Taylor Tatum
Muncie,IN
Summary
Experienced writer with a knack for crafting impactful content. Proven history of delivering high-quality work that resonates with target audiences and supports organizational goals. Valued team player known for dependability and adaptability to evolving project requirements, while demonstrating exceptional writing and editing skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Copywriter
Taylor University
Upland, IN
03.2023 - Current
- Developed engaging copy for promotional materials, enhancing university outreach efforts.
- Produced compelling content to drive traffic, including news stories, web copy, email copy, print materials, press releases, magazine articles, and more.
- Proofread and edited final copy for accuracy, sentence fluency, and grammar, maintaining high standards of quality and consistency.
- Managed competing deadlines with efficiency.
Adjunct Professor of Communication Studies
Taylor University
Upland, IN
01.2022 - 03.2025
- Developed and delivered engaging course materials aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered inclusive classroom environments that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student performance in the areas of writing, speaking, critical thinking, and more using diverse evaluation methods to ensure academic rigor.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, theological, professional, and academic goals.
Admissions Counselor
Taylor University Admissions Office
Upland, IN
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Advised prospective students on personal, academic, and professional goals.
- Advised prospective students and families on admissions requirements and financial aid offerings.
- Developed a training packet for new Admissions Counselors and trained newly hired Admissions Counselor utilizing the packet.
- Provided exceptional customer service by responding promptly to inquiries from prospective students via phone, email, and text.
- Acted as an interim International Admissions Counselor for one semester and worked with international prospective students on their college applications.
Communications Intern
The Boys and Girls Club of Muncie
Muncie, IN
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Wrote engaging donor acknowledgments.
- Developed and updated web copy.
- Assisted in organizing the annual fundraising event.
- Acted as program assistant when needed and maintained meaningful relationships with the students and staff.
Church Intern
Christ Life Community Church
Smyrna, TN
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Served with a missions team near Cusco, Peru.
- Partnered with two nonprofit organizations serving individuals experiencing homelessness in the Nashville area and helped serve food and organize pantry.
- Engaged in pro-life efforts with Christian leaders in the Nashville area.
- Served as a leader for the church's summer youth camp.
Education
Master of Arts - Communication Studies
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05-2019
Skills
- Writing, editing, and proofreading
- Storytelling
- Excellent interpersonal communications
- Article writing
- Project management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Marketing content development
Timeline
Copywriter
Taylor University
03.2023 - Current
Adjunct Professor of Communication Studies
Taylor University
01.2022 - 03.2025
Admissions Counselor
Taylor University Admissions Office
06.2021 - 12.2022
Communications Intern
The Boys and Girls Club of Muncie
01.2019 - 05.2019
Church Intern
Christ Life Community Church
06.2016 - 07.2016
Master of Arts - Communication Studies
Ball State University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies
Ball State University