ANA SCHMIDT

253-203-4241
ANASCHMIDT1@HOTMAIL.COM

EDUCATION
Bachelors in English Literary Studies with Certification in Editing and Publishing
Washington State University Pullman, Washington

May 2015

WRITING AND EDITING EXPERIENCE

Editor-in-Chief
2012-2015
LandEscapes Literary and Arts Journal
Gathered submissions for university literary journal across the entire campus of students
Established a marked presence in campus arts to better integrate cross study interaction in student body
Implemented staff trainings in editing and publishing to better prepare staff for a career in the field
Launched multiple marketing campaigns and events that raised awareness of journal presence
Coordinated a group of 18 editors to produce a cohesive and quality product
Edited and oversaw production of all journal materials
Negotiated university funding to ensure the future of the journal and to fund other journal programs
Administrative Tutor
2012-2015
Washington State University Writing Center
Tutored students from all courses of study in all forms of writing from scientific to sociological
Collaborated with other tutors on trainings and pedagogy to maintain a firm level of professionalism
Organized and lead trainings for staff with fellow administrators that addressed prominent issues
Monitored hourly staff interactions for clarity, respect, and attentiveness in tutorials
Facilitated English 102 and 302 classes
for students in all courses of study
Lead Intern/Editing and Submitting Intern
Blood Orange Review
Read and reviewed weekly submissions for effectiveness, fluidity, and overall quality
Collaborated with fellow interns to review and appraise submissions from across the country
Communications and Accountability Intern
Pierce County Public Works and Utilities
Generated publicity content for county to be published via county website
Edited technical documents for a vast array of engineering projects and reports
Promoted county events through creation of pamphlets and distribution of marketing materials
Series columnist
The Daily Evergreen
Wrote weekly column that was in line with the requests of the editor
Documented student life through humorous means

2012-2014

Summer 2012

2012-2013

ACHIEVEMENTS

Washington State University Achievement Award

Basil and Ella Jerard Writing Award
Basil and Ella Jerard Writing Scholarship
April Seahafer Award in Literature
Jenny Brown Rawlins Award in Creative Writing
Stanley P. Williams Award for Tutoring Excellence

References Available Upon Request

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2013-2015
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