Elaine Mead

The CDI is the new single UK-wide professional organization for all working in all fields of career education; career information, advice and guidance; career coaching and career consultancy.

• Received and reviewed content for suitability in the final publication.
• Provided editing feedback to writers to improve work.
• Checked facts and cross referenced submitted work.
• Reviewed and provided feedback on final publication before published.

Los Angeles Review of Books is a California-based nonprofit organization covering the national and international book scenes.

• Delivered via the press release and crafting shorter and longer releases to fit with different audience platforms.
• Utilized branding and current language of the LARB website to ensure press releases meet their branding and audience expectations.
• Offered editing feedback and fact checking service.

• Delivered the Work Placement Module covering job readiness, career development and preparation for work to our degree students.
• Provided feedback, created resources and supported the continued development of the work placement curriculum to best support and prepare our students for work.
• Supported and guided students through the process of identifying opportunities and securing industry placements.
• Worked one-to-one with students on anything and everything careers related.
• Organized and facilitated industry talks, workshops and support seminars.
• Sourced and developed graduate recruitment channels and built relationships with local and national employers within the industry.
• Collaborated with staff and marketing to identify viable opportunities and build the presence of SAE in the local economy as an educational leader in the field.

• Wrote on topics concerning psychology of work, personal development, emotional intelligence at work and professional growth.
• Contributed to various sites like Darling Magazine, Thrive Global, Talented Ladies Club, Psych Central, & Vunela HQ.
• Performed as regular contributor of careers, employment, and professional development articles across the web.
• Taught Curriculum Development in Traineeships of Business Administration, Customer Service and Functional Skills.
• Crafted Study Program Development and developed full study program for 16-18 year olds.
• Developed Curriculum Development, Engineers Without Borders; Introductory IT Curriculum for Refugees.
• Facilitated lectures about Content Strategy & Youth Engagement Strategy.

Talented Ladies Club is a magazine-style site for working moms aiming to unlock the potential of mothers through practical, inspirational articles, high quality online training and social community.

• Pitched suitable content ideas for review based on current trends and feedback from the audience on the content they want to see.
• Written high quality, engaging and informative articles that offer the audience solid advice and guidance around a number of professional and personal development topics.
• Utilized SEO to boost content written and drive engagement on the site.
• Took on board editing feedback for own personal development.

Springpod is a platform connecting students with career paths and companies within the science, technology, engineering and mathematics industries and building those all-important bridges between schools/colleges and employers in London.

• Researched and pitched suitable blog content ideas based on current trends and developments in the sector.
• Created highly engaging, precise and innovative blog content for their audience of education and careers professionals.
• Provided editing feedback on additional resources and downloadable content.

• Associated with Student Counselling Service as Psychology Society and Nightline Representative.