The Jackson Sun
Industry: Newspaper
DescriptionThe Jackson Sun is a daily newspaper published in Jackson, Tennessee, and is one of western Tennessee's major newspapers, delivered to 13 counties. The newspaper is owned by Gannett. Its history dates back over 150 years. Sister newspapers: The Leaf-Chronicle, The Daily News Journal, The Tennessean Circulation: 15,763 daily; 24,287 Sunday; (2013) Owner: Gannett People also search for: The Tennessean,
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The Augusta Chronicle 1997 - Present
The Jackson Sun 1989 - 1995
The Joplin Globe May 1989 - September 1989
Education
The University of Missouri School of Journalism
Bachelor of Journalism, Journalism
University of Missouri-Columbia
Journalism
Kirkland's September 2015 - Present
Kirkland's, Inc. July 2013 - Present
The Jackson Sun June 2012 - July 2013
Moore Studio June 2012 - June 2013
Skills
Digital Photography, Photography, Image Manipulation, Adobe Creative Suite, Lightroom, Photoshop, InDesign, Mac, Image Editing, Illustrator, Fashion, Styling, Visual Styling, Set Styling, Prop Styling, Video Editing, Video Production, Videography, Video, Copy Editing, Creative Writing
Education
Union University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
RLM TrialGraphix October 2014 - Present
TrialGraphix April 1999 - October 2014
The Jackson Sun May 1997 - February 1999
Skills
Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Creative Suite, Logo Design, Art Direction, Illustrator, Strategic Planning, Creative Direction, InDesign, Typography, Photoshop, Graphics, Information Design, Graphic Design, Illustration
Education
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 1992 — 1997
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.)
Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH September 2015 - Present
Saks Fifth Avenue June 2013 - Present
Gallatin News Examiner/Hendersonville Star News July 2009 - Present
Matthew Diggs Photography May 2006 - Present
Dillards June 2010 - June 2013
Dollar General October 2011 - June 2012
The Jackson Sun February 2007 - May 2009
Englewood Baptist Church 2007 - 2009
Skills
Photography, Photojournalism, Photos, Photoshop, Portrait Photography, Video, Storytelling, Event Photography, Editing, Video Production, Layout, Digital Media, Digital Photography, Studio Photography, Documentaries, Videography, Portraits, Press Releases, News Writing, Mac, Image Manipulation, Studio Lighting, Travel Photography, Video Editing, Commercial Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, Image Editing, Publications, Sports Photography, Graphic Design, Final Cut Pro, Customer Service, Retail, Public Relations, AP Style, Wedding Photography, Journalism, Web Design, Photo Mechanic, Editorial, Proofreading, Magazines, Newspapers, Graphics, Blogging, QuarkXPress, InDesign, Customer Satisfaction, Writing, Capture One Pro 7
Education
Union University 2003 — 2008
Digital Media Studies, Communication Arts, Photojournalism
Freelance Photographer 2008 - Present
Alice Calvery & The New Delta Payroll July 2012 - Present
Indigenous Outreach International April 2012 - December 2014
The Jackson Sun July 2009 - March 2012
Skills
Photojournalism, Digital Photography, Photography, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, After Effects, Editing, Portraits, Commercial Photography, Event Photography, Portrait Photography, Wedding Photography, Documentary, Videography, Reportage, Travel Photography, Video Production, Video, Video Editing, Documentaries, Journalism, Multimedia, Photos, Sports Photography
Education
University of Hartford 2014 — 2016
Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.), Photography
Union University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Digital Media Studies
UL Workplace Health & Safety June 2013 - Present
UL Puresafety February 2013 - June 2013
Verizon Wireless Communications March 2011 - March 2013
Solus Performance February 2009 - March 2013
Jaspan Medical Systems October 2009 - March 2011
The Jackson Sun February 2009 - October 2009
West Jackson Baptist Church May 2008 - February 2009
Skills
Quotas, Cold Calling, Solution Selling, Account Management, Sales Operations, Sales Process, Customer Retention, Sales, Sales Management, Customer Satisfaction, Telecommunications, Wireless, B2B, Sales Presentations, Salesforce.com, M2M, Call Center, Outside Sales, Selling, Management, Marketing, New Business Development, Team Building, Enterprise Software, Training, Strategic Planning, Product Management, Leadership
Education
Union University 2001 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History / Politica Science
The Jackson Sun 2015 - Present
Cardinal & Cream May 2014 - Present
The Jackson Sun April 2014 - Present
Religion News Service September 2013 - November 2013
International Mission Board June 2013 - August 2013
Returning Hearts Celebration May 2013 - May 2013
See Rock City Inc. January 2011 - August 2012
Skills
Storytelling, News Writing, Creative Writing, Magazines, InDesign, Digital Photography, Photoshop, Management, Final Cut Pro, Public Speaking, Journalism, Copy Editing
Education
Union University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
The Washington Journalism Center 2013 — 2013
The Alabama Baptist January 2011 - Present
International Mission Board August 2008 - August 2010
The Jackson Sun August 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Photography, Creative Writing, Videography, Video Production, Photo Essays, Organization &..., Social Media Outreach, Website Updating, Newspaper Design, Email Marketing, Travel Planning, Childcare, Child Advocacy, Foster Care, Hospitality Service, Newspapers
Education
Union University 2006 — 2008
Bachelor's degree, Christian Studies/Photojournalism
Grand Valley State University 2004 — 2006
Photography
IQ Solutions March 2015 - Present
The Gazette August 2012 - March 2015
PEN/Faulkner Foundation September 2013 - January 2014
Jackson Free Press February 2012 - June 2012
Jackson Free Press July 2011 - February 2012
Cardinal & Cream February 2009 - May 2011
The Jackson Sun January 2011 - April 2011
Jackson 24-7 August 2010 - December 2010
Cardinal & Cream August 2009 - December 2010
Union University October 2009 - April 2010
Skills
Writing, Editing, Final Cut Pro, Social Media, InDesign, Blogging, Word, Research, Journalism, Press Releases, Newspaper, Publications, Wordpress, Microsoft Office, Copy Editing, PowerPoint, Newsletters, AP Style, Breaking News, Facebook, French, Interviewing, Newspapers, Storytelling, Editorial, Online Journalism, News Writing, Broadcast, Headline Writing, Investigative Reporting, Interviews, Copywriting, Digital Journalism, Narrative Journalism
Education
Union University 2007 — 2011
BA, Journalism, Film Studies
Writopia Lab January 2015 - Present
University of Maryland August 2014 - Present
The Answer August 2014 - Present
Montgomery College August 2013 - Present
Howard Community College August 2014 - December 2014
University of Maryland August 2011 - July 2014
National Endowment for the Humanities January 2013 - May 2013
Southeast Missouri State University August 2009 - May 2011
Southeast Missourian April 2010 - October 2010
The Jackson Sun June 2006 - August 2008
Skills
Microsoft Office, InDesign, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Teaching Writing, College Teaching, Student Advising, Editing, Magazines, Journalism, Photography, Books, Feature Articles, Teaching, Newsletters, Literature
Education
University of Maryland College Park 2011 — 2014
Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.), Fiction Writing
Southeast Missouri State University 2009 — 2011
Master of Arts (M.A.), English
Union University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Writing and Journalism
Washington Journalism Center 2008 — 2008
Journalism
Springfield News=Leader January 2005 - Present
Baseball America August 2008 - May 2009
The Jackson Sun August 2001 - January 2005
Skills
News Writing, Technical Writing, Reporting & Analysis, Social Media
Education
Oklahoma State University 1994 — 1997
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism
Cowley College 1992 — 1994
Associate's Degree, Journalism
Crye-Leike, Realtors September 2014 - Present
Kyle Kurlick Photography May 2008 - Present
The Commercial Appeal August 2008 - Present
SRVS February 2014 - August 2014
The Courier-Journal June 2007 - August 2007
The Jackson Sun December 2006 - March 2007
International Mission Board June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Photography, Photojournalism, Magazines, Photo Mechanic, Editing, Final Cut Pro, InDesign, Photoshop, Video, Studio Lighting, Storytelling, Blogging, Lightroom, Commercial Photography, Journalism, Digital Photography, Sports Photography, Portrait Photography, Editorial Photography, Portraits, Video Editing, Canon, Editorial, Multimedia, Travel Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, Mac, Video Production, Wordpress, Publications, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Content Development, Writing, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Marketing, Social Media, Social Networking, Microsoft Office
Education
Union University 2004 — 2008
Journalism, Journalism, Photojournalism
Children's Medical Center June 2005 - November 2007
ARLINGTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 2004-2005 October 2004 - May 2005
TARRANT COUNTY COLLEGE DISTRICT October 2002 - August 2003
ARLINGTON STAR-TELEGRAM January 1997 - January 1998
The Jackson Sun January 1993 - January 1996
Skills
Healthcare, Hospitals, Public Speaking, Newsletters, Patient Education, Editing
Education
Tarrant County College 2003 — 2005
A.A.S, Respiratory
University of the Incarnate Word 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication Arts
University of the Incarnate Word 1988 — 1992
B.A, Communication Arts
The University of Mississippi Foundation September 2015 - Present
FNC April 2007 - February 2015
Hederman Brothers 2001 - 2007
zUniversity.com January 2001 - July 2001
The University of Mississippi 1991 - 2001
The News-Star June 1990 - September 1991
The Jackson Sun 1987 - 1987
Skills
Press Releases, Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Marketing, Publicity, Media Relations, Photography, Publications, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Public Speaking, Magazines, Strategic Communications, Copywriting, Commercial Photography, Editing, Adobe Creative Suite, Crisis Communications, Blogging, Positioning, Online Advertising, Event Management, Graphic Design, Sales Support
Education
University of Mississippi 1989 — 1990
Post-Graduate, Journalism
University of Mississippi 1985 — 1989
BA, Journalism
North Side High School 1983 — 1985
Naples Daily News August 2012 - Present
Comcast Spotlight November 2011 - August 2012
The Jackson Sun November 2007 - December 2011
Gannett December 2007 - November 2011
Homes & Land Charlotte 2006 - 2007
Hammer Publications 2003 - 2006
The Rinoceros Times 2003 - 2006
The Rhinoceros Times 2003 - 2006
Atlanta Jewish Times 2003 - 2006
Skills
Value Based Selling, Media Relations, Project Planning, Digital Photography, Advertising Sales, Event Planning, Photography, New Business Development, Advertising, Newspapers, Public Relations, Publications, Blogging, Copywriting, Digital Marketing, Digital Media, Direct Mail, Email Marketing, Facebook, Magazines, Media Planning, New Media, Newsletters, Online Advertising, Online Marketing, Press Releases, Publishing, SEO, Sales, Sales Operations, Selling, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Trade Shows
Education
New College of Florida 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts, Humanities and Gender Studies
University School of Jackson 1992 — 1994
High School, College Prep
North Carolina A&T State University 2014 - Present
Durham County Department of Public Health April 2013 - August 2014
Smarty's World September 2006 - August 2013
North Carolina A&T State University February 2012 - March 2013
News & Record August 2006 - October 2011
WNAA-90.1 March 2001 - August 2009
The Jackson Sun February 2004 - September 2005
Carolina Peacemaker August 2003 - December 2003
The Register August 2001 - December 2003
Hendersonville Times-News 2003 - 2003
Skills
Blogging, Facebook, Copy Editing, Storytelling, AP Style, Editing, Social Media, Press Releases, Radio, Social Networking, Entertainment, Public Relations, Video, Publications, Event Planning, Feature Articles, Blogger, Newsletters, Community Outreach, Journalism, Newspapers, Public Speaking, Multimedia, Editorial, Proofreading, Media Relations, Writing, News Writing, Research, Microsoft Office, Twitter
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 2014 — 2017
Master of Arts (M.A.), Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University 2000 — 2003
B.S., Journalism & Mass Communication
WPLG-TV September 2014 - Present
WJLA-TV August 2012 - August 2014
KNXV-TV August 2010 - September 2012
WCSC-TV August 2006 - November 2010
WSVN-TV March 2004 - July 2006
The Jackson Sun June 2003 - December 2003
The Beacon - Student Newspaper at FIU 2001 - 2003
Skills
Breaking News, Journalism, Storytelling, Broadcast, Editing, Social Media, Press Releases, News Writing, AP Style, Broadcast Journalism, Video Production, Video Editing, Radio, Newspapers, Video, Broadcast Television, Avid, Final Cut Pro, Non-linear Editing, ENPS, Television, Videography, Online Journalism, New Media, Producing, Avid Newscutter, Field Producing, Radio Broadcasting, Investigative Reporting, Media Production, Media Relations, Camera, Multimedia, I-News, Avid Media Composer, Copy Editing, Edius
Education
Florida International University 1997 — 2005
Bachelors of Science, Journalism
Off The Grid News August 2013 - Present
The Jackson Sun April 2014 - December 2014
Union University August 2013 - April 2014
Baptist Press May 2013 - July 2013
Cardinal & Cream May 2012 - May 2013
The Jackson Sun January 2013 - April 2013
Cardinal & Cream August 2011 - May 2012
The Crockett Times January 2012 - April 2012
Skills
Research, Writing, Editing, Blogging, Newspapers, Digital Photography, AP Style, Media Relations, Storytelling, Journalism, Copy Editing, Editorial, Press Releases, Publications, News Writing, Feature Articles
Education
Union University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
Lambuth University 2009 — 2010
The Lincoln Journal Star September 2015 - Present
The Fayetteville Observer December 2014 - August 2015
The Jackson Sun January 2013 - December 2014
The Wilson Post Newspaper May 2012 - August 2012
www.Travelated.com January 2012 - April 2012
Borders August 2008 - October 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Research, Social Media, Windows, English, Journalism, Crime reporting, Newsgathering, Newsgate, Blogging, Travel Writing, Investigative Reporting, Video Journalism, Photojournalism, AP Style, Facebook, Social Networking, Public Relations, Creative Writing, Editing, Photography, Social Media Marketing, Feature Articles, Press Releases, Copy Editing, Online Journalism, News Writing, Newspapers, Storytelling, Writing, Breaking News, Twitter
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Journalism
Motlow State Community College 2007 — 2010
Associate's degree, General Studies
The Jackson Sun November 2008 - Present
The Jackson Sun November 2006 - November 2008
The Jackson Sun August 2004 - November 2006
The Jackson Sun May 1995 - May 2000
Fab Express May 1989 - May 1991
Altom Transport, Inc May 1987 - May 1989
Education
Moody Bible Institute 1981 — 1984
1984, Christian Education
Katie Brake Photography December 2011 - Present
The Jackson Sun April 2005 - November 2011
Sidney Daily News August 2004 - December 2004
Skills
Photography, Photojournalism, Newspaper, Portraits, Photoshop, Photos, Weddings, Digital Photography, Image Editing, Travel Photography, Newspapers, Portrait Photography, AP Style, Journalism, Video Editing, Event Photography, Copy Editing, Wedding Photography, Online Journalism, Videography, Photo Mechanic, Commercial Photography, Editorial, Studio Photography, Sports Photography, Documentary Photography, Magazines, Breaking News, On Location, Multimedia, Editorial Photography, Architectural..., Storytelling, Image Manipulation, Lightroom, Photo Restoration, Lifestyle Photography
Education
Kent State University 2000 — 2004
BS, Photojournalism
Kent State University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Photojournalism
The Jackson Sun May 2006 - Present
Skills
Advertising, Blogging, Business Development, Cold Calling, Media Relations, Multimedia, Newsletters, Newspapers, Press Releases, Publications, Retail, Facebook, Magazines, Digital Media, Email Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Video, Online Advertising, Social Networking
Education
Union University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science of Business Administration (BSBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Gannett Newspapers June 2008 - Present
Gannett Newspapers (The News-Star in Monroe) August 2011 - August 2013
The Jackson Sun June 2008 - August 2011
Skills
Newspapers, AP Style, Sports, News Writing, Journalism, Twitter, Column Writing, Spectating
Education
Louisiana State University 2004 — 2008
BS in Mass Communication, Print Journalism
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage November 2012 - Present
Rockford Register Star April 2012 - November 2012
Rockford Register Star November 2008 - September 2012
Rockford Register Star February 2005 - November 2008
The Jackson Sun March 2003 - January 2005
The Daily Iowan 2000 - 2002
Skills
InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, InCopy, Acrobat, Flash, Graphic Design, Creative Direction, Ap Style, Video Production, Layout, Copywriting, QuarkXPress, Advertising, Publications, Social Media, Web Design, Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphics, Newspapers, Art Direction, AP Style, Magazines, Multimedia, Newsletters
Education
University of Iowa 1998 — 2002
B.F.A.
Dowling High School 1994 — 1998
Widener University School of Law April 2012 - Present
Joshua J. Wilkinson Law October 2011 - Present
Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas for Franklin & Fulton Counties August 2011 - October 2011
The Jackson Sun October 2007 - August 2008
University School of Jackson January 2008 - May 2008
Skills
Legal Advice, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Westlaw, Legal Issues, Criminal Law, Higher Education, Litigation, Appeals, Courts, Editing, Hearings, Administrative Law, Mediation, Research, Trials
Education
Widener University School of Law (PA) 2008 — 2011
Juris Doctor
Union University 2003 — 2007
BA, English
Showstopper Productions July 2015 - Present
The West Tennessee Examiner October 2012 - Present
Examiner.com October 2012 - Present
Examiner.com January 2010 - Present
S.O.L.A.D.™: Soldiers of Light Against Darkness™ series June 2012 - Present
Nothing's Impossible Inc. November 2009 - Present
MidSouthCon 33 March 2015 - March 2015
Superman Celebration June 2014 - June 2014
MidSouthCon 32 March 2014 - March 2014
The Jackson Sun July 2005 - November 2009
Skills
Facebook, Photoshop, QuarkXPress, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Dreamweaver, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Internet Explorer, FrontPage, Microsoft Works, Avid, MySpace, Blogging, Editing, Social Media, Journalism, Creative Writing, Press Releases, Social Networking, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Photography, Newspaper, Copywriting, Web Content, Video Editing, Publishing, Proofreading, Tumblr, Ap Style, Feature Articles, Content Writing, Editorial, Microsoft Office, News Writing, Online Journalism, YouTube, Books, Publications, Published Author, Self-publishing, Fiction Writing, Newspapers, AP Style, Video, Advertising, Newsletters
Education
Franklin College 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
Whitehaven High School 1997 — 2000
Roane State Community College July 2011 - Present
Roane State Community College September 2011 - Present
Roane State Community College August 2007 - July 2011
The Greeneville Sun February 2004 - July 2007
Spartanburg Herald-Journal December 2000 - January 2004
Spartanburg Herald-Journal September 1999 - December 2000
The Beaufort Gazette October 1998 - September 1999
The Jackson Sun August 1997 - September 1998
Skills
Writing, Corporate Communications, Photography, Promotions, Crisis Communications, Layout and design, Social Media, Photoshop, InDesign, Layout, Public Relations, Editing, Journalism, Newspapers, Press Releases, Publications, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Copywriting, Magazines
Education
Austin Peay State University 2008 — 2010
M.A., Communication Arts, Corporate Communication Concentration
Clemson University 1993 — 1997
B.A., English and history
HUB International March 2008 - Present
The Jackson Sun March 2005 - May 2007
Self Employed September 2003 - March 2005
Gateway International Raceway, Madison, IL August 1996 - September 2003
Memphis Motorsports Park and Memphis Pharaohs (Arena Football) March 1995 - August 1996
The Commercial Appeal October 1981 - March 1995
The Press of Atlantic City August 1975 - October 1981
Skills
Media Relations, Event Planning, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Management, Press Releases, Journalism, Corporate Communications, Storytelling, Customer Service, Social Media, Publications, Blogging, Sports, Newsletters, Magazines, Research, Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Microsoft Office, Facebook, News Writing, Creative Writing, Social Media Marketing, Editing
Education
University of Dayton 1971 — 1975
B.A., Communication Arts
Print2Web March 2001 - Present
The Jackson Sun September 2000 - March 2001
Century 21 Newspapers June 1998 - September 2000
Gannett May 1996 - May 1998
St Petersburg Times April 1976 - April 1996
Skills
Newspaper, Publishing, Advertising, Online Advertising, Journalism, Digital Media, Magazines, New Media, Direct Mail, Email Marketing, Circulation, Digital Marketing
Education
University of Florida 1970 — 1975
BS
University of Utrecht The Netherlands 1973 — 1974
Advanced Studies
Special Olympics Maryland 2005 - Present
Associated Press 2002 - Present
The Baltimore Sun 2002 - Present
The New York Times 2002 - Present
Patuxent Publishing 2002 - Present
Bmore Media January 2012 - June 2013
The Jackson Sun 2001 - 2002
Skills
Photojournalism, Portraits, Adobe Creative Suite, Travel Photography, Sports Photography, Editorial, Breaking News, Commercial Photography, Ap Style, Newspaper, Journalism, Image Editing, Photography, Fine Art Photography, Creative Writing, Editing, Multimedia, Online Journalism, Studio Lighting, Photo Mechanic, Magazines, Weddings, Fashion Photography, Portrait Photography, Graphic Design, Publications, Documentaries, Art, Mac, Photos, Documentary Photography, Digital Imaging, Storytelling, Investigative Reporting, Copy Editing, Digital Photography, Photoshop, Event Photography, Editorial Photography, Public Relations, Newspapers, Nikon, AP Style, News Writing
Education
Syracuse University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Photojournalism
The New York Times Editing Center May 2010 - Present
The Florida Times-Union May 2001 - May 2010
Florida State University Law Library January 2001 - April 2001
Tallahassee Democrat September 2000 - December 2000
The Detroit News May 2000 - August 2000
The Jackson Sun May 1999 - August 1999
USDA-ARS Center for Medical, Agricultural and Veterinary Entomology library May 1997 - August 1997
Skills
Proficient in InDesign, InCopy, Illustrator, Editing, Newspaper, Headline Writing, Stories, Copy Editing, Writing, Journalism, InDesign, Facebook, QuarkXPress, Social Media, Event Planning, Proofreading, AP Style, Photoshop, Social Networking, Layout, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Research, Interviewing, Mac, Adobe Acrobat, Storytelling, Ap Style, Newspapers, Publications, Breaking News, Editorial, Feature Articles, News Writing, Newspaper Design, Blogging, Web Content, Fact-checking, Associated Press style, Magazines, Online Journalism, Newsletters, Content Management
Education
Florida State University 2011 — 2014
Masters, Library and Information Studies
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University 1997 — 2001
BS, Journalism
West Tennessee Healthcare December 2005 - Present
The Jackson Sun July 1997 - May 2006
Murray, Inc October 1996 - August 1997
Aemp Corporation June 1996 - August 1996
OfficeMax February 1996 - June 1996
Cyberstation Arcade October 1995 - February 1996
Ajay Jackson 10 Cinemas August 1994 - October 1995
Union University September 1993 - May 1994
Jackson State Community College May 1992 - September 1993
Skills
Healthcare Information..., Cerner, Microsoft Office, HTML, CSS, Hospitals, Networking, Healthcare, EMR, Revenue Cycle, CPOE, HIPAA
Education
Union University 1993 — 1995
B.S, Business Administration
Jackson State Community College 1991 — 1993
A.S, Computer Information Systems
The Daily Advertiser, Lafayette, LA (Gannett) June 2010 - Present
The Daily Advertiser, Lafayette, LA (Gannett) December 2009 - June 2011
The Daily Advertiser, Lafayette, LA (Gannett) December 2007 - December 2009
The Jackson Sun 2006 - 2007
The Jackson Sun 2005 - 2006
Skills
self starter, Training & Development, pub, Public Relations
Education
Abilene Christian University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor's of Science, Integrated Marketing Communications (AD/PR)
Hardee Partners, LLC May 2014 - Present
Woodbine Development Corporation July 1991 - May 2014
Hunt Oil Company July 1980 - July 1991
Dallas Business Journal January 1980 - July 1980
Arlington Citizen-Journal 1979 - 1980
The Jackson Sun 1978 - 1979
Skills
Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate Development, Commercial Real Estate, Real Estate, Property Management, Disposition, Leases, Investment Properties, Public Relations, Real Estate Economics, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Media Relations, PowerPoint, Advertising, Sales, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications, Brand Development, Hospitality, Hotels, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy
Education
The University of Texas at Arlington - College of Business 1984 — 1989
MBA, marketing emphasis
Trinity University 1974 — 1976
BA, Journalism
Alabama Media Group October 2012 - Present
The Huntsville Times September 2003 - Present
The Daily Advertiser 1998 - 2003
Atlanta Journal Constitution 1996 - 1998
Pensacola News Journal 1990 - 1996
The Jackson Sun 1988 - 1990
The Jackson Daily News 1982 - 1988
United Press International 1980 - 1982
The Jackson Daily News 1978 - 1980
Skills
Media Relations, Copy Editing, Journalism, Publications, Newspaper, Public Relations, Social Media, Newsletters, Editing, Newspapers, Marketing, Corporate Communications, Research, News Writing, Storytelling, Press Releases, Feature Articles
Education
The University of Southern Mississippi 1976 — 1978
B.A., Journalism
Copiah-Lincoln Jr. College 1974 — 1976
Associate of Arts
Law Offices of P. Robin Dixon Jr. September 2010 - Present
State of Tennessee September 2000 - September 2010
The Jackson Sun October 1995 - July 1997
The Indianapolis Star May 1995 - August 1995
Education
Vanderbilt University Law School 1997 — 2000
J.D.
Middle Tennessee State University 1990 — 1995
B.S., Journalism, English
U.S. Department of Labor, Office of the Solicitor August 2015 - Present
U.S. Department of Labor, Office of the Solicitor September 2013 - August 2015
American University Washington College of Law General Practice Clinic August 2012 - December 2012
U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs June 2012 - August 2012
NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc. August 2011 - November 2011
ACLU of Maryland May 2011 - August 2011
The Jackson Sun June 2007 - July 2010
Scripps Howard Foundation Wire June 2006 - August 2006
Birmingham Post-Herald May 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Westlaw, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Courts, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Civil Rights, Legislation, Employment Legislation, Employment Law, Employment Law..., Federal Employment Law, Federal Government, Administrative Law, Open Records, Privacy Law, Privacy Act, Employee Training
Education
American University Washington College of Law 2010 — 2013
Doctor of Law (JD)
University of Alabama 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism and Political Science
"New Haven Baptist Church August 2015 - Present
Teleflora 2007 - Present
The Jackson Sun November 2006 - July 2007
The Olympian July 2005 - November 2006
The Morning News August 2003 - July 2005
Skills
Advertising, Online Advertising, Sales Operations, Marketing, Direct Marketing, Market Planning, Merchandising, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Customer Service, Sales, CareerBuilder, Account Management, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Microsoft Office, B2B, Graphic Design, Advertising Sales, Market Research, Direct Sales, Email Marketing, Sales Management, Online Marketing, Social Networking, Public Relations, Cold Calling, Team Building, Business Development, Leadership, Digital Marketing, Facebook, Marketing Communications, Sales Presentations, Copywriting, Media Relations, Blogging, Press Releases, Newspapers
Education
Arkansas State University 2001 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
Williams Baptist College 2000 — 2001
English Language and Literature, General
Arkansas Northeastern College 1997 — 2000
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies
Osceola High School 1992 — 1996
Diploma, General
The Daily News Journal July 2012 - Present
Freelance Photographer April 1992 - Present
Sir Speedy Printing 2012 - 2012
The Jackson Sun - Gannett November 2002 - June 2011
The Jackson Sun April 1996 - November 2002
The Tennessean 1992 - 1996
Skills
Editorial, Multimedia, Management, Photos, Photojournalism, Photo Mechanic, Image Editing, Digital Photography, Photography, Newspapers, Customer Service, Portrait Photography, Sports Photography, Event Photography, Commercial Photography, Journalism, Travel Photography, Studio Lighting, Magazines, AP Style, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Newspaper, Online Journalism, Social Media, Wedding Photography
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 1987 — 1991
B.S., Photojournalism
Riverdale High School 1983 — 1987
The Wichita Eagle January 2015 - Present
The Wichita Eagle September 2013 - January 2015
Juhnke, Campbell & Associates July 2012 - June 2013
The Mildenhall Youth Center February 2010 - September 2010
Asbury Park Press May 2009 - September 2009
Asbury Park Press 2008 - May 2009
Asbury Park Press December 2007 - October 2008
Asbury Park Press July 2006 - December 2007
The Jackson Sun September 2005 - June 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, AS/400, Brio Query, Marketing, Fundraising, PowerPoint, Newspaper, Non-profits, Nonprofits, Sales, Direct Marketing, Social Media
Education
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide 2013 — 2015
Master of Science (MS), Project Management
Lambuth University 2002 — 2006
B.A., Public Relations-Communications, Marketing (Minor)
Central Service Association August 2015 - Present
Alexander Thompson Arnold April 2007 - August 2015
United Way of West Tennessee September 1998 - April 2007
The Jackson Sun August 1993 - September 1998
Skills
Event Planning, Public Relations, Marketing, Budgets, Advertising, Public Speaking, Leadership, Event Management, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Brand Management, Nonprofits, Direct Marketing, Services Marketing, Time Management, Building Relationships, Social Networking, Market Planning, Marketing Communications, Corporate Branding, Community Building, Sales, Media Planning, Proposal Writing, Integrated Marketing, Newsletters, Marketing Strategy, Corporate Communications, Community Development, Recruiting, Niche Marketing, Accounting, Publishing, Community Relations, Community Involvement, Customer relationship..., Writing Skills, Professional Services..., Professional..., Marketing..., Target Marketing, Creative Problem Solving, Multi-channel Marketing, CRM Software management, Online Marketing, Press Releases, Fundraising, Social Media, Brand Awareness, CRM
Education
Union University 1989 — 1993
BS
National Hardwood Lumber Association May 2008 - Present
Blue August LLC January 2006 - May 2008
The Jackson Sun 2004 - 2006
Skills
Development..., Publication Development, Op-eds, Talking Points, Spokesperson, Message Development, Media Outreach, Strategic..., Publications Production, Cause Marketing, Crisis Communications, Key Message Development, Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Marketing, Press Releases, Media Relations, Community Outreach, Speech Writing, Media Skills Training, Management, Web Content, Public Affairs, Negotiation, Sales Management
Education
University of Mississippi 1994 — 1996
Master of Arts (M.A.), History
University of Mississippi 1993 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Southern Studies
The University of Georgia 1987 — 1992
History
The Jackson Sun March 2010 - Present
Sitel Corporation, Memphis January 2009 - October 2009
Skills
Photography, Journalism, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Creative Writing, Photojournalism, Newspapers, Video Editing, AP Style, Photo Mechanic, Publications, News Writing, Storytelling, Image Editing, Online Journalism
Education
Tennessee State University 2004 — 2008
B.S, Speech Communications and Theater; Journalism emphasis
Index-Journal June 2015 - Present
Index-Journal January 2014 - June 2015
Knoxville News Sentinel September 2010 - January 2014
Knoxville News Sentinel August 2004 - September 2010
Knoxville News Sentinel April 2004 - August 2004
The Jackson Sun March 2000 - March 2004
The Sun Herald July 1999 - March 2000
Florence Morning News July 1996 - July 1999
Florence Morning News November 1995 - July 1996
Mt. Vernon Register-News September 1989 - November 1995
Skills
Copy Editing, Proofreading, Editorial, Sports Writing, News Writing, Newspaper, QuarkXPress, AP Style, Media Relations, Journalism, Copywriting, Press Releases, Social Media, Web Content Management, Newspapers, Feature Articles, Breaking News, Storytelling, Editing, Headline Writing, Online Journalism, Project Planning, Able To Work Under..., Staff Mentoring, Fact-checking, Feature Writing, InDesign, InCopy, Photoshop, Branding, Promotions, Pagination, Managing Deadlines, Narrative Journalism, Managerial, Investigative Reporting, Sports, Newspaper Design, Web Content, Content Management, Freelance Writing, Photography, Public Relations, Advertising, Magazines, New Media
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1982 — 1986
B.S., Speech Communications with a specialization in public relations and a minor in journalism
Alabama Media Group May 2014 - Present
Alabama Media Group October 2012 - May 2014
The Huntsville Times November 2011 - September 2012
TimesDaily November 2009 - November 2011
The Jackson Sun 2008 - 2008
Skills
Journalism, AP Style, Copy Editing, InDesign, Social Media, Photoshop, Twitter, Newspapers, Facebook, QuarkXPress, SEO, Graphic Design, Editing, News, Breaking News, Publications, Feature Articles
Education
Auburn University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Lexington High School
Author January 2009 - Present
D-Tales Media January 2005 - Present
Gotham Writers Workshop May 2001 - Present
Football.com January 2013 - November 2014
College Sports Television 2003 - 2007
CNN-Sports Illustrated 1996 - 2002
College Sports Magazine 1994 - 1996
The Jackson Sun 1989 - 1993
Newsday Media Group September 1988 - December 1989
Skills
Editing, Non-fiction, Creative Writing, Books, Documentaries, Editorial, Copy Editing, Journalism, Storytelling, Sports Writing, Press Releases
Education
Ithaca College 1984 — 1988
Ithaca College
Gannett May 2012 - Present
The Jackson Sun November 2006 - August 2008
Skills
Newspapers, Advertising Sales, Online Advertising, Copy Editing, Magazines, Journalism, Digital Media, Media Planning, Press Releases, New Media, Newsletters, Media Relations, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Advertising, Sales, Email Marketing, Social Networking, Digital Marketing, Facebook, Public Relations, Account Management, Customer Service, Marketing, Online Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office
Education
Bethel College (TN) 2012 — 2016
Business Administration and Management, General
The HillHelen Group LLC 2009 - Present
Reconfigured Art Jewelry 2004 - Present
theCo, Entrepreneur Development Center 2013 - 2014
Business and Professional Women of Tennessee Inc. 2013 - 2014
STAR Center Inc. May 2012 - November 2012
The Jackson Sun June 1989 - April 2012
Delta Leadership Institute 2010 - 2011
Skills
Editing, Books, Publishing, Art, Writing, Copy Editing, Editorial, Magazines, Public Speaking, Press Releases, Photography, Advertising, Social Media, Publications, Publicity, Non-profits, Public Relations, Media Relations, Research, Newsletters, Speech Writing, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Copywriting, Journalism, Strategic Communications, Creative Writing, New Media, AP Style, Newspapers, Facebook, Adobe Creative Suite, Layout, Community Development, QuarkXPress, Social Networking, Blogging, News Writing, Online Journalism, Web Content, Proofreading, Grant Writing, Digital Media, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Freelance Writing, Ghostwriting, Feature Articles
Education
Millsaps College 1966 — 1968
B.A., English, secondary education, history
Mississippi University for Women
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English/Language Arts Teacher Education
University of Memphis
Journalism
The Jackson Sun
Skills
AP Style, Copy Editing, Journalism, Newspapers, News Writing, Online Journalism, Press Releases, Storytelling, Copywriting, Publications, Media Relations, Editing, Public Relations, Web Content, Editorial
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia
Journalism
Gallery Church August 2014 - Present
HUB Club Area Relief Ministries September 2013 - May 2014
The Jackson Sun January 2013 - May 2014
Abercrombie & Fitch September 2011 - December 2012
Skills
Photography, Digital Photography, Photoshop, Image Editing, Adobe Creative Suite, Photojournalism, Portrait Photography, Video Editing, Microsoft Office, Illustrator, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Portraits, Mac, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Event Photography, Commercial Photography, Travel Photography, Customer Service, Youth Mentoring, MailChimp
Education
Union University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology
The Jackson Sun September 2006 - Present
Education
Lane College 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Music
ToastMaster District 26 2014 - 2015
The Colorado Springs Gazette, LLC November 2012 - April 2014
Various radio stations April 2010 - November 2012
The Jackson Sun April 2004 - November 2012
Fox
Skills
Writing, Editing, Videography, Video Editing, Sales, Marketing, Financial Reporting, Sports, Journalism, Copywriting, Copy Editing, News Writing, Newspapers, AP Style
Education
University of Southern California
Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.)
Memphis Business Journal August 1999 - May 2012
The Jackson Sun October 1996 - May 1999
The Leaf Chronicle May 1989 - October 1996
Education
The University of Memphis
B.A., Journalism, minor in English
The Jackson Sun May 2014 - Present
The Hendersonville Standard August 2013 - May 2014
The Daily News Journal August 2013 - May 2014
The Gallatin News August 2013 - May 2014
TN Media May 2013 - May 2014
Trevecca Nazarene University August 2012 - May 2014
Trevecca Nazarene University September 2010 - May 2014
The Daily Caller February 2012 - May 2012
Blackman High School August 2009 - May 2010
Skills
News Writing, Sports, Copy Editing, Editing, Feature Articles, AP Style, Press Releases, Publications, Newspapers, Social Networking, Public Speaking
Education
Trevecca Nazarene University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
Washington Journalism Center - Washington D.C.
Morris Communications January 2013 - Present
Morris Communications November 2002 - January 2013
Gannett January 2000 - November 2002
Tallahassee Democrat September 1996 - January 2000
The Jackson Sun September 1995 - September 1996
Gainesville Times September 1988 - August 1995
Pensacola News Journal 1979 - 1987
Skills
Social Media, Newspaper, Audience Development, Blogging, Circulation, Publishing, Digital Media, Multimedia, Magazines, Publications, Newspapers, Creative Direction, New Media, Email Marketing, Journalism, Leadership, Direct Mail, Advertising, Advertising Sales, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Direct Marketing, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, Online Advertising, Media Planning, Content Development, Sales, Editorial, Social Networking, Digital Strategy, Content Management, Content Strategy, Copy Editing, Newsletters, Copywriting, Media Relations, SEO, Facebook, SEM, Marketing Communications, Web Content, Press Releases, Online Publishing, Mobile Marketing, Subscription, Integrated Marketing, Web Analytics, Lead Generation, Web Content Management
Education
Tallahassee Community College
McGuireWoods November 2013 - Present
McGuireWoods LLP 2013 - 2015
McGuireWoods LLP 2013 - 2015
McGuireWoods LLP 2013 - 2015
Associated Press January 2000 - October 2013
Associated Press July 1994 - January 2000
Associated Press September 1991 - June 1994
Associated Press October 1985 - September 1991
The Jackson Sun April 1983 - October 1985
Clarksdale (MS) Press-Register September 1979 - March 1983
Skills
Media Relations, Public Policy, Press Releases, Storytelling, Journalism, AP Style, News Writing, Politics, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Political Campaigns, Broadcast, Feature Articles, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Newspaper, Investigative Reporting, Headline Writing, New Media, Photography, Editorial, Broadcast Journalism, Magazines, Newsletters, Web Content, Publications, Business Journalism
Education
University of Mississippi School of Journalism. 1974 — 1978
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
University of Mississippi 1973 — 1978
B.A., Journalism
TimesDaily June 2009 - Present
The Clarion-Ledger November 2006 - May 2009
The Press & Sun Bulletin January 2003 - November 2006
The Jackson Sun June 1998 - January 2003
The Valley News Dispatch July 1995 - June 1998
The Palladium-Item March 1993 - July 1995
USA Today January 1990 - March 1993
The Sun - San Bernardino July 1988 - January 1990
Skills
Newspaper, Publishing, Multimedia, Photoshop, Magazines, Proofreading, Facebook, Leadership, Newspapers, Digital Media, Media Relations, Press Releases, Research, Content Management, Digital Marketing, Publications, Public Relations, Adobe Acrobat, Interviews, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising Sales, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications
Education
Union University 1998 — 2000
BS, Organizational Leadership
Brevard Community College 1984 — 1987
AA in Communications
The Connecticut News Project
The Boston Globe March 2014 - February 2015
Boston Globe September 2011 - February 2014
The Virginian-Pilot October 2009 - August 2011
The South Florida Sun-Sentinel November 2006 - May 2009
The Jackson Sun February 2006 - May 2006
The Daily Texan June 2005 - December 2005
Skills
Breaking News, Journalism, AP Style, Newspapers, News Writing, Newspaper, Storytelling, Headline Writing, Online Journalism, Data Journalism, R
Education
Poynter Institute 2006 — 2006
Summer Fellowship for Young Journalists
The University of Texas at Austin 2001 — 2005
BA, Government
Trilogy Communications Inc. 2012 - Present
Media General, Inc. 2001 - 2011
Tampa Tribune 1997 - 2001
The Wichita Eagle 1987 - 1996
Viewdata Corporation of America October 1984 - June 1986
The Jackson Sun 1978 - 1984
Skills
Publishing, Social Media, Digital Media, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, New Media, Media Relations, Public Relations, Advertising, Marketing Strategy
Education
Harvard Business School Executive Education 1978 — 1978
Program for Management Development
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1966 — 1971
SB, Electrical Engineering
The Jackson Sun September 2014 - Present
TRADER Corporation July 2009 - April 2014
Fort Worth Star-Telegram Newspaper September 2003 - March 2009
Newbart Products, Inc March 1993 - February 2003
Databadge ID March 1989 - March 1993
Skills
Microsoft Office, Goldmine Contact..., Advertising, Salesforce.com, Sales, Newspaper, Microsoft Excel, Advertising Sales, SEO, Online Advertising, Sales Presentations, Lead Generation, Customer Satisfaction, Social Media, Newspapers, Marketing, Business Development, Cold Calling, Online Marketing, Management, Selling, New Business Development, Customer Service, Negotiation, Sales Process, SEM, B2B, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Account Management, Email Marketing, Digital Media, Sales Management, Digital Marketing
Education
John Foster Dulles High School 1978 — 1982
Houston Baptist University
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
Little Caesars February 2010 - Present
Jackson Citizen Patriot August 2005 - March 2009
The State January 2004 - July 2005
The Sun News September 2001 - December 2003
The Kansas City Star April 1995 - September 2001
Journal and Courier 1990 - 1993
The Jackson Sun January 1988 - August 1990
Skills
Business Development, Training, AP Style, Newspapers, Journalism, Editing, Press Releases, Public Relations, Facebook, Media Relations, Sports, Public Speaking, Advertising
Education
Kansas State University 1984 — 1988
BS, Journalism
Houston Methodist May 2015 - Present
Houston Chronicle May 2013 - April 2015
The Press-Enterprise October 2006 - May 2013
The Clarion-Ledger July 2003 - October 2006
The State April 2000 - July 2003
The Fayetteville Observer April 1998 - March 2000
The Jackson Sun January 1996 - May 1998
Standard News May 1994 - December 1995
Automotive Executive April 1993 - May 1994
The News-Enterprise February 1991 - April 1993
Skills
Digital Photography, Data Visualization, Video, Social Media, Google Analytics, Google Docs
Education
Miami University
B.A, English/Journalism
Chalkbeat Tennessee January 2014 - January 2015
Newspaper industry 2000 - 2014
The Jackson Sun October 2005 - December 2013
The Jackson Sun May 2000 - September 2005
WVTV-18 / WCGV- 24 October 1999 - April 2000
WBBJ TV June 1998 - August 1998
WISN ABC 12 January 1997 - May 1997
Skills
Video Editing, Photography, Writing, Creative Writing, Journalism, Editing, News Writing, Copy Editing, Breaking News, Press Releases, Storytelling, Social Media, Public Relations, Newsletters, Interviews, QuarkXPress, Video, InDesign, Social Networking, Newspapers, AP Style, Online Journalism, Proofreading, Feature Articles, Public Speaking, Blogging, Copywriting, Media Relations
Education
Marquette University 1994 — 1998
BA, Broadcast and Electronic Communication
Happinest Photo March 2007 - Present
The Journal Gazette 2004 - 2007
The Jackson Sun 2002 - 2004
Education
Union University
Bachelor of Arts, Fine Arts- Photography
- July 2008 - Present
The News & Observer January 2006 - Present
The Jackson Sun April 2003 - December 2005
Education
Wake Technical Community College 2007 — 2010
Certificate, Web Technology
Ohio University 1999 — 2003
B.S., Journalism
Bronner Brothers/Upscale Magazine August 2008 - June 2009
Freed-Hardeman University September 2007 - March 2008
Freed-Hardeman University 2004 - 2008
The Jackson Sun August 2007 - December 2007
Freed-Hardeman University September 2006 - May 2007
Skills
Event Management, Public Relations, Editing, Illustrator, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Budgets, Social Networking, Graphic Design, Event Planning, Marketing, Publishing, Higher Education, Blogging, Research, Adobe Acrobat, Videography, Creative Direction, Advertising, Public Speaking, Project Management, Social Media, Photography, InDesign
Education
Freed-Hardeman University 2004 — 2008
Sioux City Journal May 2008 - Present
The Jackson Sun March 2006 - May 2008
The Idaho Statesman September 2004 - May 2006
First NationalMerchant Solutions 2002 - 2002
Skills
Newspaper, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Online Advertising, Copy Editing, Social Media, Advertising, Blogging, Journalism, Copywriting, Public Relations, Newspaper Design, Digital Media, Newspapers, Marketing, Advertising Sales, AP Style, Facebook, Management, Sales, New Media, Media Relations, News Writing, Digital Marketing
Education
Franklin University Switzerland 1976 — 1978
Associates, International Studies
American Community School 1973 — 1975
High School Diploma
Freelance Writer October 2012 - Present
Virginia College October 2012 - June 2015
Chattanooga Times Free Press February 2011 - October 2012
The Jackson Sun June 2008 - February 2011
Guardsmark, LLC October 2007 - May 2008
Munk Center for International Relations September 2006 - August 2007
Whirlpool Corporation May 2005 - August 2006
Skills
News Writing, AP Style, Copy Editing, Blogging, Editing, Newspapers, Journalism, Storytelling, Proofreading, Creative Writing, Web Content, Investigative Reporting, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, QuarkXPress, Publications, Interviews, Press Releases, Copywriting, Newsletters, Public Relations, Magazines, Editorial, Writing, Teaching, Microsoft Office, Academic Tutoring, Educational Leadership
Education
University of Toronto 2006 — 2007
Master of Arts (MA), History/International Relations
Union University 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English/History, 4.0
USA WEEKEND Magazine January 2008 - February 2015
The Jackson Sun June 2000 - December 2007
The Greenville News June 1997 - May 2000
Skills
Newspapers, Digital Media, Publishing, Magazines, Advertising, Advertising Sales, Publications, Newspaper, Email Marketing, New Media, Online Advertising, Direct Mail, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Media Relations, Online Marketing, Copy Editing, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Copywriting, Media Planning, Newsletters, Digital Strategy, Editorial, Content Strategy, Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Circulation, Press Releases, Integrated Marketing, Strategic Planning, SEO, Journalism, Salesforce
Education
Eastern Kentucky University
BA, General Studies /Business Management
SpecPro Environmental Services LLC February 2009 - Present
Freelance August 1992 - February 2009
SOLINET 2002 - 2008
Georgia Perimeter College 2005 - 2006
University of Tennessee 2000 - 2002
The Knoxville News-Sentinel 1998 - 2001
The Jackson Sun 1994 - 1996
Skills
News Writing, Press Releases, Newsletters, Proofreading, Editing, Copy Editing, Editorial, Corporate Communications, Web Content, Publications, Feature Articles
Education
University of Tennessee College of Business 2009 — 2013
Master's degree, Human Resource Management
University of Missouri-Columbia 1996 — 1998
MA, Journalism
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 1990 — 1994
BS, Communications
Bristol Broadcasting June 2010 - Present
Paducah Area Transit System May 2007 - May 2010
WPSD-TV May 1989 - May 2007
WBBJ-TV January 1983 - January 1989
WZDQ-FM February 1982 - June 1983
WZDQ-FM January 1982 - January 1983
The Jackson Sun January 1977 - January 1978
Skills
Advertising, Press Releases, Marketing, Photoshop, Strategic Planning, Storytelling, PowerPoint, Government, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Newspaper, Market Planning, Transportation, Community Development, Profit, Adobe Director, Broadcast, Radio, Public Relations, Radio Broadcasting, Social Media, Media Relations, Editing, Public Speaking, Voice Over, Blogging, Copywriting, Social Networking, Adobe Audition, Radio Host, Broadcast Journalism, Audio Editing, Sound, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Television, Advertising Sales, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Video Production, Commercials, Broadcast Television, Journalism, Radio Producing, Radio Advertising, Microsoft Office, Video, Multimedia, Video Editing, New Media
Education
Mississippi State University 2000 — 2003
CBM, Earth Science, 4.0
Middle Tennessee State University 1977 — 1981
BS, Communications, History, Management, 3.23
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution January 1998 - Present
The Associated Press 1997 - 1998
The Birmingham News 1988 - 1997
The Jackson Sun 1986 - 1988
Skills
Newspaper, Breaking News, Ap Style, News Writing, Headline Writing, Investigative Reporting, Journalism, Photojournalism, AP Style, Newspapers, Editing, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Business Journalism, Online Journalism, Editorial, Strategic Communications, Publications, Magazines, Newspaper Design, Web Content, InCopy, Press Releases, Speech Writing, Newsletters, Blogging, Fact-checking, Media Relations, Content Strategy, Proofreading
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1984 — 1986
MA, journalism
Central College
BA, political science
Pella High School
Trinity College (Carmarthen, Wales)
Rountree Business Equipment March 2010 - Present
Hamilton-Ryker August 2000 - May 2010
Bankers Mortgage, Union City, TN February 1999 - August 2000
The Jackson Sun August 1998 - February 1999
TCF Financial January 1998 - June 1998
Bank of America, Oak Brook, IL August 1996 - January 1998
Discovery Zone January 1990 - August 1996
Education
Bethel College (TN)
Bachelor of Science, Organizational Management
Basketball Times 2012 - Present
Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook 2012 - Present
CajunRedzone.com / Louisiana.Scout.com November 2011 - Present
The Daily Advertiser December 2007 - November 2011
The Jackson Sun June 2005 - November 2010
Abilene Reporter-News August 2003 - June 2005
Skills
Blogging, Storytelling, Sports Writing, Newspaper, Copy Editing, News Writing, Feature Articles, Breaking News, Journalism, Editing, Social Media, Online Journalism, Sports, Associated Press style, Magazines, Public Relations, Facebook, Writing, Ap Style, InCopy, Headline Writing, Press Releases, Editorial, Online Publishing, Web Content, Radio Broadcasting, Video Production, Multimedia, Social Networking, Publishing, Videography, Newspaper Design, QuarkXPress, Media Relations, Digital Media, Broadcast Journalism, Broadcast, Newsletters, Newspapers, Publications, Interviews, Video Editing, Publicity, Proofreading, Creative Writing, Content Strategy, New Media, Content Management, Copywriting, Television
Education
Abilene Christian University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of arts, Print journalism
MobileNation Wireless Savings Club September 2011 - Present
Radio Shack March 2001 - January 2013
Radio Shack Corporation March 2001 - September 2011
Law Office of Leslie Fatowe/Law Office of A. Russell Larson January 2010 - May 2010
H. R. & M. Compressor, Inc August 1999 - November 2000
The Jackson Sun September 1998 - May 1999
FedEx January 1987 - June 1992
Skills
Retail Sales, Loss Prevention, Visual Merchandising, Retail, Merchandising, Store Management, Cashiering, Sales, Customer Service, Store Operations, Inventory Management, Customer Satisfaction, Management, Leadership, Sales Management, Wireless, Sales Operations
Education
The University of Memphis
Bachelor of Professional Studies, Paralegal Services
The University of Memphis
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
The Tennessean November 2014 - Present
The Jackson Sun January 2014 - November 2014
The Jackson Sun January 2013 - January 2014
The Jackson Sun September 2011 - January 2013
The Washington Times June 2011 - July 2011
Union University September 2007 - December 2010
The Lewis County Herald January 2009 - June 2009
The Washington Times August 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Editing, Research, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, English, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, HTML, Microsoft Excel, Journalism, Social Media, Press Releases, AP Style, Storytelling, Blogging, Copy Editing
Education
Union University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Communications, Journalism
Union University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor's Degree, English Literature and Creative Writing
The Jackson Sun
Skills
Public Relations, Newspapers, Advertising, Online Advertising, Editing, Social Media, Journalism, Copy Editing
Education
University of Louisville
Psychology, History, Sociology
Tribune Publishing 2011 - Present
Tribune Publishing 2008 - 2011
Orlando Sentinel 2001 - 2008
Orlando Sentinel 1999 - 2001
Orlando Sentinel 1994 - 1997
Orlando Sentinel 1991 - 1994
The Jackson Sun 1990 - 1991
Arkansas Gazette 1988 - 1990
Skills
Product Analysis, Data Analysis, Project Management, Business Intelligence, Team Leadership, Data Management, Staff Development, Content Management, Relationship Management, Editorial, Publications, Editing, Copy Editing, Management, Requirements Gathering, Proofreading, News Writing, Content Strategy, Project Planning, Web Content, Publishing, Journalism, AP Style, Blogging, Scrum, Technical Writing, Writing, Newspapers, Technical Editing
Education
University of Central Arkansas 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Broadcast Journalism
University of Central Arkansas 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies
A Healing Place Therapeutic Bodywork June 2007 - Present
Metro Public Works October 2002 - February 2013
Office of Mayor Bill Purcell September 1999 - April 2001
Georgia Lottery Corporation 1991 - 1995
State of Tennessee 1989 - 1991
Tennessee Department of Transportation 1986 - 1991
The Jackson Sun 1982 - 1986
Skills
Strategic Media..., Project Coordination, Writing & Editing, Events Coordination, Bodywork, Healing, Stress Management, Swedish, Reiki, Therapeutic Massage, Myofascial Release, Holistic Health, Neuromuscular Therapy, Pain Management, Healing Touch, Wellness, Reflexology, Cranio Sacral, Polarity Therapy, Aromatherapy, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Editing, Press Releases, Government, Public Relations, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Social Media, Strategic Communications, Community Development, Strategic Planning, Journalism, Marketing
Education
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 1979 — 1982
Bachelor of Science (BS), Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Troy State University 1978 — 1980
Self-Employed August 2015 - Present
Andover Newton Theological School April 2012 - July 2015
State of Formation May 2012 - September 2014
Dancing Mattress Productions April 2007 - December 2010
The Jackson Sun May 1999 - April 2010
Benton County NewsTribune August 1998 - May 1999
The Pacer August 1995 - May 1998
Hortense Parrish Writing Center January 1993 - March 1996
Skills
Copy Editing, Writing, Social Networking, Interfaith, Creative Writing, Editing, Proofreading, News Writing, AP Style, Press Releases, Blogging, Raiser's Edge, Social Media, Podcasting, Newsletters, Publications, Copywriting, PowerPoint, Research, Opinion Writing, HTML, Pagination, Ethics, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Religion, Journalism, Newspapers, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Storytelling, Event Planning, Public Relations, Leadership, Social Justice, Community Organizing, Zenger Miller, Difficult People, Feature Articles, Training, Advertising, Web Design, Speech Writing, Publishing, Web Content, Drupal, NetCommunity, Interviewing Skills, First Amendment, Social Media Marketing
Education
Andover Newton Theological School 2010 — 2014
None (coursework toward Master of Arts in Theological Studies), Theology/Theological Studies
Starr King School for Ministry 2011 — 2011
None (online special student)
University of Tennessee at Martin 1991 — 2009
Bachelor of University Studies, English/Philosophy, 3.65/4.0
Savant Learning Systems May 2012 - February 2014
Stanley Black and Decker May 2007 - April 2010
The Jackson Sun November 2006 - May 2007
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite CS^, Desktop Publishing, Project Management, Proofreading, Database Design, Vector Illustration, Photography, Typing 65+ WPM, Document Drafting, Blueprint Drafting, Adobe Audition, Captivate, Endnote, Filemaker Pro, Windchill, Verbal and Written..., Detail-Oriented, SAP, InDesign, Graphic Design, Dreamweaver, Logo Design, Illustrator, Photoshop, Illustration, Graphics, Posters, Magazines, Video Editing, FileMaker, Press Releases, Mac, Layout, EndNote, Brochures, Publications, Newsletters, Advertising, QuarkXPress, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Development, Image Manipulation, Art, Typography, Adobe Acrobat, Catalogs, Digital Photography, Animation, Art Direction, Flyers
Education
San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia
Business Administration
Lambuth University
Communications