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Stephanie Jankowski

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Dynamic professional dedicated to marrying my passion for education with a flair for writing, creating engaging, and informative content that inspires diverse audiences. Eager to contribute creativity and insight to projects that promote growth and learning.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Writer

Freelance-writers
01.2001 - Current
  • Copywriter: Giant Eagle (chain grocery store) Pharmaceuticals; HP; Forbes; IBM; ZippSlip (cloud-based platform designed for K-12 schools); local and national educational campaigns
  • Content Writer: Highlights Magazine; Hey, Teach & We Are Teachers (educational websites); Huffington Post; Pittsburgh Cultural Trust; When Crazy Meets Exhaustion (education, parenting blog); local and national educational campaigns
  • Crafted compelling copy for diverse clients, enhancing brand messaging and engagement.
  • Developed targeted content strategies aligned with client objectives and audience demographics.
  • Edited and proofread copy to maintain high standards of clarity and professionalism.
  • Reviewed and edited final copy for accuracy and to correct grammar errors.
  • Boosted campaign performance by developing engaging and persuasive copy for print, digital, and social media platforms.
  • Consistently met project objectives by effectively managing multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining high-quality output.

Essayist

Freelance-writers
01.2011 - Current
  • Published Author: Schooled: A Love Letter to the Exhausting, Infuriating, Occasionally Excruciating Yet Somehow Completely Wonderful Profession of Teaching
  • Contributor: I Just Want to Be Alone; The Big Book of Parenting Tweets; The Bigger Book of Parenting Tweets
  • Authored diverse literary works across multiple genres, enhancing reader engagement.
  • Collaborated with editors to refine manuscript quality and maintain coherence.
  • Developed compelling story arcs that resonate with target audiences consistently.
  • Built a loyal following through engaging author-reader interactions at book signings, speaking engagements or online platforms.
  • Enhanced manuscript quality through meticulous editing, proofreading, and revising for clarity and readability.

Director

Listen to Your Mother, Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh
01.2015 - 01.2017

Live-reading show that celebrates and mourns the journey of Motherhood. Relevant responsibilities included:

  • Writing/editing/publishing LTYM Pittsburgh essays; editing cast essays, taking them from page-to-stage; writing and promoting relevant show literature; marketing/advertising show details on social media; directed strategic planning sessions to align organizational goals with community needs and resources; mentored team members

Education

Masters of Science - Education

Wilkes University
Wilkes-Barre, PA
01.2019

Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education English

Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA
01.2003

Skills

  • Command of APA writing style
  • Educator and writing background with extensive experience in the ed tech space
  • 20 years of experience writing, proofreading, and editing
  • Highly skilled at time management and multitasking
  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • Creative storytelling & content writing
  • Copy editing & proofreading

Timeline

Director

Listen to Your Mother, Pittsburgh
01.2015 - 01.2017

Essayist

Freelance-writers
01.2011 - Current

Writer

Freelance-writers
01.2001 - Current

Masters of Science - Education

Wilkes University

Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education English

Clarion University of Pennsylvania