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Location:
Dallas, United States (GMT-06:00)
English Skills:
(self-assessed)
5.0
Member Since:
July 21, 2008
Last Worked:
October 5, 2009
oDesk Ready:
Yes
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Kyle West
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Writer w/ Top-Rated English Skills for Web Content, Copywriting, etc.
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Freelance
Technical Writer
,
United States
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$20.00
/hr
Overview
Résumé
Work History & Feedback (20)
Tests (6)
Portfolio (6)
I am not accepting new assignment.
See All Work History & Feedback
(20 items, with Feedback)
Recent Work History & Feedback
Buyer ID
From/To
Job Title
Paid
Feedback
63947
06/2009 - Present
Articles May 2009
$83 (fixed-price)
Job in progress
16854
01/2009 - Present
Article Writer
$257 (43 hrs @ $6.00/hr)
Job in progress
44003
08/2008 - Present
Sales Copywriter
$50 (fixed-price)
Job in progress
64159
11/2008 - Present
Copywriter
$107 (fixed-price)
Job in progress
43189
10/2008 - Present
Write Descriptions
for certain lists and awards our company is giving.
$12 (fixed-price)
Job in progress
See All Tests Taken
(6 items)
oDesk Tests Taken
Name of Test
Score
Percentile
Date Taken
Duration
U.S. English Chicago Style Editing Skills Test (For Writing Professionals)
4.50
98%
TOP 10%
07/26/2008
12 min
U.S. English Basic Skills Test
4.90
97%
TOP 10%
07/26/2008
11 min
Email Etiquette Certification
3.60
57%
07/27/2008
6 min
Online Article Writing and Blogging Test (U.S. Version)
3.75
52%
07/29/2008
13 min
Creative Writing Test - Fiction (U.S. Version)
3.50
48%
07/29/2008
11 min
Job Category Interests
Writing & Translation
Technical Writing
Website Content
Blog & Article Writing
Copywriting
Other - Writing & Translation
Administrative Support
Web Research
Skills
Skill
Experience
Level
Last Used
Description
Copywriting
3 yrs
4.0
2008
http://www.xsitesdesignstudios
.com/
Wrote all copy for Weblog Design Studios and Xsites Design Studios.
Currently involved in writing fliers, brochures, and web content for Starbright Entertainment.
Consistently receive highest ratings for English skills.
Awarded Emerging Scholar for English.
Editing
4 yrs
4.0
2008
I have been called upon to edit writing ever since I was in high school. However, I have been doing it in a professional capacity for several years. In my day-to-day life as a copywriter, much of my job is editing. Clients provide me with a rough outline of what they would like to say and I simply polish it up a bit. I have done edits/rewrites for several small business websites and Raytheon technical manuals.
Photography
7 yrs
3.0
2008
Ability to shoot quickly in a photojournalistic style.
Skilled at covering live events from "ground level."
Research Proposal Writing
1 yrs
4.0
2009
I have drafted proposals for social research, specifically in the realm of medical anthropology.
These proposals have been tailored for non-profit organizations, large foundations and corporations, and government agencies.
Technical Writing
9 yrs
2.0
2002
Edited Raytheon technical manuals for AN/SLQ-32(V)5 while enlisted in the U.S. Navy.
Wrote instruction manual for simulation program of Harpoon missile training system aboard the USS Reuben James.
Wrote instruction manual for audio/visual presentation system while working at the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyards.
Typing 50+ WPM
17 yrs
4.0
2008
I am able to type at a sustained rate of approximately 50 words per minute with a minimum of errors.
Certifications
Date Earned
Name
Score
Percentile
Organization
Description
2008
Typing Speed & Accuracy
2.98
67%
Brainbench
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Employment History
From
To
Company
Title/Role
Description
05/2009
Present
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Research Technician / Independent Contributor
I conduct rheumatology research at the Veterans' Affairs hospital in Dallas. This work consists of writing research proposals, conducting quality of life interviews, and preparing tissue sample for shipment to a laboratory/tissue bank.
06/2008
Present
Kwest Copywriting Services
Freelance Writer / Independent Contributor
Kwest Copywriting Services is my own freelance copywriting business. I specialize in writing marketing literature for small businesses, such as insurance and real estate agents, entertainers, and coffee shops. My responsibilities include:
-Meeting with clients, either in person or over the phone to discuss what is desired.
-Performing in-depth research into the client's business, their customer base, and the industry in which they work to make sure that all written work has the desired impact.
-Managing several projects simultaneously without sacrificing the individual treatment each client deserves.
-Performing rewrites based on suggestions by the client to ensure customer satisfaction.
I am also available for any other writing jobs, such as articles, blogs, product descriptions, and historical research.
01/2006
06/2008
Progressive Insurance
Claims Representative / Independent Contributor
Progressive Insurance is the third largest insurer of automobiles in the United States. As a claims representative, my responsibilities included:
-Handling all aspects of an automobile claim.
-Properly explaining all steps involved in the resolution of the claim, both verbally and through written correspondence.
-Handling a large work volume without sacrificing efficiency or accuracy.
01/2006
06/2008
Weblog Design Studios
Copywriter/Editor / Independent Contributor
Weblog Design Studios and thier subsidiary, Xsites Design Studios are companies that design blogs for private customers and websites for real estate agents. I work as part of a creative team made up of programmers and graphic designers. I am also responsible for all marketing literature for both companies. My responsibilites include:
-Write all web content and correspondence for Weblog Design Studios and Xsites Design Studios.
-Edit all content submitted by web designers.
-Make contact with customers to ensure that all copy written for them acurately reflects the individualism of thier business.
-Ensure that all clients are happy with requested literature.
11/1996
08/2002
United States Navy
Electronic Warfare Technician / Independent Contributor
As an Electronic Warfare Technician, I had a wide range of responsibilites. These included:
-Responsible for operation, maintenance, and repair of the anti-ship missile defense system.
-Regularly edited and suggested necessary changes to technical manuals for the Raytheon AN/SLQ-32(V)5 electronic warfare suite.
-Wrote instruction manual for Harpoon missile training simulator aboard the USS Reuben James.
-Regularly wrote concise intelligence reports and presented information to the ship's officers.
-Managed Command Indoctrination program at the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyards.
-Wrote instruction manual for the set up and use of the audio/visual presentation equipment.
Education
From
To
School
Degree
Area of Study
Description
08/2007
Present
University of North Texas
Masters
Applied Anthropology
21 hours currently completed.
3.57 GPA
I have received education in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
I am specializing in medical anthropology.
08/2002
12/2005
University of North Texas
Bachelors
Anthropology/History
Achieved Dean's List on three occasions.
Awarded Emerging Scholar Award for English.
3.41 GPA
07/2000
03/2002
New York Institute of Photography
Other
Photography
Learned principles of composition, lighting, and shutter and film speed.
Trained in black and white film development and print making.
Skilled in the use of flash photography.
Specialize in a photojournalist style of photography.
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Project Title:
Catalystic Limited
Attachment:
none
Completed:
08/22/2008
Category:
Writing & Translation > Website Content
URL:
http://www.catalystic.com
Description:
This is a website for a company that creates web-based applications for business use. I was brought in to write all the copy for their website prior to its launch. While maintaining frequent contact with the client, I wrote the website content to thier specifications. I also performed independent research to ensure that my copy was written properly with no misrepresentation of the facts.
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Project Title:
Maitlandhouse
Attachment:
none
Completed:
07/30/2008
Category:
Writing & Translation > Copywriting
URL:
http://www.maitlandhouse.co.uk/
Description:
I rewrote the copy for this website, which showcases an office building in southern England. The client specifically requested that UK English be used.
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Project Title:
Xsites Design Studios
Attachment:
none
Completed:
06/16/2008
Category:
Writing & Translation > Copywriting
URL:
http://www.xsitesdesignstudios.com/
Description:
I wrote all the copy for the Xsites Design Studios site with the exception of the staff biographies, which were supplied individually. The attached example is the services page, which was the longest and most challenging for this particular project. Writing accurate copy for this page required me to do in-depth research about the services offered. I also had to take the perspective of the audience, mainly real estate agents, into account when deciding the tone of the copy. All copy for the services page was completed in a single night - approximately five hours of work.
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Project Title:
Starbright Entertainment Booking Flyer
Attachment:
sharon-brochure.pdf - 207.882KB
Completed:
05/01/2008
Category:
Writing & Translation > Copywriting
URL:
none
Description:
This is a publicity flyer for a small entertainment company in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. I was asked to write the copy for this to showcase the particular talents of the vocalist listed. After listening to her singing, I was able to properly represent her in copy. The copy on the flyer was written in about two hours. I did not design the graphic elements of the flyer.
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Project Title:
The Adventures of Doghouse Reilly
Attachment:
none
Completed:
04/28/2008
Category:
Writing & Translation > Blog & Article Writing
URL:
http://www.dhreilly.com/
Description:
This is my personal blog (which has been neglected as of late). It is about my personal exploration of philosophy, from a non-philosopher standpoint. I think this site displays my ability to write in a concise, yet grammatically correct fashion.
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Project Title:
Weblog Design Studios
Attachment:
none
Completed:
04/21/2008
Category:
Writing & Translation > Copywriting
URL:
http://www.blogstudios.com/
Description:
I wrote all the copy for Weblog Design Studios, with the exception of the staff biographies, which were supplied by each individual. The project involved interviews with all designers so that the copy would properly represent the unique nature of this company. I am currently under contract to the company to keep the copy updated. All copy for this site was written in a single night.
Hourly Assignment History
Buyer ID
From/To
Job Title
Paid
Feedback
16854
01/2009 - Present
Article Writer
$257 (43 hrs @ $6.00/hr)
Job in progress
52495
01/2009 - 01/2009
Senior Copywriter for web technology marketing project
$80 (4.00 hrs @ $20.00/hr)
5.0 Kyle was prompt to do the test task assignment we prepared as part of our interview process on oDesk. Although he was not the final provider chosen...
L
Provider-to-Buyer Feedback:
5.0
18544
11/2008 - 01/2009
Copywriting - Website and Technical News
$227 (11 hrs @ $20.00/hr)
5.0 Many thanks Kyle for your excellent work
L
Provider-to-Buyer Feedback:
5.0
45988
12/2008 - 01/2009
Copywriter
$433 (22 hrs @ $20.00/hr)
5.0 Kyle was excellent to work with. Friendly, always available and went above and beyond on his work. The output was very good. Great work. I would ha...
L
Provider-to-Buyer Feedback:
5.0
73954
01/2009 - 01/2009
Web Article Writer
$123 (8.17 hrs @ $15.00/hr)
5.0 Kyle did an excellent job and was a pleasure to work with. The job was completed on time and responded immediately to communication. I ...
L
Provider-to-Buyer Feedback:
5.0
41528
08/2008 - 12/2008
Blogger For Consumer Protection Sites
$974 (81 hrs @ $12.00/hr)
5.0 Excellent work.
L
Provider-to-Buyer Feedback:
4.5
60744
11/2008 - 11/2008
Web Content Researcher/Web Content Writer
$90 (9.00 hrs @ $10.00/hr)
5.0 Absolutely love working with Kyle. He writes very well and has the greatest attitude. I will continue to work with him on an assignment and as need...
L
Provider-to-Buyer Feedback:
5.0
58987
10/2008 - 10/2008
Copy
$80 (5.33 hrs @ $15.00/hr)
No feedback given
L
Provider-to-Buyer Feedback:
5.0
43104
08/2008 - 09/2008
Writer (Adult Content)
$767 (77 hrs @ $10.00/hr)
5.0 Thank you for your work.
L
Provider-to-Buyer Feedback:
5.0
16854
07/2008 - 08/2008
Writer
$75 (25 hrs @ $3.00/hr)
5.0 Thanks Kyle! Hope to work with you again soon.
L
Provider-to-Buyer Feedback:
5.0
41706
08/2008 - 08/2008
Writer required for new Website
$80 (8.00 hrs @ $10.00/hr)
5.0 Kyle was fantastic to work with and delivered excellent copy. He understood the brief well, asked probing questions, researched the topics an...
L
Provider-to-Buyer Feedback:
5.0
Fixed-Price Assignment History
Buyer ID
From/To
Job Title
Paid
Feedback
63947
06/2009 - Present
Articles May 2009
$83
Job in progress
44003
08/2008 - Present
Sales Copywriter
$50
Job in progress
64159
11/2008 - Present
Copywriter
$107
Job in progress
43189
10/2008 - Present
Write Descriptions for certain lists and awards our company is giving.
$12
Job in progress
47577
11/2008 - 01/2009
Writing 100 articles 250 words each
$300
5.0 A+++ Highly recommeded. Great writer. Would definitely hire again.
L
Provider-to-Buyer Feedback:
5.0
68922
12/2008 - 12/2008
$100 writer
$100
5.0
L
Provider-to-Buyer Feedback:
5.0
63947
11/2008 - 11/2008
Marketing
$150
4.6 Kyle was quite flexible in the times that we could communicate and he took the time to do physical research in his community which is time consuming.
L
Provider-to-Buyer Feedback:
5.0
58490
09/2008 - 10/2008
Copywriter for Mortgage Website
$645
5.0 Kyle was easy to work with, completed the task ahead of schedule and the material was exactly whatwe required.
L
Provider-to-Buyer Feedback:
5.0
52860
07/2008 - 08/2008
Content Writer
$54
5.0 Great communication and great writing skills, will use again.
L
Provider-to-Buyer Feedback:
5.0
oDesk Tests Taken
Name of Test
Score
Percentile
Date Taken
Duration
U.S. English Chicago Style Editing Skills Test (For Writing Professionals)
4.50
98%
TOP 10%
07/26/2008
12 min
U.S. English Basic Skills Test
4.90
97%
TOP 10%
07/26/2008
11 min
Email Etiquette Certification
3.60
57%
07/27/2008
6 min
Online Article Writing and Blogging Test (U.S. Version)
3.75
52%
07/29/2008
13 min
Creative Writing Test - Fiction (U.S. Version)
3.50
48%
07/29/2008
11 min
oDesk Readiness Test for Independent Contractors and Company Managers
07/26/2008
37 min
