User talk:Tom USC copywriter

July 2018
Welcome to Wikipedia. Because we have a policy against usernames which give the impression that the account represents a group, organization or website, I have blocked this account; please take a moment to create a new account with a username that represents only yourself as an individual and which complies with our username policy or request a change of username. You should also read our conflict of interest guideline and be aware that promotional editing is not acceptable regardless of the username you choose. If your username does not represent a group, organization or website, you may appeal this username block by adding the text at the bottom of your talk page. You may simply create a new account, but you may prefer to change your username to one that complies with our username policy, so that your past contributions are associated with your new username. If you would prefer to change your username, you may appeal this username block by adding the text at the bottom of your talk page. Please note that you may only request a name that is not already in use, so please check here for a listing of already taken names. Thank you. 331dot (talk) 08:05, 6 July 2018 (UTC)

Hello, your username cannot be that of a position, it must indicate you as an individual. If you want to indicate your affiliation with the university in your name, a name in the format of "YourName of USC" or "YourName USC copywriter" would each be acceptable. (you don't have to use your real name) Please note that as you have a conflict of interest, you should avoid editing the article about your university directly, instead making edit requests on the article talk page. You seem to have already read WP:COI and WP:PAID since you have declared your COI; if you are paid for your position, please clarify. 331dot (talk) 08:09, 6 July 2018 (UTC)

Hello @331dot, I would like to request to have my username unblocked and changed to "Tom USC copywriter" to better reflect me as an individual. This will ensure maximum transparency when it comes to future edits under this username. As indicated in the username bio, I am a paid employee of the University of the Sunshine Coast. I am the only copywriter currently employed by USC's Marketing and External Engagement. Please let me know if you require any further information.

Thank you