Laura Schinagle
Seattle,WA
Summary
Experienced communications professional with a proven track record in editorial roles at reputable publications. Skilled in content creation, copy editing, and multiplatform communication. Demonstrated ability to manage social media platforms and coordinate event communication plans. Committed to fostering inclusive environments and supporting community engagement initiatives. Passionate about leveraging communication strategies to advance organizational missions and promote positive social change.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Copy editor
Freelance
Seattle, Washington
07.2023 - Current
- Fill in on copy desks for The Seattle Times, ProPublica and the trace, among other publications
Multiplatform Editor
Los Angeles Times
Seattle, Washington
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Copy edited features coverage - including entertainment, food, plants and travel - for grammar, syntax, style, taste, accuracy and legality
- Collaborated with reporters, editors, producers and designers to ensure coverage across all access points (print, online, search engines, push notifications, newsletters) met Times standards
- Wrote engaging headlines, photo captions and other display type for print and online
Copy editor
The Seattle Times
Seattle, Washington
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Edited news and business stories under tight deadlines for print and online, working with reporters and editors to ensure fairness and accuracy while creating the best experience possible for readers
- Produced, edited and developed editorial strategy for the Evening Brief newsletter, helping more than 50,000 Washingtonians connect with their state every weekday
News producer
The Seattle Times
Seattle, Washington
07.2018 - 12.2020
- Curated The Seattle Times' home page and social-media feeds, balancing news judgment with analytics and data
- Provided updates during breaking news via social media, email and mobile push notifications
- Developed engagement strategies for various newsroom projects
- Headed efforts to improve digital headlines and Instagram Story engagement through monitoring analytics and tailoring strategies accordingly
Part-time copy editor
Dallas Morning News
Dallas, Texas
04.2018 - 06.2018
- Edited stories for accuracy, grammar and style and wrote display copy for print and online
Legal assistant
Council on American Islamic Relations
Dallas, Texas
08.2017 - 03.2018
- Prepared "know your rights" materials, worked community events and maintained case files
Law clerk
Michigan Immigrant Rights Center
Ann Arbor, Michigan
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Prepared and collated applications for humanitarian immigration relief, adjustment of status, work authorization and naturalization
- Was awarded University of Michigan's Engelhardt Social Justice Fellowship for service
Dow Jones News Fund copy-editing intern
Hartford Courant
Hartford, Connecticut
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Edited news stories for accuracy, grammar and style and wrote display copy for print and online
Education
B.A. - Arabic and political science
University of Michigan
05.2017
Skills
- Content writing
- Content editing
- Grammar
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Content management systems
- Email marketing campaigns
- Social media
Timeline
Copy editor
Freelance
07.2023 - Current
Multiplatform Editor
Los Angeles Times
06.2021 - 07.2023
Copy editor
The Seattle Times
01.2020 - 05.2021
News producer
The Seattle Times
07.2018 - 12.2020
Part-time copy editor
Dallas Morning News
04.2018 - 06.2018
Legal assistant
Council on American Islamic Relations
08.2017 - 03.2018
Law clerk
Michigan Immigrant Rights Center
10.2016 - 07.2017
Dow Jones News Fund copy-editing intern
Hartford Courant
06.2016 - 08.2016
B.A. - Arabic and political science
University of Michigan
Volunteering
Crisis Connections, Seattle, Washington
Phone worker, July 2023 to present
- Volunteer 4.5 hours weekly, taking calls for King County’s 24-hour crisis hotline
- Underwent a 60-hour training on crisis intervention, suicide intervention and other forms of mental health support
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