Jim Herrington
San Diego,CA
Summary
Creative and resourceful freelance news writer with background in online publishing and journalism. Familiar with conducting research, generating ideas for new content, and proofreading work to ensure high editorial standards. Strengths include strong writing skills, ability to meet deadlines, and capacity to work independently as well as part of team.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contributing Writer
Forbes
2020.12 - Current
- Developed story ideas based on current news events.
- Compiled data from multiple sources into comprehensive reports.
- Generated engaging written content for publication.
- Develop and maintain a network of sources in the cannabis industry to provide relevant commentary on news assignments.
Freelance Writer
High Times
2017.02 - 2024.06
- Generated ideas for new stories or topics to write about on a daily basis.
- Performed detailed research prior to writing news articles.
- Develop and maintain a network of sources in the cannabis industry to provide relevant commentary on news assignments.
- Gathered facts, collected data, and reported the news in an unbiased manner.
Retail Associate
Banana Republic
San Diego,
1995.11 - 2016.08
- Operated cash register accurately and efficiently while processing payments from customers.
- Assisted with special projects such as reorganizing the store layout or launching new products.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Organized and labeled items in stockroom according to established procedures.
- Received, verified, and recorded orders for new merchandise.
Education
Associate of Science - Geography
San Diego City College
San Diego, CA2015-12
Skills
- Editing abilities
- Story pitching
- Subject matter expertise
- Social media promotion
- News source relationship building
- Deadline Management
- Strong research skills
- Detail-oriented
- Adherence to Style Guides
- Exceptional Writing
Certification
- Certificate of Completion: The Keys of Effective Editing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Contributing Writer
Forbes
2020.12 - Current
Freelance Writer
High Times
2017.02 - 2024.06
Retail Associate
Banana Republic
1995.11 - 2016.08
Associate of Science - Geography
San Diego City College
- Certificate of Completion: The Keys of Effective Editing
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