Sara Ferrando Estarlich

I was sent to perform a variety of tasks, in which I:

• Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
• Represented the organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services (for example, distributing food and water to those in need).
• Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns (such as at Carrefour during Christmas to pick out toys we would later give out to children in need).
• Coordinated food drives for improved local food bank stock levels.
• Strengthened community bonds, participating in interfaith dialogues and events (workshop where I spoke with people of other faiths and cultures, such as Romani or Muslim people, primarily about relationships).
• Helped clients navigate social services system and access needed resources.

I also took care of picking up food and water and storing it in an organized matter, alongside my fellow volunteers.

My job is primarily to work together with the other five team members, keep in contact with guest artists and writers, review contributor applications, and ensure the timely completion of tasks from our project schedule. I've also been a key figure in identifying potential risks and proposing solutions to mitigate issues. Among other things, I:

• Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Supported our organizer in strategic planning initiatives, contributing to overall organizational goals.
• Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
• Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.

As one of three moderators, I:

• Moderated online discussions to ensure adherence to community guidelines and foster positive engagement.
• Reviewed user-generated content for compliance with platform policies, addressing issues promptly.
• Provided real-time feedback and support to users, promoting a welcoming environment for all participants.
• Implemented effective conflict resolution techniques during heated discussions, maintaining community harmony.
• Fostered a culture of respect among users by modeling positive communication skills and promoting constructive dialogue.
• Provided ongoing feedback to content creators, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement of materials.
• Identified opportunities for cross-promotion with other online communities, driving increased traffic and engagement.
• Boosted community engagement through timely responses to comments and inquiries.
• Collaborated with fellow moderators to create a safe, inclusive online environment for users.
• Maintained strict adherence to confidentiality standards when handling sensitive user information or disputes involving personal matters.
• Proactively identified potential sources of friction within the community and implemented measures to prevent escalation into larger issues.
• Consistently enforced community guidelines through fair application of disciplinary actions such as warnings or temporary bans.
• Enhanced user experience by addressing and resolving conflicts in online forums.

• Edited and reviewed content for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Edited and revised wide array of content for accuracy, clarity and consistency.
• Wrote and created content for various topics and mediums.
• Researched topics to create accurate and engaging content.
• Suggested improvements to content to enhance quality and accuracy.
• Drove accuracy of content through careful proofreading and fact-checking.
• Acquired in-depth knowledge of content areas to provide effective edits.
• Collaborated with writers, designers and other editors to deliver content of highest quality.
• Developed and maintained editorial standards for content.
• Provided concise and constructive editorial feedback to writers to improve article and story writing.
• Implemented feedback from peers to refine written materials and boost quality.
• Participated in team brainstorming sessions to generate innovative content ideas.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality editorial work.
• Maintained open lines of communication with authors throughout the editing process, resulting in smoother collaborations.
• Enhanced editorial standards by implementing rigorous proofreading processes.

As a humble self-published author acknowledged by the Biblioteca Valenciana Nicolau Primitiu, I have had to claw my way up from nothing on my own. Near the end of 2025, I will publish my sixth book, which my readers eagerly await. In addition to everything mentioned in the Editor section, I:

• Collaborated with design teams to create compelling visual narratives aligning with written material.
• Managed social media accounts, crafting posts that drove follower interaction.
• Balanced attention to detail with meeting word count targets showcasing ability to comply with specific guidelines.
• Adapted writing style according to project requirements, exhibiting versatility in storytelling.
• Conducted thorough research before writing, ensuring accuracy and authenticity in all published works.
• Completed projects ahead of deadlines, effectively managing time and setting priorities for multiple assignments.
• Mentored aspiring writers through workshops and one-on-one sessions, fostering their growth and improving their skills.
• Enhanced reader engagement by developing compelling characters and unique storylines in various literary genres.
• Explored unconventional narratives to create innovative stories that captivated readers and challenged traditional storytelling norms.