Resume
Work
Experience
2023 - Present
Content Writer
As a Content Writer for Peaks Digital Marketing in Denver, CO, I manage content for a variety of professional clients, stemming from law firms to psychology practices. In this capacity, I manage company blogs, optimize web pages for SEO, and create new web content for each client on a monthly basis. I am a self-starter, independently seeking solutions for each client and formulating content strategies on a tight schedule.
2022 - 2023
Feature Writer
As a feature writer for Screen Rant and The Gamer, I provided weekly gaming features where I created well-researched editorials about the gaming industry, upcoming and current video games, and insight into tabletop games as well.
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2021 - 2022
Lab Manager
I managed two laboratories at the University of Colorado Boulder. My duties included inventory management, ordering, and adhering the labs to campus safety standards. Additionally, I oversaw day-to-day operations of the labs and oversaw student activities.
2020 - 2021
Contract Technical Writer
Wrote technical documents for an advertising agency specializing in medical and scientific technologies. Documents ranged from white papers, SOPs, one-pagers, blog posts, battle cards, SEO ads, and social media ads. Topics have included a range of products including AI, immune repertoire sequencing, and cell therapy.
2018 - 2020
Research Assistant-Molecular Biology
Wrote research plans and designed objectives to thoroughly test different methods of protein regulation, culminating in a successfully defended master’s thesis. Effectively communicated research findings in annual update talks, end of rotation talks, and at poster sessions during annual retreats.
2017 - 2018
Post-Baccalaureate Research Assistant - Biochemistry
Compared the ATPase activity of concurrent yeast V-ATPase mutants and looked at different strains to determine the critical structural components responsible for the activity of V-ATPase. Collected vacuoles for the purpose of conducting ATPase assays, separating cells via ultra-centrifugation on sucrose gradients.
Education
2018 - 2020
University of Colorado Anschutz | Master’s Degree
Master's in Molecular Biology
2013 - 2017
University of New Mexico | Dual Bachelor's Degrees
Dual Bachelor of Science Degrees in Biochemistry and Biology
Skills
& Expertise
Writing
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Strong writing skills with a flair for description and imagery.
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Skilled in condensing large and technical concepts for any audience.
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Extensive knowledge about writing for video games and creative projects with emphasis on strong characters, theming, and world-building.
Marketing
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Wrote white papers, SOPs, and blog posts for clients explaining complex scientific processes and products to other scientists and non-scientist investors.
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Engaged in SEO practices to optimize webpages and increase traffic to site.
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Experience in designing custom SEO-optimized ads for Google.
Communications
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Experience working with others in developing and refining writing projects.
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Coordinated with a multidisciplinary team of researchers to refine the thesis to the highest standard.
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Effectively communicated research findings in annual update talks, end of rotation talks, and at poster sessions during annual retreats.
Technical Proficiencies
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Microsoft Office Suite
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Google Suite
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R
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Python
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Moz
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EndNote
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Articy