Tel. 347-284-6409 (US) :: +44 131 208 1646(UK)
:: +34 606 981 420 (Spain) :: SkypeID - Sparklyscotty
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Email. sparklyscotty@gmail.com |
Introduction- I am a full time freelance writer, traveling between the UK and Spain. Working in a wide variety of industries and countries has given me a broad range of interests and experiences to refer to and I am always challenging myself to learn about new subjects.
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Personal Profile- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to follow a schedule and stick to a deadline.
- Online research a speciality.
- I am active in a number on online networking and social sites, and enjoy meeting and learning about new people through their online writing.
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Education & Awards- Five Scottish Education Higher Exams (AAABB).
- Scottish Certificate of Six Years’ Study in English based on a writing portfolio.
- Completion of an additional senior exchange year at a US high school where I was lettered for my presentations about Scotland, and cultural differences between Europe and the US.
- Psychology degree from Texas A&M University.
- I hold qualifications in music, theory, piano and voice from the Royal Academy of Music and Drama.
- I have also studied several other topics at university, college or through private tutors, or independent study courses. These subject cover a broad range of interests, and include: criminology, archaeology, Russian literature, English literature and poetry, forensic science, art history, film studies, French, Spanish, website design, seo, marketing, advanced Photoshop, photography.
- Company Woman of the Year Award for Bright Ideas for Innovation for my work as the Editor of The Wedding Guide (www.theweddingguide.eu)
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Employment History
Assistant Manager, Olsen Portrait Design |
February 2001- February 2004 |
San Antonio, TX - Improved office efficiency by writing a new procedural manual.
- Created new promotional and marketing materials (brochures, flyers) specifically tailored to the bridal market.
- Secured new clients and contracts by emphasizing our commitment to customer service and highlighting the advantages of our studio through marketing letters.
- Wrote the copy for the studio ‘Portrait Guide’ which included a bio of the company and employees, overview of products and services, and terms and conditions.
- Implemented and trained employees in new technology and assisted in studio transition from film to digital.
- Consulted on website design, copy and SEO
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Transcriber, Various locations | April 1996 – June 2000 |
- Transcribed homework, class assignments and essays for students with physical or mental disabilities, such as dyslexia or a broken arm.
- Transcribed interviews for real life stories for an online company.
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Jewellery, Chimerique | February 2001 - present |
- I ran a successful jewellery design company in the US and Europe. My work is now sold exclusively in four boutiques in the UK.
- Create brochures, product descriptions, marketing materials and copy for the website and newsletters.
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Website and Newsletter Copy Writer | August 2005- present |
- Take basic facts, events, sales promotions and turn them into effective and easy to read copy for businesses. Businesses range from yachting, motorbikes, community town halls, events companies.
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| August 2007 - present |
- Thoroughly research and write academic essays and articles on a wide variety of subjects for several companies online.
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Recently Published Work |
Solar Innovation, The Way Forward, Matador Travel, October 2008
12 Solar Powered Gadgets, Matador Travel, September 2008
Article in Mothering magazine, US (pending publication) 'La Tomatina' Orato.com, August 2008
‘Podemos! Why Sporting Events are Important to Underdog Nations’ Orato.com, July 2008 |
Editor, ‘The Wedding Guide’ website (present)
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Article in Ryanair’s In Flight magazine July/ August 2007 |
Weekly Column in the ´Coastrider´newspaper 2008
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Freelance writer for several online essay firms |
Links:My blogs: |
Travelogue of Spain on Matador |
Essays on Orato.com |
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Wedding Site that I am the Editor for |
