Experience
Midcontinent Communications  July 2012 - Present
Yellowbook  September 2006 - May 2012
Argus Leader   May 2004 - December 2005
City of Sioux Falls  2002 - 2003

Skills
Account Management, Sales, Direct Sales, Cold Calling, Marketing, Lead Generation, Sales Management, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, B2B, Customer Service, New Business Development, Online Advertising, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Sales Presentations, Selling, Salesforce.com, Customer Satisfaction, Online Marketing, Advertising Sales, Public Relations, Social Networking, Direct Marketing, Strategic Planning, Coaching, Facebook, Trade Shows, Sales Process, SEO, Event Management, Copywriting, Media Relations, Event Planning, Market Planning, Leadership, Direct Mail, SEM, Customer Retention, Team Building, Small Business

Education
South Dakota State University   1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management

Beresford High School

Beresford High School

Experience
Argus Leader   June 2015 - Present
KELO-TV  February 2013 - February 2015
KELO-TV  November 2012 - February 2013
SiouxEmpireSports.com   August 2012 - February 2013
Backyard Broadcasting  2010 - 2012
Coyote Radio  August 2010 - May 2011
Coyote Radio  January 2009 - January 2010
BarracudaFantasySports.com   September 2007 - January 2009
Colonial Mortgage & Investment   January 2004 - January 2007
Thomas Kinkade Art Gallery   January 1999 - January 2001

Skills
Broadcast, Adobe Audition, Audio Editing, Storytelling, Editing, Voice Over, Play-by-play, Facebook, Audio Post Production, Digital Audio, Broadcast Journalism, Microsoft Word, Final Cut Pro, Microphones, Meridix, Analysis, Radio Producing, Edius, Teleprompter, Radio, Video Editing, Radio Broadcasting, Microsoft Excel, Sports Writing, Video, Television, Journalism, Video Production, Radio Host, Broadcast Television, Press Releases, Photoshop, Photography, Digital Photography, Social Media, News Writing, Management, Digital Media, Creative Writing, Writing, New Media, Social Media Marketing, Twitter, Instagram, Copy Editing

Education
The University of South Dakota   2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Contemporary Media/Journalism

St. Paul’s Preparatory Academy   1997 — 1999
High School Diploma, High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates

Experience
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buena Vista County   October 2013 - Present
Military Family Home Loans, LLC.   July 2012 - October 2013
Military Family Home Loans  May 2011 - July 2012
2009 College   February 2009 - May 2011
Iowa State Daily  January 2009 - May 2011
Argus Leader   May 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Sales, Management, Social Media, Sales Management, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Social Networking, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, Training, Analysis, Account Management, Marketing, Loans, Social Media Marketing

Education
College of LAS   2007 — 2011
BA, Speech Communication and Communication Studies

Iowa State University   2007 — 2011
LAS, Speech Communication, Communication Stuides, International Studies

Iowa State University   2007 — 2011
BA, Speech Communications

Experience
Hastings Entertainment  November 2011 - January 2015
Argus Leader   June 2011 - August 2011
Volante, University of South Dakota   September 2007 - January 2011
Volante, University of South Dakota   January 2010 - December 2010
Scripps Howard Foundation Wire  June 2010 - August 2010
Rapid City Journal  May 2009 - August 2009
Watertown Public Opinion  June 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Editing, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Journalism, Breaking News, Newspaper, InDesign, News Writing, Final Cut Pro, Social Media, Photography, Wordpress, Creative Writing, Microsoft Office, InCopy, Twitter, Tumblr, Blogging

Education
The University of South Dakota   2007 — 2011
BA, Contemporary Media and Journalism, Women's Studies

Yankton High School   2003 — 2007
High School

Experience
Argus Leader   December 2012 - Present
Delta Air Lines/ Regional Elite   May 2009 - April 2012

Skills
Human Resources, Coaching, Training, Customer Service, Leadership Development, Aviation Security, Performance Management, Project Management, Fitness, Social Networking, Team Building, Staff Development, Account Management, Event Planning, Employee Training, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Management

Education
Bellevue University   2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Experience
Iowa State Daily  August 2015 - Present
The Des Moines Register  May 2015 - Present
Iowa State Daily  August 2014 - Present
Iowa State Daily  September 2012 - April 2015
Argus Leader   May 2014 - August 2014
Network Against Human Trafficking   September 2013 - December 2013

Skills
Newspapers, Breaking News, News Writing, AP Style, Journalism, Feature Articles, Facebook, Storytelling, Online Journalism, Investigative Reporting, InCopy, Public Speaking, Social Media, Twitter, Social Networking, Publications, Writing

Education
Iowa State University   2012 — 2016
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

Iowa State University

Experience
Rapid City Journal  February 2015 - Present
Black Hills State University  July 2014 - Present
Black Hills State University  July 2014 - Present
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mitchell Area   October 2013 - July 2014
Mitchell Main Street & Beyond   April 2013 - July 2014
Dakota Wesleyan University  September 2012 - May 2013
Forum Communications  July 2009 - April 2012
Argus Leader   June 2007 - June 2009

Skills
Newsletters, Journalism, Editing, Public Relations, Social Media, News Writing, Newspapers, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Event Management, Video Editing, Sports, AP Style, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Feature Articles, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking

Education
South Dakota State University Graduate School   2009 — 2013
Master's of Science in Mass Communications, Journalism

South Dakota State University   2003 — 2007
Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communications, Journalism

2015 Leadership Spearfish

Experience
Souutheast technical Institute   January 2013 - Present
Argus Leader   June 2012 - October 2012
TAK Communications I.N.C.   June 2011 - August 2011
Choice Meats Inc   March 2003 - June 2007

Skills
Sales, Direct Sales, Customer Service, People-oriented, Goal Oriented, Teamwork, Driving License, Work Well Independently, fast learner, Enjoy New Challenges, Cold Calling, Customer Satisfaction

Education
Southeast Technical Institute   2013 — 2015
Associate's Degree, Marketing/sales, 3.9 G.P.A.

Experience
Wichita State University  July 2013 - Present
South Dakota State University  May 2005 - June 2013
University of Oklahoma  August 2002 - May 2005
Purdue University  August 2000 - May 2002
University of Iowa  1997 - 2000
Minnesota State University, Mankato  1995 - 1997
Daktronics  1995 - 1996
Jim Beddow for Governor   1993 - 1994
The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead  1992 - 1993
Argus Leader   1990 - 1992

Skills
Media Relations, Video Production, Journalism, Public Relations, Academic Administration, Speech Writing, Editorial, Higher Education, Newsletters, Publications, Copy Editing, Social Media, Politics, Teaching, Editing, InDesign, Final Cut Pro, Public Speaking, Sports, New Media, Social Media Marketing

Education
University of Iowa   1997 — 2000
Ph.D., Mass Communication (Public Relations Specialization)

Minnesota State University, Mankato   1995 — 1997
M.A., History

South Dakota State University
B.S., History

Experience
Southeast Technical Institute  June 2014 - Present
Siouxland RSVP   December 2010 - June 2014
March of Dimes  January 2007 - December 2010
Argus Leader   2003 - 2004
Founders Trust National Bank   2000 - 2002

Skills
Volunteer Management, Volunteer Recruiting, Grant Writing, Grant Administration, Grant Preparation, Grant Monitoring, Federal Grants..., Volunteer Training, Consulting, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Networking, Nonprofits, Event Management, Public Relations, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Training, Leadership

Education
University of Sioux Falls   2013 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Management, Business/Public Affairs

Southeast Technical Institute   2000 — 2002
Associates, Business Administration

Southeast Technical Institute   2000 — 2002
Associate's degree, Business Administration

Experience
Southeast Technical Institute  July 2008 - Present
Western Commercial Printing   2003 - 2008
Argus Leader   1998 - 2001

Skills
Graphic Design, Supervisory Skills, Time Management, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising, Logo Design, Mac, Graphics, Layout, Dreamweaver

Education
University of Sioux Falls   2005 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business Management

Southeast Technical Institute   1996 — 1998
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Graphic Communication

Experience
North Central Florida Coalition for the Homeless and Hungry   May 2014 - Present
U-Haul International, Inc.   July 2011 - July 2013
World Picture News  April 2006 - July 2008
Argus Leader   December 2005 - March 2007
The Record- Eagle Newspaper   March 2005 - November 2005
The Gazette  August 2004 - January 2005
Gainesville Sun  September 2003 - January 2004

Skills
Journalism, Newspaper, New Media, Video, Multimedia, Photojournalism

Education
University of Florida   2000 — 2004
BS, Journalism and Mass Communications

Experience
Avera Health  July 2015 - Present
South Dakota Advertising Federation  May 2015 - Present
Argus Leader   February 2014 - Present
Sioux Empire United Way  January 2013 - July 2015
Abercrombie & Fitch  2011 - 2012
Sanford Health  2007 - 2012
Lawrence & Schiller  2009 - 2011

Skills
Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Social Media, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, Marketing, Mac, Marketing Strategy, Event Planning, Blogging, Public Relations, Close Attention to..., Press Releases, Facebook, Social Networking, Market Research, Media Relations, Nonprofits, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Public Speaking

Education
The University of South Dakota   2007 — 2011
Business Administration

Experience
KapStone Paper and Packaging Corporation  December 2013 - Present
Self-Employed  April 2013 - Present
John Morrell & Co.   June 2008 - September 2013
Argus Leader   January 2008 - June 2008
MY Industries   June 2004 - July 2007

Skills
Recruiting, Benefits Administration, Employee Relations, Manufacturing, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Process Improvement, HR Policies, Policy Writing, Leadership Development, Employee Handbooks, Lean Tools, Continuous Improvement, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, Incident Investigation, Root Cause Analysis, EEO/AA Compliance, FMLA, Employment Law, Employee Benefits, Performance Management, Compensation Strategies, Workforce Planning, HRIS, Conflict Resolution, Employee Training, HR Consulting, Talent Management, Interviews, Applicant Tracking..., Talent Acquisition, Onboarding, New Hire Orientations, Succession Planning, Job Descriptions, Personnel Management, Employment Law..., Hiring, Affirmative Action, Employer Branding, Human Resources, Value Stream Mapping, Operations Management, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, Food Industry, Labor Relations

Education
The University of South Dakota   2012 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

University of Minnesota-Morris   2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology

University of Minnesota-Morris   2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Women's Studies

Experience
VistaComm  February 2015 - Present
HenkinSchultz Creative Services  November 2004 - February 2015
Sioux Falls Synergy   May 2007 - May 2008
Argus Leader   November 1999 - November 2004

Skills
Advertising, Leadership, Customer Service, Marketing, Event Planning, Social Networking, Strategic Planning, Sales, Editing, Social Media, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Account Management, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Direct Mail, Project Management, Networking

Education
South Dakota State University   1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Science, Mass Communications/Advertising Journalism

McCook Central High School, Salem, SD   1991 — 1995
Diploma

Experience
Avera Health  February 2013 - Present
Southeast Technical Institute  January 2013 - February 2013
Colorado Technical University  February 2007 - December 2012
Argus Leader   2005 - 2007

Skills
Network Administration, Cisco IOS, Solarwinds, Cisco Technologies, Technical Support, Staff Development, Networking, Microsoft Office, Research, Cisco Routers, LAN Switching, Cisco Wireless, Leadership, Troubleshooting, System Administration

Education
Southeast Technical Institute   2012 — 2014
Associates, Network Adminstrator

Augustana College (SD)
Bachelors

Experience
ExxonMobil  October 2013 - November 2014
ExxonMobil  June 2011 - August 2013
Argus Leader   May 2009 - July 2011
Argus Leader   May 2008 - May 2009
American Cancer Society  September 2007 - April 2008
The Volante  January 2007 - January 2008

Skills
Social Media, Media Relations, Public Relations, Facebook, Social Networking, Certified Competent..., Certified Competent..., Adult & Pediatric First...

Education
The University of South Dakota   2004 — 2008
BA, Advertising, Public Relations

Experience
Omaha World-Herald  March 2013 - Present
Argus Leader   November 2010 - Present
National Post, Inc.   May 2010 - August 2010
Waco Tribune-Herald  September 2008 - May 2010
Baylor University  August 2008 - May 2010
Maverick Publishing   August 2007 - August 2008

Skills
Newspaper, Journalism, News Writing, Copy Editing, Media Relations, Storytelling, Publications, Blogging, Editing, Online Journalism, Press Releases, Copywriting, Social Media, Newsletters, Computer-assisted..., Multimedia, Beat Reporting, Web Content, Video, Public Relations, Photography, Radio, Publicity, Facebook, Breaking News, Video Production, Social Media Marketing, Photojournalism, New Media, Freelance Writing, QuarkXPress, Magazines, Newspapers, Final Cut Pro, Headline Writing, Videography, Investigative Reporting, Publishing, Interactive Storytelling, AP Style, Feature Articles, Editorial, InDesign, Proofreading, Social Networking

Education
Baylor University   2008 — 2010
MIJ, International Journalism

Black Hills State University   2003 — 2007
B.S., Mass Communication

Experience
Argus Leader   August 2015 - Present
Associated Press  December 2014 - July 2015
Chicago Tribune Media Group  September 2014 - November 2014
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel  May 2014 - August 2014
The Boulder — DePauw University   January 2014 - January 2014
The DePauw  January 2013 - December 2013
Los Angeles Times  May 2013 - August 2013
Sur in English   October 2012 - December 2012
The Olive Press  September 2012 - October 2012
The Salt Lake Tribune  May 2012 - September 2012

Education
DePauw University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Communication and Media Studies / Spanish

Experience
Daily News-Record  January 2010 - Present
Daily News-Record  March 2005 - January 2010
Corbin Times-Tribune   January 2003 - March 2005
Gaston Gazette  September 2002 - January 2003
Gillette News-Record  June 2001 - April 2002
Cedar Rapids Gazette  January 2001 - May 2001
Argus Leader   June 2000 - August 2000
University of Nebraska–Lincoln  January 1998 - May 2000
Daily Nebraskan  August 1997 - May 1999
Grand Island Independent  August 1994 - June 1995

Skills
Photojournalism, Photography, Multimedia, Journalism, Photo Editing, Storytelling, AP Style, WordPress, Documentary, Newspaper Design, Web Design, Documentaries, Image Editing, Feature Articles, Photos, Editorial, Newspapers, Final Cut Pro, Copy Editing

Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln   1996 — 2000
Bachelor, College of Journalism & Mass Communications

FIRP Universidade, São José do Rio Preto, Brazil   1995 — 1996
none, Fine Arts

Experience
FindLaw, part of Thomson Reuters  October 2013 - Present
Star Tribune  June 2012 - October 2013
The Colorado Springs Gazette, LLC  August 2009 - June 2012
The Colorado Springs Gazette, LLC  July 2005 - August 2009
Cintas Corporation  December 2004 - July 2005
Argus Leader   June 2003 - September 2004

Skills
Interactive Marketing, Online Advertising, PPC, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Advertising, Mobile

Education
Augustana University (SD)   1999 — 2003
Bachelor, Business/Communication

Experience
The Joyful Christian Coach   November 2012 - Present
Center of Life Church   2006 - September 2011
Argus Leader   November 2008 - June 2011
Argus Leader Media  2007 - 2009
Sioux Falls Business Journal   August 2003 - November 2008
Lansing State Journal  1992 - 1998
The Herald-Dispatch  1989 - 1992

Skills
Group Presentations, Public Speaking, Coaching, Writing, Preaching, Bible teaching, Editing, Journalism, News Writing, Storytelling, Editorial, Social Networking, Blogging, Newspapers, Publications, Social Media, Copy Editing, Training, Online Journalism, Freelance Writing, Feature Articles, Media Relations

Education
Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary   1998 — 2001
Master of divinity

Northwestern University   1985 — 1989
Bachelor of science, Journalism

Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching

Experience
she magazine, Argus Leader Media   February 2012 - Present
AANEM   August 2005 - June 2010
Argus Leader   May 2003 - June 2005
Leader-Courier, Akron Register-Tribune   November 2001 - May 2003

Skills
Speech Writing, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Journalism, News Writing, Newsletters, Newsletter Production, Editing, Media Relations

Education
South Dakota State University   1996 — 2000
BS, Journalism - Broadcasting

Experience
Meta Payment Systems  June 2007 - Present
Argus Leader   July 2006 - January 2009
CEO Marketing   September 2005 - July 2006
Cabela's  July 2004 - September 2005

Skills
JavaScript, ASP.NET, Visual Studio, Problem Solving, Online Marketing, TFS, XML, Application Development, C#, HTML, CSS, jQuery, Photoshop, AJAX, Web Design, Web Development, Mac, Programming, SQL, Databases, Software Development, XHTML, Visio, SEO, DHTML, Web Applications, Adobe Creative Suite, User Interface Design, MVC, Website Development, Graphic Design, HTML 5, ASP.NET MVC, Google Analytics, OOP, LINQ, Entity Framework, Agile Methodologies, WCF

Education
Dakota State University   1999 — 2004

Experience
Next Door Foundation  August 2013 - Present
Midcontinent Communications  March 2008 - December 2012
Center for Active Generations   2004 - 2008
Argus Leader   October 1997 - April 2006
Children's Home Society of South Dakota  December 1999 - September 2000
United Way of McHenry County/HRPA   July 1992 - April 1994
United Way of the Midlands  August 1989 - December 1991
Metropolitan Newspaper   September 1987 - August 1989

Skills
Advertising, Social Media, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Customer Satisfaction, Online Advertising, Account Management, Customer Service, Marketing, Event Planning, Call Centers, Facebook

Education
University of Nebraska at Omaha   1983 — 1986
BS, Communications

Columbia College Chicago   1982 — 1983
Public Relations

Emerson College Boston   1981 — 1982
Communications

Experience
Brown and Saenger  September 2014 - Present
Sioux Falls School District  September 2006 - September 2014
Argus Leader   September 1992 - March 2008
Bankfirst  March 1999 - April 2003
Retailers National Bank   June 1998 - February 1999
Rapid City Journal  August 1987 - June 1992

Skills
Art, Writing, Editing, Teaching, Customer Service, Copy Editing, Advertising, Newspaper, Social Media, Blogging, Editorial, Publishing, Credit Analysis, Public Relations, Creative Writing, Storytelling, Publications, Social Networking, Cartoons, Photography, Journalism, Newspapers, InDesign, Facebook, Proofreading, Copywriting, Graphic Design, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Newsletters, Press Releases, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Digital Photography, Multimedia, Social Media Marketing, Mac, Web Design, Video Editing, Event Planning, Books, Fundraising, Grant Writing, QuarkXPress, Drawing, Magazines, News Writing, Logo Design, Adobe Acrobat

Education
Montana State University-Bozeman   1983 — 1985
B.A., Fine Arts

The University of Montana   1981 — 1982
Journalism

Black Hills State University   1980 — 1981
Mass Communications

Experience
CommerceV3  October 2012 - Present
CommerceV3  April 2011 - November 2012
Midco Connections  February 2001 - April 2011
Midcontinent Communications  September 1999 - February 2001
Argus Leader   October 1995 - September 1999
Argus Leader   1995 - 1999

Skills
Online Marketing, New Business Development, Mobile, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Contract Negotiations, Product Development, Customer Relations, Mobile Devices, Contract Negotiation, Lead Generation, B2B, Customer Service, Online Advertising, E-commerce, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Client Liaison, Retail, Sales Management, Management, Telecommunications, SEO, Call Centers, Customer Satisfaction, Marketing, Strategy, Multi-channel Marketing, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Customer Retention, Sales Process, Strategic Partnerships, CRM, Salesforce.com, Account Management, Outsourcing, Customer Acquisition, Advertising, Digital Marketing, Trade Shows, Business Development, SaaS, Analytics, Start-ups, B2B Marketing

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Experience
Farm and Home Realty   February 2010 - Present
Argus Leader - Gannett Corp   2008 - 2010
Argus Leader   1995 - 2010

Skills
Social Media Marketing, Pianist, Sales, Real Estate, Social Media, Advertising, Customer Service, Sales Management, Marketing, New Business Development, SEO, Account Management, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Email Marketing, Selling, Single Family Homes, Public Relations, Fundraising, Facebook, Marketing Strategy, Negotiation, Digital Marketing, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, Recruiting, Entrepreneurship, Management, B2B, Event Management, Public Speaking, Adobe Creative Suite, Copywriting, SEM, Leadership, Media Relations, Strategic Planning, Customer Satisfaction, Graphic Design, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Training, Lead Generation, Small Business, Direct Sales, Editing, Copy Editing, Microsoft Office

Education
Hurley High School

The University of South Dakota

Experience
Aflac  September 2014 - Present
Argus Leader   2013 - August 2014
yellowbook  2008 - 2011
L&L exhibition management   2001 - 2008
radio shack  1999 - 2005

Skills
Singing, Online Advertising, Advertising, Sales Management, Sales, Customer Service, Theatre, Marketing Strategy, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Direct Sales, Online Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Management, Team Building, Account Management, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Project Management, Customer Satisfaction, New Business Development, Event Management, Time Management, Lead Generation, Training, Cold Calling, Small Business, B2B, Research, Negotiation, Customer Retention

Education
Metropolitan State University   2002 — 2004
BA, Professional Communications

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse   1982 — 1985

Experience
The University of South Dakota  June 2015 - Present
The University of South Dakota  June 2012 - Present
University of Sioux Falls  November 2009 - June 2012
University of Sioux Falls  September 2008 - November 2009
Austad's Golf  March 2005 - August 2008
Argus Leader   February 2004 - March 2005
Scheels  May 2003 - February 2004

Skills
Student Affairs, Higher Education, Student Financial Aid, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Staff Development, Microsoft Excel, Leadership Development, Coaching, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Strategic Planning, Non-profits, Budgets, Team Leadership, Sports Management, Student Recruiting, Leadership, Recruiting, Nonprofits, Fundraising

Education
University of Sioux Falls   2007 — 2010
Masters Degree

Southwest Minnesota State University   1999 — 2003
Bachelors Degree

Experience
Interstates  August 2015 - Present
Culver's Restaurant  December 2012 - July 2014
Christopher & Banks  May 2012 - December 2012
Culver's Restaurant  September 2010 - September 2011
Daktronics  April 2009 - May 2010
Argus Leader   August 2003 - February 2007

Skills
Proficient in InDesign, Proficient in PowerPoint, Creative Writing, Journalism, InDesign, Marketing, Editorial, Research, Interviews, Newspaper, PowerPoint, Time Management, Microsoft Excel, Copy Editing, Editing, Blogging, Press Releases, Facebook, Social Media, Proofreading, Newsletters, News Writing, Writing, Newspapers

Education
South Dakota State University   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism

South Dakota State University   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism

Experience
Argus Leader   August 2015 - Present
InsideSTL.com   December 2013 - Present
CBS Sports 920   July 2015 - August 2015
McAlister's Deli of Des Peres   April 2007 - August 2015
Fox Sports Midwest  January 2015 - June 2015
The University News  August 2012 - May 2014
590 "The Fan" KFNS   June 2012 - April 2013
The Joe Roderick Show   May 2012 - August 2012
The Montage  January 2012 - May 2012
InsideSTL   May 2010 - 2012

Skills
Report Writing, Writing Skills, Feature Writing, Interviewing, Film Editing, Photoshop, Wordpress, Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Online Journalism, Sports Writing, Sports Photography, Social Networking Sites, Social Media, Radio Host, Radio Production, WordPress, Radio, Blogging, Radio Producing, Feature Articles, Facebook, Editing

Education
Saint Louis University   2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication-Journalism and Media Studies

St. Louis Community College   2011 — 2012

University of Missouri-Columbia   2009 — 2011

Experience
Holmes Murphy & Associates  May 2015 - Present
TMI Hospitality  June 2013 - May 2015
PGA of America  August 2012 - August 2012
Howalt +McDowell Insurance   May 2012 - August 2012
Pizza Hut  November 2011 - April 2012
Argus Leader   June 2011 - August 2011
Dakota Alliance Soccer Club   March 2011 - May 2011
Model  January 1998 - December 2008

Skills
Leadership, Entrepreneurship, PowerPoint, Team Building, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Business Analysis, Financial Analysis, Proposal Writing, Presentations, Idea Incubation, Product Incubation, Guest service

Education
The University of South Dakota   2013 — 2016

South Dakota Technology and Business Center's Boot Camp and Accelerator Program   2013 — 2013
Graduate, Business Start Up and Entrepreneurship

Washington High School, Class of 2013   2009 — 2013
Diploma, Academy of Finance, 3.71 on 4.0 scale Academy of Finance

Experience
Morris Multimedia  January 2012 - Present
Midco Connections  November 2008 - November 2011
Various online and print publications  November 2008 - November 2010
Argus Leader Media  August 2005 - November 2008
Argus Leader   August 2004 - August 2005
Revonet  May 2004 - January 2005
Watertown Public Opinion  June 2000 - May 2004
Brookings Register  February 1997 - June 2000
KJAM Radio   July 1996 - February 1997

Skills
Copy Editing, InDesign, Writing, Layout, Voice Over, Photoshop, Photography, QuarkXPress, Microsoft Word, Sound Editing, Social Media, Web Content, Telemarketing, Microsoft Excel

Education
South Dakota State University   1990 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication Studies and Theater

Northern State University   1989 — 1990
Did not graduate - transferred, General

Experience
US Bank  October 2009 - Present
Dakota Web Creations   January 1997 - Present
FIS  March 2006 - October 2009
Argus Leader   November 2001 - March 2005
Irrisistible Ink   1999 - 2000
Target  1975 - 1997

Skills
Account Management, Strategic Planning, Business Analysis, New Business Development, Team Leadership, Operations Management, Budgets, Team Building, Product Development, Business Strategy, Customer Service, Solution Selling, Negotiation, Banking, Sales Process, Leadership, Process Improvement, Vendor Management, Cross-functional Team..., Online Advertising, Management, B2B, Product Marketing, Competitive Analysis, CRM, Marketing, Project Management, Project Planning, Credit Cards, Mobile Payments

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1982 — 1985

University of Wisconsin-Stout   1980 — 1982
Business Administration

Experience
The University of Arizona  June 2015 - Present
University of Northern Iowa  September 2010 - June 2015
University of Northern Iowa  June 2005 - August 2010
Iowa City Area Chamber of Commerce  May 2004 - May 2005
Iowa City Press-Citizen  September 2003 - April 2004
Argus Leader   May 2003 - August 2003
Pacific Biodiversity Institute  2000 - 2000

Skills
Copy Editing, Public Relations, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Copywriting, Social Media, Editing, Press Releases, Event Planning, AP Style, Newsletters, Fundraising, Higher Education, Public Speaking, News Writing, Marketing Communications, Facebook, Blogging, Community Development, Speech Writing, Grant Writing, Proofreading, Community Outreach, Writing

Education
South Dakota State University   2002 — 2003
B.S., Journalism

South Dakota State University   1997 — 2001
B.S., Biology

Experience
gpac  June 2014 - Present
Argus Leader   December 2012 - June 2014
Mac Haik Ford Lincoln Mercury   April 2006 - May 2009
Flyrite Choppers of Austin   February 2005 - April 2006
The Weekender Magazine   June 2002 - November 2004

Skills
Public Speaking, Editing, Journalism, Fundraising, Customer Service, Sales, Theatre, Negotiation, Account Management, Hands-on Training, Finance, Copywriting, Event Planning, Social Media, Online Advertising, Digital Photography, Public Relations, Photoshop, Databases, Press Releases, Newsletters, Marketing, Training, Facebook, Contract Negotiation, Management, Construction Management, Process Scheduler

Education
Morningside College   1998 — 2001
B.A., English

Experience
RE/MAX Professionals, Inc.   February 2013 - Present
VVI Online Advertising Agency   July 2011 - February 2013
Sheraton Hotel Sioux Falls   November 2010 - June 2011
Argus Leader Newspaper   May 2006 - October 2010
First Dakota Title  December 2003 - May 2006
ERA Associates & Preferred Real Estate, LLC   October 1999 - February 2003
Argus Leader   January 1982 - October 1993

Skills
Real Estate, Customer Service, Marketing, Management, Real Estate Transactions, Strategic Planning, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Business Development, Team Building

Education
The University of South Dakota
General Studies

Experience
Chicago Tribune Media Group  April 2012 - Present
Roosevelt University  August 2013 - May 2015
College of DuPage  August 2011 - August 2013
Suburban Life Publications  July 2011 - April 2012
Suburban Life Publications  July 2009 - July 2011
Suburban Life Publications  May 2008 - June 2009
Argus Leader   August 2005 - May 2008
Forum Communications  2000 - 2002

Skills
Publications, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Multimedia, Journalism, Blogging, Editorial, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Photography, Logo Design, Illustration, Storytelling, Photo Illustration, Publication design, Publication redesign, Publication planning, Proofreading, Features reporting, News reporting, Music Journalism, Multimedia Project..., Personnel Training, Personnel management, Student advising, Tutoring, Outstanding Customer..., Music Reviews, Book Reviews, Cash Receipts, Promotional Design, Promotional Writing, Promotion Planning, Instructional Design, Adobe Captivate, Instructional Systems..., Facilitation, Organizational..., Kirkpatrick, Training ROI, Team Building, Consulting, Design Consulting

Education
Roosevelt University   2013 — 2015
Master of Arts, Training and Development

Iowa State University   2003 — 2005

Minnesota State University, Moorhead   1996 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

Roosevelt University

Experience
Carsforsale.com  December 2014 - Present
Chick-Fil-A at Southern Hills Mall   April 2014 - December 2014
Acosta Sales & Marketing  November 2013 - May 2014
The University of South Dakota  August 2012 - December 2013
Argus Leader   April 2013 - August 2013
The Volante  January 2013 - August 2013
Thousand Hills Ranch   May 2006 - July 2012

Skills
Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Advertising, Public Speaking, Salesforce.com, Strategic Communications, Microsoft Office, Facebook, Twitter, InDesign, Illustrator, iMovie, Sales, Final Cut Pro

Education
The University of South Dakota   2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Strategic Communication

Experience
U.S. Bank   February 2014 - Present
CASA  August 2014 - June 2015
Argus Leader Media  January 2013 - August 2013
Argus Leader   August 2010 - January 2013
RR Networking group   2013 - 2013
Account Relationship Specialist   February 2009 - August 2010
Argus Leader Media  August 2007 - February 2009
Lincoln County State's Attorney's Office   2006 - 2007
Woods, Fuller, Shultz & Smith P.C.   2005 - 2006

Skills
highly organized, Team Oriented, Customer Focus, Newspaper, Sales Presentations, Online Advertising, Social Media, Online Marketing, Marketing, Advertising Sales, Sales, Account Management, Direct Mail, Customer Service, Social Networking, Marketing Strategy, SEO, SEM, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, PPC, Team-oriented, Journalism, Negotiation, Building Relationships, Creative Problem Solving, Outside Sales, Digital Strategy, Digital Marketing, Highly motivated..., Political Advertising, Follow Through, Meticulous, Newspapers, Digital Media, Press Releases, Copywriting, Lead Generation, Public Relations, B2B, Media Relations, Team Building, Strategic Planning, New Business Development

Education
Brookings High School

National American University
A.A.S, Paralegal

South Dakota State University

Experience
Kelly Services  October 1997 - Present
Argus Leader   May 1995 - October 1997

Skills
Employee Benefits, Training, Temporary Staffing, Human Resources, Applicant Tracking..., Management, Temporary Placement, Recruiting, Staffing Services, Customer Service, Interviews, Sourcing, College Recruiting, Budgets, Marketing

Education
The University of South Dakota   1991 — 1995
BA, Mass Communications/ Psychology

Burke High School   1980 — 1991

Experience
Carsforsale.com  June 2011 - Present
Viamedia  September 2010 - June 2011
Wells Fargo Bank  February 2009 - September 2010
Omnitech, Inc.   2006 - 2008
KMIT / KOOL 98 Radio   March 2003 - September 2005
Argus Leader   February 2001 - March 2003
Gateway Computer  1998 - 2001

Skills
Selling, Facebook, Advertising Sales, Sales Management, Advertising, Automotive Marketing, Twitter, Marketing, Sales Process, Market Planning, Online Advertising, Cold Calling, Email Marketing, Social Media, Online Marketing, Direct Sales, Social Media Marketing, B2B, SEO, Account Management, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Sales, Lead Generation, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Management, Sales Operations, Product Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Leadership, E-commerce, CRM, Marketing Management, Social Networking, Retail, Negotiation, Sales Presentations, Automobile, Business Planning, Automotive, Competitive Analysis, Business Development, Team Building, Dealers, Coaching, Inventory Management

Education
Dakota Wesleyan   1994 — 1996
BS, Business Administration

The University of South Dakota   1992 — 1994

Mitchell High   1988 — 1992

Experience
Victoria Advocate  April 2007 - Present
Swift Communications/Greeley Tribune   June 2006 - March 2007
Harvard University  August 2005 - June 2006
Greeley Tribune  November 1995 - August 2005
Denton Record-Chronicle  1993 - 1995
Fort Collins Coloradoan  1987 - 1993
Argus Leader   1985 - 1987
Colorado Springs Gazette  1983 - 1985
Topeka Capital-Journal  1982 - 1983

Skills
Digital Media, Editing, Social Networking, Narrative Journalism, Newspaper, New Media, Journalism, Copy Editing, Blogging, News Writing, Editorial, AP Style, Facebook, Writing, Ap Style, Online Journalism, Newspapers, Social Media, Newsletters, Storytelling, Investigative Reporting, Advertising, Press Releases, Proofreading, Public Relations, Content Strategy, Web Content, InDesign, Publications, Media Relations, Content Development, Feature Articles, Publishing, Multimedia, Photography, Web Content Management, Headline Writing, Final Cut Pro, Fact-checking, Creative Direction, Magazines, Content Management, Copywriting, Breaking News, Creative Writing, Video Editing, Online News, Newspaper Design, Pagination, Video

Education
Harvard University   2005 — 2006

University of Kansas   1980 — 1982
bachelor's

Washburn University   1978 — 1980
Transferred

Experience
The Penn Stater magazine   July 2015 - Present
Honolulu Star-Advertiser  January 2005 - June 2015
The Associated Press  1995 - 2005
Argus Leader   May 1994 - August 1994

Education
University of Hawaii at Manoa   2000 — 2001
n/a, History and culture of the Philippines

Penn State University   1989 — 1995
B.A., Journalism

Experience
Gannett  August 1994 - Present
Lansing State Journal  July 2008 - Present
Statesman Journal  February 2007 - July 2008
The Indianapolis Star  September 2003 - February 2007
The Indianapolis Star  January 2001 - September 2003
Argus Leader   1994 - 2001
St. Louis Post-Dispatch  1992 - 1994
Petry Television  1991 - 1992
Glennon & Company   1990 - 1991
Advanswers   1989 - 1990

Skills
Market Research, Marketing Research, Brand Development, Budgets, Advertising, Marketing, Product Development, Web Analytics, Consumer Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Sales, Media Planning, Digital Marketing, Segmentation, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Management, Research, Online Marketing, Brand Management, Direct Marketing, B2B Marketing, Newspaper, Public Relations, Online Advertising, Facebook, Corporate Communications, Copywriting, New Media, Mobile Marketing, Editorial, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Newspapers, Advertising Sales, Proposal Writing, Integrated Marketing, AP Style, Social Media, Social Networking, Digital Media, Digital Strategy, Press Releases, Email Marketing, Publishing, Magazines, Journalism, Newsletters, Leadership

Education
University of Central Missouri   1986 — 1988
MA, Communication

University of Central Missouri   1981 — 1986
BS, Political Science

Experience
Lansing State Journal  August 2006 - Present
Argus Leader   February 2001 - August 2006
Potomac News  December 1999 - September 2000
Northern Virginia Daily  1999 - 1999
The State News  1994 - 1997

Education
Michigan State University   1993 — 1999

Experience
Oklahoma Geological Survey  August 2015 - Present
Oklahoma City Geological Society   May 2015 - Present
Oklahoma City Community College  August 2014 - August 2015
University of Oklahoma  July 2014 - December 2014
Northwestern Oklahoma State University  August 2007 - June 2013
Great Falls Tribune  2005 - 2007
Argus Leader   June 2005 - August 2005
Dow Jones Newspaper Fund Intern   May 2005 - August 2005
University of Oklahoma Gaylord College of Journalism and Mass Communication   August 2004 - May 2005

Skills
Photography, Editing, Creative Writing, Media Writing, Screenwriting, Academic Advising, Higher Education, Teaching Experience, Public Speaking, Curriculum Development, Web 2.0, Web Development, Desktop Publishing, Online Journalism, Photo editing, Teacher Training, Public Relations, College Teaching, Proofreading, Journalism, Research, Teaching, Adult Education, Literature, Blogging, Distance Learning, Student Affairs, Press Releases, Publications, University Teaching, E-Learning, Playwriting

Education
University of Oklahoma   2003 — 2005
Master of Professional Writing, Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

Dallas Baptist University
Bachelor's degree, English

Experience
Lee Enterprises: Mid-Valley Newspapers   September 2012 - May 2015
Quad-City Times/ Lee Enterprises   December 2010 - September 2012
Red Wing Publishing   August 2008 - January 2010
Argus Leader   April 2007 - August 2008
Star Tribune  March 1998 - March 2007

Skills
Online Advertising, Advertising, New Business Development, Management, Publishing, Newspapers, Multimedia, Advertising Sales, Digital Media, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Sales Presentations, Public Relations, B2B, Account Management, Publications, Facebook, Social Media, SEO, Training, New Media, Sales, Creative Direction, Social Networking, Email Marketing, Magazines, Media Planning, PPC

Education
St. Cloud State University   1991 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mass Communication/Media Studies

Centennial

Experience
Gannett  September 2012 - Present
Argus Leader   August 2010 - November 2011
Storm Lake Times   December 2008 - April 2010
Green Bay Press-Gazette  September 2005 - April 2007
Sioux City Journal  2004 - 2005
Centre Daily Times  2000 - 2004
The Herald Co.   September 1997 - 2000

Skills
Newspapers, Sports, Microsoft Office

Education
South Dakota State University   1994 — 1997
Bachelor's degree, Journalism, minor in political science

The University of North Dakota   1988 — 1991
None, Political Science, Math, Accounting

Experience
Peace Corps  June 2014 - Present
NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education  March 2014 - June 2014
Peace Corps  October 2011 - December 2013
Capital Journal  April 2011 - September 2011
Peace Corps  July 2010 - January 2011
The PostSD   June 2009 - June 2010
SDSU Foundation  February 2008 - June 2010
The Brookings Register  August 2008 - March 2009
Idaho State Journal  May 2007 - January 2008
Argus Leader   2006 - 2007

Skills
Blogging, Press Releases, Journalism, Social Media, Editing, Storytelling, Advertising, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Newspapers, Magazines, Volunteering, Photography, Community Development, News Writing, Proposal Writing, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Non-profits, Writing, Newspaper, Marketing, Feature Articles, Publishing, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Training, Teaching English as a...

Education
South Dakota State University   2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts and Science, Journalism

Experience
Good Samaritan Society - Vivo   April 2014 - Present
Good Samaritan Society  December 2008 - March 2014
Dakota Security Systems   June 2007 - December 2008
South Dakota Safety Council   September 1999 - April 2007
Argus Leader   July 1998 - September 1999

Skills
Medicare, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Elder Care, Account Management, New Business Development, Budgets, Sales Management, Public Speaking, Healthcare, Healthcare Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Leadership Development, Training, Operations Management, Recruiting, Coaching, Nonprofits, Ethnography

Education
University of Sioux Falls   2006 — 2011
Masters, Business Administration

Illinois State University   1992 — 1995
BS, Marketing

Experience
Prevention Management Organization of Wyoming   December 2013 - Present
Prevention Management Organization of Wyoming   July 2012 - December 2013
The Buffalo Bulletin   September 2011 - July 2012
Self-Employed  October 2010 - September 2011
Argus Leader   2008 - 2010
Redding Record Searchlight  1997 - 2008
DDB Needham Interactive   January 1995 - January 1996
Baylor University Medical Center  January 1991 - January 1995
The Mesquite News   January 1989 - January 1990
The North Platte Telegraph   January 1986 - January 1988

Skills
Creative Writing, Technical Writing, Editing, Copy Editing, Editorial Development, Editorial Skills, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Staff Mentoring, Mentoring Of Staff, Organizing, Writing For The Web, Social Media, Editorial, Newspaper, Photography, Journalism, News Writing, Feature Articles, Public Speaking, Freelance Writing, Social Networking, Interviews, Radio, Newspapers, Video Production, Storytelling, Blogging, Publishing, Copywriting, Multimedia, Newsletters, Press Releases, Public Relations, Facebook, Publications, Proofreading, Magazines, Web Content, Investigative Reporting, AP Style, Books, QuarkXPress, Online Journalism, Headline Writing, Content Management, Media Relations, Text Editing, Fact-checking, Video

Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln   1981 — 1986
Bachelor, Journalism

Experience
South Dakota State University  August 1992 - Present
South Dakota State University  August 1992 - Present
Argus Leader   June 1989 - July 1990
Lakota Times   January 1982 - August 1986

Skills
Higher Education, Journalism, Public Speaking, University Teaching, Adult Education, Adobe Creative Suite, Student Affairs, Editorial, Curriculum Design, Social Media, Nonprofits, Photoshop, Teaching, Grant Writing, Volunteer Management, Copy Editing, Microsoft Office, Facebook, Distance Learning, Curriculum Development, Student Development, Academic Advising, College Teaching, Program Development

Education
South Dakota State University

Experience
Avera Heart Hospital of South Dakota  February 2015 - Present
Sanford Health  April 2012 - May 2015
Tieszen Memorial   March 2010 - April 2012
Argus Leader   April 2007 - May 2009

Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Quality Patient Care, Patient Advocacy, Customer Satisfaction, Time Management, Training, Inventory Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Data Entry, PowerPoint, Food Service, Restaurants, Telephone Skills, Outlook, Hospitality, Teamwork, Sales, Supervisory Skills, Cpr Certified, Healthcare, Process Scheduler, Critical Thinking, HIPAA, Hospitals

Education
National American University   2012 — 2015
Currently attending, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

South Dakota State University   1993 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Geography

Experience
Dakota Bike Tours   August 2008 - Present
Argus Leader   2006 - 2008
Mac Tools  March 2001 - July 2003

Skills
Advertising, Newspaper, Facebook, Website Administration, Website Management, Website Development, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Database Administration, Data Entry, Market Research, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Event Management, Sales Management, New Business Development, Small Business

Education
San Diego State University-California State University   1993 — 1996
BS, Business Management

Experience
Argus Leader   STINT Team LeaderCampus Crusade for ChristOctober 2003 - December 2004

Education
South Dakota State University   1999 — 2003
BA Journalism, Minor Spanish, Advertising, Spanish

Experience
Argus Leader   March 2013 - Present
Argus Leader   May 2012 - Present
Beal Distributing  January 2012 - March 2012
Lawrence & Schiller  February 2011 - December 2011
Lewis Drug  February 2011 - December 2011
Lawrence & Schiller TeleServices  February 2011 - December 2011
Lewis Drug  February 2011 - November 2011

Skills
Observant, Hard Worker, Creative, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising, Art, Creative Direction, Creativity, Graphic Design, Graphics, Illustration, InDesign, Layout, Image Editing, Mac, Multimedia, OS X, Photoshop, Pre-press, Social Media

Education
Dakota State University   2006 — 2010
BS, Digital Arts and Design

O' Gorman High School   2002 — 2006
Diploma, Fine Arts

Experience
AD BOUTIQUE Consultant   November 2014 - Present
20/20 Eye Candy   August 2013 - November 2014
Argus Leader   2000 - 2013

Skills
Online Advertising, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Advertising Sales, Online Marketing, Digital Media, Marketing, Media Planning

Education
The University of South Dakota   1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Mass Communication/Media Studies

Experience
Citi  May 2011 - Present
Colorado Technical University  October 2004 - Present
The Bancorp Bank  July 2010 - May 2011
Chenega Logistics   November 2008 - July 2010
Montage Inc.  April 2007 - November 2008
Linkt It Sofware, Inc.   December 2005 - April 2007
Argus Leader   December 2003 - December 2005

Skills
CMS, Content Management, Web Development, Business Process, Enterprise Software, Analysis, Management, Testing, Software Development, Infrastructure, Online Advertising, Software Design, Advertising, Social Networking, Planning

Education
Colorado Technical University   2002 — 2004
Masters, Software Engineering

Augustana College   1995 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts, Computer Science

Experience
Midwestern Wheels Inc  January 2014 - Present
Argus Leader   August 2012 - November 2012
Billion Automotive  January 2012 - May 2012
MMA  2010 - 2012
Globe University  October 2011 - December 2011

Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Event Planning, Teaching, Research, Cpr Certified, Critical Thinking, MMA

Education
The University of South Dakota   2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing

Experience
Shippensburg University  2015 - Present
Seton Hall University  2010 - 2015
Seton Hall University  2009 - 2010
Argus Leader   August 2003 - December 2005
Star Tribune  May 2001 - July 2003
Chicago Tribune  February 1998 - April 2001
The Daily Collegian  October 1994 - January 1998
Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier  January 1991 - September 1994

Skills
AP Style, Copy Editing, Journalism, Press Releases, University Teaching, Social Media, Research, Higher Education, Teaching, Public Relations

Education
University of Missouri-Columbia   2006 — 2010
Ph.D., Journalism/Mass Communication

Northwestern University   1989 — 1990
M.S., Journalism

Macalester College   1985 — 1989
B.A., Political Science

Experience
Bloomberg News  October 2006 - Present
Georgetown University  January 2012 - Present
National Press Club  January 2005 - December 2012
North American Agricultural Journalists   April 2010 - April 2011
McClatchy Newspapers  September 2001 - October 2006
Bernan Associates  December 2003 - September 2006
The Wichita Eagle  November 1999 - September 2001
Argus Leader   May 1999 - November 1999
St. Paul Pioneer Press  April 1998 - May 1999

Skills
News Writing, Breaking News, Journalism, AP Style, Media Relations, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Editing, Newspapers, Investigative Reporting, Web Content, Fact-checking, Blogging, Speech Writing, Digital Media, Business Journalism, Press Releases, Broadcast Journalism, Strategic Communications, Editorial, New Media, Crisis Communications, Guitarist, Magazines, Radio, Corporate Communications, Publicity, Creative Writing, Newspaper, Publications, Politics, Newsletters, Publishing, Content Development, Multimedia, Content Strategy, Content Management, Proofreading, Business News, Social Media, Headline Writing, Broadcast, Copywriting, Financial Reporting, Keynote, Panel Moderator, Interviews, Vocals, Agriculture

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1995 — 1998
MA, Mass Communications

Concordia College   1991 — 1995
B.A., History, English Literature

Experience
Des Moines Register  October 2011 - Present
Argus Leader   January 2006 - October 2011
Daily Globe, Worthington, Minn.   March 2004 - January 2006
Sioux County Index   August 2003 - March 2004

Skills
Newspaper, News Writing, Copy Editing, Journalism, Editing

Education
Drake University   1999 — 2003
BA, Journalism, History

Experience
POET  2014 - Present
POET  April 2010 - December 2014
Argus Leader   September 2007 - April 2010

Skills
Accounting, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Account Reconciliation, Financial Reporting, Journal Entries, QuickBooks, Bank Reconciliation

Education
Southeast Technical Institute   1999 — 2001
Associate's degree, Accouting

Canton High School   1994 — 1999