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nDash Writer Profile for Jeff Suwak

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-suwak-277546124
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ghostelectrics

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About Me

I've been writing and editing professionally for over a decade. My experience ranges from technical/science communication to music journalism to fiction.

Before writing and editing, I did reconnaissance in the Second Ranger Battalion, United States Army. I still strive to maintain the standards I learned with the Rangers. I take deadlines seriously and always strive to give more than is expected of me.

My interests include hiking/camping, martial arts, literature, and history (particularly religious history). I read a lot and exercise regularly. I used to compete in kickboxing but now just train.

In taking on any job, I first make sure to figure out exactly what level of creativity and "personal touch" is appropriate. I then tailor my final product to what is necessary.

I prefer building long-term relationships with clients. I'm loyal by nature and enjoy watching my efforts benefit the business I'm working with. Still, I'm always interested to hear about new opportunities!

Industries I Write About

Law & Politics

Post-military life. Special operations. Reconnaissance. Combat arms.
Military

Business

I have over ten years of experience in publishing (with an emphasis on science). I'm an expert in every aspect of publishing
including editing
production
design
and distribution.
Publishing
Technical writing and editing are my primary specializations. However
I'm also an experienced content creator
journalist
and (sometime) copywriter.
Writing & Editing
Travel. Outdoors. Hiking. Camping. Mountaineering. Tracking.
Recreational

Finance

Personal finance. Budgeting. Ways to save. Side hustles.
Financial Services

Education

I've taken many classes through Coursera
Udemy
and some coding camps. I've learned whole new job skills through e-learning
and I've taken classes purely for pleasure.
E-learning

Lifestyle

Interviews. Historical research (my personal favorite).
Music

Technology

I am savvy with the html
css
javascript full stack. I know a bit of Python.
Computer Software
Social media. E-commerce.
Internet

My Writing Samples

Strange Magnetics: How Bing Crosby, Les Paul, an Army Officer, and the Nazis shaped Rock and R

This piece of music history details how the discovery of magnetic tape in Nazi Germany led to the evolution of popular music.

https://www.songfacts.com/blog/writing/strange-magnetics

Save the Oxford Commas

This is a comedic piece on the Oxford comma. It's gotten a good bit of attention online.

https://medium.com/@jeffsuwak/save-the-oxford-commas-53f069392d0c

FABLAB PROVIDES THE SPACE AND THE TOOLS TO TRANSFORM IMAGINATION INTO REALITY

My piece on Tacoma's Fab Lab.

https://gritcitymag.com/2018/01/31/fablab-provides-the-space-and-the-tools-to-transform-imagination-into-reality/

Mean, Mean Mount Storm King

My comical description of the Mount Storm King hike in Olympic National Park.

http://nwestnomad.com/travels/washington-places/mean-mean-mount-storm-king-path-to-stunning-views-littered-with-bodies-of-the-broken-and-dejected/

Experience

Writer

Writing uplifting, inspirational news content.

Company: Liftable

I worked there from 6/2017 until now

Technical Editor

I edit both technical and copy aspects of hydrology and biology reports.

Company: U.S. Geological Survey

I worked there from 11/2010 until now

Travel Writer/Owner-Operator

Northwest Nomad is a travel site dedicated to sharing news and information on Pacific Northwest travel experiences.

Company: Northwest Nomad

I worked there from 10/2016 until now

Music journalist

Interviews with musicians, feature writing, music-quiz preparation, and research of the facts behind the music.

Company: Song Facts

I worked there from 1/2014 until now

Writer

Content writer.

Company: International Association of Professional Editors and Writers

I worked there from 3/2017 until now

Editor

Editing blog content.

Company: Lifehack

I worked there from 11/2016 until now

Content I Write

Blog Post
Article
Social Media
Website Copy
Direct Mail
Other