Qualifications & Education:

 

College of Media & Publishing

06/2016 - 12/2019

Diploma: Copywriting level 4 

Diploma: Investigative journalism level 3 

Diploma: Proofreading & editing level 4 

Diploma: Web editing Level 4 

Diploma: Google SEO Level 4

 

 

1998 - 2003

International College of Journalism:- Diploma Journalism

International College of Journalism:-  Advanced Higher Diploma Journalism.

Cengage Education:- Higher Advanced Diploma in Freelance Journalism

City & Guilds:- Higher Professional Diploma Photography Level 4  (Two years)

City & Guilds:- Photography & Image-making Level 4  (Two years)

    

 

Teaching Qualification & Experience:

Diploma: Teach English as a Foreign Language

(Certified and academically recognised by the College of teachers) C.O.E.S CELTA/TESOL.

Beginner to Advanced. 

 

1993 - 1994

Sir Pierre van Rynaveld High School 

6 A'Levels

 

Edleen Secondary school 

6 O'Levels  

 

 

Employment history:

 

www.EugeneStruthers.com UK

Job title:- Copywriter & Web content editor / Proofreader & Editor

October 2013 – Present

Self-employed: Qualified & accredited Proofreader & Editor, Copywriter, Web content editor.
Creating innovative, engaging copy for clients in line with their strategy.
Creating and editing original copy that is accurate, well-researched, and meets client/company needs and deadlines.
Creating product descriptions to be used in advertisements in print and online.
Generating copy & feature content for the corporate website and maintaining the blog.
Performing Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) duties; keyword research, title and description tags, keyword density, competitor analysis, backlinks, etc.
Utilising the advanced features of the Content Management System (CMS)
Maintaining social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, and Google+)
Monitoring the organization’s website traffic through Google Analytics
Conducting extensive research during the writing process
Proofreading and editing content pieces before they are published
Updating old articles on the website with fresh and relevant content
Edit and proof-read all content to ensure consistency using style guides with tone and relevance to the target audience.
Dealing with editing HTML, CSS, Javascript, etc issues. Website interaction and engagement and presentation. Webpage accessibility. Spelling, grammar, and punctuation, Advertising content, writing direct mail, press releases, sales pitches, presentation and proposals, articles for SEO, social media & blogs, Adhere to Industry codes of practice, checking facts, accuracy, Editing & proofreading on paper and computer screen, use of the correct language, Academic editing, etc

 

 

www.Glamour-Photography.co.uk 

Job title:- Web Content Editor & Photographer  

January 2002 – October 2013

The monthly management of updating web pages, writing an editorial on Frontpage files, proofreading, and picture editor.
Design of web site layout and banners using Photoshop, Dreamweaver and paint shop pro, HTML, CSS.
Evaluating and giving a critique of new photographic equipment & methods.
Created online content, email marketing, taglines, headlines, landing pages content, Technical photography training course
Design and layout of the whole website, uploading of content
Responsible for writing content “articles, training tutorials, copy, marketing, and product reviews” across various platforms: Social media, blogs, direct mail, SEO Marketing, web-content.
Responsible for monthly editorial and training events
Proofreading & editing of existing content & copy
Developing and liaising with publishers & preparing advertising and promotional photographic material for mailing and distribution.
Research into different photography web site markets.
Compilation of a database of International photographers & models, leads and links.
Assisting in the regulation of US Code 18 Section 2257 compliance and copyright law.

 

 

TPM Photography Amsterdam

Job title:- Editorial Assistant & Photojournalist  

February 2000 - December 2001

Overseeing the layout, appearance, and content of feature articles.
Generating ideas for feature articles with writing staff.
Editing and re-writing articles, overseeing the artwork, design, and photography for the features section of the web site.
Proofreading articles before going live online.
Interviewing models and International photographers, manufacturers.
Writing a monthly column on European photographic techniques and new developments.
Developing and liaising with publisher & prepared advertising and promotional photographic material for mailing and distribution.
Selecting feature articles for each issue.
Sending out briefs to writers which included word count, deadline, fee, and writing style.
Assessing and evaluating new software and photographic equipment.

 

 

ANS    

International News Syndicate / ANS  Amsterdam

Job title:- Freelance Journalist  

March 1998 - January 2000

Researching & producing concise and accurate copy according to the newspaper's / magazine house style and to strict deadlines.
Interviewing sources, seeking out, and investigating stories via a contacts list, press releases, and other media outlets.
Pitching feature articles, case studies, etc. Writing, editing, submitting copy. Proofreading, verifying statements and facts.
Staying up to date with Dutch/English Privacy, Contempt & Defamation law, and Libel law.
Wrote news and feature articles covering all aspects of Dutch life & Culture in The Netherlands.

 

 

Professional Membership:

 

Full member:- National Press Card (As recognised by the Police & government officials)

Full Member:- The Chartered Institute of Journalists

Full Member:- "Photojournalist"  International Press card

 

Activities:

 

Teaching English as a Foreign Language in the evening, Reading classical novels, writing short fiction stories. Photography