Kim J. Purcell
Professional Editor / Writer / Digital Media Specialist
Hello! I am an accomplished professional editor, content manager, and digital media specialist with more than a decade of experience working in the publishing and media industries. My extensive background includes editing and writing for print and online media as well as developing web pages, multimedia content, and marketing materials for publication. My experience has progressed with the evolution of digital media, moving from traditional publishing into advanced multimedia content and product development.
- Phone : 1-858-859-7998
- Email : [email protected]
- Website : www.kimjpurcell.com
- Lives In : San Diego, CA
Resume
2020 - 2023
Editorial Manager – CIENCE Technologies
Ability to produce compelling multichannel content for B2B sales data solutions company. Necessary leader to maintain exemplary editorial calendar based on brand, keyword research, and SEO strategies to effectively scale content production efforts across all touchpoints. Established frameworks to move content to the highest standards in clarity, effectiveness, and style. Core responsibilities include managing the content team and providing editorial expertise to cross-functional teams company-wide.
2019 - 2020
Digital Content Writer / Editor – Neil Patel Digital
Content writer and editor involved in all stages of content creation and editing for industry-leading clients across social media, website, and blog copy for SEO. Editorial expertise in revising and proofreading content before publication and creating content briefs for writers to improve performance and execution of copy. Instrumental in conducting research to develop and execute core pages, landing pages, and priority projects for clients.
2016 - 2017
Digital Content and QA Manager – Fusion Media
Team lead to conceptualize web content strategies and manage content development as well as manage production workflow and QA processes to meet project deadlines and business objectives for industry-leading IT clients. Collaborated with project managers and cross-functional teams to successfully deliver digital content for multiple high-traffic websites. Comprehensive knowledge of trademarking, branding and legal standards.
2014-2016
Technical Editor / Writer – ServiceNow
Produced and managed hundreds of highly technical online documentation for development, engineering and support teams at global enterprise IT cloud company. Involved in all stages of content development, from article conception to publication. Managed multiple team projects and worked closely with subject-matter experts to ensure accuracy and completeness of content.
2011-2013
Senior Production Editor / Media Editor – Bridgepoint Education
Effectively managed multiple digital and print publications in all stages of production. Major achievements include launch of the four monthly print and e-publications as well as developing 100 e-textbooks during the first year of production. Collaborated with teams and offered content strategy solutions that met with teams’ needs and project requirements.
2009-2010
Production Editor / Copy Editor / Columnist – SanDiego.com
Managing production editor and project coordinator. Involved in every aspect of the editorial process, from content development to publication. Offered strategies for greater efficiency, implementation and redesign of site. Assisted in marketing initiatives and media events. Developed production schedules that improved overall productivity of team and quality of content.
2008-2009
Copy Editor / Writer – Sony Online Entertainment
Editorial liaison for brand marketing, public relations and sales teams to edit, create, and write interactive marketing materials while maintaining various brand styles and corporate vision. Offered special guidance on priority projects including high-profile corporate initiatives, newsletters, press releases, web content and other published materials.
2007-2008
Managing Editor / Associate Editor – Reed Elseveir - JEMS
Editor-in-charge of monthly departments and features for Journal of Emergency Medical Services (JEMS). Performed comprehensive content and detailed line editing, including formatting and processing content for art director and production coordinator. Managing editor for EMS Chief Advisor and logistics coordinator for JEMS at EMS Today Conference and Expo.
2006-2007
Associate Managing Editor / Writer – Billian Publishing - Boating World
Interim managing editor. Developed, edited and wrote feature stories for Boating World and MarineMax Lifestyles magazines. Created and implemented effective deadline-oriented schedules for print and web content development. Managed freelance writers and contracts for assigned stories and deadlines.
2004-2006
Executive Marketing Assistant – Georgia Center for the Book
Executive assistant for award-winning Library of Congress nonprofit organization. Assisted executive marketing director in designing, coordinating and sponsoring literary programs throughout Georgia with distinguished partners Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Primary publicity contact for major press and publishing houses throughout the country.
My Education
University of Georgia – BA: Arts & Sciences
University of Chicago – Graham School Editing Program
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I am currently looking for a full-time position in either San Diego or New York. Please contact me if you have an exciting opportunity in publishing or digital media. Thank you!