California State University Long Beach - English
Creative Editor; MFA Writing, Fiction
Higher Education
Cassady
Ozimec
Long Beach, California
I am a writer experienced in digital marketing, technical copywriting and editorial production. I work in the outdoor industry as part of a best-in-class editorial team where I hold the title of Creative Editor. I have a background in creative writing and english education, and formerly taught Creative Writing: Fiction to undergraduates at California State University at Long Beach. I have a passion for language, writing, communication and ideas. One of my greatest strengths is my ability to process complex topics and concepts into accessible and informative language to bridge the divide between experts and enthusiasts.
Teaching Associate
Instructor of English 205: Introduction to Creative Writing, Fiction
Creative Editor
I am tasked with the creation of editorial, product and marketing content related to Surfline’s content franchises, marketing missions, and production schedule. I ideate and produce content that drives new user engagement, existing user re-engagement, conversion and premium user retention to Surfline products, while promoting overall brand value to a wider audience.
What I do:
- Provide technical writing for on-product components and features
- Produce content for marketing and product launch campaigns, including: landing pages, copywriting, tutorials, and articles
- Create original editorial articles for free and Premium audiences
- Assist in the migration and optimization of legacy content for SEO
- Oversee publishing tools both on-product and on off-product community platforms (Apple News, AMP, WordPress, Disqus)
- Assist in the promotional operations of produced content (social media, email, on-product placements)
Social Media Manager
Developed company social media strategies, implemented publishing best practices across all company social properties. Achieved cumulative 300% audience growth across 20+ social channels during 2 year tenure in role.
Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
Creative Writing
B.A. English/ Spanish Minor
Creative Writing; Spanish
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The CJ and Damien Hobgood biopic is finally here — and it’s rad.
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