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I am Lawrence Elliott, a seasoned content writer and editor with extensive experience in magazine feature writing, scriptwriting for TV and movies, and creative development. Over the years, I’ve worked with prestigious organizations and agencies, contributing to everything from executive editorial roles to TV creative development and crisis management consulting. My passion lies in crafting engaging content and scripts that resonate across various media platforms.
With a background in English Literature from Yale University, I have combined my love for storytelling with practical experience in advertising, government press relations, and media production. I enjoy collaborative projects and am always looking for opportunities to provide part-time virtual content writing services that make an impact.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
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Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Executive Editor and Senior Feature Writer at Plaza Magazine
December 31, 1983 - July 23, 2025Served as Executive Editor and Senior Feature Writer, overseeing editorial direction and producing feature articles. Worked remotely from Albany, New York, contributing to magazine content and maintaining high standards of writing and editing.
Consulting Writer at Cesar Pelli Architecture
December 31, 1983 - July 23, 2025Provided consulting writing services, assisting with editorial and content development for architectural projects based in New Haven, Connecticut.
Advisor and Press Relations at Office of NY State Governor Mario Cuomo
December 31, 1988 - July 23, 2025Advised governor's office and managed press relations, facilitating communication between the administration and media outlets from Albany, New York.
Advisor, Press Relations & Agency Writer at NY State Department of Mental Health
December 31, 1991 - July 23, 2025Advised commissioner, managed press relations, and produced agency written communications for the NY State Department of Mental Health.
Executive Advertising Copy Writer at Creamer Dickson Basford Advertising
December 31, 1996 - July 23, 2025Created compelling advertising copy for print and TV commercials at an NYC-based agency, increasing campaign effectiveness.
Senior TV Creative Development & Script Writer at ABC Studios, ABC Signature Division
December 31, 2003 - July 23, 2025Led creative development and scriptwriting for television projects, contributing to the production of engaging and high-quality TV content.
Creative Development & Content Script Writer at Paramount Pictures
December 31, 2009 - July 23, 2025Developed creative concepts and wrote content scripts for various Paramount Pictures film projects based in California.
President at ElliottWRITES, LLC
January 1, 2025 - July 23, 2025Founded and led ElliottWRITES, LLC, providing services including TV & movie development, content script writing, magazine feature writing, crisis management consulting, promotional writing, content book editing, ghostwriting, and creative copywriting for US & European clients.
Executive Editor and Senior Feature Writer at Plaza Magazine
December 31, 1983 - July 23, 2025Led editorial direction and produced senior feature articles for Plaza Magazine, based in Albany, New York. Also worked as a consulting writer for Cesar Pelli Architecture in New Haven, Connecticut.
Advisor and Press Relations at Office of NY State Governor Mario Cuomo
December 31, 1988 - July 23, 2025Provided advisory and press relations services in the Governor's office, managing communications and media relations effectively.
Advisor, Press Relations & Agency Writer at NY State Department of Mental Health
December 31, 1991 - July 23, 2025Handled advisory roles, press relations, and agency writing responsibilities for the Commissioner of the NY State Department of Mental Health.
Executive Advertising Copy Writer at Creamer Dickson Basford Advertising
December 31, 1996 - July 23, 2025Created advertising copy for print and TV commercials, helping to deliver compelling promotional messages for clients in New York City.
Senior TV Creative Development & Script Writer at ABC Studios, ABC Signature Division
December 31, 2003 - July 23, 2025Developed creative concepts and wrote scripts for TV productions, contributing to the ABC Studios' content pipeline in New York City.
Creative Development & Content Script Writer at Paramount Pictures
December 31, 2009 - July 23, 2025Worked on creative development and script writing for film and TV projects at Paramount Pictures, California.
President at ElliottWRITES, LLC
January 1, 2025 - July 23, 2025Led a content writing and development company specializing in TV and movie project development, magazine articles, crisis management writing, promotional materials, book editing, ghostwriting, and creative copywriting for U.S. and European publishers.
Education
AB at Yale University
September 3, 1975 - May 30, 1979No degree at Yale University Law School
September 3, 1979 - May 25, 1981Studied first two years, I decided against finishing law degree.
Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Government, Professional Services
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