Jessica Tagami
Lafayette,United States
Summary
Experienced writer/editor with a passion for creating engaging content and optimizing it for SEO. Proficient in proofreading, newsletter design, and building strong relationships with clients. Experience in courtroom transcriptions, on-the-spot interviews, audio-video editing, web content editing, writing under tight daily deadlines. Experience in print and digital media.
Proven success in conceptualizing, developing and writing content that engages readers and builds interest brand. Detail-oriented, perceptive and systematic in reviewing text and updating content. Strong promotional, customer relations and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Writer
Hi-Fructose Magazine
Richmond, CA
11.2024 - Current
- Varied tone and verbiage in messages based on product and customer persona.
- Crafted compelling headlines and captions to attract and retain readers' attention.
- Conducted in-depth research on diverse topics to create accurate and engaging content.
- Analyzed target audience needs when creating content that meets their expectations.
- Followed trends in industry and target genre to capitalize on emerging trends.
- Monitored current events for potential story ideas or topics relevant to company objectives.
- Collaborated with editors and designers on various projects.
- Conducted background research to add depth to scenes, history and characters.
- Compiled research data into organized reports summarizing findings.
- Collaborated with editors and other writers to brainstorm ideas and refine content.
- Wrote using client's personal verbiage and reading level, creating more appealing messages.
- Performed extensive research prior to writing any article or post.
- Managed multiple writing projects simultaneously to meet tight deadlines.
- Conducted interviews with subject matter experts to obtain relevant information.
- Maintained a consistent voice and tone across all written materials.
- Applied strong writing, editing and proofreading abilities to each assignment to produce best possible content.
- Participated in creative meetings to contribute ideas and receive assignments.
Content writer
The Compound Gallery
EMERYVILLE, UNITED STATES
04.2023 - Current
- Developed engaging and informative content for gallery events, regional news outlets, and art collectors
- Conducted thorough research on industry trends to create compelling sponsorship inquiries, engage with local and regional industry peers to attract new customers
- Managed editorial calendar and deadlines to ensure timely delivery of high-quality content across multiple platforms
- Wrote high quality SEO content based around keyword gaps and priorities identified by editor.
- Conducted thorough research to produce informative and accurate articles on diverse topics.
- Provided timely information and work output to supervisors and team members.
- Utilized content management systems to publish and update web content efficiently.
- Edited or rewrote written collateral and submitted for approval by supervisor or editor.
- Varied tone and verbiage in messages based on product and customer persona.
- Delivered high-quality, insightful, informative, and entertaining written content while meeting tight deadlines.
- Researched industry trends and topics to create relevant, informative content.
- Developed and wrote engaging content for blogs, websites, and social media platforms, tailoring tone and style to target audience.
Writer / editor
San Francisco Business Times
SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES
06.2000 - 11.2003
- Researched and composed engaging, SEO-friendly content for a variety of digital platforms, resulting in a 20% increase in website traffic
- Edited and proofread manuscripts for grammar, style, and clarity, ensuring all published work met high editorial standards
- Collaborated with design team to create visually appealing graphics and layouts for print publications, enhancing overall reader experience
- Conducted interviews with industry experts and thought leaders to gather insights and quotes for feature articles, adding depth and credibility to written pieces
- Edited and revised content based on feedback to meet publication standards.
- Conducted keyword research to optimize content for search engines.
- Applied strong writing, editing and proofreading abilities to each assignment to produce best possible content.
- Followed trends in industry and target genre to capitalize on emerging trends.
- Conducted interviews with subject matter experts to obtain relevant information.
- Analyzed and integrated feedback from readers to improve future writings.
- Created original copy for websites, brochures, newsletters, promotional materials, and more.
- Organized and tracked multiple projects to meet tight deadlines.
- Created new ideas, products and story boards for new marketing campaigns.
- Collaborated with editors and designers on various projects.
Writer
Inland Empire Business Journal
SAN BERNARDINO, UNITED STATES
09.1996 - 04.2000
- Conducted in-depth research on various topics to produce engaging and informative articles for publication
- Collaborated with editors and graphic designers to create visually appealing and compelling content for online platforms
- Developed and maintained a strong network of sources to ensure accurate and up-to-date information in all written pieces
Article writer
New Jersey Herald
NEWTON, UNITED STATES
03.1992 - 08.1996
- Researched and wrote compelling articles, blog posts, and other written content for publication
- Edited and proofread content to ensure accuracy and adherence to style guidelines
- Worked under tight daily deadlines in a variety of situations, including political, legal and civic issues, and national and local human interest stories, both uplifting and tragic
- Developed expertise in in-depth investigative reporting and editing
- Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders to gather content ideas and feedback for continuous improvement
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Wilkes University
Wilkes-barre, PABachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Wilkes University
Wilkes-barre, PASkills
- SEO Optimization
- Writing
- Proofreading
- Newsletter Design
- Relationship Management
- Content creation
- Research skills
- Editing and proofreading
- Content management
- Audience analysis
- Collaboration techniques
- Trend analysis
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Creative thinking
- Detail orientation
- Adaptation to feedback
- Multimedia writing
- Document editing
- Excellent grammar
- Journalism
- Effective writing
- Issue research
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/16/70
- Nationality: American
Timeline
Freelance Writer
Hi-Fructose Magazine
11.2024 - Current
Content writer
The Compound Gallery
04.2023 - Current
Writer / editor
San Francisco Business Times
06.2000 - 11.2003
Writer
Inland Empire Business Journal
09.1996 - 04.2000
Article writer
New Jersey Herald
03.1992 - 08.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Wilkes University
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Wilkes University
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