Kristin Kowalk
Greer,SC
Summary
A talented professional considered to be a knowledgeable leader and valued team player, bringing over twelve years of valuable expertise in academic publishing and digital marketing strategy. Attentive to detail, with experience in coordinating projects and editorial improvements.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
EVGMedia
05.2023 - Current
- Plan, design, and schedule phases for Newsweek content.
- Implement plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Oversee editing and writing team for content creation, ensuring compliance with client parameters.
- Monitor project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Communicate with hundreds of freelance writers and businesses on behalf of Newsweek.
- Maintain regular, open communication with customers by presenting updates on project status.
- Manage project performance by coordinating with contractors to achieve timely project deadlines.
Writer/Editor
EVGMedia
11.2018 - 05.2023
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.
- Communicated directly with writers to collaboratively assess work and guide editorial improvements.
- Checked reference sources to verify dates, facts and statistics.
- Posted and promoted articles on social media platforms to engage target audience.
- Collaborated with writers and graphic designers to develop content schedules and plan workflows.
- Selected and edited photos for use in diverse projects.
- Developed and maintained pool of expert field sources.
- Utilized SEO techniques to optimize content for search engine rankings.
- Delegated and tracked each staff member's assignments and deadlines.
- Researched topics to create accurate and engaging content.
Editor
BJU Press
06.2011 - 11.2018
- Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.
- Determined readiness of online content and written pieces, made changes, and approved final versions for publication.
- Led and managed multiple projects from conceptual stage through to launch.
- Adhered to Chicago Manual of Style and internal style guidelines, educating staff on editorial standards.
- Created guide for cross-department learning on editorial responsibilities.
- Worked across departments to achieve product excellence within or before project deadlines.
Education
Master of Arts - English
Bob Jones University
Greenville, SC05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - English
Bob Jones University
Greenville, SC05.2011
Skills
- Project Management
- Project Planning
- Project Scope Analysis
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Quality Control
- Deep Understanding of Chicago and AP Style Guides
- Time Management
- Keen Eye for Detail
Certification
Google Ads Display Certification
Timeline
Project Manager
EVGMedia
05.2023 - Current
Writer/Editor
EVGMedia
11.2018 - 05.2023
Editor
BJU Press
06.2011 - 11.2018
Master of Arts - English
Bob Jones University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Bob Jones University
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