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Georgia Carter

Georgia Carter

Cape Town

Summary

With over six years of experience as a versatile content writer and editor, I have developed a deep understanding of the power of language and its ability to connect with audiences. I pride myself on being a wordsmith and storyteller with a flair for authentic, engaging, and memorable creations.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Content Writer

Compose.ly
01.2023 - Current
  • Created engaging long-form articles for various brands, industries, and topics, including travel, health and wellness, luxury goods, and creative businesses.
  • Crafted SEO-friendly content for websites and blog posts to increase organic traffic.
  • Wrote and edited high-quality content under deadline pressure, using a captivating and authentic approach.

Content Writer

Goodman Lantern
09.2021 - Current
  • Created compelling meta descriptions and title tags to increase click-through rates from search engines.
  • Boosted website traffic by implementing SEO strategies and creating engaging content.
  • Enhanced brand visibility with the development of high-quality, targeted content.
  • Created content to improve brand authority and thought leadership, with topics ranging from digital marketing to workplace culture.
  • Utilized feedback from clients and colleagues to improve content quality.

Travel and Conservation Writer

Self-employeed
01.2021 - Current
  • Wrote compelling, succinct, clear news scripts under tight deadlines, which were used in short nature and conservation documentaries.
  • Developed creative copy for advertising campaigns that resonated with target audiences and secured bookings.
  • Promoted and marketed works through social media platforms.
  • Developed and pitched story ideas to editors and presented clients with unique copy options based on overall marketing objectives.
  • Curated compelling website content for wildlife photography professionals, high-end safari lodges, conservation organizations, and tourism brands.

Head Content Writer and Copywriter

Bonsai Digital
09.2020 - Current
  • Improved content quality by conducting thorough research and incorporating industry trends.
  • Edited and proofread content to confirm proper grammar, quality and consistency with AP style.
  • Increased brand visibility by consistently producing high-quality, SEO-optimized content.
  • Worked with teams of designers, editors, and marketers to create content for client campaigns.
  • Developed comprehensive style guides outlining voice, tone, and language usage guidelines, which improved overall brand consistency throughout various forms of communication.
  • Crafted SEO-friendly content for websites and blog posts to increase organic traffic.
  • Developed content for a variety of topics, ranging from technical and travel to fitness and lifestyle, for multiple brands.
  • Leading projects included creating articles, newsletters, and social media content for major digital marketing firms in the tourism, ed-tech, and sustainability industries.

Head Content Writer and Editor

Comparing Experts
09.2020 - 09.2023
  • Crafted SEO-friendly content for websites and blog posts to increase organic traffic.
  • Developed content for a wide range of topics, including fitness, health and wellness, sustainability, and insurance.
  • Edited and proofread drafts of articles and other documents.

Ghostwriter

Urban Writers
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Showcased versatility in writing across diverse subjects, including health and wellness, spirituality, and non-fiction e-books.
  • Conducted thorough research to ensure factual accuracy and credibility in all written works.
  • Maintained a keen eye for detail, resulting in polished final drafts free from grammatical errors and inconsistencies.
  • Expanded personal knowledge base through continuous learning of new subjects and industries as required for each project.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

Rhodes University
South Africa
12.2018

Skills

  • Editing and proofreading
  • Content Marketing
  • Content Curation
  • Article Writing
  • Proofreading
  • Creative Capabilities
  • Multimedia Writing
  • Storytelling Techniques
  • Creative Writing
  • SEO Knowledge

Timeline

Content Writer

Compose.ly
01.2023 - Current

Content Writer

Goodman Lantern
09.2021 - Current

Travel and Conservation Writer

Self-employeed
01.2021 - Current

Ghostwriter

Urban Writers
01.2021 - 01.2022

Head Content Writer and Copywriter

Bonsai Digital
09.2020 - Current

Head Content Writer and Editor

Comparing Experts
09.2020 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

Rhodes University
Georgia Carter