Christine Waresak

Seattle, WA USA
Website: http://christinewaresak.writersresidence.com/

Professional Experience

Flexible Seattle-based freelance writer/editor with experience ranging from corporate (Microsoft, F5 Networks) to creative agencies (Metia, POSSIBLE) to nonprofits (University of Washington) to trade magazines. Specialties include content marketing (e.g., newsletter/website articles), tailoring content for different audiences and mediums, and presenting complex material in a clear and easy-to-understand manner. Recent projects: -Writing articles for the UW Professional & Continuing Education newsletter/website, with a focus on careers. -Writing and editing articles for POSSIBLE creative agency for an upcoming AT&T online publication, with a focus on technology and lifestyle. -Interviewing artists and developing the website for Constellation617.com, an online journal of conversations with creative people. -Writing the annual report for College Access Now, a nonprofit organization that helps low-income high school students go to and graduate from college.

Total Media Industry Experience

15 Years

Media Client List (# assignments last 2 yrs)

Naylor Publications (1-2)

Corporate Client List (# assignments last 2 yrs)

F5 Networks (10+), Microsoft (10+)

Other Work History

-Freelance writer for the University of Washington and creative agencies such as Metia and POSSIBLE -Creator and editor of Constellation617.com, an online journal/website of interviews with creative people -Published fiction and creative nonfiction (RED OCHRE Lit, Written River, Emrys Journal)

Technical Skills

Blogging, CMS tools, social media

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office suite; Squarespace; WordPress; Basecamp and AtTask content management systems

Equipment

Audio recorder; laptop; printer/scanner/fax/copier; mobile phone; car

Work Permits & Visas

U.S citizen

References

Available upon request. For recommendations, see http://christinewaresak.writersresidence.com/about_me

General

Career Trend: Finding Meaningful Work at Age 50 and Over
(University of Washington 12/27/2013)
How Temporary or Contract Work Works
(University of Washington 4/5/2013)
F5 Networks Services Brochure
(F5 Networks 12/19/2025)
Taking Stock of Valued Employees
(ICON Magazine/Naylor Publications 12/19/2025)
For Profit, For Good
(University of Washington 4/4/2014)
Inventing a Household Name: Blistex Creator's Family Expands Legacy with Pharmacy Scholarship
(University of Washington 12/19/2025)
Constellation617
(Constellation617 12/19/2025)
Online journal/website of interviews with creative people
College Access Now Annual Report
(College Access Now 12/1/2013)
Idea Swap: You Can't Put a Price on It
(ICON Magazine/Naylor Publications 12/19/2025)
UW Writing Group Video
(University of Washington TV 3/20/2014)
I wrote the voiceover script for this video. The video is based on an article I wrote for the UWPCE newsletter called "Adding More Life to Your Work-Life Balance."
F5 and Microsoft Partnership Guide: Exchange Security Solutions
(F5 Networks 12/19/2025)
Get an Inside Look at Consulting
(University of Washington 2/27/2014)
F5 Careers in Product Development
(F5 Networks 12/19/2025)
HR, website, copy, online, IT, F5 Networks
Integrated Spaces: Outdoor Rooms and Indoor Gardens
(ICON Magazine/Naylor Publications 12/19/2025)
Microsoft PC Learn Brochure for Developing Markets
(Microsoft 12/19/2025)
Microsoft Hospitality and Travel Industry White Paper
(Microsoft 12/19/2025)
Designing for the 21st Century Global Village
(ICON Magazine/Naylor Publications 12/19/2025)
Adding More Life to Your Work-Life Balance
(University of Washington 10/4/2013)
Microsoft Retail Industry White Paper
(Microsoft 12/19/2025)