Welcome to Sarah Mattie’s portfolio page!
Most of my content is about higher education & careers, health & healthcare, and personal finance. But I’ve also covered marketing, technology, and more! You can find a few of my favorite pieces in these verticals below. Or, if you want to see everything, visit my entire writing and editing portfolio on Authory.
Are you more interested in a resume than a portfolio? I’ve got you covered!
I have done my fair share of ghostwriting and editing. I also don’t often get to write about everything I enjoy! You can read pieces showing a wider range of expertise on my blog.
Higher Ed &
Careers
How Much Do Beauty Professionals Actually Make?
Source: Beauty Schools Directory
Role: Writer and researcher
An in-depth look at the possibly incorrect information about the amount beauty professionals earn. Digs into the most common pay resources, comparing them to an industry-specific study. Investigates why the differences occur and what resources may be the most trustworthy.
The Ultimate Job Search, Application, and Interview Guide for Nursing Careers
Source: Premier Nursing Academy
Role: Writer
A guide for those new to the workforce (or re-entering it after many years). Covers all aspects of the modern job search and interview world.
Online PhD in IT: Top Program Picks
Source: PhDs.me
Role: Editor
Details what to expect from an online PhD in IT program, how to choose the right one for you (if any!), job types, and more.
See more higher ed & careers pieces
A Few Favorites
Health &
Healthcare
Body Image Facts, Figures, and Statistics
Source: Beauty Schools Directory
Role: Writer and researcher
Extensive. Covers the history of the “ideal” body, worldwide issues regarding body image across demographics, and the effects of social media, bullying, and familial behaviors on a person’s body image. Includes information from articles, peer-reviewed studies, and books.
Salmonella: Risk Factors, Symptoms, Recalls, & More
Source: Sarah Mattie’s Blog
Role: Writer and researcher
Provides must-know information about Salmonella, including symptoms, how to avoid getting it, risks, and more. Also covers how recalls work and provides a thorough list of recent recalls.
Elder Abuse Awareness and Prevention
Source: Premier Nursing Academy
Role: Writer and researcher
Heavy-hitting piece about elder abuse. Includes details about how to recognize it, causes, and what you can do to stop it.
See more health & healthcare pieces
Personal
Finance
How to Build Credit as a College Student: Grad School Edition
Source: OnlineMastersDegrees.org
Role: Writer
Details about what credit scores are, actionable tips for improving credit, effective credit card use, and more. Discusses why you should think about this topic, even while you’re still in school. Includes SME interview
Credit Card Use and Sentiment in the US
Source: Lantern by SoFi
Role: Writer
Details the history of credit cards. Includes information bout how people feel about and use credit cards across demographics. Uses fun headers throughout.
Can You Pay Rent With a Credit Card?
Source: MoneyGeek
Role: Reviewer and SME
Answers the question of whether someone can use a credit card to pay rent. Covers how paying rent with a credit card can be done, though it’s not standard. Provided expert review and SME quote about when to consider using a credit card to pay rent.