Silver Krieger
New York,NY
Summary
Results-driven senior editor known for expertise in research and project management. Adept at implementing new editorial strategies to streamline processes and enhance content engagement, ready to support impactful publications.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Editor and Journalist
LaborPress, Inc.
New York, New York
01.2011 - 10.2025
- Edited articles for clarity and adherence to editorial standards.
- Collaborated with writers to enhance content quality and consistency.
- Reviewed submissions for accuracy, style, and grammar compliance.
- Curated content themes aligned with LaborPress's mission and audience interests.
- Conducted research to support fact-checking and source verification processes.
- Actively participated in brainstorming sessions about upcoming publications.
- Directed content development to achieve appropriate tone and consistency.
- Updated website content regularly according to SEO best practices.
- Communicated effectively with internal staff members regarding project updates or changes in scope and direction of projects.
- Coordinated with authors to ensure timely delivery of manuscripts.
- Developed new strategies to improve editorial processes and procedures.
- Resolved conflicts among team members while maintaining a positive work environment.
- Developed and deepened positive relationships with writing, design, and production team members to improve communication and collaboration on projects.
- Maintained relationships with publishers and printers.
- Ensured that all published materials were of the highest quality.
- Edited and proofread manuscripts for grammar, spelling, punctuation, clarity and consistency.
- Motivated staff to accomplish challenging objectives quickly to meet strict schedules.
- Reviewed manuscripts for content, accuracy, and adherence to editorial standards.
- Enforced rules of style guides consistently to meet individual project requirements.
- Provided feedback on manuscript revisions based on review comments from authors or editors.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure successful publication projects.
- Conducted research as needed to support publication activities.
- Worked closely with graphic, photo and video teams to plan and produce compelling content.
- Managed multiple writing and editing assignments in a dynamic environment within stated timelines.
- Provided editing, fact-checking and proofreading for various articles.
- Determined clearest and most logical way to present information and instructions for greatest reader comprehension.
- Edited manuscripts, articles, and web content for clarity, grammar, and style consistency.
- Uploaded digital images for editing, archiving and electronic transmission.
- Proofread copy to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation and syntax.
- Verified facts, dates and statistics using standard reference sources.
- Prepared, rewrote and edited copy to improve readability.
- Developed story or content ideas, considering reader or audience appeal.
- Planned contents according to publication's style, editorial policy and publishing requirements.
- Wrote stories, articles, or newsletters for publication.
- Reviewed and approved proofs submitted by composing room prior to production.
- Consulted with management and editorial staff regarding placement and story development.
- Researched labor issues and trends affecting workers' rights and protections.
- Wrote in-depth articles on labor market developments for diverse audiences.
- Collaborated with editorial team to ensure timely publication of content.
- Developed story ideas based on current events and reader interests.
- Engaged with readers through social media platforms to enhance community interaction.
- Maintained a network of sources within the labor movement for future reporting.
- Conducted interviews with sources to obtain information for stories.
- Wrote factually correct, concise, and engaging news stories within tight deadlines.
- Monitored local, national and international events for potential story ideas.
- Generated ideas for feature stories that would be compelling to readership audiences.
- Photographed or videotaped news events to provide visual coverage.
- Reviewed copy and corrected errors in content, grammar and punctuation by following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines.
- Developed and pursued stories independently and for assignment, covering range of topics and events.
- Checked reference materials to obtain relevant facts.
- Assisted other journalists in researching complex topics or locating hard-to-find sources.
- Performed extensive research to back up stories.
- Wrote and distributed press releases with photos to print, broadcast and social media on behalf of clients.
- Submitted assignments ahead of deadlines while adhering to editorial guidelines.
- Discussed issues with editors to establish priorities or positions.
- Researched and analyzed background information related to stories to provide complete and accurate information.
- Collaborated with editors to create headlines that accurately reflect the story content.
- Gathered information about events through research, interviews and attendance at political, news and sports functions.
- Edited copy written by other journalists to ensure accuracy and clarity.
- Compiled research material into an organized format appropriate for the publication medium.
- Provided support during live broadcasts of radio shows or television programs.
- Developed content for multiple news outlets, including newspapers and magazines.
- Maintained relationships with key contacts within various organizations or institutions.
- Proofread articles prior to submission for errors in grammar or syntax.
- Received assignments or evaluated news tips to develop newsworthy story ideas.
- Attended press conferences and other events to gather newsworthy information.
- Updated websites with new content daily or weekly depending on publication schedule.
- Sourced expert opinions for stories from professionals in relevant fields.
- Analyzed data from surveys and polls to identify trends or patterns related to specific topics.
- Determined story's emphasis, length and format to organize material accordingly.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality standards.
- Analyzed and interpreted news and information received from various sources to broadcast information.
- Met deadlines with reliable, in-depth news coverage.
- Reviewed and evaluated notes taken about news events to isolate pertinent facts and details.
- Developed connections with public relations contacts, providing exemplary sources for news stories.
- Presented local news and feature reports in public radio style on both local and national news programs.
- Determined focus of news by staying on top of local, national and international events.
- Revised work to meet editorial approval or fit time or space requirements.
Visitor Services Associate
Brooklyn Museum
Brooklyn, New York
01.1999 - 01.2010
- Greeted visitors and provided information about exhibitions and programs.
- Assisted guests with ticketing and membership inquiries at the front desk.
- Facilitated visitor feedback collection to improve service offerings.
- Collaborated with security staff to maintain a safe environment for guests.
- Organized educational materials for visitors, promoting museum resources effectively.
- Supported event coordination by preparing spaces for public programs and activities.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing documents, responding to emails, scheduling appointments.
- Provided directions to guests throughout the facility, including restrooms, meeting rooms, and other locations.
- Coordinated with staff members to ensure efficient operations within the facility.
- Assisted with setting up for special events such as conferences or meetings.
- Responded promptly to visitor inquiries regarding admission fees and hours of operation.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance at all events.
- Answered questions from customers regarding product availability, pricing, returns.
- Organized tours for groups of visitors according to their interests and needs.
- Greeted visitors and provided information about the organization and its services.
- Created informative handouts about upcoming activities and attractions at the facility.
- Updated website content related to upcoming activities or changes in operating hours.
- Managed customer inquiries in person, over the phone, and via email.
- Conducted surveys among visitors regarding satisfaction levels with services provided.
- Developed relationships with local businesses to promote special offers or discounts.
- Greeted customers, answered general questions and directed to appropriate locations.
- Greeted visitors entering establishment to determine nature and purpose of visit.
- Answered multi-line telephone with polite tone of voice to provide general information and answer inquiries.
- Monitored reception area to provide consistently safe, hazard-free environment for customers.
- Maintained client accounts by obtaining, recording and updating personal and financial information.
- Supplied callers with office address and directions, employee email addresses and phone extensions.
- Transmitted information or documents to customers through email, mailings or facsimile machine.
- Composed and prepared routine correspondence, letters and reports with job-related software.
- Coordinated company events with venues and advised staff of pertinent details.
- Transcribed tapes and notes from meetings into prescribed formats.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Dramatic Writing And Philosophy
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY06-2011
Skills
- Editorial standards
- Content curation
- Fact-checking
- Grammar editing
- SEO optimization
- Content development
- Writing fiction
Languages
English
Professional
French
Limited
Hungarian
Elementary
Spanish
Elementary
Accomplishments
- Thomas W. Smith Fellow
Affiliations
- Volunteer DJ, WVEW-FM
- Volunteer, Dog Walking, Cat Sitting
Timeline
Senior Editor and Journalist
LaborPress, Inc.
01.2011 - 10.2025
Visitor Services Associate
Brooklyn Museum
01.1999 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Dramatic Writing And Philosophy
Brooklyn College