The Birmingham News
Industry: Newspaper
DescriptionThe Birmingham News is the principal newspaper for Birmingham, Alabama, United States, and the largest newspaper in Alabama. The paper is owned by Advance Publications, and was a daily newspaper from its founding through September 30, 2012. Circulation: 145,655 Daily; 176,087 Sunday Owner: Advance Publications First issue date: 1888 Sister newspapers: The Huntsville Times; Press-Register (Mobile) Headquarters: 2200 4th Avenue North; Birmingham, Alabama 35203; USA Nominations: Pulitzer Prize for Public Service, Pulitzer Prize for Editorial Writing People also search for: The Huntsville Times, Press-Register,
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Trade & Industry Developmtent, a Due North Media publication February 2015 - Present
Due North Media May 2014 - February 2015
Alabama Media Group April 2012 - May 2014
The Birmingham News December 2008 - April 2012
The Birmingham News April 2008 - December 2008
The Birmingham News October 2006 - April 2008
Trish McEvoy Cosmetics April 1996 - October 2006
Skills
Newspaper, Social Media, Advertising, Digital Media, Advertising Sales, Social Media Marketing, Newspapers, Blogging, Sales, Training, Editing, Salesforce.com, Recruiting, Magazines, Publishing, Facebook, Management, Copywriting, Social Networking, Online Advertising, Sales Management, Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, Public Relations, Digital Marketing, Customer Service, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Leadership
Education
George Mason University
BA, Theatre
Trinity Rep Conservatory
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Wakefield High School
ITT Technical Institute March 2015 - August 2015
Onin Staffing October 2013 - March 2015
Honda Manufacturing of Alabama July 2011 - October 2013
Various Companies September 2006 - July 2011
The Birmingham News January 2003 - August 2006
Eastern Health System, Inc. November 1997 - December 2002
Skills
Recruiting, Applicant Tracking..., Human Resources, Training, Temporary Placement, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Vendor Management, Talent Management, Onboarding, Hospitality, Healthcare, Staffing Services, Management, Temporary Staffing, Team Building, Leadership, Customer Service, Interviews, Hiring, HRIS, Microsoft Office, College Recruiting, New Hire Orientations, Technical Recruiting
Education
Auburn University 1985 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Sicence and Business
Birmingham, Alabama July 2012 - Present
Luckie @ Company September 1991 - July 2012
The Birmingham News June 1984 - September 1991
Skills
Copy Editing, Creative Writing, Journalism, Copywriting, Research, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Public Relations, Microsoft Word, Press Releases, Editorial, Photography, Advertising, Media Relations, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Creative Direction, Integrated Marketing
Education
UAB 1982 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communications
Auburn University 1970 — 1974
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Political Science and Government
Cummings Creative Group (CCG) January 2015 - Present
Luckie & Company July 2014 - January 2015
Momentum Telecom June 2011 - June 2014
Creative Contract Services April 2010 - May 2011
The Birmingham News January 2008 - March 2010
Press-Register May 2007 - July 2007
Skills
Editing, Social Media, Public Relations, Writing, Blogger, Journalism, Storytelling, Content Strategy, Feature Articles, Press Releases, AP Style, Newspapers, Facebook, Editorial, SEO
Education
Auburn University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
Art by Bryan Crowson April 2013 - Present
self-employed October 2012 - Present
The Birmingham News September 1985 - September 2012
The Decatur Daily June 1985 - August 1985
Hedstrom Corporation 1983 - 1985
Skills
Headline Writing, Newspaper, Ap Style, News Writing, Journalism, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Editorial, Publications, Proofreading, Editing, Magazines, Press Releases, Management, Blogging, Digital Media, Blogger, Text Editing, Art, Fine Art, Portraits, Breaking News, Newspapers, AP Style, Newspaper Design, Investigative Reporting, Photography, Freelance Writing, Newsletters, Online Journalism, Publishing
Education
Auburn University 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
University of Montevallo 1980 — 1981
Alabama Apartment Locators April 2007 - Present
Litho Publishing 2007 - Present
Birmingham, AL May 2006 - April 2007
Landscape Associates May 2005 - May 2006
The Birmingham News August 1999 - May 2006
Skills
Customer Satisfaction, Team Building, Sales Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Sales, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Leadership Development, Advertising, Public Speaking, Contract Negotiation, Marketing, Leadership, Time Management, Online Advertising, Account Management, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Salesforce.com, Budgets, Outlook, New Business Development, Negotiation, Training, Social Networking, Public Relations, Cold Calling, Marketing Communications, Management, Customer Retention, Business Development, Sales Operations, Selling, Sales Process, Retail, Direct Sales, B2B, Sales Presentations, Online Marketing, Team Leadership, Market Planning, Lead Generation, Coaching, Recruiting, Market Research, Small Business, CRM, Trade Shows
Education
Samford University 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies Minor in Marketing, 3.2
Hewitt Trussville 1980 — 1983
Advanced Academic, College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program
WIAT 42 January 2015 - Present
WJTV News Channel 12 June 2014 - December 2014
WJTV News Channel 12 & Mississippi's CW June 2010 - December 2014
The Birmingham News October 2009 - June 2010
The Birmingham News October 2005 - October 2009
The Birmingham News October 1998 - October 2005
Skills
Advertising Sales, Sales Management, Promotions, Budgeting, New Business Development, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Budgets, Media Sales, Online Advertising, Marketing, Digital Media, Sales Presentations, Negotiation, Advertising Management, Direct Mail, Marketing Strategy, Mobile Advertising, Newspaper, Broadcast Television, One Domain, Scarborough Research, Ad*Views, Nielsen, Audience Measurement, Newspapers, New Media, Broadcast, Sales, Brand Awareness, Social Networking, Inventory Management, Sponsorship, Television, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Media Buying, Mobile Marketing, Online Marketing, Direct Marketing, Media Relations, Integrated Marketing, Brand Development, SEM, Radio Advertising
Education
Samford University 1993 — 1997
BS, Business Management, Marketing minor
Gardendale High School, Gardendale, AL 1990 — 1993
VESTAVIA TITLE, LLC August 2013 - Present
MARK E. GUALANO, LLC January 2009 - Present
First Security Title, Inc. May 2006 - February 2008
Beals & Associates, PC August 2005 - April 2006
The Birmingham News May 1994 - May 2005
Skills
Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate, Lanlord Tenant Law, Residential Mortgages, Closings, Commercial Closings, Title Insurance, Probate Law, Real Estate Law, Small Business, Wills, Property Law, Commercial Real Estate, Estate Planning, LLC, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Legal Assistance, Residential Homes, Business Formation, Litigation, Personal Injury
Education
Birmingham School of Law 2001 — 2004
J.D., Law
Mississippi State University - College of Business and Industry 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business/Marketing
Neurogenx Nerve Center of Hoover August 2015 - Present
YP September 2009 - Present
The Birmingham News January 2009 - August 2015
SkyMall April 1998 - October 2002
Skills
Online Advertising, Advertising Sales, SEM, Mobile Marketing, Advertising, Digital Marketing, Lead Generation, Media Planning, PPC, Mobile Advertising, Google Adwords, Digital Media, Cold Calling, Media Buying, Direct Marketing, Account Management, Salesforce.com, B2B, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing
Education
Arizona State University 1993 — 1998
Communications, Broadcast Journalism, 4.0
Arizona State University 1993 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Broadcast Journalism
Project Harmony Israel June 2015 - Present
US Department of State February 2015 - April 2015
Alliance for Peacebuilding September 2014 - February 2015
Project Harmony Israel June 2014 - July 2014
Alabama Policy Institute May 2012 - August 2012
Camp Merrie-Woode, The Merrie-Woode Foundation, Inc. May 2011 - July 2011
The Birmingham News 2009 - 2010
Education
Georgetown University 2014 — 2016
Master of Arts (M.A.), Conflict Resolution
University of Virginia 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) History, Middle Eastern Studies
Middlebury Arabic Language School 2013 — 2013
McKinney Capital April 2014 - Present
Landscape Workshop LLC April 2014 - Present
Satellites Unlimited, Inc. April 2014 - Present
Mspark March 2013 - April 2014
Mspark July 2012 - March 2013
Mspark (formerly MailSouth) November 2008 - July 2012
UniFirst Corporation November 2007 - November 2008
The Birmingham News December 2005 - March 2007
Primedia March 2004 - November 2006
The Greater Birmingham Association of Homebuilders 2000 - 2003
Skills
Direct Marketing, Direct Mail, Advertising, Solution Selling, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Consumer Acquisition, Marketing Strategy, Digital Strategy, Account Management, Marketing Communications, Sales Management, New Business Development, Leadership, Brand Development, B2B, Online Marketing, Sales, Google Analytics, Management, Marketing, Social Media, Digital Media, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Facebook, Lead Generation, Event Planning, Strategy, Advertising Sales, Training, Marketing Research, Customer Acquisition, Database Marketing, Salesforce.com, Media Planning, B2B Marketing, SEM, Cold Calling, Interactive Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, CRM, Publishing, Trade Shows, Market Research, Brand Management, Marketing Management, Strategic Partnerships, Analytics, SEO
Education
University of Montevallo 1995 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts, English
Sewanee-The University of the South 1994 — 1995
English
Pelham High School 1990 — 1994
The Foundry Ministries February 2015 - Present
The Foundry Ministries May 2011 - Present
The Foundry Ministries August 2000 - Present
Steeple Group Communications 1996 - 2000
Crutchfield & Stewart Advertising 1992 - 1996
The Birmingham News 1987 - 1992
Skills
Public Speaking, Grant Writing, Event Planning, Non-profits, Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits
Education
Trevecca Nazarene University 2011 — 2013
Master's degree, Organizational Leadership, 4.0
University of Alabama at Birmingham 1990 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Public Relations/Image Management
Samford University 1988 — 1989
Counseling Psychology
Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED, Inc. August 2015 - Present
Coca-Cola Bottling Company United, Inc. November 2014 - August 2015
Coca-Cola Bottling Company United, Inc. October 2012 - November 2014
Tri-Star Fitness August 2010 - October 2012
Nx Level Fitness January 2008 - August 2010
Litho Publishing January 2007 - January 2008
The Birmingham News May 2004 - September 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, Web Design, Time Management, Strategic Planning, Strategic Analysis, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Organizing, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Marketing, Sales, Customer Service, Management, Advertising, Sales Operations, New Business Development, Team Building, Online Marketing, Sales Management
Education
Samford University 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
Furman University 2004 — 2006
Salisbury School 2001 — 2004
High School Diploma, High School
Indian Springs School
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Ala May 2013 - Present
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Ala May 2013 - Present
The Birmingham News August 2012 - March 2013
AT&T June 2006 - June 2009
T-Mobile December 2003 - June 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Interpersonal Skill, Creative Problem Solving, Positive Personality, Salesforce.com, SharePoint, Unisys Mainframe, Mactive, Computers, Microsoft Office, Fax, Laser Printers, Customer Retention, Retail, Advertising, Time Management
Education
Herzing University-Birmingham 2011 — 2011
No Degree, Nursing
WKGA 97.5FM October 2013 - Present
WAXC-TV August 2012 - Present
WKGA 97.5FM August 2012 - Present
Freelance Video and Film January 2012 - Present
Raycom Sports November 2011 - November 2012
WKGA 100.3FM / WZLM 97.5FM August 2005 - December 2008
WFEB 1340AM August 2007 - November 2007
Daily Home August 2005 - November 2006
Daily Mountain Eagle August 2004 - November 2004
The Birmingham News August 2002 - November 2003
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, Mac OS X, Sports Play-by-play, Sports Writing, News Producing, Sports Production, Directing, Sports Videography, Adobe Fireworks, Adobe Audition, News Writing, Editing, Video Editing, Video Production, Social Media, Videography, Broadcast, Microsoft Office, Camera, Sports, Writing, Adobe Premiere, Radio Broadcasting
Education
University of Montevallo 2009 — 2012
Bachelor's of Science, Broadcasting, Journalism
Central Alabama Community College 2006 — 2008
Associate of Arts (AA), General Studies
Baptist Health System March 2013 - Present
The Birmingham News March 2004 - September 2012
North Shelby Library April 2007 - March 2011
Alabama Press Association April 1999 - March 2004
Skills
Newspaper, Research, Journalism, Collection Development, Social Media, Cataloging, Library Research, Public Libraries, Library, Library Management, Publications, Writing, Advertising, Library Reference, Newspapers, Editorial, Media Relations, Social Media Marketing, Library Science, Library Systems, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Library Instruction, Digital Libraries, AP Style, Feature Articles, Press Releases, Storytelling, Digital Media, Media Planning, Marketing Communications
Education
University of Alabama 2005 — 2007
MLIS, Library and Information Studies
Samford University 1998 — 2002
BA, Journalism and Mass Communication, minor: history
Umbrella Sugar Productions 2006 - Present
CNN 2005 - 2013
CNN 2004 - 2004
CNN 2003 - 2004
Various newspapers nationwide January 2002 - October 2003
The Commercial Appeal May 2001 - August 2001
The Roanoke Times September 2000 - December 2000
The Birmingham News June 2000 - August 2000
University of Georgia 1999 - 2000
The Citizen June 1999 - August 1999
Skills
Digital Production, Television Producing, Writing, Communication Skills, Television News..., Television Studio..., Eye for Details, Stand-up Comedy, Social Media, Copywriting, Time Management, Digital Media, Creative Writing, Photojournalism, Commercial Photography, Newspapers, Media Relations, Sketch Comedy, Video Editing, Video Production, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, Photography, Multimedia, Project Management, Broadcast
Education
The University of Georgia 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing, 3.54 GPA
Chattahoochee High School 1993 — 1997
Birmingham–Southern College September 1996 - Present
Birmingham-Southern College August 1989 - September 1996
The Birmingham News September 1987 - August 1989
Skills
Higher Education, Veterans Benefits, Classroom Management, Registration, Events Coordination, Educational Reporting, Admissions, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Commencement Planning, Student Affairs, Community Outreach, Editing
Education
Birmingham-Southern College 1994 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Human Resources Management, magna cum laude
The Birmingham News 1999 - September 2012
Montgomery Advertiser 1994 - 1999
US Navy 1991 - 1994
Skills
Covering breaking news..., Generating various news..., Searching records to..., Covering state and..., Covering county..., Digital Photography, Posting stories and..., Typography, Color, Design Process, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, HTML, CSS, Can work on both Mac..., Microsoft Word, Access, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Databases, Newspapers, Storytelling
Education
University of Alabama 1985 — 1989
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Alabama A&M University 1984 — 1985
H Councill Trenholm State Technical College 2013 — 2014
Certificate in Graphic Design. Attended Trenholm under Veterans Retraining Assistance Program.
Fannie Mae July 2015 - Present
DC Water February 2012 - Present
Elements Communication Solutions, Inc. March 2010 - January 2012
The Birmingham News October 2006 - April 2010
Press & Sun-Bulletin October 2005 - September 2006
The Washington Examiner September 2004 - September 2005
Capital Outlook November 2001 - May 2004
The Famuan August 2000 - May 2004
The Tallahassee Democrat 2004 - 2004
Skills
Press Releases, Media Relations, QuarkXPress, Newsletters, Newspapers, Blogging, InDesign, Microsoft Excel, Newspaper, Proofreading, Internal Communications, Editorial, Public Speaking, Writing, Storytelling, Journalism, Copy Editing, AP Style, Strategic Communications, Editing
Education
American University 2013 — 2015
Master of Arts (M.A.), Strategic Communication
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Newspaper journalism
Herndon High School
Cannon, Mihilll & Winkles, LLC August 2015 - Present
Annielockwoodstudios.com June 2013 - Present
The Birmingham News June 2012 - June 2013
"Our House" Radio November 2009 - June 2012
WLRH-FM, Alabama Public Television January 2012 - May 2012
Victoria's Secret March 2010 - March 2012
Skills
Photoshop, PowerPoint, Unisys Mainframe, Dreamweaver, InDesign, Microsoft Word, Wordpress, Facebook, Salesforce.com, Final Cut Pro, Soundtrack Pro, nikon d60, WordPress, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Advertising, Blogging, Editing, Social Media Marketing, Newspapers, Social Networking, Video Editing, News Writing, Press Releases, AP Style, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Media Relations, Creative Writing, Copy Editing, Video Production, Journalism
Education
Samford University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Broadcast Journalism
Milton High School 2004 — 2008
The Commercial Appeal February 2014 - Present
The Commercial Appeal July 2013 - February 2014
The Commercial Appeal June 2011 - July 2013
The Clarion-Ledger October 2006 - June 2011
The Decatur Daily April 2005 - September 2006
The Birmingham News August 2004 - January 2005
The Commercial Appeal May 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Investigative Reporting, Blogging, Journalism, Writing, Social Media, Publishing, Editorial, Web Content, New Media, Publications, Proofreading, Sports, Books, Creative Writing
Education
University of Mississippi 2001 — 2004
B.A., Journalism
Murray State University 2000 — 2001
Sand Valley Church of Christ October 2010 - Present
The Birmingham News August 2008 - Present
BBVA Compass February 2002 - Present
The Birmingham News May 2000 - August 2008
Brunos Supermarkets, Incorporated October 1997 - May 2000
Kraft Foods April 1996 - October 1997
Ragland Brothers Company May 1992 - April 1996
Burlington Motor Carriers January 1991 - April 1992
United States Marine Corps January 1987 - September 1990
Skills
Transportation, Logistics, Customer Service, Retail, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Negotiation, Sales, Newspaper, Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Marketing, New Business Development, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, Project Management, Budget, Social Media, Coaching
Education
Florida State University 1985 — 1987
MME Coursework, Music Education
Tennessee State University 1981 — 1985
B.S., Music Education
Georgetown University May 2013 - June 2015
Miles College August 2012 - December 2012
Chicago Sun-Times 1999 - 2008
Boca Raton (Fla.) News 1996 - 1999
University of Missouri 1993 - 1996
The Birmingham News April 1991 - August 1993
Skills
Journalism, Editing, News Writing, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Breaking News, Television, Newspaper, Editorial, Storytelling, Press Releases, Online Journalism, Newspapers, Broadcast, Fact-checking, Personnel Management, Publications, Newsletters, Headline Writing, Public Speaking, Feature Articles, Digital Photography
Education
Georgetown University
MPS (ex-2015), Digital Journalism
Manchester University (formerly Manchester College)
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Speech and Communication
Writing, Editing & Public Relations June 2011 - Present
Birmingham Business Alliance December 2007 - June 2011
The Birmingham News August 2005 - December 2007
WALB-TV May 2002 - August 2005
The Albany Herald June 2000 - May 2002
Skills
Copy Editing, Writing, Journalism, Press Releases, Newsletters, Communications Planning
Education
University of Alabama at Birmingham 2005 — 2007
MA, Communications Management
Auburn University 1994 — 1998
BA, Corporate Journalism
Jeremy Bales Creative, LLC May 2005 - Present
New York Daily News 2005 - 2008
Gadsden Times October 2003 - April 2005
The Birmingham News March 2003 - September 2003
Atlanta Journal-Constitution October 2002 - March 2003
Rockdale Citizen April 2002 - October 2002
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution January 2002 - March 2002
Skills
Photojournalism, Portrait Photography, Lighting, Portraits, Documentaries, Lightroom, Film Production, Photos, Producing, Photography, Commercial Photography, Newspapers, Digital Photography, Image Editing, Publications, Journalism
Education
The University of Georgia 1997 — 2002
ABJ / AB, Journalism, Drama
Apple October 2014 - Present
Apple June 2013 - October 2014
MyPublisher November 2012 - January 2013
Packet Publications August 2010 - October 2012
New York Post January 2001 - June 2010
The Birmingham News December 1994 - January 2001
USA TODAY May 1992 - December 1994
Skills
Operations Management, Pre-press, Publishing, Newspaper, Offset Printing, Magazines, Proof, Mac, Budget, Facilities Management, Purchasing, Quality Assurance, CTP, Lithography, Continuous Improvement, Benchmarking, Newspapers, Graphic Arts, Publications, Color Management, Budgets, iOS, OS X, Account Management, Advertising, B2B, Customer Service, Direct Mail, Management
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology 1989 — 1992
BS, Newpaper Operation Management
Self-employed 2000 - Present
Birmingham Weekly 1997 - 2000
The Birmingham News 1987 - 1997
Skills
Writing, Journalism, Editorial, Copy Editing, Publications, Newspaper, Magazines, Editing, Newsletters, Press Releases, Newspapers, Storytelling, AP Style, Freelance Writing, News Writing, Feature Articles, Blogging, Non-fiction, Technical Writing, Creative Writing, Proofreading, Copywriting, Books, Web Content, Headline Writing, Breaking News, Publishing
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 1984 — 1986
BA, Communications/Print Journalism
Rhodes College 1982 — 1983
attended freshman year
Emma Tannenbaum Photography May 2013 - Present
Rocky Mount Telegram October 2010 - April 2013
The Fayetteville Observer April 2010 - October 2010
The Birmingham News January 2009 - June 2009
Skills
Newspapers, Photojournalism, AP Style, Photo Mechanic, Photography, Journalism, Storytelling, Magazines, Sports Photography, News Writing, Image Editing, Editorial, Multimedia, Blogging, Photoshop, Lightroom, Videography, Portraits, Digital Photography, Breaking News, Soundslides, Video Editing, Editorial Photography, Event Photography, Final Cut Pro, Ap Style, Video, Newspaper, Photos, Documentary Photography, Visual Journalism, Portrait Photography, Canon, Environmental..., Studio Lighting
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology 2006 — 2010
BFA, Photojournalism
BBVA Compass August 2013 - Present
Markstein Consulting, LLC September 2011 - October 2012
The Wilbanks Agency 2010 - 2011
University of Alabama at Birmingham 2007 - 2010
The Birmingham News 2003 - 2007
The Salt Lake Tribune 2001 - 2003
CNN Interactive 2000 - 2001
Associated Press January 1998 - October 2000
Skills
Public Relations, Press Releases, Media Relations, Journalism, Editing, Newsletters, Marketing Communications, Publications, Ap Style, Technical Writing, Document Management, Content Strategy, Publishing, AP Style, Copy Editing, Social Media, Copywriting
Education
New York University 1994 — 1995
M.A., Journalism & Communications: Writing on medicine, science, the environment
Georgia State University
B.A., Journalism
Auburn University August 2015 - Present
Alabama Media Group November 2013 - August 2015
Alabama Media Group October 2012 - November 2013
The Birmingham News November 1997 - November 2012
Birmingham Magazine January 2012 - August 2012
The Birmingham News January 1988 - January 2005
The Birmingham News January 1995 - November 1997
University of Alabama January 1985 - January 1987
The Meridian Star August 1984 - August 1985
The Meridian Star January 1984 - January 1985
Education
Auburn University 1980 — 1984
BA, Journalism
University of Alabama 1986 — 1987
Mountain Brook High School 1977 — 1980
High school diploma
Birmingham Public Library September 2015 - Present
Williams Writing Solutions January 2014 - Present
Starnes Publishing Company March 2015 - September 2015
Holy Family Cristo Rey Catholic High School October 2012 - January 2014
The Birmingham News December 1989 - September 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, Non-profits, Public Relations, Website Promotion, Public Speaking, Writing workshops, Book editor, Ghostwriting, Ap Style, Advertising, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Creative Writing, Editing, Event Management, Feature Articles, Fundraising, Journalism, Marketing, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Facebook, New Business Development, Nonprofits, Online Marketing, Press Releases, Publishing, Publicity, SEO, Photography, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Speech Writing, Newsletters, Storytelling, Writing, Social Media, Media Relations, Strategic Planning, Blogging, Freelance Writing, News Writing, Web Content, Strategic Communications, Proofreading, Newspapers, Editorial, Radio, Publications
Education
Jacksonville State University 1983 — 1987
Bachelor's, English major, minor in Communications
UPMC January 2012 - Present
UPMC April 2012 - Present
Chuck Finder Communications February 2011 - Present
CBSSports.com February 2011 - Present
The Steelers Encyclopedia January 2011 - Present
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette July 1985 - November 2010
The Birmingham News February 1984 - July 1985
Atlanta Journal-Constitution May 1983 - February 1984
Skills
Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Writing, Corporate Communications, Social Media, Broadcast, Newsletters, Event Planning, New Media, Television, Video, Journalism, Public Speaking, Interviews, Facebook, Sports, Management, Press Releases
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1979 — 1983
Bachelors of Journalism, News-Editorial
Washington and Jefferson College 1980 — 1982
na, summer school
Trinity High School 1975 — 1979
na, Academic
Point Park University
Adjunct Professor, Taught reporting, sports writing
YMCA of Central Ohio October 2011 - Present
OhioHealth June 2011 - October 2011
Lextant January 2011 - January 2011
The Columbus Dispatch 2009 - 2011
DK Web Consulting September 2010 - December 2010
The Columbus Dispatch 2007 - 2009
Central Michigan Life January 2004 - May 2007
Toledo Free Press December 2006 - December 2006
The Birmingham News May 2006 - August 2006
The Detroit News December 2004 - June 2005
Skills
Graphic Design, Photography, Illustrator, InDesign, QuarkXPress
Education
Columbus State 2009 — 2010
Associate, Digital Design and Graphics
Central Michigan University 2002 — 2007
Journalism, News Editorial
Kelli + Daniel Taylor Photography May 2009 - Present
The Birmingham News November 2004 - June 2009
The Tennessean 2001 - 2004
The Dothan Eagle 1997 - 2000
Daily Mountain Eagle 1992 - 1995
Skills
Ap Style, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Newspaper, Journalism, News Writing, Magazines, AP Style, Editorial, Blogging, Publications, Editing, Newspapers, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Photography, Press Releases, Photoshop
Education
Harvard University 2000 — 2001
fellowship, Nieman journalism program
University of Alabama at Birmingham
mass comm, broadcasting, print journalism
The Birmingham News 1989 - Present
The Columbus Ledger Enquirer January 1988 - December 1989
Education
Jacksonville State University 1983 — 1987
English, English with communications minor
Cleveland Browns November 2014 - Present
Alabama Media Group (Birmingham News, Mobile Press-Register, Huntsville Times, AL.com) March 2012 - November 2014
Knoxville News Sentinel September 2010 - March 2012
The Opelika-Auburn News October 2008 - September 2010
MLB.com June 2008 - October 2008
The Post 2007 - 2008
The Birmingham News July 2007 - December 2007
Education
Ohio University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
Filter Digital June 2013 - Present
FILTER LLC April 2012 - June 2013
The Bellingham Herald 2006 - 2009
Abilene Reporter-News 2003 - 2005
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 2003 - 2003
The Birmingham News June 2001 - December 2001
Skills
Photojournalism, Image Editing, Photography, Journalism, Editing, Project Management, Team Management, Editorial, Multimedia, Wedding Photography, Photos, Magazines, Photo Editing, Picture Editing
Education
Ball State University 1998 — 2003
BS, Photojournalism
Various online and print publications November 2014 - Present
YMCA of Birmingham January 2003 - February 2015
The University of Alabama at Birmingham November 2013 - October 2014
The Birmingham News 2007 - August 2012
Heart and Soul Magazine July 2005 - August 2011
Odyssey Couleur March 2004 - September 2004
Southern Progress Corporation October 2001 - September 2004
Vanguarde Media 2001 - 2001
BET/Heart and Soul 1998 - 2001
Fort Worth Star-Telegram 1993 - 1998
Skills
Editorial, Magazines, Editing, Social Media, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Web Content, Journalism, Storytelling, Social Networking, AP Style, Publications, Writing, Content Management, Newspapers, SEO, Blogging, Publishing, Public Speaking, Headline Writing, Fitness, Feature Articles, News Writing, Photography, Breaking News, Online Journalism, New Media, Research, Content Development, Facebook
Education
University of Michigan - Rackham Graduate School 1988 — 1990
Master of Arts (M.A.), Journalism
Savannah State University 1984 — 1988
BS, Mass Communication/Media Studies
A.E. Beach High School 1980 — 1984
Diploma, College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School Program
The Birmingham News May 1999 - August 2014
The Anniston Star January 1995 - April 1999
Alabama National Guard January 1988 - December 1993
Skills
Email Marketing, Advertising, Circulation, Direct Marketing, Social Media, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Newspapers, Marketing Strategy, Digital Media, Publishing, Marketing Communications, Advertising Sales, Online Marketing, Publications
Education
Faulkner University 1999 — 2000
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General, 3.56 GPA
Jacksonville State University 1987 — 1988
Business Administration and Management, General, 2.98
Wallace St Community College 1985 — 1987
Associate of Science (A.S.), Business, 2.87
Off the Bus Communications April 2014 - Present
Off the Bus Productions 2011 - Present
Emerson College September 2013 - May 2014
Massachusetts House of Representatives January 2014 - March 2014
Mayor-Elect Martin J. Walsh Transition Team December 2013 - January 2014
Boston College 2005 - 2012
Framingham High School 2004 - 2005
Drake & Company 2000 - 2001
The Birmingham News 1995 - 1999
Fayetteville Observer 1994 - 1995
Skills
Fundraising, Journalism, Editing, Teaching, Marketing, Higher Education, University Teaching, Tutoring, Film Production, Short Films, American Literature, Pedagogy, Rhetoric, Composition, Freshman Composition, Policy, Curriculum Design, Social Media, Search Engine Ranking, Politics, Film, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Teaching Writing, Grant Writing, Press Releases, College Teaching, Publicity, Community Outreach, Media Relations, Speech Writing, Copywriting, Public Relations, New Media, Creative Writing, Literature, History, Entrepreneurship, Storytelling, Adult Education, Newsletters, Facebook, Content Development
Education
Boston College 2005 — 2012
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), English Language and Literature/Letters
St. Louis University 2002 — 2004
Master of Arts (M.A.), English Language and Literature/Letters
Duke University 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature/Letters
Pittsburgh Magazine April 2013 - Present
Aol/Patch.com October 2010 - March 2013
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette January 2009 - October 2010
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2007 - 2008
Reed Smith LLP 2007 - 2007
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 1990 - 2007
Pittsburgh Press 1985 - 1990
The Birmingham News 1983 - 1985
Observer-Reporter 1981 - 1983
The Indiana (Pa.) Gazette 1978 - 1981
Skills
Editing, Staff Development, Newspaper, Ap Style, Breaking News, Journalism, Storytelling, News Writing, Copy Editing, Editorial, Web Content, Headline Writing, Publications, Magazines, Feature Articles, Mentoring, Mentoring New Hires, Newspapers, Blogging, AP Style, Publicity, Speech Writing, Creative Writing, Media Relations, Investigative Reporting, Proofreading, Copywriting, Social Media, InCopy, Internal Communications, Public Relations, Press Releases, Online Journalism, Fact-checking, Digital Journalism, Freelance Writing, Advertising, Newspaper Design, Content Strategy, Newsletters, New Media, Content Development, Online News, Content Management, Multimedia, Online Publishing, Publishing, Web Editing, Facebook, Broadcast Journalism
Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
BA, Journalism
University of California, Berkeley
Knight Digital Media Center, Digital Media, "boot camp" for working journalists
Allstate March 2014 - Present
Rob'e Mans April 2012 - December 2013
FedEx Express May 2011 - March 2012
The Birmingham News February 2001 - September 2008
The Birmingham News August 1994 - February 2001
Skills
Shipping, Freight, Transportation, Freight Forwarding, System Administration, Operating Systems, Graphic Design, Print Production, Print Production..., Publishing, Online Publishing, Publication Production, Publication Planning, Publications Management, Software Training, Software Implementation, Desktop Support, Production Support, Hardware Support, Systems Analysis, Computer Maintenance, Windows Server, Adobe Creative Suite, Copy Editing, Publications, InDesign, Technical Support, Help Desk Support, Advertising, Editorial, Editing, Laptops, Software Documentation, Troubleshooting, Newsletters, Pre-press, Active Directory, Proofreading, VMware, Creative Writing, Social Networking, Windows, Inventory Management, Journalism, Press Releases, News Writing, Mac OS, Media Relations, Microsoft Office, Printers
Education
Auburn University
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology
Think Tank Graphic Design September 2013 - Present
The Birmingham News 2011 - 2012
The Birmingham News 2002 - 2010
The Birmingham News 1997 - 2001
Skills
Journalism, Advertising, Digital Media, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Publications, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Marketing, InDesign, Multimedia, Brochures, Newsletters, Editing
Education
Stuttgart American High School
Diploma, General Studies
Henry Ford Community College
Art/Art Studies, General
Golden West College
Mass Communications
University of Southern California
General Studies
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal and 247Sports July 2014 - Present
Paducah Sun December 2013 - July 2014
Hanover Evening Sun July 2011 - September 2013
The Birmingham News February 2011 - July 2011
The Kansas City Star May 2010 - January 2011
MLB.com May 2009 - August 2009
USA TODAY May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Multimedia, Ap Style, Newspaper, News Writing, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Blogging, Audacity, Sports Writing, Wordpress, Final Cut Pro, Video Editing, Proofreading, SEO, Online Journalism, Freelance Writing, Radio, Journalism, Headline Writing, Editorial, Breaking News, InCopy, Newspapers, Video, Social Media, Web Content, Sports, Newspaper Design, Publications, Investigative Reporting, AP Style, Magazines, Fact-checking, New Media, Press Releases, Broadcast Journalism, Pagination, Online News, Digital Journalism, Associated Press style, Podcasting, Narrative Journalism, Media Relations, Beat Reporting, Content Management
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2008 — 2010
Master's degree, Journalism
Rollins College 2004 — 2008
Bachelor's degree, English Language and Literature, General
Slate Magazine March 2014 - Present
The Atlantic October 2011 - February 2014
Dickstein Shapiro LLP April 2010 - October 2011
The National Law Journal December 2008 - April 2010
The Washington Post June 2008 - September 2008
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel June 2007 - September 2007
Cape Times March 2007 - June 2007
The Birmingham News June 2006 - September 2006
Skills
Journalism, Photography, Photoshop, Final Cut Express, Premiere, Feature Writing, News Writing, Legal Issues, Writing, Blogging, Editing
Education
Northwestern University 2004 — 2008
B.S.J., Journalism
Koch Parafinczuk & Wolf, P.A. October 2010 - Present
Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board July 2014 - Present
Wolf Sports Management October 2009 - Present
Koch & Trushin, P.A. January 2008 - October 2010
Pathman Lewis, LLP September 2006 - April 2007
Freelance Writer and Journalist April 2002 - June 2004
The Birmingham News September 2001 - April 2002
Star Tribune January 2001 - July 2001
The Associated Press - Minneapolis 1998 - 2000
Skills
Litigation, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Insurance Claims, Sports Law, Products Liability..., Depositions, Trial Practice, Product Liability, Insurance, Litigation Management, Liability, Arbitration, Trials, Legal Issues, Courts
Education
University of Miami School of Law 2004 — 2007
J.D., Law
Grinnell College 1991 — 1995
BA, Political Science
American School in Japan 1990 — 1991
High School Diploma
Robinson Secondary School
Pohlid, PLLC - Employment Law Litigation Healthcare Compliance October 2014 - Present
Gullett Sanford Robinson & Martin PLLC August 2013 - September 2014
DHPM Attorneys at Law June 2011 - August 2013
King & Ballow January 2003 - May 2011
US Marine Corps May 1980 - March 2009
The Birmingham News March 1988 - March 2003
U.S. Department of Labor October 1990 - August 2002
US District Court, Northern District of Alabama. August 1989 - August 1990
Southern Natural Gas Company 1987 - 1988
U.S. Marine Corps, 3rd Marine Division March 1985 - July 1986
Education
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law 1986 — 1989
JD, Law
United States Naval Academy 1976 — 1980
BS, Economics
Gannett October 2012 - Present
The Birmingham News 2000 - September 2012
The Birmingham News 1999 - 2000
The Birmingham News 1995 - 1999
Montgomery Advertiser 1991 - 1995
Skills
News Writing, Breaking News, Editing, Interviews
Education
Auburn University 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), journalism
Montgomery Education Foundation August 2012 - August 2013
The Birmingham News June 2012 - July 2012
The Crimson White January 2011 - July 2012
Drew Hoover Photography 2011 - 2012
Crimson White May 2010 - December 2010
Freelance May 2010 - August 2010
UA Athletics 2009 - June 2010
Crimson White August 2008 - May 2009
Saint James School 2007 - 2008
Skills
C++, Java, UML, Git
Education
Auburn University 2014 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Computer Science, Senior
University of Alabama 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
Saint James High School 2002 — 2008
High School Diploma
William Colclough Thomas • Fine Art October 2011 - Present
The Birmingham News September 1985 - September 2011
Publishing / stained glass / printing co. / design studio 1977 - 1985
Skills
Painting, Illustration, Design, Acrylic Painting, Creativity, Graphics, Photoshop, Rendering, Drawing, Magazines, Layout, Illustrator, Editorial, Graphic Design, Contemporary Art, Fine Art, Digital Photography, Art, Photography, Watercolor, Acrylic, Logo Design, Sculpture, Oil Painting, Visual Arts, Mixed Media, Abstraction, Publications, Fine Art Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, Newspapers, InDesign, Modern Art, Digital Illustration, Galleries, QuarkXPress, Brochures, Collage, Portrait Painting, Public Art, Art Education, Studio Art, Landscape Painting, Canvas, Murals, Curating, Pen, Art History, Abstract Paintings, Printmaking
Education
Louisiana State University 1973 — 1977
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Design), Design/Fine Art
Sculpture Hospitality of Central Alabama December 2014 - Present
Rapid City Journal April 2013 - June 2014
The Birmingham News November 1987 - September 2012
The Advocate October 1983 - October 1987
The Clarion-Ledger December 1980 - September 1983
Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, Journalism, News Writing, Newspaper, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Ap Style, Research, Publications, Microsoft Office, Proofreading, Editorial, Public Relations, Social Media, Press Releases, Creative Writing, Microsoft Word, Blogging, AP Style, Magazines, Photography, Breaking News, Newspapers, Investigative Reporting, Online Journalism, Newsletters, Web Content, Media Relations, Headline Writing, Freelance Writing, Sports Writing, Publishing, Publicity, Pagination
Education
Northwestern University 1979 — 1980
Master of Science (M.S.), Journalism
Millsaps College 1975 — 1979
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science
Regions Financial Corp. November 2008 - Present
Regions Financial Corporation June 2006 - November 2008
AmSouth Bank August 2004 - June 2006
AmSouth Bank June 2000 - August 2004
The Birmingham News October 1994 - June 2000
The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press October 1991 - October 1994
The Tampa Tribune 1987 - 1988
Skills
Crisis Communications, Corporate Communications, Government Relations, Corporate Social..., Public Relations, Reputation Management, Media Relations, Press Releases, Feature Articles, Publicity, Social Media, Journalism, Publications, Strategic Communications, Internal Communications, Speech Writing, Communications Planning, Public Policy, Newsletters, Government, Magazines, Community Development, Copywriting, Editing, Crisis Management, AP Style, News Writing, Blogging, Politics, Marketing Communications, Editorial, Spokesperson, Copy Editing, Newspapers, Web Content, Social Media Marketing, Corporate Branding
Education
Stetson University College of Law 1988 — 1990
JD
Washington and Lee University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
PMT Publishing, Inc. June 2013 - Present
Elavon, Inc. March 2012 - Present
Groupon March 2011 - March 2012
The Birmingham News January 2008 - March 2011
Birmingham Broadway Series August 2005 - January 2008
Citadel Broadcasting August 2004 - August 2005
Skills
Salesforce.com, PowerPoint, Excel, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Account Management, Marketing Communications, Facebook, Marketing, Sales, Sales Management, Social Networking, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Advertising Sales, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Microsoft Office, Public Relations, Team Building
Education
Samford University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Science, Elementary/ Early Childhood Education
Dobyns-Bennett High School 1994 — 1997
Advance Central Services Alabama January 2013 - Present
Advance Central Services Alabama October 2012 - December 2013
The Birmingham News July 2011 - September 2012
The Birmingham News March 2008 - July 2011
The Philadelphia Inquirer and Philadelphia Daily News 2001 - December 2007
San Antonio Express-News 1999 - 2001
San Antonio Express-News 1997 - 1999
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 1993 - 1997
San Antonio Light 1992 - 1993
Journal Register Company 1987 - 1992
Skills
Management, Business Development, Newspaper, Project Management, Publications, Circulation, Marketing, Sales Management, Logistics, Digital Media, Advertising, Direct Mail, Team Building, Coaching, Strategic Planning, Publishing, Newspapers, Audience Development, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Online Advertising, Advertising Sales, Sales, Training, Customer Retention, Magazines, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Multimedia, Digital Marketing, AP Style, Online Marketing
Education
The Pennsylvania State University, MBA 1985 — 1987
MBA, Finance/Logistics
Penn State University
BBA, Marketing
Pottsville Area High School
Tomberlin Freelance Design June 1996 - Present
The Birmingham News August 2012 - June 2014
Westwood College January 2004 - July 2011
Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School August 2007 - March 2008
Tapley Finklea Group February 2007 - August 2007
Montgomery Advertiser, Gannett News November 2005 - February 2007
Academy of Art University September 2002 - June 2005
Klahowya Secondary School August 2002 - July 2004
Pacific Bell Yellow Pages Directory November 2001 - July 2002
Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale January 1998 - March 2000
Skills
Layout, Graphics, Illustrator, Web Design, Photography, Illustration, Art Direction, Drawing, Mac, Dreamweaver, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, QuarkXPress, Graphic Design, Exhibit Design, Education, Corporate Identity, Advertising, Typography
Education
University of Denver 1975 — 1977
Graduate Studies, Museum Studies
University of South Carolina-Columbia 1971 — 1972
BA, Art
Georgia State University 1966 — 1970
Frankfurt American High School 1962 — 1965
High School Diploma
SHI International Corp. April 2015 - Present
SHI International Corp. January 2014 - March 2015
Boys and Girls Clubs of Austin August 2012 - January 2014
Boys & GIrls Club of Austin September 2011 - June 2012
Making Everlasting Memories October 2010 - June 2011
Fleet Feet Sports Cincinnati May 2010 - August 2010
The Birmingham News August 2009 - December 2009
Skills
Sports Writing, Journalism, Social Media, Leadership, Sales, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Account Management, Strategic Partnerships, Editing, Cold Calling, Event Planning, Research, Salesforce.com, CRM, Facebook, Management, Teaching, Solution Selling, Cloud Computing, Marketing, Sales Process, Social Networking, Direct Sales
Education
Samford University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor's, Journalism and Mass Communication
Enrollment Advisors, LLC August 2015 - Present
Alabama Media Group March 2015 - August 2015
Alabama Media Group June 2014 - March 2015
Alabama Media Group October 2012 - June 2014
The Birmingham News April 2007 - September 2012
The Birmingham News August 2006 - April 2007
CNHI d.b.a. Home Greetings, Inc. March 2005 - June 2006
The Daytona Beach News Journal December 2003 - March 2005
The Daytona Beach News Journal December 2001 - December 2003
Opelika-Auburn News November 1998 - December 2001
Skills
Advertising, Advertising Sales, Sales, Online Advertising, SEM, Newspapers, Sales Management, Digital Media, Recruiting, Management, SEO, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, Account Management, Training, Google Adwords, Sales Operations, Cold Calling, Sales Presentations, Marketing Strategy, Personnel Selection, Public Speaking, Leadership, Social Media, Employee Training, CRM, Media Planning, Online Marketing, Lead Generation, Event Management, Mobile Advertising, Strategic Planning, Driving Revenue, Training & Development, Personnel Recruiting, Interviews, Social Networking, Salesforce.com, Digital Marketing, Publications, B2B, Direct Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Behavioral Targeting, Publishing, Media Buying, Performance Management, Recruitment Advertising, Call Center Development
Education
DePauw University 1989 — 1993
BA, Communications, Psychology
Alabama Media Group September 2014 - Present
Alabama Media Group 2012 - September 2014
The Birmingham News 2007 - 2012
Tallahassee Democrat 1994 - 2007
The Panama City News Herald 1991 - 1994
Skills
Newspaper, Ap Style, Journalism, Copy Editing, Headline Writing, News Writing, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Breaking News, Publications, Editorial, Editing, Supervising Others, Social Media
Education
Florida State University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Economics
WaltStricklin.com September 2008 - Present
waltstricklin.com September 2008 - Present
The Birmingham News 1998 - 2009
The Chattanooa Times 1996 - 1998
Atlanta Journal Constitution 1987 - 1996
The Providence Journal-Bulletin 1984 - 1987
Skills
Fine Art, Photography, Journalism, Blogging, Photoshop, Publications, Art, Editing, Fine Art Photography, Wedding Photography, Photos, Multimedia, Photojournalism, Portraits, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Social Networking, Newsletters, Portrait Photography, Illustration, Weddings
Education
Tennessee Temple University 1972 — 1977
Fine Arts, Fine Arts Photography
Bridgeport High School 1965 — 1966
EBSCO Industries August 2013 - Present
Advance Central Services Alabama October 2012 - August 2013
The Birmingham News January 2010 - October 2012
The Birmingham News October 2007 - January 2010
The Birmingham News January 2002 - October 2007
Skills
Customer Retention, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Digital Media, Newspaper, Advertising, SEO, Newspapers, Direct Marketing, Customer Acquisition, Online Advertising, Direct Mail, Advertising Sales, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Customer Service, Sales, Publishing, PPC, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Amazon, SEM, Digital Marketing, Web Marketing, Management, Lead Generation, Social Networking
Education
Birmingham-Southern College 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science, Biology and Environmental Science
Louisiana Pacific Corporation June 2012 - Present
Enterprise Rent-A-Car November 2010 - June 2012
Clearbridge Inc September 2009 - November 2010
TEKsystems July 2008 - August 2009
University of Alabama January 2007 - May 2008
The Birmingham News May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Management, Project Management, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Training, Recruiting, Business Development
Education
Lipscomb University 2013 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of Alabama 2004 — 2008
B.S., Consumer Marketing and Public Relations
Journal Inc. June 2015 - Present
Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal August 2009 - Present
Oxford Eagle February 2006 - August 2008
The Birmingham News August 2005 - February 2006
Skills
AP Style, Ap Style, Breaking News, Headline Writing, Journalism, News Writing, Newspapers, Storytelling, Online Journalism, Feature Articles, Investigative Reporting, Newspaper Design, Sports Writing, Copy Editing, Editorial, Publications
Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism 2008 — 2009
M.S., Journalism
University of Mississippi 2001 — 2005
B.A., Journalism
Writer/Director January 2013 - Present
Speakcare Inc. April 2012 - Present
Self-Employed August 2000 - Present
The Clyde Fitch Report November 2012 - April 2015
The Birmingham News January 2007 - November 2010
Self-Employed January 2002 - June 2004
Skills
Publishing, Books, Storytelling, Headline Writing, Blogging, Editorial, Editing, Web Content, CMS, Multimedia, SEO, Writing, Copy Editing, Photoshop, AP Style, Journalism, SEO copywriting, Newspapers, Facebook, Feature Articles, Proofreading, Freelance Writing, Social Media, Creative Writing, WordPress, Publications, Copywriting, Photography, Press Releases, Newsletters
Education
New York University 1992 — 1993
MFA, Dramatic Writing
New York University 1988 — 1992
BFA, Dramatic Writing
Greater Hartford Academy of the Performing Arts 1987 — 1988
Certificate in Acting, Acting
EBSCO Industries April 2012 - Present
The Birmingham News June 2008 - March 2012
Intermark Group April 2007 - April 2008
MDnetwork, Inc. August 2003 - April 2007
SeitekDatasafe January 2001 - August 2003
Martin's Point Health Care 1999 - 2001
US Navy August 1986 - March 1999
Skills
HTML, Networking, Data Center, Servers, SQL, Microsoft SQL Server, JavaScript, Windows Server, Active Directory, Windows, Databases, XML, Microsoft Office, jQuery, Agile Methodologies, C#, SEO, Wordpress, Requirements Analysis, Web Applications, Social Media, CSS, Scrum, Web Design, Web Development, Leadership
Education
Huntingdon College 2006 — 2009
Business and Organizational Resources
Spring Hill College 2002 — 2003
Undergraduate work
Penn State University 2000 — 2001
Undergraduate work
The George Washington University 1988 — 1989
Undergraduate work
Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. June 2015 - Present
The Birmingham News May 2001 - Present
Economy Inns June 2008 - June 2015
Document Technologies, Inc. October 2007 - June 2008
Adecco Staffing, USA January 2007 - June 2007
FedEx Ground March 2006 - June 2006
Security Engineers, Inc. January 2001 - May 2001
Alabama Power Company January 1999 - January 2001
US Navy January 1988 - January 2000
Skills
Hospitality, Front Office, Hotels, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Social Media, PowerPoint, Sales, Team Building, Public Speaking
Education
Faulkner University
B.A. Degree, Criminal Justice
Jefferson State College
A.A.S. Degree
Exeltis Pharmaceuticals February 2015 - Present
Alabama Media Group February 2011 - February 2015
The Birmingham News August 2010 - January 2011
Skills
Google Adwords, Salesforce.com, Promax, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, SEO, Mobile Marketing, Behavioral Targeting, Blog Management, SEM, Digital Marketing, PPC, Advertising, CRM, Account Management, Sales, Mobile Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Advertising Management, Direct Mail, Newspapers, Media Planning, Online Advertising, Sales Management, Management, Blogging Software
Education
Samford University 2006 — 2010
Bachelors of Science, Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services
self-employed October 2012 - Present
The Birmingham News September 2000 - October 2012
The State Newspaper, Columbia, S.C. 1998 - September 2000
The Macon Telegraph September 1985 - December 1998
Clayton Sun June 1983 - September 1985
Skills
Research, Feature Articles, English, Public Speaking, Blogging, Facebook, Magazines, Editing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Proofreading, Writing, Investigative Reporting, Investigative Research, Windows, Outlook, Magazine writing, Feature writing, Campaign financing..., Justice issues analysis, Food Writing, Newspapers, Storytelling, Publications, Politics, AP Style, Headline Writing, News Writing, Online Journalism, Journalism, Copy Editing
Education
Georgia State University 1979 — 1984
BS Journalism; equivalent studies in political science/judicial process, Journalism, political science/judicial process
Georgia State University 1978 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Journalism, Journalism, political science and judicial processes
Louisville Publishing Company 2002 - Present
Commercial Dispatch 2001 - 2002
Starkville Daily News 1997 - 2001
The Birmingham News 1995 - 1997
Skills
QuarkXPress, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Newspapers, News Writing, Publishing, Desktop Publishing, Online Publishing, Social Media
Education
Mississippi State University 1990 — 1994
Bachelor's degree, Communication
Eupora High School 1986 — 1990
High School Diploma
JS Printing August 2006 - Present
JS Printing 2006 - Present
The Birmingham News June 1990 - August 2005
Skills
Project Management, Digital Print Production, Digital Prepress..., Newspaper Production..., Commercial Printing..., Newspaper Systems..., Workflow Development, Production Background, Business Analyst, Certifications – Harris..., Adobe Acrobat, Graphic Design, Pagination, Pre-press, Pagemaker, Publications, Color Management, Illustrator, InDesign, Newspapers, Direct Mail, Troubleshooting, Printers, Preflight, Management, Offset Printing, Pdf, Advertising, QuarkXPress, Editorial, Newsletters, Print Management, Brochures, Mac, Graphic Arts, Layout, Wide Format Printing, Digital Printing, Multimedia, Graphics, Magazines, Proof, Print On Demand, Adobe Creative Suite, Desktop Publishing, Variable Data Printing, Publishing, Catalogs, Newspaper Design, Books
Education
University of Alabama at Birmingham 1987 — 1998
Social and Behavioral Science, History/Political Science
Samford University 1986 — 1987
Ramsay High School 1984 — 1986
City of Irving September 2011 - April 2012
1stAmendmentRadio.com May 2011 - September 2011
Breakwind Entertainment January 2007 - January 2011
Breakwind Entertainment January 2007 - January 2011
Breakwind Entertainment August 2006 - January 2011
ACS - American Cancer Society September 2010 - 2011
WUHT-Hot 1077 April 2005 - December 2007
Urbanham.com January 2001 - January 2006
The Birmingham News December 2002 - April 2005
Cox Communications 1999 - 2001
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Public Speaking, Editing, New Media, Entertainment Industry, Applications Software...
Education
Herzing University 2008 — 2012
Associates Degree, Computer, Electronics and Telecommunications Technology
Herzing University 2008 — 2012
Associates Degree; of Bachelor's, Computer, Electronics and Telecommunications Technology
University of Alabama at Birmingham 1991 — 1995
Birmingham-Southern College 1990 — 1991
Bachelor of Science, Technology Management
UAB Hospital August 2010 - Present
Southern Progress Corporation February 2004 - February 2006
The Birmingham News May 2003 - February 2004
Skills
Nursing
Education
John C Calhoun State Community College 2008 — 2010
ADN, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, 3.79
University of Alabama
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Energen May 2010 - Present
The Birmingham News February 2003 - May 2010
The Salt Lake Tribune February 2001 - February 2003
The Associated Press, Dallas and Atlanta August 1999 - January 2001
Albuquerque Journal 1996 - 1999
Mobile Press Register 1992 - 1996
Skills
AP Style, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Editing, Feature Articles, Journalism, Media Relations, News Writing, Newsletters, Newspaper, Newspapers, Press Releases, Social Media
Education
Auburn University 1987 — 1991
BA, Journalism
AL.com August 2012 - Present
The Anniston Star July 2007 - August 2012
The Birmingham News January 2007 - May 2007
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel June 2006 - September 2006
Journey magazine August 2005 - April 2006
The Famuan newspaper February 2003 - April 2006
WANM-FM 90 January 2005 - February 2006
Skills
Newspaper, Storytelling, Editing, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Ap Style, Journalism, Copy Editing, News Writing, Headline Writing, Press Releases, Feature Articles, AP Style, Blogging, Breaking News, Creative Writing, Editorial, Facebook, Investigative Reporting, Magazines, Media Relations, Multimedia, New Media, Newspaper Design, Newspapers, Online Journalism, Proofreading, Public Relations, Publications, Publicity, Publishing, Radio, Social Media, Social Networking, Sports, Writing
Education
Florida A&M University 2002 — 2006
B.S., Newspaper Journalism
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BS), Journalism
St. Clair County Schools and local government. October 2008 - Present
The Birmingham News November 2006 - October 2008
HealthSouth February 2006 - November 2006
HealthSouth March 2005 - February 2006
HealthSouth June 2004 - March 2005
HealthSouth January 2004 - June 2004
E.A. RENFROE & Company Disaster Recovery 2002 - 2003
MACESS of SunGard Data Systems (SunGardEXP) 1999 - 2002
Bradley Arant Rose & White LLP 1996 - 1999
United States Marine Corps 1996 - 1996
Skills
Active Directory, Disaster Recovery, Windows Server, SharePoint, Servers, VMware, Troubleshooting, Security, Microsoft Exchange, Laptops, Visio, Outlook, Microsoft SQL Server, Management, Windows, Software Documentation, VPN, Technical Support, HTML, Windows 7, Customer Service, IT Management, Healthcare Information..., Business Analysis, System Administration, DHCP, Testing, Microsoft Office, SharePoint Designer, Change Management, Program Management, primary marksmanshop..., Crystal Reports, Operating Systems, Project Management, SQL, Virtualization, Process Improvement, Team Leadership, Project Planning, Quality Assurance, DNS, SQL Server, Microsoft, Novell, Military, SAN, Requirements Gathering, Enterprise Architecture, VMware Server
Education
Saddleback College
Completed extension courses.
Alabama Media Group October 2013 - April 2014
Alabama Media Group December 2012 - October 2013
The Birmingham News February 2012 - December 2012
Intermark Group September 2008 - December 2011
Intermark Group July 2007 - September 2008
Sinclair Broadcast Group (WTTO-TV & WABM-TV) September 2005 - July 2007
WIPB-TV (PBS) January 2004 - December 2004
ConnTV (previously known as Cafe Central TV) June 2004 - August 2004
Fort Wayne Area Association of Realtors May 2001 - August 2001
Self-Employed 1996 - 2000
Skills
Advertising, Google Adwords, Social Media, Facebook, PPC, SEM, Omniture, Online Marketing, Staff Training, Supervising Others, Conducting Interviews, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MSN AdCenter, Salesforce.com, SharePoint, Omniture Search Center, Search Solutions, OAS, Theorem Analytics, Copywriting, Writing, Blogging, OSI, SpotCentral, DGFastchannel, Slingspot, Final Cut Pro, DVD Studio Pro, Video Editing, Videography, Piano, Digital Media, Digital Strategy, Media Planning, Microsoft Excel, Online Advertising
Education
Ball State University 2002 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Telecommunications (Production emphasis)
Indiana University Bloomington 2000 — 2002
Communication & Culture
Eater June 2015 - Present
Eater Atlanta June 2014 - Present
SB Nation September 2012 - June 2015
College and Magnolia January 2012 - June 2014
The Birmingham News August 2010 - August 2011
The Birmingham News August 2006 - August 2010
The Birmingham News February 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Blogging, Editing, Editorial, SEO, Breaking News, Event Management, Sports, Journalism, Copy Editing, AP Style, Newspapers, Management, News Writing, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Writing
Education
Auburn University 2003 — 2005
Political Science
Eli Lilly June 2004 - Present
Indiana Social Services Administration December 2002 - June 2004
The Indianapolis Star October 2000 - December 2002
Cincinnati Enquirer January 1998 - September 2000
Chicago Tribune October 1996 - December 1997
The Birmingham News December 1995 - September 1996
USA Today January 1994 - May 1994
Skills
Global Marketing, Crisis Communications, Strategic Communications, Internal Communications, Corporate Communications, Public Affairs, Reputation Management, Public Relations, Communication Training, Product Launch, Message Development, Media Relations, Spokesperson, Marketing Communications, Brand Management, News Writing, Communications Planning, Integrated Marketing, Speech Writing, Press Releases, Journalism, Newsletters
Education
DePauw University 1991 — 1995
English, Media Fellows
The North Carolina Lawyers Weekly and The South Carolina Lawyers Weekly via The Dolan Company May 2015 - June 2015
The Commercial Dispatch September 2011 - June 2014
Starkville Daily News September 2009 - September 2011
Waukesha Freeman August 2008 - September 2009
The Birmingham News January 2008 - July 2008
Skills
AP Style, News Writing, Headline Writing, Blogging, Breaking News, Sports Writing, Interviewing Skills, Sports, Journalism, Investigative Reporting, Newspapers, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, Storytelling, Editorial
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
Oconomowoc High School
NOLA Media Group August 2014 - Present
Loyola University University New Orleans August 2015 - Present
WebMD September 2013 - August 2014
WebMD December 2005 - September 2013
Merrill Lynch January 2002 - December 2005
Homestore.com November 1999 - December 2001
YouDecide.com May 1999 - November 1999
Southern Progress Corporation May 1994 - May 1999
The Birmingham News May 1993 - April 1994
Daily Citizen August 1992 - April 1993
Skills
Digital Media, Web Analytics, Content Strategy, Online Advertising, Integrated Marketing, SEO, Email Marketing, Digital Strategy, Digital Marketing, Content Management, Social Media Marketing, Content Development, Mobile Marketing, Social Media, Omniture, User Experience, E-commerce, New Media, Web Content, Strategy, Analytics, Marketing, Mobile Advertising, Product Management, Interactive Marketing, Online Marketing, Facebook, Creative Direction, Product Marketing, WebTrends, Web Project Management, Web Content Management, Publishing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Market Research, WebTrends Analytics, Google Webmaster Tools, Audience Development, Audience Engagement, Audience Segmentation, Audience Measurement, Audience Analysis, Behavioral Targeting, Business Development, Facebook Marketing, Facebook Insights, Ad Targeting, Geo-targeting
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 1988 — 1992
BA, Mass Communications
Montgomery Academy 1984 — 1988
Alabama Media Group October 2012 - Present
The Birmingham News October 2005 - September 2012
Mobile Press-Register October 2000 - October 2005
Montgomery Advertiser 1979 - 2000
Skills
Creative Problem Solving, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Customer Service, Team Building, Excel, InDesign, Journalism, Layout, Microsoft Office
Education
Huntingdon College 1976 — 1979
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Theodore High School 1972 — 1976
N/A, N/A
Cardinal Content Management 2004 - 2011
The Birmingham News 1999 - 2000
Skills
Public Speaking, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Litigation, Research, Editing, Appeals, Product Liability, Contract Negotiation, Trials, Nonprofits, Mediation, Courts, Arbitration, Personal Injury, Publishing, Dispute Resolution, Family Law
Education
Sewanee-The University of the South
University of Alabama 1978 — 1981
BA, English, Law
Mountain Brook High School
US Congressman Gary Palmer January 2015 - Present
Georgia-Pacific LLC June 2013 - January 2015
BP America November 2010 - June 2013
The Bloom Group June 2010 - November 2010
The Birmingham News September 2006 - June 2010
ABC 33/40 August 2004 - May 2010
Skills
Television, Ap Style, Radio, Broadcast, Blogging, News Writing, Journalism, Press Releases, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Media Relations, Storytelling, New Media, Community Development, Content Strategy, Corporate Communications, Creative Direction, Creative Writing, Crisis Communications, Editing, Digital Media, Editorial, Internal Communications, Magazines, Breaking News, AP Style, Broadcast Journalism, Content Management, Copywriting, Multimedia, Online Journalism, Newspapers, Proofreading, Public Affairs, Public Relations, Publications, Publishing, Radio Broadcasting, Speech Writing, Social Media, Spokesperson, Publicity, Sports, Strategic Communications, Video, Web Content, Facebook, Newsletters
Education
The University of Georgia
ABJ, Journalism
Bell Media, LLC June 2015 - Present
Anthropologie August 2014 - June 2015
Anthropologie July 2013 - August 2014
Bullington Clothing September 2012 - July 2013
ABC 33/40 January 2012 - September 2012
ABC 33/40 July 2011 - January 2012
The Birmingham News November 2010 - July 2011
ConsultArt, Inc. April 2010 - November 2010
Michael & Paula Hyman, Inc. August 2010 - October 2010
TOMS Shoes August 2009 - December 2009
Skills
Marketing, Online Advertising, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Fashion, Fine Art, Curating, Visual Arts, Event Planning, Event Management, Public Relations, Social Networking, Blogging, Sales, Retail, Marketing Strategy, Management, Training, Merchandising
Education
Samford University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science in Fine Arts, Art History and Studio Art
Whirlpool Corporation October 2012 - Present
BBVA Compass June 2011 - October 2012
Regions Financial Corporation February 2007 - June 2011
The Birmingham News August 2006 - July 2007
The Crimson White May 2005 - November 2005
Skills
Feature Writing, Financial Writing, News Writing, Intranet Strategy, Photoshop, InDesign, Digital Photography, Graphic Design, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Website Copy, Press Releases, Video Production, Non-linear Editing, Copy Editing, SharePoint, Cision, Final Cut Express, Feature Articles, Strategic Planning, Marketing Communications, Finance, Public Relations, Communications Planning, Crisis Management, Event Management, Leadership, Strategy, Internal Communications, Corporate Communications, Blogging, Editing, Writing
Education
University of Alabama
B.A. - Journalism
Mercer University - Stetson School of Business and Economics
MBA, Management
Christian Brothers Automotive April 2011 - April 2014
The Birmingham News January 2007 - November 2009
BellSouth Business Systems October 1998 - October 2002
Skills
Customer Service, Customer Relations, Copywriting, Advertising, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Budgets, Research, Sales, Strategic Planning, Online Marketing, Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Recruiting, New Business Development, Marketing Management, Forecasting, Event Planning, Facebook
Education
Auburn University at Montgomery 1989 — 1992
2 years, Business
Luther Memorial Church November 2014 - Present
Association of Lutheran Church Musicians October 2014 - Present
East Koshkonong Lutheran Church February 2014 - November 2014
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church July 2011 - August 2012
Bethel Lutheran Church August 2009 - July 2011
Linden Lutheran Church July 2007 - June 2009
The Largest Table, St. John's Church February 2004 - 2007
The Birmingham News July 1996 - June 2001
Milwaukee Sentinel March 1988 - June 1995
Boston Globe 1985 - 1988
Skills
Choral, Singing, Pianist, Church Events, Songs, Liturgy, Piano, Music, Music Education, Classical, Music Theory, Composition, Orchestral Music, Church Music, Music History, Vocal Coaching, Organ, Contemporary Music, Ensemble, Finale, Event planning, Writing, Religion, Spirituality, Theology, Exegesis, Worship, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Music criticism, Children's choirs, Music arranging, Arts Administration, Conducting, Songwriting, Event Planning
Education
Trinity Lutheran Seminary 2001 — 2007
Master of Theological Studies, Master of Sacred Theology, Theology and spirituality
Pomona College 1972 — 1977
Bachelor of Arts, Music
Brandeis University
ABD (completion in progress), Musicology
DST Health Solutions September 2005 - December 2007
The Birmingham News December 2002 - September 2005
Birmingham Post-Herald 2003 - 2005
ACTEK May 2001 - November 2002
The Birmingham News October 1999 - May 2001
Skills
Training, Wordpress, Axure, InDesign, Camtasia, Outlook, Photoshop, Software Documentation, Usability, Fundraising, Social Media, Graphic Design, Copywriting, Event Planning, WordPress, Marketing, RoboHelp, Journalism, User Interface Design, Newsletters, Advertising, Editing, Newspapers, Blogging
Education
The University of Georgia 1972 — 1976
B.F.A. Magna Cum Laude
Los Angeles Times June 2014 - Present
The Huffington Post November 2010 - May 2014
The Times-Picayune February 2007 - November 2010
The Washington Post June 2006 - December 2006
The Times-Picayune June 2005 - September 2005
The Miami Herald September 2004 - December 2004
The Birmingham News June 2004 - August 2004
Education
Northwestern University 2002 — 2006
Masters
Clear Creek High School
The Birmingham News February 2003 - Present
The Salt Lake Tribune November 2001 - February 2003
Mobile Register 1992 - 1996
Education
Auburn University
Alabama Initiative for Independent Journalism March 2014 - Present
CN Projects March 2009 - Present
Associated Press Managing Editors January 2001 - March 2009
The Birmingham News January 1992 - December 2000
Skills
Project Management, Project Planning, Fundraising Campaign..., Proposal Writing, Community Outreach, Editing, Coaching, Writing, Grant Writing, Publications, Journalism, Books, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Newspaper, Blogging, Feature Articles, Publishing, Training, Newspapers, Magazines, Proofreading, News Writing, Nonprofits, Research, Press Releases, AP Style, Public Relations, Program Management, Social Media, Management
Education
Samford University
The Birmingham News March 2003 - February 2014
Pasadena Star-News January 2002 - March 2003
The Desert Sun January 2000 - January 2002
Skills
Press Releases, Media Relations, Ap Style, Newspaper, Newspapers, Breaking News, Headline Writing, AP Style, Editing, Copy Editing, Journalism, Online Journalism, Editorial, News Writing, Public Relations, Proofreading, Copywriting, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Blogging, Social Media, Investigative Reporting, Publications, Magazines, Newsletters, Web Content
Education
Auburn University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism
Advance Central Services Alabama October 2012 - Present
The Birmingham News October 2011 - September 2012
The Birmingham News July 2004 - October 2011
Skills
SharePoint, Active Directory, Integration, Troubleshooting, Project Management, Windows Server, .NET, Mobile Applications, HTML 5, Mobile Devices, Enterprise Software, Architectures, AP Style, Journalism, Newspapers, Advertising, Blogging, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Digital Media, Editing, Editorial, Feature Articles, Headline Writing, Layout, Magazines, Multimedia, News Writing, Newspaper, Photography, Publications, Publishing, Storytelling, InDesign
Education
Auburn University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
The Opelika-Auburn News November 2014 - Present
The Daily Home April 2014 - October 2014
The Birmingham News February 2004 - September 2012
Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind 2000 - 2003
The Daily Home 1998 - 1999
Skills
Newspaper, Headline Writing, News Writing, Ap Style, Journalism, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Breaking News, Storytelling, Editorial, Investigative Reporting, Magazines, Publications, Editing, Blogging, Media Relations, Press Releases, Newsletters, Proofreading, Pagination, Newspapers, AP Style, Video, Online Journalism, Freelance Writing, Web Content, Speech Writing, Newspaper Design, Public Relations, Social Media, Writing, Copywriting, Facebook, Publicity
Education
Auburn University 1981 — 1985
BA, Journalism
Regions Financial Corporation November 2011 - Present
The Birmingham News June 2010 - November 2011
Community Grief Support Service March 2009 - June 2010
Tucson Newspapers 2006 - 2008
High Point Enterprise 1997 - 2004
Skills
InDesign, Logo Design, Graphic Design, Brochures, Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Executive..., Administrative..., Advertising, Editing, Proofreading, Illustrator, Newspapers, Creative Writing, Writing, Columnist
Education
St. Andrews University 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English/Writing
North Carolina Scholastic Media Association, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 2002 - Present
The Birmingham News 2000 - 2001
Alabama Scholastic Press Association, University of Alabama 1995 - 2001
Education
University of Alabama
Master of Arts (M.A.), Jounalism
University of Montevallo
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Secondary Language Arts
Auburn University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
The Birmingham News 2007 - Present
Global Ministries January 1999 - October 2007
UCCSA January 2000 - March 2003
Education
Emory University
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention December 2014 - Present
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention June 2012 - December 2014
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention January 2009 - June 2012
Northrop Grumman October 2005 - December 2008
The Birmingham News January 2003 - October 2005
Atlanta Jewish Times October 2001 - December 2002
Skills
writing, risk communications, Communications Strategy, Editing, Public Health, Marketing, Environmental Health, Copy Editing, Journalism, Blogging, Social Media, Publications, Feature Articles, Speech Writing, Research, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Press Releases, Writing, Strategic Communications, News Writing, Risk Management, Public Relations, Community Outreach, Program Evaluation, Technical Writing, Policy, Newsletters, Creative Writing, Web Content, Storytelling, Crisis Communications, Proofreading, Marketing Communications, Internal Communications, Editorial, Content Management, Copywriting, Web Content Management, Corporate Communications, Content Strategy, Content Development
Education
Northwestern University 1997 — 2001
BS, Journalism, history
University of Alabama at Birmingham 2003 — 2005
MPH, environmental health/toxicology
Godby High School 1993 — 1997
UAB November 1998 - October 2013
The Birmingham News September 1998 - February 1999
University of Alabama April 1995 - July 1998
The Tuscaloosa News June 1985 - April 1995
Skills
Advertising, Editing, Marketing, Training, Budgets, Technology Needs..., Newspaper, Magazines, Radio, News Writing, Creative Direction, Layout, New Media, Photography, Web Project Management, Student Recruiting, Studio Lighting, Lightroom, Adobe Creative Suite, Newspapers, Feature Articles, Media Relations, Social Networking, Copy Editing, Newsletters, Video, Broadcast, Journalism, Facebook, Digital Media, Video Editing, Storytelling, Social Media, WordPress, Magazine Layout Design, Publications, Press Releases, Marketing Communications, Blogging, AP Style, Public Relations, Photoshop, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Multimedia, Editorial, Web Content, Video Production, Publicity, Publishing
Education
University of Alabama 1983 — 1989
M.A.
University of Alabama 1978 — 1981
B.A.
Asbury University 1976 — 1978
The Ohio State University June 1978 - September 2012
The Ohio State University 2000 - 2009
Auburn University 1974 - 1978
The Birmingham News November 1967 - May 1972
Skills
Media Relations, Science Writing, Science Journalism, Risk Mitigation, Science, Writing, Research, Publications
Education
Auburn University
B.A., Journalism, Mass Communications
Naples Daily News October 2014 - Present
The News Journal/Delawareonline.com, Gannett August 2012 - September 2014
The Associated Press July 2008 - August 2012
The Birmingham News July 1998 - July 2008
Mobile Press Register July 1993 - July 1998
The Journal Newspapers September 1992 - July 1993
Education Daily October 1991 - September 1992
The Journal Newspapers September 1989 - August 1991
The Associated Press May 1986 - September 1989
Skills
Journalism, Ap Style, Newspaper, News Writing, Headline Writing, Breaking News, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Editorial, Editing, Investigative Reporting, Publications, Blogging, Media Relations, Magazines, Online Journalism, Proofreading, Computer-assisted..., AP Style, Newspapers, Fact-checking, Web Content
Education
Louisiana State University 1981 — 1986
BA, Journalism
Dugan & DeGraw 1995 - Present
China Daily (Beijing) January 2011 - February 2012
The Birmingham News 2000 - 2010
San Diego Union-Tribune August 1989 - March 1995
San Diego Union 1989 - 1992
The Fresno Bee 1980 - 1989
Skills
Newspaper, Copy Editing, Journalism, Editorial, Feature Articles, Editing, AP Style, Newspapers, Publications, Storytelling, Proofreading, Headline Writing, Breaking News, News Writing, Investigative Reporting, Web Content, Blogging, Magazines
Education
California State University, Fresno
BA, journalism
Animal Advocates of Alabama, Inc. March 2015 - Present
V. Kennedy, Ink August 2012 - Present
UAB 2004 - 2013
Birmingham-Southern College August 2012 - December 2012
The Birmingham News March 2009 - August 2011
The Birmingham News November 1991 - March 2010
Faulkner University 1998 - 2003
The Daily Home 1976 - 1983
Skills
Newspaper, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Ap Style, Journalism, Feature Articles, News Writing, Proofreading, Publications, Editing, Magazines, Blogging, Press Releases, Newsletters, Media Relations, Creative Writing, Copywriting, Facebook, Editorial, Newspapers, AP Style, Headline Writing, Literature, Teaching, Online Journalism, Freelance Writing, Social Media, Social Networking, Research, Advertising, Publishing, Web Content, Books, Multimedia, Speech Writing, Public Relations, Content Management, WordPress, Publicity, Strategic Communications, Grammar, Breaking News, Technical Writing, Writing, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Leadership
Education
Jacksonville State University 1971 — 1981
BA, MA, English
Cleveland Clinic October 2013 - Present
The Plain Dealer 1999 - July 2013
The Plain Dealer 1993 - 1999
The Plain Dealer 1992 - 1993
The Birmingham News 1990 - 1992
The Birmingham News 1989 - 1990
The Birmingham News 1983 - 1989
The Birmingham News 1982 - 1983
Skills
Newspaper, Journalism, Ap Style, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, News Writing, Headline Writing, AP Style, Newspapers, Investigative Reporting, Layout, Editorial, Publications, Web Content, Online Journalism, Science Journalism, Editing, Video, Magazines
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2007 — 2008
Auburn University 1977 — 1981
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism
Gollden Hill Ingredients September 2013 - Present
Physicians Primary Care January 2013 - 2013
Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer December 2010 - December 2012
The Birmingham News 2008 - 2010
Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine 2008 - 2008
Skills
Publications, News Writing, Editing, Newspaper
Education
Bellarmine University 2013 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Miami University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism & Political Science
J C Penney Sales Executive, Major AccountsThe Birmingham News2001 - December 2012
The Birmingham News July 1986 - December 2000
Skills
Ad Campaign..., Multi-Media Marketing..., Account Development, Contract Negotiation, Proficient in all MS..., Google Adwords Certified, Proficient in..., Google Adwords, Multi-media Marketing..., Management, Marketing, Account Planning, Advertising Sales, Digital Media, Advertising, Sales, Marketing Communications, B2B, Sales Presentations, Event Planning, Event Management, Salesforce.com, Media Planning, Social Media Marketing
Education
Jefferson State Community College 2013 — 2014
Certificate of completion, Medical Coding and Billing
University of Alabama 1980 — 1984
BA, Advertising / Marketing
McWane, Inc. June 2014 - August 2014
The University of Alabama at Birmingham October 2013 - January 2014
Cox Radio December 2011 - June 2013
The Birmingham News August 2006 - May 2010
WIAT TV 2008 - 2008
WIAT TV 2008 - 2008
Skills
News Writing, AP Style, Journalism, Editing, Facebook, Press Releases, Blogging, Final Cut Pro, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Newspapers, Social Media, Feature Articles, Video Editing, Public Relations
Education
Samford University 2004 — 2008
JMC, Broadcast Journalism
John Carroll Catholic 1999 — 2003
World's Finest Chocolate March 1997 - August 2013
Chicago Sun-Times February 1989 - March 1997
The Birmingham News 1985 - 1988
University of Michigan 1980 - 1984
Beckman Instruments 1977 - 1979
Lee's Summit School System 1970 - 1976
Skills
SPHR, Team Building, Deferred Compensation, Employee Relations, Employee Benefits, Strategic Planning, Leadership Development, Change Management, Process Improvement, Employee Engagement, SAP, Cross-functional Team..., Personnel Management, Organizational..., Human Resources, Performance Management, Onboarding, Organizational..., Benefits Administration, Strategy, Coaching, Employee Training, Talent Management, Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, Training, Leadership, Organizational Design
Education
Baker University 1966 — 1970
BA, Education
California State University-Fullerton
Post Graduate Studies
The Birmingham News January 2004 - Present
The Decatur Daily June 1997 - December 2003
Education
Auburn University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor's, Journalism
St.Clair News-Aegis April 2011 - Present
The Cullman Times 2000 - 2011
The Birmingham News 1988 - 1999
Skills
Newspaper, Advertising, Sales Management, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Digital Media, Media Planning, Editing, Customer Service, Advertising Management, Strategic Planning, Online Advertising, Publishing, Facebook, Direct Mail
Education
Auburn University
Community Journalism, Liberal Arts
Erwin High School, Center Point, AL
The Soverow Glass Studio November 2013 - Present
Alabama Media Group October 2012 - November 2013
The Birmingham News May 2007 - October 2012
FOX6 WBRC-TV June 1999 - May 2007
Skills
Advertising, Online Advertising, Web Analytics, Marketing Strategy, Market Research, GIS Mapping, Data Visualization, Scarborough Research, Nielsen Data, Data Mapping
Education
University of Alabama at Birmingham 1998 — 2004
BA, Studio Art
The University of Georgia 1981 — 1984
MA, Media Research
Auburn University 1976 — 1980
BA, Public Relations
The Beaumont Enterprise November 2013 - Present
Freelance January 2013 - October 2013
Chattanooga Times Free Press January 2010 - January 2013
The Red & Black Newspaper August 2010 - December 2010
The Red & Black Newspaper 2007 - 2010
The Birmingham News July 2008 - December 2008
The Calhoun Times June 2008 - July 2008
Skills
Photography, Photojournalism, Newspapers, AP Style, Editorial, Journalism, Storytelling, News Writing, Digital Photography, Magazines, Blogging, Copy Editing, Image Editing, Breaking News, Multimedia
Education
The University of Georgia 2005 — 2010
BA, Magazines, with an Emphasis in Photojournalism
The University of Georgia 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Magazine writing with an emphasis in photojournalism, Magazine writing, photojournalism
Over The Mountain Journal, The Weld, The Vestavian Internal Communications SpecialistMercedes-Benz U.S. InternationalJuly 2013 - Present
Serra Toyota January 2013 - June 2013
The Birmingham News September 2005 - September 2012
Christianity Today 1999 - 2005
Home Life 1999 - 2005
Alabama Public Television 1996 - 2005
The Birmingham Post-Herald 1986 - 2005
Skills
Newspaper, News Writing, Journalism, Feature Articles, Breaking News, Storytelling, MovableType, Magazines, Editing, Audacity, Proofreading, Newspapers, AP Style, Blogging, Publishing, Social Media, Public Relations
Education
Hampton University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies, 3.7
Northwestern University
The Ohio State University
The Virginian-Pilot September 2006 - Present
The Herald-Sun June 2000 - September 2006
The Birmingham News August 1997 - June 2000
Skills
Newspapers, CICS, Social Media Marketing, WordPress, Management, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Leadership, Marketing, Social Media
Education
North Carolina State University 1971 — 1975
Business and Accounting, Economics
Self-Employed Writer January 2004 - Present
Birmingham Arts Journal April 2009 - April 2009
Alabama Writers Conclave 2009 - 2009
Self-Employed Writing Instructor August 2004 - October 2008
The Rambler Magazine January 2008 - February 2008
Women Who Write January 2008 - January 2008
The Birmingham News 1976 - 1977
Education
University of Montevallo 2004 — 2009
Creative Writing
Tennessee Mountain Writers 2007 — 2007
Appalachian Writers Association Conference 2004 — 2004
Green River Writers 2002 — 2003
Birmingham-Southern College 1995 — 2002
Creative Writing
Words & Music 2001 — 2001
University of Alabama at Birmingham 1990 — 1996
History, English, Creative Writing
The Birmingham News October 1992 - Present
Skills
Journalism, Advertising Management, Publications, Magazines, Editing, Publishing, Newsletters, Press Releases, Digital Media, Media Relations, Advertising
Education
University of Alabama at Birmingham 1974 — 1975
general, A
Ringling School of Art and Design 1971 — 1974
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Graphic Design
Watts Engineering Sales February 1987 - Present
McGriff, Seibels & Williams 1980 - 1987
Cobbs, Allen & Hall July 1975 - 1980
The Birmingham News August 1976 - March 1979
Skills
Construction, Sales, Contract Management, Process Scheduler, Project Planning, Contractors, Project Estimation, Microsoft Office, Project Management
Education
University of Alabama 1969 — 1976
BA
Jefferson State Community College 1985 — 1989
Construction Management
RainKing Solutions April 2015 - Present
RainKing October 2013 - April 2015
RainKing July 2011 - October 2013
RainKing May 2010 - July 2011
The Birmingham News January 2009 - July 2009
The Columbus Dispatch May 2008 - August 2008
The Daily Orange January 2006 - May 2008
Richmond Times-Dispatch June 2007 - August 2007
The Buffalo News May 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Market Research, Copy Editing, Ap Style, Research, Editing, Blogging, Journalism, Analysis, Microsoft Office, Management, Social Media, Press Releases, Strategy, AP Style, Facebook, Marketing, Project Planning, Project Management, Operations Management
Education
Syracuse University 2004 — 2008
BA, History
The Birmingham News
Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, Community Outreach, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Editing, Editorial, Event Planning, Facebook, Feature Articles, Fundraising, Multimedia, Newspapers, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Publications, Strategic Planning, Teaching
Education
Emory University
M.Div., African and Latin American theologies of liberation
University of Virginia
B.A., International Affairs with concentrations in African and Latin American History
The Birmingham News 2002 - Present
Veterans Oil Company 1995 - 2002
Allied Energy 1991 - 1995
W. C. Rice Oil Company 1987 - 1995
Education
Jacksonville State University 1986 — 1987
BS, Accounting
Jacksonville State University 1983 — 1986
BS, Computer Information Systems
Macys January 2011 - Present
The Birmingham News September 1995 - November 2010
The Decatur Daily 1992 - 1995
The Andalusia Star-News 1985 - 1992
Lockheed-Martin 1985 - 1985
Skills
Sales Management, Advertising Sales, Advertising, Salesforce.com, Microsoft Office, Excel, Fundraising, PowerPoint, Word, Retail, Online Advertising, Promotions, SEO, Copywriting, Customer Service, SEM, Public Speaking, Budgeting, Customer Relations, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Social Networking, Photography, Marketing Communications, Facebook, Media Relations, Direct Mail, Newspaper, Media Planning, Journalism, Newsletters, Budgets, Graphic Design, Newspapers, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Email Marketing
Education
Auburn University 1980 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts, Public Relations Journalism, Communications, Advertising
The Birmingham News May 1999 - Present
The Anniston Star January 1995 - April 1999
Education
Faulkner University
BS, Business
United States Attorney's Office August 2009 - Present
The Birmingham News June 1984 - January 2006
Skills
Press Releases, Journalism, Copy Editing, News Writing, Media Relations, Ap Style, Editing, AP Style, Newspapers, Storytelling, Investigative Reporting, Breaking News, Speech Writing, Proofreading, Feature Articles
Education
Auburn University
I am s June 1998 - Present
The Birmingham News August 2002 - May 2010
Birmingham Post-Herald June 1998 - June 2000
Skills
E2
Education
University of Alabama at Birmingham 1986 — 1990
Master's in Public Administration, Business Administration and Management, General
Auburn University 1966 — 1970
Bachelor of Science (BS), Social Science, General Science
The Birmingham News January 1999 - September 2012
University of Alabama at Birmingham 2001 - 2003
The Chattanooga Times September 1997 - January 1999
Nashville Banner 1997 - 1997
Skills
Familiarity with Adobe..., Newspaper, Ap Style, Publications, Storytelling, Journalism, Editorial, Editing, Newsletters, Layout, QuarkXPress, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Proofreading, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Newspapers, Photography, Social Networking, Graphics, AP Style, Illustration, Creative Direction, Social Media, Logo Design, Art, Mac, Multimedia, Brochures, Dreamweaver
Education
Grambling State University 1994 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Birmingham-Southern College May 2012 - Present
The Birmingham News October 2003 - May 2012
The Associated Press 1997 - 2003
Skills
Copy Editing, Journalism, Media Relations, Editing, Creative Writing, Social Media, Marketing Communications, AP Style, Report Writing, News Writing, Annual Reports, Publications, Newsletters, Press Releases
Education
Dartmouth College 1989 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Woodrow Wilson High School