Matt Thomas 🥁

Owner at Perfect Prose Writing & Editing
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Calgary, Alberta, Canada, CA

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Hasan Abdallah °

Hopped on a quick call over my content with Matt. He helped me make my offer and message more clear. He audited my page and content, and made me realise things I hadn't before. His content skills are up there, would recommend

Zsike Peter 🧛🏻‍♀️

As a fellow creator on LinkedIn, I've been following Matt's work for a while now. His insights and expertise have been a goldmine of learning, and I've seen my writing improve in leaps and bounds, almost unwittingly. In the world of content creation, where words are the currency and creativity the driving force, Matt stands out as a true master of his craft. He's not just a copywriter, he's a mentor and a guide for creators and writers seeking to reach perfection. If you're a creator or writer on LinkedIn, here's why you need Matt on your team: ⭐ Expert guidance - it’s clear from everything he shares on LinkedIn, Matt knows the ins and outs of content creation. He can guide you through the maze of writing, helping you sidestep common errors and seize golden opportunities. ⭐ Hands-on help - Matt isn't just about giving advice; he's about getting his hands dirty. He's there to provide feedback, make improvements, and ensure your content is as compelling as a page-turner novel. ⭐ Skill development - Matt's mission goes beyond improving your content; he's 100% dedicated to enhancing your skills. He's committed to teaching you the art of writing, transforming you from a budding writer into a master wordsmith. ⭐ Lead generation and client acquisition - good writing isn't just about expression, it's about persuasion. With Matt's guidance, you'll learn how to write in a way that attracts leads and lands clients, turning your words into a powerful business tool. But don't let his professional prowess overshadow his cool factor. Outside of the writing arena, Matt is as cool as they come. He can play a set of drums like he's headlining a rock concert. So, if you're a creator or writer looking to elevate your content from ordinary to extraordinary, Matt is your go-to guy. 😃 He's got the skills, the experience, and the wit to guide you on your journey. And who knows? With Matt's help, you might just find that creating content is as exhilarating as headlining that rock concert. Keep up the fantastic work, Matt 😊

Adriana Tica

Matt is not a writer. He's an analytical thinker who happens to be good with words too. This is a very, very rare breed -- I should know, I spent the last 10 years scouring the internet for people like him and it's one of the hardest things I've ever done. He's the needle in the huge haystack so if you stumble upon his profile, congratulations! You've hit the jackpot! A lot of people can write pretty words that read well. But can they align them to reader intent? To your business goals? Can they teach you how to approach effective writing? Matt can! He knows how to make words work FOR you. Follow him, read his posts, download his carousels or, better yet, hire him to coach you on how to put those words to work!

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Experience

    • Canada
    • Writing and Editing
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Owner
      • Mar 2010 - Present

      I’m Matt Thomas, owner of Perfect Prose Writing & Editing. Nice to meet you! For the past 12 years, I’ve worked as a self-employed consultant across multiple industries for some great companies. My biggest strength as a writer/editor is my ability to ask the right questions to capture your story and expertise, then deliver it in a way that speaks to your audience. Here’s a quick list of some of the things I can help you with: • Copywriting for your website, business, product, or LinkedIn bio • Technical Writing / Documentation • Comprehensive review of your website and feedback on your site copy, any errors, and usability/navigation/user experience feedback • Professional Editing (Structural, Stylistic, Technical) and Proofreading • Writing Courses / Training material Show less

    • Canada
    • Utilities
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Salesforce Training Content Developer
      • May 2021 - Sep 2021

      • Worked with ATCO SMEs to develop Salesforce Trailhead modules and training content for ATCO’s Home Happiness Advisors • Organized 160 units into modules and prioritized them, based on impact to advisors • Updated older ATCO documentation to align with new processes and procedures in Salesforce • Collaborated with key stakeholders to develop training plan and prioritize training content development • Worked with ATCO SMEs to develop Salesforce Trailhead modules and training content for ATCO’s Home Happiness Advisors • Organized 160 units into modules and prioritized them, based on impact to advisors • Updated older ATCO documentation to align with new processes and procedures in Salesforce • Collaborated with key stakeholders to develop training plan and prioritize training content development

    • Canada
    • Oil and Gas
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Technical Writer/QA Lead, National Learning & Development
      • Jan 2018 - Feb 2021

      • QA Lead/Technical Writer/Editor, for the National Learning & Development team at Parkland Fuel Corporation • Worked with SMEs to develop eLearning courses, reference documentation, and training materials/programs • Performed QA review/editing for all work produced by a 10-person team • Reviewed all eLearning courses and provided writers and eLearning developers with feedback/changes to be made • Reviewed and revised course exam questions and knowledge checks • Ensured that all material developed and released to the organization by our team aligned with all internal standards and had a consistent ‘voice’ • Designed instructional methods and activities for Parkland’s internal training programs and courses • Developed training, courses, and provided QA support to other departments and projects, as required Show less

    • Canada
    • Utilities
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Technical Writer, Outage Management System Implementation, Phase 1
      • Mar 2017 - Dec 2017

      • Technical writer on Phase 1 of ENMAX Power Corporation’s Outage Management System (OMS) project • Developed all software documentation and reference materials for the implementation of General Electric's ALSTOM e-Terra Outage Management System (software used to manage all electrical distribution and system outages for the whole city of Calgary) • Worked with subject matter and technical experts to capture and document system operator processes and procedures • Created iOS software documentation for CLEVEST Workbook (mobile workforce management iPad application) • Developed training questions, exercises and answer keys • Managed document control, distribution, and revisions for all OMS documentation Show less

    • Canada
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Technical Writer/QA Reviewer
      • Jul 2016 - Feb 2017

      • Developed internal eLearning courses for TransCanada Pipelines from an initial outline to finished courses working closely with subject matter and technical experts • Performed QA reviews and revisions to a number of TransCanada online courses • Developed and implemented consistent templates and standards for formatting and style of TransCanada documents • Developed internal eLearning courses for TransCanada Pipelines from an initial outline to finished courses working closely with subject matter and technical experts • Performed QA reviews and revisions to a number of TransCanada online courses • Developed and implemented consistent templates and standards for formatting and style of TransCanada documents

    • Canada
    • Oil and Gas
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Technical Writer/Editor, Corporate Health & Safety
      • Nov 2012 - Mar 2015

      • Worked with the Vice President of Corporate HSE & Quality and other subject matter experts to create an HSE reference manual, consisting of multiple Health and Safety practices • Created standardized templates for various Sanjel corporate documentation, including Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) practices, Corporate Standards, Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) • Edited and revised a variety of detailed technical documentation (maintenance manuals, technical training programs, business processes, engineering procedures) • Standardized and edited other documents, including corporate standards/policies, emergency response plans (ERPs), training documentation and safety alerts • Provided documentation support to multiple departments (HR, Finance, Maintenance, Corporate HSE & Quality, Supply Chain, Training & Development, Transportation) and Sanjel companies (MacBain, Terracor, SureTech) Show less

    • Canada
    • Oil and Gas
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Training Content Developer
      • Mar 2012 - May 2012

      • Developed training content for Primavera P6 project management software using Oracle User Productivity Kit (UPK) • Collaborated with technical and subject matter experts to identify software features, user profiles, business needs, and system configuration details • Performed QA reviews of team members’ content to ensure adherence to project and company standards • Developed training content for Primavera P6 project management software using Oracle User Productivity Kit (UPK) • Collaborated with technical and subject matter experts to identify software features, user profiles, business needs, and system configuration details • Performed QA reviews of team members’ content to ensure adherence to project and company standards

    • Canada
    • Utilities
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Technical Writer/Editor
      • Nov 2011 - Mar 2012

      • Contract position with ENMAX's Generation and Wholesale Energy division • Collaborated with subject matter experts and engineering staff to create and revise business process documentation • Created desktop guides and work instruction documents for ENMAX employees • Performed Quality Analysis on revised documents to ensure compliance with ENMAX standards • Contract position with ENMAX's Generation and Wholesale Energy division • Collaborated with subject matter experts and engineering staff to create and revise business process documentation • Created desktop guides and work instruction documents for ENMAX employees • Performed Quality Analysis on revised documents to ensure compliance with ENMAX standards

    • Canada
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Technical Writer, Animal Care Protocols
      • Feb 2011 - Jun 2011

      • Developed comprehensive animal care protocols for lions, tigers and gorillas at the Calgary Zoo • Created document templates to be used throughout the zoo for all animal care protocols • Documented policies and created a basic document management system/protocol • Worked with subject matter experts to document processes and policies • Trained staff on updating existing and creating new animal protocols • Developed comprehensive animal care protocols for lions, tigers and gorillas at the Calgary Zoo • Created document templates to be used throughout the zoo for all animal care protocols • Documented policies and created a basic document management system/protocol • Worked with subject matter experts to document processes and policies • Trained staff on updating existing and creating new animal protocols

    • Canada
    • Banking
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Technical Writer
      • Aug 2010 - Nov 2010

      • Worked for Deloitte Consulting on ATB Financial’s CORE Project: the first SAP-based banking system deployed in North America • Created training materials in the form of modules, participant guides and PowerPoint presentations • Worked with subject matter experts to develop and revise course materials • Worked for Deloitte Consulting on ATB Financial’s CORE Project: the first SAP-based banking system deployed in North America • Created training materials in the form of modules, participant guides and PowerPoint presentations • Worked with subject matter experts to develop and revise course materials

    • Canada
    • Oil and Gas
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Technical Writer/Editor
      • Mar 2010 - Jun 2010

      • Worked with a team of other technical writers on the creation, conversion and revision of over 500 SAP business process procedures (BPPs) • Executed transactions in SAP R/3 and documented them in the form of business procedures using RWD uPerform software • Interviewed subject matter experts to document processes and capture context • Revised and edited documents, based on feedback from subject matter experts • Performed quality assurance edits and updated documents to reflect project standards Show less

Education

  • University of Calgary
    Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
    1998 - 2003
  • Mount Royal University
    Certificate, Professional Editing
    2021 - 2022
  • Mount Royal University
    Certificate, Technical Writing
    2008 - 2009

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