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Morgan Mullin

7547 Bloomfield Ave, Montreal,QC

Summary

Experienced in managing multiple assignments and writers, consistently meeting deadlines. Served as a jury member for the esteemed Polaris Music Prize, Canada's most prestigious music award, developing a keen sense for upcoming music and entertainment industry trends. Possessing a sharp eye for detail and strong communication skills, excels in translating complex information into engaging copy. Possessing intermediate French fluency in both written and spoken communication.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelancer

Various Publications
08.2023 - Current
  • Writing dozens of original reported pieces for Maclean's, The Globe & Mail, CBC Arts, Yahoo! Canada and Chatelaine in a variety of formats—all while working within a range of publication tones
  • Pitching ideas and communicating remotely with editors to deliver timely, quality content proven to drive traffic
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high level of attention to detail and organization

Deputy Editor

The Coast
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Led team of 10 reporters, editing their work for publication tone and style on tight turnarounds
  • Collaborated with writers to refine article ideas, resulting in engaging and thought-provoking content
  • Enhanced publication quality by implementing rigorous editing and proofreading processes
  • Reported directly to Editor In Chief

Arts & Entertainment Editor

The Coast
08.2019 - 01.2023
  • Considered, solicited and developed 10 pitches per week
  • Managed editorial calendar to maintain a steady flow of fresh content while adhering to strict deadlines
  • Contributed to an increase in website traffic by consistently producing high-quality content that resonated with readers—over 900 stories in all with original research, writing and editing
  • Liaised with design team to actualize projects from print layout to online format to social media rollout

Listings Editor

The Coast
09.2016 - 08.2019
  • Maintained constant, ever-growing database of over 1000 events in Halifax, checking each for accuracy
  • Oversaw quarterly listings-based issues
  • Enhanced publication quality by diligently proofreading and editing articles for grammar, spelling, and consistency

Skills

  • Proficient in internal messaging systems such as Slack and Microsoft Teams
  • Proficient in managing multiple email inboxes concurrently and professionally
  • Proficient in G Suite programs, including Google Calendar
  • Proficient in Microsoft 365 programs, including Excel
  • Proficient in Canva, Adobe and similar graphic design tools
  • Proficient in MailChimp, SurveyMonkey and newsletter writing and optimization

Languages

French
Professional Working

PORTFOLIO PROJECT

The last-ever print issue of The Coast before the publication’s full pivot to digital was the 2021 Fall Arts Preview issue. The 30-page issue was a several-weeks-long project managed and crafted by Mullin: From writing profiles and trend pieces to conceptualizing the issue’s cover to liaising with the art department to create the final layout. The issue features 17 bylines of Mullin’s, including a far-reaching piece of original reporting documenting Halifax’s current venue crisis. It can be viewed online at https://www.thecoast.ca/halifax/ArticleArchives?tag=Fall%20Arts%20Preview%202021

Timeline

Freelancer

Various Publications
08.2023 - Current

Deputy Editor

The Coast
01.2023 - 08.2023

Arts & Entertainment Editor

The Coast
08.2019 - 01.2023

Listings Editor

The Coast
09.2016 - 08.2019

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