Creative and dynamic Senior Editor with 4 years of experience in various areas of Publishing and Writing. Trained in leadership and offering meticulous eye for proofreading details and interpersonal relations. Innovative problem-solver with approachable attitude, insightful critical thinking abilities, and an open mind to new approaches and opportunities to learn.
Hi, I’m
Storm Matthews
Ada,OH
Summary
Overview
3
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Ohio Northern University — Polaris
Editor-in-Chief
08.2021 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Represented and promoted publication at publisher events, trade shows and conferences.
- Liaised with Managing Editor to supervise daily operations and set production and performance goals.
- Collaborated with graphics department to develop and implement visual elements.
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes, and approved final versions for publication.
- Supported and encouraged editorial board to provide independent and objective advice, opinions and perspectives to enhance publication.
- Managed team of writers and junior editors to deliver accurate and engaging content.
- Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.
- Emcee and plan reading events
- Aesthetically organize journal for overall flow and thematic structure
Ohio Northern University — Polaris
Webmaster
08.2020 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Provided front-end website development using WordPress.
- Developed technical solutions required to accommodate specific user-facing assets.
- Multi-tasked across multiple functions and roles to meet deadlines and organizational expectations.
Gathering Volumes
Bookstore Intern
06.2021 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Learned about the back end of publisher-distributor-sales relationships.
- Developed an understanding of business startup operations and management.
- Operated BookManager Software.
- Worked with Edelweiss.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
- Opened, shelved, and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
Freed Center For The Performing Arts
Scene Shop Assistant
03.2020 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Worked with technical teams to effectively incorporate lighting, sound and other features.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked with power-tools and assisted with construction of sets
- Experience with beginner electrical wiring
- Ability to operate light and sound boards on a basic level
- Inventoried a variety of goods and materials
Freed Center For The Performing Arts
Seamstress
02.2020 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Determined appropriate repair solution based on garment damage to employ proper tools or equipment.
- Assisted with inventory management and restocking of supplies for continuous availability.
- Altered and hemmed garments to create custom-fitted styles.
- Drew patterns and cut fabric pieces, assembled, and sewed to create wearable garment.
- Ran fitting meetings to professionally measure and record individuals' dimensions
- Operated sewing machines to join, reinforce, or decorate products and performed hand stitching for smaller projects.
- Conferred with designer to determine types of material and garment styles desired.
John and Toni's
Barmaid
05.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Poured beer or wine and mixed consistent cocktails quickly while collecting payment and operating cash register to deliver efficient service.
- Maximized bar sales by repeatedly checking on customers and offering refills or alternative drinks.
- Assisted with bussing tables and cleaning up spills.
- Delivered exceptional guest experiences through attentive service and quick response to issues.
- Answered customer questions about food and beverage items and assisted with menu selections.
- Assisted wait staff with timely food delivery and guest requests.
- Established rapport with customers by providing friendly and attentive service.
Education
Ohio Northern UniversityAda, OH
Bachelor of Arts from Creative Writing
08.2019 - 05.2023
University Overview
- English Talent Award Scholarship Recipient
- Elected as Creative Writing Representative for School of Humanities Student Advisory Board in 2021
- Sigma Tau Delta Member
- Relevant Coursework: Interactive Fiction in Inform7
- 3.5 GPA
Skills
- Writing and Copyediting
- Detail Orientation & Accuracy
- Dependability & Cooperation
- Team Management & Conflict Solution
- Publication Production Oversight
- Multitasking
- Understanding of G-Suite
- Experience with InDesign & Graphic Layout
- Experience with BookManager & Edelwiess
- Social Media Content Creation & Management
- Video Editing
- Video Conferencing Software
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Quote
Much unhappiness has come into the world because of bewilderment and things left unsaid.
Timeline
Barmaid
John and Toni's
05.2023 - Current
Editor-in-Chief
Ohio Northern University — Polaris
08.2021 - 05.2023
Bookstore Intern
Gathering Volumes
06.2021 - 08.2021
Webmaster
Ohio Northern University — Polaris
08.2020 - 05.2021
Scene Shop Assistant
Freed Center For The Performing Arts
03.2020 - 05.2023
Seamstress
Freed Center For The Performing Arts
02.2020 - 05.2023
Ohio Northern University
Bachelor of Arts from Creative Writing
08.2019 - 05.2023
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