Efficient and dependable technical writer successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals and eager to collaborate with others.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
UX Technical Writer
BYU Office Of Information Technology
01.2022 - 05.2023
Reviewed language on 2 websites to ensure clarity and minimize phone calls to support lines
Standardized 736 descriptions of ASPs (applications, systems, and processes) for website publication for an ERP implementation program from PeopleSoft to Workday
Trained a team of 20+ people on editing best practices
Managing Editor/Editor
BYU Criterion
09.2021 - 04.2023
Evaluated 35 papers for publication consideration
Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with Chicago MOS and Criterion style guidelines
Edited and proofread 5 papers for publication
Editor
BYU Stowaway Magazine
01.2023 - 04.2023
Wrote, edited, and designed 2 travel magazine articles for publication
Collaborated with a team leader to collect advertisements for the magazine
Student Associate
BYU Enrollment Services
10.2020 - 01.2022
Answered 15+ calls and messages each day from students and parents with questions on BYU registration, financial aid, admissions, and scholarships
Explained difficult information clearly and concisely to 75+ students/parents each week so that they understood policies
Planned with supervisors to set new goals to improve customer service and office knowledge every 2 weeks
Tutor
Paradise Valley Unified School District
08.2018 - 05.2019
Tutored groups of 6–7 middle school students in math, English, science, and social studies
Demonstrated ability to listen for understanding and attend to students’ needs and concerns
Collaborated with students and other tutors to ensure understanding and learning
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Brigham Young University
Provo, Utah
04.2023
Skills
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Illustrator
Style Guides
User Documentation Production
Edit Material
Audience Adaptation
Certification
Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC™) Foundation issued by APMG International
Timeline
Editor
BYU Stowaway Magazine
01.2023 - 04.2023
UX Technical Writer
BYU Office Of Information Technology
01.2022 - 05.2023
Managing Editor/Editor
BYU Criterion
09.2021 - 04.2023
Student Associate
BYU Enrollment Services
10.2020 - 01.2022
Tutor
Paradise Valley Unified School District
08.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English
Brigham Young University
Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC™) Foundation issued by APMG International
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