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Wayne Broad

St. Austell

Summary

An excellent written and oral communicator with an adaptable and creative approach. The ability to plan and identify priorities to achieve maximum efficiency. A flexible attitude with the ability to collaborate and motivate others. Proven organisational skills to achieve target and meet deadlines. Experienced with CMS and CRM systems. Engaging and guidance to SME’s subject matter experts. Established, created and managed several websites.

Having successfully created and established several websites, I lead with the skills and enthusiasm required of a writer who can produce quality content. I have a keen eye for detail with a natural ability to explore the boundaries of English phrase, problem solving, research and analysis. I possess a strong background in content writing for the web with a robust emphasis on SEO and experience with social media. Together with a seasoned practical and business work history in trading financial instruments, advertising, business start up, retail, mechanical and electrical engineering, technical glass, advanced plastics/composites, and construction demonstrates a solid and progressive candidate. Considering the above with a tenacious attitude in lone working or as a team, I believe I feature the skills and enthusiasm required of your advertised position in a remote role. Experienced professional passionate about creating compelling content and driving engagement. Talented at crafting dynamic stories, informative articles and persuasive copy that resonate and inspires readers. Versatile Content Writer proficient in researching, writing and editing diverse content. Works with minimal input to produce engaging, authoritative and error-free work. Autonomous yet communicative with [Number]-year history of superior performance in remote environments. Creative [Job Title] with eye for detail and passion for crafting stories. Skilled in utilizing new techniques and keeping up with latest trends in writing. Results-driven Copywriter offering [Number] years of client-focused service, project management and business-generating content production. Skilled professional with core strengths in leadership and goal alignment across teams and external agencies. Proficient at cultivating and retaining key client relationships and business partnerships. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Creative and innovative [Job Title] committed to clear and concise internet communication that informs, promotes and sells. Researches relentlessly and delivers optimal multi-media content for client needs. Articulate and confident people person with demonstrated skill at communicating technical information to less technical team members and audiences. Web-savvy Content Developer with exceptional writing and graphic-generation skills. Creates and maintains web content that successfully markets products and generates extensive and engaged social media following. Technically proficient professional with broad knowledge of web-oriented software and proven success at leading organizations into successful online marketing.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Writer and website content developer

BCG Ltd.
12.2009 - Current
  • Established and developed several websites
  • Experience of Classic ASP, WordPress, Yoast, Google analytics, SEO Practices
  • Technical content writing, copywriting, SEO and YouTube Videos
  • Advertising and marketing
  • Promote client business strengths through social media channels
  • Established land based Penmarlam Chandlery Ltd in 2011
  • Supported local boat dealership, increasing website sales and advertising revenue
  • Classic boat restoration
  • Specialising in marine outboard engineering/electrics, fibreglass and gel coat repairs.

Technical Manager

Nylaplas Engineering Ltd.
12.1998 - 12.2009
  • Specialising in General and Advanced/High Performance Thermoplastics
  • Instrumental in the design and created all the text to www.nylaplas.com
  • Manage website content, technical content and copywriting to best SEO practices
  • Educating customer engineers on advanced and special projects
  • Achieved monthly and yearly targets
  • Producing market analysis reports
  • Conducting presentations to technicians and product specialists
  • Driving cost-down projects throughout various industries
  • Redesigning through consultation with customer/client engineers
  • Transition from machined items through to tight tolerance injection moulding.

Technical Sales Manager

Epsom Glass Industries Ltd.
12.1997 - 12.1998
  • Writing technical documentation for engineering including procedures and processes
  • Specialising in Technical Soda Lime and Borosilicate Glass manipulation
  • Developed and increased Southern UK territory glass sales
  • Educating clients and design engineers
  • Negotiating new contracts.

Works Manager

Bridgwater Industrial Finishers
12.1996 - 12.1997
  • Specialising in industrial enamelling, powder coating and wet paint coatings
  • Writing technical process documentation for workforce
  • Management of Skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled labour force
  • Plant maintenance scheduling
  • Materials scheduling and purchasing
  • Installation and writing of ISO 9002 Quality System and Standards
  • Installing and maintaining Health and Safety Standards
  • Bid writing and negotiating new contracts.

Technical Sales Representative

Simons Reeve Ltd.
12.1995 - 12.1996
  • Specialising in Material Handling Equipment
  • Producing technical site visit reports to the Managing Director
  • Project and Account management throughout the UK
  • Identifying customer needs and recommending most suitable product
  • Maintaining and increasing the customer base
  • Technical advice and support.

UK Sales Engineer

Clares Merchandise Handling Equipment Ltd.
12.1994 - 12.1995
  • Writing technical specifications, sales forecasts and progress reports
  • Identifying customers needs and recommending most suitable product
  • Coordinating prototype manufacture, writing bids for tenders
  • Responsible for account management and developing new business
  • Won Clares Business Of The Year Award.

Senior Production Engineer

Clares Merchandise Handling Equipment Ltd.
06.1989 - 12.1994
  • Writing technical procedures and documentation from technical drawings
  • Preparing factory cost reports for sales
  • Cost reduction and value analysis, implementing JIT manufacture
  • Training and supervising staff.

Planning Cost Engineer

Clares Merchandise Handling Equipment Ltd.
03.1989 - 06.1989
  • Planning and writing method of manufacture and writing technical processes
  • Cost down engineering and maintaining and improving material-labour ratios
  • Data input and computer file maintenance.

Sales Estimator Coordinator

Wilsher and Quick Ltd.
12.1988 - 03.1989
  • Technical writing of manuals and procedures
  • Estimating manufacturing costs and establishing selling prices
  • Coordinating manufacture of products and maintaining computer data.

Industrial Engineer

FKI Crypton (formerly TI Crypton)
01.1978 - 12.1988
  • Planning method of manufacture and writing technical bulletins and procedures
  • Jig and tool design and manufacture
  • Time and motion studies
  • Production costings
  • Machine tool programming
  • Five year apprenticeship served.

Education

Trading College Pro-Trader Course -

10.2019

RSA Certificate in Microsoft Windows, Word and Excel -

08.1997

Certificate in Strategic Management -

06.1997

DBS Management Consultants Certificate -

01.1995

ISO9002 Internal Auditing Certificate -

07.1994

Clares Business of the Year Award -

03.1994

BTEC in Management Studies -

11.1991

HNC in Mechanical and Electrical Production Engineering -

07.1984

TEC Certificate in Mechanical and Production Engineering -

07.1981

EITB Certificate in Engineering -

12.1979

City and Guilds of London Institute certificate in Engineering -

06.1979

Skills

  • Sales and Marketing (10 years)
  • Managing people and operations
  • Microsoft Office, Libre Office, Google Docs
  • ChatGPT
  • Yoast SEO within WordPress
  • Content Management Systems (CMS)
  • Creating and editing websites in WordPress (15 years)
  • SEO tools (8 years)
  • Cyberlink Power Director video editing (15 years)
  • Classic ASP and basic HTML programming (15 years)
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Google Analytics (15 years)
  • Textiles, machine sewing
  • Advertising sales (30 years)
  • Trading financial instruments (5 years)
  • Vehicle maintenance and repair
  • Acrylic Artwork
  • Marine outboard engine maintenance and repair
  • Composites and mould making
  • Fibreglass and gel coat repairs
  • Creative Writing
  • Editing
  • Grammar usage
  • Research
  • Strong research skills
  • Content Creation
  • Idea Brainstorming
  • Effective writing
  • Content Editing
  • Fact-checking
  • Copywriting
  • Content Development
  • Document Editing
  • Technical Writing
  • Audience Engagement
  • Excellent grammar
  • Proofreading
  • Creative Collaboration
  • Creative capabilities
  • Formatting
  • Proofreading expertise
  • Multimedia writing
  • Copyediting
  • Multimedia Content Creation
  • Compelling headlines
  • Persuasive Writing
  • Project Management
  • Social Media
  • Client collaboration
  • Investigative writing
  • SEO Strategies
  • Marketing support
  • Technical Documentation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Critical Thinking
  • Article Writing
  • Team Collaboration
  • Editing and proofreading
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Editing and review
  • Creative Thinking
  • Research Writing
  • Originality and Creativity
  • Video Creation and Editing
  • Clear Communication
  • Team contribution
  • Email Communication
  • Fiction Writing
  • Microsoft Office
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Creative Direction
  • Editing proficiency
  • Accuracy and Precision
  • Research and Interviews
  • Story Development
  • Speech Writing
  • Essay Writing
  • Deadline Attainment
  • Data Entry
  • Concept Development
  • Work Copywriting
  • Social Media Content Writing
  • Social Media Platforms
  • Critical Analysis
  • Grammar Comprehension
  • Self-publishing experience
  • Social media proficiency
  • Articulate communications
  • Google Drive
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Decision-Making
  • Dependability and Cooperation
  • Trend Monitoring
  • Material Revising
  • Descriptive Analyses
  • Project Collaboration
  • Advertising support
  • Team Building and Leadership
  • Project Planning
  • Relationship Building
  • Advertising Concepts
  • Production Deadlines
  • Client Relations

Areas Of Interest

  • Travel
  • Business
  • Finance
  • Legal
  • Leisure
  • Health
  • Food
  • Technology
  • Motor sport

Reference Material

  • Https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jch4rWPPhzp_5Mm7PHbUl1VDezs_Wcw4qwVIidSAi7Q/edit?usp=sharing
  • Http://www.nylaplas.com/
  • Http://www.boatchandlersguide.com/
  • Http://www.toyotaalphardguide.com/
  • Http://www.pebbleside.com/

Skills Attained In

  • Administrative Assistance
  • Aerospace & Aviation
  • Analytics
  • Automotive
  • Business Operations
  • Customer Service
  • Education & Instruction
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Production & Manufacturing
  • Project Management
  • Quality Assurance
  • Retail
  • Sales
  • Technology

Eligible To Work In U K

True

Personal Information

  • Total Experience: 45
  • Highest Education Level: Certificate of Higher Education (Equivalent to 1st years bachelor degree)
  • Title: Freelance Writer
  • Driving License: Cars, Light Vehicles, Motorcycles

Timeline

Freelance Writer and website content developer

BCG Ltd.
12.2009 - Current

Technical Manager

Nylaplas Engineering Ltd.
12.1998 - 12.2009

Technical Sales Manager

Epsom Glass Industries Ltd.
12.1997 - 12.1998

Works Manager

Bridgwater Industrial Finishers
12.1996 - 12.1997

Technical Sales Representative

Simons Reeve Ltd.
12.1995 - 12.1996

UK Sales Engineer

Clares Merchandise Handling Equipment Ltd.
12.1994 - 12.1995

Senior Production Engineer

Clares Merchandise Handling Equipment Ltd.
06.1989 - 12.1994

Planning Cost Engineer

Clares Merchandise Handling Equipment Ltd.
03.1989 - 06.1989

Sales Estimator Coordinator

Wilsher and Quick Ltd.
12.1988 - 03.1989

Industrial Engineer

FKI Crypton (formerly TI Crypton)
01.1978 - 12.1988

Trading College Pro-Trader Course -

RSA Certificate in Microsoft Windows, Word and Excel -

Certificate in Strategic Management -

DBS Management Consultants Certificate -

ISO9002 Internal Auditing Certificate -

Clares Business of the Year Award -

BTEC in Management Studies -

HNC in Mechanical and Electrical Production Engineering -

TEC Certificate in Mechanical and Production Engineering -

EITB Certificate in Engineering -

City and Guilds of London Institute certificate in Engineering -

Wayne Broad