Caitlin St John

22-59 37th St. ● Astoria, NY 11105 ● 631.312.3169 ● caitystjohn@gmail.com

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EXPERIENCE
C&G Media Group April 2017 – Present
Assistant Editor/Associate Editor New York, NY
• Cover the home furnishings market for two regional print titles: New York Cottages & Gardens
(NYC&G) and Hamptons Cottages & Gardens (HC&G)
• Manage and write magazines’ event, shopping, and contributor pages
• Interview interior designers and industry professionals for various recurring columns
• Attend trade events and press appointments

Business of Home (formerly Editor at Large) January 2016 – April 2017

Editor, GoDesignGo.com New York, NY
• Researched, wrote, and published daily blog posts via WordPress
• Rebranded blog; developed editorial calendar, social media strategy, and outreach initiative
• Managed social media platforms for Editor at Large and Go Design Go
• Interviewed interior design professionals and represented blog at press events

Meredith Corporation – Parents.com January 2015 – January 2016

Freelance Editorial Assistant New York, NY
• Supported digital team in all administrative aspects; including writer contracts and invoices
• Attended press events, conducted deskside meetings, and interviewed celebrities
• Pitched, wrote, and published daily blogs posts via WordPress and Skyword
• Used CMS and FileMaker Pro to produce new web content

SKILLS
• Adept at using PowerPoint, Wordpress, Microsoft programs, PC and Mac computers
• Exceptional organizational, planning, and problem solving skills

EDUCATION
B.A., Communication – Journalism, May 2014
Minor: Psychology
High Point University, High Point, NC

HONORS & MEMBERSHIPS

Lambda Pi Eta National Communication Studies Honor Society
Society of Professional Journalists
Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority, Sisterhood Committee Chair & Greek Week Committee Chair
High Point University Dance Team, Millis Scholar-Athlete Award