Michael Slocum
Plano,TX
Summary
Professional writing/editing specialist with commitment to producing high-quality content. Extensive experience in Healthcare, Energy and Technology sectors creating clear, compelling narratives for internal and external audiences through various departments, including Marketing, Communications and Proposals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Marketing Communications Writer/Proposal Writer
Global Medical Response
Lewisville, Texas
01.2019 - Current
- Write complex responses to requests for emergency medical services (EMS) proposals from municipal, county and statewide agencies, as well as large hospital systems.
- Led effort to comply with Federal (Medicare) guidelines to participate in cutting-edge ET3 program that aims to streamline EMS services, reduce costs for patients and reduce emergency room overcrowding.
- Create compelling marketing materials for all GMR primary brands including advertising (print, broadcast and digital), flyers, brochures and white papers.
- Develop engaging content for new protocols, initiatives and training materials.
- Establish quality control measures for written materials, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Interview individuals by phone, video chat and in-person to write news stories.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
Principal, Freelance Writer and Editor
MTS Communications
Dallas, Texas
01.2016 - 01.2019
- MTS Communications focused on the Energy and Technology sectors offering services including consulting, writing and editing compelling internal and external content.
- Developed engaging content for diverse media platforms, enhancing audience reach and engagement.
- Conducted thorough research to ensure accuracy and credibility of written materials.
- Served as a freelance writer and editor.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align messaging with brand strategy and objectives.
Senior Editor
Group SJR
New York, New York
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Worked with SJR client ExxonMobil on an internal/external hybrid communications site called energyfactor.com.
- Interviewed subject-matter experts for stories that covered ExxonMobil as a corporate citizen, its employees and macro trends in the Energy industry that impact everyone.
- Custom content creation that builds brands, explains complex issues and connects in real-time with the influencers, media and consumers.
Senior Editor: Upstream
Oil & Gas Journal
Houston, Texas
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Covering global oil & gas news as it pertains to drilling and production.
- Editing technical articles from contributing authors and writing by-lined articles about the industry.
- Covered breaking news as it happened on ogjonline.com, and attended worldwide conferences to understand the latest breakthroughs first-hand.
Communications Manager
Chevron Corp.
Houston, Texas
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Worked with several business units in both Upstream and Downstream, including Fuels Marketing, Aviation Marketing, Supply & Trading, Mid-Continent Business Unit.
- Duties included speech writing, writing news and feature articles for internal online and print vehicles, internal communications, media relations, event planning.
Account Group Supervisor
Golin Harris
Houston, Texas
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Worked with companies such as Texas Instruments, Verizon Wireless and Major League Baseball on writing projects for both internal and external audiences.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Corporate Communications
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL06-1997
Skills
- Content creation and editing
- Persuasive writing
- SEO principles
- Proposal writing
- Client collaboration
- Issue research
Timeline
Senior Marketing Communications Writer/Proposal Writer
Global Medical Response
01.2019 - Current
Principal, Freelance Writer and Editor
MTS Communications
01.2016 - 01.2019
Senior Editor
Group SJR
01.2015 - 01.2016
Senior Editor: Upstream
Oil & Gas Journal
01.2014 - 01.2016
Communications Manager
Chevron Corp.
01.2007 - 01.2014
Account Group Supervisor
Golin Harris
01.1999 - 01.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Corporate Communications
Northern Illinois University