Kelly Kling
Copy, Content, Editing, Proofreading
I am a Texas State University alumna with an extensive background in the written word in all facets, including advertising, content creation, news and publishing. With a bachelor's degree in public relations and minors in sociology and writing, I am your woman for all types of client-facing content in ATX.
Yours Truly
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Austinite from Baton Rouge.
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Writer and editor by day, singer and dancer by night.
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Avid horror movie fan.
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Lover of animals, water, sun, seafood and a good time involving all of the above.
Resume
Razorfish
Senior Proofreader/Copywriter
November 2017 - Present
As a proofreader for Razorfish, I ensure the accuracy, consistency and quality user experience of all materials we send to our major bank client including wireframes, copy decks and presentation decks. I provide feedback directly to designers and other copywriters in order to deliver polished products to our client. I also provide proofreading services to other client teams and take on copywriting tasks as needed.
Giddy
Sexual Health and Wellness Article Writer
December 2020 - Present
As a writer for Giddy, I write articles on all kinds of sexual health and wellness topics for the company website. I focus on feminine sexual health, relationships, and dismantling social stigmas around sex.
The Pen is Mightier Content Creators, LLC
Copywriter/Editor
May 2019 - January 2021
As a copywriter and editor for The Pen is Mightier Content Creators, LLC, I wrote and edited website, blog and social media copy for all kinds of clients. I used Basecamp to keep track of assignments and give feedback to writers to improve the various written products we delivered to our clients.
Vertical Axion
Copy Editor/Article Writer
August 2016 - January 2018
As a copy editor for Vertical Axion, I edited articles on a wide range of topics and scheduled them to post to the various blogs of the company's clients. Previously an article writer, I wrote articles on an array of subjects in the business and technology world.
Gannett (Formerly Gatehouse Media)
Proofreader
November 2015 - October 2017
As a proofreader for Gannett, I inspected the pages of hundreds of newspapers across the country for correct spelling, grammar, design and Associated Press style. I worked directly with other proofreaders and designers to ensure that the best possible products were published on their strict deadlines.
Beckham's Cube: Overcoming
Anxiety and Depression
Contributing Editor
April 2013 - September 2014
As counselor and author Michael Beckham's contributing editor, I ghost-wrote his book based on his lectures and helped him organize and title the chapters. Beckham's Cube: Overcoming Anxiety and Depression is available on Amazon.com.
Texas State University Student
Learning Assistance Center
Writing Tutor
August 2013 - July 2015
As a writing tutor for Texas State University's Student Learning Assistance Center, I helped students perfect the grammar, spelling and organization of any and all types of writing assignments. I built relationships with my clients that helped us both excel as students.
The University Star
Copy Editor/Copy Desk Chief Assistant
September 2012 - May 2014
As a copy editor for The University Star newspaper, I edited news, editorials, sports and many other types of stories for factual accuracy, grammatical correctness and adherence to the Associated Press Stylebook. I was also the Copy Desk Chief's assistant and covered her lead shifts in the event of her absence.
Freelance Writing and Editing
Ongoing
As a freelance writer, I write short and long-form pieces of all kinds for various online magazines and Medium publications. My online writing portfolio containing these and other pieces can be found here. As a freelance resume editor, I take clients' resumes at any stage and improve their grammar, structure, formatting and consistency.
Photography
I specialize in college graduates and scenery.
Testimonials
"Kelly took my resume and sparkled it up! My husband's resume also got lots more hits after she put some pizzazz in it."
Renee T.
"Kelly has helped me edit several major papers throughout my undergraduate studies at The University of Texas. Every time she did, she was super thorough and thoughtful. She caught things that I didn’t even know were issues. I highly recommend her services."
Aryn J.
"If you need any help with your resume or cover letter, Kelly is amazing! She did mine yesterday and I already have 5 potential leads for jobs!!"
Kelsye C.
Contact
Contact me to discuss opportunities, or just to chat! I look forward to working with you.
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