Sharon Perkins
Orlando,FL
Summary
Dynamic editor with a strong background in creative writing and bilingual communication. Known for developing compelling content and headlines that resonate with diverse audiences while ensuring alignment with organizational goals, using AP guidelines and the Cru Writing Style Guide.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Editor
Campus Crusade For Christ Inc
07.2024 - Current
- Copyedited and enhanced articles for weekly release from the Office of the President, Cru International headquarters.
- Conducted research to support article development and maintain accuracy of published materials.
- Implemented feedback from senior editors to improve overall publication processes and efficiency.
- Developed engaging headlines and summaries that increased reader engagement across platforms.
- Edited and proofread articles for clarity, grammar, and adherence to style guidelines.
- Collaborated with writers and photographers to enhance content quality and ensure alignment with organizational mission.
- Created content from transcriptions and rough data from untrained, field reporters.
Headstart VPK Teacher
Broward County Public Schools, Flamingo Elementary School
07.2017 - 02.2022
- Earned Highly Proficient on my Broward teacher evaluations.
- Communicated with students and parents in English and Spanish via various educational platforms, online and print newsletters, emails, phone calls and in person conferences.
- Promoted literacy skills among students with engaging, bilingual reading, speaking, listening and writing projects tailored to their interests and abilities.
- Increased enrollment in the school VPK program through visits to students' homes; presenting family workshops; and holding an annual school-family event celebrating each student's culture of origin.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - World Languages, Spanish
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HISkills
- Writing and editing
- Creative writing
- Proofreading
- Content development
- Performance improvement
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Editor
Campus Crusade For Christ Inc
07.2024 - Current
Headstart VPK Teacher
Broward County Public Schools, Flamingo Elementary School
07.2017 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Arts - World Languages, Spanish
University of Hawaii At Manoa