Melissa Osborne
Mound
Summary
Experienced and creative copywriter from the UK with social media management skills. I have an eye for detail and a passion for crafting stories whether it's for blogs and newsletters or website copy and social media content.
Skilled in utilizing new techniques and keeping up with latest trends in writing.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Copywriter and Social Media Manager
Freelance
09.2019 - 11.2021
- Developed marketing content such as blogs, promotional materials, and advertisements for social media.
- Researched and wrote informative and engaging articles and white papers for both website and social media platforms.
- Increased customer engagement through social media.
- Oversaw social media presence and aligned posts to include branding and trending ideas.
- Created and implemented impactful strategies to increase company brand awareness and engagement.
Sub-editor
Sing Tao News Corporation
Hong Kong
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Wrote articles on various topics for the student section of The Standard newspaper.
- Checked reference sources to verify dates, facts and statistics.
- Managed team of writers and junior editors to deliver accurate and engaging content.
- Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.
- Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
Editor
Giles Publications
Hong Kong
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Wrote articles, blogs, newsletter and press releases for a variety of brands.
- Suggested improvements to content to enhance quality and accuracy.
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Generated and maintained style guides to encourage consistent quality of content.
- Researched topics to create accurate and engaging content.
- Edited and revised wide array of content for accuracy, clarity and consistency.
Marketing and Communications Assistant
FP Marine Risks Ltd
Hong Kong
08.2007 - 01.2009
- Edited and updated corporate brochures and other marketing materials
- Updated company intranet and website with news articles, company information and press releases.
- Managed client contracts.
- Office management duties including staff travel, events and meetings.
Communications Assistant
Royal College of Nursing
10.2003 - 05.2007
- This role included proofreading and editing newsletters, liaising with sub-editors, freelance writers and typesetters
- I maintained the intranet and contributed copy to the RCN website
- Organised external mail-outs to over 400,000 members.
Marketing Assistant
BBC
02.2003 - 08.2003
- I assisted with marketing campaigns for BBC One and liaised with creative agencies
- This role also included PA and admin duties as well as organising and attending corporate events.
Marketing Assistant
Universal Studios
07.2002 - 01.2003
- Assisted in campaigns including collating campaign results and portfolios
- Wrote copy for marketing materials and updated company website with movie reviews
- Assisting with affiliate marketing campaigns including monthly newsletters and reports.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature and Creative Studies
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth, UK06.2000
Diploma - Strategic Social Media Marketing
Digital Mums
London, UK06.2019
Copywriting Workshop (2 day course) -
The Publishing Training centre
Proofreading for non-publishers (1 day course) - undefined
The Publishing training Centre
Skills
- Clear, concise and engaging copywriting
- Blog development, articles and long copy
- Social Media Management
- Social Ad Campaigns
- Increasing Engagement
- Content Generation
Timeline
Copywriter and Social Media Manager
Freelance
09.2019 - 11.2021
Sub-editor
Sing Tao News Corporation
01.2012 - 01.2014
Editor
Giles Publications
01.2009 - 01.2011
Marketing and Communications Assistant
FP Marine Risks Ltd
08.2007 - 01.2009
Communications Assistant
Royal College of Nursing
10.2003 - 05.2007
Marketing Assistant
BBC
02.2003 - 08.2003
Marketing Assistant
Universal Studios
07.2002 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature and Creative Studies
University of Portsmouth
Diploma - Strategic Social Media Marketing
Digital Mums
Copywriting Workshop (2 day course) -
The Publishing Training centre
Proofreading for non-publishers (1 day course) - undefined
The Publishing training Centre
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