John Kuria
Writer
Nakuru, Nakuru District,31
Summary
Organized Senior Editor with about 8 years years of work experience in technical editing, offering meticulous eye for scheduling and proofreading details. Innovative problem-solver with approachable attitude and insightful critical thinking abilities. Also, a detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Academic Research Writer
Upworks Work From Home
02.2018 - Current
- Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients.
- Developed creative copy for advertising campaigns that resonated with target audiences and drove sales growth.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Followed company policies and editorial guidelines to craft thorough, well-written content.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality written content tailored to specific industries and target audiences.
- Conducted thorough research on diverse topics, producing well-informed pieces that resonated with readers.
- Researched and wrote original content for case studies, emails and newsletters.
- Collaborated with editors to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style across various platforms.
- Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Developed engaging articles for online publications, resulting in increased readership and social media shares.
Technical Editor
Wiase Research Institute
09.2019 - 12.2023
- Facilitated seamless communication between departments by serving as a liaison between technical staff members working on documentation projects.
- Conducted final quality checks before publication to minimize errors or inconsistencies in published materials.
- Supported proposal development efforts by creating persuasive content tailored to specific audience needs and expectations.
- Conveyed complex technical concepts clearly through the production of easily digestible written materials such as FAQs or help articles.
- Optimized document searchability through the implementation of metadata tagging strategies.
- Leveraged strong attention to detail in refining graphics, tables, and diagrams for visual appeal and comprehension enhancement.
- Assisted subject matter experts in conveying complex information through clear and concise language.
Education
Master of Science - Biogeography
Kenyatta University
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Atmospheric Sciences And Meteorology
South Eastern Kenya University
Kenya 02.2010 - 04.2014
Skills
Research
Editing
Strong research skills
Proofreading
Fact-checking
Technical Writing
Formatting
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Swahili
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Interests
Reading
Nature walks
Software
Microsoft office
Arc GIS pro
SPSS
Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
RemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureCareer advancementTeam Building / Company RetreatsFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPersonal development programsWork Availability
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Timeline
Technical Editor
Wiase Research Institute
09.2019 - 12.2023
Senior Academic Research Writer
Upworks Work From Home
02.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Atmospheric Sciences And Meteorology
South Eastern Kenya University
02.2010 - 04.2014
Master of Science - Biogeography
Kenyatta University
05.2001 -