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Ellie Roppolo

Ellie Roppolo

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  • Timeline

  • About me

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  • Education

    • St Agnes Academy School

      2012 - 2016
      High School Diploma Magna cum laude

      Activities and Societies: • National Honor Society, SAA/SJ Mixed Chorus, Theater, Harvard Model Congress (SF), Mock Trial Earned the Honors AP English Literature Award and the Honors French 4 Award

    • The University of Edinburgh

      2016 - 2020
      Scottish Master of Arts - MA English Language and Literature First Class Honors

      Activities and Societies: Writer for The Columnist Magazine • Graduated with First Class Honors• Read and analyzed books, theory, and criticism for weekly seminars and lectures• Conducted research for university essays and my undergraduate dissertation• Gained first-hand insight into the international literary landscape• Obtained the tools to analyze literature critically and articulate my opinions clearly• Achieved excellent communication and project management skills due to coursework• Integrated successfully into a different… Show more • Graduated with First Class Honors• Read and analyzed books, theory, and criticism for weekly seminars and lectures• Conducted research for university essays and my undergraduate dissertation• Gained first-hand insight into the international literary landscape• Obtained the tools to analyze literature critically and articulate my opinions clearly• Achieved excellent communication and project management skills due to coursework• Integrated successfully into a different environment and culture after moving abroad for four years• Consistently met deadlines under pressure • Dissertation title: "An Unstable Foundation: Examining the Shifting and Multiplicity of Home in Contemporary American Fiction"• Took specialized courses including: The Body in Literature, American Innocence, Contemporary American Fiction, Republican Visions, Stylistics, Language Contact and the History of English, Pragmatics, and Middle English. Show less

  • Experience

    • The Broad Online Ltd

      Feb 2018 - Apr 2018
      Writer

      • Wrote opinion pieces for this student-led online publication• Gained experience with the editorial process

    • Anthropologie

      Jun 2018 - Aug 2018
      Sales Associate

      • Strengthened my customer service and sales skills• Helped organize the sales floor • Diffused tense situations with patience and diplomacy

    • Hot Tin Roof PR

      Jan 2019 - Dec 2019
      PR and Social Media Intern

      • Created and distributed press releases that saw coverage in publications like The Herald and the BBC • Wrote articles on behalf of clients, some of which were featured in national newspapers like The Scotsman• Gained professional experience with writing and copyediting• Built rapport with members of the press, solidifying my networking and communication abilities• Utilized SEO and media analytics to maximize reach• Researched, pitched, and secured press opportunities• Drafted blog posts and social media content• Multitasked and managed time effectively in a fast-paced environment • Provided general administrative support Show less

    • Fort Bend County Library - University Branch

      Dec 2020 - Oct 2021
      Adult Services Library Assistant

      • Assisted library patrons with finding research. reading materials, and book recommendations • Answered phone calls and allocates study rooms• Organized library materials and supports outreach• Remained up-to-date on new releases, bestsellers, literary awards, and research databases

    • Folio Literary Management

      Oct 2021 - Dec 2021
      Intern

      • Evaluated queries/submissions and read further samples on behalf of Margaret Sutherland Brown• Maintained databases• Assisted with general administrative tasks• Attended weekly Intern Academy sessions to learn about the publishing industry and literary agenting from experts

    • Dystel, Goderich & Bourret

      Jan 2022 - May 2022
      Literary Agency Intern

      • Monitored the slush pile• Requested and evaluated manuscripts from potential new clients• Wrote reader's reports• Assisted with correspondence and administrative duties as needed• Attended masterclasses hosted by industry professionals

    • Massie & McQuilkin Literary Agents

      Jan 2022 - now

      • Managed and responded to unsolicited queries, manuscripts, and proposals to help find potential new clients• Wrote reader's reports• Evaluated materials and provided editorial comments• Helped with administrative tasks and additional projects as needed

      • Junior Literary Assistant & Foreign Rights Associate

        May 2022 - now

      • Editorial Intern

        Jan 2022 - May 2022

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • 120-hour TESOL/TESL/TEFL Teacher Certificate

      Oxford Seminars Certification
      Dec 2020