Lisa Cohen Lee

Summit, NJ USA
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Professional Experience

Need to cover the latest beauty and lifestyle trends online or in print? Look no further. Whether it's reporting on hair trends for SELF, BRIT + CO or INSTYLE MAKEOVER, organizing my office on a budget for WOMAN'S DAY, blogging about beauty products for SHOP.COM, covering boutiques for NJ LIFE's shopping guide or spearheading the SELF Healthy Beauty Awards, I always give 100%. I started my career writing in-house at GLAMOUR and settled into freelancing full-time with writing and editing gigs. My portfolio is flush with print and content, focusing mostly on beauty, but also with fitness, fashion, health, profiles, how-to advice and short trend pieces. I'm also a whiz at managing special editorial projects, including awards, wrangling prizes for contests, or creating edit for custom magazines.

Expertise

Editor
19 Years
Reporter
20 Years
Writer
20 Years

Specialty

Lifestyle
20 Years
Fitness
15 Years
Beauty
20 Years

Industries


Magazine - Large Consumer/National magazines
19 Years
Magazine - Local/Regional magazines
14 Years
Online/new media
10 Years

Total Media Industry Experience

20 Years

Media Client List (# assignments last 2 yrs)

Glo.com (10+), mom.com (10+), New You Magazine (10+), NJ LIFE (10+), Living Social (10+), Prevention.com (10+), SELF (10+), Shop.com (10+), Woman\\\\\\\'s Day (10+), Life & Beauty Weekly.com (6-10), FOR ME (6-10), Glamour (3-5), Beautypress.com (3-5), Figure Magazine (3-5), INSTYLE Specials (1-2), Prevention Magazine (1-2), All You (1-2), Allure Magazine (1-2), EndlessBeauty.com (1-2), Every Day With Rachael Ray (1-2), Whole Living (1-2), SHAPE.com (1-2), Looking Good Now! (1-2), Brit + Co (10+)

Corporate Client List (# assignments last 2 yrs)

ApothecarieNY.com (10+), Lorel Marketing/King of Prussia Mall (3-5), Marie Claire Special Ad Section (1-2), Guthy Renker--TV (1-2), APS Marketing (1-2), Brinsights, LLC (1-2)

Other Work History

Contributor, Brit + Co Contributor, GLO.com Web Content Writer, King of Prussia Mall website Beauty Editor, Shop.Com Beauty Blogger, Shop.com Monthly Contributor to WD Giveaways Column, Woman's Day Glamour Magazine, 5+ years, Assistant to Editor and Chief, Editorial Coordinator Freelance in-house Editorial Writing and Editing positions at Bride's, Good Housekeeping, McCall's, Rosie, SELF, Gourmet Diversions Editor, NJ LIFE Freelance features for O, the Oprah Magazine, Redbook, Bride's, NJ Monthly, NY POST, Woman's Day, The Knot.

Computer Skills

Word, Excel, InCopy, Wordpress, Skyword

Equipment

Computer, audio recorder, fax machine, Minolta Digital Camera, Iphone, Canon scanner

References

Leah Wyar, Beauty Director, Cosmopolitan Magazine Ilana Blitzer, Beauty Director, Health Magazines Kim Farrington, PR Director, Blue Sky Communications Simona Supekar, Former Editorial Director at Shop.com

Associations

Avant Guild

Showcase

General

Change your look in less time than it takes to upload a photo to Instagram? These 12 new products deliver gorgeous results in under 30 seconds. From a cheek-and-lip multitasker to an instantly smoothing primer, shop these latest must-haves.
There's no better time than the middle of winter to try self-heating hair, makeup and skincare products. From a spicy lip oil to a warm clay mask, these 11 must-haves will give you a temporary reprieve from the polar vortex.
Coverline feature on how you can refresh your look by Monday morning.
A surprising survey of money habits and tips on making the most of your money.
Coverline feature and highlighted interactive web story, on the 31 ways you can incorporate giving into your life during the month of December.
Tips for dressing and looking 10 years younger. Part one of a three part series.
Fast, easy ways to control an oily scalp and hair.
Coverline article with how-tos on replicating the latest star-studded styles.
Feature article on what you can do in the doctor's office and at the beauty counter for younger looking skin.
Second annual issue devoted to shopping. Contributor
Time saving tips feature. Clip emailed or faxed upon request.
Beauty Awards, 6-page, Coverline Feature. Will email or fax clips upon request.
The best beauty products to pack for a getaway.
A guide to shopping at the Malls in New Jersey for all your gifts on your list.
Could the secret to looking healthier and younger be in your head? Take ten years off with a daily dose of mindful, natural anti-aging strategies.
Shopping guide to Bernardsville, a country town that's suddenly very chic.
Part of the Year For Me Challenge Series, this piece is a plan of action to get more time for yourself and what to do once you have it.
Shopping guide to Summit NJ
Prevent SPF slip ups with high-tech products that provide even more protection from harmful UV rays
Article on Self Tanners and how to apply them.
Over 100 reviews of beauty products for their "Product Finder" tool on the website.
Beauty content for Brit + Co
Beauty content for Brit + Co
Beauty content for Brit + Co
A post-engagement plan for gearing up for your prettiest day, ever.
Lead Cover story on the best shops in the Garden State.
The annual Self Healthy Beauty awards. Readers pick the best the skincare, makeup, haircare and body products from the thousands that debuted in the last year.
Story on Skin Rejuvenation to erase smoker's lines around the mouth.
Oxygen is the latest trend in skincare, but is it all full of hot air?
Part of the "Year For Me" challenge series, this feature focuses on making your relationships stronger, whether with a family member, friend or partner.
How I updated my home office on a budget of $500 and finally got rid of clutter for good.
Compilation of Best people, places and things in NJ. Contributed to Party, Design and Where to Find it sections.
Feature on how to Get Sexy Hair right now with tipsthat work according to your type.
A beauty cheat sheet for allergy season
8 Must-Try Asian Beauty Products
The rule and tips for embracing this season's hottest trend--mixing up prints and patterns for a runway inspired look.
The lowdown on buying mineral makeup and why it's so hot right now.
Four mini-articles that address how to solve major work issues, including managing office politics, nailing an interview, asking for a raise and dealing with on-the-job stress.
Three calming techniques you can add to your beauty routine that guarantee a stress-free day
A guide to the hottest boutiques and spas in the Garden State.
A Beauty Need to Know article on the three main types of skin redness and how to deal with them.
Find Your Most Flattering Cut Baffled By whichever hairstyle suits you best? Whatever your face shape we've got the perfect match.
Nine beauty habits that should be a part of your routine.
Coverline article Guide to the best malls in New Jersey
First person reporting on NJ spas
The newest treatments to make veins vanish, just in time for summer
10 Sneaky Ways to Stretch Your Beauty Dollars
Hair Feature coverline story for February issue. Clip emailed upon request.
WD Giveaways page. Clips emailed upon request.
Two page in-depth feature. Clip emailed upon request.
How to prevent summer beauty emergencies.
Two page spread on easy ways to boost your energy.
6 prods to help you ward off colds, flu and bugs this season
Reported article on the newest way to look at skin type and what products to use. Includes a quiz for determining your right type.
Everything you need to know about sweating and how to control it.
Looking pasty and pale? Fake it with these quick tips to getting a healthy glow all year.
Beauty gift ideas for the one you love.
Ongoing blog covers beauty and fashion tips and products.
Tips and tricks on how to make dark circles disappear in an instant.