Sasha-Gay Trusty
Decatur,GA
Summary
Multifaceted editor with over 5+ years of dynamic experience in publishing, journalism, and marketing. With a unique fusion of editorial prowess and marketing acumen, I deliver polished copy that adheres to a brand's voice and resonates with target audiences. Actively seeking a full-time copy editor role in a company with strong values.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Editor
Ulysses Press
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Edit non-fiction manuscripts to improve readability and content
development, and create custom style sheets for each book. - Review new and existing manuscripts for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, consistency, and compliance with quality standards.
- Collaborate with other editors to guide editorial improvements, meet
deadlines, and funnel manuscripts through the pipeline. - Ensure manuscripts adhere to Chicago Manual of Style and in-house style guides.
Interim Brand Marketing Manager
IHeartMedia
09.2020 - Current
- Develop and execute 360 marketing plans for O&O and partner podcasts to drive awareness, build audiences, and increase downloads.
- Prepare monthly data reports of all promotional efforts, and review analytics to provide insights to priority partners such as HBO, Shondaland Audio, Tenderfoot TV, and others.
- Work collaboratively (internally and externally) with production, sales, PR, legal, paid media, and social agencies to meet deadlines and QA deliverables.
Founder
Quaint Revolt Media
02.2017 - 09.2020
- Edited all digital and print articles (internal and external contributions), social posts, websites, and brand guidelines.
- Managed, edited, and designed weekly newsletters, generating 60% organic growth YoY.
- Managed a team of 10 employees, overseeing business development, editorial direction (digital and print), and successful non-dilutive fundraising initiatives.
- Cultivated partnerships with artists and contributors, expanding the brand's reach and impact
Freelance
Writer And Editor
01.2016 - Current
Education
Master of Science - Publishing: Digital And Print Media
New York University
New York, NY05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism: Media And Society
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05.2019
Skills
- Writing and Editing: Digital & Print Media
- Audience Development: Social, Audio, Web & Print
- Data: Research, Reporting & Analysis
- Multichannel Marketing & Promotions Strategy
- Project Planning & Management: Airtable, Basecamp & Slack
- Google Analytics & Workspace
- Content Tools: Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, Microsoft & Canva
- CMS & CRM Tools: MailChimp, WordPress, SquareSpace & Salesforce
- Style Guides: Chicago Manual of Style, AP Stylebook & APA Style
Timeline
Editor
Ulysses Press
07.2023 - 10.2023
Interim Brand Marketing Manager
IHeartMedia
09.2020 - Current
Founder
Quaint Revolt Media
02.2017 - 09.2020
Freelance
Writer And Editor
01.2016 - Current
Master of Science - Publishing: Digital And Print Media
New York University
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism: Media And Society
Georgia State University
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