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Biography

In 2016, after working as a hairstylist for over a decade, I returned to school to become a writer and journalist. In May 2020, I will graduate from Columbia University with a Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing. In August 2020, I will begin a nonfiction creative writing MFA fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis. I am an alumnus of The Association of LGBTQ Journalists’ CONNECT Student Journalism Training Project, led by the editorial director of The New York Times’s news desk, Caroline Que. I have worked for GLAAD, DNAinfo New York, AVENUE Magazine, and Frommer's. I am highly skilled in writing and editing, interviewing and reporting, media and political campaign support, social media management, and research. I am proficient in WordPress, Microsoft Suite, G Suite, and all social media platforms.

Content

Total articles 16

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  How Alcoholics Anonymous lost its way

  By Ben Appel

  May. 11, 2023

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  How Alcoholics Anonymous lost its way

  By Ben Appel

  May. 11, 2023

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  The Tragic Gay Legacy of Madonna’s Most Famous “Vogue” Performance

  By Ben Appel

  May. 28, 2020

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Freelance

Freelancer.com is the largest freelancing and crowdsourcing marketplace in the world, connecting over 81 million employers and freelancers across more than 247 countries. Founded in 2009 and based in Sydney, Australia, the platform allows employers to post jobs while freelancers can bid on these projects. It is publicly traded on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker ASX:FLN. The platform supports a variety of work categories, including software development, writing, design, and marketing. Freelancer.com also offers contests for creative work, where employers can award prize money to winning entries. Users can choose from different membership plans, including free and paid subscriptions, which provide various benefits. The mobile app enhances project management and communication for users on the go. With a diverse customer base that includes individuals, small businesses, and large enterprises, Freelancer.com plays a significant role in the global online economy.