Jonathan St. Michael- |-| Montreal, QC, H2T 2Z6
PROFILE
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Core skill-set in verbal and written communication, whether it be blogging, or writing articles on
subjects ranging from new albums to new technologies.
Able to provide clear and concise writing and strike the correct tone on varied projects
Background in SEO and marketing practices, allowing me to gear content to boost traffic
Strong knowledge of basic research and data collection
Team player with exceptional time management and organizational skills
Certifications: Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (2019), Core French (2014)
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in English Literature (BA), Honours | 2014 - 2018
University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario
● Dean’s Honour List (2017, 2018)
Intermediate Screenwriting Course | 2018
Guelph, ON
● Wrote a series of screenplays ranging from 5-page to feature length (100 page) screenplays
● Original 5-page script chosen to be filmed (short film available on YouTube)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Lead Copywriter/Tech Support Specialist | 2019 - Present
FixMeStick Technologies, Montreal, QC
● Act as the team lead for the company’s blog and content
● Write product pitches, articles, quizzes, and weekly news updates through WordPress
● Employ best SEO practices to help content reach a wider audience
● Engage in monthly content planning meetings, covering traffic statistics from Google Analytics
● Completed trainings on subjects including SEO, Google Analytics, and Wordpress
Freelance Writer | 2018 - Present
Exclaim! Magazine, Toronto, ON
● Writer Profile: https://exclaim.ca/writers/jonathan_st_michael
● Wrote and edited articles and album reviews, largely regarding emerging artists
● Participated in the editing process, ensuring grammar and punctuation met editorial standards
Booking Clerk/Administration | 2018 - 2019
Merivale Medical Imaging, Ottawa, ON
● Entered data involving patient cases, files, and medical requisitions
● Interacted with patients and medical staff to book appointments and resolving file issues
● Reorganized patient data to achieve optimal efficiency and space
Senior Writer & Editor | 2017 - 2018
The Ontarion Newspaper, Guelph, ON
● Oversaw editing and article submission for Arts & Culture section of newspaper
● Worked with writing staff to ensure quality of grammar, punctuation, and diction
● Brainstormed a diverse array of news topics, ranging from arts and culture to public policy and
sustainable environmental practices
