Writer in Victoria, British Columbia

What's your story? Let's write, polish, edit and share your story, article or book TODAY. I am a writer-editor, singer-songwriter, academic, world traveler, outdoors & fitness enthusiast. *Languages: English, French, conversational Spanish* *Exceptional writing, editing, copy editing and proofreading skills *Detail- and deadline-driven, refined critical thinking and problem-solving skills *Creative, analytical, organized, reliable *Trained in social media, design/sound/video software, photography, report and business writing, international communication, HTML, research *Advanced knowledge in: music, sports, travel, culture; health, mental health, fitness, psychology, anthropology; finance, corporate communications I have been to over 30 countries and volunteered at rural hospital clinics (Zimbabwe, Haiti) and adventure camps (Nepal, Sri Lanka). I've worked in music, service, admin, finance, landscaping, you name it. I bring all these experiences, interests and aptitudes to the writing and editing table. I get a thrill out of finding errors, reworking pieces, editing. I get lost in details and ideas. I love how writing and sharing stories connects people. I am part Montagnais First Nation which means "mountaineer." I love climbing mountains literally and figuratively. Is writing this book or story your mountain? Are you not sure where or how to start? Not the best with words? Let's get to it! Experience: 2018 - Senior Writer, Journalist - Powherhouse Media 2017 - Content Writer, Editor - Seasmoke PR 2015 - Managing Editor - Women's Lifestyle magazine - editing, writing, interviewing, photography, planning, mentoring, liaising 2014 - Freelance Writer, Editor, Photographer - Medium, Analogue, The Voice, various 2010-present - Blogger: www.....com, www.....com, www.....com 2008 - Freelance Editor, Proofreader - for two Victoria fiction novelists 2002-present - Manager, Agent, Musical Artist: LOLA PARKS www.....com Education: 2015 - Certified Journalist - Langara College, Vancouver 2010 - Report and Business Writing - University of British Columbia (UBC) 2005 - International Development - UBC 2004 - Masters acceptance, Medical Anthropology - McGill University 2000 - Broadcast and Media: Music Business, Music Recording Techniques - BCIT 1998 - BA, Psychology - University of Victoria (UVIC) Certifications: Personal Trainer (2017); Weight Training instructor (2016); TESOL (2001); French bilingual (1994) Check out the blogs for samples of my work.