The Pantagraph
Industry: Newspaper
DescriptionThe Pantagraph is a daily newspaper that serves Bloomington-Normal Illinois, along with 60 communities and eight counties in the Central Illinois area. Its headquarters are in Bloomington and it is owned by Lee Enterprises. The newspaper has an estimated 107,000 daily readers. Circulation: 30,364 Daily; 34,515 Sunday; 6,556,189 Page views (as of 30 September 2014) Sister newspapers: Herald & Review Editor: Mark Pickering Publisher: Michelle Pazar (interim) Founded: January 14, 1837 People also search for: Journal Star, Herald & Review,
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The Pantagraph Employees
EPIK November 2013 - November 2014
Borderlink April 2012 - January 2013
Interac September 2011 - March 2012
Fazolis Italian Restaurant September 2010 - July 2011
Go! Calendars, Games & Toys November 2010 - January 2011
Weed Man Ltd February 2010 - May 2010
Timber Pointe Outdoor Center May 2007 - August 2007
Timber Pointe Outdoor Center May 2006 - August 2006
Timber Pointe Outdoor Center May 2005 - August 2005
The Pantagraph January 2004 - January 2005
Education
Illinois State University 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English Education, English/Language Arts Teacher Education, B -
Heartland Community College 2003 — 2005
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies, B
Gordon Food Service November 2013 - Present
Archdiocese of Chicago 2011 - 2011
The Pantagraph September 1985 - October 2010
Artist Harold Gregor 1988 - 2010
Skills
InDesign, QuarkXPress, Mac, Adobe Acrobat, Pre-press, Graphics, Photoshop, Leadership, Layout, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Brochures, Illustrator, Catalogs, Publications, Newspapers, Newsletters, Image Editing, Magazines, Photography
Education
Illinois State University
n.a., studio arts, graphic arts and design
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Fine and Studio Arts
Monical Pizza Corporation January 2015 - Present
Monical Pizza Corporation November 2006 - January 2015
Huntsville Executive Search October 2014 - November 2014
The Nature Conservancy June 2013 - November 2013
Knox College September 2012 - June 2013
Peoria Zoo at Glen Oak Park June 2012 - June 2013
The Pantagraph August 2003 - July 2011
Skills
Biology, Conservation Biology, Conservation Issues, Field Work, Environmental Science, Research, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Habitat Restoration, Laboratory Skills, Wildlife, Ecological Restoration, Wildlife Management, Endangered Species, Wildlife Biology, Data Analysis, Microsoft Publisher, Herbicides, Animal Husbandry, Data Collection, GLP, GMP, Bacterial Culture, Microscopy, Sample Preparation, Statistics, Trimble GPS, Geocaching
Education
Knox College 2011 — 2013
Bachelor's degree of Arts, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Undergraduate
Heartland Community College 2009 — 2011
Associate of Science (A.S.), Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Undergraduate
Normal Community West High School 2005 — 2009
High School Diploma
The Pantagraph July 2014 - Present
G.L. Downs, Inc. January 2013 - July 2014
The Pantagraph December 2009 - December 2012
Wings Etc. July 2007 - December 2009
Skills
Newspaper, Ap Style, Advertising, Social Media, Facebook, Copywriting, Advertising Sales, Email Marketing, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Copy Editing, Marketing Communications, Newspapers, Digital Media, Training, Newsletters, Sales
Education
Illinois State University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communication, General
City Publications Chicago - Western Suburbs September 2008 - Present
The Pantagraph May 2005 - September 2008
Skills
Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Cold Calling, Email Marketing, Business to Business..., B2B Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, B2B, Marketing, Sales Management, Newsletters, Copywriting, Direct Mail, Account Management, Facebook, Relationship Marketing, Leadership, Lead Generation, Sales, Small Business, Direct Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Online Marketing, Advertising Sales, Online Advertising, Trade Shows, Integrated Marketing, Brand Development, Digital Marketing, Market Planning, Marketing Communications, SEM, SEO, Marketing Management
Education
Illinois State University 2001 — 2004
Bachelors, Marketing
Wheaton North High School 1998 — 2001
Illinois State University October 2013 - Present
The Pantagraph May 2013 - October 2013
WZND Student Radio, Illinois State University August 2012 - May 2013
Illinois State University August 2012 - May 2013
Starplex Cinemas May 2011 - May 2013
Illinois State University August 2010 - May 2013
Skills
Social Media, Public Speaking, Live Radio, Event Planning, Writing, Management, Radio Promotions, Radio Programming, Radio Production, Public Relations, Performance Reviews, Films Analysis, Inventory, AP Style, Facebook, Radio Producing, Media Relations, Journalism, Publicity, Copy Editing, News Writing, Broadcast Journalism, Newsletters, Radio, Customer Engagement, Twitter
Education
Illinois State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Mass Communication/Media Studies
Delta Air Lines, Inc. March 2008 - Present
Writer @ Large January 2000 - 2011
UnitedHealthcare November 2007 - February 2008
The Pantagraph January 2006 - May 2006
The Lincoln-Times News May 2005 - January 2006
Atlantic Southeast Airlines, Inc. March 2003 - May 2005
Gateway January 2000 - February 2003
Walmart June 1998 - June 1999
Skills
Inspirational Writer, Voice for the..., World Traveler, First Aid, CPR Certified, Cpr Certified, Training, Leadership, Volunteering, Conflict Resolution, Critical Thinking, Volunteer Management
Education
Grand Canyon University
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Peoria Public Library July 2014 - Present
Bloomington Public Library October 2006 - July 2014
The Pantagraph 2001 - 2006
Skills
Virtual Reference, Public Libraries, Online Research, Public Relations, Legal Research, Public Services, Collection Development, Library Instruction, Grant Writing, Library, Computer Instruction, Reader's Advisory, General Reference, Library Reference, Interlibrary Loan, Electronic Resources, Library Science, eBooks, Libraries, Information Literacy, Social Media
Education
Dominican University 2004 — 2006
MLIS, Library and Information Science
Illinois State University 1978 — 1981
Bachelor of Science, Communications
Carl Sandburg College 1976 — 1978
Associates in Science, College Transfer Program
State Farm July 2015 - Present
Wells Fargo Advisors January 2015 - April 2015
Merrill Lynch June 2014 - August 2014
John C. Purnell MD June 2013 - August 2013
The Pantagraph June 2010 - August 2012
Skills
Time Management, Leadership, Event Planning, Marketing, Financial Management..., Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Research, Teamwork, Organization, Problem Solving, Mac OS
Education
Bradley University 2011 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Economics, 3.32/4.0 GPA
COUNTRY Financial® May 2015 - Present
COUNTRY Financial® August 2014 - May 2015
Luckett & Farley January 2008 - August 2014
The Little Clinic January 2006 - January 2008
Finelight Strategic Marketing Communications May 2005 - December 2005
The Pantagraph November 2002 - April 2004
Skills
Copywriting, Graphic Design, Marketing, Advertising, Business Development, Marketing Management, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, Marketing Communications, InDesign, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Brand Development, Public Relations, Direct Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Management, Illustrator, Online Marketing, Digital Marketing, New Business Development, Brand Management, Blogging, Creative Writing, Leadership, Project Management
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2003 — 2004
Master of Science, Advertising
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Science, Integrated Marketing Communications
IUS - Here's to Beer! 2011 — 2011
Here's to Beer! and Here's to More Beer! Focused on history of European brewing, styles, techniques!
Butler Designs 2004 - Present
Crate & Barrel 2009 - 2015
Modern Postcard 2004 - 2008
The Pantagraph 1997 - 2004
Skills
InDesign, Illustrator, Layout, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Advertising, Photography, Leadership, Training, Adobe Acrobat, Social Media, Brochures, Inventory Control, Troubleshooting, Web Design, Employee Training, QuarkXPress, Mac, Graphics, Photoshop, Social Media Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, Email Marketing, Image Manipulation, Pre-press, Customer Service, Image Editing, Creative Direction, Typography, Proofreading
Education
Western Illinois University 1992 — 1997
BFA, Graphic Design, Illustration
Illinois State University
Web Design Certification
The Pantagraph February 2012 - Present
The Pantagraph October 2009 - February 2012
The Pantagraph November 2000 - September 2009
Skills
Breaking News, Ap Style, Newspaper, News Writing, Journalism, Copy Editing, Editing, QuarkXPress, Media Relations, Blogging, Publications, Facebook, Digital Media, Social Media, AP Style, Newspapers, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Proofreading, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, Headline Writing
Education
Illinois State University 1990 — 1998
Mass Communications
The Pantagraph 2007 - 2009
Morris Daily Herald March 1993 - April 2000
Skills
Newspaper, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Facebook, Digital Media, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Not-for-profit, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, Newsletters, Direct Mail, Press Releases
Education
Illinois State University 1989 — 1991
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Joliet Junior College 1987 — 1989
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Marketing/Marketing Management, General
MCHS 1975 — 1979
High School diploma
Illinois News Network December 2014 - Present
The Southern Illinoisan 2008 - June 2014
The Times August 2005 - June 2008
The Times December 2004 - August 2005
The Pantagraph October 1999 - July 2004
The Herald News February 1998 - October 1999
The Journal Star May 1989 - February 1998
The Southern Illinoisan July 1988 - May 1989
Lee Enterprises statehouse bureau January 1988 - July 1988
Skills
Newspapers, Copy Editing, Editorial, Storytelling, News Writing, Newspaper, Feature Articles, Layout, Headline Writing, Advertising, Photography, Journalism, QuarkXPress, AP Style, Breaking News, Editing, Publications, Online Journalism, Magazines, Fact-checking, Newspaper Design, Management and..., Communication (written,..., Research, Team Leadership, Firearms instruction, Firearms writing,..., Interviews, Multimedia, Social Media, Certified Firearms..., Proofreading, Web Content, Publishing, Blogging, Newsletters, Writing, Media Relations, Press Releases, Copywriting, Public Relations, Facebook, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Creative Writing, New Media, Leadership, Management, Politics
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 1987 — 1988
M.A., public affairs reporting
Illinois State University 1984 — 1987
B.S., English
Illinois Valley Community College 1982 — 1984
Associate's Degree, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Cum laude
ABI Research September 2014 - May 2015
Signature Marketing, Inc August 2011 - August 2014
The Pantagraph December 2013 - July 2014
Victory Personnel Services, Inc. March 2013 - October 2013
Illinois State University December 2010 - January 2013
Sears Portrait Studio April 2012 - August 2012
Illinois State University Campus Recreation August 2008 - October 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Editing, Adobe Creative Suite, Marketing, Photography, InDesign, Photoshop, Mac, Public Speaking, Research, PowerPoint, Facebook, HTML, Illustrator, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Graphic Design, Outlook, Interviews, Volunteer Management, Training, Digital Photography
Education
Illinois State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Photography
State Farm March 2015 - Present
Bloomington Country Club May 2007 - September 2014
Illinois Wesleyan University August 2010 - May 2014
The Pantagraph January 2007 - May 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Photoshop, Public Speaking
Education
Illinois Wesleyan University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Finance, General
Illinois Wesleyan University 2010 — 2014
Minor, Risk Management
Normal Community High School 2006 — 2010
The Pantagraph October 2014 - Present
Peru Tribune August 2013 - September 2014
The Chronicle-Tribune November 2011 - July 2013
Register-News January 2011 - November 2011
Illini Media February 2010 - December 2010
Montage Arts Journal August 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Journalism, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Editing, Press Releases, Proofreading, Facebook, Blogging, Social Media, Creative Writing, Social Networking, Copywriting, Research, Digital Media, AP Style
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2010
B.A., Rhetoric (Creative Writing)
Kankakee Community College 2006 — 2008
A.A., Speech Communications
State Universities Retirement System June 2013 - Present
The Pantagraph February 1998 - June 2013
Star Newspapers April 1996 - December 1997
The Daily Vidette January 1993 - April 1996
Skills
Copy Editing, Publications, QuarkXPress, Breaking News, News Writing, Journalism, Digital Media, Social Media, Adobe Creative Suite, Media Relations, Blogging, Video Editing, Photography, Web Content, Videography, Web Analytics, HTML, Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Sports Photography, InDesign, Sports Writing, Photojournalism, Web Design, CSS, PHP, Dreamweaver, Video, Magazines, Editing
Education
Illinois State University 1989 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communication (Journalism) and Industrial Technology (General)
And/Or Studio March 2015 - Present
Edelman June 2014 - March 2015
Edelman December 2009 - May 2014
Waterfront Media November 2007 - January 2010
HCPro, Inc. October 2005 - October 2007
The Blind Dog September 2000 - August 2004
Intermezzo Magazine January 2004 - April 2004
The Pantagraph May 2003 - August 2003
Poetry Ireland March 2003 - May 2003
Dr. Andrew Weil's Self Healing Newsletter June 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Editing, Proofreading, Digital Marketing, Storytelling, Editorial, Facebook, Newsletters, Glitter Tattoos, Copywriting, Humor, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing
Education
Boston University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature
Illinois Property Assessment Institute June 2014 - Present
American Lung Association April 2013 - May 2014
Illinois State University August 2011 - May 2013
Illinois State University Office of Sustainability August 2010 - May 2013
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency May 2012 - August 2012
First Financial Bank NA January 2011 - May 2012
WZND Student Radio, Illinois State University September 2008 - December 2010
The Pantagraph February 2010 - August 2010
WZND 2008 - 2010
Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society Museum May 2007 - December 2009
Skills
Public Relations, Public Speaking, Adobe Audition, Newsletters, Publicity, Facebook, Editing, Journalism, Social Media, Blogging, Press Releases, Copy Editing, Media Relations, Research, Adobe Creative Suite, Community Outreach, Radon Mitigation, Events Coordination, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability, Strategic Public..., Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Communications, Video Production, Multimedia, DSLR, AP Style, Web Video, After Effects, Education, Digital Marketing
Education
Illinois State University 2011 — 2013
Master's of Communication, Environmental Communication & Mass Media, Graduate Student
Illinois State University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, News Editorial Journalism
Taylor Thomas Design January 2003 - Present
The Daily Herald March 2009 - November 2012
Lee Enterprises October 2007 - March 2009
The Pantagraph July 2002 - October 2007
American Lung Association 1997 - 1998
Skills
Digital Media, Digital Marketing, Sales Management, Advertising Sales, Newspaper, Magazine Advertising, Online Marketing, Online Advertising, SEO, Training & Development, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Non-profit..., Non-profit Marketing, Sales, Marketing, Advertising, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Product Development, Lead Generation, Educational Outreach, Management, Publishing, Training, Email Marketing, Media Relations, Media Planning, SEM, Account Management, Direct Marketing, Digital Strategy, Mobile Marketing, Newspapers, New Media, Facebook, Leadership, Social Networking, Blogging
Education
Illinois Wesleyan University 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts, English
University High School 1988 — 1992
Illinois Green Party January 2014 - Present
State Farm Bank July 2013 - January 2014
Sauk Valley Media June 2011 - June 2013
Daily Journal March 2011 - June 2011
La Porte County Herald Argus February 2010 - March 2011
The Pantagraph September 2007 - January 2010
Barnes and Noble College Bookstore March 2006 - September 2007
Illinois State University- Center for the Advancement of Teaching August 2003 - August 2005
Saint Louis University August 2002 - May 2003
Skills
Writing, Creative Writing, Grammar, News Writing, Breaking News, Journalism, Research, Web Content, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook Express, Windows 7, Facebook, Twitter, Proofreading, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Newsletters, AP Style, Storytelling
Education
Illinois State University 2003 — 2005
M.A., English
Saint Louis University 1999 — 2003
B.A., English
The Pantagraph September 1981 - Present
Skills
Newspapers, AP Style, Journalism, Newspaper, Editing, Storytelling, Media Relations, Publications, Blogging, News Writing, Photography, Social Media, Layout, Digital Photography, Kayak, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Copy Editing, Breaking News, Feature Articles, Proofreading, Press Releases, QuarkXPress, Publishing, Copywriting, Photojournalism, Editorial, Newsletters, Facebook, Creative Writing, Headline Writing, Sports Photography, Online Journalism
Education
Southern Illinois University School of Law
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
Integrity Technology Solutions June 2006 - Present
The Pantagraph January 2005 - April 2015
Skills
Social Media, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Project Management, Editing, Blogging, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Leadership, Newspapers, Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Public Relations, Advertising, Public Speaking, Training, Application Servers, Microsoft Exchange, Office 365, Server Administration, Windows Server
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Ohio University College of Business, Center for Sport Administration January 2015 - Present
Mountain West Conference April 1999 - Present
NCAA and National Committees June 2004 - Present
Sportzfan Radio June 2007 - September 2013
ENSLOW PUBLISHERS January 1995 - November 2008
Missouri Valley Conference September 1993 - March 1999
The Pantagraph May 1992 - September 1993
Illinois State University August 1989 - August 1992
Illinois State University May 1991 - August 1991
TAZEWELL PUBLISHING COMPANY January 1989 - August 1989
Skills
Event Management, Advertising, Negotiation, Radio, Licensing, Leadership, Sponsorship, Sports Law, Television, Marketing, Integrity, Sports Marketing, Event Planning, Sports Management, Sponsorship Sales, Ticket Sales, Radio Broadcasting, Public Speaking, Intercollegiate..., Social Media, Athletics, Public Relations, Sports, Relationship Marketing, Digital Media, Fundraising, Media Relations, Baseball, Sponsorship Activation, Press Releases, Facebook, Broadcast, Basketball, NFL, Sports Media, Play-by-play, Professional Sports, AP Style, Scouting, Sports Writing, Football, Sports Industry, Broadcast Journalism, Publicity, Archtics, Social Media Marketing, Journalism, Social Networking, Video Production, Athletic Training
Education
Ohio University 2011 — 2013
Masters, College of Business, Sports Administration, 4.0 GPA
Illinois State University 1989 — 1992
Bachelor of Science, Department of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
United Healthcare February 2013 - Present
Humana December 2007 - March 2012
Boy Scouts of America: Rainbow Council May 2001 - August 2007
Family Video Movie Club Inc. July 1996 - March 2001
The Pantagraph April 1995 - June 1996
The Daily Journal 1992 - 1995
Skills
Leadership, Training, Fundraising, Management, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Team Building, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Social Media, Sales, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Marketing, Budgets, Leadership Development, Recruiting, Event Management, Event Planning, Human Resources, Analysis, Coaching, Nonprofits, Blogging, Staff Development, Newsletters, Community Development, Sales Operations, Policy, Interviews, Government, Retail
Education
University of San Francisco 2012 — 2012
Graduate Professional Certificate, Internet Marketing
University of Illinois Springfield 1991 — 1992
Public Administration
Illinois State University 1987 — 1991
B.S., Political Science, History
Bradley-Bourbonnais H.S. 1983 — 1987
Circulation Technicians Inc April 1998 - Present
The Arizona Republic August 1996 - March 1997
Allstates Lithograph November 1995 - August 1996
The Pantagraph December 1992 - October 1995
Skills
Newspaper, Sales, Advertising, Digital Media, Social Media Marketing, Process Improvement, Marketing, New Business Development, Email Marketing, Direct Marketing, Newspapers, Online Advertising, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, B2B, Digital Marketing
Education
Illinois State University 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Science, Public Relations, Art
Taylorville High School 1985 — 1987
Time Inc. October 2014 - Present
Condé Nast May 2014 - Present
Winstar Interactive December 2011 - May 2014
Winstar Interactive a division of Mission Media Services, Inc October 2009 - December 2011
The Tolucan Times January 2008 - October 2009
The Dallas Morning News January 2006 - May 2007
The Pantagraph May 2004 - September 2004
Skills
Digital Media, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Digital Strategy, Mobile Advertising, Mobile Marketing, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Salesforce.com, SEM, Integrated Marketing
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Science, Double Major, Business & Vocal Performance
Oklahoma City University 2001 — 2003
Musical Theater Major
The Pantagraph April 2015 - Present
Chateau Hotel and Conference Center July 2013 - Present
Randstad-Mutual Funds Dept August 2012 - June 2013
Warren County YMCA August 2011 - December 2011
Bloomington High School May 2007 - August 2011
Bloomington Parks and Rec June 2009 - July 2011
Skills
Microsoft Word, Teamwork, Time Management, Microsoft Excel
Education
Monmouth College 2008 — 2012
Communication Studies
bopi June 1991 - Present
Town of Normal 1983 - Present
The Pantagraph 1970 - 1977
Skills
Marketing Communications, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, B2B, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Public Speaking, Digital Marketing, PowerPoint, Leadership, New Business Development, Social Media, Event Management, Direct Mail, Email Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Direct Marketing, Graphic Design, Marketing Management, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Offset Printing, Newsletters
Education
Illinois State University 1970 — 1974
BS, Communications
University High School
N/A 2011 - Present
N/A October 2008 - Present
TEK Systems January 2003 - October 2008
Coldwell Banker Heart of America Realtors, Ltd. March 2001 - October 2002
The Pantagraph June 2000 - August 2000
Marquis Group, Ltd. 1993 - 1996
Skills
Editing, Writing, Graphic Design, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Research, Blogging, Training, Technical Writing, Newsletters, Web Design, Genealogy Research, Information Design, Policy and Procedure..., Business Analysis, Project Coordination, Research & Analysis, Requirements Gathering, Genealogy, Instructional Design, Social Media, Technical Communication, Software Documentation, Copywriting, Content Management, Copy Editing, Books, Technical Documentation, Proofreading, Proposal Writing, Archival Research, Content Development, Published Author, New Media, Online Research, Publishing, Freelance Writing
Education
Illinois State University 1996 — 2000
BA
National Institute for Genealogical Studies 2010 — 2014
Certificate
Heartland Community College 2003 — 2009
Certificate
College of DuPage 1995 — 1997
AA
York Community High School 1991 — 1995
Diploma
The Rodda Foundation January 2010 - Present
American Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation January 1997 - January 2010
International NetCord Foundation December 2004 - December 2009
Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy February 2005 - November 2009
Executive Administration, Inc. January 1996 - October 2009
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology January 1996 - October 2009
Public Communications Inc. January 1981 - December 1996
American Dental Association June 1971 - December 1980
Joliet Public Schools District 86 January 1969 - January 1971
The Pantagraph June 1965 - August 1970
Skills
Marketing Communications, Immunology, Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Healthcare, Public Speaking, Event Management, Grant Writing, Association Management, Nonprofits, Event Planning, Leadership Development, Program Development, Newsletters, Management
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1967 — 1971
MA, Journalism
Illinois Wesleyan University 1963 — 1967
BA, Political Science, Journalism
Plainfield High School 1959 — 1963
Mid-Illini Credit Union October 2010 - Present
Mid-Illini Credit Union July 2009 - October 2010
Marquette Group 2007 - 2009
The Pantagraph 1990 - 2006
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Marketing, Sales, Management, Public Speaking, Business Development, Customer Service, New Business Development, Account Management, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Project Management, Budgets, Leadership, Nonprofits, Recruiting, Contract Negotiation, Microsoft Excel, Training, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Writing
Education
Illinois State University 1983 — 1987
BS, English
The Pantagraph January 2013 - Present
City of Farmer City 2008 - Present
Minuteman Press 2011 - 2012
Farmer City Journal April 1995 - April 2009
Parkland College 1995 - 1996
Skills
Graphic Design, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Dreamweaver, Web Design, Logo Design, Photography, Layout, Brochures, Adobe Acrobat, Mac, Graphics, Logos, Retouching, Pre-press, Advertising, HTML, Flyers, Microsoft Office, Digital Photography, Business Cards, Print Production, Publications, PowerPoint, Newsletters, Word, Fine Art, Copywriting, Posters, Cartoons
Education
Parkland College 1993 — 1996
Associates, Visual Arts, Desktop Publishing
Parkland College 1993 — 1995
Associate's degree, Graphic Design
1st Farm Credit Services 2007 - Present
Axia College 2008 - 2010
The Pantagraph 2002 - 2007
Skills
Editing, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Microsoft Word, Newsletters
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 2001 — 2002
MA, Public Affairs Reporting
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1997 — 2001
BS, Journalism-News Editoral
Bohme, Inc December 2014 - Present
Taylor Thomas Design December 2002 - Present
Fanzz March 2014 - August 2014
Saxton Horne February 2011 - March 2014
AAF-Utah 2013 - 2014
Lee Enterprises October 2007 - May 2009
Pantagraph March 2002 - October 2007
The Pantagraph March 2000 - October 2007
The Pantagraph March 2000 - October 2007
The Pantagraph March 2000 - October 2007
Skills
Photographers, Layout, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Art Direction, Advertising, Photography, Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Magazines, Newspaper, Publications, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphics, Corporate Identity, Social Media, Creative Direction, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Brand Development, InDesign, Logo Design, Typography, Email Marketing, Branding, Online Advertising, Branding & Identity, Flyers, Art, Flash, Brochures
Education
International Fine Arts College 1994 — 1996
Associate of Arts Degree, Commercial Art/Graphic Design
Miami International University of Art and Design 1994 — 1996
Associates of Arts, Commercial Art/Graphic Design
University High School 1990 — 1994
Kewanee High School
State Farm Insurance November 2012 - Present
State Farm Insurance February 1997 - December 2012
The Pantagraph 1995 - February 1997
Osco Drug 1992 - 1995
Education
Illinois State University 1987 — 1991
BS, Communications
AM Design January 2014 - Present
The Pantagraph February 2015 - July 2015
State Farm Insurance March 2011 - January 2014
Rick McLean State Farm Insurance March 2010 - March 2011
State Farm Insurance May 2009 - September 2009
Skills
Marketing, Social Networking, Sales, Customer Service, Training, Marketing Strategy, Integrated Marketing, CRM, Market Research
Education
Illinois State University 2006 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Integrated Marketing Communications
Greenville College
U.S. Institute of Peace May 2011 - March 2014
Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission December 2005 - April 2010
U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops 1995 - 2005
Council for American Private Education November 1994 - September 1995
U.S. Representative Jill L. Long September 1992 - November 1994
U.S. Representative Terry L. Bruce May 1991 - September 1992
The Pantagraph January 1991 - May 1991
Skills
Crisis Communications, Messaging, Partnerships, Politics, Public Speaking, Leadership, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Public Affairs, Public Policy, Public Relations, Press Releases, Editing, Social Media, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Blogging
Education
University of Notre Dame 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Government & International Studies
University of Illinois Springfield 1990 — 1991
PAR, Political Journalism
Staples Business Advantage January 2013 - Present
Staples Business Advantage October 2011 - December 2012
The Pantagraph July 2007 - July 2011
Skills
B2B, Cold Calling
Education
Illinois State University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor, Political Science
Caterpillar Inc. / DSN, Inc. November 2011 - Present
Progressive Impressions International October 2007 - July 2012
The Pantagraph 2006 - 2007
Technisource 2006 - 2006
Radio Bloomington 2003 - 2005
Skills
Primavera P6, MS Project, PMP, Project Planning, Budgets, Project Management, Marketing, Analysis, Management, Access, Cross-functional Team..., Testing, PMO, Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Microsoft Project
Education
Illinois State University 1997 — 2001
BS, Public Relations
PC
Knoxville News Sentinel March 2013 - Present
One of Us, Inc. July 2001 - Present
Knoxville News Sentinel September 2010 - April 2013
Knoxville News Sentinel 2002 - September 2010
EW Scripps Company 2002 - September 2010
The Pantagraph May 1998 - August 2002
Von Maur August 1993 - December 1997
State Farm Insurance July 1991 - February 1993
Skills
Digital Media, Digital Strategy, Recruitment Advertising, Training, Newspaper, Sales, Email Marketing, Advertising, Online Advertising, SEM, Digital Marketing, Google Analytics, Mobile Marketing, Advertising Sales, Content Development, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Newspapers, B2B, Management, Google Adwords, Social Media, Media Planning, Press Releases, Television, Content Management, Marketing, Copy Editing, Account Management, New Media, Web Content, Mobile Advertising, Blogging, Customer Retention, Lead Generation, Multimedia, Salesforce.com, Social Networking, Copywriting, SEO, Facebook, Radio, Newsletters, Behavioral Targeting, Search Advertising, PPC, Web Marketing, Direct Marketing, Leadership, Marketing Communications
Education
Illinois State University 1986 — 1990
BA
Meltdown Creative Works LLC December 2013 - Present
Meltdown Graphix November 2004 - December 2013
RiotRock Collective November 2009 - July 2011
Business Builders December 2008 - June 2010
The Pantagraph 2006 - 2008
Skills
Graphic Design, Web Design, Logo Design, Screen Printing, Signs, Illustrator, Photoshop, Layout, Adobe Creative Suite, Brochures, Typography, Advertising, Posters, Pre-press, Illustration, Visual Communication, Art, Graphics, Fine Art, Painting, Photography, Creative Direction, Drawing, Brand Development, Creative Strategy, Mac, Social Media Marketing, Image Editing, Animation, Digital Printing, Packaging, Branding & Identity, Banners, Flash, Newsletters, Adobe Acrobat, Art Direction, Corporate Identity, Business Cards, T-shirts
Education
Illinois State University 2003 — 2005
Bachelors, Graphic Design
Illinois State University 1997 — 2002
Bachelors, Painting
Warbird Training Academy, LLC January 2013 - Present
Illinois State University August 2011 - May 2013
Extra Innings Franchise Company May 2011 - May 2013
Normal CornBelters May 2012 - August 2012
The Pantagraph June 2009 - August 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Design, Graphic Design, Social Media
Education
Illinois State University 2011 — 2013
M.S., Sport Management
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2007 — 2011
B.S., Advertising
Equinox October 2015 - Present
The Dallas Morning News January 2015 - Present
SMU-TV’s The Daily Update January 2014 - Present
The Daily Campus August 2013 - Present
State Farm May 2014 - August 2014
Destihl Restaurant and Brew Works March 2012 - August 2013
Central Catholic High School Student-Run Newspaper August 2011 - May 2012
The Pantagraph January 2008 - January 2012
CJ’s Restaurant and Catering July 2010 - November 2011
Skills
Creative Writing, Editing, Film Editing, Camera Skills, Copy Editing, Communication Skills, Communications Law, AP Style, Reporting, Social Media, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, iMovie, News Writing, News Anchoring, Television News, Newspapers, TV News Production, Teamwork, Leadership, Avid iNEWS, WordPress, Photography, Writing, Blogging
Education
Southern Methodist University 2012 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism, 3.7
Southern Methodist University 2012 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Journalism and English
McDonald's Corporation January 2010 - Present
The Pantagraph February 2004 - February 2010
Skills
Cisco Networking, Leadership, Management, Computer Hardware, Networking, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Telecommunications, Hardware, Microsoft Excel, Time Management, Team Building, Customer Satisfaction, Inventory Management
Education
Illinois State University 2013 — 2015
Telecommunications Management & Networking, 2.86
Heartland Community College 2010 — 2012
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies, 3.7
Town of Normal, IL 2014 - Present
Town of Normal August 1994 - Present
First of America Bank February 1989 - July 1994
The Pantagraph June 1976 - August 1987
Skills
Law Enforcement, Investigations, Police, Investigation, Firearms, Surveillance, Emergency Management, Criminal Law, Policy, Patrol, Criminal Investigations, Interrogation, Public Safety, Physical Security, Criminal Justice, Enforcement, Private Investigations, Crime Prevention, Crime Scene..., Field Training, Background Checks, Tactics, Weapons of Mass..., SWAT, Disaster Response, Incident Command, Community Policing, Taser, Criminal Intelligence, Fraud, Traffic Enforcement, AED, Self Defense, Crime Scene, First Responder, NIMS, Active Shooter, Police Officers, Homeland Security, Counterintelligence, Officer Survival, Glock, Customer Service, Leadership, Public Speaking, Crisis Management, Microsoft Office
Education
Illinois State University 1990 — 1992
Bachelor's degree, Biology, General
Illinois Central College 1988 — 1990
Associate's degree, General Studies
Western Illinois University 1987 — 1988
No degree, Biology/Biological Sciences, General
The Pantagraph December 2014 - Present
The Washington Missourian July 2013 - December 2014
Midwest Medical Supply September 2006 - September 2012
Barnes and Noble August 2007 - December 2009
Guidebook Publishing December 2004 - July 2006
Patient's First Healthcare September 2002 - November 2004
Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Organization, Efficent, Sales
Education
Ottawa University 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mathematics, 3.0
Shorter College 1999 — 2001
Mathematics and Accounting, 2.89
Georgia Highlands College 1997 — 1999
Mathematics and Accounting
Naples Daily News September 2013 - Present
Corpus Christi Caller-Times December 2009 - Present
Lucerne Valley Leader March 2008 - December 2009
Daily Press May 2005 - March 2008
The Pantagraph February 2004 - May 2005
Skills
Newspapers, AP Style, Journalism, News Writing, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Headline Writing, Editorial, Blogging, Feature Articles, Media Relations, Editing, Breaking News, Magazines, Press Releases, Web Content, Online Journalism, Publications, Proofreading, Social Media, Investigative Reporting, Video, Multimedia, Leadership, Website Promotion, SEO headlines, CMS, Pinnacle Studio, PowerPoint, InDesign, InCopy, Ebyline, Freelance budgets, Criminal Justice, Crime reporting, Sourcing, Ellington, Photography, Professional Mentoring, Current Affairs, Conducting Interviews, Career Counseling, Police Officers, Newspaper Design, New Media, Content Writing, Web Content Management, Content Management, Copywriting, QuarkXPress
Education
Illinois State University 2001 — 2003
English, English Language and Literature, General
University of Massachusetts, Amherst 1999 — 2001
Journalism
Boys and Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal October 2014 - Present
Bloomington-Normal YMCA January 2012 - October 2014
Business Builders Marketing December 2010 - January 2012
The Pantagraph May 2009 - December 2010
GROWMARK, Inc. May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Member Relations, Creative Writing, Strategic Public..., Public Speaking, Membership Development, Fundraising, Website Development, Project Management, Team Management, Advertising, Public Relations, Copywriting, Marketing, Copy Editing, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Crisis Communications, Customer Service
Education
Ball State University 2010 — 2012
Masters, Public Relations, 3.90
Truman State University 2005 — 2009
BA, Public Communication and French, Magna Cum Laude
Covatta Photography June 1991 - Present
The National Sports Daily December 1989 - June 1991
The Orange County Register June 1985 - December 1989
The State Journal-Register November 1979 - June 1985
The Pantagraph December 1977 - November 1979
Skills
Photography, Photojournalism, Portraits, Magazines, Sports, Action, Sports Photography, Event Photography, Photos, Commercial Photography, Portrait Photography, On Location, Location Photography, Studio Photography
Education
Bellarmine University
Sociology, Liberal Arts
Farnsworth Group, Inc. July 2008 - Present
The Pantagraph July 1992 - August 2008
Mid-Illinois Newspapers June 1989 - June 1992
Skills
Proposal Writing, Editing, Page design
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1985 — 1989
B.S., News-Editorial Journalism
York Community High School, Elmhurst, IL 1981 — 1985
Imagination Publishing January 2015 - Present
Consumers Digest Magazine July 2006 - January 2015
Houston Chronicle March 2001 - March 2005
The Pantagraph August 1990 - December 2000
Skills
Journalism, Copy Editing, Newspaper, Ap Style, Editorial, Editing, AP Style, Newspapers, Magazines, Storytelling, Creative Direction, Feature Articles, Web Content, News Writing, Proofreading, Publications, Press Releases, Media Relations
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1988 — 1990
Bachelors, Political Science and Journalism
Newton Community High School
Newton Community High School
The Boston Globe October 2006 - Present
Scripps Treasure Coast Newspapers 2004 - 2006
The Pantagraph 1994 - 2001
Morning Journal newspaper 1991 - 1994
Skills
Editorial, Journalism, Photojournalism, Photography, Photo Editing, Newspaper, Image Editing, Final Cut Pro, Digital Photography, Multimedia, Video Editing
Education
Ohio University 2002 — 2003
masters, VisCom; picture editing & newsroom management
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1986 — 1990
BS, Ag Communications
Northlight Studio, Inc. 1998 - Present
PSIA - AASI Professional Ski Instructors of America - American Association of Snowboard Instructors 2008 - Present
K2 Skis 2008 - Present
Kemper Insurance Company March 1988 - November 1996
Boyd Fitzgerald Photography May 1987 - March 1988
LaSalle News-Tribune May 1986 - May 1987
The Pantagraph 1986 - 1986
Skills
Photography, Editorial, Photojournalism, Food Photography, Commercial Photography, Editing, Portrait Photography, Portraits, InDesign, Digital Photography, Image Editing, Adobe Acrobat, Mac, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising, Photos, Art Direction, Marketing, Publications, Publishing, Newsletters
Education
Illinois State University 1982 — 1986
BA, Mass Communication/Photography
Lake Zurich High School
Envoy Air Inc., formerly American Eagle Airlines September 2011 - Present
Augusta Aviation, Inc. January 2011 - September 2011
Private-Pilot-License.com October 2009 - February 2011
Southern Illinois University Carbondale May 2008 - February 2011
Blue Sky Vineyards March 2010 - May 2010
Hunter Oaks Farm, LLC May 2009 - August 2009
State Farm Insurance May 2007 - August 2007
State Farm Insurance December 2006 - January 2007
Image Air May 2006 - August 2006
The Pantagraph December 1999 - August 2005
Skills
Airports, Charter, Aviation, Piloting, Airlines, Aircraft, CFI, Training, Flights, Commercial Aviation, Type Rating, Human Factors, Flight Training, Crew Resource Management, Flight Planning, Flight Safety, Federal Aviation...
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2005 — 2011
B.S. in Animal Science, A.A.S. Aviation Flight, Equine Science, Aviation Flight
Bloomington High School 2001 — 2005
College prep.
HomeSmart March 2015 - Present
State Farm January 2013 - Present
State Farm Insurance December 2007 - January 2013
The Pantagraph May 2007 - December 2007
Dick's Sporting Goods July 2005 - January 2007
Von Maur May 2001 - July 2005
Hillmans September 1989 - September 2001
Skills
CPCU, Property & Casualty..., Umbrella Insurance, Commercial Insurance, Commercial Lines, Inland Marine, Sales, Workers Compensation, Management, Underwriting, Customer Service
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1983 — 1987
BA, Criminal Justice
Marquette Group November 2014 - Present
Marquette Group April 2014 - November 2014
Marquette Group October 2012 - April 2014
The Pantagraph April 2011 - October 2012
Home Depot May 2008 - October 2012
Mendota Township High School November 2010 - February 2011
The News Tribune July 2010 - November 2010
SchoolCenter September 2009 - May 2010
Southern Illinois Miners May 2009 - September 2009
Southern Illinois University May 2008 - September 2009
Skills
Telephone Skills, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Research, Social Media, Online Marketing, Online Advertising, Multimedia, Web Design, Graphic Design, Organizational..., Time Management, Copywriting, Data Management, Microsoft Excel, Local SEO, SEO, Facebook, Customer Service, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Advertising
Education
Heartland Community College 2011 — 2014
Certificates, Web Media Designer Certificate
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2006 — 2010
BS, Advertising, Marketing
WWE March 2014 - Present
Chapman Hyperlocal Media Inc. August 2012 - June 2015
World Wrestling Entertainment June 2012 - July 2013
Englewood Edge October 2009 - August 2011
Ringling College of Art and Design January 2008 - May 2009
Bradenton Herald April 2006 - June 2008
Ringling College of Art and Design January 2008 - May 2008
The Pantagraph November 2004 - November 2005
Skills
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Illustration, Graphic Design, Web Design, Front-end Development, Character Design, Cartooning, Cartoonist, Digital Illustration, Vector Illustration, QuarkXPress, Wordpress, Wordpress Design, PHP, Cartoons, Graphics, WordPress, Art, Character Animation, Typography, Front-end, Drawing, Art Direction
Education
Ringling School of Art and Design 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Illustration
Tek Panel Inc February 2005 - June 2011
Hinsdale Little League Baseball 2004 - 2009
M & P Entertainment 1997 - June 2007
Worknet Inc March 2001 - December 2004
UNETY Systems, Inc May 2000 - February 2001
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons December 1995 - September 1999
Centex Homes June 1993 - January 1995
The Pantagraph 1991 - 1993
Skills
Business Analysis, Project Management, Agile Methodologies, Digital Publishing, Web Content Management, Web Development, Management, Ebooks, Responsive Web Design, Digital Rights..., XML, Content Delivery, epub, Amazon Kindle, Metadata Modeling, Metadata Management, Mobile Applications, Social Media Marketing, User Interface Design, CSS, E-commerce, SEO, Advertising, Online Marketing, SQL, JavaScript, Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, User Experience, Copywriting, Marketing Management, Web Applications, ASP.NET, InDesign, Branding & Identity, ASP, jQuery, IIS, VBScript, Content Management
Education
Illinois State University 1987 — 1992
English, Psychology
Chipotle Mexican Grill August 2015 - Present
Advance Language Academy November 2014 - June 2015
Ministry of Education in Andalusia, Spain October 2014 - May 2015
Ministry of Education in Extremadura, Spain October 2013 - May 2014
Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants September 2012 - September 2013
Moody Bible Institute January 2013 - May 2013
Gordmans April 2009 - August 2010
Town of Normal June 2007 - August 2007
The Pantagraph June 2002 - June 2007
Skills
Cashiering, Teamwork, Customer Service, Retail, Leadership, Team Building, Language Teaching
Education
Moody Bible Institute 2010 — 2013
Linguistics interdisciplinary TESOL, Missions and World Evangelism
Heartland Community College 2009 — 2010
General Education, Associate's Degree
Word of Life Bible Institute Argentina 2007 — 2008
Certificate in Bible and Spanish, Bible
The Pantagraph September 2013 - Present
Central Illinois Young Alumni Network at Illinois State University October 2013 - Present
Kristi Wilken Design September 2009 - Present
University Marketing and Communications May 2012 - August 2013
School of Communication at Illinois State University January 2013 - May 2013
@Midwest January 2013 - May 2013
College of Arts and Sciences July 2011 - May 2012
School of Communication Creative Services September 2009 - May 2012
University Program Board at Illinois State University September 2009 - October 2011
School of Communication COM Week 2011 August 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Graphic Design, Web Design, WordPress, Facebook, Marketing, InDesign, Logo Design, Photoshop, Illustrator, Event Planning, Newsletters, Digital Photography, Copy Editing, Social Media, Press Releases, Hootsuite, Graphics, AP Style, ArtiosCAD, Image Editing, Adobe Creative Suite, Photo Editing, Constant Contact, After Effects, Premiere, Adobe Bridge, Blogging, Advertising, Multimedia, Video Tutorials, Google Analytics
Education
Illinois State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science, Journalism—Visual Communication
CHI Health June 2007 - Present
P & C Services May 2000 - August 2007
Bergner's Department Store May 1999 - May 2001
The Pantagraph August 1995 - May 1998
Skills
Healthcare, Management, Team Building, Training, Time Management, Community Outreach, Leadership, Case Management, Grant Writing, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Nonprofits
Education
Dana College 2003 — 2007
bsw, social work
Illinois State University September 2012 - Present
YWCA McLean County January 2007 - August 2012
The Pantagraph 1996 - 2005
Heritage Enterprises 1994 - 1996
Bloomington-Normal Area Convention & Visitors Bureau 1991 - 1994
Skills
Event Planning, Social Media, Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Facebook, Market Research, Microsoft Office, Ap Style, Media Relations, Microsoft Excel, Fundraising, Press Releases, Community Outreach, Leadership, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, AP Style
Education
Illinois State University 1994 — 1996
MS, Communication
Illinois State University 1988 — 1991
BS, Public Relations
Call Newspapers-Account Executive April 2015 - Present
Photobea Photography January 2010 - May 2015
Inter-State Studio & Publishing Co. May 2014 - March 2015
The Pantagraph March 2013 - June 2014
Art Studio Assistant January 2013 - June 2014
Interstate Studio & Publishing Co. August 2013 - May 2014
Illinois High School Association (IHSA) February 2013 - January 2014
You Name It Sports Magazine November 2009 - January 2013
WJBC Radio January 2012 - December 2012
The Pantagraph November 2005 - November 2009
Skills
Art, Photography, Digital Photography, Magazines, Portraits, Weddings, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Image Editing, Painting, Portrait Photography, Photos, Event Photography, InDesign, Editing, Editorial, Illustrator, Commercial Photography, Food Photography, Social Media, Artists, Studio Photography, Wedding Photography, Sports Photography, Photojournalism, Fine Art, Journalism, Newspapers, QuarkXPress, Facebook, Publications, Mac, Layout, Adobe Creative Suite, AP Style, Blogging, Storytelling, Brochures, Multimedia, Newsletters, Video Editing, Copy Editing, News Writing, Publishing, Creative Writing, Studio Lighting, Logo Design, Environmental..., Travel Photography, Lightroom
Education
Illinois State University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Science and Arts (B.A.), Photography
Consolidated Management Company July 2013 - August 2013
CUTCO Cutlery June 2013 - August 2013
The Pantagraph January 2007 - August 2013
Skills
Research, Programming, Social Media, Microsoft Office, HTML, Microsoft Excel, Java, Windows, PowerPoint, C++, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, C
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2013 — 2016
Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Science, 3.40
Heartland Community College
Chicago Tribune March 2012 - Present
Chicago Public Media/WBEZ and Chicago News Cooperative, which published in the New York Times. April 2011 - February 2012
SouthtownStar/Sun-Times News Group 1999 - April 2011
Peoria Journal Star 1996 - 1999
The Pantagraph 1994 - 1996
Skills
Politics, Breaking News, AP Style, News Writing, Investigative Reporting, Editorial, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Ap Style, Radio, Editing, Newspapers, Publications, Press Releases, Journalism, Headline Writing, Media Relations, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, Writing, Proofreading, Newspaper
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 1995 — 1996
MA, Public Affairs Reporting
Illinois State University 1991 — 1995
BA, Communications
The Pantagraph August 2015 - Present
The Pantagraph October 2007 - Present
Monarch Visual Solutions Inc May 2004 - September 2007
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Grep, Magazine Layout Design, Flash Animation, Basic HTML, Photoshop, InDesign, Mac & PC platforms, Computer Maintenance, Computer Repair, Mac, Graphics, Social Media, Web Design, Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design, Layout, Newspapers, Magazines, Advertising, Customer Service, Brochures
Education
Illinois State University 2000 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Arts Technology
Current, newspaper of public media November 2008 - Present
Newhouse News Service April 2000 - November 2008
USA TODAY 1999 - 2000
The Kansas City Star 1988 - 1999
The Pantagraph 1983 - 1988
The News-Sun 1982 - 1983
Skills
Copy Editing, Editing, Photography, Photoshop, Interviews, Image Editing, Microsoft Word, Newspaper, Analysis, Journalism, News Writing
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1978 — 1982
Bachelor of arts, Journalism
The Pantagraph November 2001 - Present
Heartland Bank and Trust Company August 1996 - January 2001
Skills
Advertising, Editing, Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, Newspaper, Copy Editing, Newspapers, Newsletters, Facebook, Blogging, Journalism, Digital Media, Publications, Media Relations, Press Releases, News Writing, InDesign, Storytelling, Magazines, Feature Articles, Creative Writing, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media, Public Relations, SEO, Photography, Proofreading, Mac, Spacecraft, Layout, Video Editing, Brochures, Online Marketing
Education
Pensacola Christian College 1997 — 2001
B.S., Communications: Broadcasting
BP 2014 - Present
Empoderamiento -- Girls Empowerment Project 2013 - Present
Hello World Design LLC 2013 - Present
Sears Holdings Corporation July 2010 - September 2013
Caterpillar 2004 - 2009
Caterpillar 2006 - 2008
Caterpillar Investment Management Ltd. 2004 - 2006
Easter Seals 2003 - 2004
The Pantagraph 1999 - 2003
Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, Online Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Brand Management, Journalism, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, New Media, Social Media Marketing, Creative Strategy, Multi-channel Retail, Fashion Writing, Online Marketing, Facebook, Digital Strategy, Internal Communications, Strategy, Media Relations, Competitive Analysis, Creative Direction, Web Content Management, Publicity, Integrated Marketing, Advertising, Corporate Communications, Content Strategy, YouTube, Email Marketing, Blogging, Copywriting, Social Media Measurement, Brand Development, Social Networking, Google Analytics, Digital Media
Education
Illinois State University 1997 — 2000
Public Relations
Bradley University
State Farm August 2015 - Present
The Pantagraph July 2004 - August 2015
Skills
Newspapers, Advertising Sales, Advertising, Digital Media, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Online Advertising, Social Media, SEM, Facebook, Media Planning, Copywriting, Marketing Communications, SEO, Online Marketing, Digital Marketing, Copy Editing, Marketing, Sales, Public Relations, Web Design
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2000 — 2003
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism
The Pantagraph February 2012 - July 2013
Illinois State Parking and Transportation August 2007 - July 2013
CASNews August 2011 - December 2011
BrownStone Publications May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
High Organizational..., Communication Skills, Editing, Writing, Reading, AP Style, Copy Editing, Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Excel, Blogging, Journalism, Customer Service, Outlook, InDesign
Education
Illinois State University 2006 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Publishing and Journalism
Caterpillar Inc. May 2006 - Present
Caterpillar Inc. 2013 - 2015
The Pantagraph August 2001 - April 2005
Skills
Marketing Research..., Sawtooth, Vovici, SPSS, DMAIC, Six Sigma, Public Relations, Market Research, Marketing Research, Process Improvement, Analysis, Strategic Planning
Education
Illinois State University 2003 — 2008
Master of Science (M.S.), Communication, General, 3.8
Illinois State University 2001 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Public Relations/Image Management, 3.94
Illinois Central College 1999 — 2001
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Speech Communication and Rhetoric, 4.0
STATS LLC August 2015 - Present
Capital Newspapers November 2013 - July 2015
Stringing Experience October 2011 - March 2014
Major League Baseball Advanced Media (MLB.com) May 2013 - September 2013
The Pantagraph November 2011 - May 2013
USA TODAY May 2012 - August 2012
The Daily Vidette August 2009 - November 2011
Chicago Sky April 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Reporting, Writing, Interviewing Skills, Ap Style, QuarkXPress, InDesign, Media Relations, Editing, Sports, Leadership, Newspapers, News Writing, Journalism, Blogging, AP Style
Education
Illinois State University 2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Journalism
Geneva Community High School
The Pantagraph January 2007 - Present
Quad-City Times September 2005 - January 2007
Education
University of Iowa 1992 — 1994
BA, Journalism, American History
Rush University Medical Center July 2014 - Present
Rush University Medical Center July 2008 - June 2014
Ruth M. Rothstein CORE Center July 2008 - October 2008
Rush University Medical Center March 2006 - July 2008
Rush University Medical Center September 2004 - March 2006
Illinois Wesleyan University Magazine May 2002 - March 2004
The Pantagraph 2003 - 2003
Skills
Development..., Donor Communication, Publications, Web Content, Editing, Copy Editing, Newsletters, AP Style, Content Management, Magazines, Strategic Planning, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Facebook, Social Media, Interviews, Donor Engagement, Feature Articles, Higher Education
Education
DePaul University 2006 — 2009
MA, Writing
Illinois Wesleyan University 2000 — 2004
BA, English-writing
Caterpillar Inc. September 2014 - Present
Caterpillar Inc. February 2012 - September 2014
First Site, Ltd. January 2011 - February 2012
The Jennings Law Firm July 2008 - January 2011
Advanced Rehab and Sports Medicine May 2007 - July 2008
The Pantagraph November 2003 - June 2007
Afni January 2006 - May 2007
Skills
Accounts Payable, Accounting, General Ledger, Account Reconciliation, Accounts Receivable, Financial Reporting, Journal Entries, Financial Accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Writing, Mass Communication, Financial Analysis, Research, Presentations, Human Resources, Invoicing, Finance, Payments, Financial Statements, Expenses, Spreadsheets, Cash Flow, GAAP, Lotus Notes, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Payroll, Customer Service, Superior Client Service, Change Management, Organizational Behavior, Analysis, Inventory Management, Process Improvement
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management 2009 — 2011
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, Human Resource Management
Illinois State University 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, English
Riverfront Times June 2015 - Present
The Pantagraph September 2014 - March 2015
Missourian Publishing Company August 2012 - September 2014
St Louis Post Dispatch August 2006 - August 2012
The Times May 2001 - July 2006
Post-Tribune May 1994 - September 1998
Skills
Advertising, Graphic Design, Marketing Communications, Newspaper, Social Media, Direct Mail, Photoshop, Online Advertising, Newspapers, Publishing, Logo Design, Digital Media, Advertising Sales, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Public Relations, Newsletters, Online Marketing, Digital Marketing, Blogging, New Media, Media Planning, Publications, Multimedia, Copy Editing, Copywriting, AP Style, Journalism, Media Relations, Press Releases, Magazines, Editorial, Digital Strategy, Facebook, Audience Development, Marketing Strategy, Direct Marketing, Marketing, Social Networking, SEO, SEM
Education
Purdue University Calumet 1985 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies with minor in theater
BNI 1981 — 1985
University of Illinois August 2010 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign September 2007 - August 2010
The Associated Press September 2002 - September 2007
The Pantagraph July 1978 - May 2002
Canton Daily Ledger 1977 - 1978
Skills
Journalism, Editing, News Writing, Media Relations, Copywriting, Feature Articles, Publications, Online Journalism, Storytelling, Breaking News, Press Releases, Editorial, Broadcast Journalism, Web Content, Newsletters, New Media, Fact-checking
Education
Illinois State University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Journalism
Western Illinois University
Bloomington Public Library February 2008 - Present
Illinois Shakespeare Festival May 2011 - August 2012
The Pantagraph November 1995 - March 2008
Education
Illinois State University
Bachelor of Science, Mass Communication
YWCA McLean County December 2013 — Present
OSF St. Joseph Medical Center May 2008 — November 2013
You Name It Sports magazine June 2003 — November 2008
StarNet Digital Publishing September 2002 — May 2008
Prairie Air Show, Inc January 2001 — August 2007
The Pantagraph August 2001 — August 2002
Skills
B2B, InDesign, Advertising, Press Releases, Media Relations, QuarkXPress, Corporate Communications, Public Relations, Event Planning, Photography, Layout, Mac, Pre-press, Flyers, Digital Printing, Adobe Creative Suite, Newsletters, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Publishing, Magazines, Graphic Design, Creative Direction, Marketing Communications, Editing, Social Media, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Internal Communications, Social Networking, Writing
Education
Illinois State University 1999 — 2001
B.A, Communications; Public Relations
Heartland Community College ... — 1999
A.A, General studies; Journalism
The John Buck Company July 2010 - Present
Common Goal Systems December 2009 - June 2010
The Pantagraph May 2008 - December 2009
Ampride Communications June 2008 - June 2009
BroMenn Healthcare February 2008 - May 2008
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Event Management, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Project Management, Editing, Journalism, Budgets, Press Releases, Adobe Design Programs, Newsletters, Corporate Real Estate, Property Management, Email Marketing, Photoshop, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Real Estate, Account Management, Strategic Planning, Commercial Real Estate
Education
Illnois State University 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
Moraine Valley Community College 2004 — 2006
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Communication, General
Foley & Lardner LLP September 2015 - Present
SEFA - Supply & Equipment Foodservice Alliance, Inc. March 2011 - September 2015
Chicago Sky December 2009 - January 2011
Chicago Sky May 2009 - October 2009
Illinois State University January 2008 - May 2009
The Pantagraph August 2007 - May 2009
Illinois Secretary of State 2006 - 2007
Skills
Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Social Media, Facebook, Media Relations, Video, Newsletters, Web Content Management, Public Relations, Editing, Marketing, Social Networking, Web Content, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Content Development, Feature Articles, Social Media Strategist, Publications, Marketing Communications, Digital Media, Writing, Social Media Consulting, Online Marketing, Time Management, Website Building
Education
Illinois State University 2007 — 2009
Master of Science, Public Relations
Illinois State University 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
Derek Brigham Graphic Design 1988 - Present
Dragon Door Publications 1998 - Present
Country Financial 1987 - 1991
The Pantagraph 1985 - 1987
Skills
Direct Mail, Newsletters, Brochures, Layout, Illustrator, Web Design, Creative Direction, Graphics, Illustration, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Catalogs, Logo Design, Corporate Identity, Art, Multimedia, Adobe Creative Suite, Books, Social Networking, Graphic Design, Social Media, Copywriting, Blogging, Publishing, WordPress, Brand Development, Magazines, Website Development, Marketing Strategy, Editorial, Marketing, Corporate Branding, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Web Content, Creative Strategy, InDesign, SEO, Content Management, Facebook, Packaging, Mac, Publications, Photography, Dreamweaver, Editing, Press Releases, CMS, Campaigns
Education
Illinois State University 1983 — 1985
B.S., Fine art, Biology
The Islander News June 2012 - Present
The Pantagraph 1999 - 2004
Skills
Ap Style, Journalism, Newspaper, News Writing, Breaking News, Copy Editing, Newspapers, Editing, Publications, Blogging, Newsletters, Media Relations, Layout, Photoshop, Feature Articles, Headline Writing, Storytelling, Copywriting, Proofreading, Creative Writing, Press Releases, Publishing, QuarkXPress, Facebook, AP Style, Fact-checking, Digital Media, Freelance Writing
Education
Illinois State University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communication
The Heller Stores July 2014 - Present
Illinois Fusion August 2008 - Present
The Pantagraph September 2008 - July 2014
Skills
Marketing, Facebook, Digital Media, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Account Management, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, SEM, SEO, Microsoft Office, Sales, Cold Calling, Fundraising, Email Marketing, Advertising Sales
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2003 — 2007
Bachelor, Marketing
TripAdvisor March 2014 - Present
TripAdvisor June 2011 - March 2014
Custom Learning Designs November 2010 - June 2011
International Art Collector Magazines November 2009 - June 2010
The Arizona Republic June 2007 - November 2009
Achieve Program January 2007 - May 2007
The Daily Egyptian August 2003 - December 2006
State Farm Insurance Co May 2006 - August 2006
St. Louis Post-Dispatch January 2006 - May 2006
The Pantagraph May 2005 - August 2005
Skills
QuarkXPress, Ap Style, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Journalism, Corporate Communications, Pre-press, Microsoft Office, FileMaker, CMYK, Editing, Layout, Newsletters, Email Marketing, Advertising, Brochures, Copy Editing, InDesign, Copywriting, Blogging, Marketing, Desktop Publishing, Publishing, Adobe Acrobat
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2003 — 2007
B.S., Journalism
The Lincoln Courier May 2015 - Present
Afni, Inc. February 2015 - May 2015
The Lincoln Courier March 2012 - February 2015
The News-Gazette August 1989 - January 2012
The Pantagraph May 1986 - December 1988
Skills
Customer Experience, Sales Management, Community Relations, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Loyalty Marketing, Graphic Design, Newspaper, Copy Editing, Building Customer..., Call Center Development, Promotions, Building Relationships, Call Center, Outside Sales, Goal-driven leader, Digital Marketing, Community Development, Sales, Public Relations, Advertising, Management, Customer Service, Call Centers, Newspapers, Training, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Copywriting, Advertising Sales, Social Media, Team Building, Customer Retention, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, SEO, Internal Communications, Publishing, Cold Calling, Customer Satisfaction, Editing, Facebook, Press Releases, Account Management, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Multimedia, Time Management, Blogging
Education
Parkland College 1982 — 1984
Associates
Champaign Central HIgh School 1977 — 1981
Diploma
Schnuck Markets, Inc. August 2014 - Present
the American passion play March 2014 - Present
Meijer July 2012 - June 2014
Afni October 2010 - July 2012
The Pantagraph January 2008 - June 2010
Centrax Corporation March 2007 - December 2007
CherryOne Web March 2007 - April 2007
Skills
Graphic Design, Cake Decorating, Cupcakes, Website Building, Digital Media, Photography, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Wilton, Wedding Cakes, Card Making, Birthdays, Storyboarding
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 2005 — 2007
Freelance writer October 2012 - Present
Aspire February 2010 - September 2012
Daily Southtown July 2000 - October 2002
The Pantagraph July 1998 - July 2000
Wednesday Journal, Inc. November 1994 - August 1997
Press Publications 1994 - 1994
Skills
Ap Style, Storytelling, Newspaper, Feature Articles, AP Style, Newsletters, Media Relations, Press Releases, Newspapers, News Writing, Journalism, Breaking News, Publications, Copy Editing, Online Journalism, Web Content, Editing, Fact-checking, Editorial, Magazines, Freelance Writing, Writing, Proofreading
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 1997 — 1998
Masters, Public Affairs Reporting
Boston University 1988 — 1991
Bachelor's, Journalism
Quinn Emanuel October 2010 - Present
Irell & Manella October 2007 - September 2010
Mayer Brown June 2006 - September 2006
Americans United for Separation of Church and State June 2005 - September 2005
Kirkland & Ellis LLP October 2003 - August 2004
Illinois Wesleyan University January 2000 - May 2003
Pioneer Hybrid Seed 1999 - 2003
The Pantagraph 1991 - 1999
Skills
Trade Secrets, Patent Litigation, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Business Litigation, Litigation, Trials, Trademarks, Courts, Intellectual Property, Corporate Law, Legal Research, Arbitration, Legal Writing
Education
Yale Law School 2004 — 2007
J.D., Law
Illinois Wesleyan University 1999 — 2003
B.A., English, Religion/Philosophy
Illinois State University July 2007 - Present
Herald & Review 2005 - 2007
The Pantagraph 2004 - 2005
Skills
Facebook, Newspaper, Marketing Communications, Portrait Photography, Digital Photography, Event photography, Lightroom, Studio Lighting, Photoshop, Mac, Sports Photography, Photojournalism, Marketing, Photography, Event Photography, Social Media, Ap Style, AP Style, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising, Art, Blogging, Brochures, Editing, Layout, Magazines, Multimedia, Newsletters, Newspapers, Public Speaking, Storytelling
Education
Illinois State University 2002 — 2004
Bachelors of Science, Mass Communication, Art, Public Relations
The Pantagraph Limited lifestyle magazine editorThe PantagraphOctober 2013 - Present
The Pantagraph January 2002 - Present
Lee Enterprises 1981 - Present
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science, Communication
The Pantagraph December 2013 - November 2014
Corridor Business Journal April 2011 - December 2013
The Ottumwa Courier March 2009 - April 2011
The Des Moines Register August 2008 - January 2009
The (Cedar Rapids) Gazette May 2008 - August 2008
Iowa State Daily 2007 - 2008
Skills
Business Journalism, Ap Style, Newspapers, Journalism, AP Style, Editing, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Breaking News, Strategic Communications, Drafting Press Releases, Headline Writing, News Writing, InCopy
Education
Iowa State University 2004 — 2008
bachelors, journalism and mass communication, sociology
Electrolux January 2011 - June 2014
The Pantagraph November 2008 - December 2010
The Buzz November 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Graphics, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Layout, InDesign, Illustrator, Logo Design, Brochures, Packaging, Corporate Identity, Concept Development, Illustration, Posters, Phlebotomy, Art Direction, Typography, Creative Direction, Web Design
Education
Central Piedmont Community College 2014 — 2016
Medical Lab Technology
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2004 — 2008
BFA in Graphic Design, Graphic Design
State Farm Insurance Companies 1997 - Present
Community Players, Inc. September 1975 - December 2011
Community Players September 1975 - January 2010
Heartland Stamp & Scrapbook Sho 2002 - 2004
Kids2Go February 1994 - November 1996
GTE Directories, Inc. June 1992 - February 1994
The Pantagraph May 1988 - May 1992
Skills
Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Editing, Dreamweaver, Marketing, Media Relations, Fundraising, Training, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Advertising, Sales, Time Management, Coaching, Social Networking, Social Media, Facebook, Public Relations, Event Planning, Dreamweaver CS5, Six Sigma
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 2000 — 2005
B.A., Liberal Studies
Illinois State University 1983 — 1985
none, Paralegalism, Business
Illiois Wesleyan University 1974 — 1974
none, general studies
The Pantagraph 2012 - Present
COUNTRY Financial 2006 - Present
COUNTRY Financial May 1995 - October 2006
Skills
Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Risk Management, Insurance, Project Management, Term Life Insurance, Program Management, Financial Services, Business Analysis, Disaster Recovery, Analysis, Customer Service, Process Improvement, Account Management, Administration, Change Management, Business Planning, CRM, Financial Analysis, Leadership, Long Term Care Insurance, Management, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Performance Management, PowerPoint, Project Planning, Sales, Sales Management, Security, SharePoint, Small Business, Software Documentation, Strategy, Team Building, Training, Visio, Web Development, Windows
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2005 — 2007
BA
William Jewell College 1983 — 1985
Political Science
Solon High School 1977 — 1980
Butler Eagle January 2012 - Present
Chicago Tribune December 2006 - August 2008
Chicago Tribune December 2006 - August 2008
Houston Chronicle May 2004 - December 2006
The Pantagraph 1985 - 2004
Leader-Times, Kittanning PA 1982 - 1985
Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Headline Writing, Newspapers, News Writing, Storytelling, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Publications, Editorial, Proofreading, Web Content, Newsletters, Press Releases, Blogging, Publishing, Copywriting, Creative Writing, InCopy, Media Relations, Content Management
Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania 1975 — 1979
BA, Journalism
State Farm Agent October 2008 - Present
The Pantagraph February 2007 - June 2008
Education
Illinois State University 2003 — 2007
Bachelors, Marketing and Sales
Mid-Illini Credit Union December 2013 - Present
The Pantagraph October 2007 - July 2008
The Pantagraph August 2006 - October 2007
Skills
Customer Service, Customer Retention, Proofreading, Electronics, Graphic Design, iPhone, Internet, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Social Networking, Problem Solving, Writing, Windows, Creative Writing, Mac OS X, YouTube, Advertising, Sales, Marketing, Copywriting, Telephone Skills, Facebook, Outlook, Data Entry, Banking, Consumer Lending, Cross Selling, Customer Satisfaction, Loans, Editing
Education
Eastern Illinois University
Clinton High School
Diploma
The Pantagraph October 2008 - Present
Hartland Mortgage Centers March 1998 - March 2004
GTE January 1988 - January 1998
Skills
Social Media, Cold Calling, Newspaper, AP Style, Advertising, Public Relations, Newspapers, Copywriting, Email Marketing, Facebook, Digital Media, Social Media Marketing, Advertising Sales, Media Relations
Education
Lincoln College
Ally Automotive Dealer Products and Services March 2005 - Present
General Motors Protection Plan November 2003 - March 2005
The Pantagraph April 1993 - February 1998
Skills
Automotive, Strategic Planning, Advertising, Management, Sales Operations, Training, Product Development, Inventory Management, Marketing Communications, Event Management, Coaching, Operations Management, Analysis, Recruiting, Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Extended Warranty, Process Improvement, Team Building
Education
Illinois State University 1988 — 1997
Bachelor of Science degree, English
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution June 2010 - Present
The News Tribune July 1998 - May 2010
The Pantagraph 1994 - 1998
Bristol Herald Courier 1989 - 1992
The LaFollette Press 1987 - 1989
Skills
Computer-assisted..., Investigative Reporting, Breaking News, Newspaper, Headline Writing, Journalism, Storytelling, Ap Style, Copy Editing, News Writing, Online Journalism, Editing, Web Content, Blogging, Editorial, InCopy, Publications, Business News, Beat Reporting, Political Reporting
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1992 — 1994
MA, Journalism
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 1983 — 1987
BS, Journalism
State Farm Insurance January 2007 - Present
State Farm Bank November 2005 - January 2007
State Farm Insurance November 2000 - May 2003
The Pantagraph January 1997 - January 1998
Boy Scouts of America: WD Boyce Council in Peoria, Illinois February 1996 - January 1998
Skills
Training & Development, Group Presentations, Accident Investigation, Property & Casualty..., Claim, Liability, Insurance, Legal Liability, Casualty, General Insurance, Life Insurance, Customer Service, Policy, Employee Training, Subrogation, Training, Homeowners
Education
Illinois State University 1991 — 1995
BS, History and Political Science
Illinois Valley Community College 1989 — 1991
Hall High School 1985 — 1989
The Pantagraph 1999 - Present
Suburban Journals of St. Charles and Warren Counties (Mo.) 1997 - 1999
Jacksonville Journal-Courier (Ill.) 1992 - 1995
Skills
Ap Style, Copy Editing, Journalism, News Writing, Breaking News, Editing, Publications, Media Relations
Education
Eastern Illinois University
Bachelor of arts, News-editorial journalism
JHS
Lincoln Land Community College (Ill.)
Associate of arts
Northern Illinois University
City of Naperville July 2014 - Present
The Pantagraph August 2013 - July 2014
Best Buy June 2013 - June 2014
Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen May 2013 - June 2013
The News-Gazette Company Piatt County Journal-Republican February 2008 - May 2012
Skills
Copy Editing, Editing, QuarkXPress, Writing, Press Releases, InDesign, Photoshop, Community Relations, Journalism, Newspaper, Microsoft Office, News Writing, Editorial, Newspapers, Publications, Feature Articles
Education
Northern Illinois University
Master's Degree, Public Administration
Illinois Central College 2013 — 2013
EMT-Basic License, EMT-Basic
Heartland Community College
None, Business/Managerial Economics
Western Illinois University 2005 — 2007
BA, Journalism
Heartland Community College 2003 — 2005
Associates, General Studies
Chestnut Health Systems August 2012 - Present
The Pantagraph March 1990 - July 2011
Skills
Marketing Communications, Newspapers, Advertising, Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, Newsletters, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Golf Digest Magazine April 1984 - Present
The Pantagraph May 1981 - March 1984
Skills
Research, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Editing
Education
Illinois State University 1977 — 1981
Bachelor of Science (BS), English, 3.0
Exelon August 2014 - Present
COUNTRY Financial® July 2013 - July 2014
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2011 - July 2013
COUNTRY Financial 2006 - 2010
The Pantagraph 2005 - 2006
The Bryan-College Station Eagle 2003 - 2005
Skills
Insurance, Leadership, Project Management, Internal Communications, Strategic Communications, Program Management, Training, Public Relations, Management, Public Speaking
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1999 — 2002
Bachelor's, Journalism
The Pantagraph
Skills
Newspapers, AP Style, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Journalism, Breaking News, Editing, News Writing, Online Journalism, Publications
Education
Northern Illinois University
Bloomington District 87/Bloomington High School August 2012 - Present
The Pantagraph January 2012 - June 2012
Lee County School District August 2005 - December 2011
The Pantagraph October 1999 - November 2004
Skills
Writing, Editing, Public Speaking, Research, Social Media, Teaching, Proofreading, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Advertising, Journalism, Newsletters, Creative Writing, Publications, AP Style
Education
Illinois State University 2014 — 2018
Master’s Degree, Special Education and Teaching
University of Missouri-Columbia 1995 — 1999
Bachelor’s Degree, Journalism
Illinois State University January 2011 - Present
The Pantagraph July 2008 - February 2014
Holder Publishing Company May 1999 - May 2001
Skills
AP Style, Copy Editing, Newspapers, Editing, Newsletters, Publications, Proofreading, QuarkXPress, Event Planning, Research, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
Education
Illinois State University 1998 — 1999
Bachelor's Degree, Mass Communication - Print Journalism sequence
Illinois State University 1994 — 1995
Master's Degree, History
Illinois State University 1991 — 1993
Bachelor of Science (BS), History
Gerber Collision & Glass December 2007 - Present
CareerBuilder.com 2005 - 2006
The Pantagraph 2002 - 2005
Education
Illinois Wesleyan University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts, English
Dave's Supermarkets May 2006 - August 2011
First Presbyterian Church of Fairbury, IL September 2010 - July 2011
The Pantagraph May 2004 - July 2008
Education
Eureka College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts, Communication
Heartland Community College 2009 — 2010
Associate in Art, General Education
The Pantagraph July 2012 - February 2015
Lee Enterprises July 2012 - February 2015
The NewsTribune August 2010 - July 2012
Miller Group Media August 2010 - July 2012
Chicago Tribune Media Group 2005 - 2009
Skills
Advertising, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Newspapers, Facebook, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Digital Media, Advertising Sales, Blogging, Public Relations, Marketing, Media Relations, Marketing Strategy, AP Style, Journalism, Copy Editing, Editing, Copywriting, Web Design, Web Analytics, Web Development, Web Marketing, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Sales, Digital Marketing, Photoshop, Cold Calling, Customer Service, Account Management, B2B, Online Marketing, SEO, Google Analytics, Publishing, Newsletters, Publications, QuarkXPress, Creative Writing, Photography, Mac, YouTube, SEM, Press Releases, Web Content, Web Content Management, Social Networking
Education
Brookline College-Phoenix 2010 — 2011
Legal Studies, General
Illinois Valley Community College 2001 — 2003
General Studies
Bloomington Country Club May 2008 - August 2012
The Pantagraph January 2006 - December 2010
Education
Illinois Wesleyan University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Finance, General
School August 2011 - Present
QJHS August 2007 - May 2011
Quincy Herald-Whig April 2000 - July 2007
The Pantagraph December 1992 - March 2000
Education
Quincy University 2011 — 2015
Quincy University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Elementary Education and Teaching
Illinois State University 1991 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism