Storytelling has always been my passion. Throughout my career, I learned about the different techniques of story creation and how to write a compelling and heart-grabbing piece. I strive to create content that inform people about different topics or stories that I felt needed to be heard.
I've written articles and stories that were published in various magazines and websites. Additionally, I've crafted scripts and blogs for digital marketing campaigns for renowned global brands. Some of my work has been picked up by major news outlets such as CNN and Fox News. Below are some writing samples from my recent work.
(Food and Drinks)
Bettendorf native turns old Jiffy Lube into America’s first indoor coffee and energy bar drive-thru
Iconic Coffee and Energy Bar is bringing a fresh and innovative concept to our community, transforming an old oil change shop that remained vacant for three years after it closed into an iconic spot for those who need that extra boost of energy throughout the day.
Bierstube owners bid farewell after 22 years
It’s a bittersweet “auf wiedersehen” as the owners of the legendary Bierstube Bar and Grill, Dieter and Nancy Rebitzer, announce their retirement after 22 years of serving authentic German cuisine.
(Business Profiles)
Elevate your cannabis experience with Ritual Colorado
Founded by a visionary former corporate finance executive, this isn’t your average smoke shop – it’s a gateway to a new era of cannabis consumption that perfectly complements Colorado’s active lifestyle.
Big Docks’ tiki bar boats from Princeton make waves in ‘Coolest Thing Made in Iowa’ Contest
Combining the relaxed atmosphere of a tiki bar with the thrill of boating, these floating bars offer a unique and enjoyable experience like no other. With the opening of voting for “Iowa’s Coolest Thing,” tiki bar boats are making waves as a standout contender.
(Health and Wellness)
Icy trend sweeps through as locals embrace cryotherapy for physical, mental well-being
An icy trend in wellness is making waves globally. Searches for ‘Ice bath’ have surged 536% worldwide in January 2024. Ice bath is one of several types of cryotherapy that many people, including celebrities, have turned to for effective recovery, seeking both physical and mental wellness benefits.h/
Social media ‘skinfluencers’ drive younger generation’s interest in aesthetic treatments
With platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube taking center stage, the younger generation is becoming more interested in skincare routines and aesthetic treatments like never before, as they get heavily influenced by content from ‘skinfluencers’.
(Art & Culture)
Quad Cities area young artists celebrate America with new mural in Rock Island
A group of talented young artists is putting the finishing touches on a vibrant new mural in Rock Island, Illinois.
Couple donates ‘transformative’ $14 million of art to Figge
The Figge Art Museum said they’ve established The Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing after Randy and Linda Lewis of Davenport donated 44 works of modern and contemporary American art valued at $14 million by Christie’s in New York.
13-year-old girl spends more than $100,000 on personalized manga illustrations
The recent news about a 13-year-old girl in China who spent around 700,000 yuan ($106,800) on ordering customized manga illustrations from an online illustrator has sparked hot discussion on China’s Twitter-like Sina Weibo. While some have seen this as a sign of a new emerging cultural trend, others call it an exploitation of young fans of the comics and animation world…
(Education)
Japan-mania: Local students dive into Japanese language, culture through study abroad program
In recent years, Japanese culture has made a significant impact on the daily lives of Americans, from shaping culinary choices to sparking a growing interest in language learning.
WIU joins Common App direct admissions program
Western Illinois University has joined the Common App Direct Admissions program, becoming one of the latest institutions to join this network of academic excellence.
(Technology)
Amazon’s state-of-the-art fulfillment center up and running in Davenport
This 2.3 million square feet facility serves as a holding and sorting center that uses cutting-edge robotics technology to streamline and expedite the fulfillment process.
Alibaba unveils self-developed chip amid China’s push for tech self-reliance
Chinese internet giant Alibaba on Tuesday unveiled its new chip for cloud computing, the company’s latest development in the core technology sector amid the nation’s push for technology self-reliance.
(Entertainment)
Common Chord celebrates 20 years of musical impact in the Quad Citie
Common Chord, formerly known as River Music Experience, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. The non-profit organization was initially launched to help boost entertainment and music in the Quad Cities.
Capitol Theater’s revival journey continues in downtown Burlington with new additions
The historic Capitol Theater in downtown Burlington, sat silent and forgotten for decades. However, this once-forgotten gem is now reclaiming its position as a vibrant entertainment hub.
(Human interest)
Nurse wins DAISY Award for organizing early graduation for cancer patient’s children
At Trinity Cancer Center, one nurse’s dedication has won him the prestigious DAISY Award, a symbol of exemplary care and compassion.
Therapy Dogs bring comfort and joy to residents at Davenport nursing home
In senior care facilities across the nation, therapy dogs are spreading joy and companionship, but their impact goes beyond mere comfort. Experts say social interaction with therapy dogs can result in lowered stress levels and blood pressure and even stimulate memory recall and provide emotional support for individuals living with dementia.
(Reportage)
Exclusive interview with UNDP China Country Director Agi Veres.
ONE WORLD, ONE FAMILY, ONE BRIDGE CHAMPION
(Social Trends)
nursing apartments: the LATEST trend for cHINESE seniors
Nursing apartments are becoming a trend among seniors in China’s capital, Beijing. Surrounded by convenient transportation and health care institutions, this new senior lifestyle has attracted many elderly to enjoy the rest of their lives with better services…
The Hottest New Trends that Took Over China in 2016
For many in the West, 2016 will be remembered for Trump, Brexit, terrorism in Europe and an absurd number of pop culture deaths, from Bowie to Muhammad Ali. By comparison, China had an unusually quiet year. Nonetheless, there were still a few goings-on in the world’s most populous country…
(Narrative)
BEIJING LIFE FOR A FOREIGNER AMID THE CORONAVIRUS LOCKDOWN
The Chinese capital, like other cities far from the epidemic’s center, has imposed restrictions and shut down public spaces, in a bid to control the spread of coronavirus but what’s it like for those expats living under the lockdown?
(Top Stories)
TOP 10 NEWS STORIES ON CHINA’S PARTICIPATION IN LMC AND THE MEKONG SUB-REGIONAL COOPERATION IN 2021
TOP 10 STORIES OF CHINA-ASEAN COOPERATION IN 2021
The year 2021 marked the 30th anniversary of China-ASEAN dialogue relations. Despite the protracted pandemic, China-ASEAN cooperation continued strengthening with fruitful results in multiple areas…
Web Content Writing:
Hermix Food Equipment Group Limited
Content writing (incl. SEO keyword research & optimization) for Homepage, About Us, Business Type, Kitchen Equipment, Services, Our Clients, and 3 other pages.
Hermix was incorporated on 29-AUG-2017 in Hong Kong. Their business is recorded as Private company limited by shares. (Keep in mind that they may have changed/updated their content since I worked on their project)
China Report ASEAN
Consulting, setting up website, polishing and proofreading the website content, and managing their blog posts and social media accounts.
A national-level foreign communication platform of China. Affiliated with China Report Press, and China International Publishing Group (CIPG). (Keep in mind that they may have changed/updated their content since I worked on their project)
Video Scriptwriting:
Goldwind Introductory Corporate Video 2020
Peking Opera Live Show
(Scriptwriting: Did You Know Series)
Easing the job market pressure on Fresh Grads
In the coming two months, 8.74 million students in China are set to graduate from college, 400,000 more than last year. As the record high of graduates has put the job market under pressure, the country has fleshed out easing measures to enlarge the employment pool as much as possible.
China Bans Online Sales of E-Cigarettes
China has banned online sales of e-cigarettes and flavored vaping products in the latest blow for the nascent vaping industry. Many netizens see the ban as the right response to what health officials call an “epidemic” of e-cigarette use by teenagers. Do you think banning e-cigarettes is the right solution to the vaping crisis? or will it backfire?
Macao hosts a World Heritage listing anniversary-fest
In celebration of the 15th anniversary of the inscription of the “Historic Centre of Macao” on the UNESCO World Heritage List, the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) hosted an anniversary carnival that kicked off last week, featuring a great variety of activities such as singing and dance performances, special game booths, thematic exhibitions, workshops, and the sale of cultural and creative products.
How 5G Transformed Healthcare
Chinese 5G, which has just been commercialized, played an important role in the epidemic prevention and control. Since the beginning of the epidemic, the country has seen faster and more extensive use of 5G in different areas of medical care such as, Telemedicine, Mobile Emergency Rooms, and Virtual Surgeries.
Digital Currency
The digital yuan is undergoing trial runs across China, and if nationally launched, could be the world’s first sovereign digital currency. Here’s everything you need to know about China’s digital Renminbi (RMB).
Qingdao Sea Turns Green Amid Worst Algae Bloom in Decades
Qingdao is swamped with its worst ever algae infestation in decades. Often regarded as one of the most beautiful and clean cities in China, the algae bloom has now overwhelmed the city’s normally golden beaches, turning the Yellow Sea green and endangering other organisms in the local marine ecosystem.
Scripts for animated Videos:
Cashless in China
In this entertaining yet informative video, I simplified the idea of “e-payment” and how did China become a cashless society. (script and graphics by me)
China’s Space Missions
In this video, I talked about China’s space program and future, the language used in the video was set to address the average audience. (script and graphics by me)
Poverty alleviation:
In the video, I explained how the year 2020 marked a “milestone” for China’s journey to meet its poverty alleviation targets. (script and graphics by me)
For more animated videos check <<Designing>>
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