Passionate about storytelling and making the world a more creative and knowledgeable place. Experienced in magazine and news writing, creative writing, and editing, with a focus on clear, engaging content.

Taylor Connelly

Passionate about storytelling and making the world a more creative and knowledgeable place. Experienced in magazine and news writing, creative writing, and editing, with a focus on clear, engaging content.

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Passionate about storytelling and making the world a more creative and knowledgeable place. Experienced in magazine and news writing, creative writing, and editing, with a focus on clear, engaging content.

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Work Experience

Creative Writing Intern at American Greetings
June 1, 2026 - Present
Worked in the writing studio contributing creative ideas for greeting card themes and topics. Wrote copy for traditional and humorous greeting cards and supported company innovation projects. Partnered with editorial and design teams to plan, review, and revise written content for greeting cards.
Editorial Intern at E-The Environmental Magazine | EarthTalk
December 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025
Crafted informative articles for the Q&A section, responding to reader questions on science, technology, and environmental issues. Met deadlines to produce timely content addressing current environmental trends and topics.
Advancement Student Writer at Ohio University
December 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025
Researched, wrote, and edited content for Ohio Today, Ohio University’s alumni magazine, and other UCM publications such as Ohio News. Conducted interviews with alumni, donors, and key figures to craft compelling spotlight features highlighting alumni achievements, university events, and donor contributions.
Editorial Intern at GIE Media | Recycling Today Media Group
December 1, 2023 - August 31, 2025
Edited and published global press releases for the recycling industry, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and timely distribution. Conducted interviews with industry experts, stakeholders, and organizations to gather insights for articles. Wrote informative pieces on recycling news and trends aligned with industry standards and audience needs. Supported non-profit outreach by increasing visibility and engagement with EarthTalk through informative articles.
Archival Assistant at Ohio University Libraries
February 1, 2023 - April 30, 2026
Processed and organized physical and digital archival materials to improve accessibility for researchers and staff. Created a comprehensive, archive-wide inventory system to track and manage collections efficiently. Wrote detailed finding aids and descriptive content to improve discoverability of archival holdings, and supported digital organization by structuring and maintaining digital files.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Journalism at Ohio University (E.W. Scripps School of Journalism Honors Tutorial College)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026
Minor in English at Ohio University (E.W. Scripps School of Journalism Honors Tutorial College)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026
Minor in History at Ohio University (E.W. Scripps School of Journalism Honors Tutorial College)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026
Certificate in War and Peace Studies at Ohio University (E.W. Scripps School of Journalism Honors Tutorial College)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services