Marlon R. - Global Agent

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New York, United States

Experience

Jul 2024 - Aug 2024

2 months

Global Agent

Portfolio

Developed an EduTech platform gamifying global education for middle and high school students (ages 11–18)
Integrated World News API, Firebase authentication, and Google Cloud Translate
Led front-end development using React and CSS, and backend architecture with Node.js and Express.js

Apr 2024 - Apr 2024

1 month

Streamism

Portfolio

Built a full-stack solo app posing as an infomercial blog to navigate nine popular DSPs
Simplified the ecosystem of DSPs based on users’ listening habits, lifestyle, and tech patterns
Empowered users to share and compare DSPs by their reviews, creating a sense of community
Utilized React, Express, middleware, user authentication, CSS, ChatGPT, AI, and Render

Jul 2023 - Present

2 years 6 months

Software Engineer

Pursuit

Developed full-stack web applications using JavaScript, React, Node.js, SQL, and HTML
Led UX research and project management efforts, delivering responsive, cloud-deployed apps
Collaborated in Agile teams to build APIs, focusing on user-centric design and functionality

Sep 2022 - Mar 2023

7 months

Lead Copywriter

Driven Brands

Led copywriting for digital campaigns across major automotive brands
Ensured cohesive messaging on multiple platforms

Oct 2015 - Jan 2016

4 months

Copywriter, Internal Communications Writer

Ketchum

Created editorial content for the internal site, including concept development
Proofread and edited copy
Designed pages and graphic art for the intranet daily news site and shareable pieces

Jul 2013 - Present

12 years 6 months

Copywriter, Writer, Creative/DJ

Freelance

Created copy for various campaigns including billboards, brochures, and web content for brands like GUESS, Inc.
Produced music and curated cultural events for SONOS
Maintained a strong presence as a DJ at national and international industry events under the name DJ Pelau

Apr 2013 - Jul 2018

5 years 4 months

Blogger/Writer

HuffPost

Covered topics from personified car trends in LA to world music discoveries in Montreal
Explored branding events surrounding Coachella Festival and more

Apr 2011 - Present

14 years 9 months

Blog Host/Senior Editor

…is the Spice of Life! & Island Lime Magazine

Created and edited lifestyle, culture, and music content
Managed a global team of writers and photographers

Jul 1999 - Jul 2009

10 years 1 month

Media Relations Coordinator/Specialist

Farmers Insurance Group

Wrote and launched press releases and media advisories, proofreading, editing, formatting, and distributing through PR Newswire, Business Wire, Vocus, and PRWeb during crises, partnerships, and annual financial disclosures
Spearheaded sourcing and distribution of monthly in-house media clips to measure PR success
Transformed monthly reports to share analytics in earned media, highlighting millions saved in ad equivalency

Summary

Dynamic UX Writer with a unique fusion of Media Communications, Journalism, and Copywriting experience, complemented by Full-Stack Development expertise.

Adept at bridging technical and creative disciplines to deliver user-centric products.

Passionate about driving innovation at the intersection of tech and media through UX research, and product management optimization.