Hi, I’m Cristina —a bilingual journalist and editor with over eight years of experience covering international news, social issues, and cultural trends for Spanish and English-language media. I’m skilled in SEO-driven content, data journalism, and digital storytelling. I’m currently pursuing a Postgraduate Certificate in Data Journalism at Birmingham City University. I’m adept at proofreading, fact-checking, and editorial project management, with a passion for delivering accurate, engaging, and socially relevant content. Fluent in English and Spanish, I enjoy collaborating with writers and editors to maintain high editorial standards.

Cristina Puerta

Hi, I’m Cristina —a bilingual journalist and editor with over eight years of experience covering international news, social issues, and cultural trends for Spanish and English-language media. I’m skilled in SEO-driven content, data journalism, and digital storytelling. I’m currently pursuing a Postgraduate Certificate in Data Journalism at Birmingham City University. I’m adept at proofreading, fact-checking, and editorial project management, with a passion for delivering accurate, engaging, and socially relevant content. Fluent in English and Spanish, I enjoy collaborating with writers and editors to maintain high editorial standards.

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Hi, I’m Cristina —a bilingual journalist and editor with over eight years of experience covering international news, social issues, and cultural trends for Spanish and English-language media.

I’m skilled in SEO-driven content, data journalism, and digital storytelling. I’m currently pursuing a Postgraduate Certificate in Data Journalism at Birmingham City University. I’m adept at proofreading, fact-checking, and editorial project management, with a passion for delivering accurate, engaging, and socially relevant content. Fluent in English and Spanish, I enjoy collaborating with writers and editors to maintain high editorial standards.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Proofreader at Mavalow Labs
April 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Proofread 20+ SEO articles per day for blockchain and crypto clients, ensuring clarity and accuracy. Provided constructive feedback to freelance writers, improving adherence to client and manager guidelines. Helped establish editorial consistency by resolving stylistic discrepancies in the absence of a formal style guide. Maintained high editorial standards under shifting client expectations and management changes, adapting quickly to evolving priorities.
English Content Editor at Sembra Media
November 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023
Edited and standardized over 550 media profiles across 40+ European countries, ensuring clarity, consistency, and adherence to editorial guidelines. Implemented editorial standards collaboratively, enhancing coherence and streamlining content verification by resolving style questions with the project manager and regional managers. Conducted rigorous fact-checking and verification of all media profiles with regional support, ensuring accuracy and currency in the directory.
International Breaking News Reporter Intern at Factal.com
August 1, 2022 - November 1, 2022
Monitored breaking news alerts across LATAM, Africa, USA, and Asia; verified and fact-checked information rapidly for urgent reporting on incidents. Produced concise, real-time breaking news updates in tweet format and researched, wrote, and published weekly newsletter content on international relations.
Proofreader – Spanish and English at Libros.com
April 1, 2021 - November 1, 2022
Proofread and copy-edited fiction and non-fiction books in Spanish, American English, and British English. Translated and localized content between Spanish and English, adapting tone and cultural nuances for target audiences. Reviewed manuscripts under tight deadlines to support publication schedules.
Freelance Journalist / Correspondent at Eldiario.es , El País , Cuarto Poder , Pikara Magazine, Cuaderno de Periodistas
January 1, 2017 - November 1, 2022
Covered political, economic, social, and cultural developments in the UK for Spanish audiences; produced in-depth features for Pikara Magazine; authored long-form pieces for Cuaderno de Periodista; researched, pitched, wrote, and submitted articles under tight deadlines.
Journalist Executive (Graduate Scheme) at Eolo Communication, Spain
March 1, 2016 - November 1, 2016
Produced press releases, articles, and blog content; translated materials; managed social media with SEO optimization; created monthly press reports and monitored media coverage; supported clients during brand/crisis communications.
Marketing and Communication Intern at Veintiocho Comunicación
May 1, 2015 - August 1, 2015
Redrafted and optimized website copy; produced content for client blogs, newsletters, and video campaigns; prepared proposals and bids; maintained client databases; published corporate blog content.
Freelance Proof-Reader / Editor / Content Writer at Various Clients
January 1, 2015 - December 1, 2024
Coached university students on drafting and editing dissertations; proofread and refined website content for UKROEd; developed marketing content for Spanish-speaking brands; advised entrepreneurs on writing non-fiction books; applied SEO practices and editorial standards across projects.
Journalist Intern at Diario del AltoAragón
July 1, 2013 - September 1, 2013
Wrote news articles, chronicles, reports, and interviews; edited and proofread content; researched and reported on cultural, social, political events; assisted with press conferences and cross-sectional reporting.

Education

Postgraduate Certificate in Data Journalism at Birmingham City University
January 11, 2030 - January 8, 2026
Master's Degree in Marketing and Communication at San Jorge University of Zaragoza
January 11, 2030 - January 8, 2026
Bachelor's degree in Journalism at Castilla La Mancha University
January 11, 2030 - January 8, 2026

Qualifications

Postgraduate Certificate in Data Journalism
January 11, 2030 - January 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education