Professional Resume Template for
Content Writer
Elena R. Thorne
Austin, TX
(512) 555-0145
elena.thorne@email.com
linkedin.com/in/elena-thorne | github.com/elenathorne | elenathorne.dev
Professional Summary
Collaborative Content Writer with 5 years of experience producing high-impact digital content for B2B SaaS and e-commerce platforms. Specialized in search engine optimization (SEO), long-form technical blogging, and copy conversion metrics. Proven track record of boosting organic search traffic by 48% and growing email subscriber rates by 22% through structured content strategy. Expert in keyword research, analytics tools, and content management systems including WordPress, HubSpot, Semrush, and Google Analytics.
Work Experience
Content Writer — Clarion Digital Media
Austin, TX | June 2023 – Present
- Authored 120+ SEO-optimized long-form blog posts and whitepapers, increasing organic search traffic to core SaaS products by 45% and generating 1,200 leads over a 12-month period.
- Designed and executed a guest blogging program with 15 industry websites, securing 42 high-authority backlinks and increasing domain authority rating from 34 to 48 in 8 months.
- Collaborated with design and product teams to rewrite landing page copy for 8 software features, boosting click-through-rates by 28% and reducing page bounce rate by 14%.
- A/B tested email newsletter copy for 50,000+ subscribers, increasing average email open rates from 18% to 26% and click-to-open rates by 12% over 6 months.
Junior Content Writer — Vanguard Marketing Group
Dallas, TX | June 2021 – May 2023
- Wrote 250+ short-form marketing emails and social media posts, improving weekly engagement metrics by 35% and growing social followers from 12,000 to 20,000 within 18 months.
- Researched and drafted 48 case studies highlighting customer success, which the sales team utilized to close $320,000 in new contract value over a two-year period.
- Conducted SEO keyword research using Semrush to identify 150+ high-value target keywords, contributing to a 55% growth in non-branded organic search traffic.
- Audited and updated 80+ legacy blog posts for keyword placement and internal links, boosting page rank for 24 primary keywords into the top 5 Google search results.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in English (Concentration in Creative Writing)
Texas State University · San Marcos, TX · 2021
Skills
Search engine optimization (SEO), Content strategy, Copywriting, Technical writing, Editorial calendars, B2B SaaS marketing, Keyword research, A/B testing, Email marketing, WordPress, HubSpot, Semrush, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Markdown, HTML/CSS
Projects
E-commerce Content Optimization Campaign
Role: Lead Writer & SEO Specialist
Tools: Semrush, WordPress, Google Analytics
Led content auditing and SEO optimization for 150 product pages over 4 months, resulting in a 68% increase in organic traffic and a 12% boost in sales conversion rate.
SaaS Guide Launch
Role: Content Lead
Tools: HubSpot, Figma, Google Docs
Authored a comprehensive 40-page guide on remote work productivity, generating 3,400 downloads and $45,000 in pipeline value in the first 90 days after release.
Certifications
- HubSpot Content Marketing Certification (2022)
- Google Analytics Individual Qualification (GAIQ) (2023)
Additional information
- Languages: English (Native), Spanish (Conversational)
- Volunteer Work: Mentored 12 student writers in creative copywriting workshops at the local community center (2023-present)
- Availability: 2 weeks notice
Job Market Insights
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$52,000
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$85,000
Avg:
$67,000
Growth Outlook:
The demand for Content Writers in the United States continues to evolve with the rapid adoption of generative AI tools. While entry-level generalist copywriting roles are experiencing contraction, there is growing demand for skilled writers who specialize in B2B SaaS, technical subjects, and search engine optimization. Writers who can effectively integrate AI into their editorial workflows to increase output speed while ensuring factual accuracy are highly sought after, with specialized content roles projected to grow by 4% over the next decade.
4% growth over 10 years
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