David Parkes
Ouvert aux possibilitésWriter and Editor at Flashscore
Hamilton, ON
À propos
Inspiring editor with five years of content creation and development oversight delivering relevant and engaging content to readers. Successfully collaborates with others to accurately present brand in online media. Strong writing, communication and computer skills and powerful commitment to creativity and innovation.
Compétences
- Souci du détailAvancé
- Communication bilingueAvancé
- CommunicationAvancé
- Service à la clientèleAvancé
- Analyse de donnéesAvancé
- Saisie de donnéesAvancé
- AnglaisAvancé
- FrançaisAvancé
- Google WorkspaceAvancé
- Microsoft ExcelAvancé
- Microsoft OfficeAvancé
- Microsoft OutlookAvancé
- Microsoft WordAvancé
- Sens de l’organisationAvancé
- Résolution de problèmesAvancé
- EspagnolAvancé
- Travail d’équipeAvancé
- Gestion du tempsAvancé
Expérience
Enrollment Officer
RBC CMO
déc. 2025 to juin 2026
Writer and Editor
Flashscore
nov. 2024 to Aujourd’hui
US Sports Editor
Flashscore
nov. 2024 to Aujourd’hui
• Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality written content tailored to specific industries and target audiences. • Developed engaging articles for online publications, resulting in increased readership and social media shares. • Conducted thorough research on diverse topics, producing well-informed pieces that resonated with readers. • Producing exclusive breaking news from conversations with well-informed contacts
Live Text Commentator
Stats Perform
août 2024 to Aujourd’hui
• Covers matches of the world’s biggest clubs, providing clean, accurate copy of all major events that go on in the matches. • Describes key moments with the utmost detail, giving fans full perspective as to what is going on throughout the match
Bilingual Customer Support
RBC PayEdge
mai 2024 to nov. 2025
Belgian Football Expert
Paradine
août 2023 to oct. 2023
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment. • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility. • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Content Writer
OneFootball
mars 2023 to mars 2023
• Enhanced website traffic by creating engaging and shareable blog posts, articles, and social media content. • Boosted reader engagement with carefully crafted headlines and compelling introductions. • Streamlined content production processes through effective project management and collaboration with team members. • Increased brand visibility by consistently producing high-quality, SEO-optimized content. • Ensured accuracy and consistency in all written materials through diligent proofreading and editing.
Sales Floor Representative
Decathlon
août 2022 to déc. 2023
Editor-in-Chief
Last Word on Sports (Extra Time Talk)
avr. 2022 to nov. 2024
• Enhanced publication quality by implementing rigorous editing and proofreading processes. • Mentored junior editors and writers, fostering their professional growth and skill development.
Contributor
Footy Headlines
févr. 2022 to mars 2022
• Wrote compelling, succinct, clear news scripts under tight deadlines. • Wrote and edited communications within assigned beat areas.
Writer/Reporter/Analyst
Various Sites
janv. 2022 to Aujourd’hui
• Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality written content tailored to specific industries and target audiences. • Conducted thorough research on diverse topics, producing well-informed pieces that resonated with readers. • Producing exclusive breaking news from conversations with well-informed contacts
Cashier
Walmart
déc. 2017 to mars 2020
Formation
McMaster University
Bachelor of Arts, Music
Hamilton, ON
2022
• Completed French Minor in June 2022 along with Music Performance diploma in Jazz Piano • Did course overload throughout university • Completed full-year courses in Italian, German, Geography
McMaster University
Music Cognition degree, French minor, Music Performance Diploma (Jazz Piano)
2017 to 2022
Music Cognition degree, French minor, Music Performance Diploma (Jazz Piano)
Langues
- anglaisCourant