Shelby Mickler
About Shelby Mickler
Shelby Mickler is a proofreader and copywriter currently working at Odysseys Unlimited, Penguin Random House, and WriteAtHome, Inc. She has a diverse background in writing, editing, and customer service, with experience at various organizations including Clark+Elbing LLP and NASSAU HUMANE SOCIETY INC.
Current Job Roles
Shelby Mickler currently holds multiple roles in the field of writing and proofreading. She works as a Copywriter at Odysseys Unlimited in Newton, Massachusetts, United States, operating on a hybrid basis. She is also a Proofreader for Penguin Random House and a Writing Coach for WriteAtHome, Inc., both of which she performs remotely.
Previous Work Experience
Shelby Mickler's previous professional experience includes a range of positions related to writing, editing, and customer service. She worked as a Proofreader at Clark+Elbing LLP in Boston, Massachusetts, and served as a Communications Coordinator for Odysseys Unlimited. Additionally, she managed customer service at the Nassau Humane Society Inc. and worked as a Staff Writer/Copy Editor for 'The Navigator.' Her early career also included roles as a Career Advisor/Editing Intern at Jacksonville University Career Resource Center and as a Consultant Writer at Shmoop.
Educational Background
Shelby Mickler holds a Master of Arts (MA) in Publishing and Writing from Emerson College, which she completed in 2021. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from Jacksonville University, where she additionally achieved certification in editing. Her foundational education was completed at Home Life Academy, where she earned her High School Diploma.
Skills and Responsibilities
Throughout her career, Shelby Mickler has developed a diverse skill set. She has composed weekly email blasts that substantially increased engagement metrics and collaborated across multiple departments to ensure the accuracy of tour information. Her experience also includes maintaining document databases, revising pre-departure documents, and operating under strict deadlines to produce high-quality marketing materials. Additionally, she has been involved in pitching marketing ideas aimed at diversifying and expanding marketing output.