Alexa Schmidt
An expert in writing, editing, and the world of book publishing, dedicated to making the world of books a more diverse, inclusive place and helping authors reach their writing goals.
Education
University of Oregon: BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ENGLISH
– Minor in Writing, Public Speaking, and Critical Reasoning
University of Denver: GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN BOOK PUBLISHING
Portland State University: MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BOOK PUBLISHING, 2022
Experience
Editorial Intern at Beaufort Books – Sept. 2023 to present
Senior Communication Analyst at Foureyes – 2021 to present
Communication Analyst – 2020 to 2021
Staff Member at Ooligan Press – 2021 to 2022
Assistant Property Manager at Ducks Village Apartments – 2019 to 2020
Leasing Coordinator – 2018 to 2019
Brand Ambassador – 2017 to 2018
Summer Crew – 2017
Skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and WordPress
- HTML and XML type coding
- Working knowledge of the Chicago Manual of Style
- Content and developmental editing
- Technical, editorial, and argumentative writing
- Copyediting and proofreading
- Creating engaging content using Canva
- Creating premium and alluring content on platforms such as Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and Snapchat
- Excellent at working in both remote/virtual and team environments
- Highly organized, utilizing schedules and planners for projects
- Detail-oriented, with the ability to compile needed information accurately and quickly