Rachel Tsoumbakos

Rachel Tsoumbakos

$30/hr
I write entertainment and TV articles
Reply rate:
-
Availability:
Hourly ($/hour)
Location:
Warburton, Victoria, Australia
Experience:
5 years
Rachel Tsoumbakos 21 Clarke Avenue Warburton 3799 - Mob:- Email:- CAREER ASPIRATIONS I love writing, editing, proofreading and working on internet-based applications. With the right writing job I am prepared to work hard and will aspire to maintain a strong work ethic. I have a varied array of writing experience, both in print form and web content as well as extensive knowledge in the behind-the-scenes of book promotion. As well as this experience, I adore document formatting and have a keen eye for detail of both the finished product as well as being able to visualize where the product is headed. WHAT I CAN BRING TO YOUR COMPANY AS AN EMPLOYEE Proven ability to learn new things quickly Works best independently and is self-driven with deadlines and assignments Excels at multi-tasking Demonstrated to be dependable and have a positive/proactive attitude Punctual and prompt in work habits Ability to work effectively under pressure Attention to detail Good at organizing and an ability to put things in order A helpful, courteous manner Neat personal appearance Time management - priorities and handling several tasks A broad understanding of social medias and how to use and apply them in relation to publishing and marketing strategies A firm grasp of the differences in punctuation, grammar and spelling between the US, UK and Australia SCHOOLING Certificate IV Library/Information Services (Box Hill TAFE). While this certificate is not complete, I have taken subjects that I have applied to everyday writing and endeavor to provide accurate information in articles as a result of these core subjects studied. In these studies, I have developed a vast array of researching experience. I am confident with physical research using such facilities as the State Library and the Public Records Office. I also have excellent experience in being able to decipher reputable information on the Internet. WORK EXPERIENCE BACKGROUND 2015 – CurrentStaff writer for The Inquisitr. I currently produce, on average, 10 articles per week for The Inquisitr. Most of these articles fall into the television/entertainment categories. I am able to source and write articles on these topics in a timely manner and without outside input. All articles follow a standard format and guideline procedure that must be adhered too. My articles require little by way of further editing once completed. 2013 – 2015Proofreader for American author Addison Moore Addison Moore is a prolific New York Times & USA Today bestselling author. I have proofread the following of her novels and novellas: 3am Kisses Beautiful Oblivion Winter Kisses Entropy Sugar Kisses Celestra Forever Whiskey Kisses 2011 - CurrentAuthor of: Emeline and the Mutants, published by Myrddin Publishing Group The Ring of Lost Souls, published by Myrddin Publishing Group. This is a fictional novel set in the grounds of Larundel Mental Institution. Many hours of research has gone into making sure the history mentioned in this novel are accurate, including several visits to the State Library, Public Records Office and Larundel Zombie Apocalypse Now, published in serialized form in Sanitarium magazine as well as in the complete edition via Myrddin Publishing Group Metanoia, published by Myrddin Publishing Group. Unremember Things, Book #1 in the Wood Nymph Chronicles. Published by Myrddin Publishing Group Through my work with Myrddin Publishing Group, I have learned many aspects of social media (Twitter, Facebook, Blogging, LinkedIn, Bit.ly, Pinterest etc.) as well as extended my knowledge of SEO content and Google search engine optimization. 2011 - CurrentBlog writer: http://racheltsoumbakos.wordpress.com.au/ This is my author blog. I regularly update it with news pertaining to my current book, works in progress, popular TV show recaps and news. I also maintain the following blog dedicated to TV recaps: (https://thesnarkingdeadrecaps.wordpress.com/) As a result, I am able to quickly grasp embedding content and the use of basic HTML to alter existing coding. 2010 - CurrentVolunteer Writer/Lead Editor for True Blood Net (Examples of my work can be seen here: http://truebloodnet.com/author/rachel-tsoumbakos/) This job entails using a standard web page layout using Word Press and creating articles from previously posted articles supplied from varying sources. Content must display the original content but without plagiarizing. SEO optimization is used in the wording of the articles. This site also requires knowledge on the use and alteration of video embedding and HTML coding. I have also participated in celebrity interviews within this role as well as helping with some Australian True Blood events. 2012Submissions committee, Fantasy Island Book Publishing. In this role, I viewed raw and polished unsolicited manuscripts. As a committee, we then work off a list of guidelines to assess the potential of a given manuscript and recommend changes that would help the potential author in getting their work to a publishable stage. June 2008Author of Living Now (Issue 107) magazine article, The Magick of Herbs June 2008Author of Dare to Dream (ISSN-, Issue 5) magazine article, Suburban Sustainability 2008Writer/SEO content for Suite 101 (Examples of my work can be seen here: http://www.suite101.com/writer_articles.cfm/barefootgardener). Original articles were developed using my own topics. SEO optimization was used within these articles. Specific guidelines had to be followed as to the wording, length and layout of each item. 2001 - CurrentStay at Home Mother of two 1994 - 2000Settlements Clerk at Macquarie Bank During my time with Macquarie Bank I learned many new skills. I have a strong knowledge of the Money Market and Foreign Exchange fields as well as a basic grasp of the stock market, equities and special deposits. I also dealt in the crucial areas of Austraclear, End of Day, Cemtex and other time crucial elements of banking on a daily basis. Account Settlement/Reconciliation While working at Macquarie, one of my important tasks was to reconcile all monies within several divisions. I was particularly good at tracking down hard to locate or incorrectly deposited monies.
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