Hi, I'm Catherine Winter. With extensive experience in writing, editing, project management, and creative direction, I specialize in crafting compelling content and managing complex projects. Over the years, I've worked with a variety of clients, from individuals to large companies, helping them bring their visions to life through effective storytelling and detailed editorial work. I am passionate about balancing modern design principles with fine art techniques, and I strive to create content that resonates across print and digital platforms. I'm particularly interested in working in nonprofit and creative sectors, where I can put my diverse skills to use in service to others.

Catherine Winter

Hi, I'm Catherine Winter. With extensive experience in writing, editing, project management, and creative direction, I specialize in crafting compelling content and managing complex projects. Over the years, I've worked with a variety of clients, from individuals to large companies, helping them bring their visions to life through effective storytelling and detailed editorial work. I am passionate about balancing modern design principles with fine art techniques, and I strive to create content that resonates across print and digital platforms. I'm particularly interested in working in nonprofit and creative sectors, where I can put my diverse skills to use in service to others.

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Hi, I’m Catherine Winter. With extensive experience in writing, editing, project management, and creative direction, I specialize in crafting compelling content and managing complex projects. Over the years, I’ve worked with a variety of clients, from individuals to large companies, helping them bring their visions to life through effective storytelling and detailed editorial work.

I am passionate about balancing modern design principles with fine art techniques, and I strive to create content that resonates across print and digital platforms. I’m particularly interested in working in nonprofit and creative sectors, where I can put my diverse skills to use in service to others.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced
German
Intermediate
Latin
Beginner

Work Experience

Art Director / Writer / Editor / Project Manager at Self-Employed/Freelance
April 30, 1998 - June 14, 2023
Efficient mix of writing, editing, project management, public relations, and art direction across various industries, ranging from graphic design to environmental protection. Responsible for writing and editing general blog posts, creating content, transforming text into suitable media, SEO optimization, and press/media releases. Hands-on experience with copywriting, editorial creation, blogging, and online journals. Currently exploring nonprofit research and skill development to assist others in nonprofit or educational organizations.
Web Content Writer at A Conscious Rethink
September 22, 2018 - June 22, 2025
A Conscious Rethink is a website that explores topics about interpersonal relationships, mental health, behavior, personality, and life advice. Since 2018, I have been writing articles on the site to help people determine which changes they can implement to change both themselves, and the world for the better.
Managing Editor at Garden and Happy
January 17, 2018 - February 15, 2020
As the part-time managing editor for the Garden & Happy website, I was responsible for managing the editorial calendar, assigning articles to my team of 20+ writers, and proofreading/editing/SEO optimizing all submitted pieces.
Features Editor and Contributing Writer at Inhabitat
September 8, 2013 - April 17, 2015
In this position, I was responsible for proofreading and editing articles that were submitted by both in-house writers and guest contributors. We adhered to AP style/formatting for all published pieces, and had our own established formats for interviews, promotional articles, and event coverage. In my role as a contributing writer, I wrote several weekly feature articles, essays, Op-Ed pieces, and short news pieces for the site. In addition to writing and editing, I managed a team of weekend writers, designed visual elements for online articles, and curated photo galleries.

Education

Associate's Degree at Ontario College of Art and Design
September 1, 1999 - May 1, 2003
At OCAD, my interdisciplinary studies included sculpture, drawing/illustration, painting, graphic design, ceramics, printmaking, textile arts, and curatorial practice. I've put all of these skills to great use over the years, first as a graphic designer and then as an art director.

Qualifications

Certified Herbalist
May 1, 2017 - November 22, 2022
Certificate in Western Herbalism and Botany from the Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine
Event Coordinator Certificate
January 10, 2005 - June 20, 2006
Certificate in Event Coordination and Management from the Ontario Tourism Education Corporation (OTEC)

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Agriculture & Mining, Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Other