Melanie Lam

Freelance Editor, Proofreader and Writer

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Intro

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Copywriter at Spin Communications

Editor, Proofreader and Writer at Freelance

Studied Journalism and Public Relations at Curtin University

Studied at Taylor's University

Joined September 30, 2021

Skills

Languages

English

Native or Bilingual

Malay

Intermediate

About

Hello! I'm a freelance editor, proofreader and writer who is currently working full-time as a copywriter in an advertising agency as well. I have previously worked as an account executive for a public relations agency as well. These positions have given me experience in: - Editing and proofreading different types of articles, blog posts, press releases, and more - Content creation, including industry articles, blogs, website copy, social media copy, and press releases - Strong knowledge in social media and influencer/affiliate management - Event planning and media relations My specialisations include copyediting, proofreading and grammar checks for all types of content, from book manuscripts, blog posts, press releases, academic essays and so on. I look forward to collaborating with you on future projects together!

Experience

Spin Communications

Jun 2021 – Present

Copywriter

- Create several proposals and pitches for clients - Content creation, including industry articles, blogs, website copy, and social media copy - Editing and proofreading different types of articles, blog posts, press releases, and more - Research on digital marketing strategies and SEO optimization

Freelance

Jan 2018 – Present

Editor, Proofreader and Writer

- Edited, proofread and wrote several book manuscripts, website content, and academic documents for clients

Elliot & Co.

Feb 2021 – Jun 2021

Account Executive

- Wrote several press releases and strategy plans for clients - Created and disseminated media invitations for a client's virtual event - Compiled media lists and contacting media for press release disseminations - Helped in the planning process for a client's virtual event - Daily media monitoring of different industry news - Created several PR plans for clients - Wrote several SEO blog articles for Elliot & Co.'s website

Education

Curtin University

Jan 2018 – Jan 2021

Bachelor of Arts (Mass Communication), Journalism and Public Relations

Taylor's University

Jan 2017 – Jan 2018

Foundation in Communications