Melissa Diskin
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Kevin Morton
Based on the very positive experience we had working with Melissa on her first engagement, I have hired her for a series of additional projects, all of which she has simply done a great job. Besides the ability to produce high quality Information Architecture deliverables which is obviously mandatory, Melissa's excellent interpersonal skills gives her the ability to quickly form solid working relationships with the diverse team members involved in our projects (both our internal as well as our end-customer's business and technical resources) and makes her both highly effective AND fun to work with. A great combination! I would highly recommend Melissa without hestitation and wish her all the best.
Kevin Morton
Based on the very positive experience we had working with Melissa on her first engagement, I have hired her for a series of additional projects, all of which she has simply done a great job. Besides the ability to produce high quality Information Architecture deliverables which is obviously mandatory, Melissa's excellent interpersonal skills gives her the ability to quickly form solid working relationships with the diverse team members involved in our projects (both our internal as well as our end-customer's business and technical resources) and makes her both highly effective AND fun to work with. A great combination! I would highly recommend Melissa without hestitation and wish her all the best.
Kevin Morton
Based on the very positive experience we had working with Melissa on her first engagement, I have hired her for a series of additional projects, all of which she has simply done a great job. Besides the ability to produce high quality Information Architecture deliverables which is obviously mandatory, Melissa's excellent interpersonal skills gives her the ability to quickly form solid working relationships with the diverse team members involved in our projects (both our internal as well as our end-customer's business and technical resources) and makes her both highly effective AND fun to work with. A great combination! I would highly recommend Melissa without hestitation and wish her all the best.
Kevin Morton
Based on the very positive experience we had working with Melissa on her first engagement, I have hired her for a series of additional projects, all of which she has simply done a great job. Besides the ability to produce high quality Information Architecture deliverables which is obviously mandatory, Melissa's excellent interpersonal skills gives her the ability to quickly form solid working relationships with the diverse team members involved in our projects (both our internal as well as our end-customer's business and technical resources) and makes her both highly effective AND fun to work with. A great combination! I would highly recommend Melissa without hestitation and wish her all the best.
Experience
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Hotels at Home
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United States
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Retail
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100 - 200 Employee
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Content Writer
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Aug 2020 - Present
Research, interview, and write brand-related content for a new site launch directed at hosts of short-term rentals. Research, interview, and write brand-related content for a new site launch directed at hosts of short-term rentals.
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NBCUniversal
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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700 & Above Employee
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Freelance Writer
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Jul 2018 - Aug 2020
Researched, interviewed and wrote several golf-adjacent pieces aimed at fashion, travel, hospitality, and luxury goods. Researched, interviewed and wrote several golf-adjacent pieces aimed at fashion, travel, hospitality, and luxury goods.
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Ghost Blogger
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Apr 2016 - Sep 2016
The first rule of ghost blogging: Don't talk about ghost blogging. The first rule of ghost blogging: Don't talk about ghost blogging.
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Freelance Writer
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2010 - 2016
Focused biweekly newsletter pieces for Vera Wang partners (Wedgwood, Bloomingdales, Macys, etc) Focused biweekly newsletter pieces for Vera Wang partners (Wedgwood, Bloomingdales, Macys, etc)
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Good Habit
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United States
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Food and Beverage Services
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Writer
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Aug 2014 - Nov 2014
I had loads of fun this fall writing copy for Good Habit Box -- a new snack box subscription designed for working professionals and people who are constantly on the go. If you forget to eat meals, suffer from the 4pm slump, or find yourself hauling kids and gear from soccer to dance to school and home, this is the snack box for you. Dump the Skittles out of your drawer, and stock these yummy, healthy snacks instead! (With gorgeous teas to enjoy as well.) Check it out at https://www.goodhabitbox.com Show less
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Veilability
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Australia
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Technology, Information and Internet
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1 - 100 Employee
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Freelance Writer
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May 2013 - Sep 2014
Veilability is every bride's dream: a fun, easy search engine that lets you refine your wedding and reception needs and book them in one swoop. I developed comprehensive copy for Veilability's site (http://www.veilability.com.au/) as well as specific client outreach campaigns and blog posts. It's an Aussie-only site now, but is set to take the world by storm. Veilability is every bride's dream: a fun, easy search engine that lets you refine your wedding and reception needs and book them in one swoop. I developed comprehensive copy for Veilability's site (http://www.veilability.com.au/) as well as specific client outreach campaigns and blog posts. It's an Aussie-only site now, but is set to take the world by storm.
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Jaipur Rugs
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India
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Textile Manufacturing
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400 - 500 Employee
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Freelance Copywriter
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2014 - 2014
Creative catalog copy for branded & unbranded collections as well as social media feeds. Creative catalog copy for branded & unbranded collections as well as social media feeds.
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Energy BBDO
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United States
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Advertising Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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Freelance Writer
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Jun 2013 - Dec 2013
Wrote articles and newsletter content for Right@Home.com, SCJohnson's site for all things home-related. Developed editorial calendar & site-focused client presentations. Wrote articles and newsletter content for Right@Home.com, SCJohnson's site for all things home-related. Developed editorial calendar & site-focused client presentations.
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The Taubman Company
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United States
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Real Estate
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300 - 400 Employee
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Social Media Writer
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Nov 2011 - May 2012
Social Media Writer -- wrote Facebook posts and tweets (3 a day) for 2 luxury malls in Detroit and Beverly Hills. I turned boring bullets into bright, sparkling copy! Social Media Writer -- wrote Facebook posts and tweets (3 a day) for 2 luxury malls in Detroit and Beverly Hills. I turned boring bullets into bright, sparkling copy!
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Freelance Writer
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Sep 2011 - Dec 2011
Currently writing edgy taglines for Nine West advertising. Best summed up by, as I told my editor there: "I am going to hell for some of these." Currently writing edgy taglines for Nine West advertising. Best summed up by, as I told my editor there: "I am going to hell for some of these."
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Freelance Copywriter
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Jun 2007 - 2011
Freelance Copywriter for Magnetic North (Manchester, UK): Appletiser, Kelloggs, Special K, FruitaBu, Nature's Pleasure Freelance Copywriter for Magnetic North (Manchester, UK): Appletiser, Kelloggs, Special K, FruitaBu, Nature's Pleasure
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Freelance Writer
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Nov 2010 - Nov 2010
Wrote fun copy for 10th Anniversary catalog! Wrote fun copy for 10th Anniversary catalog!
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Director of Operations
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Mar 2010 - Jun 2010
CityMommy.com -- an oasis of information for moms of families of all shapes and sizes. Post advice on the CM Message Board, find destinations, preschools and products in the Directory, and look up fun Events for you and your kids! CityMommy.com -- an oasis of information for moms of families of all shapes and sizes. Post advice on the CM Message Board, find destinations, preschools and products in the Directory, and look up fun Events for you and your kids!
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Writer
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2005 - 2010
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WeightWatchers
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Writer
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Aug 2009 - Nov 2009
Wrote 6 small books on topics including weight loss, healthy eating habits, and fitness. Wrote 6 small books on topics including weight loss, healthy eating habits, and fitness.
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Freelance Writer
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Sep 2006 - Jan 2009
Contributed restaurant reviews, book reviews, and Atlanta-area culture pieces Contributed restaurant reviews, book reviews, and Atlanta-area culture pieces
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Freelance Information Architect & Writer
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May 2009 - 2009
Currently creating Information Architecture and writing extensive copy for a full redesign of FSG Wealth Management's website. Currently creating Information Architecture and writing extensive copy for a full redesign of FSG Wealth Management's website.
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Enterpulse
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Information Architect
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Apr 2005 - Nov 2008
Enterprise Web Portal development: I've helped design portal interfaces for ADTRAN, Blue Cross Blue Shield, BellSouth, Cingular, Delta Dental, Rheem, and other clients. Engagements have been long-term, with extensive communication with clients, heavy meeting rotations, massive information architecture deliverables, and finely-detailed architecture and content management structures. Enterprise Web Portal development: I've helped design portal interfaces for ADTRAN, Blue Cross Blue Shield, BellSouth, Cingular, Delta Dental, Rheem, and other clients. Engagements have been long-term, with extensive communication with clients, heavy meeting rotations, massive information architecture deliverables, and finely-detailed architecture and content management structures.
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Blogger and Atlanta Local Scout
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Sep 2007 - Aug 2008
Daily blogger for Brides.com as the Atlanta Local Scout -- researching, interviewing and writing on the hottest bridal topics hitting the national and local scene Daily blogger for Brides.com as the Atlanta Local Scout -- researching, interviewing and writing on the hottest bridal topics hitting the national and local scene
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Equifax
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United States
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Information Architect
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Jun 2004 - Apr 2005
IA for a fantastic team of in-house user interface experts User Interface Design for a suite of interrelated credit products (ScoreWatch, HomeValuator, Credit Reports) Monitored and improved Web stats for Equifax online products and other areas of the site IA for a fantastic team of in-house user interface experts User Interface Design for a suite of interrelated credit products (ScoreWatch, HomeValuator, Credit Reports) Monitored and improved Web stats for Equifax online products and other areas of the site
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DEFINITION 6
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United States
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Advertising Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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Information Architect
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2003 - 2004
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Philips
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Netherlands
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Information Architect
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2001 - 2002
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Macquarium
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Design Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sr. Information Architect
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2000 - 2001
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Georgia Institute of Technology
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Program specialist
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1997 - 2000
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Education
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1998 - 2000
Georgia Institute of Technology
partial M.S., Information Design and Technology -
1988 - 1995
University of Georgia
B.A., English
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