Jeffrey Jenkins
Nolensville, TN |- |- | www.linkedin.com/in/jjenkins218/ Portfolio: https://jenkinsportfolio18.wordpress.com/
SUMMARY
Five years of experience writing engaging content for various brands, agencies, startups, and non-profits within multiple industries and across various digital and traditional channels (blog posts, newsletters, emails, ads, social media). Skilled at adapting to different tones, objectives, and audiences to foster growth, increase engagement, conversions, sales, and overall success.
Experience includes writing short- and long-form copy, proofreading and editing, brainstorming, conducting high-quality research and interviews, using SEO principles to maximize reach, and collaborating with designers, PR, and other professionals.
WORK EXPERIENCE
GR0 Remote (Los Angeles)
Reporter Outreach Writer/Media Outreach Specialist February 2022-Present
Craft ghost-written responses to online media queries on behalf of my clients to acquire high-quality backlinks to increase their website’s domain ranking and traffic
Successfully acquired over 300 backlinks and counting for clients, including in publications like Forbes, GoBankingRates, DataBox, Medium, Score, and GetApp
Write from clients’ point of view with an understanding of their brand, voice, and core values
Increased clients’ websites’ monthly traffic by 118% on average
Stropse/Syft Remote (Los Angeles)
Editorial Writer April 2020-November 2021
Wrote articles, pitched ideas, and was part of a small team that helped launch a new esports site
Interviewed top content creators and influential figures in the gaming industry to produce high-quality features that engaged our audience
Conceptualized ideas for YouTube videos, wrote scripts, and wrote copy for parent company’s/agency’s website (Syft)
Know A Vet Remote (Mountain View, CA)
Newsletter Project Manager June 2019-December 2020
Managed a team of 3 researchers and 1 writer to produce weekly informative newsletters for over 500 veterans; provided aid via thoroughly researched articles and advocate programs
SKILLS
Skills: Writing, Copywriting, Editing, AP Style, Proofreading, Researching, Grammar, Digital Marketing, SEO, Creative Writing, Storytelling, Content Management, Link Building, Email Outreach, Email Marketing, Content Writing, Ghostwriting, Collaborating, Brand Voice, Brainstorming, Critical Thinking, Versatility, Time Management, Creativity
EDUCATION
Middle Tennessee State University (2018), Bachelor’s in Journalism
Interests: Avid basketball player/fanatic, and music connoisseur. Big on personal and professional growth.
