I'm a writer and storyteller with a background as eclectic as my bookshelves. Formally trained in art history, I've spent my career moving fluidly between the creative and the corporate — crafting pitch decks and editing white papers at Analog Devices, developing content for nonprofits and finance organizations, and writing everything from press releases to reviews to longform nonfiction along the way. I bring the same eye for narrative to a balance sheet as I do to a byline, and I genuinely believe that the best writing — whether it's a white paper or a short story — starts with understanding what makes people tick. Equal parts analyst and storyteller, I'm at my best when the work demands both.

Nicole Lania

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I'm a writer and storyteller with a background as eclectic as my bookshelves. Formally trained in art history, I've spent my career moving fluidly between the creative and the corporate — crafting pitch decks and editing white papers at Analog Devices, developing content for nonprofits and finance organizations, and writing everything from press releases to reviews to longform nonfiction along the way. I bring the same eye for narrative to a balance sheet as I do to a byline, and I genuinely believe that the best writing — whether it's a white paper or a short story — starts with understanding what makes people tick. Equal parts analyst and storyteller, I'm at my best when the work demands both.

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I’m a writer and storyteller with a background as eclectic as my bookshelves. Formally trained in art history, I’ve spent my career moving fluidly between the creative and the corporate — crafting pitch decks and editing white papers at Analog Devices, developing content for nonprofits and finance organizations, and writing everything from press releases to reviews to longform nonfiction along the way. I bring the same eye for narrative to a balance sheet as I do to a byline, and I genuinely believe that the best writing — whether it’s a white paper or a short story — starts with understanding what makes people tick. Equal parts analyst and storyteller, I’m at my best when the work demands both.

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Experience Level

Language

French
Advanced

Work Experience

Grants Associate at Amelia Peabody Foundation
April 1, 2024 - Present
Direct grantmaking workflows, including proposal review and fund allocation, enhancing program effectiveness by 60%. Lead quarterly evaluations of 30+ applicants to ensure mission alignment and high-quality candidate selection. Leverage generative AI tools to produce high-level site visit reports, streamlining communication for executive stakeholders.
Events Coordinator (Contract) at United Way of Massachusetts Bay
October 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
Executed large-scale event logistics, driving a 40% increase in brand visibility through strategic marketing presentations. Coordinated cross-functional teams under tight deadlines, improving event delivery efficiency by 42%.
Copy Editor (Contract) at Analog Devices
May 1, 2019 - October 1, 2019
Edited technical documentation as part of a company-wide rebranding initiative, ensuring 100% brand consistency and reducing errors by 95%. Developed standardized workflows and guidelines that improved document organization and project delivery by 88%.

Education

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Humanities: Art at New York University (NYU)
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Certificate in Fundraising at University at Buffalo
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Art History at Providence College
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026

Qualifications

Notary Public
January 11, 2030 - February 23, 2026

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
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    I write art history and culture content for Perfect Picture Lights, a Vermont-based retailer specializing in artwork illumination. My work for their blog explores the intersection of art, light, and storytelling — from deep dives into the chiaroscuro mastery of Caravaggio to broader explorations of how artists across centuries have used light to shape narrative and meaning. Drawing on my formal background in art history, I bring academic depth and accessible, engaging prose to content that connects art lovers with the works and ideas that move them. https://www.twine.net/signin