Mackenzie McAnear
Resume
Summary
I’m a writer, editor, and graphic designer with 8+ years of experience in writing and editing. Currently, I serve as a Writing Center Tutor at Lone Star College CyFair, where I edit academic papers and develop engaging marketing materials to promote the Writing Center. I’m proficient in Mac OS and experienced with Wix, Canva, Adobe Photoshop and various editorial tools. I can balance multiple projects efficiently and bring creativity, a keen eye for detail, and a collaborative spirit to every task. I’m seeking roles in writing, editing, and content marketing where I can apply these strengths.
Professional Skills
Writing & Editing
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Proofreading
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Creative Writing
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Technical Writing
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Copywriting
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Copyediting
Design & Multimedia
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Graphic Design
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Canva
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Adobe Photoshop
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Web Design (Wix)
Software
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Microsoft 365
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Google Workspace
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Windows OS
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Mac OS
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Grammarly
Marketing
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Content Marketing
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Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, BlueSky)
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Flyer/Poster Design
Job Experience
Writing Center Tutor
Lone Star College (CyFair)​
Cypress, TX
November 2023–Present
Supported many college students in one-on-one tutoring to enhance their writing, organization, & grammar. Designed 10 engaging workshop PowerPoints to enhance student writing, time management, and study skills. Developed a comprehensive resource binder containing diverse writing styles & techniques. Produced the 2024 promotional video to increase Writing Center visibility & engagement. Pitched & implemented ideas to grow Writing Center visibility, including designing promotional flyers.
Tutor
Huntington Learning Center (Memorial)
Memorial, TX​
April 2023–Present
Tutored PK–12 students in writing and literacy skills, adapting methods to individual learning needs. Fostered academic growth in diverse subjects, adapted teaching methods to individual learning styles. Helped with admin by organizing students’ old worksheets.
Merchandiser
Total Wine & More (Copperfield)
​Houston, TX
Apr 2023–January 2025
Executed online order fulfillment and maintained inventory thus increasing store effectiveness. Performed closing procedures, organized inventory and reset store to ensure operational readiness for next day.
Sales Associate
Bath & Body Works (Copperfield)
​Houston, TX
September 2022–January 2024
Assisted customers and processed sales transactions efficiently. Managed inventory, restocked shelves, and handled faulty merchandise.
Writing Intern
The Buzz Magazines
​Bellaire, TX
June–July 2022
Conducted community interviews to research and write four articles about community members and events, including a first-person piece on myself. Edited articles to improve content quality and clarity for a diverse readership. Verified events and added their details to the website “Event Calendar”.
Student Writer & Editor
The Buzz Magazines
​Bellaire, TX
September 2016–May 2018
A contributing writer to the “School Buzz” Junior year of high school. Interviewed fellow students and faculty for seven articles, and sometimes conducted research. Continued as a Student Writer my Senior year and became the editor for two Junior Student Writers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in English, Minor in Creative Writing
Stephen F. Austin State University | Nacogdoches, TX
2022 – Magna Cum Laude
Lone Star College CyFair | Cypress, TX
2018–2020
Transferred to Stephen F. Austin State University to complete Bachelor’s degree.
Published Works
"The Dance"
Asterism, Ohio State Lima
Contributor, 2022
"Rainy"
Surviving the Storm Chapbook, Stephen F. Austin
Contributor, Fall 2022
"Light in the Dark"
HUMID 15, Stephen F. Austin
Contributor, 2021
“Kyser, age 7"
The Buzz Magazines
July 2022
"Losing Hair, Gaining Perspective: Leukemia Patient Reflects on Hair-Loss Journey"
The Buzz Magazines
June 2022
"Hurricane Harvey: Briarwood Students Share Stories and Perspectives"
The Buzz Magazines, School Buzz
Co-authored, October 2017
"Science Wiz at The Briarwood School"
The Buzz Magazines, School Buzz
April 2017
"Swim for Dyslexia"
The Buzz Magazines, School Buzz
November 2016
"Barriers"
The Anthology of Poetry by Young Americans
Contributor, 2016
"Ice"
Surviving the Storm Chapbook, Stephen F. Austin
Contributor, Fall 2022
"Snow Bird"
Surviving the Storm Chapbook, Stephen F. Austin
Contributor, Fall 2022
"Eyes in Color"
HUMID 15, Stephen F. Austin
Contributor, 2021
"Dakota, age 2"
The Buzz Magazines
June 2022
"Heading Toward the Future"
The Buzz Magazines, School Buzz
May 2018
"Assisting Briarwood Students through Scholarship"
The Buzz Magazines, School Buzz
May 2017
"Alumni Game at The Briarwood School"
The Buzz Magazines, School Buzz
February, 2017
"Breaking Down Barriers: The Briarwood School Lunch and Learn on Bullying"
The Buzz Magazines, School Buzz
October 2016
"Where I'm From"
The Anthology of Poetry by Young Americans
Contributor, 2015
Honors & Awards
Sigma Tau Delta English Honor Society (Phi Iota Chapter)
Member since 2021
Dean's Honor Roll, SFASU
Spring & Fall 2021
Community College Transfer-Initial Scholarship, SFASU
2021–2022
President’s List, SFASU
Fall 2020
President’s List, Lone Star College CyFair
Fall 2018, Spring 2019, Fall 2019
Testimonials
“I just wanted to give a big thank you to Mackenzie at the Cy-Fair Writing Center for reviewing my paper for me. She definitely gave me some good tips to improve my paper and I can see myself sending more assignments in the future."
— D. B.
“Thank you for the prompt response. That helps me a lot on revising my paper. I appreciate your help."
— X. X.
“Dear Mackenzie, I am so grateful for all of your help in English this year. Thank you for helping me with my papers and always doing it with such patience and kindness."
— J. M.
“Thank you for the time you spent reviewing my paper and the pointers provided; I greatly appreciate it!"
— M. G.
“Hi Mackenzie! Thank you so much for taking the time to give me this feedback! You’re a life saver!"
— R. S.
(compiled from multiple responses.)
“This is great! Thank you so much for your feedback, it’s very helpful! I really appreciate it!"
— N. X.
“This is outstanding Mackenzie, I cannot thank you enough! Thank you so much for taking the time to review the paper and for the written edits. I will make the corrections. God bless!"
— J. M.
“Thank you so much for your help! I will definitely consider your feedback to make my essay better."
— S. L.
“Thank you so much for your help, Ms. McAnear. I found the tutoring session very helpful, and I will be scheduling with you again for my next paper if you are available!"
— K. F.