I'm Jon Jared, an adept writer, editor, and proofreader based in Evanston, IL. I specialize in storytelling, crafting clear, engaging communications that highlight authentic experiences and sustainable practices. My work blends research, editing, and thoughtful storytelling to connect readers with meaningful journeys—from the Galápagos to Yellowstone—while asking how we can travel responsibly in the future.

Jon Jared

I'm Jon Jared, an adept writer, editor, and proofreader based in Evanston, IL. I specialize in storytelling, crafting clear, engaging communications that highlight authentic experiences and sustainable practices. My work blends research, editing, and thoughtful storytelling to connect readers with meaningful journeys—from the Galápagos to Yellowstone—while asking how we can travel responsibly in the future.

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I’m Jon Jared, an adept writer, editor, and proofreader based in Evanston, IL. I specialize in storytelling, crafting clear, engaging communications that highlight authentic experiences and sustainable practices.

My work blends research, editing, and thoughtful storytelling to connect readers with meaningful journeys—from the Galápagos to Yellowstone—while asking how we can travel responsibly in the future.

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English
Fluent

Work Experience

Writer, Communications at Ride Andes
January 1, 2017 - Present
Collaborated with founder Sally Vergette to craft communications that highlight Ride Andes' classic originality, sustainable practices, and authentic nature of horseback adventures. Researched, edited, proofread, and fact-checked materials.
Writer at Classic Journeys
January 1, 2023 - October 25, 2025
Wrote articles about national and international walking tours, including a 3-part series on Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. Responsible for researching, editing, proofreading, and fact-checking.
Writer at Natural Habitat Adventures
January 1, 2022 - October 25, 2025
Researched and wrote articles and guides that inspire and educate, combining conservation and adventure travel, while exploring the question 'Where do we go from here?' Conducted researching, editing, proofreading, and fact-checking.
Writer at Happy Gringo Travel
January 1, 2020 - October 25, 2025
Raised awareness about specific islands in the Galapagos archipelago and worthwhile destinations on the mainland. Covered sustainable tourism, responsible travel, and conservation issues.
Writer at Galapagos Safari Camp
January 1, 2017 - October 25, 2025
Ghost-writing, researching, editing, proofreading; focused on appropriate luxury, travel with a purpose, and pragmatic conservation.
Writer/Editor at Moon Travel Guides
January 1, 2015 - October 25, 2025
Updated the Moon Travel Guide for Ecuador; gained experience in publication and editing processes at the highest level of professionalism.
Editor at Travelocity
January 1, 2012 - October 25, 2025
Edited 200 travel articles a week written by writers with varying proficiency, cultural awareness, and subject knowledge; engaged in editing, fact-checking, researching, and ghost-writing.

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Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Education