Experience
Austin American-Statesman   February 2015 - Present
Hearst Media Services  December 2010 - January 2015
Hearst Media San Antonio   December 2010 - March 2013
Busch Inc  August 2009 - July 2010
Busch Inc  August 2009 - July 2010
Anheuser-Busch InBev  July 2009 - July 2010
Silver Eagle Distributors  July 2008 - August 2009
Silver Eagle Distributors  July 2008 - July 2009
South Plains Wildlife Rehabilitation Center   April 2007 - June 2007
South Plains Wildlife Rehabilitation Center   April 2007 - June 2007

Skills
Merchandising, Press Releases, Marketing Research, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Outside Sales, Public Relations, Account Management, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Customer Service, Event Planning, Leadership, Management, Marketing, Online Advertising, Sales Management, Social Media

Education
Texas Tech University   2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business/Corporate Communications

Experience
Austin American-Statesman   June 2014 - September 2014

Skills
Writing, Journalism, Newspapers, Publicity, Public Relations, Marketing, Social Media Marketing

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Science (BS), Journalism

Experience
Lincoln Journal Star  June 2015 - Present
Austin American-Statesman   November 2014 - June 2015
The Austin Chronicle  October 2014 - June 2015
KUT Public Media  August 2014 - February 2015
The Daily Texan  September 2013 - December 2014
Do512  February 2014 - September 2014
Longhorn Life Magazine   January 2014 - May 2014

Skills
Social Media, Photography, Photojournalism, Public Speaking, Research, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis, Curating, Science, Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, Conservation Biology, Conservation Issues, Photoshop Elements, InCopy, Video Production, Post Production, Video, Videography

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Biology and Anthropology

Experience
CPS Energy  May 2008 - Present
McWilliams & Associates Governmental Affairs Consultants   January 2007 - May 2008
Killeen Daily Herald  January 2006 - January 2007
Austin American-Statesman   August 2005 - November 2005
Echo Hill Ranch  June 1998 - August 2005

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2001 — 2005

Experience
Mueller Law  July 2011 - Present
Be Yoga  June 2011 - Present
Austin American-Statesman   November 2008 - November 2011
Austin American-Statesman   May 2009 - December 2010
Vox Magazine  May 2008 - August 2008
Juice Magazine   September 2007 - December 2007

Skills
Blogging, Editorial, Storytelling, Journalism

Education
University of Missouri-Columbia   2004 — 2008
Bachelor Journalism

The University of Hong Kong   2007 — 2007
Multi-Media Journalism

Experience
Ricardo Gandara Photography   December 2013 - Present
Austin American Statesman  December 1990 - December 2013
Albuquerque Tribune  September 1978 - December 1990

Skills
AP Style, Copy Editing, News Writing, Blogging, Newspapers, Feature Articles, Journalism, Web Content, Editing, Press Releases

Education
The University of New Mexico   1974 — 1976
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism

Grants High School   1969 — 1971

Experience
James A. Baker III Institute for Public Policy -- Rice University  August 2015 - Present
Waco Tribune-Herald  August 2008 - Present
Waco Tribune-Herald  May 2012 - August 2015
Austin American-Statesman   May 2008 - August 2008
Austin American-Statesman   September 2007 - December 2007

Skills
Newspapers, News Writing, Journalism, Communication, Social Media, Writing, Editing, AP Style, Research, Video Editing, Video Production, Investigative Reporting, Newsletters, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Final Cut Pro, InDesign, Soundslides, Higher Education, Veterans Affairs, K-12

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2004 — 2008
Bachelor's of Journalism degree, Journalism

Experience
Q1Media  July 2015 - Present
Q1Media  April 2012 - June 2015
Google  September 2011 - April 2012
Q1Media  September 2008 - August 2011
Austin American-Statesman   January 2007 - December 2010
Sommers Public Relations   May 2006 - July 2008

Skills
Advertising Sales, Online Advertising, Digital Media, Press Releases, Journalism, Cold Calling, Social Media, Partner Relationships, Sales, Advertising, Partner Management, Mobile Marketing, Leadership, Sales Process, Account Management, Management, Sales Management, Digital Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Interactive Marketing, Strategy, Media Relations, Marketing, Business Development, Lead Generation, Digital Strategy, Salesforce.com, Media Planning, Online Marketing, Media Buying, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Mobile Devices, comScore, PPC, Mobile Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Facebook, Ad Networks, New Media, Interactive Advertising

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2005 — 2008
Bachelors Degree, Journalism - Multimedia

Experience
Starbucks  2012 - Present
Microsoft  2010 - 2012
Edelman  2009 - 2010
The University of Texas at Austin (Office of Student Affairs)   2008 - May 2009
Edelman  2009 - 2009
Austin American-Statesman   2008 - 2009
Tiny Pictures, Inc.   2008 - 2009
UTweet.net   2008 - 2009
Waggener Edstrom  2008 - 2008
The University of Texas at Austin - Communication Career Services   2006 - 2008

Skills
Social Media, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Brand Development, Product Marketing, Event Management, Editing, Strategy, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, SEO, Digital Media, Competitive Analysis, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2005 — 2009
B.S., Public Relations, Communication Studies: Organizational Communication

Experience
Flow-Cal  June 2013 - Present
Baytown Sun  June 2011 - June 2013
Texas Tribune  2011 - 2011
Austin Food Journal   August 2010 - October 2010
Southern Bride Magazine  May 2010 - July 2010
Austin American-Statesman   2010 - 2010
University of Texas at Austin  2007 - 2010
Austin.about.com   September 2009 - December 2009
Public Media Texas   January 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Editing, Editorial, AP Style, Web Content, Blogging, Newspapers, News Writing, Social Media, Journalism, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Publications, QuarkXPress, InDesign, Advertising, Microsoft Office, Video, Multimedia, Technical Documentation, Graphic design, Layout, Deadline Oriented, Employee Training, Technical Training, Petroleum, Graphic Design, Writing, Feature Articles, Facebook, Magazines, PowerPoint, Social Networking, Media Relations, Newsletters, Microsoft Word, Storytelling, Microsoft Excel, Public Relations, Creative Writing, Marketing, WordPress, Leadership, Proofreading, Photoshop

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Journalism, News and Public Affairs

Experience
Austin American-Statesman   November 2011 - Present
Freelance Writing and Reporting  September 2009 - Present
San Antonio Express-News  January 2011 - November 2011
The Brownsville Herald  September 2009 - December 2010

Skills
Breaking News, Magazines, Publications, Copy Editing, Ap Style, Newspaper, News Writing, Journalism, Online Journalism, Headline Writing, Fact-checking, Feature Articles, Editorial, Blogging, Web Content, Editing, InCopy, Investigative Reporting, Proofreading, AP Style, Photojournalism, Soundslides, New Media, Pagination, Newspapers, Photography, Press Releases, Newspaper Design, Publishing, Media Relations, Broadcast Journalism, Freelance Writing, Newsletters, Computer-assisted..., Audacity, Online News, Political Reporting, Business Journalism

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism

Experience
Clearhead: The Digital Optimization Agency  May 2015 - Present
Bigcommerce  October 2013 - January 2015
MapMyFitness  April 2013 - October 2013
Freelance  May 2002 - April 2013
Yahoo!  December 2010 - June 2012
Vertive, Inc. - Creator and Publisher of Offers.com   August 2008 - December 2010
National Lacy Dog Association   August 2008 - December 2010
Change.org  January 2009 - February 2010
First ROI  August 2007 - May 2008
Austin American-Statesman   May 2006 - April 2007

Skills
Content Strategy, Blogging, Copywriting, Content Management, Social Media, Editing, Content Development, Corporate Communications, Digital Marketing, E-commerce, Writing, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, SEO, Corporate Storytelling, Visual Storytelling, Marketing Communications, New Media, WordPress, User Experience, Brand Development, Integrated Marketing, News Writing, Creative Writing, Photography, Feature Articles, Columns, Storytelling, Graphic Design, Publications, Editorial Strategy, Editorial Planning, Feature Writing, Column Writing, Lead Generation, Inbound Marketing, Conversion Optimization, Lead Nurture, Editorial

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2005 — 2007
MA, Journalism

Vanderbilt University   1999 — 2003
BA, English-Creative Writing, Economics

London School of Economics and Political Science   2002 — 2002
International Trade and Finance

Experience
Boundless Network  November 2006 - Present
Austin American-Statesman   August 2001 - October 2006
Metro-Suburbia  1994 - 2000

Skills
Advertising, Account Management, Online Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, New Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Direct Mail, Social Media, Merchandising, Trade Shows, Direct Marketing, Brand Management, Salesforce.com, Sales, Corporate Branding, Embroidery

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1984 — 1988

Experience
Southwest Airlines  July 2013 - Present
Southwest Airlines  August 2011 - July 2013
Freelance  August 2010 - August 2011
Austin American-Statesman/Austin360.com   June 2010 - August 2010
University of Texas at Austin  June 2006 - August 2010
Austin American-Statesman   January 2010 - May 2010
Cactus Yearbook  September 2009 - January 2010
The Daily Texan  July 2006 - December 2009
Kerrville Daily Times  May 2008 - July 2008
KVRX-FM  June 2006 - December 2007

Skills
Cinematography, Photography, Video Editing, Video Production

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Journalism, Multimedia Journalism

Experience
HispanicLatino.com   October 2011 - Present
The HispanicLatino Leadership Series   January 1984 - Present
Department of Commerce  2009 - 2011
US Government, Department of Health   2002 - 2004
Bendixen & Amandi International  2001 - 2002
The White House  1999 - 2001
U.S. Department of Energy   1998 - 1999
Office of the Attorney General  1992 - 1997
KERA  1991 - 1992
Austin American-Statesman   1988 - 1991

Education
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Education, History and Government

Experience
Bloomberg News  August 2008 - Present
Fort Worth Star-Telegram  May 2002 - June 2008
The Princeton Review  2005 - 2008
The State  1997 - 2002
Zanesville Times Recorder  April 1992 - September 1997
Austin American-Statesman   1985 - 1986

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1980 — 1985

Experience
SafePlace  December 2003 - Present
Pacific Environment  August 2002 - December 2003
Disability Assistance of Central Texas   June 2000 - August 2002
Texas Audubon Society   December 1998 - May 2000
United Cerebral Palsy Association of the Capitol Area   May 1993 - August 1997
Computational Logic, Inc.   1985 - 1992
Austin American-Statesman   1982 - 1985

Skills
•Completing complex..., Editing, AP Style, Proofreading, Curriculum Design, Publishing, Newsletters, Copywriting, Nonprofits, Newspapers, Research, Creative Writing, Grants, Community Outreach, Management, Grant Writing, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Program Management, Resume Writing, Speech Writing, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Social Media, Fundraising, Community Development, Program Development, Social Networking, Blogging

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1990 — 1993
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling

University of North Texas   1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism

Experience
Texas Monthly  January 2012 - Present
Consumer Media Network  May 2012 - May 2013
Texas Bankers Association  May 2011 - May 2012
Austin American-Statesman   August 2010 - November 2010
Food Network Magazine  May 2010 - August 2010
Bread & Butter Public Relations  May 2009 - November 2009

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2007 — 2011

Experience
Austin American-Statesman   May 2000 - Present

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1990 — 1992
B.S., Communications

Experience
Philadelphia Daily News  September 2010 - Present
Apex Learning  April 2010 - September 2010
SmartBrief  March 2010 - September 2010
The Dallas Morning News  September 2004 - September 2009
The New York Times  June 2004 - August 2004
Austin American-Statesman   September 2003 - December 2003
San Antonio Express-News  June 2003 - August 2003
Corpus Christi Caller-Times  June 2002 - August 2002

Skills
Copy Editing, News Writing, Newspaper, Ap Style, Journalism, Headline Writing, AP Style, Newspapers, Proofreading, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Fact-checking, InCopy, Online Journalism, Breaking News, Web Content, Newspaper Design, Publications, Web Editing, Digital Journalism, Investigative Reporting, Magazines

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2000 — 2004
Bachelor's, Journalism

DeSoto High School   1996 — 2000

Experience
Scripps Treasure Coast Newspapers  February 2014 - Present
Self  July 2013 - Present
Newsday Westchester  September 2012 - June 2013
The Journal News  June 2010 - September 2012
The Daily Times  March 2009 - May 2010
The Daily Times  September 2008 - December 2008
Austin American-Statesman   May 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Photography, Videography, Journalism, Digital Journalism, Photojournalism, Editing, Storytelling, Newspapers, Video, Online Journalism, Breaking News, AP Style, Multimedia, Photos, Content Management, Digital Media, Online News, Photo Mechanic, Image Editing, Video Editing, Visual Journalism, WordPress, Documentary Photography, Sports Photography, News Writing, Feature Articles, Editorial, Headline Writing, Magazines, Soundslides, Publications, Investigative Reporting, Copy Editing, Freelance Writing, SEO, Documentaries

Education
The University of New Mexico   2004 — 2008
Bachelor of University Studies, Documentary photography

Experience
Wofford College  August 2015 - Present
Austin American-Statesman   July 2010 - August 2015
University of Texas at Austin  August 2009 - May 2015
Digital Writing and Research Lab   June 2012 - August 2014
BagNews   March 2011 - 2012
University of Texas at Austin  August 2009 - May 2010
Zappos Family of Companies  January 2007 - July 2007

Skills
Copy Editing, Proofreading, Editing, Teaching Writing, Blogging, Social Media, Adobe Creative Suite, Theatre, Literature, Drupal, Newspapers, Research, Editorial, Public Speaking, Creative Writing, Newsletters, Writing

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2009 — 2014
PhD, English/Rhetoric

The University of Texas at Austin   2007 — 2009
MA, English

University of Nevada-Las Vegas   2001 — 2006
BA, English

Experience
Pier 1 Imports  September 2015 - Present
Pier 1 Imports  January 2011 - September 2015
Pier 1 Imports  July 2008 - January 2011
Fort Worth Star-Telegram  April 1996 - April 2008
Austin American-Statesman   June 1993 - April 1996
Rocky Mountain News  1992 - 1993

Skills
QuarkXPress, Photography, Microsoft Word, Management, Newspaper, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Editing, Layout, Journalism, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Editorial, Newsletters, Copywriting, Catalogs, Graphics, Mac, Newspapers, Content Management, Online Journalism, Headline Writing, Art, Newspaper Design, Brochures, Facebook, Publications, Social Media, Art Direction, Storytelling, AP Style, Publishing, Proofreading, Advertising

Education
The University of Kansas   1989 — 1993
B.S., Journalism

Shawnee Mission East   1986 — 1989

Experience
Austin American-Statesman   August 2014 - Present
Austin American-Statesman   September 2013 - August 2014
Austin American-Statesman   February 2013 - September 2013
Austin American-Statesman   January 2012 - January 2013
Austin American-Statesman   October 2009 - January 2012
Austin American-Statesman   November 2004 - October 2009
Austin American-Statesman   June 2003 - November 2004
The Dallas Morning News  January 2002 - June 2003
Adweek  January 2000 - January 2002
American Museum of Natural History  January 1999 - January 2000

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1995 — 1998
B.A., History

Experience
Morton's The Steakhouse  March 2014 - Present
1337 Wine   May 2009 - Present
Saltgrass Steakhouse  January 2011 - March 2014
TGI Fridays  October 2009 - December 2010
Champps Americana - Talent Alliance Employment, Inc.   June 2008 - June 2009
ESPN Zone  February 2005 - June 2008
Disney Regional Entertainment  2005 - 2008
Dave & Buster's   February 1995 - February 2005
Murdoch Magazines  September 1991 - October 1996
Austin American-Statesman   September 1985 - September 1991

Skills
Social Networking, Wine, Retail, Restaurants, POS, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Blogging, Hospitality, Scheduling, Inventory Management, Wine Tasting, Wine Education, Video Editing, Final Cut Pro, Web Video, Guest Recovery, Social Media, Food & Beverage, Facebook, Merchandising, Restaurant Management, Video Production, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Event Management, OS X, Event Planning, Public Relations, Wineries, Sales, Management, Food, Alcoholic Beverages, Winemaking, Beer, Food Pairing, Hiring, Food Service, Time Management, Menu Development, Sales Operations, Catering, Micros, Training, P&L, Bartending, Process Scheduler, MICROS

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1985 — 1989
BA, Music

Experience
Cox Target Media, provider of Valpak Services   January 2011 - Present
Valpak  2011 - Present
Cox Target Media  2011 - Present
Austin American-Statesman   June 2008 - January 2011
Waco Tribune-Herald  2005 - 2008

Skills
Media Planning, Direct Mail, New Media, Advertising, Public Relations, Online Advertising, Social Media, Leadership, Advertising Sales, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Planning, Digital Strategy, Media Relations, Media Buying, Direct Marketing, Lead Generation, Marketing Strategy, Journalism, New Business Development, Mobile Marketing, Newspaper, Digital Media, Digital Marketing, Copywriting, Ap Style, Marketing, Newspapers, SEM, Account Management, Online Marketing, SEO, Sales, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Communications, Strategic Partnerships, Press Releases, Sales Management, Graphic Design, Salesforce.com

Education
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science

Experience
Word Surgeon   June 1984 - Present
Orange County Register  June 2000 - October 2008
The Orange County (CA) Register/Freedom Communications   2000 - 2008
Austin American-Statesman   June 1984 - March 1999
University of Texas at Austin  August 1997 - May 1998

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1979 — 1983
Bachelor, Journalism

Experience
WellMed Medical Management  September 2011 - Present
WellMed Medical Management  January 2009 - September 2011
The CE Group  August 2001 - December 2008
San Antonio Express-News  1994 - 2001
Corpus Christi Caller-Times  1991 - 1993
Austin American-Statesman   1988 - 1990
The Daily Texan  1987 - 1989

Skills
Coordination, Public Relations, Media Relations, Editing, Copywriting, Crisis Communications, Speech Writing, Event Planning, Social Media, Strategic Communications, Event Management, Corporate Communications

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1985 — 1990
Journalism

Experience
Reeves Strategy Group -- Strategic Communications, Marketing, PR & Social Media   April 2009 - Present
Public Strategies, Inc.   November 1994 - May 2009
Perot Systems  2002 - 2007
Merrill Lynch  September 2000 - January 2002
Office of the late Congressman J.J. "Jake" Pickle   1992 - 1994
Texas Attorney General  1992 - 1992
Office of Houston Mayor Kathy Whitmire   June 1990 - December 1991
March of Dimes -- Texas Gulf Coast Chapter   September 1989 - May 1990
Austin American-Statesman   September 1986 - October 1989
Texas House of Representatives  1987 - 1989

Skills
Strategic Communications, Social Media Strategy, Corporate Communications, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Internal Communications, Thought Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Communication Training, Press Releases, Strategic Planning, Crisis Management, Presentation Coaching, Corporate Social..., Copywriting, Integrated Marketing, Marketing, Public Speaking, Message Development, Social Networking, Speech Writing, Social Media Marketing, Brand Development, Public Affairs, Messaging, Brand Architecture, Leadership Development, Email Marketing, Strategy, Reputation Management, Crisis Communications, Crisis Communications..., Brand Strategy, Presentation Skills..., Internal Branding, Employee Engagement, Investor Relations, Financial Communications, Advocacy Marketing, Advocacy Communications, Legislative..., Public Affairs Strategy, Nonprofit Branding, Nonprofit Marketing, LinkedIn Strategy, LinkedIn Marketing, Social Media Strategist, HR Communications, Organizational..., Diversity Marketing

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1980 — 1985

SMU Cox School of Business Continuing Education courses on Managerial Finance, Accounting
Certificate of Completion

Experience
Texas General Land Office  January 2003 - Present
Austin American-Statesman   January 2002 - January 2003
Corpus Christi Caller-Times  1999 - 2001
Corpus Christi Caller-Times  1997 - 1999
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal  January 1994 - January 1997

Skills
Editing, Media Relations, Speech Writing, Politics, Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Ap Style, Political Campaigns, Legislative Relations, Journalism, Social Media, Press Releases, Internal Communications, Crisis Communications, Public Policy, Copy Editing, Political Communication, News Writing, Storytelling, Corporate Communications, Message Development, Government, Public Affairs, Newspapers, AP Style, Grassroots Organizing, Policy Analysis, State Government, Writing, Newsletters

Education
UT-Austin   1988 — 1993
Bachelor of Journalism

PRSA APR course

Experience
AutoRevolution.com   June 1999 - Present
Austin American-Statesman   1997 - 1999

Skills
E-commerce, Lead Generation, Sales Management, Online Marketing, Online Advertising, Marketing Strategy, SEO, Sales Process, SEM, New Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, B2B, Account Management, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Automotive, Email Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Process Improvement, CodeSmith, Social Media, Process Improvement..., Mobile Marketing, PPC, Analytics, Web Applications, Business, Experienced Business..., Business Intelligence, Coaching, Strategic Communications, Computer Hardware, Computer Network..., Data Analysis, Data Analytics, Data Science, Executive Management, Information Technology, Information Management, Information Security, Network Security, Search Engine Ranking, Search Engine Technology, Software, Web Development, Technical Support, Technical Analysis, Social Networking, Problem Solving, Google Analytics

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1993 — 1997

Experience
The Dallas Morning News  September 2015 - Present
The Washington Post  June 2015 - August 2015
Texas Tribune  August 2014 - May 2015
Austin American-Statesman   May 2014 - August 2014
The Daily Texan  January 2014 - May 2014
The Daily Texan  August 2013 - December 2013
The Daily Texan  May 2013 - December 2013
The Daily Texan  May 2013 - December 2013
The Daily Texan  January 2013 - May 2013
The Daily Texan  August 2012 - December 2012

Skills
Journalism, Storytelling, Online Journalism, News Writing, Writing, Newspapers, Breaking News, Feature Writing, Beat Reporting, Fact-checking, Editorial, Reporting, Blogging, Pitching Ideas, Digital Journalism, Methode, AP Style, WordPress, Adobe Creative Suite, Audacity, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Reliability, Deadline Oriented

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2011 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, Journalism

Experience
R&R Limousine and Bus  December 2014 - Present
Venta Financial Group, Inc.   March 2012 - August 2013
Golfsmith  January 2010 - October 2011
Golfsmith International  November 2007 - January 2010
Target  April 1995 - September 2006
Austin American-Statesman   August 1998 - October 1999

Skills
Employee Relations, Payroll, Recruiting, Data Entry, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Succession Planning, Employee Benefits, Performance Management, Organizational..., Human Resources, Benefits Administration, Deferred Compensation, Onboarding, Training, Management, HRIS

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2011 — 2011
Human Resources Management, Human Resources Management Certificate Program

Professional Career Development Institute   2000 — 2003
Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine

Experience
RetailMeNot, Inc.   March 2015 - Present
Austin American-Statesman   January 2014 - February 2015
Indie Shuffle, LLC  April 2012 - January 2015
Demand Media  October 2012 - January 2014
Meredith  July 2010 - September 2012
Initiative  October 2009 - July 2010
Universal McCann  October 2007 - March 2009
Cultura Advertising   June 2006 - August 2006

Skills
Spanish, Strategy, Advertising, Marketing, Marketing Research, Social Media Marketing, Management, Digital Media, Media Buying, InDesign, Social Media

Education
The University of Kansas   2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science and Arts, Journalism (Advertising/PR) and Spanish

Universidad de Sevilla   2005 — 2005
Idioma y Linguisticas, Espanol

Experience
Concentra  February 2013 - Present
Onin Staffing  June 2012 - January 2013
Nova Medical Centers  February 2012 - May 2012
Austin American-Statesman   October 2008 - January 2012
Ramar Communications  April 2009 - September 2009
Ramar Communications  March 1999 - September 2008
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal  May 1995 - March 1999

Skills
Promotions, Newspaper, Television, Customer Relations, Advertising, New Business Development, Creative Problem Solving, Contract Negotiation, Account Management, B2B, Budgets, Business Development, Cold Calling, Copywriting, Customer Retention, Customer Service, Digital Marketing, Facebook, Integrated Marketing, Lead Generation, Leadership, Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Media Buying, Online Advertising, Project Planning, Public Relations, SEM, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Sales Presentations, Salesforce.com, Selling, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Teamwork, Time Management, Training, Direct Mail

Education
Texas Tech University   1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communications

Experience
Austin Independent School District  June 2015 - Present
Austin Independent School District  2012 - Present
Music for Life, African Children's Choir   2011 - October 2012
Austin Independent School District  October 2009 - May 2012
Austin ISD and Round Rock ISD   August 2006 - May 2011
Austin American-Statesman   March 1996 - January 1999
Fort Worth Star-Telegram  March 1993 - March 1996
Fort Worth Star-Telegram  February 1993 - May 1993
Wilkes-Barre Times Leader  October 1992 - January 1993
Houston Chronicle  June 1992 - August 1992

Skills
instructing, writing, editing, Editing, Press Releases, Copy Editing, Teaching, Storytelling, Proofreading, Interviews, Newsletters, Creative Writing, Journalism, News Writing, Blogging, AP Style, Newspapers, Public Speaking, Feature Articles, Writing

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1988 — 1992
B of Journalism, newspaper/magazine journalism

Merkel High School   1984 — 1988
High School diploma

Experience
Isola & Associates, LLC   November 1991 - Present
Communications & Strategic Planning   1990 - Present
FORWARD Florida   August 2014 - Present
Twentieth Century Financial Corporation   1989 - 1990
Robinson, Yesawich & Pepperdine   1987 - 1989
Gibbs & Soell  1985 - 1987
Austin American-Statesman   1983 - 1985
Killeen Daily Herald  1982 - 1983

Skills
Banking, Finance, Strategy, Mortgage Banking, Loans, Mortgage Lending, Investments, Commercial Lending, Commercial Mortgages, Consumer Lending, Corporate Communications, Credit Analysis, Credit Risk, Loan Origination, Management, Marketing, Media Relations, Public Relations, Real Estate, Social Media Marketing, Training, Strategic Planning, Underwriting, Wealth Management

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1983 — 1985
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Management

Texas Tech University   1978 — 1982
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism

Experience
Austin American-Statesman   March 2014 - Present
LIN Media (KXAN-TV)   March 2012 - March 2014
KEYE-TV  February 2010 - March 2012
Hyatt Hotels and Resorts of Texas   August 2009 - February 2010
Time Warner Cable  September 2008 - May 2009
KLRU –TV (Austin’s PBS), Austin City Limits   January 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Social Media, Account Management, New Media, Blogging, Video, Digital Media, Management, Press Releases, Television, Broadcast, Creative Direction, Market Research, Media Planning, Sales, Advertising, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Salesforce.com

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2006 — 2009
Communication Studies, Corporate Communications and Business

Experience
ANSYS, Inc.   October 2014 - Present
VMWare  October 2010 - September 2014
Netsimplicity   February 2006 - February 2010
Direct Impact / Sony Account   January 2004 - April 2005
AT&T  January 2001 - January 2003
Dell  November 1999 - December 2000
Texas Solar Source   September 1997 - October 1999
MCI  April 1996 - September 1997
Austin American-Statesman   February 1989 - August 1992

Skills
Negotiation, Cold Calling, Hunting, Selling, Sales Process, Salesforce.com, Solution Selling, Cloud Computing, SaaS, Enterprise Software, Business Intelligence

Education
The University of Texas at Austin

Experience
Travis County  March 2007 - Present
Travis County  May 2006 - March 2007
Travis County  January 2005 - May 2006
Travis County  January 2004 - December 2004
Travis County  December 2000 - December 2003
Upshot Marketing  June 2000 - October 2000
U.S. Census Bureau   January 2000 - July 2000
Wellesley Inn & Suites   December 1998 - July 2000
Austin American-Statesman   January 1998 - August 1998

Skills
Public Procurement, Contract Management, Strategic Communications, Contract Development, E-procurement, Contract Negotiation, Purchasing, Sourcing & Procurement, Community Outreach, Vendor Management, Negotiation, Procurement, Microsoft Office, Government, Project Coordination, Strategic Planning, Policy, Program Management, Management, Project Management, Construction, Process Improvement, Budgets, Team Building, Community Development, Project Planning, Proposal Writing, Leadership, Analysis, Training

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1994 — 1999
Bachelor's degree, Journalism

Experience
Newsday  August 2015 - Present
Sun-Sentinel  September 2014 - July 2015
Miami Herald  June 2014 - August 2014
Reporting Texas  January 2014 - May 2014
AKPC SAT Prep School   January 2012 - May 2014
Austin American-Statesman   September 2013 - February 2014
The University of Texas at Austin  August 2013 - January 2014
Austin MD Magazine   June 2013 - August 2013
KUT Radio  January 2013 - August 2013
Texas Monthly  September 2012 - November 2012

Skills
Copy Editing, Journalism, News Writing, Social Media, Public Policy, Blogging, Storytelling, Photography, Feature Articles, Magazines, Investigative Reporting, Data Visualization, Ap Style, Editing, Fact-checking, AP Style, Multimedia

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2012 — 2014
Master of Arts (M.A.), Journalism

The University of Texas at Austin   2007 — 2012
BS, Journalism

Experience
Dell  February 1998 - Present
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)   1984 - 1998
Austin American-Statesman   1973 - 1984

Skills
Communication Training, Analyst Relations, Messaging, Cross-functional Team..., Storage, Salesforce.com, Media Relations, Issues Management, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Internal Communications, Strategic Partnerships, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Program Management, Strategic Communications, Message Development, Social Media, Corporate Communications, Thought Leadership, Crisis Communications, Strategy, Product Launch, Newsletters, Speech Writing, Copywriting, Integrated Marketing, Press Releases, Marketing Communications

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1969 — 1974
Bachelor of Journalism, Public Relations

Vestal Central High School   1966 — 1969
Regents Diploma

Experience
The Pew Charitable Trusts  September 2014 - Present
The Pew Charitable Trusts  March 2013 - September 2014
The Pew Charitable Trusts  April 2011 - June 2013
The Pew Charitable Trusts  January 2010 - May 2011
Ricchetti Inc.   March 2006 - December 2009
The Boston Globe  June 2000 - March 2006
Austin American-Statesman   January 1996 - June 2000

Skills
Excellent writing and..., Expertise in fiscal..., In-depth knowledge of..., Experience at the..., Command of current..., Strategic Communications, Politics, Editing, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Editorial, Web Content

Education
The George Washington University   2007 — 2008
Master's, International Policy and Practice

Yale University   1987 — 1991
B.A., History

Experience
Tucker & Dunn Bonds and Insurance   August 2009 - Present
Outerwear USA   June 2008 - July 2009
NTS Communications  April 2008 - June 2008
Ad Ventures in Texas   October 2007 - December 2007
Austin American-Statesman   March 2006 - September 2007

Education
Texas Tech University   2000 — 2005

Experience
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)   1997 - Present
Austin American-Statesman   July 1989 - July 1997
Dallas Times Herald  September 1987 - June 1989

Skills
Editing, Journalism, Copy Editing, Higher Education, Blogging, Social Media, University Teaching, Research, College Teaching, Publications, Feature Articles, News Writing, Teaching, Public Speaking, AP style writing, Computer-assisted..., Data journalism

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1971 — 1974
B.A., Journalism

Experience
Spiceworks  December 2012 - Present
Citizen Generation  February 2009 - February 2014
The Austin American Statesman  March 2012 - December 2012
Austin American-Statesman   October 2009 - February 2012
Austin American-Statesman   May 2007 - October 2009
LBTJ Group   August 2006 - February 2007
Steel Advertising & Interactive  2003 - 2003

Skills
Online Advertising, Media Planning, Social Media, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Media Buying, Facebook, SEM, Digital Marketing, Blogging, Digital Media, Email Marketing, SEO, Salesforce.com, Salesforce.com..., Microsoft Office, DoubleClick, Yahoo Ad Serving System, Omniture

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2001 — 2006
MA, Advertising-Media

Experience
eType Services   January 2010 - Present
SXSW  2008 - Present
LibreDigital  April 2008 - November 2009
Rumbo Newspapers   July 2004 - January 2008
Austin American-Statesman   May 1986 - July 2004

Skills
Mobile Marketing, Publishing, Content Management, New Media, Digital Media, Digital Strategy, Editorial, Advertising, Journalism, Newspaper, Publications, Online Advertising, Newspapers, Content Strategy, Leadership, Public Relations, Press Releases, SEO, Online Publishing, Entrepreneurship, Management, Social Media Marketing, E-commerce, Strategic Planning, Email Marketing, Copy Editing, Editing, Magazines, Start-ups, Strategic Partnerships, Copywriting, Books, AP Style, Blogging, Multimedia, Ebooks, CRM, Content Development, Digital Marketing, Information Technology, Online Marketing, Web Content, Publicity, Social Media, Mobile Devices, Social Networking, Facebook, Mobile Applications, Newsletters, Storytelling

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1983 — 1988

Experience
Cox Media Group  March 2013 - Present
Austin American-Statesman   January 2009 - September 2011
Austin American-Statesman   October 2001 - January 2009
Austin American-Statesman   January 1995 - October 2001
Austin American-Statesman   August 1990 - January 1995
Austin American-Statesman   August 1989 - August 1990
Austin American-Statesman   January 1988 - August 1989
Austin American-Statesman   May 1987 - January 1988
Austin American-Statesman   December 1985 - May 1987

Skills
Advertising, Newspaper, Digital Media, Media Planning, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, SEM, Digital Marketing, Copywriting, Salesforce.com, New Media, Content Strategy, Online Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Digital Strategy, Copy Editing, Advertising Sales, Multimedia, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Newspapers, Content Development, Marketing, Leadership, Lead Generation, B2B, Newsletters, Web Content, Creative Direction, Mobile Marketing, Email Marketing, Strategy, Training, Management, Sales

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1979 — 1985
Bachelor of Science, Advertising

Experience
Universal Health Services - Anchor Hospital   March 2009 - Present
Global Novations (a Korn/Ferry Company)   November 2004 - Present
The Entelechy Group, LLC   March 2004 - Present
Cox Enterprises, Inc.   November 2003 - Present
The Khafre Ward Corporation   June 2008 - June 2008
Austin American-Statesman   November 2007 - April 2008
University of Georgia Career Center  October 2005 - May 2007
Pope & Associates, Inc.   September 2001 - August 2002

Skills
Employee Training, Organizational..., Staff Development, Coaching, Career Development, Workshop Facilitation, Training, Leadership, Organizational..., Program Management, Management, Leadership Development, Performance Management, Talent Management, Executive Coaching, Team Building, Instructional Design, Multicultural, Training Delivery, Teaching, Conflict Resolution, Onboarding, Career Counseling, Succession Planning, Employee Engagement, Change Management, Personnel Management, Diversity Training, Employee Relations

Education
The University of Georgia   2005 — 2007
Master of Education, Professional Counseling / Guidance & Counseling

University of Cincinnati   1996 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology

University of Cincinnati   1996 — 2001
Certificate, Religious Studies

Experience
Austin American-Statesman   May 2015 - Present
Austin American-Statesman   June 2014 - April 2015
Harris Connect  2013 - 2014
Harris Connect  2011 - 2013
Harris Connect  2009 - 2011
Harris Connect  2006 - 2009

Skills
Philanthropy, Lead Generation, Stewardship, Fundraising, Salesforce.com, Sales Presentations, Annual Giving, Sales, Account Management, Training, Employee Training, Organizational..., Management, Program Management

Education
University of West Florida   2000 — 2002
Industrial and Organizational Psychology

The University of Southern Mississippi   1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology

Elementary School

Elementary School

Experience
US Department of State  November 2009 - Present
U.S. Department of State   August 2006 - November 2009
Austin American-Statesman   2005 - 2006
U.S. Peace Corps/KENYA   2003 - 2005
Austin American-Statesman   1998 - 2003
The Augusta Chronicle  June 1993 - April 1998
The Red & Black  September 1992 - June 1993

Skills
Foreign Policy, Public Diplomacy, Journalism, Policy Analysis, Central Asia, International..., Politics, International Relations, Policy, Government, Political Science, Research

Education
The University of Georgia
Bachelors, Journalism - Newspapers

Experience
The Washington Post  September 2014 - Present
Austin American-Statesman   September 2012 - September 2014
Austin American-Statesman   October 2000 - September 2012
Corpus Christi Caller-Times  December 1998 - October 2000
The Oakland Press  February 1995 - December 1998
The Monitor  March 1991 - February 1995

Skills
Journalism, Headline Writing, Copy Editing, Editing, Breaking News, Publications, Storytelling, Editorial, Feature Articles, Web Content, Online Journalism, News Writing, Fact-checking, AP Style, Tomfoolery, Content Strategy, Newspapers, Newsletters, Blogging, Proofreading, Facebook, Content Management, Press Releases, Media Relations, Multimedia, Pagination, Newspaper Design, Magazines, Investigative Reporting, Web Editing, Online News, Columns, Freelance Writing, Publicity, Content Development, QuarkXPress, Publishing, New Media, Copywriting, Web Content Management, Speech Writing, Audacity, Online Publishing, Creative Writing

Education
School of Hard Knocks   1965 — 2020
Bachelor of Science (BS), Humor

The University of Texas-Pan American   1988 — 1991
None, Communications

Edcouch-Elsa High School

The University of Texas at Austin

Experience
The Nexxus Group  April 2009 - Present
Auto Trader Publishing  September 2006 - April 2009
USA Today  February 2002 - July 2006
Houston Chronicle  June 1990 - January 2002
Austin American-Statesman   1986 - 1990

Skills
Retail, Account Management, Sales Management, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Management, Leadership, Sales, Marketing, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Customer Service, Sales Operations, Strategic Partnerships, Merchandising, Contract Negotiation, Selling, Pricing, Sales Process

Education
University of Houston-Downtown   1999 — 2001
Business

The University of Texas at Austin   1979 — 1981
Business

Experience
Grandview Heights City School District   May 2013 - Present
First Community Church  November 2012 - May 2013
TriVillage Mentor League   August 2002 - June 2012
GE Information Services  July 1987 - March 1988
USA TODAY Newspaper   May 1986 - June 1987
Austin American-Statesman   April 1985 - December 1985
Dallas Morning News  June 1982 - April 1984

Skills
Public Relations, Program Research,..., Organizational Growth..., Community and Corporate..., Public and Press..., Excellent..., Event Planning and..., Budget Management and..., Event Management, Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, Management, Event Planning

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1982 — 1985
Bachelors of Journalism, Journalism, communications, public relations

Stephen F. Austin High School   1979 — 1982

Experience
Self Employed Writer/Author  April 1995 - Present
Golf Writers Association of America, Inc.   1998 - Present
The University of Texas at Austin  January 2000 - January 2012
The Houston Post  November 1983 - April 1995
Austin American-Statesman   December 1975 - November 1983

Skills
Journalism, Sports Writing, Event Planning, Storytelling, University Teaching, Event Management, Events Coordination, Sports, Blogging, Golf, Online Journalism, Media Relations, Books, Public Relations, Creative Writing, Publishing, Social Media Marketing, Football, Research, Online Publishing, Facebook, Twitter, Organization, Management, Reporting & Analysis, Editing, Non-profit..., Social Media, Press Releases, Newspapers

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1971 — 1975
BA, American History

Robert E. Lee High School, Houston TX   1968 — 1971

Experience
Freedom Title Coppell   2013 - 2014
Stokes Law Office, PLLC - Freedom Title   2012 - 2014
Around the Block Child Care   2009 - 2012
Auto Revo   2005 - 2009
Austin American-Statesman   2000 - 2005

Skills
Accounts Payable, Online Marketing, Email Marketing, Business Development, Social Networking, Social Media, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Texas Notary Public, Digital Media, Event Planning, Salesforce.com, Sales, Lead Generation, SEO, Advertising, Online Advertising, Direct Marketing, SEM, Constant Contact, Blogging, Direct Mail, CRM, Account Management, Budget Process, Customer Support, Accounts Receivable, Travel Planning, Time Management, Teamwork, QuickBooks, Editing

Education
Texas Woman's University
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration and Management, Marketing, Cum Laude