Megan Newton

About

With over five years of experience, I specialize in crafting SEO-optimized content across a range of industries, including mental healthcare, behavioral science, food, recipes, and digital marketing. With a BA in English and double minors in biology and professional writing, my expertise is backed by a hefty academic career. I've worked with a variety of top websites, including those with over 10 million monthly visitors, and one of my most recent bylines is through Better Homes and Gardens.

Experience

• Freelance Commerce Writer - Better Homes & Gardens · Dotdash Meredith07-01-2024

  Write and update timely and trending shopping articles that generate strong affiliate revenue Use data and analytics to brainstorm and guide content decisions Collaborate closely with writers and editors on the Commerce team and across Dotdash Meredith Keep up with all things related to Amazon, including new product launches and sales Build own content within CMS Research, reach out to, and interview experts to provide background information and quotes as needed

• Freelance Content Writer · Self-Employed12-01-2018

  Proactively researched and maintained an up-to-date knowledge of annual SEO trends and techniques in order to draft high-ranking content. Created high-value SEO content for various niches, including affiliate marketing, animals, mental healthcare and rehabilitation, food and recipes, and digital marketing. Collaborated with clients to ensure successful projects, including blogs, resumes and cover letters, and website content. Excelled in a completely remote environment by thriving both independently and in collaboration with a cross-functional team made up of infographic designers and editors. Utilized critical research skills to analyze and incorporate scholarly articles to create authoritative content to be published in online encyclopedias

• Freelance Guide Writer · TheGamer01-01-2024 – 07-01-2024
• Freelance Animal Content Writer for A-Z Animals · Flywheel Publishing LLC09-01-2021 – 03-01-2024

  Drafted high-quality content in collaboration with cross-functional teams Utilized current trends, events, and research publishing to spearhead new content through the proposal, drafting, and publishing process. Search engine optimized content in accordance with WordPress and YoastSEO. Created immersive content that utilized back-linking and a variety of authoritative sources. Spearheaded editing and proofreading of content before submitting to content and optimization editors for final touches.

Education

• Wingate UniversityBachelor's Degree, English
• Richmond Community CollegeAssociate's Degree, Science

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