Daniel Hirsch

Daniel Hirsch – Ghostwriter

I'm an essayist, reporter, and copywriter with an MFA in playwriting and screenwriting. I like big stories about real people.

Overview

I'm a writer who had written for the web, for the stage, and for the silver screen. I love urban history, unexpected stories of how technology changes our lives, and quirky character studies.
Services
Non-Fiction
Art Entertainment History Sex & Relationships Travel True Crime
Fiction
Historical Fiction Humor & Comedy LGBTQ Fiction Plays & Screenplays
Languages
English (UK) English (US)
Awards
  • Alfred P. Sloan Screenwriting Award
  • Society for Professional Journalist Award
Certifications
  • Member of Dramatist Guild of America

Work experience

Carnegie Mellon University

Jan, 2017 — May, 2017 (4 months)

Taught an advanced playwriting seminar to undergraduate students. Designed syllabus which included the creation of original plays, critical reading, and writing.

Carnegie Mellon University's College of Engineering

May, 2016 — Oct, 2016 (5 months)

Generated personalized webpages and original copy for engineering professors. Shot and edited a series of short promotional videos for department’s internship program.

Mission Local

Jun, 2013 — Jun, 2015 (about 2 years)

Assisted in the daily maintenance and editing of the Mission District's number one hyperlocal news website. Produced original features, breaking news stories, and investigative reports. Lively on-air host of arts and entertainment video series.

Self-employed

Jul, 2012 — Aug, 2015 (about 3 years)

Composed original essays, blog posts, web copy, and promotional material for publications and technology companies including Scoutmob, HowAboutWe, and the Bold Italic.

Google

Jun, 2010 — Jul, 2012 (about 2 years)

Managed and edited content for heavily trafficked help centers. Conducted major rewrite and reorganization of nearly 300 articles leading to a 30% increase in user satisfaction. Led effort to enforce and update Google News' content policies and editorial guidelines. Produced original blog posts for product blog.

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