My Experience

Specialties include travel writing and success profiles.

Clients include AAA Travel, Pace Communications, Walden University.

Editor | writer | Word Nerd

Freelance travel writer


lesley Tkaczyk Miller

Market America Worldwide | SHOP.COM

Editorial Manger, Creative Services

Associate Editorial Manager

Editor/Copywriter

  • Assigned and edited five departments for AAA Traveler, a bi-monthly travel marketing magazine
  • Wrote destination articles, cruise and tour descriptions, travel partner sales aids and more
  • Selected and managed freelance writers, assigning articles, creating contracts and maintaining relationships
  • Served as acting managing editor to create and monitor production schedules of 10 overlapping projects to ensure on-time completion
  • Confirmed absolute accuracy as fact-checking manager of copy and maps
  • Crafted marketing strategy in collaboration with client during issue planning; brainstormed targeted content ideas to execute those loyalty program goals
  • Conducted research for story development, including monitoring industry news and travel trends
  • Served as lead editor and client contact for Navigator, a vacation guide included within each issue to help readers find and book the right trip
  • Developed efficient processes to coordinate and track workflow and issue progress throughout the creative production and printing process
  • Proofread, copyedited and revised layouts during review rounds
  • Processed contributor invoices and maintained budgetary records
  • Launched and managed editorial internship program
  • Coordinated content audit to develop magazine content index; responsible for database management


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Managing Editor

Pace Communications

Associate Editor, AAA Travel NCNU

Assistant Editor, AAA Travel NCNU

During my 10 years with Market America, I was promoted twice in recognition of my innovative ideas, strong work ethic and understanding of the company’s vision. I evaluated and adjusted our editorial processes to ensure creative integrity and excellence. One process improvement saved our department more than $25,000.

  • Managed workload of six full-time editors, providing mentorship to boost content quality
  • Scheduled production of seven internationally distributed, bi-monthly magazines and eight weekly newsletters
  • Reviewed and adjusted publishing processes to create efficient workflows
  • Led ideation and story development to establish editorial calendars for all versions of the magazine
  • Maintained content style guide to ensure strong brand voice and tone in all materials
  • Wrote well-researched articles, ads, whitepapers, press releases, blogs, annual reports and CEO messages

My Skills

 

Travel Writing

Content Strategy

Copy Editing

AP Style

Editorial Calendar Development

Project Management

Process Improvement

Magazine Management

Marketing

Branding

Client Communication



My Education


BACHELOR OF ARTS, Journalism

Elon University








As lead editor responsible for the content strategy of the news organization, I have expanded and optimized our content to create 14% YOY page view growth, reaching more than one million each month. Average unique monthly users have increased by 12% over the same period.

  • Assign and edit all articles to ensure timely publication of content that balances news with thought-leadership on topics related to the future of work: technology, business strategy, career growth, digital nomads, and more
  • Lead a global, remote team of 20 editors and writers to produce high-quality, well-researched articles that deliver actionable advice to our audience of business leaders
  • Identify content gaps and develop innovative approaches to maximize coverage without budgetary impact
  • Maintain high editorial standards by reviewing all articles for errors, omissions, AP Style, accuracy and alignment with our content strategy
  • Monitor content performance, publication calendar and workflow to deliver on strategic goals
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to drive key business initiatives and revenue growth