Laurel Davis is a copy writer, editor, and content strategist with over 10 years of experience in marketing communications, public relations, and publishing. She has expertise in writing, editing, and proofreading for both print and online media. Her experience includes freelance work for publishing companies, newspapers, and magazines, as well as 7 years working as a public relations coordinator for a cruise line. She is currently seeking a full-time writing, editing, or proofreading position.

1. LAUREL J. DAVIS
Copy Writer / Copy Editor / Content Strategist
OBJECTIVE
A writing, editing and/or proofreading position in which to contribute my 10-plus years of experience,
which includes more than seven years in marketing communications, public relations and publishing,
with proficiencies in social media planning and relationship-building.
PROFICIENCIES
Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher • Adobe Acrobat • Adobe Photoshop • Constant
Contact • WordPress • SquareSpace • HTML • Vocus • Meltwater • BusinessWire • PRNewswire •
EXPERIENCE
Freelance Copy Writer, Editor, Proofreader
Various Clients
Greater Los Angeles, CA, 2014 – present
• Provide copy editing and writing services for Knowledge Power Books, an independent book
publishing company in Santa Clarita, CA. Book projects include From Rebel to Remnant: The True
Story, Guard Your Core, and Coaching Yourself.
• Write feature length and other articles for Signal Multimedia, including Connect/661, Silhouette, and
2016 SCV Community Pride. Provide proofreading services for The Santa Clarita Valley Signal and its
various special section publications, including Our Community, as well as for The Santa Clarita Valley
Business Journal.
• Praised regularly for quality of cover stories, feature articles and sponsor editorials, and for editorial
management for Stevenson Ranch Neighbors (Best Version Media), a magazine targeting high-
income homeowners. Conduct all related interviews and research. Develop feature story ideas.
Manage the sourcing, compilation and packaging of content in preparation for production. Proofread
and collaborate on approvals of all final content, graphic design and layout.
• Provide profile writing services, including research and interviewing, to Top Agent Magazine, an
international real estate and mortgage lending trade publication.
• Provided advertorial copy writing for the Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board’s four-page
spread for the Summer Travel Guide edition of Savoy Magazine, consisting of a total of seven
separate profiles on L.A. business and city leaders and their impact on tourism to the city.
Public Relations Coordinator, Marketing and Public Relations Department
Cunard Line
Valencia, CA, 2008 – 2015
Performed copy writing, copy editing and proofreading on a variety of promotional, marketing and
communications pieces for both online and print platforms. Recognized for participation in and regular
project lead on various public relations campaigns, initiatives and events for this luxury British cruise
line. Built effective relationships with consumer and trade media outlets, vendors, venue managers,
sponsorship partners, celebrities and internal partners. Promoted from the Legal and the Boutiques
departments of sister company, Princess Cruises.
661 510 3032
laurelwords@gmail.com
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2. LAUREL J. DAVIS
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Freelance Copy Writer and Copy Editor
LAURELservices Writing and Editorial
Valencia, CA, 2000 - 2006
Independent contractor providing writing, editing, and marketing communications strategy and planning
consultation services to a variety of small business and corporate clients, including Kaiser Permanente’s
corporate Internet Marketing and Employee Benefits departments. Conducted content editing for The
Life Kit, an interactive life application book for adults and children.
VOLUNTEER / PERSONAL WRITING
Online Writer
Got Questions
Colorado Springs, CO, 2014 - present
Contribute to the growing success of this information search engine through the writing of topical
articles and responding to individual questions.
Regular Contributing Writer
Blogos
Colorado Springs, CO, 2014 - present
Regular contributor of original informational and inspiring articles, several of which have been selected
as featured articles on the site’s home page and in emails to subscribers.
Blogger
The Reluctant First Lady
Valencia, CA, 2014 – present
Blog creator and writer of compelling and provocative articles that address current issues for a niche
audience. Experience with Word Press CMS as well as SEO and cross-promotion with social media. Part
of the Blogger Program of Rose Publishing, providing reviews of new book releases.
Co-Director, Communications Outreach
New Beginnings
Los Angeles, CA, 2007 - present
Develop and implement print, web and social media communications programs for this not-for-profit
Los Angeles community organization. Perform writing and editing, programs planning and coordination,
event planning and facilitation, lesson planning and teaching, and other outreach activities.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy
Minor in Business Administration
University of California, Los Angeles
Course work required extensive writing and analytical skills and included Logic, as well as Management
and Economics. Undergraduate Representative, ASUCLA Communications Board. Copy Editor and
Feature Writer, special interest students’ newspaper.
Work samples available upon request.