Rachael Hawkins
Carmel
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate with master's degree in Creative Writing with a focus in Fiction, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and to a high degree of efficiency. Enthusiasm for fostering active discussions and improving written creation and communication skills. Willingness to take on added responsibilities in order to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Professor
Butler University
08.2023 - Current
- Developed content and curriculum for First Year Seminar course, built syllabus from scratch.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
Freelance Content Writer
Self Employed Writer
08.2020 - Current
- Wrote, proofread and edited various content to prepare for publication.
- Used Microsoft Word, Google Docs and SharePoint to store and share created documents.
- Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
- Coordinated with subject matter experts for interviews and topic generation.
Content Strategist
Arnold Meyer Commercial Real Estate
05.2018 - 08.2019
- Develop original content through social listening and independent sources.
- Strengthened content through proofreading and editing.
- Utilized photography tools to update online real estate listings and create physical brochures.
- Built company website and kept up to date with listings, employee information, client interface, etc.
Education
Master of Fine Arts - Creative Writing
Butler University
Indianapolis, IN05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN06.2018
Skills
- Workshop Facilitation
- Active Learning
- Curriculum Creation
- Communications Strategies
- Optimize Language Usage
- Material Revision
- Strategic Content Planning
- Creative Solutions
- Collaborative Relationships
- Workflow Optimization
- Schedule Management
Websites
Accomplishments
- Publication in The Madison Review
- Publication in The Midway Journal
- Publication in Study Breaks Magazine
Volunteer Work
Worked with students at Short Ridge High School in the Writing Center on writing and editing skills. Additionally, assisted students in drafting and revising their college applications and admissions essays.
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
Butler University
08.2023 - Current
Freelance Content Writer
Self Employed Writer
08.2020 - Current
Content Strategist
Arnold Meyer Commercial Real Estate
05.2018 - 08.2019
Master of Fine Arts - Creative Writing
Butler University
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
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