Leah Champagne

Leah Champagne 444 Failla Rd., Apt. A, Lafayette, LA 70508 ● - ●- Education University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Lafayette, LA Bachelor of Arts in Communication, magna cum laude May 2018 Experience Write My Wrongs September 2019 - present Editor - remote • Edit and proofread manuscripts submitted by authors • Create notes pages with suggestions on how to modify and streamline work • Keep open communication with supervisors and authors at all times The Urban Writers September - November 2019 Ghostwriter - remote • Write self-help eBooks of up to 30,000 words each based on customer requirements • Research information so all books are factually accurate and helpful • Work on a tight deadline, typically no more than a 10-day turnaround • Work with editors to make any necessary adjustments or changes BKA Content Writer - remote • Member of the LinkVehicle SEO writing team • In one week, create at least 12 original SEO pieces using a keyword link June 2019 - present LHC Group Apr. 2019 - present Administrative assistant ● Assist eight division presidents of operations and their employees with daily and special tasks ● Collaborate with other employees to complete projects ● Manage payroll, HR forms, invoices and expenses by established deadlines ● Prepare and mail monthly new hire letters for three divisions Horace Mann Insurance Nov. 2018 - Apr. 2019 Executive assistant ● Assist clients with life, retirement, and withdrawal applications ● Track progress of applications and supply in additional information needed for approval ● Assist marketing director with creating, editing and implementing outreach campaigns The Vermilion UL Lafayette Editor ● Managed 30-person staff and business department ● Copy edited all content published in print and online ● Reported on events and breaking news as needed ● Offered one-on-one training with young writers and staff members 2017-18 Managing Editor ● Created and dispersed weekly assignment sheet ● Reported on events and breaking news as needed ● Worked one-on-one with reporters to find and develop stories 2016-17 Design Editor ● Created a cohesive layout for weekly editions using Adobe InDesign and Photoshop 2015-17 Reporter ● Used networking skills to find sources for and write campus news stories ● Took pictures to accompany stories in print, online and on social media 2015-16 Honors Outstanding Senior in journalism concentration Third place on-site copy editing, 2018 Southeast Journalism Conference Second place on-site copy editing, 2017 Southeast Journalism Conference Skills/Qualifications Proficiency in: • Microsoft Office • Google Suite • Experience in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign