I'm a professional writer and copy editor with experience across pharma, medical devices, legal, tech, IT, film/screenwriting, education, automotive aftermarket, and finance. I craft and review content for style, brand alignment, and compliance, delivering technical, marketing, and creative work. Highlights include building streamlined review workflows, developing training materials, and leading department-wide initiatives. I thrive collaborating with cross-functional teams to produce clear, compliant, and engaging content that moves brands and stories forward.

AMY L. COHEN

I'm a professional writer and copy editor with experience across pharma, medical devices, legal, tech, IT, film/screenwriting, education, automotive aftermarket, and finance. I craft and review content for style, brand alignment, and compliance, delivering technical, marketing, and creative work. Highlights include building streamlined review workflows, developing training materials, and leading department-wide initiatives. I thrive collaborating with cross-functional teams to produce clear, compliant, and engaging content that moves brands and stories forward.

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I’m a professional writer and copy editor with experience across pharma, medical devices, legal, tech, IT, film/screenwriting, education, automotive aftermarket, and finance. I craft and review content for style, brand alignment, and compliance, delivering technical, marketing, and creative work.

Highlights include building streamlined review workflows, developing training materials, and leading department-wide initiatives. I thrive collaborating with cross-functional teams to produce clear, compliant, and engaging content that moves brands and stories forward.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Creative Services Writer at Eli Lilly
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Authored modular marketing content (print, digital, video) for pharmaceutical products; used Adobe Experience Manager, Adobe Workfront, Veeva Vault PromoMats, and AI tools to create content; developed DTC and HCP materials compliant with AMA, legal, and regulatory standards; trained and mentored writers; led a department-wide review process adopted by 200+ team members.
Marketing Director / Content Writer at Lipson Neilson P.C. / Family Law Consulting PLLC
August 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
Directed a multi-state marketing department; created content for social media, video, print, digital ads, web pages, event materials; led weekly creative/marketing meetings; improved brand and sponsorship recognition within 6 months.
Senior Content Manager at Silicon Valley Bank
June 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023
Produced weekly internal/external communications, feature articles, emails, and product updates; managed stakeholder communications with SharePoint, Marketo, and Monday.com; authored content for technology, life sciences, healthcare, venture capital, AI, fintech and biotech sectors.
Senior Technical Writer at Medtronic, Inc.
February 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022
Ensured diabetes medical device content met AMA, FDA, and company standards; authored user guides and IFUs using XML, MAPS XD, MAP Agile, and Workfront; produced English documentation and supported translation into 35+ languages.
Senior Marketing Copy Editor / Copywriter at Jackson Financial Inc.
February 1, 2019 - November 30, 2021
Bridged creative and compliance for client/advisor-facing marketing; maintained extensive FINRA disclosure language repository; edited/wrote marketing collateral, training materials, presentations, billboards, and video scripts; led a large-scale rebranding effort.
Senior Technical Writer & Editor / Team Lead at Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc.
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Led a technical communications team; produced and localized ophthalmology equipment manuals in 15+ languages; oversaw project plans, budgets, and process improvements.
Senior Technical Writer / Instructional Designer at Pacific Gas & Electric
August 1, 2016 - November 30, 2016
Created and edited apprentice line worker training curriculum, ensuring OSHA-compliant deliverables across print, iPad, and video formats.
Business Process Writer / Business Analyst at Bank of the West Commercial Banking Group (CBG)
May 1, 2016 - August 31, 2016
Liaison between CBG and Salesforce.com; wrote detailed requirements for a large commercial lending platform; ensured multi-line integration with external credit reporting.
Senior Technical Editor at IAG Consulting
February 1, 2010 - June 30, 2016
Sole technical editor and proofreader for 30+ business analysts; created agency style guides, methodologies, scoping documents, use cases, and client-facing presentations; delivered to client IT departments.
Senior Technical Writer & Editor at Bank of the West - RBG Risk and Compliance BSA / AML
January 1, 2015 - March 31, 2016
Supported compliance officers to create branch procedures, process flows, and SOPs; developed CDD procedures for U.S. and non-U.S. entities; produced Visio-based process flows.
Marketing Manager - Creative Services at Patelco Credit Union
October 1, 2013 - January 31, 2015
Creative director leading designers, writers, and marketing coordinators; worked with C-suite on branding, branch redesigns, campaigns, and internal communications; built social media, radio, and PR components.
Marketing Copy Editor / Copywriter at Jackson Financial
April 1, 2011 - February 28, 2013
Edited client- and advisor-facing investment content; collaborated with strategy and design teams; presented editorial strategies to leadership; led a knowledge base project with 1,000+ entries.

Education

Master of Arts (English & Creative Writing, emphasis on Screenwriting) at Southern New Hampshire University
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
Master of Arts Credits at San Jose State University
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
Bachelor of Arts at Michigan State University
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
Bachelor of Arts Credits at Regent’s College UK
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
Technical Writing Certificate at San Jose State University
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
Secondary English/French Teaching Certificate (Michigan) at State of Michigan
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
Secondary English/French Teaching Credential (California) at State of California
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
Photography and Graphic Design Training at Las Positas College
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
ICF Certification Studies at Intuitive Life Coaching Academy for Transformation & Excellence (ILCATE)
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026

Qualifications

Master of Arts (English & Creative Writing)
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
Master of Arts Credits (Technical Writing)
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
Bachelor of Arts (English & Education)
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
Bachelor of Arts Credits
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
Technical Writing Certificate
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
Teaching Certificate (Michigan)
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
Teaching Credential (California)
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
Photography and Graphic Design Training
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
ICF Certification Studies (in progress)
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Life Sciences, Media & Entertainment, Financial Services, Professional Services