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Ryan Curtiss

Cape May,NJ

Summary

A versatile and creative writer fuses a background in journalism and copywriting with 8+ years experience in order to deliver quality, customized material spanning news, marketing, web content, copywriting, and career development. Excels in meeting deadlines in quick-turnaround settings, and produces results that meet important goals.

Work History

Digital Editor

Endeavor Business Media - Roads & Bridges
05 2022 - Current
  • Managed daily news coverage, editing and content creation.
  • Created and monitored a 30k email list for Roads & Bridges weekly newsletter, increasing website views by over 20% month after month.
  • Oversaw social media efforts, increasing following on multiple social sites by over 70% year after year.
  • Produced monthly video series and podcast episodes to expand Roads & Bridges brand.
  • Created original content and edited contributed content for both print and digital magazine.
  • Conducted SEO campaigns, improving search engine ranking and drove organic traffic growth.

Content Writer

New Noise Magazine
06 2021 - Current
  • Expanded readership by 25% through social media strategies and SEO strategies.
  • Coordinated with freelance employees and artists to develop quality articles for digital.
  • Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
  • Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.

Copywriter

Hilton Hotels & Resorts
01 2022 - 05 2022
  • Contributed to a positive brand image by developing compelling storytelling elements for promotional copy.
  • Edited existing copy for clarity, grammar, punctuation, and overall effectiveness.
  • Contributed to team brainstorming sessions to generate innovative ideas for campaign themes and strategies.
  • Ensured consistency in brand messaging across multiple channels by adhering to established style guides and tone standards.

Contributing Writer

EgoBaby
02 2019 - 05 2021
  • Contributed to a 25% increase in website traffic by delivering high-quality content consistently.
  • Assisted fellow writers with proofreading tasks when needed, contributing to overall editorial quality control efforts.
  • Created briefs, features and general content articles.
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.

Writer/Editor

Philadelphia Weekly
08 2016 - 01 2019
  • Oversaw editorial calendar for print magazine, balancing evergreen content with timely news pieces to maintain dynamic and relevant publication.
  • Conducted thorough research on diverse topics, producing well-informed pieces that resonated with readers.
  • Conducted comprehensive interviews with industry experts, adding credibility and depth to feature articles.
  • Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Major in English, Minor in Journalism

Rutgers University
Camden, NJ
05.2016

Skills

  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Interviewing
  • Proofreading
  • Copywriting
  • Editing
  • Communication
  • Content Strategy
  • Video Editing
  • SEO Optimization
  • Analytics and Reporting

Timeline

Digital Editor

Endeavor Business Media - Roads & Bridges
05 2022 - Current

Content Writer

New Noise Magazine
06 2021 - Current

Copywriter

Hilton Hotels & Resorts
01 2022 - 05 2022

Contributing Writer

EgoBaby
02 2019 - 05 2021

Writer/Editor

Philadelphia Weekly
08 2016 - 01 2019

Bachelor's Degree - Major in English, Minor in Journalism

Rutgers University

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