Brenda Bastian
About Brenda Bastian
Brenda Bastian is a Snapchat Copy Editor fluent in English and Spanish, currently working at Jellysmack in Paris, France. She has a background in education and social media management, with experience in translating and proofreading subtitles for major platforms.
Work at Jellysmack
Brenda Bastian has been employed at Jellysmack as a Snapchat Copy Editor for English and Spanish since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for translating and proofreading Spanish to English subtitles across various major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. Her work contributes to brand safety by flagging content for Snapchat, ensuring the protection of the company's image and its creators. This position is based in Paris, France.
Previous Experience in Education and Social Media
Before joining Jellysmack, Brenda Bastian worked at Mt. San Antonio College from 2017 to 2020. She served as a Supplemental English Instructor and Social Media Manager during her three years there in Walnut, California. Her experience in education and social media management provided her with skills in content creation and audience engagement, which are valuable in her current role.
Educational Background
Brenda Bastian studied at Mt. San Antonio College, where she earned an Associate of Arts degree in English from 2015 to 2017. She furthered her education at the University of California, Los Angeles, obtaining a Bachelor of Science and Letters in Comparative Literature from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, she attended Baldwin Park Culinary Arts Academy, where she studied Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management from 2010 to 2012.
Professional Experience Prior to Jellysmack
Brenda Bastian has a diverse professional background. She worked as a Lead Program Leader at THINK Together from 2011 to 2013. Following that, she spent four years as a Shift Supervisor at Starbucks from 2013 to 2017. These roles contributed to her leadership and management skills, which she applies in her current position.
Language Proficiency and Editing Expertise
Brenda Bastian possesses expertise in editing content for both UK and US English, as well as Mexican and European Spanish. Her language skills enhance her ability to produce accurate and culturally relevant content for a global audience, making her a valuable asset in her role as a copy editor.