Hi, I’m Anna Tatelman, a creative and hardworking content marketer based in Seattle. I specialize in planning and executing SEO-driven content strategies, crafting copy that ranks well and resonates with audiences, and delivering results under tight deadlines. I thrive both as a collaborative team member and as an independent contributor, and I’m eager to grow in a role focused on content marketing, editing, or copywriting. I’m excited to bring my blend of storytelling, strategic thinking, and technical SEO to a role that offers opportunities for career progression and meaningful impact.…

Anna Tatelman

Hi, I’m Anna Tatelman, a creative and hardworking content marketer based in Seattle. I specialize in planning and executing SEO-driven content strategies, crafting copy that ranks well and resonates with audiences, and delivering results under tight deadlines. I thrive both as a collaborative team member and as an independent contributor, and I’m eager to grow in a role focused on content marketing, editing, or copywriting. I’m excited to bring my blend of storytelling, strategic thinking, and technical SEO to a role that offers opportunities for career progression and meaningful impact.…

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Hi, I’m Anna Tatelman, a creative and hardworking content marketer based in Seattle. I specialize in planning and executing SEO-driven content strategies, crafting copy that ranks well and resonates with audiences, and delivering results under tight deadlines. I thrive both as a collaborative team member and as an independent contributor, and I’m eager to grow in a role focused on content marketing, editing, or copywriting. I’m excited to bring my blend of storytelling, strategic thinking, and technical SEO to a role that offers opportunities for career progression and meaningful impact.

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Skills

Experience Level

SEO
Expert
Copywriting
Expert
SEMrush
Expert
WordPress
Expert
Moz
Expert
Canva
Expert
Google Ads
Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Grant Writer at Self-Employment (Grant Writing)
October 1, 2025 - Present
Managed the entire grant cycle and fundraising strategies for multiple local arts nonprofits (Scrib Lab and Copious Love); researched grant opportunities and developed grant calendars aligned with financial goals and artistic ambitions; collaborated with nonprofit directors, financial managers, and board members to ensure organizational data accuracy and a cohesive vision.
Annual Fund Manager at Inspire Washington
June 1, 2023 - July 1, 2025
Wrote, applied for, and oversaw 11 grants per year, resulting in $108,000 in grant revenue; in 2024, revenue exceeded the budget by 288%. Managed 337 donors, including cultivating 87 recurring donors and stewarding 78 new donors. Established the annual fundraiser, raising over $42,000 in its first year. Created and ran a new program for individual dues-paying members. Collaborated with a small staff to acquire new dues-paying members, coordinate numerous public programs, and participate in cultural advocacy initiatives.
Teaching Assistant at Theatre of Possibility
March 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Provided support, clarification, and encouragement to young adults with an array of disabilities. Debriefed with the lead teacher to discuss individual students’ needs and develop strategies that allowed students to participate with greater independence and enjoyment.
Copywriter at Copy Press
March 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Researched, wrote, and edited approximately 780 articles (32–50 words daily). Used SEO strategies, such as analyzing audience intent, to optimize content and rank in search engines. Volunteered for additional responsibilities, including rewriting or editing content from external writers. Ranked #1 in Google search results for targeted keywords on 12 long-form pieces. Received perfect article scores from clients on multiple audits.
Content Freelancer at Online Optimism
September 1, 2020 - April 1, 2021
Researched and wrote long-form content pieces for a range of clients, including a truck driving school, cybersecurity firm, car dealership, and window company. Created physical collateral (brochures, pamphlets) and updated client and company websites via WordPress. Ranked #1 in Google search results for seven long-form pieces and earned 41 backlinks from outlets including Forbes, UpCity, The Telegraph, and POPSUGAR.
Senior Content Specialist at Online Optimism
May 1, 2020 - August 1, 2020
Led long-form content initiatives, conducted research, and produced content that supported client goals. Achieved top Google rankings on multiple pieces.
Content Specialist at Online Optimism
December 1, 2019 - April 1, 2020
Produced long-form content for diverse clients; integrated SEO best practices and updated websites via WordPress.
Writing Coach at Delgado Community College
January 1, 2020 - July 1, 2020
Used Socratic Method to encourage students to think independently about their papers; assisted students through all stages of the writing process; managed social media accounts advertising upcoming events and offering writing tips.
Editorial and Web Assistant at James Fitzgerald Agency
June 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Read, organized, and advised literary agents on the suitability of unsolicited queries; edited and marketed manuscripts; created a new website from scratch and managed updates; wrote and proofread sell sheets, press releases, and copy in Microsoft Office.
Editorial Assistant at James Fitzgerald Agency
May 1, 2017 - May 1, 2019
Edited and marketed manuscripts for clients; supported editorial projects and submissions.
Literary Intern at James Fitzgerald Agency
January 1, 2013 - May 1, 2013
Assisted with manuscript screening and preparation; contributed to editorial tasks during the internship.
Literary Intern at James Fitzgerald Agency
September 1, 2013 - December 1, 2013
Contributed to editorial tasks and manuscript assessments during the internship.
Teaching Assistant at University of New Orleans
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019
Taught an undergraduate writing course, scaffolded discussions, and guided students through three essays.
Associate Fiction Editor at Bayou Magazine
January 1, 2017 - May 1, 2019
Screened unsolicited queries weekly; assisted in editing stories at all stages (first revisions, galley proofs).
Writing Coach at University of New Orleans
August 1, 2017 - May 1, 2018
Worked with students in person and online to develop their writing abilities through personalized feedback.
Writing Coach at University of New Orleans
June 1, 2019 - July 31, 2019
Provided individual writing coaching, helping students improve their college-level writing skills.

Education

MFA in Creative Writing at University of New Orleans
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2019
B.A. in Individualized Studies at Gallatin School of New York University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2015

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet
    paper SEO Optimization:

    I optimized this blog written a few years ago by a different writer (https://www.twine.net/signin I researched new primary and secondary keywords with achievable difficulty levels, researched the topic to see how our existing content compared to SERPs, changed the content hierarchy to improve readability, expanded the content to provide more details, and edited existing content for accuracy.

    paper Blog: Plumbing Basics for First-Time Homebuyers in Louisiana

    I wrote a blog using a longtail keyword for a small Louisiana-based plumbing business (https://www.twine.net/signin The goal was to rank in geotargeted searches within their service area for this long-tail keyword. My role was to outline, write, and edit the content using SEO best practices, such as incorporating the keyword into the text authentically multiple times and improving upon the content that currently ranked for that search term. The result is that this piece does currently rank #1 in the search engine results pages (SERPs) for its chosen keyword.