Founder at Working Author
Greater Los Angeles Area
- Current
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- Contributing Editor at Buzzine Magazine
- Founder at Working Author
- Copywriter at Cal Spas
- Freelance Writer at 944 Magazine
- Past
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- Freelance Writer at Inland Empire Weekly
- Web Copywriter at InfoSearch Media
- Freelance Writer at Valley Scene Magazine
- Web Copywriter at WebVisible
- Freelance Writer at In the Scene Magazine
- Education
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- University of California, Riverside
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René Garcia’s Summary
I have been a freelance writer for four years, writing for regional publications in Southern California, reviewing films, restaurants and conducting interviews. I am currently a professional copywriter, specializing in Search Engine Optimization and marketing. I work quickly, prolifically and well without supervision.
In my double life, I am an aspiring screenwriter. My short term goal is to get my completed screenplay optioned by Joel Silver, since he owns the movie rights to the brand on which my screenplay is based. My long term goals involve thriving as an independent/industry filmmaker.
René Garcia’s Specialties:
Search Engine Optimization, Branding and Identity, Interviewing Abilities
René Garcia’s Experience
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Contributing Editor
Buzzine Magazine
(Writing and Editing industry)
2008 — Present (1 year)
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Founder
Working Author
(Writing and Editing industry)
October 2007 — Present (1 year 10 months)
A blog and faux webzine dedicated to the entertainment industry and the writing lifestyle.
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Copywriter
Cal Spas
(Privately Held; 501-1000 employees; Consumer Goods industry)
May 2007 — Present (2 years 3 months)
My regular duties include writing copy for flyers and other marketing collateral, including brochures, newsletters and press releases. I am also responsible for maintaining the copy on the Cal Spas Web site, writing with SEO in mind. My irregular duties have included Web design, managing talent for tradeshows and editing scripts for video shoots.
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Freelance Writer
944 Magazine
(Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Publishing industry)
January 2007 — Present (2 years 7 months)
From time to time, I pitch article ideas that I think will fit with the publication's brand of Orange County lifestyle. Pitches can range from live comedy troupes to meditation, depending on the issue. If the article is approved, I write anywhere from 500 to 1000 words on the idea.
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Freelance Writer
Inland Empire Weekly
(Publishing industry)
November 2007 — July 2008 (9 months)
I am one of the few restaurant reviewers for the magazine. Typically, I will scout a location and pitch it to my editor. If it is approved, I will write a 500 to 750 word review. Occasionally, a restaurant will invite the publication to review it and my editor will usually send me.
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Web Copywriter
InfoSearch Media
(Public Company; 51-200 employees; Internet industry)
November 2006 — May 2007 (7 months)
I wrote Web copy for a number of domestic and international Web sites, focusing on SEO. Due to my writing and productivity, I was considered for special assignments.
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Freelance Writer
Valley Scene Magazine
(Public Company; 11-50 employees; Publishing industry)
October 2004 — December 2006 (2 years 3 months)
Due to the publication's entertainment industry focus, I covered junkets, film screenings and roundtable interviews. I also reviewed restaurants and stage performances. Word counts would range from 500 to 1000 per article.
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Web Copywriter
WebVisible
(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Online Media industry)
July 2006 — September 2006 (3 months)
Created keyword phrases and marketing blurbs for domestic Web sites to increase page rankings.
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Freelance Writer
In the Scene Magazine
(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Publishing industry)
September 2005 — January 2006 (5 months)
I focused solely on restaurant reviews around Los Angeles County, covering mainly fine dining establishments. Word counts ranged from 500 to 1000 words.
René Garcia’s Education
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University of California, Riverside
Creative Writing 2000 — 2004
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René Garcia’s Interests:
Creative Non-Fiction, Screenwriting, Play Writing, Film, Stage Performances, Acting, Public Speaking, Pencil Sketching, Fine Dining
René Garcia’s Contact Settings
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