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As an educator, I’ve always been passionate about helping people unleash their creativity and achieve their goals. After spending a decade in the public school classroom, I want to extend that same service to you. I’m currently a script writer and managing editor for a pair of YouTube channels, Ohara and Tanuki Tales, specializing in anime and manga content. I also write in the music, gaming, and education niches. When I’m not working, you can find me acting, performing original music, or plugging away at my novel at a neighborhood coffee shop.…As an educator, I’ve always been passionate about helping people unleash their creativity and achieve their goals. After spending a decade in the public school classroom, I want to extend that same service to you. I’m currently a script writer and managing editor for a pair of YouTube channels, Ohara and Tanuki Tales, specializing in anime and manga content. I also write in the music, gaming, and education niches. When I’m not working, you can find me acting, performing original music, or plugging away at my novel at a neighborhood coffee shop.

Blake A. Mellencamp

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As an educator, I’ve always been passionate about helping people unleash their creativity and achieve their goals. After spending a decade in the public school classroom, I want to extend that same service to you. I’m currently a script writer and managing editor for a pair of YouTube channels, Ohara and Tanuki Tales, specializing in anime and manga content. I also write in the music, gaming, and education niches. When I’m not working, you can find me acting, performing original music, or plugging away at my novel at a neighborhood coffee shop.…As an educator, I’ve always been passionate about helping people unleash their creativity and achieve their goals. After spending a decade in the public school classroom, I want to extend that same service to you. I’m currently a script writer and managing editor for a pair of YouTube channels, Ohara and Tanuki Tales, specializing in anime and manga content. I also write in the music, gaming, and education niches. When I’m not working, you can find me acting, performing original music, or plugging away at my novel at a neighborhood coffee shop.

Available to hire

As an educator, I’ve always been passionate about helping people unleash their creativity and achieve their goals. After spending a decade in the public school classroom, I want to extend that same service to you.

I’m currently a script writer and managing editor for a pair of YouTube channels, Ohara and Tanuki Tales, specializing in anime and manga content. I also write in the music, gaming, and education niches.

When I’m not working, you can find me acting, performing original music, or plugging away at my novel at a neighborhood coffee shop.

Skills

Copywriting

Experience Level

Copywriting

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Managing Editor at Freelance

May 1, 2024 - Present

Directed an international creative team of 10+ writers, editors, and artists to produce multimedia content. Analyzed narrative structure, pacing, and clarity across written and video projects to enhance storytelling impact. Designed content strategies increasing subscriber count by 366% and boosted viewer retention by up to 15%. Managed social media campaigns across major platforms to expand audience and strengthen brand presence.

Writer at Freelance

February 1, 2022 - Present

Authored research-based video scripts for a YouTube creator with 1.4M+ subscribers. Wrote 15+ high-performing scripts that each exceeded 1 million views, with top videos surpassing 5 million. Developed 5+ comprehensive novel guides, teaching materials, and instructional frameworks for K–12 learning clients. Implemented multi-stage editorial feedback to consistently deliver polished, publication-ready content.

Language Arts Teacher at Zionsville Middle School

August 1, 2016 - May 1, 2024

Taught writing, media literacy, and reading comprehension while integrating creative assignments and digital storytelling. Led a district-wide initiative promoting equity and cultural representation. Designed interdisciplinary lessons using multimedia elements, collaborative projects, and technology.

CEO & President at Clerical Error Productions

November 1, 2024 - Present

Wrote, produced, and performed in 11 original theatrical productions staged in 10 Indiana venues. Oversaw nonprofit governance, budgeting, and annual performance planning. Developed marketing strategies that increased ticket sales and expanded audience demographics.

Publications Director at Indiana Council for Teachers of English

June 1, 2023 - Present

Designed a monthly newsletter, maintained a professional website, and oversaw a statewide educator blog. Coordinated 3 statewide conferences, increasing attendance and programming each year.

Teacher-Consultant at Indiana Writing Project

June 1, 2019 - Present

Developed and led youth writing workshops for multiple sites across Indiana. Facilitated professional development on argument writing and evidence-based instructional practices. Participated in an intensive, evidence-based professional development program for educators.