Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Extra-vocational Skills & Fun Facts
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Work Preference
Quote
Languages
Interests
Timeline
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Russell Gray

Russell Gray

Managing Editor. Project Manager. Ghostwriter.
Fredericksburg,VA

Summary

Versatile, Creative and Experienced Writer proficient in researching, writing, and editing diverse content. Works with any level of input to produce engaging, cohesive, and error-free work. Focused on leveraging writing to help clients achieve their goals by telling their stories. Adaptable, responsible, articulate, persuasive, and genuine. Positive and creative, with knack for capturing unique voices and tones in written content. Possesses understanding of narrative structure and character development, coupled with excellent grammar and editing skills. Aims to deliver compelling and polished content that resonates with target audience.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Editor

Amaranth Publications
WFH, Remote
07.2023 - Current
  • Maintained editorial standards by enforcing adherence to style guides, grammar rules, and ethical journalism principles.
  • Championed innovative storytelling formats that captured audience attention and enhanced user experience.
  • Managed a diverse team of writers, editors, and designers to produce high-quality content consistently.
  • Handled final proofreading, copy editing and revision functions for deliverables.

Project Manager

Steam Engine Publishing
WFH, Remote
03.2023 - Current
  • Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.

Ghostwriter

MemoirGhostwriting.com
WFH, Remote
11.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality written content tailored to their specific needs.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting to changes in client requirements or project scope, ensuring a seamless transition from initial concept to final deliverable.
  • Developed a strong rapport with clients, fostering long-term working relationships built on trust and professionalism. Identified strong narratives and themes.
  • Showcased versatility in writing across diverse subjects, including business, technology, finance, healthcare, travel, lifestyle, among others.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications

Boston University
Boston, MA
06.2008

Skills

  • Multimedia writing
  • Editing
  • Creative Writing
  • Content Development
  • Idea Brainstorming
  • SEO Strategies
  • Attention to Detail
  • Active Listening
  • Effective Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Adaptability and Flexibility

Extra-vocational Skills & Fun Facts

  

· Recently completed first novel, a spec-fic tome which blends finance, sports, marketing, military-industrial complex, and wine

· Professional Poker Player and W.S.O.P. veteran in a previous life

· Scratch golfer who (barely) lost a match to Michael Jordan

· Winner (but subpar wheel-spinner) on The Price is Right

· Daily NYT Crossword Solver and Regular Letter-Boxed 2-Solver

· Award-winning poetry slam contestant

· Whittler of dolphins, koalas, whales and the occasional warbler

· Natty dresser and competent dancer

Accomplishments

Finalist - W.B. Writer's Workshop (3,000+ entrants).

Representation - Creatives Artists Agency (CAA) and LBI.

Winner - Rochester Literary Awards, Poetry

2nd Place - Rochester Literary Awards, Short Stories

Semifinalist - ScriptPipeline Screenwriting Competition

U.S.G.A. Mid-Amateur Tournament Alternate, 2014 & 2016

Amazon.com Top 10 Bestseller (ghostwritten), 5x

New York Times Bestseller (ghostwritten), 4x

Affiliations

  • Steam Engine Publishing
  • MemoirGhostwriting.Com
  • Amaranth-Publications.com

Work Preference

Work Type

Part TimeContract WorkFull TimeGig Work

Work Location

HybridRemote

Important To Me

Work from home optionWork-life balanceFlexible work hours

Quote

"I have to return some video tapes."
Bret Easton Ellis

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Interests

Golf

Poker

Word Games

Biking

TV/Film

Writing

Timeline

Managing Editor

Amaranth Publications
07.2023 - Current

Project Manager

Steam Engine Publishing
03.2023 - Current

Ghostwriter

MemoirGhostwriting.com
11.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications

Boston University

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