Cristina Santiestevan :: Environmental writer

Experienced writer and creative, outside-the-box thinker with a strong background in science and
conservation issues. Skilled at accurately adapting complex scientific topics to maximize public
understanding through publications, websites and museum exhibitions. Solid understanding of
communication and interpretation best practices. Proven ability to motivate behavioral change and
conservation action through publications and museum exhibitions.

Strong belief that quality writing entertains while it educates, and that complex topics can be
communicated without using big words or run-on sentences.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Freelance Writer :: 2008 – present
Feature articles, columns and service pieces for consumer magazines and nonprofit member publications. Regular contributor to several nonprofit blogs. Specializing in topics related to wildlife conservation, climate change and other environmental issues and solutions. Also writes about topics of green living, organic gardening and active, healthy lifestyles.

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Communications Consultant / Owner :: Red Bug Media :: 2000 – present
Original content for print and online projects for nonprofit organizations, museums, zoos and aquariums. Exhibit content development. Consulting for user experience issues and community development relating to website design, social media and traditional media.

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Exhibit Content Manager & Senior Writer :: New England Aquarium :: 2007 – 2008
Developed concepts and messaging priorities for New England Aquarium publications and exhibits.
Researched topics and wrote content for publications, exhibits and supporting materials. Led review
process to ensure scientific accuracy of all finished materials. Communicated with diverse audiences,
from schoolchildren to businesspeople. Participated in high-level strategy and editorial meetings;
influenced messaging goals and priorities for New England Aquarium publications and exhibits.

Senior Writer & Content Developer :: New England Aquarium :: 2005 – 2007
Developed and wrote content for New England Aquarium publications and exhibits. Projects included
feature articles, profiles, e-newsletters, web copy, conservation and educational materials, business
documents, and media and promotional materials. Participated in editorial and strategy meetings.

Conservation Associate :: New England Aquarium :: 2000 – 2004
Developed and wrote content for conservation programs, publications, grants and exhibits.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Society of Environmental Journalists

National Association of Science Writers

EDUCATION

Masters :: Biology :: Boston University

Bachelors :: Biology and English :: Williams College