The Department of English is pleased to host a virtual alumni panel focused on writing careers. For this panel, we'll be talking with Katherine Abram, Technical Writing Manager at Forge Biologics, and Brianna Long, Senior UX (User Experience) Writer at NetJets. Katherine and Brianna will share insight into their work, the path that brought them from Ohio State to their current roles, and how the English major supports the work they do now.
Please register for the webinar using this Zoom registration link.
We encourage you to submit questions for the panelists ahead of time when you register. If you have questions about the event, please contact Elizabeth Falter (falter.44@osu.edu).
About the panelists:
Katherine Abram is the Technical Writing Manager at Forge Biologics, a leading biotechnology company based in Grove City that specializes in the research and development of gene therapy programs and genetic medicines for rare diseases. Katherine leads a team of writers in creating clear, accurate, and user-focused documentation to support the company’s therapeutic advancements.
Katherine graduated from The Ohio State University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Arts in English and a minor in Professional Writing. Driven by a passion for writing and a commitment to effective communication, Katherine has spent her career translating complex technical concepts into accessible content for diverse audiences. Before joining Forge, she started her career as an Instructional Designer at LHT Learning, developing engaging eLearning courses for healthcare and life science organizations. She has also worked as a Technical Writer at Star Dynamics, a defense technology company that manufactures custom radar systems.
Brianna Long is a writer that specializes in using words to create seamless, user-friendly digital experiences. She currently works as a Senior UX Writer at NetJets, but before private jets and Jira, her experience spanned copywriting and print/magazine writing across industries like healthcare, local tourism, and spirits. Outside of work, Bri enjoys writing fiction, reading, finding new music, and working on her 900+ hour Animal Crossing island.