Dave C
Writer #4949
Joined 3/8/2012
6 Star Rating
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21,907 Projects
132 Endorsements
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Dave C. has written thousands of articles on a variety of topics for websites and numerous print publications, including the Los Angeles Times, Popular Science, Wired, Wired Japan, OMNI, United Press International, Destination Discovery, California Lawyer, Final Frontier, Space News, Ad Astra, The Net, Mondo 2000, Mainstream, Stockton Record, Macalester Today, L.A. Parenting, Honolulu, Charleston, Blast, Ad Busters, Radiance, Diabetes Interview, Mobile Home Monthly, Video Guide, Food and Beverage Journal, S.F. Weekly, Aquarium Fish Magazine, Carnegie Mellon Magazine and The Optimist.

He is curious about everything, and enjoys writing on topics ranging from science, technology and the Internet to pop culture, movies, health, nutrition and disability issues.

Dave has a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism degree from San Francisco State University. He has been freelancing for more than 15 years, and was on staff as an editor at two magazines. He was also a founding editor for Harpoon, a local humor magazine based in San Francisco.

As an editor, Dave has experience in managing and coordinating the work of people in off-site locations. He is a skilled researcher familiar with AP style and is able to juggle multiple projects and deadlines. Dave is proficient at shooting and editing video and photos. He uses search engine optimization for clients who need to improve the ranking of their website materials.

Other editorial projects include writing brochure copy for the Bay Area Bioscience Center, advertising copy for Ogilvy & Mather, press kits and releases for Sanderson & Associates and promotional campaigns for Centex Business Expo. Dave has ghostwritten technical manuals, worked on bank manager training materials, and rewritten abstracts for Future Medicine. Dave was a writer and researcher for corporate philanthropic campaigns for Public Management Institute. He served as editorial consultant for a healthcare newsletter and marketing materials for John C. Osberg & Associates. He was a proofreader and editor of material about Chinese ceramics for the Asian Art Museum, and he generated biographies, features and brochure timelines for the Career Resources Development Center.
Transportation
CBD Products
CBD/Cannabis
High Tech
Electronics
Technology
Non Profit
Medical
SaaS
Agriculture
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Specialties

Dave specializes in articles ranging from blurbs to blog postings to feature-length stories, as well as instructional texts and how-to pieces. He also writes material for newsletters, press releases, timelines, biographies and other promotional material.

Interests

Dave C. is curious about everything, but he is particularly interested in movies, music, history, science and technology, access for disabled people, health, nutrition and humor.

Education

San Francisco State University

Dave C. earned a bachelor's degree in journalism from San Francisco State University.

Software

2,599 Projects Completed

Dave C. has written content about software in a variety of categories for Apple and Windows computers, as well as apps running on Android devices, iPhones, iPads and the iPod Touch. He has written overviews and comparisons of software titles, undocumented features, tips and how-to pieces on topics ranging from desktop publishing and other creative applications to office software and simple but handy utilities.

Medical

2,019 Projects Completed

Dave C. has written hundreds of web pages and blog posts for optometrists on topics including cataracts, pink eye, dry eye, computer vision, the importance of regular exams, bifocals, contacts, amblyopia, diplopia, strabismus and other conditions of concern to patients.

Dave has written web copy, email campaigns, blog posts, social media updates, press releases, white papers, case studies and more for a wide range of medical categories with material targeting patients and professionals, including physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, practice managers and medical organizations’ IT departments.

Topics covered include acute and chronic conditions, surgeries, medications, insurance issues, HIPAA and other regulatory concerns as well as technical information about computer and software systems for medical organizations such as electronic health record (EHR) and practice management applications.

Dave has developed material for doctors, nurses and medical students as well as for patients seeking general physicians and specialists, dentists, optometrists and ophthalmologists. He also creates content showcasing the unique offerings of local veterinarians and providers of complementary therapies including acupuncture, herbal remedies and chiropractic treatment.

Dave has written hundreds of web pages and blog posts for optometrists on topics including cataracts, pink eye, dry eye, computer vision, the importance of regular exams, bifocals, contacts, amblyopia, diplopia, strabismus and other conditions of concern to patients.

Dave has developed content including hundreds of web pages, blog posts and social media updates for general practice doctors, clinicians and ER physicians as well as those focusing on areas such as sports medicine, addiction, plastic surgery, sinus treatment and anesthesia.

Technology

1,364 Projects Completed

Dave C. has decades of experience writing about all forms of technology, from its use in outer space, medicine, agriculture and entertainment, and at business or in the home. He covers new gadgets and the software updates that improve the services these devices provide. Dave C. has written crowdfunding descriptions for start-up companies, social media updates for companies looking to establish themselves as thought leaders or technology experts, and web pages for businesses promoting their newest offerings.

Electronics

1,257 Projects Completed

Dave C. specializes in writing content about Apple products, including Mac desktop and laptop computers, the iPod, iPhone and iPad, and applications and games that run on these devices. He focuses to a lesser extent on Android devices such as smartphones and tablets. He has written material about a wide variety of electronics, such as GPS devices, e-readers, television and audio systems, metal detectors, weather stations, thermostats, smartphones, security systems and video cameras.

High Tech

1,204 Projects Completed

Dave C. has written about high tech for a variety of print publications, including Wired, Popular Science, Final Frontier and Destination Discovery. He has also ghost-written online content for high tech websites and blogs, with material covering smartphones, tablet computers, Apple computers and iOS devices, TVs and virtual reality systems. He also produces material on using online services such as social networks, video-sharing websites, webmail, search engines and cloud computing.

Transportation

1,031 Projects Completed

Dave C. has written numerous blog posts, web pages, social media posts, press releases and other materials for the transportation industry, including limousines and other ground services, duty of care issues in transporting customers. Hotel accommodations, event planning, airline logistics, shipping, are topics Dave C. frequently covers for his clients.

Marketing

999 Projects Completed

Dave C. has written advertising copy, press releases, press kits and content for social networking and email marketing campaigns for a wide variety of industries, including biotechnology, computers, software, HVAC service companies, pest control firms, recreational vehicles, medicine, outer space, technology and the service sector. He has experience helping small and large business explain their products and services through their websites and to convey how they differentiate themselves from their competitors. Dave works with information supplied by the client as well as through interviews and research that he conducts on behalf of clients.

He has also written editorials, advertorials, articles for newsletters, corporate histories, executive biographies, company timelines and other related marketing materials.

Healthcare

908 Projects Completed

Dave C. often writes about healthcare topics, including medical software systems such as Electronic Health Record or EHR applications, Patient Portals and Practice Management software. He provides coverage and commentary on healthcare news, medical study results, and such issues as safeguarding data for patients during telemedicine sessions with insight from government, academic and business institutions.

Health

819 Projects Completed

Dave C. has written about health for a variety of publications, including Wired, Diabetes Interview, Future Medicine and Final Frontier, as well as numerous websites. He researches and writes about health for humans and animals, including information about diagnostics, treatments, healthcare technology, biotech, genetic engineering and electronic data interchange for the healthcare industry. Dave has written on a variety of health subjects, including sleep hygiene, nursing education and physical therapy. He also covers topics such as senior caregiving, elective cosmetic surgery and the role of nutrition, exercise and Tai Chi in improving health.

Construction

661 Projects Completed

Dave C. has written on construction topics for a variety of websites, on topics ranging from reading construction blueprints, doing HVAC work, donating construction services to charitable causes, using LEDs for home lighting, incorporating home automation technologies into houses, installing home elevators, and working with plumbing and electrical contractors.

HVAC client copy includes hundreds of web pages and blog posts on a wide range of heating, ventilation and air conditioning topics, including how to size a system for a house, benefits of regular inspections, cleaning and maintenance, advice on going green as well as tips for saving on utility bills with more efficient systems and smart thermostats. He has covered questions of concern to homeowners and business owners who need repairs or who are planning to install a state-of-the-art system in a new building.

Business

506 Projects Completed

Dave C. writes on a wide range of business topics, including supply chains, third-party logistics, pick-and-pack automation, warehousing, print-on-demand, dropshipping, security, artificial intelligence, machine learning, machine vision, IoT devices, cloud computing including Software as Service or SaaS, help desk systems, ransomware, malware and other security concerns, loyalty programs, digital marketing and niche topics such as fractional farming investments. He also writes about career development, trade schools, and career descriptions.

He routinely covers business issues such as Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance, Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) capabilities, National Institute of Standards and Technology guidelines, and NIST compliance Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification. For software developers, Dave C. often writes app store descriptions, user guides, and press releases.

Bio/Pharm

401 Projects Completed

Dave C. has written on a wide range of biotechnology and pharmaceutical topics, including genetic engineering, CRISPR and the technical and societal issues that emerge with these new technologies. He covers new product development and research, legal and technical aspects of bio/pharma and educational prospects for students along with investment opportunities for those interested in the financial side of biotechnology products.

Cybersecurity

401 Projects Completed

Dave C. has experience writing about cybersecurity issues, from descriptions of newly identified malware to countermeasures and safety updates for a wide range of audiences, including novices and busy entrepreneurs who need help evaluating the options to protect their company’s technological infrastructure. Materials about cybersecurity issues include press releases, blog posts, white papers, social media updates, articles and email blasts.

Appliance

397 Projects Completed

Dave C. has written hundreds of articles, blog posts, web pages, press releases and other materials about various appliances, including dishwashers, microwave ovens, food dehydrators, water purifiers, washers and dryers, HVAC equipment, hybrid water heaters, home automation products, kitchen trends with product descriptions, contractor and remodeler resources, supply chain and inventory issues, quality assurance and product development.

IT

353 Projects Completed

Dave C. routinely writes for clients involved in IT, such as outsourced IT, advice on hiring new employees to fill out your IT department, and news and technical issue updates of interest to Information Technology professionals. Security issues, hardware innovations and software developments plus associated commentary are all part of the IT coverage that Dave C. provides for clients, via articles, blog posts, web pages, social media updates and email marketing campaigns.

Science

307 Projects Completed

Dave C. has written on science topics for numerous print publications and online sites, including Popular Science, Wired, OMNI, Final Frontier, Ad Astra, Space News, and Diabetes Interview.

Artificial Intelligence

302 Projects Completed

Dave C. has written hundreds of articles, blog posts, press releases, web pages and white papers on artificial intelligence (AI) projects. He develops materials about machine vision, machine learning, the use of AI in the supply chain for improved pick-and-pack efforts, and to monitor processes in factories as well as help enterprises engage with customers. Dave C. has covered the use of AI in analyzing medical images, detecting useful patterns of data inside of enormous databases, for assessing risks in industries such as the oil and gas sectors, and helping procurement officers work more efficiently. From facial recognition to combat bank fraud, to using AI in call centers to address customers’ initial inquiries and free up busy staffers, Dave C. has a broad background in artificial intelligence.

Cloud Computing

302 Projects Completed

Dave C. has written hundreds of pieces of content about cloud computing, from technical details of services to ways that novice business owners can harness cloud computing, from Software as a Service to having redundant backups located in distant geographical servers for enhanced safety and file recovery capability. He also addresses issues of computer safety and technological resilience in the face of catastrophic data loss.

Education

242 Projects Completed

Dave C. has written numerous articles on educational subjects, including content about class reunions, instructional software, classroom safety, learning foreign languages, how to become certified in various fields and advances in distance learning. He has also written material on subjects such as writing teacher recommendations, using libraries, developing school projects and setting up science fair demonstrations.

Agriculture

239 Projects Completed

Dave C. has experience writing about agriculture, from investing with fractional shares in farmland, to science and technology projects to improve agricultural efforts in planning crops, boosting yields, reducing pesticide use and harnessing tools such as GPS and robotics. He writes about conventional farming as well as organic farming in traditional settings and in newer “vertical farming” buildings that raise produce inside cities, closer to the consumers.

SaaS

207 Projects Completed

Clients targeting busy entrepreneurs who want to start integrating Software as a Service or SaaS will rely on Dave C.’s articles, blog posts, press releases, social media updates and white papers to learn more about the benefits of this aspect of cloud computing. He covers safety and security, ease of setup and use and how SaaS can allow an organization work more efficiently, especially when employees are working out of different branches or home offices.

Non Profit

153 Projects Completed

Dave C. often develops material for or about nonprofit organizations, such as foundations, charities, religious programs and the arts. He writes descriptions of organizations’ missions, goals and their latest projects for press releases, blog posts, articles and email blasts used for fundraising and promoting awareness about clients’ key issues. He also assists organizations in writing About pages for their crowdfunding projects.

CBD/Cannabis

113 Projects Completed

Dave C. is experienced in writing about products based on cannabinoids including CBD, THC and CBN, covering delivery systems such as vaporizers, tinctures, beverages, snacks and ointments as well as standard flowers for those not using extracts. He’s written copy about CBD and cannabis for businesses such as dispensaries and delivery services and often writes product information guides for retailers in medicinal and recreational categories. He writes on these topics for novices as well as experienced users of CBD.

CBD Products

104 Projects Completed

Dave C. is well versed in writing about CBD products both with and without THC options, in vaporizers, tinctures, beverages, snacks, ointments and other delivery systems for businesses such as dispensaries, delivery services and product information guides for retailers in medicinal and recreational categories. He writes on these topics for novices as well as experienced users of CBD.

Advertisement

5,019 Projects Completed

Dave C. has written thousands of Responsive Search Ads (RSAs) and other types of online advertising formats for clients looking to expand their brand in the marketplace. He’s adept at crafting eye-catching headlines and descriptions that entice readers to click for more information. Dave C. writes RSAs and other ads for science, technology and software companies, start-up businesses and organizations that want to make the most out of their advertising budgets.

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