Marnie McGann
Phoenix
Summary
Experienced editor, writer, and communications specialist with 20 plus years of producing high quality editorial content. Detail oriented, deadline friendly, and the ability to manage complex tasks independently. Seeking part-time, remote, flexible, morning friendly work in editing, content development, communications, or publishing.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Editor/Project Specialist
Erickson Foundation
Phoenix, AZ
01.2012 - Current
- Edit and develop books and publications on psychology and behavioral science
- Associate Editor for organization’s newsletter
- Write press releases, conference materials, brochures, and marketing content
- Oversee operations for museum property and multiple properties
- Coordinate vendors, maintenance, and renovation projects
- Www.erickson-foundation.org and http://www.facebook.com/erickson.foundation
Editor-in-Chief
Trends Publishing
Scottsdale, AZ
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Developed and edited editorial content
- Wrote feature articles and columns on health and beauty, food/restaurants
- Created introductions, headlines, subheads, and editorial calendar
- Managed freelance writers and photographers
- Worked on layout design
- Covered social functions and philanthropic events
- Conceptualized, art directed, photo styled, and produced monthly fashion layouts
- Https://www.trendspublishing.com/
Education
No Degree - Art
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZNo Degree - Editing
U.C.L.A
Los AngelesSkills
- Editing and Proofreading (AP & APA)
- Ghostwriting
- Content Development
- Newsletter & Publications Management
- Copywriting, Press Releases & Marketing Materials
- Project Coordination
- Nonprofit Communications
- Research & Fact Checking
- Microsoft, Excel, Outlook
- Google Docs/Drive
- Zoom/Teams
Freelance Writer & Editor:
- Phoenix Magazine
- Phoenix New Times
- So Scottsdale
- EatFresh Arizona
- Desert Living
Timeline
Editor/Project Specialist
Erickson Foundation
01.2012 - Current
Editor-in-Chief
Trends Publishing
01.2000 - 01.2005
No Degree - Art
Northern Arizona University
No Degree - Editing
U.C.L.A