Leslie Benson

About Leslie Benson

With a background in journalism and content marketing, I\'ve been a professional writer and editor since My work has been featured in more than 30 digital and print publications, covering a wide variety of subjects, including health, music, business, and technology. At my core, I\'m a passionate storyteller and content creator with the drive to inspire readers, provide solutions and propel change. By merging carefully crafted content with SEO keywords, I know how to successfully get more customers and backlinks to your website. The best part? Great content helps us to better understand the human condition. It can also build personal connections between brands and customers. I understand how to blend the right amount of journalistic integrity with a flair for content marketing. During my career, I’ve been fortunate to share the stories of people from all walks of life – from music icon Tori Amos on her views of motherhood to small business owners on thriving in a challenging economy. I’ve also told my own stories through songwriting and blogging. Storytelling in its many forms has given me vision, passion, and purpose. My lifelong pursuit of creative endeavors continues with each new challenge. I look forward to the opportunities that await me. Reach out if you\'re interested in starting a conversation! Key Skills: Writing and editing; custom publishing; content development; content management; content marketing; content strategy; content management systems (CMS); marketing communications; digital marketing; search engine optimization (SEO); SEO strategy; media relations; public relations; social media marketing; project management.

Experience

1. Senior Content Marketing Manager

   Renew Wellness Brands

   Oct 2024 — Present

Education

• Wright State University

  Bachelor of Arts, English: Creative Writing

  1999 — 2004

• Indiana University Bloomington

  N/A, Journalism (Master of Arts Program)

  2004 — 2004

• Ball State University

  Master of Arts, Journalism

  2005 — 2006

Skills

• Editorial
• Public Relations
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Graphic Design
• Newspapers
• Blogging
• Digital Marketing
• Email Marketing
• Web Design
• Content Development
• Ap Style
• Proofreading
• Editing
• Project Management
• Social Media
• Content Management Systems (Cms)
• Copy Editing
• Social Networking
• Social Media Marketing
• Writing
• Media Relations
• Magazines
• Newsletters
• Communication
• Press Releases
• Marketing Communications
• Content Marketing
• Feature Articles
• Photography
• Facebook
• Storytelling
• Journalism
• Publishing
• Microsoft Office
• Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
• Publications