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Neil Mark Gardner

Guildford,Surrey

Summary

Creative writer and editor with extensive experience in content creation and management across diverse platforms, including email and social media. Demonstrated analytical skills and a collaborative approach to developing engaging content. Achieved measurable success in executing market research to inform and enhance content-driven marketing campaigns.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work history

Freelance Editor & Writer

Self-Employed
Guildford, Surrey
01.2024 - Current
  • Proofreading and editing written works, shaping content, and helping improve overall work quality.
  • Verifying facts using standard reference sources and industry best practices to reduce the risks of falsified data.
  • Optimising content to maximise reach and enhance search visibility.
  • Conducting evaluations to ensure factual correctness and work excellence.

Content editor

VIVA UK
Greater Noida, New Delhi, India
01.2022 - 06.2023

Served as content editor for Viva UK.

  • Created and disseminated educational materials for the Viva LMS program.
  • Refined Viva's educational resources with comprehensive editing and proofreading.
  • Ensured the Viva LMS (Learning Management System) contained up-to-date materials.
  • Supervised volunteers and interns creating educational resources.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to ensure smooth operations.

Content writer

Domes Interiors
, New Delhi, India
11.2020 - 01.2021
  • Assisted in the creation of Dome's official website through freelance content writing.
  • Created top-tier, clear, and search engine-friendly content for various interior design segments.

Senior consultant

Bennett Coleman and Co. Ltd. ( The Times Group)
, New Delhi, India
04.2018 - 03.2019
  • Served as senior consultant in the Response department.
  • Coordinated internal marketing advertisements, campaigns, and meetings.
  • Managed strategic partnerships with Sulekha, MagicBricks, and Bharat Matrimony.
  • Facilitated collaboration for a study abroad event titled the Times Immigration Gateway.

Customer relations executive

NEEV Energy LLP
, New Delhi, India
10.2016 - 03.2018
  • Oversaw the Complaints and Grievances department as a customer relations executive, facilitating the reception of complaints.
  • Received and resolved customer complaints escalated by staff.
  • Streamlined the complaint resolution processes improving customer trust and confidence.
  • Documented recurring requests, enquires and complaints, communicating findings and potential corrective action to line manager.
  • Established a positive rapport with customers, enhancing brand image and reputation.

Personal banker

Barclays
Noida, New Delhi, India
08.2014 - 03.2016
  • Engaged with Barclays Bank in the role of a personal banker.
  • Provided phone assistance to UK clients for routine banking needs.
  • Fielded incoming calls from customers, resolving issues swiftly and efficiently.
  • Bolstered customer satisfaction by providing bespoke financial advice.
  • Delivered excellent customer service to foster positive relationships.

Technical support executive

HCL Technologies
Noida, New Delhi, India
09.2013 - 02.2014
  • Provided technical expertise for the British Telecom operations at HCL.
  • Offered telephonic assistance to BT service users across the UK.
  • Provided excellent customer service for improved client satisfaction.
  • Liaised closely with network engineers to ensure smooth operations.
  • Achieved target ticket response and resolution times through focused planning and prioritisation.

Education

Master of Arts - Creative Writing

University of Surrey
Guildford
09/2024 -

Master of Arts - Journalism & Mass Communication

Galgotias University
Greater Noida, India
08/2019 - 08/2021

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism & Mass Communication

Sikkim Manipal University (SMU)
New Delhi, India
10/2015 - 02/2018

A-Levels - Commerce

St. Joseph's School
Greater Noida, India
04/2011 - 03/2012

GCSEs -

Somerville School
Greater Noida, India
04/2008 - 03/2009

Skills

  • Content editing
  • Content Writing
  • Content development
  • Proofreading
  • Corporate Communications
  • Event management
  • Customer engagement

Languages

English
Native
Hindi
Fluent

Accomplishments

  • Awarded a bronze medal (3rd position) on successful completion of the MA in Journalism and Mass Communication program (MJMC) at Galgotias.
  • Numerous accolades and certificates received at Barclays Bank for delivering exceptional customer/client experience.
  • IDP IELTS Certified - 7.5 Band Score (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking.)

Timeline

Freelance Editor & Writer

Self-Employed
01.2024 - Current

Content editor

VIVA UK
01.2022 - 06.2023

Content writer

Domes Interiors
11.2020 - 01.2021

Senior consultant

Bennett Coleman and Co. Ltd. ( The Times Group)
04.2018 - 03.2019

Customer relations executive

NEEV Energy LLP
10.2016 - 03.2018

Personal banker

Barclays
08.2014 - 03.2016

Technical support executive

HCL Technologies
09.2013 - 02.2014

Master of Arts - Creative Writing

University of Surrey
09/2024 -

Master of Arts - Journalism & Mass Communication

Galgotias University
08/2019 - 08/2021

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism & Mass Communication

Sikkim Manipal University (SMU)
10/2015 - 02/2018

A-Levels - Commerce

St. Joseph's School
04/2011 - 03/2012

GCSEs -

Somerville School
04/2008 - 03/2009
Neil Mark Gardner