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Olivia Chen

New York, NY
+1 555-461-3882
[email protected]

Creative and detail-oriented writer with a talent for producing engaging, well-researched content tailored to target audiences. Adept at turning complex topics into accessible stories and enhancing brand communication.

Work Experience

Editorial Intern • HuffPost

June 2022 ~ December 2022・7 months | New York, NY

Drafted and edited 30+ articles per month covering lifestyle, wellness, and trending news. Conducted research to ensure content accuracy and reliability, resulting in recognition for high factual standards. Assisted with editorial calendar planning and supported content optimization, increasing online engagement by 15%.

Freelance Contributor • Scribd

August 2021 ~ May 2022・10 months | San Francisco, CA

Produced regular short stories and blog content; articles received an average of 2,000 monthly views. Collaborated with editors to refine content and align with brand guidelines. Managed deadlines to deliver all assignments on schedule.

Education

Columbia University

Bachelor of Arts in English Literature • 2018 - 2022

Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Dean's List, 2019-2022
Completed advanced coursework in Creative Writing and Media Studies

Skills

Content writing
Proofreading
Research
SEO basics
Editing

Languages

English - Native or Bilingual
Chinese - Fluent

Licenses & Certifications

IELTS Academic (Overall Band 8.0)

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