Michelle Lee is a veteran writer and editor and enthusiastic home cook with too many un-splattered cookbooks.
Bringing strategy, clarity and cohesion to content challenges.
Wordsmith: Demonstrated passion for language and precision, with strong editorial and rhetorical writing skills that shape perception, drive engagement and turn complex content into compelling experiences.
Leader: Trusted thought partner sought for training, reviewing and providing editorial feedback to peers, agencies and external partners.
Expert communicator: Exceptional at synthesizing complex data, regulations and brand requirements into clear and legally compliant copy that resonates with diverse audiences.
Trusted advisor: Consistently goes beyond assigned scope to identify opportunities, solve problems and deliver solutions that elevate the role and exceed expectations.
Collaborative & cross-functional: Works fluidly across departments to manage workflows, influence brand strategy and ensure cross-channel consistently.
MY NERDY PAST (& PRESENT)
Yes, I’m not ashamed to admit it ... I am a true word nerd. I’m an avid reader (here’s what I’m reading today), and I have an addiction to The New York Times crossword puzzle. So, what’s in it for you? My word-nerdiness means powerful, evocative, effective language that helps you achieve your professional goals (and gives me a little extra joy!).
“The Act of Giving Thanks”
I am very honored to have had my essay, “The Act of Giving Thanks,” featured in the the book This I Believe: Life Lessons and on Bob Edwards’ radio show. Many thanks to Dan Gediman, Mary Jo Gediman and John Gregory of This I Believe, to my past students at Westview Middle School and to my mom, who inspired me!
Master of Arts in Instruction & Curriculum in English, University of Colorado at Boulder.
“Best Should Teach” Award, Outstanding Master’s Plus Graduate for Secondary Education (selected by the faculty of the School of Education) • GPA: 4.0 • Co-Presenter at the Virginia Westerberg Children’s Literature Conference
Bachelor of Arts in English Literature & Bachelor of Arts in French Literature, University of Missouri–Columbia.
Phi Beta Kappa Society • Bright Flight Scholarship (Missouri statewide academic cash scholarship) • University of Missouri Curator’s Scholarship (full tuition and fees for four years) • Roberts Scholar (acceptance into University of Missouri–Columbia School of Law as entering freshman)