Fox Chase Cancer CenterEditorial Assistant
Jun. 2015 - Feb. 2016Greater Philadelphia Area• Researched, wrote, and edited communications materials, such as press releases, articles, social media content, patient testimonials, talking points for company officials public events, and blog posts, ensuring all print and digital materials meet department standards and style guidelines
• Assisted the publications manager in putting together Fox Chase’s many publications; duties included writing articles, proofreading, coordinating interviews, conducting audits, and compiling mailing lists
• Supported the media relations manager in coordinating interviews with journalists, gaining Fox Chase placement in national and local news stories
• Participated in organizing committees for Fox Chase advocacy and fundraising events
• Monitored and created content for the company’s social media channels
• Identified ways the department could save money, such as taking on a video project that eliminated the need for freelance and contracted work, and switched to a less expensive media monitoring service, saving the department $3,000