Summary
Writer and editor with an extensive background in creating, refining and delivering publication-ready content across diverse industries including education, government, technology, publishing, retail, legal and financial services. Inventive and efficient, with the ability to capture message, voice, audience and the room.
University lecturer with 18 years of helping students explore, reflect, think for themselves, and write like a pro.
Professional Experience
Lecturer, Department of Liberal Studies, California State University, Los Angeles, Prison Graduation Initiative (Aug. 2026 — current)
Facilitate rigorous bachelor’s-level coursework utilizing inclusive pedagogical strategies, supporting equitable higher education, student retention, and rehabilitation goals.
Writing Consultant and Editor — Contract, Cantellus Group, AI and Frontier Technology Advisory Firm (Jan. 2025 — May 2026)
Edited reports and proposals on strategy, oversight and governance of AI and other frontier technologies
Reviewed, edited and proofread written materials across sectors including higher education, state and local government, financial institutions, humanitarian organizations, international advocacy organizations and advertising agencies
Cross-checked references, verified data, and fact-checked complex content for accuracy
Provided clear and constructive feedback to subject matter experts
Maintained style guidelines to ensure brand voice and editorial standards across deliverables
Lecturer, College of Liberal and Creative Arts, San Francisco State University (2008 — 2025)
Facilitated interdisciplinary inquiry and structured learning experiences
Authored, edited and proofread more than a dozen course readers, delivering clarity, accuracy and accessibility for diverse audiences
Developed and maintained course materials aligned to established educational standards
Lead Copywriter and Content Editor — Contract, Lolli and Pops (2020 — 2021)
Served as sole copywriter during full company rebranding, leading all copywriting efforts across platforms
Ensured grammatical accuracy and stylistic consistency across all content, collaborating with creative teams on copy and visuals
Lead Copywriter and Content Editor — Contract, Z Gallerie (2017 — 2018)
Created and edited original product descriptions that aligned with company’s voice and stylistic standards during rebranding
Competitive Analyst and Copywriter — Contract, Seven Design (2018 — 2019)
Researched and verified data for Visa B2B Payments and Analytics platforms, contributing to a successful pitch deck that directly resulted in securing the Visa contract
Content Editor — Contract, The Pattern (2016 — 2017)
Proofread and edited more than 2,500 segments of content for award-winning mobile app, handling high-volume workloads with across tight deadlines
Skills
Content Editing: Skilled at refining drafts into clear and accurate audience-aware content
Editorial Standards: Meticulous in applying the right grammar, tone and structure while ensuring factual accuracy
Style Guides: Proficient in all major style guides with experience developing and maintaining organization-specific style guidelines
Brand Voice: Skilled at applying consistent brand voice and messaging standards across all deliverables, with experience leading rebranding campaigns
Project Management: Organized and detail-oriented, with experience managing multiple concurrent projects while meeting explicit deadlines
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborative when it counts, working with teams to deliver on-brand, publication-ready content
Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Smartsheet, Slack, Adobe Acrobat Pro; familiar with collaborative platforms like Planable and Cloud Campaign; efficient at mastering new software and tools
AI Content Editing: Adept at identifying and eliminating common AI "tells" to produce polished, human-quality writing
AI Integration: Experience leveraging AI tools to streamline editorial workflows and optimize content production while maintaining human oversight
Education
The Shakespeare Institute, University of Birmingham, UK
Post-graduate, Shakespeare Studies
San Francisco State University
Master of Arts, English Literature
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature, with Honors
Certifications
Certificate in College Prison Teaching, with Distinction (2026)
California State University, Los Angeles, Prison Graduation Initiative
Generative AI Power Prompter and Content Designer (2026)
LinkedIn Learning
AI Strategy and Governance (2026)
University of Pennsylvania
Prompt Engineering for Generative AI (2025)
LinkedIn Learning
AI Literacy Education Program (2025)
Center for Equity and Excellence in Teaching and Learning
Artificial Intelligence Explorations for Educators (2024)
International Society for Technology in Education
Teaching the Impact of the Gold Rush on Native Americans of CA: A Source Investigation (2024)
Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian
Data Informed Teaching and Learning: Certified CEETL Equity Fellow (2024)
Center for Equity and Excellence in Teaching and Learning
Excellence in Online Pedagogies (2024)
Center for Equity and Excellence in Teaching and Learning
Equity-Minded Pedagogy CoP (2024)
Center for Equity and Excellence in Teaching and Learning
Courses Taught
Hum 130: Major Works: Literature and art inspired by WWI and the lost generation
Hum 220: Values and Culture: Existentialism across cultures
Hum 225: Values in American Life: 20th - 21st C perspectives on the concept of the "American Dream"
Hum 340: Bay Area Culture: Cultural shifts in the Bay Area from the Gold Rush to today
Hum 376: San Francisco: The risk-taking spirit of San Francisco, from its founding to today
Hum 425: Thought and Image: Seeing history through superheroes, political cartoons and propaganda
LS 200: Self, Place and Knowing: Mapping San Francisco history and culture through murals
LS 402: Human Rights Education Today: Human Rights Education for teachers and community
LBS 4560: Academic Literacy Skills: Foundational skills in reading, research, writing, computer literacy, and building a system of peer support.
LBS 2340: Multicultural Public Art, San Francisco: Cultural, historical, social context for community and municipal murals in San Francisco.
Affiliations and Awards
Editorial Freelancers Association
San Francisco School Volunteers
Shakespeare Association of America
Shakespeare Institute Alumni Association
Center for Equity and Excellence in Teaching and Learning, Equity Fellow
SF State University Alumni Association
Golden Key Honor Society