Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Awards
Affiliations
Timeline
Certification
Accomplishments
Generic
Claire Keogh

Claire Keogh

Dublin 15

Summary

Results-oriented writing professional with a proven track record of preparing concise and accurate technical documents. Demonstrates expertise in delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines, thriving in fast-paced environments. Exceptional collaborator skilled at working with cross-functional teams to ensure the accuracy and clarity of technical content.

Work History

Freelance Writer /Technical Author

Self Employed Writer
01.2023 - Current
  • Identified markets and developed relationships with editors to supply content and articles for publication in four weekly or monthly magazines.
  • Organised material to present to editors and researched and completed writing tasks.
  • Wrote and edited high-quality content under deadline pressure with an exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
  • Utilised writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.

Higher Executive Officer

An Garda Síochána
01.2008 - 08.2018
  • Worked in this role for ten years as Dublin's regional administrative/training manager, reporting to the Police Commissioner for Dublin on any required projects, including project management, energy management, emergency planning, and housekeeping
  • Assisted in office management and human resources management functions.
  • Participated in monthly training and reporting on the latest trends and products in the industry.

Executive Officer - Legal

Department of Justice
02.2004 - 01.2008
  • Worked for four years in various positions within the Department, doing casework, reporting, interviews, analysis, decision-making, speech editing, and parliamentary questions in a junior management role.
  • Gained significant expert knowledge in each area assigned.
  • Gained relevant qualifications and participated in training opportunities in the legal area.
  • Contributed significantly to the work of each unit I worked in, and left the department on promotion.
  • Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures, and practices.

Senior Associate

Several Employers in Boston area
Boston
1992 - 1999

Customer service professional in a busy airport terminal.

Became an intern to learn about insurance and financial planning businesses and completed examinations for licensing to sell financial products in MA.

Embarked on a journey of professional development, honing administrative and software skills to function as a real estate professional. This growth led to a role in website development and support with one of the largest employers in Boston.

Developed expertise in writing, editing and proofreading technical documents used throughout the business.

Education

Master of Arts - Philosophy

Domuni Universitas
Toulouse, France
09.2024

Certificate - Radio Presenting

Learning Waves Skillnet Radio
Ireland, Remote
01.2023

Masters of Arts - Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, Coaching

ENEB - Barcelona Business School
Barcelona, Remote
10.2022

Post Graduate Diploma - Playwriting and Screenwriting

Falmouth University
United Kingdom, Remote
01.2020

Bachelor of Arts - BA (Hons) - Philosophy and Politics

University College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland
06.1992

Skills

  • HR Operations
  • Training
  • Teamwork
  • Qualitative Research
  • Scientific Writing
  • Subject matter expertise
  • Self Motivation
  • Task Prioritization
  • Analytical Skills
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Relationship Building
  • Attention to Detail

Awards

  • Cum Laude Certification
  • Service Excellence Award

Affiliations

  • Associate Member: Writers Guild of Ireland
  • Professional Member: Irish Writers Centre

Timeline

Freelance Writer /Technical Author

Self Employed Writer
01.2023 - Current

Higher Executive Officer

An Garda Síochána
01.2008 - 08.2018

Executive Officer - Legal

Department of Justice
02.2004 - 01.2008

Senior Associate

Several Employers in Boston area
1992 - 1999

Master of Arts - Philosophy

Domuni Universitas

Certificate - Radio Presenting

Learning Waves Skillnet Radio

Masters of Arts - Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, Coaching

ENEB - Barcelona Business School

Post Graduate Diploma - Playwriting and Screenwriting

Falmouth University

Bachelor of Arts - BA (Hons) - Philosophy and Politics

University College Dublin

Certification

Post Graduate Diploma, Writing for Script and Screen, Falmouth University 2020

Accomplishments

Published self-authored books in several genres in ebook format and paperback on multiple Amazon platforms.

Identified magazine editors to approach for article writing and developed robust working relationships with several as a result.

Claire Keogh