Jonathan Porter
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Experienced Copy Editor and Writer with 15 years of expertise in crafting compelling stories through writing and editing. Skilled in creating captivating content for novels, scripts, articles, and advertisements. Adept at using words as a canvas to engage readers.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Copywriter and Editor
Waywith
02.2024 - Current
- Create engaging and fun copy for various food blogging websites
- Edit and research recipes
Copywriter
Android Police
07.2023 - Current
- Research technology targeted towards consumers
- Write commerce articles with a tech focus
- Use the Emaki CMS for layout and SEO
- Copy edit and update existing articles
- Incorporate SEO strategies.enhance web visibility
Freelance Editor
Self-Employed
03.2017 - Current
- Proof client's work for both content and grammar
- Provide detailed feedback and corrections
Senior Copy Editor
Ad.net
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Manage the CMS for several websites such as Cattime, TotalBeauty, and Momtastic
- Utilize software such as Jungle Scout for better keyword optimization
- Edit and write product reviews for Amazon-based products
- Research consumer trends to create relevant content
- Delegate assignments to copy editors and writers
Copy Editor
Ad.net
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Manage and communicate with a team of copywriters
- Edit copy for a wide range of products
- Meet daily and weekly deadlines for various projects
- Collaborate with fellow copy editors
Level 6 English Literature Teacher
Brookfield Academy
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Teach literature and its relevancy in the 21st century
- Emphasize how students can learn empathy through literature
Middle School English Workshop Teacher
Brookfield Academy
05.2018 - 07.2021
- Teach Grades 6-8 the elements of writing
- Guide students through the drafting process
- Show students how to write essays applicable to literary analysis, expository writing, prose, etc
Writing and Literature Tutor
Brookfield Academy
05.2013 - 07.2021
- Guide students through the writing process (editing, drafts, sentence fluency, etc.)
- Improve reading comprehension
Level 6 and 7 Composition and Classics Teacher
Brookfield Academy
08.2013 - 05.2018
- Teach students how to write comprehensive and concise essays
- Help students discover their own writing voice
- Introduce students to a wide range of classic novels
- Encourage students to engage in practical and thought-provoking literary discussions
Ghostwriter
Self-Employed
03.2015 - 03.2016
- Ghostwrite a variety of materials, both fiction and nonfiction
- Guide clients through the creative process
- Use interviews and casual discussion as a way to develop a client's potential writing voice
Proofreader
International Communication by Design, Inc.
09.2012 - 08.2013
- Proof and edit various translated materials for clients
- Review and edit RFPs
- Research potential clients and record findings via Salesforce
- Write instructional literature for clients
- Assist in the planning and editing of the ICD newsletter
Writing Coordinator
National Registration Center for Study Abroad
07.2012 - 05.2013
- Write promotional materials for the website and brochures
- Research, evaluate, and update study abroad literature
- Enter appropriate data onto portal websites
Grant Specialist
Johnson Controls
05.2011 - 10.2011
- Assist in grant research, writing, and reporting
- Proof and ship business proposals
Freelance Community Listing Coordinator
Patch.com
09.2010 - 11.2010
- Write summaries and took photos of local businesses for an AOL online community newsletter
Development Research Analyst
SET Ministry
10.2009 - 06.2010
- Write promotional material for SET Ministry
- Ghostwriter for the CEO/President of SET
- Assist in writing and editing grant proposals
- Research new and old grant prospects
- Photograph SET events
Freelance Screenwriter
Heirborne Productions
05.2008 - 03.2010
- Write screenplays according to the producer’s specifications
Assistant Director of Development
Dominican High School
07.2008 - 03.2009
- Write grant proposals for a variety of programs and scholarships
- Complete detailed grant reports for organizations
- Build relationships with small to large foundations
- Ghostwriter for the President
- Develop and write cultivation materials for specific programs
- Lead weekly grantsmanship meetings
- Assist in auction and fundraising events
Grant Writing intern
08.2007 - 07.2008
- Assist grant writer with proposals
- Edit new proposals for 2008
- Research potential donors
Education
M.A - English
Mount Mary University
05-2015
Bachelor of Science - English - Writing
North Central University
05-2008
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Team Player
- Project Management
- Organization Skills
- Proofreading
- Editing
- Screenwriting
- Creative Writing
- Literature
- Film studies
- Teaching
- Deadline Adherence
Accomplishments
Quarterfinalist, Stage 32 TV Comedy Screenwriting
Timeline
Copywriter and Editor
Waywith
02.2024 - Current
Copywriter
Android Police
07.2023 - Current
Senior Copy Editor
Ad.net
09.2022 - 12.2023
Copy Editor
Ad.net
08.2021 - 10.2022
Level 6 English Literature Teacher
Brookfield Academy
08.2020 - 07.2021
Middle School English Workshop Teacher
Brookfield Academy
05.2018 - 07.2021
Freelance Editor
Self-Employed
03.2017 - Current
Ghostwriter
Self-Employed
03.2015 - 03.2016
Level 6 and 7 Composition and Classics Teacher
Brookfield Academy
08.2013 - 05.2018
Writing and Literature Tutor
Brookfield Academy
05.2013 - 07.2021
Proofreader
International Communication by Design, Inc.
09.2012 - 08.2013
Writing Coordinator
National Registration Center for Study Abroad
07.2012 - 05.2013
Grant Specialist
Johnson Controls
05.2011 - 10.2011
Freelance Community Listing Coordinator
Patch.com
09.2010 - 11.2010
Development Research Analyst
SET Ministry
10.2009 - 06.2010
Assistant Director of Development
Dominican High School
07.2008 - 03.2009
Freelance Screenwriter
Heirborne Productions
05.2008 - 03.2010
Grant Writing intern
08.2007 - 07.2008
M.A - English
Mount Mary University
Bachelor of Science - English - Writing
North Central University