Sam Olvera
Summary
I've been a writer and editor for many years, and I currently co-manage a retail nursery. As a book reviewer and non-fiction book guide writer, I'm very familiar with a wide range of genres and authors. In my various positions at farms, nurseries, and a global health institute, I've also gained years of experience successfully managing projects, inventory, and budgets.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Writer and Editor
Shortform
12.2022 - Current
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free book guides for non-fiction books
- Collaborated with writers to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style across content types
Nursery Manager and Co-Owner
Radical Roots Nursery
10.2022 - Current
- Overseeing growth, planting and maintenance of retail nursery and orchard
- Managing inventory and e-commerce
- Customer service assisting people identify fruit trees and native plants that will suit their landscape
Book Reviewer
Latino Book Review
05.2019 - 12.2020
- Wrote book reviews for fiction, non-fiction, and poetry books for a non-profit online magazine dedicated to highlighting Latinx voices
Editor
Wordvice
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Edited academic research manuscripts in the fields of biotechnology, public health, and public policy
- Proofread and edited articles for grammar, spelling, and consistency with each journal's requirements
Project Manager
Rice 360 Institute For Global Health
05.2015 - 12.2019
- Coordinated national implementation for medical equipment and data collection at hospitals
- Data analysis, budget and personnel management
- Organized peer-review conferences
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bioengineering
Rice University
Houston, TX05.2015
Skills
- Communication
- Retail customer service
- Writing and editing
- High attention to detail
- Inventory management
- Meeting deadlines
- Strong research skills
- Managing projects and teams
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Writer and Editor
Shortform
12.2022 - Current
Nursery Manager and Co-Owner
Radical Roots Nursery
10.2022 - Current
Editor
Wordvice
06.2019 - 08.2020
Book Reviewer
Latino Book Review
05.2019 - 12.2020
Project Manager
Rice 360 Institute For Global Health
05.2015 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Bioengineering
Rice University
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