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Matthew Dellea

Millstone,NJ

Summary

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Editor

Self Employed
09.2019 - Current
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality editorial work.
  • Enhanced publication quality by diligently proofreading and editing articles for grammar, spelling, and consistency.
  • Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with authors throughout the editing process, resulting in smoother collaborations.
  • Collaborated with writers to improve content structure and clarity, resulting in increased reader engagement.

Archival Assistant

The College of New Jersey
03.2023 - 03.2024
  • Maintained confidentiality and security of sensitive materials by adhering to established access protocols at all times.
  • Streamlined retrieval processes for researchers, improving overall accessibility to archived materials.
  • Enhanced archival organization by meticulously cataloging and labeling historical documents.
  • Assisted in the digitization of archives, increasing the availability of online resources for remote users.
  • Provided excellent customer service to visiting researchers while maintaining compliance with institutional policies regarding material handling and use restrictions.
  • Developed finding aids to simplify navigation through complex archival collections for both staff members and researchers alike.

FedEx Line Trainer

FedEx
06.2021 - 12.2022
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
  • Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.

Ride Operator

Six Flags Great Adventue
04.2019 - 08.2019
  • Followed safety procedures for operating and loading and unloading passengers from amusement park rides.
  • Adapted quickly to new ride assignments, learning proper operation techniques efficiently to minimize downtime between shifts.
  • Enhanced rider experience by enforcing safety procedures and providing clear instructions.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean, organized, and safe ride area for guests.
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism and enthusiasm throughout long hours and challenging work conditions, fostering positive guest experiences.
  • Conducted daily inspections of amusement park rides to verify functionality and safety.
  • Managed emergency situations calmly, following established protocols to ensure guest safety and wellbeing.

Education

Master of Arts - English Literary Theory

The College of New Jersey
Trenton, NJ
12-2025

Bachelor of Arts - English Literary Theory

Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ
06-2023

Skills

  • Editing and proofreading
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Research
  • Writing features
  • Advanced editing techniques
  • Mastery of English grammar
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Attention to detail
  • Public Speaking

Timeline

Archival Assistant

The College of New Jersey
03.2023 - 03.2024

FedEx Line Trainer

FedEx
06.2021 - 12.2022

Freelance Editor

Self Employed
09.2019 - Current

Ride Operator

Six Flags Great Adventue
04.2019 - 08.2019

Master of Arts - English Literary Theory

The College of New Jersey

Bachelor of Arts - English Literary Theory

Rutgers University