Michael French
Olney,MD
Summary
Team-oriented copy writer and editor. Meticulous and motivated with years of digital experience
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Web Editor (remote)
Washington Music Center
12.2021 - Current
- Edit product listings for accuracy and adherence to style guide
- Develop brand style guide alongside marketing team
- Craft creative yet easy-to-read copy for high-value products
- Write content and email for internal operations
- Handle sensitive information: product embargo, credit card info, pricing
- Complete multiple projects at once on strict marketing schedule
- Maintain close relationships with manufacturers
Freelance Music Writer
Self, Various
01.2018 - Current
- Write artist biographies and album press releases for independent rock clients (artists on Run for Cover Records, Pop Wig Records, Let's Go Publicity, and more)
- Construct interesting narrative angles to sell each unique artist
- Self-edit content for the specific voice and brand of the artist
- Preserve connections with artist and press of different backgrounds and needs
- Follow rigid press schedules, spread out over months
Guitarist
Glitterer, Self
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Wrote songs in a creative and collaborative environment
- Performed live in the US and internationally
- Handled business operations as a group
- Worked as own road-crew while touring
Education
Bachelor of Science - English
Towson University
Baltimore, MD05.2020
Skills
Adobe Photoshop
AP Style Guide
Chicago Manuel
Logic Pro
InCopy
Wordpress
Timeline
Guitarist
Glitterer, Self
01.2023 - 05.2024
Web Editor (remote)
Washington Music Center
12.2021 - Current
Freelance Music Writer
Self, Various
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - English
Towson University