Hi, I’m
Kimberly Stutzman
Writer & Editor
Lincoln,NE
"When you compare the sorrows of real life to the pleasures of the imaginary one, you will never want to live again, only to dream forever."
Alexandre Dumas
Summary
Experienced professional writer & editor. Passionate about creating compelling content and driving engagement. Talented at crafting dynamic stories, informative articles and persuasive copy that resonate and inspires readers. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
UpworkLincoln, United States
Developmental Editor
03.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Work according to established milestones: read and offer feedback on submitted story outlines; read first 10,000 words of submitted draft and offer feedback on: writing style, adherence to outline, and plot/character arc; read completed first draft and offer similar feedback from above
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes, and approved final versions for publication.
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Reworked outlines to produces more coherent story arcs.
- Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.
UpworkLincoln, United States
Ghostwriter
03.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Contracted to write: 25k word eBooks based on provided outline about “Critical Thinking”.
- Contracted to write 20k-60k fiction novels.
- Met approval milestones and deadlines
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
- Composed original written material for various types of publications and submitted for approval by supervisor, editor or publisher.
Colorado Technical UniversitySchaumburg, IL
National Admissions Advisor
07.2022 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Online/Remote
- Take inbound calls from warm leads to convert them to students.
- Met (often exceeded) goal of 6 new students/start session.
- Regularly met with roster of up to 11 enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Assessed student's abilities and recommended degree programs to highlight strengths.
- Gathered necessary paperwork and applications for students to initiate enrollment process.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Worked with financial aid office to verify student's' applications and discuss payment options.
- Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests, and educational goals.
- Assisted high school seniors complete college applications and meet requirements necessary for graduation.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
- Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
Arizona Regional TheatreTempe, United States
Artistic Director
03.2018 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Adobe Creative Suite (Design for logo, letterhead, website, print marketing, show materials), Business Management, Marketing, Building and Maintaining Website/Social Media Accounts/Email Campaigns and Lists, Accounting with Quickbooks, Contract Writing for 1099 Employees, Hiring and Managing of staff and rotating casts of actors, Costume Design, Set design & set dressing.
- Oversaw installation and operation of on-set sound and lighting equipment to achieve superior production results.
- Created arts organization's seasonal performance and exhibition program and selected performers and artists for upcoming events.
- Developed targeted marketing and sales strategies to promote successful organizational and artistic outcomes.
- Scheduled seasonal theater productions and engaged actors and stage personnel to execute dramatic, musical and comedy performances.
- Auditioned, selected and coached actors to execute high-quality performances and enhance production value.
- Established and maintained productive, professional working relationships to promote beneficial project results.
- Directed day-to-day business operations and made strategic decisions to further organizational goals and fiscal objectives.
- Scheduled video production resources and managed cast and crew to accomplish video production goals on preset timelines.
- Managed theater's budget and interacted with charities, sponsors and trusts to obtain operating funds.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
Grand Canyon UniversityPhoenix, AZ
Teaching Assistant
01.2016 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Instructing college students in Composition (ENG 105, 106): Rhetorical Analysis, Commentary, Op Ed, APA Format
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
Education
Southern New Hampshire UniversityManchester, NH
MFA from Creative Writing
01.2020 - Current
University Overview
- Dean's List Spring 2020-Summer 2023
- Sigma Tau Delta Member
- Relevant Coursework: Social Media Marketing, Editing and Coaching, Copy and Content Writing & The Publishing Ecosystem
- Thesis: We Are, All of Us, Starduust
Grand Canyon UniversityPhoenix, AZ
Master of Education from Secondary Education
08.2015 - 03.2017
University Overview
- Teaching Assistant throughout degree program.
- Dean's List: Summer 2016-Spring 2017
Arizona State UniversityTempe, AZ
Bachelor of Arts from English Literature & Interdisciplinary Arts
08.2011 - 06.2015
University Overview
- Presidential Scholarship Recipient
Arizona State University, Piper Writer's HouseTempe, AZ
No Degree from Creative Writing
05.2001
University Overview
- Selected for admission to "Your Novel Year" a competitive writing cohort under Author Bill Konegsberg.
- Awarded Excellence in Prose.
- Continuing education in Creative Writing.
- Selected from a pool of hundreds of applicants.
Skills
Editing
Technical Writing
Content Development
Creative writing
Copyediting
Social media
Chicago Manual of Style
Self-publishing experience
Formatting abilities
Online copy materials
Proofreading
Journalism
Print media
Research
Affiliations
Sigma Tau Delta (International English Honor Society)
Actors’ Equity Association (AEA)
Availability
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Timeline
Ghostwriter
Upwork
03.2023 - Current
Developmental Editor
Upwork
03.2023 - Current
National Admissions Advisor
Colorado Technical University
07.2022 - 05.2023
Southern New Hampshire University
MFA from Creative Writing
01.2020 - Current
Artistic Director
Arizona Regional Theatre
03.2018 - 03.2020
Teaching Assistant
Grand Canyon University
01.2016 - 01.2020
Grand Canyon University
Master of Education from Secondary Education
08.2015 - 03.2017
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts from English Literature & Interdisciplinary Arts
08.2011 - 06.2015
Arizona State University, Piper Writer's House
No Degree from Creative Writing
05.2001