I'm a versatile editorial leader and content strategist with proven experience in magazine publishing, marketing, communications, and social media. Successful at guiding high-quality editorial for city publications and translating that craft into brand storytelling and campaign execution. Expert in proofreading and copyediting—maintaining voice, accuracy, and consistency across digital, print, and social with rigorous attention to detail, style guides, and QA workflows.…

Kara Hagerman

I'm a versatile editorial leader and content strategist with proven experience in magazine publishing, marketing, communications, and social media. Successful at guiding high-quality editorial for city publications and translating that craft into brand storytelling and campaign execution. Expert in proofreading and copyediting—maintaining voice, accuracy, and consistency across digital, print, and social with rigorous attention to detail, style guides, and QA workflows.…

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I’m a versatile editorial leader and content strategist with proven experience in magazine publishing, marketing, communications, and social media. Successful at guiding high-quality editorial for city publications and translating that craft into brand storytelling and campaign execution. Expert in proofreading and copyediting—maintaining voice, accuracy, and consistency across digital, print, and social with rigorous attention to detail, style guides, and QA workflows.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Marketing Communications Manager at SBM Management Services
May 4, 2020 - February 8, 2024
Led content strategy and digital communications in a remote B2B environment, strengthening brand visibility and driving a 35% lift in social following. Developed and executed a comprehensive social media strategy, increasing LinkedIn followers by 35% and boosting engagement through consistent, voice-driven content. Planned, developed, and delivered internal and external communications, including newsletters, blog articles, website content, social media posts, and thought leadership pieces. Edited and produced content to maintain a consistent brand voice and messaging across platforms. Served as lead editor for the marketing team. Wrote and refined leadership announcements, campaign messaging, and short-form video scripts, translating complex information into clear, audience-focused narratives. Managed multi-channel campaigns from concept to launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure creative alignment and measurable results.
Custom Publishing Editor at Cincinnati Magazine
September 28, 2009 - April 9, 2020
Directed custom publications and editorial projects for major regional and lifestyle titles. Managed editorial, design, and production for magazines including Cincinnati Wedding, Cincinnati Gives, and the Cincinnati USA Official Visitors Guide. Developed new publications like Cincinnati Baby Guide and Cincinnati Gives, a philanthropic magazine and local fundraising campaign supporting area nonprofits. Handled full project lifecycle: planning, freelance management, copyediting, and production. Partnered with client organizations to develop content strategies and lifecycle production for print publications, delivering final product on time and within budget. Contributed to digital content planning and presentation strategy.
Managing Editor at Palm Beach Illustrated
September 17, 2001 - October 12, 2007
Key editorial team member at a regional luxury lifestyle magazine covering travel, fashion, philanthropy, and design. Wrote and edited features on local personalities, high-end travel, lifestyle and cultural trends. Served as editor of the Palm Beach Charity Register, a guide to 150+ philanthropic events annually. Co-planned the editorial calendar, assigned and edited freelance work, and collaborated on layout and web publishing. Wrote product descriptions across categories such as fashion, wellness, home, and food & wine. Traveled internationally (Italy, Grand Cayman, Bahamas, Mustique) to report travel stories.

Education

Bachelor's of Science in Journalism at Ohio University
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2001
Continuing Studies – Social Media Marketing at Stanford University
August 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization
    paper Social Content Reel: From Lifestyle to LinkedIn
    GOALS: Maintain a consistent social presence for two audiences—consumer wellness (Dry by Design on IG/TikTok) and SBM Management (B2B, LinkedIn)—to educate, build trust, and support campaigns. SOLUTION: I developed content strategy, wrote hooks, captions, and scripts; selected assets; scheduled posts; and handled light community moderation using simple calendars and voice guides. IMPACT: Reliable cadence and clear, on-brand messaging; B2B LinkedIn followers +35% with higher engagement; DBD built an early, active audience.…
    paper Cincinnati Magazine Editorial Management
    GOALS: Manage specialty titles—Cincinnati Wedding, Cincinnati Gives, and Cincinnati Baby & Beyond, and several client publications—delivering reader value on time and under budget. SOLUTION: Led end-to-end editorial: content strategy, lineups, assigning/editing freelancers, voice/style framework, production calendar and approvals; partnered with design on story flow and art direction. IMPACT: Polished issues delivered on schedule; standardized process cut rework and kept cross-functional teams aligned.…