About Me

Hey! I'm Michelle McLean.

Content Creator
Copywriter
Keyword Analyst

I'm what you would call a jill of all trades. Not only have I been a professional writer for over six years, but I have successfully completed a wide range of jobs, including but not limited to: creative and SEO-related administrative, community impact coordination, editing, grant writing, and marketing. Other than tackling tasks relative to my career field, I dabble in a myriad of hobbies: programming (Python), painting, fiction writing, PC construction, piano playing, cooking, and video games. I strive for improving my skillset every day.

Data Analysis and Evaluation

95%

Web Content Creation

90%

Copywriting

95%

CMS

90%

HTML, CSS, Python

40%

SEO

75%

Administrative

95%

Social Media Marketing

70%

MeetEdgar, Hootsuite

85%

Adobe Creative Cloud

40%

My Services

Below you can find all the services I offer. Rates are negotiable, depending on the project, tasks, and length of the partnership (long-term is a preference), but I usually (exclusions may apply) charge a minimum of $200 per day, $20 an hour, or $0.20 per word.

Data Analysis and Evaluation

Need a critical eye? How about someone who's there to fact check documents? Look no further.

SEO

From keyword scraping to monitoring traffic, there are plenty of basic SEO services I can utilize to improve your standings. Google Analystics, SEMRush, Mint, and Alexa? I know 'em.

Media Marketing

I have a natural knack of naturally blending prominent keywords in your articles. And social media? I got ya covered with Twitter and Facebook experience.

Editing

Need a second pair of eyes or a fact-checking? I have full understanding, as well as experience, of MLA and APA writing formats.

Copywriting and Content Creation

Rewriting, researching, and analyzing are my strongest abilities, all of which can be applied to copywriting and content creation. I will update your content appropriately as well as write articles and other captivating, written works with naturally-placed keywords.

Administrative Tasks

If you're in need of someone who ties up loose ends for you when you don't have the time, then I'm your gal. I have completed many types of administrative tasks, ranging from data entry to keyword searching and designing featured images for articles.

7800

Working Hours

2334

Completed Projects

13

No. of Clients

55

No. of Connections

Education and Experience

A timeline of the universities I've attended and the job titles I've held can be found below:

Studied at the University of Maine at Farmington

Bachelors in Arts Administration

Courses include: art history, art theory, drawing, social entrepreneurship, human resources management, grant writing, and marketing. Worked in IT for three years at the college under work study program and web design for one year.

Studied at the University of Southern New Hampshire

Masters in English and Creative Writing

Studied several genres of fiction, screenplay writing, pedagogy, editing, and analysis.

2012 - 2014

Columnist, Editor, and Tutor

Spent three years throughout graduate school writing for Destructoid and Gamer Escape. Edited a novel in a span of six months for a startup publisher, to satisfactory results. Tutored several students and adults in the topics of English, Algebra, and Resume Writing via Tutor.com.

2014 - Current

Writer, Lead Writer

Accepted the role of writer for Aurora Digital Studios, specifically Gamerz Unite, though I worked on several sibling sites, including WSM Tactical, the official Aurora Digital Studios Website, and Preps Life. Became the lead writer and editor within a few months after hiring, bringing in a sharp 300 percent increase in traffic. Have also connected with several talents in the gaming industry, including the chief game designer of Codemaster's Dirt Rally, Paul Coleman, Pokemon: Symphonic Evolution's producer and composer Jeron Moore and Chad Seiter (respectively), Wailing Heights' creator Scott Grandison, and more.

2015 - 2016

Freelance Writer, Editor-in-Chief

Obtained the role of business writer for a startup indie game-focused crowdfunding company, EquityArcade. Produced three-to-four well-researched op-eds weekly, proactively suggesting topics and helping teammates. Promoted to Editor-in-Chief, effectively replacing the previous Editor-in-Chief, in June 2015, eight months after being brought on board. Edited articles via WordPress, provided feedback to writers, and ensured all quality articles were accurately promoted on social media platforms via Hootsuite. Retained job with one other colleague during company-wide layoffs. Produced, edited, and marketed three articles daily.

2016 - Current

Community Impact Coordinator, Freelance Writer, Administrative Assistant and Marketer

Hired by Authority Web, LLC to copywrite hundreds of articles and create new articles for MoneySavingPro.com. During a lull period in 2017, accepted the role of Community Impact Coordinator for United Way of Dutchess-Orange County. Worked with dozens of organizations to impact the local community during the stint with the nonprofit. Additionally, changed original role's duties from administrative to include grant-writing, content creation, and editing. Tasks included: attending site visits, acting as representative for several events, writing two grants, editing RFPs and other documents, creating press releases, developing site visit "stories," and more. Once the position ended due to lack of funding, I went back to MoneySavingPro - now performing SEO, design, and marketing tasks, as well as developing articles for the company's client, Brett Steinberg Law.

I'm available for job opportunities and freelancing.

Hire Me!

My Work

Here lies a showcase of only my best work. Interested in more samples? Feel free to contact me or visit my blog.

Interviews

Interview: Chad Seiter and Jeron Moore

OpEd

Should Journalists Be Held to a Higher Level of Skill?

OpEd

The Bully: How Fallout Took Everyone's Lunch

OpEd

The Addicted Gamer: Who's Really at Fault?

Blog

Injured on a Cruise Ship? Seek Help from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Informational

How Much Data Do You Need?

My Employers/Clients

Ethan

"I am writing to recommend Michelle McLean, who I have had the pleasure of working with as a Staff Writer for MoneySavingPro. As the Managing Editor, I was Michelle’s direct supervisor at MoneySavingPro, and during that time, we worked together closely. Her mastery in writing, and ceaseless energy never ceased to amaze me. During the time Michelle and I have worked together, I have witnessed the incredible growth she has contributed to MoneySavingPro. Michelle excelled due to her proficiency in writing, an eye for detail, and dedication to syntax. Her quick turnaround on assignments established her as the most prolific writer at MoneySavingPro, ascribed to her passion and energy to produce high-quality copy. Her incredible adaptability to confidently and competently write on over a dozen different subjects was and continues to be impressive. Michelle is also candid about her weak points, but works avidly to improve upon them. With Michelle’s proficiency, versatility, and dedication, she will make an excellent writer for your company. I have no doubt you will be exceptionally pleased if you hire her."

David

Aurora Digital Studios

"Michelle has worked on a variety of web sites of mine dating back to the fall of 2014. Her role has been mainly in editorial capacity while also doing a lot of SEO and Social Media/Marketing work over that time. Her strong areas are being both a great Writer and Copy Editor in my opinion. Her role with Gamerz Unite is the largest in which she has the role of being the Lead Writer and has the responsibility of Quality Assurance for all other Writers' articles. I would highly recommend Michelle for any Writing, SEO, and Social Media-related position."

Aaron

EquityArcade

"As an employee at EquityArcade, Michelle was responsible, efficient, and timely with her work. She is a quality candidate."

Contact Me!

You've waded through my profile, so by now you're hopefully interested in what I can offer your company. Feel free to contact me using the methods below (note: I am available for calls between 9am and 6pm CST).

Phone Number

two zero seven - two four eight - seven three zero nine

Email

michelle@mmclean-media.com

Location

Kansas City, MO

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About Me

Hey! I'm Michelle McLean.

My Services

Data Analysis and Evaluation

SEO

Media Marketing

Editing

Copywriting and Content Creation

Administrative Tasks

7800

2334

13

55

Education and Experience

Bachelors in Arts Administration

Masters in English and Creative Writing

Columnist, Editor, and Tutor

Writer, Lead Writer

Freelance Writer, Editor-in-Chief

Community Impact Coordinator, Freelance Writer, Administrative Assistant and Marketer

I'm available for job opportunities and freelancing.

My Work

Interview: Chad Seiter and Jeron Moore

Should Journalists Be Held to a Higher Level of Skill?

The Bully: How Fallout Took Everyone's Lunch

The Addicted Gamer: Who's Really at Fault?

Injured on a Cruise Ship? Seek Help from a Personal Injury Lawyer

How Much Data Do You Need?

My Employers/Clients

Contact Me!