Hello! My name is Marisa. I am a content writer and creative professional who understands how the major search engines work and what people are searching for when they visit particular websites. My job is to ensure that my clients’ content is relevant enough to create interest for consumers. I have a number of skills including: + Excellent overall writing skills in a number of different styles/tones + Impeccable spelling and grammar + A deep understanding of consumers and what motivates them online + Great research, organizational, and learning skills + High comprehension of software like Microsoft Word and Google Docs + Familiarity with keyword placement and other SEO best practices + Experience with online marketing and lead generation + An understanding of formatting articles on the web I am a passionate learner as I write about a variety of topics and types of businesses. My ability to take complex information and turn it into an easy-to-understand copy is an essential aspect of any project. I work with clients in order to determine how to bring the greatest possible benefit to potential readers. This requires thoughtful conversations with my clients and extensive research to locate the best possible information. Being able to understand business models and my client’s overall goals are also important, which makes superior communication a necessity. There are a number of different tasks I am able to tackle, including but not limited to: + Blogs and news articles + Social media posts + Content for banners + Product descriptions + Case studies, whitepapers, and e-books + Company bios + Landing pages I am also able to handle more advanced tasks like technical writing and explainer/video scripts. I spent 10 years at Microsoft as a Program Manager leading teams of 5-30 people in providing white-glove support for Windows Developers. My background includes marketing, public relations, search optimization, and business strategy. I look forward to working with you!