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Nicole Bolton

Cleveland

Summary

Experienced New Products Editor at TrendVision LLC with 10+ years in research, writing, editing, and proofreading. Skilled at turning complex data into engaging reports to boost newsletter engagement. Strong collaborator with expertise in market research, organization, problem-solving, and clear communication.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

New Products Editor

TrendVision LLC
04.2015 - Current

Writing samples upon request

  • Write, edit and research hair care product information for private weekly newsletter in the beauty industry.
  • Attend beauty industry conventions to research and report back beauty and wellness trends.
  • Interpret research findings and translate complex data into clear, concise, and compelling written reports.
  • Research and stay up to date with industry trends, market dynamics, and emerging technologies to provide informed recommendations and insights.
  • Conduct thorough market research to gather relevant data and insights on industry trends, target audiences, competitors, and market opportunities.



Freelance Content Blogger

Ultimo Media
05.2020 - 05.2022
  • Researched and created content about video production and marketing for the video production company’s blog.
  • Conducted thorough research on trending topics to ensure relevance and accuracy in posts.
  • Implemented SEO best practices to improve search visibility and organic traffic growth.

Marketing Communications Specialist

The National Association of College Stores
03.2008 - 04.2008

Temporary Contract position

  • Edited marketing copy and layouts for factual and design accuracy, proofreading errors, style, clarity, etc.
  • Wrote and researched copy for store ads, signage, brochures, e-mail blasts, web features, e-newsletters, and various other in-store marketing and advertising materials.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create cohesive messaging across various platforms.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to create effective collateral materials for presentations and proposals.

Copy Editor/Paginator

The Morning Journal
02.2007 - 02.2008
  • Reviewed and edited hard news articles and community events listings for AP Style, grammar, punctuation, and style consistency.
  • Collaborated with writers to clarify concepts and enhance content clarity.
  • Ensured adherence to publication guidelines and deadlines through effective communication.
  • Designed the layout for sections of the newspaper, wrote headlines and photo captions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
06-2006

Skills

  • Editing and proofreading
  • Critical thinking
  • Keen eye for detail
  • Team collaboration
  • Research
  • Writing features
  • Editing articles
  • Content development
  • Microsoft office mastery
  • Style guide proficiency
  • Fact-checking
  • Time management
  • Multitasking and organization

Timeline

Freelance Content Blogger

Ultimo Media
05.2020 - 05.2022

New Products Editor

TrendVision LLC
04.2015 - Current

Marketing Communications Specialist

The National Association of College Stores
03.2008 - 04.2008

Copy Editor/Paginator

The Morning Journal
02.2007 - 02.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

The Ohio State University