C. August Reid
About C. August Reid
C. August Reid is a Software Engineering Apprentice with a diverse educational background in creative writing and software development. He currently works at Kin Insurance and Remotasks, combining his expertise in both fields to enhance technology and creativity.
Work at Kin Insurance
C. August Reid currently holds the position of Software Engineering Apprentice at Kin Insurance, a role he has occupied since 2022. In this capacity, he applies his knowledge of software development to contribute to the company's projects. His work involves developing complex prompts and critiquing responses, particularly in the context of training large language models. This position allows him to merge his interests in technology and creativity.
Education and Expertise
C. August Reid has a diverse educational background. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Television Writing and Production from Columbia College Chicago, where he studied from 2013 to 2016. He further pursued a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at Goddard College from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, he completed a Frontend Engineering program at Turing School of Software & Design in 2022. His education equips him with a unique blend of creative and technical skills.
Background
C. August Reid's academic journey began at Oberlin College, where he studied Political Science from 2009 to 2012. He later attended Tara Performing Arts High School, graduating with a High School Diploma in 2009. His professional experience includes roles in customer service and editorial positions, as well as software engineering, which have contributed to his multifaceted skill set.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current role at Kin Insurance, C. August Reid worked in various positions that enhanced his professional skills. He served as a Customer Service Representative at Sticker Mule from 2016 to 2020, and as Associate Editor at The Pitkin Review from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, he worked as a Software Engineer at Turing School of Software & Design from 2021 to 2022. These experiences reflect his versatility in both creative and technical domains.
Current Projects and Initiatives
In his current role at Remotasks as a Domain Expert in Creative Writing, C. August Reid focuses on developing prompts and providing critiques for training large language models. He is also pursuing the Salesforce Administrator path to further enhance his technical skills. This combination of projects illustrates his commitment to integrating creativity with technology.