Quad-City Times
Industry: Newspaper
DescriptionThe Quad-City Times is a daily morning newspaper based in Davenport, Iowa, and circulated throughout the Quad Cities metropolitan area. Circulation: 53,942 Daily; 70,051 Sunday Editor: Matt Christensen Founded: 1855 Publisher: Deb Anselm People also search for: USA Today,
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Quad-City Times Employees
Amplified Digital - Lee Enterprises October 2014 - Present
Quad-City Times April 2014 - October 2014
Quad-City Times August 2012 - April 2014
Mercy Medical Center November 2004 - May 2012
Skills
Organizational..., Intercultural..., Event Planning, Medical Terminology, Certified Nurses Aide, Spanish, Hospital Healthcare, Nursing, Strategic Communications, Occupational Health
Education
University of Iowa 2010 — 2012
University of Iowa
B.A. Communication Studies
Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) September 2014 - Present
Daily Herald March 2009 - September 2014
Daily Herald 2004 - May 2010
Quad-City Times May 2002 - 2004
Skills
Cold Calling, Sales, New Business Development, Recruiting, Recruitment Advertising, Sales Management, Newspapers, Newspaper, Advertising Sales, Publications, Online Advertising, Advertising, Digital Media, Business Development, Customer Service..., Customer Service, Leadership, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications
Education
University of Iowa 1996 — 2000
Continental Cement Co July 2015 - Present
The Clubhouse February 2014 - Present
Lafarge Cement June 2013 - July 2015
Quad-City Times May 2013 - June 2014
St. Ambrose University August 2012 - May 2013
St. Ambrose University August 2012 - May 2013
Quad City Botanical Center June 2012 - July 2012
Gustavus Adolphus College September 2011 - May 2012
Olive Tree Cafe June 2011 - August 2011
SerendipiTea June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Writing, News Writing, Creative Writing, Editing, Video Production, Video Editing, Newspapers, Marketing, Entertainment, Public Speaking, Newsletters, Event Management, Event Planning, Theatre, Journalism, Facebook, Social Media
Education
St. Ambrose University 2012 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism, 4.0
Gustavus Adolphus College 2009 — 2012
Communication Studies, 4.0
The Daily Progress May 2014 - Present
The Daily Progress January 2014 - Present
Quad-City Times June 2012 - January 2014
Quad-City Times July 2006 - June 2012
Bismarck Tribune July 2003 - June 2006
Lincoln Journal Star September 1997 - June 2002
Skills
Advertising Sales, Digital Media, Newspapers, Online Advertising, Advertising, Circulation, Magazines, Media Planning, Publications, Publishing, New Media, Media Relations
Education
Doane College-Lincoln Grand Island and Master
City of Davenport 2013 - Present
John Deere (contingent) 2011 - 2013
Quad City Times 2004 - 2010
Black Hawk College 2000 - 2005
Skills
Journalism, Public Relations, Editing, Newspapers, Strategic Communications, Economic Development, Social Media..., Social Media Marketing, Communication Design, Videography, Writing, AP Style, Corporate Communications, Press Releases, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Crisis Communications, Entrepreneurship, Blogging, Management
Education
University of Iowa 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
TAG Communications September 2014 - Present
TAG Communications April 2013 - September 2014
TAG Communications December 2011 - April 2013
SNG Internet Innovations, LLC August 2008 - December 2011
Lee Enterprises 2006 - 2008
Courier Communications 2003 - 2006
Quad-City Times 2000 - 2003
Quad-City Times 1998 - 1999
Skills
•Strategic marketing..., •Digital and social..., •Digital and print..., • User experience..., • Audience development..., • Team building and..., • Project lifecycle..., • Digital sales..., • WAP / APP development, • Strategic..., Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Team Building, Management, Digital, Advertising, Online Advertising, SEO, Digital Media, E-commerce, Strategy, Digital Strategy, Brand Development, Social Networking
Education
University of Iowa
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Equivalent: Communication Studies / Advertising
University of Iowa
Bachelor's degree, Communication and Media Studies
Quad City Times October 2009 - Present
Niabi Zoo August 2009 - October 2009
St. Ambrose University January 2009 - May 2009
Vistorystore.com June 2007 - November 2008
Black Hawk College June 2007 - June 2007
Picture People October 2006 - April 2007
Walgreens June 2002 - July 2005
Skills
Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Graphic Design, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Photoshop, QuarkXPress, Advertising, Copywriting, Facebook, Layout, Typography, Social Media, Publications, Graphics, Illustration
Education
St. Ambrose University 2007 — 2009
Graphic Design
Black Hawk College 2000 — 2005
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Graphic Design
Moline Dispatch Publishing Company May 2006 - Present
Quad-City Times September 2000 - April 2006
LRC Electronics Company October 1991 - September 2000
Skills
Circulation, Audience Development, Newspaper, Newspapers, Email Marketing, Subscription, Publishing, Digital Media, Advertising Sales, Magazines, Direct Mail, Publications, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Online Marketing, Media Planning, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Direct Marketing, Facebook, New Media, Copywriting
Education
Augustana College 1986 — 1991
Business Administration, Marketing
Quad-City Times 2000 - 2013
Skills
Graphic Design, Time Management, Customer Service, Computer Graphics Design, Advertising, Layout, Logo Design, Graphics, Corporate Branding, Magazines
Education
Illinois State University 1993 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Blackhawk College 1991 — 1993
Vibrant Credit Union March 2014 - Present
Irish Dog Bloody Mary Mix February 2009 - December 2014
Centro July 2010 - February 2014
TAG Communications August 2007 - July 2010
Quad-City Times November 2006 - October 2007
Kane Graphical November 2005 - November 2006
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Key Account Development, Advertising, New Business Development, Online Advertising, Account Management, Marketing, Sales, Digital Media, Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Online Marketing, B2B, Media Planning, Public Speaking, Media Relations, Media Buying, Digital Strategy, Marketing Research, SEM, Public Relations, Negotiation, Brand Management, Business Development, Lead Generation, Integrated Marketing, Management, Leadership, Advertising Sales, Email Marketing, Sales Management, Selling, Social Networking
Education
University of Iowa 2004 — 2005
Black Hawk College 1999 — 2001
AA, Liberal Arts
Park Nicollet Health Services January 2013 - Present
HealthEast August 2011 - January 2013
NovoLogix, Inc. April 2007 - May 2011
NovoLogix, Inc. April 2007 - May 2011
Media Relations, Inc. September 2005 - January 2007
Quad-City Times October 2000 - August 2003
Skills
Outlook, Journalism, Microsoft Office, Human Resources, Public Relations, Healthcare, Business Operations, Team Leadership, Team Building, Process Improvement, News Writing, Cross-functional Team..., Account Management, Marketing, Customer Service, Project Management, Management, Program Management, Training
Education
Brown College 2003 — 2005
Applied Science Degree
Black Hawk College 2000 — 2002
Journalism
- Freelance August 2014 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times January 2014 - June 2014
Quad-City Times June 2013 - August 2013
Bradley University August 2012 - May 2013
NBC Olympics July 2012 - August 2012
Appen Newspapers May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Speech Writing, Editing, Storytelling, News Writing, Journalism, Interviews, AP Style, Newspapers, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Online Journalism, Editorial, Web Content, Breaking News, Publications
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 2013 — 2014
Graduated in May 2014, Public Affairs Reporting
Bradley University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism, French
Daily Herald 2012 - Present
American Copy Editors Society April 2010 - Present
NEWSCYCLE Solutions 2011 - Present
Daily Herald 1990 - Present
Quad-City Times 1989 - 1990
Skills
Editing, Newsletters, Web Content, Strategic Planning, Storytelling, Social Media, Project Management, Newspapers, Newspaper, News Writing, Nonprofits, New Media, Multimedia, Management, Journalism, InDesign, Copy Editing, AP Style, Ap Style, Digital Media, Blogging, Editorial, Feature Articles, Training, Publications, Publishing, Proofreading
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2005 — 2009
Masters, Media management
University of Missouri-Columbia 1985 — 1989
Bachelors, Journalism
PersonalizationMall.com July 2011 - Present
Home Medical Express, Inc. October 2008 - July 2011
LaidoffLadies.com January 2009 - October 2009
Shaw Suburban Media February 2007 - October 2008
Quad-City Times November 2005 - February 2007
Kane County Cougars Baseball 2004 - 2005
Skills
Journalism, AP Style, Copy Editing, Blogging, Facebook, Social Media, Marketing, SEO copywriting, Creative Merchandising, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Management, Multi-media Marketing..., Online Contests, Web Content Management, Web Content Creation, Web Content, Web Content Optimization, SEO, Editing
Education
St. Ambrose University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, Double Major in Journalism & Radio/TV, With a Double Minor in Psychology & Theology
Quad-City Times June 2012 - Present
Muscatine Journal July 2009 - June 2012
Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier July 2004 - July 2009
Skills
News writing, Newspapers, News Writing, AP Style, Sports, Journalism, Copy Editing, Breaking News, Headline Writing, Online Journalism, Blogging, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Publications, Editing, Media Relations
Education
University of Northern Iowa 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Electronic Media/Communications
Quad-City Times June 2012 - Present
Skills
Newspaper, Digital Media, Journalism, Social Media, Newspapers, Online Advertising, Advertising, Publishing, Content Management, Social Media Marketing, Pre-press, Facebook, Copy Editing, Email Marketing, SEO, Magazines
Education
University of Iowa 1985 — 1990
Business, Finance, General
Bettendorf High School
EngagementHealth LLC March 2014 - Present
Chicago Yacht Club January 2011 - March 2014
Boston Hannah LLC August 2006 - July 2010
Radiological Society of North America - RSNA 2006 - 2010
Daily Southtown - STNG December 2005 - June 2006
Quad-City Times August 2000 - December 2005
Skills
Ap Style, Newspaper, Journalism, News Writing, Copy Editing, Editing, AP Style, Feature Articles, Newspapers, Publications, Content Management, Magazines, Editorial, Press Releases, Copywriting, Blogging, Media Relations, Web Content, Proofreading, Web Content Management, Publishing, Storytelling, Newsletters, Breaking News, Public Relations, Facebook, Publicity, Online Journalism, New Media, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Fact-checking, Marketing Communications, Speech Writing
Education
University of Iowa
BS, Journalism
Aurora WDC February 2012 - Present
Target January 2006 - February 2012
Samaritans Purse Operation Christmas Child August 2009 - August 2010
Quad-City Times January 2003 - November 2005
Skills
Strategic Communications, Project Management, Writing, Editing, Journalism, Social Media, Blogging, Public Relations, Internal Communications, Press Releases, Web Content, Newsletters, Media Relations, Content Strategy, Crisis Communications, Corporate Communications
Education
University of Iowa 2001 — 2003
BA, Journalism
Winona State University 1999 — 2001
Newspapers of Iowa County September 2011 - Present
Family Ties Production February 2010 - January 2012
Clinton Herald December 2010 - September 2011
Mel Foster Co Insurance Inc August 2001 - August 2011
North Scott Press May 2002 - August 2010
Moline Daily Dispatch November 2001 - May 2002
Clinton Herald January 1999 - July 2001
Boone News-Republican July 1997 - December 1998
Quad-City Times November 1995 - July 1997
Oil the Music Magazine June 1994 - January 1996
Skills
writing, sports writing, photography, social media, proofreading, copy editing, pagination, collaborative work, headline writing, fact-checking, breaking news, sports play-by-play, video recording
Education
St. Ambrose University 1993 — 1995
Bachelor's degree, Mass Communication/Journalism
Eastern Iowa Community College District 1990 — 1993
Associate's degree, general studies
North Scott High School
Chicago Tribune Media Group November 2014 - Present
Quad-City Times August 2013 - October 2014
University Box Office January 2012 - May 2013
Skills
Photoshop, Microsoft Office, InDesign, Audacity, Wordpress, Cold Calling, Social Media Marketing, Fundraising, Final Cut Pro, Account Management, Newspapers, Advertising, SEO, Sales, New Business Development
Education
University of Iowa 2009 — 2013
B.A., Journalism & Mass Communication, Communication Studies
Davenport Assumption High School 2005 — 2009
College Prep
Self-employed July 2012 - Present
Total Media June 2011 - July 2012
MindFire Communications September 2009 - May 2011
Clear Channel August 2007 - July 2008
Quad-City Times November 2002 - June 2007
Skills
Ap Style, CSS, Copy Editing, SEO copywriting, Copywriting, Proofreading, Project Coordination, Joomla, Photoshop, GoDaddy, MySQL, AP Style, Email Marketing, Digital Media, Marketing, Brochures
Education
St. Ambrose University 1999 — 2002
B.A., English
The New York Times August 2011 - Present
Harlem Children's Zone February 2010 - May 2011
Quad-City Times July 2009 - December 2009
Indiana University Bloomington August 2007 - June 2009
Elkhart Truth January 2009 - May 2009
Skills
Photojournalism, Photo Editing, Videography, Journalism, Photography, Multimedia, Editing, Writing, Portrait Photography, Photoshop, Image Editing, Publications, Storytelling, Video, Photos
Education
Grand Valley State University
BA, Photography
Indiana University Bloomington
MA, Journalism
Walt Disney World March 2014 - Present
Universal Studios December 2013 - Present
Cru Global June 2015 - August 2015
Suncourt Inc. June 2013 - August 2013
Quad-City Times June 2008 - May 2012
Skills
Dance, Financial Accounting, Tax Accounting, Accounting, Communication, Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Google Drive
Education
University of Central Florida 2012 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Accounting, 4.0 GPA
Durant High School 2008 — 2012
UnityPoint Health - Trinity January 2013 - Present
CASI July 2009 - January 2013
CASI - Center for Active Seniors August 2009 - April 2012
Quad-City Times April 1996 - September 2009
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, New Business Development, Email Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Budgets, Leadership, Social Media, Team Building, Marketing, Fundraising, Event Planning, Online Advertising, Online Marketing, Management, Event Management, Account Management, Public Speaking, Social Networking
Education
Ashford University 2008 — 2012
BA, Health Care Administration & Psychology
Ripon College July 2006 - Present
Quad-City Times February 2005 - June 2006
St. Ambrose University August 2004 - June 2006
WEIU-TV February 2000 - May 2003
KFXB-TV 2000 - 2002
Skills
Statcrew for seven..., Quark XPress, Adobe PageMaker,..., Baseball, Press Releases, Media Relations, Ap Style, Editing, Social Media, Public Relations, Facebook, Video Production, Journalism, Videography, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Sports Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, Copy Editing, Event Management, Webcasting via Stretch..., SideArm Sports
Education
St. Ambrose University 2004 — 2006
MBA, Business Administration
Eastern Illinois University 1999 — 2003
B.A., Speech Communications
My Verona Productions May 2003 - Present
Quad City Times August 2012 - Present
Yahoo! March 2009 - Present
Get Your Good News February 2009 - Present
KWQC-TV6 (NBC affiliate) May 1999 - Present
Dreams Reach Productions May 1998 - Present
Amplifier Magazine January 1995 - Present
WQAD-TV February 2006 - June 2009
Cumulus Broadcasting January 1997 - May 2009
Dispatch Publishing Company December 1993 - February 2009
Skills
Copywriting, Editing, Editorial, Editorial Consulting, Teaching, Teaching Writing, Teaching Reading, Writing, Public Relations, Broadcast Journalism, Graphic Design, Entertainment, Film, Broadcast, Social Media, Publishing, Feature Articles, Copy Editing
Education
University of Southern California 2011 — 2012
Masters in Education, Education, 4.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
Stanford University 2013 — 2015
Master of Arts, Creative Writing
Northern Illinois University 1987 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts, B.A. in Journalism; B.F.A. in Painting; Minors: English, History, Psychology, 3.5 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
Sports Reference, LLC February 2015 - Present
College Hockey News 2005 - Present
various September 1992 - Present
Compass Healthcare Marketers April 2013 - February 2015
Bristol-Myers Squibb November 2010 - June 2013
The Intelligencer December 2004 - November 2010
CBS College Sports Network 2003 - 2006
Philadelphia Phantoms 1999 - 2001
Quad City Mallards August 1997 - June 1999
Quad City Times 1999 - 1999
Skills
Broadcast, Editing, Flash, Web Development, New Media, Content Development, Web Analytics, Copy Editing, Digital Strategy, Final Cut Pro, Video Editing, Google Analytics, Video, Video Production, CMS, Blogging, Content Management, Sports Writing, Journalism, News Reporting, Mobile Applications, jQuery, JavaScript, PHP, MySQL, Project Management, Web Applications, Team Leadership, Television, Radio
Education
Ithaca College 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Radio and Television
Sachem High School
Sachem High School
Sierra Vista Herald & Bisbee Review - Wick Communications November 2010 - Present
In transition June 2010 - November 2010
Des Moines Register February 2008 - June 2010
River Valley Newspaper Group September 1996 - November 2007
Lee Enterprises - Corporate Office December 1994 - September 2002
Quad-City Times June 1993 - November 1994
Madison Newspapers, Inc. (now Capital Newspapers) February 1978 - June 1993
St. Petersburg Times. October 1973 - January 1978
Skills
Sales Management, Training, Product Development, Project Management, Newspaper, Advertising, Digital Media, Online Advertising, Social Media, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, New Business Development, Content Strategy, Strategic Planning, Newspapers, Publishing, Product Management, CRM, Advertising Sales, Management, Leadership, Public Relations, Sales, Publications, Direct Sales, Digital Marketing, Direct Marketing, Online Marketing
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1979 — 1980
St. Petersburg College 1974 — 1977
Liberal Arts
Quad Cities On LIne March 2010 - Present
New York Life Insurance Company March 2007 - December 2009
Northwestern Mutual April 2005 - December 2006
WHBF-TV April 2001 - February 2005
Quad-City Times November 1991 - October 2000
Skills
SEO, Sales, Marketing, Selling, Facebook, Advertising, Online Advertising, Management, Small Business, Email Marketing
Education
Colorado Mesa University
AA Business, Business
TAG Communications, Inc. April 2007 - Present
Quad-City Times August 2003 - April 2007
Skills
Advertising, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Public Relations, Facebook, Email Marketing, Marketing, Account Management, Event Planning, Online Marketing, Corporate Communications, New Business Development, Social Networking, Digital Media, B2B, Direct Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Brand Management, Event Management, Strategic Planning, Online Advertising, Advertising Sales, Copywriting, Brand Development, SEM, Media Planning, Media Relations, SEO, Market Research, E-commerce, Digital Strategy, Lead Generation, Marketing Research, Google Analytics, Creative Direction, Blogging, Media Buying, Press Releases, Direct Mail, PPC
Education
Saint Louis University 1993 — 1998
BA, Communications & Marketing
Assumption High School
U.S. Army September 2009 - Present
Kinseth Hospitality Companies July 2007 - September 2009
Quad-City Times May 2004 - March 2007
The Auto Club Group February 2001 - November 2003
Quad-City Times May 1980 - February 2001
Skills
DoD, Security Clearance, Government Contracting, Government Procurement, Marketing Management, Marketing Communications, Advertising Sales, Travel Management, Sales Management, Hospitality Management, Media Planning, Media Buying, Employee Training, Business Development, Contract Negotiation, Marketing Strategy, Federal Government, Advertising, Contract Management, Strategic Sales..., Cross Functional Team..., Leadership, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Management, Sales, Team Building, Public Relations, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing
Education
St. Ambrose University
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Double Major: Management and Marketing, 3.85 Magna Cum Laude
Central High School, Davenport, IA
Jeffrey Heinke Design 1993 - Present
San Antonio Light 1985 - 1993
Quad-City Times 1981 - 1985
Iowa City Press-Citizen 1979 - 1981
Skills
Graphic Design, Branding Development, Project Coordination, Photography, Graphics, Art, Logo Design, Illustration, Typography, Art Direction, QuarkXPress, Web Design, InDesign, Layout, Illustrator, Brand Development, Advertising, Adobe Acrobat, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Flash, Creative Development, Marketing Materials, Production, Corporate Identity, Logos, Promotions, Brochures, Posters, Direct Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, Marketing Communications, Postcards, Business Cards, Creative Direction, Print Collateral, Print Production, Pre-press, Invitations, Visual Communication, Digital Photography, Packaging, Corporate Branding, Image Manipulation, Print, Direct Mail, Branding & Identity, Mac, Newsletters, Magazines
Education
University of Iowa 1976 — 1980
BFA, Art
Moline Dispatch Publishing Co. January 2008 - Present
Quad City Times 2001 - 2008
Aramark Uniform Services March 1995 - August 2001
Skills
Leadership, Management, Marketing, Training, Sales, Event Management, Budgets, Sales Management, Leadership Development, Newspapers, Time Management, Advertising, Digital Media, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Newspaper, New Business Development
Education
University of Iowa 1997 — 2000
MBA, Marketing
Western Illinois University
Bachelor of Business, Marketing
Stevenson High School
CBRE/Hubbell Commercial September 2006 - Present
Quad City Times July 2005 - August 2006
Countrywide Home Loans October 2004 - July 2005
Skills
Commericial Real Estate, Landlord Representation, Tenant Representation, Buyer Representation, Seller Representation, Commercial Leasing, Commercial Selling, Property Management
Education
Simpson College 2002 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communication/Journalism
University of Northern Iowa 1998 — 2000
Lifetouch National School Studios December 2010 - Present
2010ALLAMERICANDIRECT December 2008 - November 2010
Den-Mat Holdings, LLC June 2000 - November 2008
QUAD CITY TIMES January 1997 - January 2000
Indianapolis Star News November 1989 - January 1997
Skills
Customer Service, Management, Process Improvement, Sales, Sales Management, Training, Account Management, New Business Development, Lead Generation, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Sales Operations, Sales Process, Team Building, Strategic Planning
Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis 1986 — 1987
Business and Labor Relations
and Labor
Business, Management (Accounting)
Des Moines Register 2009 - Present
Iowa State University January 2013 - May 2013
Des Moines Register 2003 - 2009
Lee Enterprises 1993 - 2003
Quad-City Times 1987 - 1993
Education
Iowa State University 1984 — 1987
BS, Journalism/Mass Communications
Illinois Policy Institute July 2012 - Present
Illinois News Network July 2012 - Present
Virginia Statehouse News May 2010 - July 2012
Franklin Center for Government and Public Integrity August 2009 - July 2012
Illinois Statehouse News August 2009 - July 2012
Sunshine Review 2010 - May 2010
Small Newspaper Group July 1999 - July 2009
Las Vegas Sun July 1998 - June 1999
Quad-City Times October 1989 - May 1998
Galveston Daiy News July 1988 - October 1989
Skills
Journalism, News Writing, Ap Style, Storytelling, Articles, Newspaper, Investigative Reporting, Editing, Breaking News, Feature Articles, Research, Interviews, AP Style, Copywriting, Politics, Blogging, Newspapers, Proofreading, Copy Editing, Publicity, Crisis Communications, Social Media, Freelance Writing, Newsletters, Online Journalism, Strategic Communications, Facebook, Radio, Media Relations, Publications, Multimedia, Content Strategy, Broadcast Journalism, Press Releases, Creative Writing, Fact-checking, Editorial, Digital Journalism, Headline Writing, ENPS, New Media, Web Content
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 1987 — 1988
MA, Public Affairs Reporting
Iowa State University 1983 — 1987
BA, Journalism
Galesburg High School 1980 — 1983
Quad-City Times August 2006 - Present
The News-Messenger/News Herald 2001 - 2006
Niagara Gazette 1991 - 2001
Democrat & Chronicle 1979 - 1991
Skills
Journalism, Newspapers, AP Style, News Writing, Breaking News, Editing, Copy Editing, Headline Writing, Storytelling, Social Media, Newspaper, Newspaper Design, Press Releases, Online Journalism, Media Relations, Management, Feature Articles, Editorial, Team Management, Publications, Coaching
Education
The University of Kansas 1974 — 1978
Bachelors, Journalism
Testigo January 2014 - Present
Peninsula Clarion February 2014 - Present
Peninsula Clarion May 2012 - January 2013
Quad-City Times January 2011 - May 2012
Quad City Times July 2010 - January 2011
Iowa State Daily July 2007 - July 2010
Iowa Public Television January 2010 - May 2010
Iowa State Daily January 2009 - August 2009
Iowa State Daily August 2008 - December 2008
Iowa State Daily December 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Newspaper, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Photography, Video, Journalism, InCopy, Feature Articles, News Writing, Breaking News, Editorial, Blogging, Editing, Press Releases, Newspaper Design, Media Relations, Magazines, InDesign, Facebook, Publications, Social Media, AP Style, Headline Writing, Newspapers, Video Editing, Web Content, Multimedia, Photojournalism, Online Journalism, Newsletters, Writing
Education
Iowa State University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Journalism and Mass Communication
Healthy Population Strategies May 2012 - Present
University of Iowa Health Alliance May 2012 - Present
Genesis Health System January 1995 - May 2012
Bawden & Associates Advertising Agency September 1989 - December 1994
Quad-City Times May 1985 - March 1987
Jewel Food Store January 1980 - April 1984
Skills
Corporate Communications, Marketing Strategy, Customer Relationship..., Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Budget, Website Development, Management, CRM, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Advertising, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Budgets, Editing, Direct Mail, Healthcare, Newsletters, Creative Direction, Strategic Communications, Copywriting, Strategy, Email Marketing
Education
St. Ambrose University
Degree, Communications Emphasis
Alleman High School 1970 — 1974
CENTURY 21 House of Realty, Inc. April 2006 - Present
CENTURY 21 1996 - Present
The Southern Illinoisan January 1991 - June 1996
Muscatine Journal October 1987 - January 1991
Quad-City Times 1984 - 1987
Quad-City Times October 1976 - October 1984
WQUA Radio 1978 - 1981
Skills
Leadership, Investment Properties, Customer Service, Real Estate, Selling, Short Sales, Sellers, Relocation, First Time Home Buyers, Residential Homes, Marketing, Sales, Buyer Representation, Real Estate Transactions, Management, Condos, Real Property, Project Management, Referrals, New Home Sales, Townhomes, ABR, New Homes, Listings, Commercial Real Estate, Income Properties, Move Up Buyers, REO, Vacation Homes
Education
St. Ambrose University 1978 — 1980
N/A, Mass Communication - radio/tv broadcasting
Meredith August 2012 - Present
Meredith January 2009 - August 2012
Meredith March 2006 - January 2009
Meredith 1994 - 2006
Meredith June 1989 - July 1994
Quad-City Times June 1982 - May 1989
Ames Tribune December 1982 - June 1983
Skills
Strategy, Start-ups, Social Media, New Media, Creative Direction, Publishing, Marketing, Leadership, Management, Product Development, Journalism, Publications, Editorial, Magazines, Video, Website Development, Television, Team Building, Newspaper
Education
Iowa State University 1978 — 1982
B.S., Journalism, minor in Business
St. Ambrose University July 1988 - Present
WOC-AM May 2007 - August 2007
Quad-City Times December 1995 - September 1996
The Leader/Dispatch/Argus February 1992 - November 1995
WQAD-TV May 1980 - July 1988
Tumblebrook Country Club May 1972 - August 1977
KSKI Radio September 1974 - April 1975
Scott Ski Boots 1974 - 1975
Lincoln Dairy May 1967 - September 1971
The Hartford Courant 1970 - 1971
Skills
Journalism, Writing, Teaching, News Writing, Broadcast Journalism, Narration, Voice Over, Editing, Public Speaking, Broadcast
Education
St. Ambrose University 1986 — 2008
Comm Asst. Professor
University of Iowa 1978 — 1980
M.A., Journalism
Hampden-Sydney College 1971 — 1973
B.A., English
Northeastern University 1969 — 1971
Journalism
Wm. Hall High 1966 — 1969
KlarkMarketing August 2010 - Present
Quad-City Times March 2012 - May 2013
Berbere Imports February 2003 - July 2010
Relevant Experience January 1994 - September 2003
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2004 — 2006
Bachelor's degree, Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management
QuiltAddictsAnonymous.com December 2009 - Present
Augustana College November 2012 - Present
Nehlsen Communications July 2014 - February 2015
TAG Communications June 2012 - July 2014
Quad-City Times August 2010 - June 2012
Quad-City Times January 2008 - August 2010
Quad-City Times February 2007 - January 2008
The Washington Times June 2006 - July 2006
Kenosha News May 2005 - August 2005
WVIK May 2004 - May 2005
Skills
Quilting, Pattern Design, Teaching Experience, QuarkXPress, Photoshop, CMS, Video Editing, Videography, Facebook, Twitter, Social Media, Social Media Development, Social Media Relations, Social Media Marketing, AP Style, Blogging, Blog Management, Blog Development, Wordpress, Home Improvement, DIY, Final Cut Pro, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Editing, Newspaper, Video, Stories, Journalism, Writing, InDesign, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Adobe Creative Suite, Online Marketing, Publishing, Social Networking, Newspapers, Web Content, Marketing, Layout, Storytelling
Education
Augustana College 2003 — 2007
Bachelors, English, minor in speech communication
Talya Arbisser Photography - Photos By Talya 2002 - Present
Quad-City Times January 2007 - January 2008
Eye Surgeons Associates PC February 2007 - June 2007
The Dispatch/The Rock Island Argus June 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Journalism, Newspaper, Photojournalism, Editorial, Photography, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Magazines, Digital Photography, Editing, Publications, Breaking News, Portraits, Documentary Photography, Fine Art Photography, Sports Photography, Newspapers, Photoshop, Photos, Image Editing, Documentaries, Portrait Photography, Commercial Photography, Mac, Event Photography, Wedding Photography
Education
International Center of Photography 2008 — 2009
Certificate, Photojournalism/Documentary Photography
Cornell University 2002 — 2008
BA, Sociology, Concentration in Visual Studies
PMA Marketing January 1990 - Present
Ballet Quad Cities 2014 - 2015
Quad-City Times July 2010 - 2013
Girard Realty November 1980 - June 2010
US Army May 1974 - April 1981
Playboy Enterprises June 1975 - September 1980
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Sales, Photography, Training Programs, Training Facilitation, Creative Strategy, Efficiency..., Magazines, Newsletters, Newspapers, Press Releases, Digital Media, Online Marketing, Publishing, Media Relations, Editorial, Storytelling, Publicity, SEO, New Media, InDesign, Training, Digital Marketing, AP Style
Education
Columbia College Chicago
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Journalism
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Photography
FishNet Security July 2013 - Present
Dan vs. Food May 2012 - Present
Quad-City Times March 2011 - May 2013
Idaho State Journal July 2009 - March 2011
The Potomac News 2007 - 2009
The Trentonian June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Writing, Editing, Video, Computer ratings, Travel, Food, Restaurant Reviews, Blogging, Twitter, Live Blogging, Sports, Online Journalism, Journalism, Storytelling, Newspapers, News Writing, Sports Writing
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2005 — 2009
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
State Farm June 2013 - January 2014
Quad-City Times January 2005 - June 2013
Skills
Newspaper, Computer-assisted..., Ap Style, Breaking News, Journalism, Headline Writing, News Writing, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Pagination, Newspaper Design, Blogging, Editing, Media Relations, Editorial, Photojournalism, Multimedia, Web Content, Proofreading, Beat Reporting, Political Reporting, Community Journalism, Photography, Publicity, Sports Writing, Business Journalism, Publications, Visual Journalism, Investigative Reporting
Education
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Journalism and Mass Communication
TruTemp Equipment & Norm's Refrigeration December 2014 - Present
Denise Ford Designs - owner April 2003 - Present
Royal Neighbors of America March 2012 - December 2014
St. Joseph the Worker House January 2009 - January 2014
St. Ambrose University August 2010 - 2012
Quad-City Times March 2007 - July 2010
local grade school August 2003 - June 2007
Trinity Health January 2007 - May 2007
Belgian Village Inn June 2000 - February 2007
Skills
QuarkXPress, Advertising, InDesign, Marketing, Networking, Copywriting, Customer Service, Graphic Design, Public Relations, Adobe Acrobat, Digital Photography, Sales, Training, Web Design, Facebook, Logo Design, Newsletters, Social Networking, Illustrator, Social Media, Email Marketing, Management, Brochures, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Teaching, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, Event Management, Time Management
Education
Columbus College of Art & Design 1987 — 1989
Advertising Design, Fine Art
Western Illinois University 2005 — 2007
BA, design/marketing
Truman State University 1985 — 1987
business
Alleman High School
US House of Representatives November 2012 - Present
17th District of Illinois July 2011 - Present
Iowa Health System January 2008 - June 2011
Trinity Regional Health System October 2001 - December 2007
Quad-City Times June 1985 - October 2001
Skills
Public Relations, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Media Relations
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 1983 — 1985
Master of Arts, Public Affairs Reporting
University of Maryland College Park 1981 — 1983
Bachelor of Arts, Government and Politics
Illinois College 1979 — 1981
Political Science
Quad-City Times September 2006 - Present
Northwest Herald 2005 - 2006
Green Bay Press-Gazette 2003 - 2004
Daily Herald 2002 - 2002
NewsTribune 1998 - 2002
Skills
News Writing, Newspaper, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Journalism
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2001 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
Illinois Valley Community College 1999 — 2001
Associate of Arts (AA)
John Deere June 2015 - Present
John Deere November 2013 - Present
John Deere July 2011 - Present
John Deere March 2010 - June 2011
John Deere June 2007 - March 2010
River Music Experience 2009 - 2010
John Deere June 2004 - June 2007
John Deere Health June 2002 - June 2004
Quad-City Times 1995 - 2000
Skills
Training, Performance Management, Human Resources, Management, Process Improvement, Project Management, Continuous Improvement, Customer Service, Team Building, Leadership Development, Organizational..., SAP, Public Speaking, Employee Engagement, Instructional Design, Microsoft Office, Coaching, Employee Benefits, Learning & Development..., Performance Consulting, Journalism, Technical Writing, Web Content Management, Content Writing, Certified DiSC Behavior..., Copy Editing, Certified Instructional..., Certified DiSC Profilor, Creative Writer, Project Planning, Curriculum Development, Experienced Trainer
Education
St. Ambrose University 2009 — 2015
Master's, Organizational Leadership
St. Ambrose University 1998 — 2001
BA, Journalism, Spanish minor
Iowa State University 1997 — 1998
Journalism and Mass Communications
Shaw Media April 2009 - Present
Quad-City Times January 2008 - January 2009
The Daily Nonpareil June 2001 - January 2008
The Tribune January 1999 - June 2001
Topeka Capital Journal January 1997 - January 1999
Skills
Newspaper, Advertising Sales, Call Center Development, Advertising, Customer Service, Graphic Design, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Facebook, Newspapers, Online Advertising, Digital Media, E-commerce, Email Marketing, Lead Generation, Photoshop, QuarkXPress, Sales, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Publishing
Education
Des Moines Area Community College
Sales and Management
Quad-City Times August 2002 - Present
UIC Institute for Health Research and Policy May 2012 - December 2012
Quad-City Times June 1998 - August 2002
(Danville, IL) Commercial-News December 1992 - June 1998
Skills
Newspaper, Press Releases, News Writing, Editing, Blogging, Magazines, Breaking News, Ap Style, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Journalism, Headline Writing, Editorial, Publications, Media Relations, Publicity, Publishing, Web Content, Copywriting, Online Journalism, Newspapers, Proofreading, Photography, Facebook, Strategic Planning, Strategic Communications, Budget Monitoring, Project Management, AP Style, Public Relations, Interviews, Social Media, Newspaper Design, Public Health, New Media, Creative Writing, Social Networking, Multimedia
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2011 — 2016
Master’s Degree, Public health
Franklin College 1988 — 1992
BA, Journalism
The Augusta Chronicle February 2015 - Present
The Vindicator July 2009 - December 2013
American Newspapers June 2008 - July 2009
Chattanooga Times Free Press November 1999 - June 2008
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette February 1997 - November 1999
Quad-City Times April 1991 - February 1997
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette November 1981 - April 1991
Los Angeles Herald Examiner 1979 - 1981
Skills
Circulation, Public Relations, Newspaper, Publishing, Magazines, Audience Development, Digital Media, Subscription, Ap Style, Advertising, Email Marketing, Publications, Media Relations, Social Media, Direct Mail, Online Advertising, AP Style, Newspapers, Leadership, Advertising Sales, Social Media Marketing, Journalism, Newsletters, Copywriting, Marketing Strategy, Telemarketing, Digital Marketing, Direct Marketing, Online Marketing, Press Releases, Marketing Communications, Customer Acquisition, News Writing, Sales, SEO, Media Planning, Editorial, Blogging, Digital Strategy, Audience Segmentation, Web Content, Copy Editing, Business Analysis, New Media, History, Facebook, Family Man, Multimedia, Database Marketing, Social Networking
Education
East Tennessee State University 1967 — 1971
BS, History - Political Science - Business Psychology
The Committee of 200 November 2012 - Present
Kellogg School of Management March 2012 - March 2013
NBC April 2012 - June 2012
Medill National Security Journalism Initiative March 2012 - June 2012
Medill News Service September 2011 - March 2012
Be Found Online May 2008 - June 2011
Epic August 2005 - February 2008
American Salon and Spa March 2004 - June 2004
Quad-City Times June 2003 - September 2003
Education
Northwestern University
BSJ, Journalism major, French minor
Northwestern University
MSJ, Business journalism and advanced reporting
Oklahoma State University January 2011 - Present
Associated Press August 2005 - April 2008
Quad-City Times July 2004 - August 2005
Minnesota Public Radio 2002 - 2003
Skills
Ap Style, Editing, Multimedia, QuarkXPress, Photography, Photoshop, HTML, Breaking News, News Writing, Journalism, Storytelling, Newspaper
Education
Northwestern University 2003 — 2004
MSJ, Journalism -- Reporting & Writing
St. Olaf College 1998 — 2002
BA, History, American Studies
Los Alamos Friends of the Shelter February 2015 - Present
Los Alamos Public Schools February 2015 - Present
Los Alamos High School Athletics March 2015 - May 2015
Seattle United Soccer Club August 2014 - January 2015
University of Tennessee January 2012 - December 2014
Rutgers Graduate School of Education October 2009 - June 2011
Rutgers Athletic Department, Swimming & Diving May 2007 - January 2010
Skyhorse Publishing January 2009 - April 2009
Quad City Times November 2007 - March 2008
Bettendorf Swim Club & Rutgers University 1995 - 2007
Skills
Teamwork, Microsoft Office, Proofreading, Editing, Social Networking, Newsletters, Athletics, Admissions, Higher Education, Press Releases, Coaching
Education
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 2012 — 2014
Master of Science (M.S.) Kinesiology, Sport Psychology and Motor Behavior
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature/Letters
Optimae LifeServices May 2015 - Present
Renewable Energy Group, Inc. January 2014 - May 2015
Self-employed August 2013 - January 2014
Watchdog.org April 2012 - August 2013
The Des Moines Register March 2010 - April 2012
Quad-City Times June 2006 - March 2010
Fort Wayne News-Sentinel March 2005 - June 2006
Bismarck Tribune October 2002 - March 2005
Duluth News Tribune 2001 - 2002
Duluth News Tribune 2001 - 2002
Skills
Journalism, Blogging, Politics, AP Style, Research, WordPress, Public Policy, Editing, Multimedia, Databases, Writing, Networking, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Education, Content Management, Web Content, Marketing, Community relations, Policy Analysis, Environmental Policy, Renewable Energy, Social Media, Newspapers, Media Relations, Copy Editing, Public Relations, News Writing
Education
University of Minnesota-Duluth 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science
Architecture Incorporated October 2014 - Present
Architecture Incorporated - Sioux Falls & Rapid City, SD June 2012 - October 2014
Daktronics February 2011 - June 2012
Iowa State University August 2009 - May 2011
MBA Association January 2009 - May 2010
Quad-City Times May 2008 - August 2009
Meredith Corporation April 2007 - May 2008
Iowa State Daily 2005 - 2008
Skills
Editing, Social Media, InDesign, Ap Style, Advertising, Public Relations, Newspaper, Adobe Creative Suite, Facebook, Journalism, Copywriting, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Photography, AP Style, Magazines, Newsletters
Education
Iowa State University - College of Business 2009 — 2011
MBA, Marketing
Iowa State University 2004 — 2008
BA, Journalism and Mass Communication
Augustana College January 2014 - Present
Quad-City Times December 2013 - Present
Wisconsin State Journal June 2013 - September 2013
TheCollegeHelper.com March 2013 - May 2013
Augustana Observer April 2011 - April 2013
Moline Dispatch Publishing Company June 2012 - September 2012
Greater Madison Tennis Association (GMTA) 2010 - 2011
Skills
News Writing, Feature Articles, Interviewing Skills, Investigative Reporting, Final Cut Pro, Audacity, Photoshop, Social Media, Research, Communication, Survey Research, Statistical Package, Teamwork, Journalism, Multimedia, Storytelling, Social Media Marketing, Social Media..., Video
Education
Augustana College 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Multimedia Journalism and Mass Communication
Edgewood High School 2005 — 2009
Swanson Rink June 2015 - Present
Farnsworth Group, Inc. March 2012 - Present
Quad-City Times May 2011 - February 2012
Bradley Scout August 2010 - May 2011
Heart of Illinois United Way January 2009 - May 2011
Peoria Area Convention and Visitors Bureau May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Proposal Writing, Social Media, Public Relations, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Email Marketing
Education
Bradley University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Communications - Advertising/Marketing
Vysoká škola ekonomická v Praze 2010 — 2010
Global Scholars
Orion High School
The University of Iowa Alumni Association September 2015 - Present
ULTA Beauty May 2015 - Present
Quad-City Times May 2015 - July 2015
Lagomarcino's Confectionery August 2012 - January 2015
Skills
Customer Service, Leadership, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Social Media
Education
University of Iowa - Henry B. Tippie College of Business 2014 — 2018
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
HIV Equal June 2015 - Present
CaregiverRelief.com July 2015 - Present
Healthline Networks, Inc. May 2013 - Present
Tribune Co. Brand Content December 2014 - Present
Los Angeles Times Content Solutions June 2014 - Present
Healthy Cells 2014 - Present
Quad-City Times April 2003 - November 2010
The Detroit News November 2000 - July 2001
Media News Group March 1998 - November 2000
The Advocate magazine May 1997 - March 1998
Skills
Hard News Reporting, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Online Research, Online Social Networking, Interviews, News Writing, Editing, Headline Writing, Copy Editing, Magazines, Storytelling, Newspapers, AP Style, Journalism, Feature Articles, Social Media, Business Journalism, Facebook, Blogging, Writing, Copywriting
Education
Augustana College 1988 — 1992
Communications, Journalism
Rock Island High School 1984 — 1988
Mercer July 2012 - Present
Scranton Gillette Communications April 2011 - June 2012
Scranton Gillette Communications July 2010 - April 2011
Scranton Gillette Communications June 2010 - July 2010
Pearson Education November 2009 - May 2010
State Farm Insurance January 2009 - August 2009
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2007 - May 2009
Quad-City Times February 2007 - August 2007
Augustana Observer August 2003 - May 2007
Rock Island Argus/Moline Dispatch May 2006 - February 2007
Skills
Copy Editing, Feature Writing, Video Editing, Photo Editing, Strategic Communications, Corporate Communications, Magazine Writing, B2B, Website Redesign, Graphic Design, Audio Editing, Audio Vault, Textbooks, Custom Publishing, Educational Publishing, Communications Strategy, Communications Planning, College Teaching, Public Speaking, Education, Radio Production, Broadcast Writing, Video Production, Magazine Design, Lighting Design, Feature Articles, Magazines, Newsletters, Press Releases, Web Content, Publications, Editorial, Copywriting, Social Media, Content Strategy, Content Management, Multimedia, Internal Communications, Video, Interviews, Storytelling, Publishing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2007 — 2009
M.A., Communication
Augustana College 2003 — 2007
B.A., English, Communication, Spanish
Antioch Community High School 1999 — 2003
Spectrum Reach October 2002 - Present
The Janesville Gazette September 1996 - October 2002
Quad City Times May 1992 - September 1996
Skills
Advertising, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Direct Mail, Media Planning, Media Buying, Cold Calling, Qualifying Prospects, Lead Generation, B2B, Sales, Advertising Sales, Market Planning, Account Management, Digital Media, Mobile Marketing, Direct Marketing, Online Advertising, Sales Presentations, Salesforce.com, Social Media Marketing
Education
Blackhawk Technical College 1989 — 1991
Associate's degree, Marketing
Craig Senior High School Janesville, WI 1980 — 1983
CQ Roll Call September 2014 - Present
ALM February 2012 - August 2014
Sarasota Herald-Tribune August 2005 - February 2012
Quad-City Times 2002 - 2005
Liberty Suburban Chicago Newspapers November 2001 - May 2002
Skills
Journalism, Editing, Media Relations, Newspaper, Ap Style, Storytelling, Public Relations, Copy Editing, Computer-assisted..., Social Media, News Writing
Education
Drake University 1997 — 2001
BA, Journalism and Mass Communications
Geonetric June 2014 - Present
Helium Inc. September 2012 - December 2014
hibu May 2013 - June 2014
hibu May 2010 - May 2013
Quad-City Times April 2004 - August 2012
Muscatine Journal August 2009 - May 2010
Scott Community College August 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Copy Editing, Copywriting, Journalism, Editing, Blogging, Web Content, SEO, Newspapers, Content Management, Social Media, Digital Photography, InDesign, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Interviews, Content Strategy, Healthcare Marketing, News Writing, Newsletters, Storytelling, Creative Writing
Education
University of Iowa 2007 — 2009
MA, Journalism
St. Ambrose University 2005 — 2007
BA, Journalism
Clinton Community College 2002 — 2005
Associate of Arts Degree, Liberal Arts
Sherwin-Williams Paints June 2015 - Present
Quad-City Times October 2014 - April 2015
Robert "Chick" Fritz Distribution January 2013 - December 2013
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville January 2012 - December 2013
Short Hills Country Club August 2008 - August 2012
Skills
Marketing, Public Speaking, Time Management, Sales, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Research, Marketing Communications, Sample Management, Event Planning, Social Media, PowerPoint, Customer Service, SPSS, Facebook, Microsoft Excel, Research, Microsoft Word, Public Relations, Event Management, Leadership, Data Analysis, Strategic Planning, Sports Coaching
Education
Hochschule Hannover 2013 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business, Management, Marketing, Advertising.
DEFT May 2012 - Present
The Iowa Connection August 2007 - Present
Hole in the Wall November 2013 - August 2014
Robert Morris University August 2006 - May 2011
The Hillman Center for Performing Arts January 2011 - April 2011
Quad City Times December 2008 - January 2009
The Sentry Student Newspaper August 2006 - May 2008
Griffith College June 2007 - July 2007
Skills
Copy Editing, Content Management, Web Content Management, Web Content, Photography, Photo Editing, Digital Photography, Digital Media, Digital Marketing, Digital Video, Microsoft Office, Final Cut Pro, Lightroom, Photoshop, Photojournalism, Portrait Photography, Creative Writing, Facebook, Image Editing, Editing
Education
Robert Morris University 2009 — 2011
M.S., Instructional Leadership
Robert Morris University 2004 — 2008
BFA, English Literature
Bettendorf High School 2000 — 2004
Klark Marketing March 2011 - Present
KlarkRealEstate.Photography August 2014 - Present
Scott Klarkowski Photography • Klarkphoto June 2007 - Present
QuadCitiesJobs.com November 2013 - April 2014
Quad-City Times March 2012 - April 2013
Berbere World Imports July 2001 - July 2010
Relevant Experience February 1994 - 2003
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, SEO, Advertising, Digital Media, Facebook, Marketing Strategy, Online Advertising, Product Marketing, Online Marketing, Content Management, Account Management, Content Development, Portrait Photography, Wedding Photography, Event Photography, Internet Marketing, Real Estate Photography, Website Development, Social Media, Email Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Digital Strategy, Marketing, Web Design, Leadership, Customer Service, Management, Sales, Social Networking, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, New Business Development, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Direct Mail, Team Building, Strategy, Interactive Marketing, Trade Shows, Content Strategy, Media Relations, Photography, Editing, Blogging, Market Planning, Fundraising, Sponsorship
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1984 — 1986
BA, Arts Management
Moline HS
Annabel Media May 2015 - Present
Contract with PR firm on behalf of Home Depot May 2015 - Present
www.freshome.com May 2014 - Present
Freelance Writing Services 2006 - Present
Mothers Always Write May 2015 - September 2015
Bettendorf News 2006 - 2014
Quad City Times 2006 - 2014
Stagetecture, LLC March 2013 - December 2013
Published Children's book author 2012 - 2012
John Deere January 2010 - March 2010
Skills
Publishing, Web Content, Freelance Writing, Books, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Newspapers, Journalism, Blogging, Magazines, Press Releases, WordPress, Newsletters, Online Journalism, Brochures, Social Media
Education
University of New Brunswick 1995 — 1999
Bachelor's Degree, Forestry and Environmental Science, Graduated with a 3.8 GPA
St. Joseph School District August 2012 - Present
Cameron R-1 School District August 2003 - August 2012
Wentworth Junior College April 1999 - July 2003
Tupperware May 1982 - May 2000
American Family Insurance 1980 - 1982
United Missouri Bank 1978 - 1980
Quad City Times 1975 - 1978
Skills
Microsoft Office, Management, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Sales, Leadership, Training, English, Reading Certification..., Teaching, Classroom
Education
Missouri Western State University 2007 — 2009
Graduate Certificate Teaching of Writing
Baker University 2005 — 2007
Master of Arts Education (MAED)
Missouri Western State University 2000 — 2003
Bachelor's Science Education, Elementary Education and Teaching
St. Matthew United Church of Christ 2014 - Present
First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn 2014 - Present
sparkhouse 2008 - Present
Plainfield Congregational United Church of Christ 2009 - 2014
Elmhurst College Writing Center 2008 - 2009
Bethel United Church of Christ 2006 - 2009
Quest International LLC 2003 - 2009
Augsburg Fortress Publishers June 2008 - August 2008
Quad-City Times June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Editing, Student Ministry, Blogging, Teaching, Publishing, Copy Editing, Social Media, Creative Writing, Proofreading, Newsletters, Public Speaking, Religion, Curriculum Design, Press Releases, Copywriting, Tutoring, Social Media Marketing, Grant Writing, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Higher Education, Freelance Writing, Books, Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Published Author, Time Management, Facebook, Interviews, Community Outreach, Video, Storytelling, WordPress, Social Networking, Publications, Editorial, Journalism, Feature Articles
Education
Chicago Theological Seminary 2013 — 2016
Master of Divinity (MDiv)
DePaul University 2010 — 2013
M.A., Writing and Publishing
Elmhurst College 2005 — 2009
B.A., English, Theology & Religion
Baker & Taylor January 2015 - Present
Coats plc August 2014 - September 2014
Quad-City Times November 2013 - August 2014
Skills
Training, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, Management, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Leadership, Customer Service, Retail, Analysis, Facebook, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Data Analysis, Social Networking, Project Management, Research, Retail Sales, HTML, Critical Thinking, Statistics, Teamwork, Process Improvement, Access, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Coaching, Strategic Planning, Sales Management, Account Management, Employee Relations, Editing, Business Development, Event Management, Volunteer Management, PowerPoint, SPSS, Time Management, Adobe Creative Suite, Python, Java, CSS, iDVD, Audacity, Event Planning, Psychology
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2005 — 2009
BS, Psychology
Black Hawk College 2011 — 2012
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Computer Science
Vera French Foundation November 2013 - Present
Nehlsen Communications September 2011 - November 2013
Quad-City Times January 2008 - September 2011
AdMospheres Media & Marketing October 2004 - January 2008
Skills
Web Design, Graphic Design, Advertising, Creative Direction, Digital Media, Email Marketing, Logo Design, Direct Marketing, Direct Mail, Public Relations, Marketing, Photography, Fundraising, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Event Management, Management, Media Relations, Strategic Planning, Copywriting
Education
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Elementary Education and Teaching
Meredith Corportion November 2014 - Present
CDS Global August 2011 - August 2014
TSC Global September 2007 - August 2011
Quad-City Times 1996 - 2005
Skills
Process Improvement, Competitive Analysis, Team Building, Forecasting, Account Management, Cross-functional Team..., Retail, Management, Leadership, Program Management, Vendor Management, Product Development, E-commerce, Product Management, Strategy, P&L Management, Project Management, Analytics
Education
University of Northern Iowa 1994 — 1995
MBA, Business Adminstration
Iowa State University 1987 — 1992
BS, Psychology
Quad-City Times September 2014 - Present
TECHSTAFF of Iowa August 2012 - August 2014
Mid-States Technical April 2010 - March 2012
Various Sales 2006 - 2010
Quad-City Times 2004 - 2006
Skills
Print Advertising, Digital Strategy, Online Advertising, Forecasting, Customer Relations, Customer Satisfaction, Cold Calling
Education
St. Ambrose University
PR and Marketing
The Pantagraph January 2007 - Present
Quad-City Times September 2005 - January 2007
Education
University of Iowa 1992 — 1994
BA, Journalism, American History
Clinton (IA) Community College September 2011 - Present
MarketingOverEasy.com August 2010 - Present
Dave Ramacitti January 1960 - Present
University of Phoenix June 2002 - September 2012
Benedictine University 2008 - 2010
University of Phoenix Chicago September 2004 - September 2009
Royal Neighbors of America 1999 - 2004
David F. Ramacitti & Assoc. 1985 - 1999
Quad-City Times 1967 - 1985
Skills
Small Business, Teaching, Entrepreneurship, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Writing, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Instructional Design, Business Planning, Budgeting, Higher Education, Event Management, Event Planning, Copywriting, Advertising, Curriculum Development, Grant Writing, Budgets, Adult Education, Leadership, Strategy, Coaching, Training, Marketing, Editing, Staff Development, Program Development, Leadership Development, Organizational..., E-Learning, Management, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Curriculum Design, Social Media, Recruiting, Research, Team Building, Blogging, Social Networking, Analysis, Career Counseling, Start-ups, Community Outreach, Time Management, Critical Thinking, Distance Learning, Newsletters
Education
University of Northern Iowa 1996 — 1999
MA, Communication
Western Illinois University 1959 — 1964
BS Ed, English / Journalism
Oak Park River Forest High School 1956 — 1959
Diploma, High School
ESPN September 2007 - Present
Sporting News September 1996 - September 2007
Quad-City Times December 1991 - August 1996
Skills
Sports Writing
Education
Lindenwood University
Bachelor's, Mass. Comm
Accruent January 2014 - Present
Accruent September 2012 - Present
247sports.com December 2010 - Present
Austin American-Statesman August 2005 - Present
Vista Equity Partners April 2011 - October 2011
Blade Energy Partners May 2010 - September 2010
Quad-City Times 2003 - 2005
Skills
Excel, Microsoft Office, Editing, Public Relations, Research, Writing, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications, Leadership
Education
The University of Texas at Austin - The Red McCombs School of Business 2010 — 2012
MBA
Columbia College Chicago 1999 — 2001
Bachelors, Journalism, writing, communication
CVS Pharmacy August 2011 - Present
Marco Group International June 2005 - March 2011
Quad City Times May 2009 - October 2009
ROADWAY EXPRESS via SEDONA STAFFING September 2004 - June 2005
RGIS October 1994 - December 2004
Skills
Excel, Outlook, 10 Key, Cooking, Cashiering, Pharmaceuticals, SharePoint, Customer Service, Microsoft Windows 98, Windows XP Professional, Oracle, Logistics, Freight, Charity Events, Inventory Management, Windows 7, Clerical Skills, Dreamweaver, Visual Basic 5.0/6.0, Visio, Access, Desktop Administration, Network Security, Network Design, Communication, College Composition, Microsoft Excel, Leadership
Education
Kaplan University 2011 — 2012
Associate's degree, IT/Business, 4.0
Black Hawk Community College 1990 — 1991
None, General
Cedar Falls High School 1987 — 1989
Diploma, General
Grampp Realty of Bettendof, Iowa July 2006 - Present
Ruhl&Ruhl June 2000 - July 2006
Wheeler Consolidated Lumber Company May 1991 - October 1998
Combined Insurance October 1990 - May 1991
Rent-A-Center January 1988 - September 1990
The Seventh Judical District of Iowa July 1985 - May 1987
Quad-City Times January 1980 - September 1985
Skills
Foreclosures, Investment Properties, Residential Homes, HUD, First Time Home Buyers, Relocation, Buyer Representation, Sellers, Condos, Short Sales, Move Up Buyers, New Home Sales, Mortgage Lending, Refinance, Sales, Seniors, Listings, FHA, Relocation Buyers, Real Estate, Referrals, Buyers, Investors, Single Family Homes, ABR, Real Property, Townhomes, Vacation Homes, REO, Real Estate Transactions, Negotiation, Investments, Customer Service, Contract Negotiation
Education
St. Ambrose University 1998 — 2000
BA, Business Management
St. Ambrose University 1979 — 1987
BA, Political Science and Criminal Justice
Davenport Assumption High School 1975 — 1979
Class of 1979, High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates
Charles City Press March 2013 - Present
Quad-City Times September 2007 - April 2013
La Crosse Tribune May 2005 - November 2005
Stillwater Gazette October 1996 - December 2001
Skills
Newspaper, Photography, Pagination, Journalism, Breaking News, Newspaper Design, Headline Writing, Ap Style, Copy Editing, News Writing, Storytelling, Blogging
Education
Augsburg College 1989 — 1991
Bachelor's degree, Mass communications
Iowa Wesleyan College 1988 — 1989
Chicago Tribune Media Group April 2013 - Present
Chicago Tribune Media Group January 2011 - March 2013
Chicago Tribune Media Group 2006 - December 2010
Evanston Paper Company June 2000 - November 2006
Quad-City Times June 1999 - June 2000
Skills
Advertising Sales, Media Planning, Digital Media, Online Advertising, Advertising, Digital Strategy, Digital Marketing, Media Buying, Sales, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Cold Calling, Email Marketing, SEM, Mobile Marketing, Direct Marketing, Lead Generation, Interactive Marketing, Online Marketing, Mobile Advertising, PPC, Salesforce.com, Direct Mail, Web Analytics
Education
Bradley University 1994 — 1999
Communications, Advertising/Marketing
Camanche
SCSI LLC - Supply Chain Services International June 2015 - Present
John Deere (through Volt) November 2012 - June 2015
Quad-City Times August 2011 - November 2012
Quad-City Times June 2010 - August 2011
Quad-City Times April 2009 - May 2010
John Deere (through Sedona) March 2008 - November 2008
GOOD NEWS September 2005 - 2008
Moline Dispatch Publishing Co September 2002 - August 2005
Education
Black Hawk College 2009 — 2009
SHRM Certificate, Human Resources Management
Grove City College 1993 — 1997
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Management
Capital Newspapers September 2009 - Present
Sports officiating 2000 - Present
Wisconsin State Journal January 1998 - September 2009
Quad-City Times June 1994 - January 1998
Northwest Herald 1986 - 1994
Northwest Herald 1986 - 1994
Skills
News Writing, Editorial, Copy Editing, Editing, Journalism, Stories, AP Style, Writing, Interviewing, Newspaper, Facebook, Copywriting, Social Media, Strategic Communications, Sports, Social Networking, Wordpress, Social Media Marketing, Online Marketing, Web Content, QuarkXPress, Writing Skills, Creative Writing, Blogging, Android, Ap Style, Newsletters, Web Content Management, Storytelling
Education
Marquette University 1980 — 1984
BA, Journalism
Marian Central Catholic HS 1977 — 1980
Advanced Medical Transport June 2010 - Present
Scott County Family YMCA January 2003 - January 2005
Quad-City Times January 2000 - January 2003
US Army September 1998 - September 2002
Humane Society Of Scott County January 1998 - January 2000
Skills
Critical Care, BLS, Healthcare, ACLS, CPR Certified
Education
Trinity College of Nursing & Health Sciences 2009 — 2010
Paramedic, Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
University of Iowa 2004 — 2008
Bachelor's degree, Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
Lorenz Educational Press January 2014 - Present
Bettendorf Community School District January 2012 - Present
Super Duper Publications January 2006 - Present
Davenport Community Schools January 2006 - Present
LinguiSystems January 1988 - December 2005
Quad-City Times January 1988 - January 1994
Andrews McMeel Universal January 1987 - January 1989
Skills
writing, Editing, event coordination, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Customer Service, Research, Public Speaking, Marketing, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Published Author, Literature, Teaching, Blogging, Proofreading, Copy Editing
Education
Drake University
Bachelor's Degree, English Teacher
University of Iowa
+30 Graduate Hours, Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
The Seattle Times October 2013 - Present
The Seattle Times March 2011 - September 2013
Seattle Times February 2007 - May 2011
The (Baltimore) Sun April 2005 - February 2007
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2001 - 2005
Seattle Post-Intelligencer April 1996 - June 2001
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1984 - 1996
Quad-City Times 1980 - 1984
Skills
Journalism, Storytelling, Newspapers, Editing, Breaking News, Content Strategy, Photography, Videography, Politics, AP Style, News Writing, Online Journalism, Feature Articles, Editorial, Management, Investigative Reporting, New Media, Publications, Newspaper, Web Content, Magazines, Committed to...
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 1979 — 1980
MA (completed 1990), Public Affairs Reporting
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1977 — 1979
BS, Journalism
Unity Point Health 2010 - Present
Trinity Regional Health System December 2005 - January 2010
Lee Enterprises 2001 - 2005
Quad-City Times 2001 - 2001
Skills
Budgets, Data Analysis, Accounting, Strategic Planning, Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Healthcare, Business Analysis, Process Improvement
Education
Iowa State University
St. Ambrose University
MBA, Business
St. Ambrose University
BA, Accounting
Quad-City Times July 2009 - Present
The Advisory Group, Inc. October 2006 - July 2009
The Ad Group September 2003 - October 2006
The Quad City Radio Group/Clear Channel Communications June 2000 - September 2003
Quad-City Times August 1997 - June 2000
Skills
Communicator and..., Marketing strategist..., Advertising, Email Marketing, SEO, Marketing Strategy, Marketing
Education
St. Ambrose University 1989 — 1997
BA, Business Administration major/Economics minor
Fujian Normal University May 2013 - June 2013
Shantou University February 2011 - July 2011
USA TODAY February 1987 - December 2007
Des Moines Register February 1972 - February 1987
Ventura County Star June 1971 - February 1972
Quad-City Times September 1966 - August 1969
Skills
photojournalism, photography, Computer Proficiency
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1970 — 1971
Augustana College 1966 — 1969
BA, Business/History
Silver Oaks Communications 2011 - Present
Moonturtle Reiki 2010 - Present
Lee Enterprises December 2008 - August 2010
Quad-City Times July 2005 - December 2008
Skills
Web Development, Mobile Applications
Education
Bradley University 2000 — 2003
City of Davenport, Iowa July 2014 - Present
City of Davenport, Iowa July 2014 - Present
Quad-City Times December 2006 - June 2014
The Dispatch and The Rock Island Argus June 1997 - December 2006
Skills
Blogging, Newspapers, Breaking News, Press Releases, Journalism, Copy Editing, Media Relations, News Writing
Education
Birmingham-Southern College 1988 — 1990
B.A., History
The University of Kansas 1986 — 1988
Self-employed September 2014 - Present
The Indianapolis Star October 1992 - September 2014
The State Journal-Register 1991 - 1992
St. Louis Sun 1989 - 1990
Quad-City Times August 1982 - August 1989
The Jackson Sun 1980 - 1981
Skills
Journalism, AP Style, News Writing, Feature Articles, Press Releases, Newspapers, Ap Style, Breaking News, Content Management, Content Strategy, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Digital Media, Editing, Editorial, Facebook, Fact-checking, Headline Writing, Interviews, Magazines, Media Relations, Multimedia, New Media, Newsletters, Newspaper, Online Journalism, Proofreading, Public Relations, Publications, Publishing, Social Media, Storytelling, Web Content
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 1981 — 1982
Master's, Public Affairs Reporting
AFCENT
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Sunbelt Business Brokers- Quad Cities October 2013 - Present
TAG Communications March 2009 - October 2013
Quad-City Times July 2002 - February 2009
Lee Enterprises 2001 - 2002
Skills
Public Relations, Marketing, Social Media, Direct Marketing, Sales, Market Research, Advertising, Event Planning, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Graphic Design, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Sales Management, Facebook, Video, Public Speaking, Brokers, Customer Service
Education
Iowa State University 1996 — 2000
Bachlor of Science, Major;Marketing; Minor: Speech Communication
StreetWise 2005 - Present
National Federation of Press Women 2010 - August 2010
AWJ/IWPA 2005 - 2009
Quad-City Times 1983 - 1984
Dixon (IL) Telegraph 1977 - 1983
Education
Northwestern University 1971 — 1975
Bachelor of Science in Journalism, Newspaper major, Political Science secondary major, concentrations in French, U.S. history
Kent State University August 2008 - Present
Akron Beacon Journal 1996 - Present
The University of Akron 2008 - 2009
The Charlotte Observer 1993 - 1996
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 1986 - 1993
Quad-City Times 1978 - 1986
Barrington Press/Countryside Newspapers 1974 - 1978
Education
Kent State University 2006 — 2008
MA, New Media
University of Missouri-Columbia 1972 — 1974
BJ, Journalism
Miami University 1970 — 1972
Pre-journalism
Sedona Technologies July 2014 - Present
Sedona Technologies February 2012 - Present
Volt Technical Resources April 2009 - February 2012
Volt Technical Resources September 2005 - September 2008
Tech Team Global June 2000 - December 2003
Quad-City Times January 1992 - October 1999
Skills
Training, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Troubleshooting, Help Desk Support, Call Centers, Networking, Software Documentation, Process Improvement, SharePoint, System Administration, Hardware, Access, Testing, Microsoft Office, Visio
Education
St. Ambrose University 2012 — 2013
Business Administration and Management, General
St. Ambrose University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Elective Studdies, Management
Wyoming Tribune Eagle January 2014 - Present
Wyoming Tribune Eagle August 2011 - January 2014
UWyo magazine December 2008 - July 2011
Quad-City Times June 2007 - November 2008
Bellingham Herald May 2006 - May 2007
Wyoming Tribune-Eagle January 2003 - May 2006
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal January 2000 - December 2002
Denton Record-Chronicle August 1997 - January 2000
The Humboldt Sun July 1996 - August 1997
Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, AP Style, Blogging, Newspapers, Storytelling, News Writing, Journalism, Feature Articles, Facebook, Editorial, Publications, Magazines, Public Relations, Social Media, QuarkXPress, InDesign, Wordsmithing
Education
Syracuse University 1992 — 1996
BS, AB, Newspaper, psychology
Syracuse University 1992 — 1996
Bachelor's degree, Newspaper, psychology
Gannett April 2013 - Present
Quad-City Times May 2010 - April 2013
Star Tribune December 2009 - May 2010
Merrill Corporation February 2010 - April 2010
Young America February 2009 - January 2010
Iowa State Daily July 2006 - December 2008
Quad-City Times May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Copy Editing, Ap Style, Press Releases, Editing, Facebook, Media Relations, QuarkXPress, Newspaper Design, AP Style, Breaking News, Journalism, Web Content, Headline Writing, Online Journalism, Feature Articles, Proofreading, Video Editing, Newspapers, News Writing, Video Production, Storytelling, Publications, Editorial, Social Media, Copywriting, InDesign
Education
Iowa State University 2004 — 2008
BA, Journalism and Mass Communication
Jeff's Car Corner May 2014 - Present
Lincare Holdings, Inc - Adult & Pediatric Specialist August 2011 - May 2014
Lincare Holdings, Inc - Adult & Pediatrics Specialist August 2009 - 2011
Lincare Holdings, Inc February 2007 - August 2009
Modern Woodmen of America January 2005 - January 2007
CALIFORNIA CLOSET COMPANY January 2004 - January 2006
QUAD CITY TIMES January 2004 - January 2005
Skills
Sales Process, Sales, Direct Sales, Marketing, Account Management, New Business Development, Public Speaking, Marketing Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Cold Calling, Customer Retention, Advertising, Business Development, Sales Management, Management
Education
St. Ambrose University
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
assumption
Elisa Petersen Photography May 2003 - Present
Schiller's Imaging Group September 2009 - March 2010
Schillers Imaging Group September 2008 - March 2010
Quad-City Times January 2008 - July 2008
Evansville Courier & Press August 2007 - December 2007
Skills
Photojournalism, Weddings, Photography, Portraits, Multimedia, Portrait Photography, Digital Photography, Image Editing, Newspapers, Editorial, Video, Lightroom
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2003 — 2007
Bachelor's of Journalism, Photojournalism emphasis. Minors in Anthropology and Art History
Ladue Horton Watkins High School 1999 — 2003
University of Iowa December 2007 - Present
Iowa City Foreign Relations Council February 2009 - May 2010
Council for International Visitors to Iowa Cities February 2009 - May 2010
University of Iowa College of Nursing 2002 - 2006
Iowa City Press-Citizen September 1999 - May 2002
Quad-City Times August 1987 - August 1999
Monmouth (Ill.) Daily Review Atlas September 1983 - August 1987
Skills
Editing, Writing, History, English, Copy Editing, Microsoft Office, Press Releases, Publicity, Blogging, Newspaper, Stories, Journalism, Storytelling, Newspapers, Creative Writing, AP Style, Proofreading, Public Speaking, Publications, Newsletters, Facebook, Social Networking, Grant Writing, Higher Education, Photography, Nonprofits, Web Content, Research, Copywriting, Media Relations, Social Media, Fundraising
Education
University of Iowa 2003 — 2007
BA, History, Geography
Freelance May 2005 - Present
Elsevier Health Sciences September 2008 - November 2011
VanBrien & Associates May 2005 - November 2011
McGraw-Hill Higher Education October 2004 - May 2005
McGraw-Hill Higher Education January 2001 - October 2004
Heartland Blood Centers March 1999 - January 2001
American Burn Association September 1998 - March 1999
Morningstar June 1997 - September 1998
Quad-City Times 1996 - 1997
Skills
Editing, Publishing, Proofreading, Copy Editing, Books, Account Management, Project Management, Academic Publishing, Freelance Writing, Textbooks, Online Publishing
Education
Augustana College 1993 — 1997
B.A., English with a writing emphasis
Rock Island High School 1990 — 1993
The Ad Factory August 2012 - Present
LinguiSystems, Inc. September 2006 - July 2012
Trinity Regional Health System November 2004 - September 2006
Quad-City Times June 1994 - November 2004
Skills
Facebook, Event Planning, Typography, Video Editing, Adobe Acrobat, Magazines, Brochures, Corporate Identity, Mac, Publications, Layout, Copywriting
Education
University of Northern Iowa 1991 — 1993
BA, Graphic Design, Marketing
Southeastern Community College 1988 — 1990
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Marketing
Humana November 2013 - Present
National Sourcing Inc January 2009 - November 2013
Serco January 2009 - December 2011
Abt Associates November 2008 - January 2009
OUP Database project November 2008 - January 2009
Department of State- Foreign Service Institute July 2006 - September 2006
State Department July 2006 - September 2006
FOREIGN SERVICE INSTITUTE 2006 - 2006
Quad-City Times November 2004 - October 2005
Quad City Times November 2004 - October 2005
Education
Hebrew University - Rothberg International School 2005 — 2007
Master of Arts, Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies
The Hebrew University 2005 — 2007
MA, Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies
University of Wisconsin 1999 — 2003
BA, International Studies
University of Wisconsin 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts; a certificate, International Studies and Political Science; Judaic Studies
UnityPoint Health (formerly Iowa Health System) June 2011 - June 2015
TAG Healthcare Marketing November 2008 - June 2011
The Ad Group/TAG Legal Marketing/TAG Yellow Pages/Ad Group Automotive Marketing 2008 - June 2011
The Ad Group 2008 - June 2011
TAG Communications 2008 - June 2011
Trinity Regional Health System January 2003 - November 2008
Quad-City Times November 1998 - January 2003
Simon Property Group June 1990 - November 1998
General Growth Properties 1990 - 1998
Education
University of Northern Iowa 1986 — 1990
BA, Marketing, Advertising
Quad-City Times September 2014 - Present
MM Graphic Design July 2013 - Present
Von Maur June 2012 - July 2013
Von Maur March 2009 - June 2012
Admospheres Media & Marketing January 2008 - March 2009
Printing Unlimited June 2007 - January 2008
OfficeMax August 2003 - June 2007
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Photography, Dreamweaver, InDesign, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat, Mac, Windows 7, Digital Photography, Logo Design, Web Design, HTML 5, CSS, C++, Visual Basic, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint, Microsoft Access, Email Marketing Software, Mass Email Marketing, Printing, Brochures, Email Marketing, Newsletters, Layout, Business Cards, Flyers, Typography, Invitations, HTML, Image Editing, Postcards, Graphics
Education
St. Ambrose University 2005 — 2007
Bachelor's degree, Graphic Design
Eastern Iowa Community College District 2013 — 2014
Certification, Web Design
Black Hawk College 2003 — 2005
Associates, Liberal Arts
Galva High School 2001 — 2003
Enterprise Publishing Company May 2012 - Present
Fremont Tribune February 2006 - May 2012
KWQC TV-6 News January 2000 - February 2006
Quad-City Times September 1999 - November 2003
Skills
Newspapers, News Writing, Copy Editing, AP Style, Storytelling, Journalism, Headline Writing, Editing, Online Journalism, Proofreading, Breaking News
Education
St. Ambrose University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor's degree, Radio/TV and Journalism
The Times of Northwest Indiana June 2003 - Present
The Times of Northwest Indiana June 2003 - June 2008
Quad-City Times June 1998 - June 2003
Chicago Sun-Times January 1998 - June 1998
Skills
Newspaper, Breaking News, AP Style, Journalism, Headline Writing, Computer Assisted..., Magazines, News Writing, Social Media, Storytelling, Investigative Reporting, Ap Style, Editing, Newspapers, Media Relations, Historic Preservation, Feature Articles, Publications, Fact-checking, Computer-assisted..., Copy Editing, Online Journalism, Editorial, Investigative Research, InCopy, Public Relations
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 1997 — 1998
Master of Arts (M.A.), Public Affairs Reportring
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
Freelance August 2008 - Present
Black Hills Pioneer & Weekly August 2011 - September 2015
Pilgrim Studios November 2012 - May 2013
Oregon Commentator July 2010 - May 2011
RideLust.com May 2009 - September 2010
Quad-City Times August 2007 - May 2008
St. Ambrose University student newspaper August 2005 - May 2008
Skills
Journalism, AP Style, Freelance Writing, Copy Editing, Editing, Writing, Newspapers, Storytelling, Blogging, Magazines, Social Media, Voiceovers, On-camera Experience, Copywriting, First Amendment, Media Relations, Media Law, Press Releases, Investigative Reporting, Research
Education
University of Oregon 2008 — 2011
Magazine Journalism
St. Ambrose University 2005 — 2008
B.A., Journalism, PR, Environmental Studies
Wheels Up May 2014 - Present
Alliance Data January 2013 - May 2014
Columbus Blue Jackets September 2005 - October 2012
Columbus Destroyers 2005 - 2006
Quad-City Times October 2003 - August 2005
Quad City Steamwheelers January 2003 - September 2004
Skills
Sports Management, Sports Marketing, Sports, Sponsorship, Ticket Sales, Media Relations, Event Management, Facebook, Press Releases, Event Planning, Social Media, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Sports Industry, Baseball, Ap Style, Marketing Communications, Broadcast, Social Networking, Sponsorship Sales, Sports Writing, Archtics, AP Style
Education
St. Ambrose University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor, Sport Management
Quad-City Times
Skills
Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Newspapers, Advertising, Social Media, Advertising Sales, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Media Relations, Public Relations
Education
Loras College 1995 — 1999
Marketing, Business, Advertising, Economics
Gannett February 2011 - Present
Des Moines Register 2009 - February 2011
Des Moines Register October 2008 - July 2009
Des Moines Register March 2005 - October 2008
Des Moines Register December 1999 - March 2005
Quad-City Times January 1999 - December 1999
Education
University of Iowa 1994 — 1998
Bachelor's Degree, Communication and Media Studies; Journalism
Quad-City Times January 2009 - July 2009
The Record-Courier May 2008 - October 2008
The Visual Image June 2006 - August 2006
Education
Kent State University
Bachelor of Science, Photojournalism
Quad-City Times December 2006 - Present
Education
St. Ambrose University
MA, Accounting
St. Ambrose University
BA, Accounting
WQPT Quad Cities PBS May 2013 - Present
Cre8tiv-T's February 2010 - August 2013
Western Illinois University Quad Cities February 2013 - May 2013
Quad-City Times October 2007 - August 2012
Skills
Advertising, Social Media, Newspaper, Social Media Marketing, Photography, Online Advertising, Facebook, Public Relations, Editing, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Marketing, Photoshop, Brand Development, Event Planning, Event Management, Brand Management, Brochures, Digital Photography, AP Style, Gifts, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Email Marketing
Education
Western Illinois University 2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing, Senior
Kaplan University
AS, Business Adminstration/Marketing
St. Ambrose University
Unified Newspaper Group 2010 - Present
Verona Press April 2006 - Present
Macomb Eagle 2005 - 2006
Quad-City Times November 1999 - December 2004
Corvallis Gazette-Times August 1997 - November 1999
Skills
Storytelling, Newspapers, News Writing, Publications, Journalism, Copy Editing, Newspaper Design, Magazines, AP Style, Newspaper, Photography, Editing, Writing, Editorial, Proofreading
Education
University of Arizona 1990 — 1994
Bachelor's, Journalism, East Asian Studies (Chinese)
Kim's Monogram 2010 - Present
Quad City Times 1992 - 1995
Northern Illinois University August 1900 - August 1901
Skills
Small Business, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Entrepreneurship, Team Building, Coaching, Social Media Marketing
Education
Bradley University
Illinois Valley Community College
ADN, Nursing
Northern Illinois University
Quad-City Times March 2011 - Present
Skills
Interviews, Recruiting, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Personnel Management, Performance Management, Sourcing, Labor Relations, Workforce Planning, FMLA, New Hire Orientations, College Recruiting, Customer Service, Deferred Compensation, Job Descriptions, Leadership, Public Speaking, Team Building, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Management, Training, Strategic Planning, Leadership Development, Onboarding, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Employee Benefits, Coaching, Organizational..., Benefits Administration
Education
Capella University 2006 — 2008
Master of Science (M.S.), Human Resource Management
Illinois State University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Social Sciences Secondary Education
United Township High School 1995 — 1998
High School Diploma, General Studies
Register Media May 2015 - Present
Ottumwa Courier October 2010 - May 2015
Quad-City Times December 2005 - September 2010
Lee Enterprises 1996 - 2010
Skills
Sales Management, Advertising Sales, Online Advertising, Mobile Advertising, Marketing, Sales Trainings
Education
Buena Vista University 1985 — 1989
BA, English, Mass Comm, Psychology
4imprint 2009 - Present
Krause Publications December 1999 - December 2001
Quad-City Times April 1992 - December 1999
Skills
Email Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, SEO, Catalog copywriting, Copywriting, Direct Marketing, Advertising
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1979 — 1981
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English, creative writing specialty
Sauk Valley Community College 1977 — 1979
Associate of Arts (A.A.), English
Aurora Public Schools August 2013 - Present
Des Moines Public Schools - Orchard Place June 2013 - August 2013
Woodward Academy August 2011 - September 2012
The Chronicle of Higher Education January 2011 - May 2011
Augustana College August 2008 - May 2010
Augustana Observer June 2008 - December 2009
River Cities' Reader June 2009 - August 2009
Quad-City Times 2007 - 2008
Quad City Times - Bettendorf News July 2007 - September 2007
Skills
Copy Editing, Journalism, News Writing, Editing, Social Media, InDesign, QuarkXPress, Research, Publications, Adobe Creative Suite, AP Style
Education
Augustana College 2006 — 2010
B.A., Teaching History
Augustana College
Triumph Community Bank July 2015 - Present
LeeLocal April 2013 - October 2014
Quad-City Times July 2010 - April 2013
Illinois College January 2007 - May 2010
Wesley Chapel: Jacksonville, IL June 2008 - May 2009
Western IL Trampoline and Tumbling August 2004 - July 2006
Skills
Facebook, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Advertising, Customer Service, Online Advertising, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Public Relations, Constant Contact, Data Dynamics, CRM, CMS, Group Coupons, Online Contests, Training, Google Analytics, Photography, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Email Marketing, SEO, Marketing Communications, Digital Media, Online Marketing
Education
Illinois College 2006 — 2010
BA, Fine Arts and Business Management Organizational Leadership
Riverdale Senior High School 2002 — 2006
Scott County Animal Hospital February 2005 - Present
Quad City Times June 2009 - Present
Risius Veterinary Service September 2002 - December 2004
Skills
Pets, Veterinary Medicine, Dogs, Soft Tissue Surgery, Veterinary, Social Media, Blogging, Surgery, Horses, Cattle, Agriculture education, Farming, CATS, Internal Medicine, Agriculture, Medicine, Animal Husbandry, Animal Behavior, Teaching, Pathology, Laser Therapy, Farms, Animal Work, Veterinary Public Health, Client Education, Anesthesia, Vaccines, Dairy, Exotic Animals, Euthanasia, Animal Nutrition, Animal Surgery, Swine, Laboratory Animal..., Dental Prophylaxis, Veterinary Pathology, Vaccinations, Physiology
Education
The Ohio State University 1999 — 2002
Master of Science (MS), Residency in Food Animal Veterinary Surgery & Medicine
Iowa State University 1998 — 1999
Internship in Food Animal Medicine & Surgery, Internship in Food Animal Medicine & Surgery
University of Prince Edward Island 1994 — 1998
DVM, Veterinary Medicine
University of Guelph 1990 — 1994
BSc(Agr), Animal Science
Quad-City Times October 2007 - Present
Ducky's Formal Wear March 1997 - September 2007
Skills
Newspaper, Audience Development, Media Relations, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Mobile Advertising, Advertising Management, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Buyer Representation, Sales Management, Event Management, Email Marketing, Newspapers, Facebook, Online Marketing, Social Networking, Copywriting, Advertising Sales, Account Management, Digital Marketing, Sales, SEO, Digital Strategy, Brand Awareness
Education
Augustana College 1999 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Fine and Studio Arts
Quad-City Times August 2012 - Present
Iowa State University June 2011 - Present
Iowa Events Center January 2012 - May 2012
Iowa State University May 2011 - October 2011
Education
Iowa State University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Graphic Design
Quad-City Times August 2013 - Present
Marshall Independent September 2012 - August 2013
Marshall Independent August 2009 - August 2012
Yankton Daily Press & Dakotan May 2008 - August 2009
The Volante, student newspaper September 2006 - May 2009
Skills
Basic HTML, QuarkXPress, InDesign, Wordpress, Social Media, Microsoft Office, AP Style, Copy Editing, Sports Writing
Education
The University of South Dakota 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism, 3.98 GPA
Quad-City Times October 2005 - Present
The News-Gazette December 2003 - September 2005
The Daily Egyptian August 2003 - May 2005
Skills
Photoshop, QuarkXPress, InDesign, Ap Style, Web Content Management, CMS, Sports Writing, Copy Editing, Storytelling
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
Parkland College 2001 — 2003
Associate's degree
Galena Brewing Company July 2013 - Present
State of Illinois - Illinois Student Assistance Commission June 2012 - Present
Quad-City Times January 2009 - June 2012
Western Illinois University August 2009 - May 2011
Skills
Writing, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Journalism, Communication, Press Releases, Media Relations, Publications, Sports, Community Outreach
Education
Western Illinois University 2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication, General
Black Hawk College 2006 — 2009
Associate's degree, Undeclared
Quad City Arts April 2015 - Present
Quad-City Times October 2013 - April 2015
Scott Community College August 2013 - July 2014
Muscatine Community College August 2013 - December 2013
Wilton Community School District August 2004 - May 2013
Skills
Creative Nonfiction..., Journalism, Teaching, Teaching Writing, Teaching Reading, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, Text Editing, Publications, Literature, Newspapers, Multimedia, Curriculum Design, Editing, Copy Editing, English Literature, Proofreading, Blogging
Education
University of Iowa 2001 — 2003
Master's of Arts in Teaching, Secondary English Education
University of Iowa 1998 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English and French