K. Mc Dermott
About K. Mc Dermott
K. Mc Dermott is a Digital Content Manager with over a decade of experience in web and UX writing and graphic design. Currently self-employed and working with the American Chemical Society, Mc Dermott focuses on enhancing website accessibility and user experience through strategic content management.
Work at American Chemical Society
K. Mc Dermott serves as the Digital Content Manager at the American Chemical Society, a prominent scientific organization. In this role, Mc Dermott manages digital content and implements new website initiatives in collaboration with web operations teams, designers, and content authors. Since joining the organization in 2019, Mc Dermott has focused on enhancing website accessibility and improving user experience through strategic recommendations. This position involves utilizing key performance indicators (KPIs) and Google Analytics to assess the effectiveness of web content.
Freelance Web/UX Writer and Graphic Designer
Since 2012, K. Mc Dermott has been self-employed as a freelance web and UX writer, as well as a graphic designer in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. This role encompasses a range of responsibilities, including the creation and management of digital content tailored to enhance user experience. Mc Dermott collaborates with various stakeholders to implement website initiatives and improve overall accessibility, demonstrating a commitment to effective web design and content strategy.
Previous Experience at The Best Bees Company
K. Mc Dermott worked as a Beekeeper at The Best Bees Company from 2017 to 2019 in the Washington DC-Baltimore Area. This role involved hands-on experience in beekeeping and contributed to the organization's mission of promoting bee health and sustainability. The position provided valuable insights into environmental issues and the importance of pollinators.
Education and Expertise
K. Mc Dermott holds a Master's Degree in Teaching from St. Mary's College of Maryland, achieved in 2011. Additionally, Mc Dermott earned a Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from the same institution. This educational background supports Mc Dermott's expertise in web content management, particularly in utilizing Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) CMS and WordPress for effective content delivery.
Marketing Experience at Plaza Artist Materials
Before joining the American Chemical Society, K. Mc Dermott worked as a Marketing Associate and Social Media Manager at Plaza Artist Materials & Picture Framing from 2015 to 2017 in Silver Spring, Maryland. In this role, Mc Dermott was responsible for managing marketing initiatives and social media strategies, contributing to the promotion of the company's products and services.