Writer/Journalist

SANFORD BROOKS Toronto, ON 647-***-**** ad8cq0@r.postjobfree.com

WRITER JOURNALIST EDITOR

Journalist Columnist Editor Creative Writer Marketing Copy Writer Proofreader

Winner of 1st place short story composition contest consecutively for three years

Successful and punctual at meeting assigned deadlines and securing interviews

Discerning, discreet, adaptable, creative, innovative, imaginative and open minded

Articulate speaker and an avid reader

Highly motivated, detail-oriented, creative writer and culturally sensitive

Strong sense of humour; honest and trustworthy

Hardworking, possessing a strong work ethic; considerate and compassionate

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

15+ years of comprehensive writing/journalism experience

Highly articulate and well-spoken with excellent communication, writing, research, editing and investigative skills

Skilled at preparing and proofreading articles and print ads prior to publication

Skilled at meticulously scrutinizing written material to correct errors in grammar, spelling, including coherent syntax

Meticulously and detailed oriented with strong ability to write engrossing and thought-provoking stories

Possesses strong team abilities and also able to work under minimal supervision

Proficient in establishing factual content and obtaining necessary, pertinent information

Solid knowledge of Graphic Design Elements and Structured Balance

Skilled in photography when a picture is required to accompany articles

Reliable and consistently punctual in meeting assigned deadlines

Adaptable at making spontaneous changes as requested to article content

Thoroughly organized with meticulous attention to detail

WORK EXPERIENCE

Wrote and published articles on Dating, Entertainment, Urban Issues, Human Interest, Technology, Lifestyle and Health

Conferred with Publisher/Editor on story topic ideas and suggestions

Wrote compelling features, stories, and columns published in various community newspapers / online publications

Sought out and consulted with individuals to be interviewed for specific topics for upcoming issues

Established strong editing and proofreading skills

Scrupulously analyzed client's website content for synopsis; completed text articles were posted online to amend the website

Conceptualized and developed online advertising content

Received numerous positive feedback on my articles from local community residents

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Writer, Just A Web Agency, October 2019 - April 2020

Writer, Real Estate Statistics - Intuitive Metrics Solutions Incorporated, 2019 - 2020

Writer, Chiasson Consultants Inc., 2018

Columnist, Toronto Star, 2018

Web Content Writer/Editor, Michael Esposito Management Consultant / Real Estate Developer, Toronto, ON, 2017

Copy Writer / Content Marketer, Ad Army Group Marketing Services, Toronto, ON, 2016

Writer / Photojournalist, East Yorker Community Newspaper, Toronto, ON, 2014

Freelance Editor, Magazine and Manuscript Editing, Toronto, ON, 2007 – Present

Editor, What If What Next Public Relations Firm, Toronto, ON, 2007

Writer / Journalist, The Toronto Times Internet News Magazine, Toronto, ON, 2004 – 2005

Writer / Journalist, Canadian Macedonian News, Toronto, ON, 2004 – 2015

Writer, ETC News, Toronto, ON, 1999 – 2003

Writer, Off The Wall, Toronto, ON, 1997 – 1998

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Web Design, Multi-Media, Desktop Publishing and Computer Graphics HTML, Windows XP Professional, Windows 10, Adobe Photoshop, Auto Desk 3D Studio Max, Macromedia Director, Adobe Page Maker, Quark Xpress and Corel Draw, Flash Animation, Java Scripting, Blender 3D Printing and Animation Software PC Repair, Maintenance, Hardware / Software Installation and Upgrades Good photographic (35mm/DSLR photography) and visual skills

EDUCATION

Kilroy College, Certificate (Hons) PC Repair + Certificate (Hons) Adult Psychology

Ryerson University, Certificate in Graphic Design, Photograph Digitization and Image Enhancement / Manipulation

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