Nikole Behrens
Kentwood,MI
Summary
Creative writer with eye for detail and passion for crafting stories. Skilled in utilizing new techniques and keeping up with latest trends in writing.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Entertainment Writer
TV Shows Ace
2020.07 - Current
- Research and compile information for various television shows and celebrity news
- Pitch ideas for new content
- Write and format blog posts in a way that will engage readers and spark a conversation
Social Media Consultant
Tarkom Digital
2020.03 - Current
- Brainstorm ideas for content and pitch them to supervisor
- Craft creative eye-catching posts that spark a conversation for viewers
- Build graphics on Canva for social media posts
- Come up with intriguing copy that piques viewers' interest
- Set individual goals for each month and worked hard to attain and exceed these milestones.
Legal Content Writer
Hensley Legal Group, PC
2020.02 - Current
- Crafted SEO-friendly content for websites and blog posts to increase organic traffic.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
Social Media Writer
Connect 365
2020.01 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to develop creative campaigns for social media platforms.
- Became familiar with clients' specific needs and interests to create personalized content.
- Thoroughly researched clients' industries and current trends to produce the best content strategy possible.
- Led team discussions during meetings.
Editorial Production Coordinator & Columnist
The Lebanon Reporter
2017.10 - 2018.10
- Engaged in layout and design assignments for daily publication.
- Managed newsroom email.
- Managed obituaries.
- Built daily comic page and weekly TV guide.
- Wrote weekly entertainment column.
- Coordinated with the production team to support productivity targets and deadline management.
Lead Prose Editor
The Broken Plate
2016.08 - 2017.05
- Managed team members and delegated tasks.
- Led team discussions to determine the best fit for publication.
- Copyedited accepted submissions.
- Helped to design and produce 2017 edition of The Broken Plate.
- Worked tight deadlines with team or independently and made quick creative editing decisions to maintain high quality of work.
Writer and Editor
The Digital Literature Review
2014.12 - 2016.05
- Worked as a team to read, discuss, and peer review submissions.
- Participated in team related research activities.
- Helped to design and produce 2015 and 2016 editions of The Digital Literature Review.
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes, and approved final versions for publication.
- Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
Ball State University
Muncie, Indiana05.2017
Skills
- Writing and editing
- Problem solving
- Strong research skills
- Social media management
- Creative collaboration
- SEO strategies
- Content creation
- Project management
Awards
- Academic Honors in Writing - Spring 2017
- Departmental Honors in Writing - Spring 2017
References
- Haley E. Cook, cookhe@iu.edu, 765-481-9150
- Lyn Jones, ljones2@bsu.edu, 765-285-8410
- Leeann Doerflein, leeanndoerflein@gmail.com, 765-309-2747
- John King, jcking22@iupui.edu, 317-278-4145
- Abigail Tarko, wilso5033@gmail.com, 765-413-2290
Timeline
Entertainment Writer
TV Shows Ace
2020.07 - Current
Social Media Consultant
Tarkom Digital
2020.03 - Current
Legal Content Writer
Hensley Legal Group, PC
2020.02 - Current
Social Media Writer
Connect 365
2020.01 - Current
Editorial Production Coordinator & Columnist
The Lebanon Reporter
2017.10 - 2018.10
Lead Prose Editor
The Broken Plate
2016.08 - 2017.05
Writer and Editor
The Digital Literature Review
2014.12 - 2016.05
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
Ball State University
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