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Brian J. Vargo

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Escondido, CA 92027

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brianjosephvargo AT gmail DOT com

Objective

To secure a position that allows me to contribute positively to the growth and success of my employer; to enter into a challenging career that allows me to be creative and to think critically while building upon my existing skill set

Skills

I have extensive experience in copy editing, the development of online marketing strategies, writing for both lay and professional audiences, and teaching English composition. I am proficient in MS Word, Excel, Dreamweaver, and Basecamp, and am quite familiar with HTML. My particular expertise lies in Search Engine Optimization (SEO).


Experience

Einstein Industries, Inc., San Diego, CA		May 2004-November 2010
Editorial Manager
Reviewed, edited, and critically commented upon copy developed by staff writers for plastic surgery, ophthalmology, dentistry, legal, and other professional websites; co-managed a staff of up to 40 writers; interviewed and participated in hiring decisions regarding prospective writers; developed and edited content for Einstein's corporate websites; developed press releases, articles, and blog entries for company; trained new hires in company systems, writing standards, and policies; developed training materials for content development department; conducted Search Engine Optimization (SEO) audits of websites; helped to establish company's SEO best practices; for two years, was solely responsible for on-page SEO quality assurance

Converse International School of Languages, San Diego, CA		June 2000-May 2004
Teacher
Taught English as a Second Language (ESL) at all levels (from beginning ESL to advanced); taught Business English, Cambridge Prep, TOEFL, and Conversational English courses

The Personal Learning Assistance Center at Miramar College, Mira Mesa, CA		January 1992-December 2000
Lead Tutor
Tutored Miramar College students in English, ESL, Music Theory, and Psychology; conducted workshops in composition

Freelance, San Diego, CA		2007-present
Writer
Develop content for blogs, web pages, and other marketing materials; provide on-page search engine optimization (SEO)


Education

San Diego State University, San Diego, CA		May 1998
Bachelor's - English

References Available Upon Request