Kristen Demaline

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Professional Experience

I love telling stories that can change people's lives, whether as a writer, an editor, or a strategist advising how to reach specific audiences to increase engagement. My career, education, and creative pursuits reflect my diverse interests, from public policy to screenwriting to environmental issues. I'm a great problem solver and take a proactive, curious approach to work projects, and I value working with diverse teams. I look forward to hearing how I can assist you by completing a writing assignment or consulting personally on a strategic project!

Expertise

Writer
20 Years
Content Editor (online)
7 Years
Other, Specify
6 Years

Specialty

Environment & Nature
3 Years
Government
5 Years
Women's Issues
8 Years

Industries


Online/new media
14 Years
Nonprofit
10 Years
Academia Other
3 Years

Total Media Industry Experience

10 Years

Other Work History

Until November 2017, I directed content strategy and operations at Bureau Blank, a NYC-based web design firm specializing in nonprofit and government clients. From 2012-2015, I worked full-time at GRACE Communications Foundation, an environmental philanthropy, where I wrote blog posts, newsletters, and managed multiple social media accounts focused on food, water, and energy issues. I've also worked at WITNESS, as a public policy consultant for NYC, and a blogger for Idealist.org. Among my writing and editing experience: web content, newsletters, white papers, brochures, social media content, and scripted remarks.

Computer Skills

I'm a skilled WordPress user, know some basic HTML and pick up new CMS quickly. I have basic Adobe skills, intermediate Google Applications and advanced Microsoft Office skills.

References

Available upon request

Showcase

General

ThriveNYC Website Content Strategy
(Mayor's Fund of NYC 11/23/2015)
With my former design agency, Bureau Blank, I led our content strategy and wireframe development for New York City's ThriveNYC website. The site showcases the City's ambitious new initiative promoting mental health care and access for all New Yorkers.
Ecocentric Blog Posts
(GRACE Communications Foundation 7/6/2015)
From 2012-15, I wrote over 70 blog posts for GRACE's Ecocentric Blog about food, water, energy, and climate issues. My posts ranged from issue reviews/news summaries to interviews to media recaps.
PlanNowNYC Website Content
(NYC Emergency Management 11/1/2016)
I led the content strategy, UX research, and content development for NYCEM's site, providing actionable emergency preparedness information for New Yorkers ahead of no-notice crises.