Alan Palazon
@alanpalazon
Editor and journalist with expertise in content production and strategy.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
As an editor and journalist with four years of experience, I specialize in content production that includes editorial and advertorial features, marketing copy, and blog posts. My expertise in content strategy and SEO optimization has allowed me to significantly increase audience engagement and website traffic through strategic content management.
At GROUP GTI, I played a pivotal role in revamping the science and research website section, which led to a substantial increase in traffic. I have successfully optimized hundreds of web articles for SEO, achieving multiple top-10 Google rankings. My freelance work has further honed my skills in creating tailored content that meets diverse client needs, while my personal editorial project, A World Over Travel Blog, showcases my ability to grow site visits and improve Google rankings through strategic SEO techniques.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Creator & Editor
A World Over Travel Blog
Dec 2022 - Present (2 years 6 months)
As the Creator and Editor of A World Over Travel Blog, I grew monthly site visits to over 4,000 through strategic SEO and improved Google rankings significantly. I manage all site content and conduct in-depth travel research, utilizing my fluency in Spanish for interviews.
Editor
GROUP GTI
Feb 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 10 months)
As an Editor at GROUP GTI, I assisted in editing print publications, commissioned articles, and collaborated with designers to meet strict deadlines. I revamped the science and research website section, optimized content for SEO, and contributed to a website redesign, significantly increasing traffic and engagement.
Content Writer
MAKE LEMONADE
Oct 2021 - Mar 2022 (5 months)
In my role as a Content Writer at MAKE LEMONADE, I wrote over 120 tailored articles, adapting tone and style for diverse client needs. My strong research skills allowed me to produce high-quality content efficiently, leading to an offer for a permanent position.
Freelance Content Writer
Self Employed
Jan 2021 - Mar 2022 (1 year 2 months)
As a Freelance Content Writer, I created SEO-optimized articles and blogs for various clients, developed marketing copy, and managed client relationships. My work involved in-depth research and the creation of data visualizations to enhance content readability.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UPUniversity of Portsmouth
MA Journalism, Journalism
2024 - 2025
Pursuing a Master of Arts in Journalism, focusing on advanced journalistic practices and media ethics.
NPNCTJ via University of Portsmouth
NCTJ Diploma in Journalism, Journalism
2024 - 2025
Pursuing the NCTJ Diploma in Journalism, focusing on practical journalism skills and media law.
HUHeriot-Watt University
CertHE Business Management and Spanish, Business Management and Spanish
2019 - 2020
Completed a Certificate of Higher Education in Business Management and Spanish, enhancing skills in business communication and language proficiency.
TATEFL Academy
TEFL Certification, Teaching English as a Foreign Language
2019 - 2020
Completed a 168-hour Teaching English as a Foreign Language course, equipping with essential teaching methodologies and practices.
ULUniversity of the Arts London
Copywriting Short Course, Copywriting
2021 -
Completed a short course in Copywriting, enhancing skills in persuasive writing and content creation.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United KingdomAuthorized to work in
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