Danae Smith
About Danae Smith
Danae Smith is an Editorial Assistant at Great Minds, where she has worked since 2019. She contributes to content development for the Humanities Team and has a background in administrative support and event coordination.
Current Role as Editorial Assistant
Danae Smith currently serves as an Editorial Assistant at Great Minds, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she contributes to the Humanities Team's content development strategy by writing curriculum support materials. Her responsibilities include supporting the development and management of the Humanities Team’s communications and processes. Danae enjoys providing administrative support and event coordination, which enhances her contributions to the team.
Previous Experience at Great Minds
Prior to her current role, Danae worked at Great Minds as an Executive Assistant from 2018 to 2019. During her one-year tenure, she provided essential administrative support, which included organizing schedules and facilitating communication within the organization. Her experience at Great Minds laid the groundwork for her current position in the editorial department.
Professional Background in Administrative Roles
Danae has a diverse professional background that includes several administrative roles. She worked as an Administrative Assistant at the World Bank Group from 2016 to 2018, where she supported various operational functions for two years. Additionally, she served as a Hospitality Associate at Swiss Post Solutions, Inc. for ten months in 2014-2015, and held positions as a Proofreader Intern and Editorial Intern at the American Geophysical Union in 2011 and 2012, respectively.
Education and Academic Background
Danae Smith earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English from Saint Mary's College of Maryland, completing her studies from 2008 to 2012. Her academic background in English has equipped her with a strong foundation in writing and editing, which she applies in her current role and throughout her professional career.
Passion for Writing and Editing
Danae has a passion for the entire writing process, from brainstorming to editing. This enthusiasm for writing informs her contributions to curriculum development and content creation at Great Minds. Her commitment to the writing process enhances the quality of the materials she develops for the Humanities Team.