Katie Downey

• Worked on 40+ projects requiring AI prompts to be written, edited, or the responses graded.

• Sent feedback to prompt writers to strengthen their AI's responses

• Wrote, recorded, and transcribed a wide range of information in order to diversify the AI's speech and knowledge when answering prompts

• Designed and presented stimulating breaking news content aimed at fostering insightful dialogue on Mr. Nawfal's X account.
• Analyzed and reported on critical breaking news worldwide, demonstrating resilience and adaptability in a high-stress remote setting.
• Engaged with shift teams to create comprehensive content strategies and guidelines focused on maximizing audience interaction with breaking news.
• Crafted compelling written materials for Nawfal's X show, enhancing audience engagement on political issues.
• Closely monitored industry trends and competitor activity, adapting strategies as necessary to remain competitive in the digital landscape.
• Assisted in developing a comprehensive social media strategy that supported overall business goals and objectives.
• Enhanced content strategy by conducting thorough research and aligning content with target demographics.
• Conducted primary and secondary research to better understand Nawfal's political alignment, IBC's needs and political behaviors.

• Oversaw the publication of articles on Local POV
• Facilitated the monthly release of 50+ articles to enhance content availability and audience engagement.
• Developed and executed content strategies for social media accounts to drive audience growth and engagement.
• Researched and compiled diverse themed topic lists to inspire and guide writing team efforts.
• Expanded social media presence by implementing targeted engagement strategies.

• Developed engaging, SEO-driven content to enhance audience reach and improve organic traffic.
• Produced innovative and captivating content for 40 hours per week, showcasing unique and safe travel experiences.
• Researched and documented unique travel experiences, showcasing a diverse range of destinations for potential visitors.
• Enhanced content quality by conducting thorough research and fact-checking.
• Edited and proofread materials to maintain high standards of accuracy, clarity, and readability.
• A large part of the work covered fact-checking citations, appropriate SEO links, and perfect grammar.
• Wrote for 40 hours a week

• Conducted thorough testing of prompts to ensure alignment with user needs and expectations.
• Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills by quickly identifying issues and implementing effective resolutions in high-pressure situations.
• Compiled, cleaned, and manipulated data for proper handling.
• Modeled predictions with feature selection algorithms.

• Developed engaging content on animal behavior and care topics.
• Researched and analyzed data to ensure accuracy in published articles.
• Collaborated with editors to refine writing style and enhance readability.
• Created SEO-optimized articles to improve online visibility and traffic.
• Articles were self-published through WordPress, including all SEO, images, keywords, metadata, and descriptions
• Wrote hundreds of animal, nature, and location-based articles
• Covered popular and difficult topics for the general public and niche specialty fields

• Consistently fact-checked all written work

• Created numerous slideshow gallery articles for MSN

• Crafted engaging articles and reviews on films, enhancing audience connection.
• Researched industry trends and film releases to inform content strategy.
• Collaborated with editorial teams to refine narrative voice and style consistency.
• Developed compelling headlines and social media posts to boost readership engagement.
• Generated ideas for new content series or formats based on audience interests and market trends.

• Developed compelling content for digital platforms, enhancing audience engagement and brand visibility.
• Wrote specific pop-culture niche articles, guides, and best-of articles
• Focused on 3000 - 4000-word SEO-friendly articles and guides on entertainment, products, gaming, and pop culture.
• Specialized in cult classic movies and shows
• Wrote many articles and guides on comic books and collectibles
• Worked closely with editors and the manager
• Edited and proofread written materials, ensuring accuracy and adherence to style guidelines.
• Researched industry trends to inform content creation, improving relevance and timeliness of publications.

• Led team in developing and implementing writing workshops for diverse skill levels.
• Streamlined content review process, ensuring timely feedback and improved quality of submissions.
• Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Mentored junior writers, fostering skill development and encouraging creative expression.
• Worked as the editor and also engaged in content writing to promote our blog
• Managed all communications with our team of writers
• Worked to secure clients on the side
• Maintained schedules and lists in Trello
• Communicated with the team through Slack
• Used WordPress for all writing, editing, and publishing
• Assisted in teaching new writers the ins and outs of SEO

• Oversaw budget management, ensuring optimal resource allocation went directly
• Managed and oversaw until completion of all general contractor projects
• Assisted in building the 33 & Elm Coffee House for visually impaired and blind associates and employees
• Completed the entire setup of the shop, from construction to training staff
• Grew and maintained stock of vendors and customers
• Built a eye catching and bold WordPress website with a functioning e-commerce
• Engaged customers through social media
• Saved thousands on upkeep, furniture, supplies, and food/beverages
• Trained visually impaired and blind employees to work confidently as skilled baristas
• Built accessible shop Square POS system for blind staff to control
• Provided in-depth training for blind staff to work confidently on the Square POS system
• Created, maintained, and implemented accommodations to assist visually impaired staff in all ways needed, including: audio-liquid level indicators, audio-enabled scales, audio-enabled thermometers, Braille recipes/audio recipes, and many other high-tech, blind-friendly, user-friendly ways to create a superior product while having fun.
• Implemented process improvements that increased productivity and reduced operational cost, which aided in procuring accommodations.

• Directed strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and animal welfare standards.
• Fostered partnerships with community organizations and businesses to increase awareness and support for sanctuary programs.
• Grassroots 501c3 nonprofit corporation assisting the animal shelters of Southwestern Virginia, Tennessee, West Virginia, and North Carolina in companion animal overpopulation, disease control, spay and neutering, adoption, and transportation throughout the United States
• Successfully led community and internal projects, which resulted in fewer animals being euthanized at local shelters
• Created, provided, and maintained all legal and government documents pertaining to corporate, nonprofit 501c3 status in the state of Virginia
• Built a website from scratch with an e-commerce segment enabling followers to donate toward a specific cat's medical needs.
• Enlisted robust SEO formatting to rank high on search engines when the audience searched for adoptable pets
• Created a social media presence and quickly drew in and maintained a following of over 10,000 people in two months' time.
• Maintained over 10,000 followers a decade later.
• Oversaw financial management, ensuring budget adherence and donation allocation aligned with mission goals.
• Implemented training programs for staff volunteers, improving compassionate care delivery to ill and hospice animals and teamwork effectiveness.