Chicago Sun-Times
Industry: Newspaper
DescriptionThe Chicago Sun-Times is a daily newspaper published in Chicago, Illinois, United States. It is the flagship paper of the Sun-Times Media Group, with the biggest circulation in Chicago and the 9th of the US. Owner(s): Sun-Times Media Group; (ST Acquisition Holdings) Circulation: 120,000 Headquarters: 30 N. Racine Ave; Suite 300; Chicago, IL 60607; United States Editor: Chris Fusco First issue date: 1948 Format: Tabloid Awards: Pulitzer Prize for Breaking News Reporting, Pulitzer Prize for Local Reporting
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Chicago Sun-Times Employees
Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Jean Lachat Jean Lachat's Chicago Sun-Times Experience December 1999 - December 2011
Job Photojournalist Educator
Industry Photography
Experience
jean lachat photography June 2008 - Present
The Art Institutes January 2013 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times December 1999 - December 2011
lia sophia December 2006 - May 2008
Daily Southtown 1990 - 1999
Daily Illini August 1985 - May 1989
Skills
Photography, Photo Editing, Photojournalism, Wedding Photojournalism, Lifestyle Portraits, Journalism, Blogging, Teaching Skills, Social Media, Sports Photography, Portraits, Lifestyle, Photos, Weddings, Food, Digital Photography, Magazines, Editorial, Editing, Writing, Social Networking, Photoshop, InDesign, Portrait Photography, Newspaper, Newspapers, Publications, Image Editing, News Writing, Copy Editing, Event Photography, AP Style, Sports, Multimedia, Teaching, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Travel Photography, Lifestyle Photography
Education
Roosevelt University 1995 — 1999
MS, Journalism
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1985 — 1989
BS, Journalism
jean lachat photography June 2008 - Present
The Art Institutes January 2013 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times December 1999 - December 2011
lia sophia December 2006 - May 2008
Daily Southtown 1990 - 1999
Daily Illini August 1985 - May 1989
Skills
Photography, Photo Editing, Photojournalism, Wedding Photojournalism, Lifestyle Portraits, Journalism, Blogging, Teaching Skills, Social Media, Sports Photography, Portraits, Lifestyle, Photos, Weddings, Food, Digital Photography, Magazines, Editorial, Editing, Writing, Social Networking, Photoshop, InDesign, Portrait Photography, Newspaper, Newspapers, Publications, Image Editing, News Writing, Copy Editing, Event Photography, AP Style, Sports, Multimedia, Teaching, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Travel Photography, Lifestyle Photography
Education
Roosevelt University 1995 — 1999
MS, Journalism
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1985 — 1989
BS, Journalism
jeff stainer jeff stainer's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1984 - 1989
Job Real Estate Broker At Re/Max Action
Industry Real Estate
Experience
RE/MAX Action 2003 - Present
Pro-Am Music 1990 - 2001
Chicago Sun-Times 1984 - 1989
Skills
CLHMS, CDPE, Short Sales, New Home Construction, Sellers, Relocation, Residential Homes, National Association of..., Real Estate, REO, Property, Sales, Negotiation, Marketing, Buyer Representation, Investment Properties, First Time Home Buyers
Education
Northern Illinois University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting
RE/MAX Action 2003 - Present
Pro-Am Music 1990 - 2001
Chicago Sun-Times 1984 - 1989
Skills
CLHMS, CDPE, Short Sales, New Home Construction, Sellers, Relocation, Residential Homes, National Association of..., Real Estate, REO, Property, Sales, Negotiation, Marketing, Buyer Representation, Investment Properties, First Time Home Buyers
Education
Northern Illinois University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting
Alex Kane Rudansky Alex Kane Rudansky's Chicago Sun-Times Experience August 2012 - September 2012
Job Account Executive at Frequency540
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Frequency540 August 2015 - Present
Frequency540 August 2014 - August 2015
Wrapports/Sun-Times Media December 2013 - August 2014
InformationWeek July 2013 - December 2013
The Washington Post January 2013 - March 2013
The Daily Northwestern August 2012 - November 2012
Chicago Sun-Times August 2012 - September 2012
McClatchy Newspapers June 2012 - August 2012
Chicago Sun-Times April 2012 - June 2012
University of Medicine July 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Blogging, Editing, Press Releases, Media Relations, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Web Content
Education
Northwestern University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor's, Journalism
Mamaroneck High School 2005 — 2009
Frequency540 August 2015 - Present
Frequency540 August 2014 - August 2015
Wrapports/Sun-Times Media December 2013 - August 2014
InformationWeek July 2013 - December 2013
The Washington Post January 2013 - March 2013
The Daily Northwestern August 2012 - November 2012
Chicago Sun-Times August 2012 - September 2012
McClatchy Newspapers June 2012 - August 2012
Chicago Sun-Times April 2012 - June 2012
University of Medicine July 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Blogging, Editing, Press Releases, Media Relations, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Web Content
Education
Northwestern University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor's, Journalism
Mamaroneck High School 2005 — 2009
Cassandra West Cassandra West's Chicago Sun-Times Experience July 1990 - January 1994
Job Communications Manager at Seven Generations Ahead
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Seven Generations Ahead March 2015 - Present
New Media Access 2007 - Present
Seeding Chicago 2010 - Present
The Chicago Reporter April 2013 - January 2014
Northwestern University January 2007 - December 2012
Chicago Foundation for Women November 2007 - December 2008
Chicago Tribune January 1994 - December 2007
COMMUNITY MEDIA WORKSHOP, Chicago June 2007 - September 2007
Chicago Sun-Times July 1990 - January 1994
St. Louis Sun August 1989 - May 1990
Skills
Journalism, Editing, Press Releases, Social Media, Newsletters, Editorial, Multimedia, WordPress, Writing, Web Content, Television, Photoshop, Blogging, Feature Articles, AP Style, Storytelling, Proofreading, Public Speaking, Publications, Urban Agriculture, SEO and SEM, New Media, Public Relations, Social Networking, Copy Editing, Project Execution, Adobe Creative Suite, Digital Media, Project Management, Marketing Communications, News Writing, Video Editing, InDesign, Research, Media Relations, Nonprofits, Corporate Communications, Final Cut Pro, Internal Communications, Newspapers, Photography
Education
Northwestern University 1995 — 1997
U.S. history, literature
Mount Holyoke College
BA, English, economics, studio art
Seven Generations Ahead March 2015 - Present
New Media Access 2007 - Present
Seeding Chicago 2010 - Present
The Chicago Reporter April 2013 - January 2014
Northwestern University January 2007 - December 2012
Chicago Foundation for Women November 2007 - December 2008
Chicago Tribune January 1994 - December 2007
COMMUNITY MEDIA WORKSHOP, Chicago June 2007 - September 2007
Chicago Sun-Times July 1990 - January 1994
St. Louis Sun August 1989 - May 1990
Skills
Journalism, Editing, Press Releases, Social Media, Newsletters, Editorial, Multimedia, WordPress, Writing, Web Content, Television, Photoshop, Blogging, Feature Articles, AP Style, Storytelling, Proofreading, Public Speaking, Publications, Urban Agriculture, SEO and SEM, New Media, Public Relations, Social Networking, Copy Editing, Project Execution, Adobe Creative Suite, Digital Media, Project Management, Marketing Communications, News Writing, Video Editing, InDesign, Research, Media Relations, Nonprofits, Corporate Communications, Final Cut Pro, Internal Communications, Newspapers, Photography
Education
Northwestern University 1995 — 1997
U.S. history, literature
Mount Holyoke College
BA, English, economics, studio art
Hunter Atkins Hunter Atkins's Chicago Sun-Times Experience June 2006 - September 2006
Job Freelance Reporter for ESPN The Magazine at ESPN
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
ESPN January 2012 - Present
The New York Times August 2011 - Present
Men's Journal February 2012 - Present
Rolling Stone September 2011 - Present
Northwestern University September 2007 - November 2011
Newsday June 2010 - September 2010
Cape Times March 2010 - June 2010
Chicago Sun-Times June 2006 - September 2006
Skills
Journalism, Audacity, Photography, Storytelling, Feature Articles, News Writing
Education
Northwestern University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor's, Journalism
ESPN January 2012 - Present
The New York Times August 2011 - Present
Men's Journal February 2012 - Present
Rolling Stone September 2011 - Present
Northwestern University September 2007 - November 2011
Newsday June 2010 - September 2010
Cape Times March 2010 - June 2010
Chicago Sun-Times June 2006 - September 2006
Skills
Journalism, Audacity, Photography, Storytelling, Feature Articles, News Writing
Education
Northwestern University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor's, Journalism
Cassandra Forte Cassandra Forte's Chicago Sun-Times Experience February 2011 - April 2011
Job Kindergarten Apprentice at UNO Charter School Network
Industry Media Production
Experience
UNO Charter School Network August 2015 - Present
Saferide November 2014 - Present
Grossinger Autoplex June 2012 - July 2012
Chicago Sun-Times February 2011 - April 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Research, Leadership, Avid Media Composer, DaVinci Resolve, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Celtx, Cinematography
Education
Northwestern University 2011 — 2015
Radio/Television/Film
UNO Charter School Network August 2015 - Present
Saferide November 2014 - Present
Grossinger Autoplex June 2012 - July 2012
Chicago Sun-Times February 2011 - April 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Research, Leadership, Avid Media Composer, DaVinci Resolve, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Celtx, Cinematography
Education
Northwestern University 2011 — 2015
Radio/Television/Film
Amanda Nyren's Chicago Sun-Times Experience October 2008 - January 2010
Job Head of Content at Curiosity.com
Industry Online Media
Experience
Curiosity.com April 2015 - Present
Core Power Yoga May 2013 - June 2015
Groupon July 2014 - April 2015
Groupon October 2011 - July 2014
Groupon November 2010 - October 2011
Groupon August 2010 - October 2010
Chicago Sun-Times October 2008 - January 2010
Morningstar January 2008 - June 2008
Skills
Social Media, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Editing, Online Advertising, Copy Editing, Digital Media, Facebook, Digital Marketing, New Media, Copywriting, Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, Newspaper, Content Development, Salesforce.com, Editorial, Feature Articles, SEO, Creative Writing, Marketing, Content Management, Content Strategy, Web Content, Newspapers
Education
Northwestern University 2004 — 2008
B.A., English Major, Fiction Writing Program; French Minor
Lake Forest High School 2000 — 2004
Curiosity.com April 2015 - Present
Core Power Yoga May 2013 - June 2015
Groupon July 2014 - April 2015
Groupon October 2011 - July 2014
Groupon November 2010 - October 2011
Groupon August 2010 - October 2010
Chicago Sun-Times October 2008 - January 2010
Morningstar January 2008 - June 2008
Skills
Social Media, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Editing, Online Advertising, Copy Editing, Digital Media, Facebook, Digital Marketing, New Media, Copywriting, Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, Newspaper, Content Development, Salesforce.com, Editorial, Feature Articles, SEO, Creative Writing, Marketing, Content Management, Content Strategy, Web Content, Newspapers
Education
Northwestern University 2004 — 2008
B.A., English Major, Fiction Writing Program; French Minor
Lake Forest High School 2000 — 2004
Nancy T. Hildebrandt Nancy T. Hildebrandt's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1991 - 1994
Job Owner / Director at Pinnacle Fitness
Industry Health, Wellness and Fitness
Experience
Pinnacle Fitness 2012 - Present
Fermata Fitness LLC 2006 - Present
Health Care Service Corporation December 2006 - September 2008
Accenture June 2005 - December 2006
Capgemini April 2001 - June 2005
Ernst & Young August 1999 - April 2001
Health Care Service Corporation 1994 - 1999
Chicago Sun-Times 1991 - 1994
Rapp Collins Worldwide 1989 - 1992
Skills
Social Media, Public Speaking, Process Improvement, Team Building, Online Advertising, Public Relations, New Business Development, Competitive Analysis, Account Management, Budgets, Social Media Marketing, Vendor Management, Business Analysis, CRM, Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Change Management, Management, E-commerce, Cross-functional Team..., Start-ups
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1996 — 1999
MBA, Health Services Management
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
B.S., Advertising
Pinnacle Fitness 2012 - Present
Fermata Fitness LLC 2006 - Present
Health Care Service Corporation December 2006 - September 2008
Accenture June 2005 - December 2006
Capgemini April 2001 - June 2005
Ernst & Young August 1999 - April 2001
Health Care Service Corporation 1994 - 1999
Chicago Sun-Times 1991 - 1994
Rapp Collins Worldwide 1989 - 1992
Skills
Social Media, Public Speaking, Process Improvement, Team Building, Online Advertising, Public Relations, New Business Development, Competitive Analysis, Account Management, Budgets, Social Media Marketing, Vendor Management, Business Analysis, CRM, Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Change Management, Management, E-commerce, Cross-functional Team..., Start-ups
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1996 — 1999
MBA, Health Services Management
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
B.S., Advertising
Tricia Despres Tricia Despres's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 2010 - Present
Job Entertainment Writer
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
RARE Country January 2015 - Present
Country Weekly 2011 - Present
Country Music Association 2011 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times 2010 - Present
Kentucky Monthly Magazine 2009 - Present
Tricia Despres October 2001 - Present
Today's Chicago Woman 2009 - 2015
ChicagoStyle Weddings 2009 - 2015
ChicagoStyle Weddings 2009 - 2015
ChicagoStyle Weddings 2009 - 2015
Skills
Journalism, Publications, Editing, Blogging, Writing, Proofreading, Magazines, Editorial, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Freelance Writing, Web Content
Education
Northern Illinois University 1990 — 1994
bachelor of science, journalism
RARE Country January 2015 - Present
Country Weekly 2011 - Present
Country Music Association 2011 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times 2010 - Present
Kentucky Monthly Magazine 2009 - Present
Tricia Despres October 2001 - Present
Today's Chicago Woman 2009 - 2015
ChicagoStyle Weddings 2009 - 2015
ChicagoStyle Weddings 2009 - 2015
ChicagoStyle Weddings 2009 - 2015
Skills
Journalism, Publications, Editing, Blogging, Writing, Proofreading, Magazines, Editorial, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Freelance Writing, Web Content
Education
Northern Illinois University 1990 — 1994
bachelor of science, journalism
Iza Pyatt Iza Pyatt's Chicago Sun-Times Experience February 2014 - Present
Job Advertising Client Service Representative at Chicago SunTimes
Industry Publishing
Experience
Chicago Sun-Times February 2014 - Present
Kimbark Woodlawn Shopping Center, LLC March 2002 - February 2014
Weil, Freiburg and Associates, P.C. July 2013 - January 2014
United Airlines- WHQ February 2010 - April 2013
United Airlines- Ohare Airport May 2006 - January 2010
Old Republic Insurance Company May 2002 - July 2005
Sprint Long Distance Division-Small Business January 2000 - January 2002
Skills
Administrative..., Customer Service, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Airlines, Outlook, Training, Team Building, Supervisory Skills, Employee Relations, Public Speaking, Management, Recruiting, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Budgets, Aviation, Microsoft Word, Commercial Aviation, Flights, Airports, Aircraft, Project Planning, Flight Safety, PowerPoint, Project Management, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Worker Compensation
Education
Northern Illinois University 1976 — 1977
John Marshall Harlan 1973 — 1976
Chicago Sun-Times February 2014 - Present
Kimbark Woodlawn Shopping Center, LLC March 2002 - February 2014
Weil, Freiburg and Associates, P.C. July 2013 - January 2014
United Airlines- WHQ February 2010 - April 2013
United Airlines- Ohare Airport May 2006 - January 2010
Old Republic Insurance Company May 2002 - July 2005
Sprint Long Distance Division-Small Business January 2000 - January 2002
Skills
Administrative..., Customer Service, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Airlines, Outlook, Training, Team Building, Supervisory Skills, Employee Relations, Public Speaking, Management, Recruiting, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Budgets, Aviation, Microsoft Word, Commercial Aviation, Flights, Airports, Aircraft, Project Planning, Flight Safety, PowerPoint, Project Management, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Worker Compensation
Education
Northern Illinois University 1976 — 1977
John Marshall Harlan 1973 — 1976
Spencer Bonne Spencer Bonne's Chicago Sun-Times Experience August 2010 - Present
Job Freelance Copy Editor/Content Producer at Chicago SunTimes
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Chicago Sun-Times August 2010 - Present
Stadelman for State Senate June 2012 - November 2012
Skills
Copy Editing, Web Editing, Image Editing, Headline Writing, Rewriting, AP Style, Deadline Driven, Strategic Communications, Community Outreach, Public Policy, Data Management, Phone Banking, Writing, Written & Verbal..., Creative Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2010 — 2012
B.A., Political Science
Rock Valley College 2008 — 2009
Chicago Sun-Times August 2010 - Present
Stadelman for State Senate June 2012 - November 2012
Skills
Copy Editing, Web Editing, Image Editing, Headline Writing, Rewriting, AP Style, Deadline Driven, Strategic Communications, Community Outreach, Public Policy, Data Management, Phone Banking, Writing, Written & Verbal..., Creative Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2010 — 2012
B.A., Political Science
Rock Valley College 2008 — 2009
Matt McNicholas's Chicago Sun-Times Experience January 2002 - December 2005
Job Design Engineer at Sage Millimeter, Inc.
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Sage Millimeter, Inc. July 2013 - Present
Mad Bomber Fireworks July 2006 - Present
Purdue University September 2010 - July 2013
Southwest Academy of Kyokushinkai January 2004 - January 2013
Purdue University August 2006 - September 2010
Sealtight Roofing June 2005 - June 2007
Chicago Sun-Times January 2002 - December 2005
Complete Kitchen April 2003 - August 2005
Skills
Soldering, Pro Engineer, Lathe, C, Oscilloscope, Milling, AutoCAD, Spectrum Analyzer, Microsoft Office, Assembly Language, Brazing, Layout, RF design, RF, Multisim, Orcad, C programing, AWR Microwave Office, VNA, Forklift Operator, Analog Circuit Design, RF Engineering
Education
Purdue University 2011 — 2013
Master of Science (MS), Electrical Engineering Technology
Purdue University 2005 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Electrical Engineering Technology
brother rice
Sage Millimeter, Inc. July 2013 - Present
Mad Bomber Fireworks July 2006 - Present
Purdue University September 2010 - July 2013
Southwest Academy of Kyokushinkai January 2004 - January 2013
Purdue University August 2006 - September 2010
Sealtight Roofing June 2005 - June 2007
Chicago Sun-Times January 2002 - December 2005
Complete Kitchen April 2003 - August 2005
Skills
Soldering, Pro Engineer, Lathe, C, Oscilloscope, Milling, AutoCAD, Spectrum Analyzer, Microsoft Office, Assembly Language, Brazing, Layout, RF design, RF, Multisim, Orcad, C programing, AWR Microwave Office, VNA, Forklift Operator, Analog Circuit Design, RF Engineering
Education
Purdue University 2011 — 2013
Master of Science (MS), Electrical Engineering Technology
Purdue University 2005 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Electrical Engineering Technology
brother rice
Jay Beaton's Chicago Sun-Times Experience November 2009 - October 2010
Job Principal at On The Beaton Path
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
On The Beaton Path, LLC February 2011 - Present
Your Daily Coffee Shot June 2012 - Present
SpillingTheBeansChicago.com, LLC November 2008 - April 2012
Chicago Sun-Times November 2009 - October 2010
Sun-Times News Group August 2007 - November 2009
East Bay Newspapers September 2004 - May 2007
USA Today May 1999 - August 2004
Skills
Technology Integration, Program Development, Team Building, Account Management, Strategic Partnerships, Business Development, Negotiation, Customer Retention, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Product Management, Contract Negotiation, Sales Management, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Advertising, Strategy, Social Media, Integrated Marketing, Entrepreneurship, SEO, Digital Media, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Management, Direct Marketing, Advertising Sales, SEM, Sales, Brand Development, Training, Sales Operations, Lead Generation, Online Marketing, Direct Mail, Digital Marketing, P&L Management, Creative Direction, Mobile Marketing, Retail, B2B, Marketing Communications, Start-ups, Digital Strategy, Social Networking, Executive Management, E-commerce, Salesforce.com
Education
Northern Illinois University 2008 — 2010
MBA, Marketing; Entrepreneurship; Social Media
Salem State University 1992 — 1994
Bachelors, Business
St. John's Prep 1985 — 1988
University of Massachusetts Lowell
On The Beaton Path, LLC February 2011 - Present
Your Daily Coffee Shot June 2012 - Present
SpillingTheBeansChicago.com, LLC November 2008 - April 2012
Chicago Sun-Times November 2009 - October 2010
Sun-Times News Group August 2007 - November 2009
East Bay Newspapers September 2004 - May 2007
USA Today May 1999 - August 2004
Skills
Technology Integration, Program Development, Team Building, Account Management, Strategic Partnerships, Business Development, Negotiation, Customer Retention, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Product Management, Contract Negotiation, Sales Management, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Advertising, Strategy, Social Media, Integrated Marketing, Entrepreneurship, SEO, Digital Media, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Management, Direct Marketing, Advertising Sales, SEM, Sales, Brand Development, Training, Sales Operations, Lead Generation, Online Marketing, Direct Mail, Digital Marketing, P&L Management, Creative Direction, Mobile Marketing, Retail, B2B, Marketing Communications, Start-ups, Digital Strategy, Social Networking, Executive Management, E-commerce, Salesforce.com
Education
Northern Illinois University 2008 — 2010
MBA, Marketing; Entrepreneurship; Social Media
Salem State University 1992 — 1994
Bachelors, Business
St. John's Prep 1985 — 1988
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Barry Cooper II Barry Cooper II's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 2008 - 2009
Job President at A.B. Cooper Accounting/Limelight Accounting/Globaleyez Entertainment
Industry Accounting
Experience
A.B. Cooper Accounting February 2010 - Present
Limelight Accounting April 2009 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times 2008 - 2009
Shaker Recruitment Advertising & Communications 2007 - 2008
Vi 2005 - 2006
Skills
Tax, Tax Preparation, Entertainment, Bookkeeping, Accounting, Financial Management, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Financial Planning, Budgeting, Negotiation, Forecasting, Quickbooks, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Non-profits, Reconciliation, Payroll, Inventory Management, Cash Flow, Internal Controls, Journal Entries, Managerial Finance, Financial Accounting, QuickBooks, Budgets, Nonprofits, Small Business, Auditing
Education
Robert Morris College 2001 — 2004
Bachelors
A.B. Cooper Accounting February 2010 - Present
Limelight Accounting April 2009 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times 2008 - 2009
Shaker Recruitment Advertising & Communications 2007 - 2008
Vi 2005 - 2006
Skills
Tax, Tax Preparation, Entertainment, Bookkeeping, Accounting, Financial Management, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Financial Planning, Budgeting, Negotiation, Forecasting, Quickbooks, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Non-profits, Reconciliation, Payroll, Inventory Management, Cash Flow, Internal Controls, Journal Entries, Managerial Finance, Financial Accounting, QuickBooks, Budgets, Nonprofits, Small Business, Auditing
Education
Robert Morris College 2001 — 2004
Bachelors
Alicia Eler's Chicago Sun-Times Experience September 2008 - March 2009
Job Writer/Editor
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Hyperallergic, The Guardian UK, Art21 Magazine, KCET Artbound Los Angeles, Crave Online, March 2012 - Present
ReadWriteWeb September 2011 - June 2012
MoveOn January 2011 - September 2011
Sylvia Cartoonist Nicole Hollander April 2010 - June 2011
Chicago Tribune March 2009 - March 2010
Chicago Sun-Times September 2008 - March 2009
Time Out Chicago 2007 - 2009
Skills
Copy Editing, Publishing, Content Management, Content Strategy, Web Content Management, Writing, Creative Writing, Feature Articles, content curation, Copywriting, Editing, Public Relations, Media Relations, YouTube, Books, Photography, Video, Multimedia, Corporate Communications, Publications, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Advertising, Publicity, Newsletters, Marketing Communications, Digital Strategy, Video Editing, Published Author, Travel Writing, Art, Content Writing, Entertainment, Art Criticism, Web Editing, Digital Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Direction, Final Cut Pro, Leadership, Arts Journalism, Internal Communications, Photoshop, InDesign, Curating
Education
Oberlin College 2002 — 2006
BA, Art History, Philosophy, Gender/Queer Studies
Hyperallergic, The Guardian UK, Art21 Magazine, KCET Artbound Los Angeles, Crave Online, March 2012 - Present
ReadWriteWeb September 2011 - June 2012
MoveOn January 2011 - September 2011
Sylvia Cartoonist Nicole Hollander April 2010 - June 2011
Chicago Tribune March 2009 - March 2010
Chicago Sun-Times September 2008 - March 2009
Time Out Chicago 2007 - 2009
Skills
Copy Editing, Publishing, Content Management, Content Strategy, Web Content Management, Writing, Creative Writing, Feature Articles, content curation, Copywriting, Editing, Public Relations, Media Relations, YouTube, Books, Photography, Video, Multimedia, Corporate Communications, Publications, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Advertising, Publicity, Newsletters, Marketing Communications, Digital Strategy, Video Editing, Published Author, Travel Writing, Art, Content Writing, Entertainment, Art Criticism, Web Editing, Digital Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Direction, Final Cut Pro, Leadership, Arts Journalism, Internal Communications, Photoshop, InDesign, Curating
Education
Oberlin College 2002 — 2006
BA, Art History, Philosophy, Gender/Queer Studies
Sehban Zaidi Sehban Zaidi's Chicago Sun-Times Experience February 2008 - August 2008
Job Executive Producer/Director at AnswersMedia
Industry Media Production
Experience
AnswersMedia October 2014 - Present
AnswersMedia September 2012 - October 2014
Karachi United FC June 2004 - December 2012
Palinopsia Studio February 2010 - September 2012
Sean Williams Photography February 2012 - February 2012
Sirk Productions 2008 - 2010
Chicago Sun-Times February 2008 - August 2008
CityFM89 April 2006 - November 2007
Lucid Studios March 2006 - November 2007
A Mighty Heart May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Production, Editing, Film Production, Video Editing, Film Editing, Creative Direction, Video Production, Video Direction, Directing, Project Coordination, Project Implementation, Project Execution, Coaching, Writing, Creative Writing, Speech Writing, Video, Documentaries, Integrated Marketing, Editorial, New Media, Entertainment, Project Management, Broadcast, Film
Education
Northwestern University 2012 — 2014
Master's degree, Public Policy and Administration
Oberlin College 2000 — 2004
BA, Double Major: Cinema Studies & English
New York University 2003 — 2003
Film Production Intensive, TISCH/ Film Production
AnswersMedia October 2014 - Present
AnswersMedia September 2012 - October 2014
Karachi United FC June 2004 - December 2012
Palinopsia Studio February 2010 - September 2012
Sean Williams Photography February 2012 - February 2012
Sirk Productions 2008 - 2010
Chicago Sun-Times February 2008 - August 2008
CityFM89 April 2006 - November 2007
Lucid Studios March 2006 - November 2007
A Mighty Heart May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Production, Editing, Film Production, Video Editing, Film Editing, Creative Direction, Video Production, Video Direction, Directing, Project Coordination, Project Implementation, Project Execution, Coaching, Writing, Creative Writing, Speech Writing, Video, Documentaries, Integrated Marketing, Editorial, New Media, Entertainment, Project Management, Broadcast, Film
Education
Northwestern University 2012 — 2014
Master's degree, Public Policy and Administration
Oberlin College 2000 — 2004
BA, Double Major: Cinema Studies & English
New York University 2003 — 2003
Film Production Intensive, TISCH/ Film Production
Ben Guerra Ben Guerra's Chicago Sun-Times Experience April 2014 - November 2014
Job Digital Strategist at AbelsonTaylor
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
AbelsonTaylor December 2014 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times April 2014 - November 2014
FCB Chicago February 2014 - April 2014
The Marketing Store Worldwide July 2013 - September 2013
Rooney Rippie & Ratnaswamy LLP March 2011 - August 2012
Skills
Social Media, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, SPSS, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Adobe Acrobat, Research, Blogging, Facebook, Digital Strategy, Analytics, Market Research, Digital Marketing
Education
Northwestern University 2012 — 2013
Master of Science (MS) Candidate, Medill School of Journalism: Integrated Marketing Communications
Northwestern University 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, 3.6
AbelsonTaylor December 2014 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times April 2014 - November 2014
FCB Chicago February 2014 - April 2014
The Marketing Store Worldwide July 2013 - September 2013
Rooney Rippie & Ratnaswamy LLP March 2011 - August 2012
Skills
Social Media, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, SPSS, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Adobe Acrobat, Research, Blogging, Facebook, Digital Strategy, Analytics, Market Research, Digital Marketing
Education
Northwestern University 2012 — 2013
Master of Science (MS) Candidate, Medill School of Journalism: Integrated Marketing Communications
Northwestern University 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, 3.6
William Coon William Coon's Chicago Sun-Times Experience June 1988 - January 1989
Job Copy Editor
Industry Internet
Experience
AECOM February 2015 - Present
USA TODAY June 2013 - September 2014
USA TODAY 1999 - June 2013
USA TODAY 1996 - 1999
USA TODAY 1994 - 1996
Democrat and Chronicle 1989 - 1994
Democrat and Chronicle 1993 - 1993
Chicago Sun-Times June 1988 - January 1989
The Kansas City Star September 1987 - December 1987
Skills
Copy Editing, AP Style, Editing, Journalism, Newspapers, Editorial, New Media, Digital Media, WordPress, Fact-checking, Headline Writing, Caption writing, Graphics Editing, Supervisory Skills, Breaking News, Proofreading, Pagination, Publications
Education
Northwestern University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
AECOM February 2015 - Present
USA TODAY June 2013 - September 2014
USA TODAY 1999 - June 2013
USA TODAY 1996 - 1999
USA TODAY 1994 - 1996
Democrat and Chronicle 1989 - 1994
Democrat and Chronicle 1993 - 1993
Chicago Sun-Times June 1988 - January 1989
The Kansas City Star September 1987 - December 1987
Skills
Copy Editing, AP Style, Editing, Journalism, Newspapers, Editorial, New Media, Digital Media, WordPress, Fact-checking, Headline Writing, Caption writing, Graphics Editing, Supervisory Skills, Breaking News, Proofreading, Pagination, Publications
Education
Northwestern University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Neil Steinberg Neil Steinberg's Chicago Sun-Times Experience March 1987 - Present
Job columnist at Chicago SunTimes
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Chicago Sun-Times March 1987 - Present
Education
Northwestern University 1978 — 1982
Chicago Sun-Times March 1987 - Present
Education
Northwestern University 1978 — 1982
Sally Duros Sally Duros's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 2006 - 2008
Job Digital Communications and Independent Journalist
Industry Online Media
Experience
Sally Duros 2000 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times 2006 - 2008
Sduros Communications 1997 - 2006
Chicago Public Schools 1996 - 1997
City of Chicago 1990 - 1996
Crain Communications — City & State 1981 - 1990
The Wall Street Journal 1977 - 1981
Skills
Blogging, Journalism, Newsletters, Social Media, Editing, Writing, Multimedia, Digital Media, Public Speaking, Photography, Storytelling, Social Networking, Content Development, Nonprofits, social media marketing, Editorial, Publications, Fundraising, Publishing, News Writing, Entrepreneurship, Non-profits, Research, Content Management, Media Relations, Proofreading, Copy Editing, New Media, Web Content, SEO, Copywriting, Community Outreach, Strategic Communications, Content Strategy, Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing Communications, Grant Writing, Newspapers, Video, Press Releases, Project Management, Speech Writing, Multimedia Journalism, Social Journalism, Coaching, Wordpress, Newspaper, Community Management, Public Relations
Education
Northwestern University 1997 — 1999
Master's of Science, Communication and Media Studies
University of Illinois at Chicago
Bachelor of arts, Psychology
Sally Duros 2000 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times 2006 - 2008
Sduros Communications 1997 - 2006
Chicago Public Schools 1996 - 1997
City of Chicago 1990 - 1996
Crain Communications — City & State 1981 - 1990
The Wall Street Journal 1977 - 1981
Skills
Blogging, Journalism, Newsletters, Social Media, Editing, Writing, Multimedia, Digital Media, Public Speaking, Photography, Storytelling, Social Networking, Content Development, Nonprofits, social media marketing, Editorial, Publications, Fundraising, Publishing, News Writing, Entrepreneurship, Non-profits, Research, Content Management, Media Relations, Proofreading, Copy Editing, New Media, Web Content, SEO, Copywriting, Community Outreach, Strategic Communications, Content Strategy, Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing Communications, Grant Writing, Newspapers, Video, Press Releases, Project Management, Speech Writing, Multimedia Journalism, Social Journalism, Coaching, Wordpress, Newspaper, Community Management, Public Relations
Education
Northwestern University 1997 — 1999
Master's of Science, Communication and Media Studies
University of Illinois at Chicago
Bachelor of arts, Psychology
Sam Kirkland Sam Kirkland's Chicago Sun-Times Experience September 2012 - October 2013
Job Editor, Mobile News at BuzzFeed
Industry Online Media
Experience
BuzzFeed January 2015 - Present
The Poynter Institute October 2013 - November 2014
Chicago Sun-Times September 2012 - October 2013
Chicago Sun-Times March 2012 - September 2012
Tampa Bay Times - Times Publishing Co June 2012 - August 2012
The Republic July 2011 - September 2011
Northwestern University September 2010 - June 2011
The Daily Northwestern September 2007 - June 2008
Skills
Copy Editing, AP Style, Journalism, News Writing, Blogging, Editing, Storytelling, Digital Media, Publications, Newspapers, Online Journalism, Editorial, WordPress, Social Media, Feature Articles
Education
Northwestern University 2011 — 2012
MSJ, Journalism
Northwestern University 2007 — 2011
BA, Psychology, Political Science
BuzzFeed January 2015 - Present
The Poynter Institute October 2013 - November 2014
Chicago Sun-Times September 2012 - October 2013
Chicago Sun-Times March 2012 - September 2012
Tampa Bay Times - Times Publishing Co June 2012 - August 2012
The Republic July 2011 - September 2011
Northwestern University September 2010 - June 2011
The Daily Northwestern September 2007 - June 2008
Skills
Copy Editing, AP Style, Journalism, News Writing, Blogging, Editing, Storytelling, Digital Media, Publications, Newspapers, Online Journalism, Editorial, WordPress, Social Media, Feature Articles
Education
Northwestern University 2011 — 2012
MSJ, Journalism
Northwestern University 2007 — 2011
BA, Psychology, Political Science
Bill Figel Bill Figel's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1983 - 1988
Job Owner, Figel Public Relations
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Figel Public Relations 1988 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times 1983 - 1988
Skills
Breaking News, Journalism, Media Relations, Media Strategy, Speech Writing, Crisis Communications, Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Leadership, Radio, Public Speaking, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Advertising, Event Planning, Sponsorship, Editing, Television, Blogging, Newsletters, Publicity, Facebook, Social Networking, New Media, Storytelling, AP Style, Copy Editing
Education
Northwestern University 1985 — 1986
Master's degree, Broadcast Journalism
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 1972 — 1976
Undergraduate, English, Communications, Education
Figel Public Relations 1988 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times 1983 - 1988
Skills
Breaking News, Journalism, Media Relations, Media Strategy, Speech Writing, Crisis Communications, Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Leadership, Radio, Public Speaking, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Advertising, Event Planning, Sponsorship, Editing, Television, Blogging, Newsletters, Publicity, Facebook, Social Networking, New Media, Storytelling, AP Style, Copy Editing
Education
Northwestern University 1985 — 1986
Master's degree, Broadcast Journalism
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 1972 — 1976
Undergraduate, English, Communications, Education
Robert Feder's Chicago Sun-Times Experience May 1980 - October 2008
Job Media Blogger at RobertFeder.com
Industry Online Media
Experience
RobertFeder.com August 2013 - Present
Time Out Chicago January 2011 - April 2013
Chicago Public Media September 2009 - December 2010
Chicago Sun-Times May 1980 - October 2008
Lerner Newspapers February 1974 - May 1980
Education
Northwestern University 1974 — 1978
BSJ, Journalism
RobertFeder.com August 2013 - Present
Time Out Chicago January 2011 - April 2013
Chicago Public Media September 2009 - December 2010
Chicago Sun-Times May 1980 - October 2008
Lerner Newspapers February 1974 - May 1980
Education
Northwestern University 1974 — 1978
BSJ, Journalism
Susanna Negovan Susanna Negovan's Chicago Sun-Times Experience May 2012 - Present
Job Splash Editor at Chicago SunTimes
Industry Publishing
Experience
Chicago Sun-Times May 2012 - Present
Niche Media February 2008 - May 2012
Chicago Sun-Times April 2001 - September 2008
Cramer-Krasselt August 2006 - February 2008
WCKG-FM April 2005 - October 2007
Zeno Group November 1999 - July 2006
PrimeCo Personal Communications February 1997 - November 1999
Education
Northwestern University 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Science in Journalism, Medill School of Journalism
Chicago Sun-Times May 2012 - Present
Niche Media February 2008 - May 2012
Chicago Sun-Times April 2001 - September 2008
Cramer-Krasselt August 2006 - February 2008
WCKG-FM April 2005 - October 2007
Zeno Group November 1999 - July 2006
PrimeCo Personal Communications February 1997 - November 1999
Education
Northwestern University 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Science in Journalism, Medill School of Journalism
Bruce Cook Bruce Cook's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1995 - 2009
Job Vice President at Worldwide Peace Organization
Industry Internet
Experience
Worldwide Peace Organization September 2014 - Present
International Association of Educators for World Peace (IAEWP) July 2013 - Present
Chicago ORT Technical Institute April 2013 - Present
Integrating Spirituality and Organizational Leadership February 2014 - Present
Author-me.com 1999 - Present
Cook Comm 1985 - Present
Global Harmony Association November 2012 - June 2014
Chicago Sun-Times 1995 - 2009
Skills
Books, Writing, Teaching, Editing, Creative Writing, Fiction, Production, Blogging, Publishing, Editorial, Freelance Writing, Copywriting, Newsletters, Publications, Proofreading, Journalism, Storytelling, Web Content, Press Releases, Webmaster Services, Google Website Optimizer, Social Media, Technical Writing, Published Author, Online Publishing, New Media, Research, Content Management, Media Relations, Politics, Email Marketing, Online Advertising, Advertising, Social Networking, Content Strategy, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, AP Style, Magazines, News Writing, Web Content Management, Speech Writing, Publicity, Multimedia, Content Development, Facebook, Radio, Online Journalism, Digital Media, Creative Writer
Education
Temple University 1972 — 1978
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Communication, General
San Diego State University-California State University 1965 — 1967
MA, Speech Arts/Radio-TV-Film
Ohio Wesleyan University 1961 — 1965
Bachelor's degree, Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
Worldwide Peace Organization September 2014 - Present
International Association of Educators for World Peace (IAEWP) July 2013 - Present
Chicago ORT Technical Institute April 2013 - Present
Integrating Spirituality and Organizational Leadership February 2014 - Present
Author-me.com 1999 - Present
Cook Comm 1985 - Present
Global Harmony Association November 2012 - June 2014
Chicago Sun-Times 1995 - 2009
Skills
Books, Writing, Teaching, Editing, Creative Writing, Fiction, Production, Blogging, Publishing, Editorial, Freelance Writing, Copywriting, Newsletters, Publications, Proofreading, Journalism, Storytelling, Web Content, Press Releases, Webmaster Services, Google Website Optimizer, Social Media, Technical Writing, Published Author, Online Publishing, New Media, Research, Content Management, Media Relations, Politics, Email Marketing, Online Advertising, Advertising, Social Networking, Content Strategy, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, AP Style, Magazines, News Writing, Web Content Management, Speech Writing, Publicity, Multimedia, Content Development, Facebook, Radio, Online Journalism, Digital Media, Creative Writer
Education
Temple University 1972 — 1978
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Communication, General
San Diego State University-California State University 1965 — 1967
MA, Speech Arts/Radio-TV-Film
Ohio Wesleyan University 1961 — 1965
Bachelor's degree, Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
Anthony Watson Anthony Watson's Chicago Sun-Times Experience January 2011 - September 2012
Job Front End Developer (Contract) at Elevate Studios
Industry Internet
Experience
Elevate Studios September 2015 - Present
Fusion92 June 2015 - August 2015
United Airlines December 2014 - April 2015
24 Seven Inc. November 2013 - October 2014
Siteworx, LLC April 2013 - October 2013
Sears Holdings Corporation October 2012 - March 2013
Chicago Sun-Times January 2011 - September 2012
AlphaZeta Interactive September 2010 - January 2011
University of Chicago September 2007 - September 2010
Cherryone Web Design February 2007 - September 2007
Skills
HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Web Design, WordPress, Photoshop, Responsive Web Design, Subversion, User Experience, SASS, CSS3, Sublime Text, Dreamweaver, AJAX, JSP, JIRA, Basecamp, Bootstrap, Drupal, PHP, JSON, Github, Adobe Creative Suite, HTML, Accessibility, SharePoint, GruntJS, GulpJS, Bower, Yeoman, NPM (Node Package...
Education
Midstate College
Associate's Degree, Computer Science
Elevate Studios September 2015 - Present
Fusion92 June 2015 - August 2015
United Airlines December 2014 - April 2015
24 Seven Inc. November 2013 - October 2014
Siteworx, LLC April 2013 - October 2013
Sears Holdings Corporation October 2012 - March 2013
Chicago Sun-Times January 2011 - September 2012
AlphaZeta Interactive September 2010 - January 2011
University of Chicago September 2007 - September 2010
Cherryone Web Design February 2007 - September 2007
Skills
HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Web Design, WordPress, Photoshop, Responsive Web Design, Subversion, User Experience, SASS, CSS3, Sublime Text, Dreamweaver, AJAX, JSP, JIRA, Basecamp, Bootstrap, Drupal, PHP, JSON, Github, Adobe Creative Suite, HTML, Accessibility, SharePoint, GruntJS, GulpJS, Bower, Yeoman, NPM (Node Package...
Education
Midstate College
Associate's Degree, Computer Science
Les Jacobson Les Jacobson's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1979 - 1982
Job Freelance writer, editor
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Allstate 1997 - 2010
Evanston Roundtable 2004 - 2006
Baxter Healthcare 1986 - 1992
Chicago Sun-Times 1979 - 1982
Skills
Executive Communications, Internal Communications, Speech Writing, Strategic Communications, Corporate Communications, Insurance, Crisis Communications, Media Relations, Communications Strategy, Communications Planning, Business Communications, Newsletters, Press Releases, Writing, Public Relations, Employee Engagement, Integrated Marketing, Communication Training, Reputation Management, Proofreading, Copy Editing, Editing, Publications, Publishing, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Copywriting, Web Content, Message Development, Management, Content Development, Feature Articles, Content Management, Annual Reports
Education
Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago 1976 — 1982
MBA, Marketing
University of Illinois at Chicago 1963 — 1969
B.A., History
Allstate 1997 - 2010
Evanston Roundtable 2004 - 2006
Baxter Healthcare 1986 - 1992
Chicago Sun-Times 1979 - 1982
Skills
Executive Communications, Internal Communications, Speech Writing, Strategic Communications, Corporate Communications, Insurance, Crisis Communications, Media Relations, Communications Strategy, Communications Planning, Business Communications, Newsletters, Press Releases, Writing, Public Relations, Employee Engagement, Integrated Marketing, Communication Training, Reputation Management, Proofreading, Copy Editing, Editing, Publications, Publishing, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Copywriting, Web Content, Message Development, Management, Content Development, Feature Articles, Content Management, Annual Reports
Education
Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago 1976 — 1982
MBA, Marketing
University of Illinois at Chicago 1963 — 1969
B.A., History
Dan Haar Dan Haar's Chicago Sun-Times Experience August 1997 - January 2009
Job Editor, Breaking News Center at Chicago Tribune
Industry Media Production
Experience
Chicago Tribune January 2009 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times August 1997 - January 2009
City News Bureau of Chicago June 1985 - August 1997
Keycom Electronic Publishing February 1983 - June 1985
Network News Inc. August 1981 - February 1983
States News Service January 1979 - August 1981
Skills
Newspapers, News Writing, AP Style, Journalism, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Editorial, Copywriting, Headline Writing, Storytelling, Social Media, Media Relations, Magazines, Editing
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1971 — 1974
Bachelor of Science, Communications, graduated magna cum laude
Quincy University 1970 — 1971
Chicago Tribune January 2009 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times August 1997 - January 2009
City News Bureau of Chicago June 1985 - August 1997
Keycom Electronic Publishing February 1983 - June 1985
Network News Inc. August 1981 - February 1983
States News Service January 1979 - August 1981
Skills
Newspapers, News Writing, AP Style, Journalism, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Editorial, Copywriting, Headline Writing, Storytelling, Social Media, Media Relations, Magazines, Editing
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1971 — 1974
Bachelor of Science, Communications, graduated magna cum laude
Quincy University 1970 — 1971
Neil Steinberg Neil Steinberg's Chicago Sun-Times Experience March 1987 - Present
Job columnist at Chicago SunTimes
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Chicago Sun-Times March 1987 - Present
Skills
Newspapers, AP Style, Journalism, News Writing, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Breaking News, Editorial, Online Journalism, Magazines, Blogging, Headline Writing, Publishing, Books
Education
Northwestern University 1978 — 1982
Medill School of Journalism
Chicago Sun-Times March 1987 - Present
Skills
Newspapers, AP Style, Journalism, News Writing, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Breaking News, Editorial, Online Journalism, Magazines, Blogging, Headline Writing, Publishing, Books
Education
Northwestern University 1978 — 1982
Medill School of Journalism
Michael Miglieri Michael Miglieri's Chicago Sun-Times Experience August 1983 - September 2011
Job Guest Services Manager at Arlington International
Industry Sports
Experience
Arlington International March 2012 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times August 1983 - September 2011
Roma Cultured Marble Designs February 1997 - August 2007
Marquette Bank February 2002 - June 2007
Skills
Exceptional People..., Customer Service, Project Management, Account Management, Sales Management, Operations Management, Loan Origination, Employee Training, Managing Deadlines, Meet Deadlines, Money Management, Quality Control, Product Development, Product Marketing, Payroll
Education
Moraine Valley Community College 1979 — 1981
Harold L. Richards H.S. 1975 — 1979
High School Diploma
Arlington International March 2012 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times August 1983 - September 2011
Roma Cultured Marble Designs February 1997 - August 2007
Marquette Bank February 2002 - June 2007
Skills
Exceptional People..., Customer Service, Project Management, Account Management, Sales Management, Operations Management, Loan Origination, Employee Training, Managing Deadlines, Meet Deadlines, Money Management, Quality Control, Product Development, Product Marketing, Payroll
Education
Moraine Valley Community College 1979 — 1981
Harold L. Richards H.S. 1975 — 1979
High School Diploma
Liz Granger Liz Granger's Chicago Sun-Times Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Graduate Teaching Assistant at UNC Wilmington
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
UNC Wilmington August 2013 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times January 2013 - Present
Moksha Yoga Chicago June 2012 - Present
Chicago Tribune Media Group September 2012 - December 2012
The Chicago Reporter May 2012 - September 2012
LivingSocial November 2010 - September 2012
Fulbright January 2010 - December 2011
Project on Civic Reflection July 2009 - September 2010
Windy City Times June 2008 - August 2008
Chicago 2016 June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, Microfinance, Journalism, Blogging, Social Media, NGOs, Research, Non-profits, Ap Style, Creative Writing, Event Planning, Press Releases, News Writing, AP Style, Writing, Public Speaking
Education
Northwestern University 2005 — 2009
Westside High School
Westside High School
UNC Wilmington August 2013 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times January 2013 - Present
Moksha Yoga Chicago June 2012 - Present
Chicago Tribune Media Group September 2012 - December 2012
The Chicago Reporter May 2012 - September 2012
LivingSocial November 2010 - September 2012
Fulbright January 2010 - December 2011
Project on Civic Reflection July 2009 - September 2010
Windy City Times June 2008 - August 2008
Chicago 2016 June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, Microfinance, Journalism, Blogging, Social Media, NGOs, Research, Non-profits, Ap Style, Creative Writing, Event Planning, Press Releases, News Writing, AP Style, Writing, Public Speaking
Education
Northwestern University 2005 — 2009
Westside High School
Westside High School
Celeste Garrett Celeste Garrett's Chicago Sun-Times Experience January 1995 - January 1997
Job Partner at New York Life Insurance Company
Industry Financial Services
Experience
New York Life Insurance Company April 2014 - Present
NYLIFE Securities, LLC March 2011 - Present
NYLIFE Securities LLC March 2011 - Present
Aflac September 2009 - July 2011
Chicago Public Schools January 2004 - September 2009
Chicago Tribune January 1997 - January 2004
Chicago Sun-Times January 1995 - January 1997
Chicago Sun-Times January 1990 - January 1995
The St. Louis Sun June 1989 - May 1990
The Kansas City Star December 1987 - December 1989
Skills
Retirement Planning, 401k Rollovers, College Funding, Family Protection, Personal Financial...
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1992 — 1992
Fellowship, Newspaper Management
University of Missouri-Columbia 1979 — 1983
Bachelor of Journalism
New York Life Insurance Company April 2014 - Present
NYLIFE Securities, LLC March 2011 - Present
NYLIFE Securities LLC March 2011 - Present
Aflac September 2009 - July 2011
Chicago Public Schools January 2004 - September 2009
Chicago Tribune January 1997 - January 2004
Chicago Sun-Times January 1995 - January 1997
Chicago Sun-Times January 1990 - January 1995
The St. Louis Sun June 1989 - May 1990
The Kansas City Star December 1987 - December 1989
Skills
Retirement Planning, 401k Rollovers, College Funding, Family Protection, Personal Financial...
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1992 — 1992
Fellowship, Newspaper Management
University of Missouri-Columbia 1979 — 1983
Bachelor of Journalism
Frank Rizzo Frank Rizzo's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1983 - 1985
Job Copy Editor at Daily Report, Atlanta
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Daily Report, Atlanta February 2012 - Present
The Weather Channel November 2010 - July 2011
Atlanta Journal-Constitution June 1990 - April 2009
Government Computer News 1988 - 1990
The Buffalo News 1985 - 1988
Chicago Sun-Times 1983 - 1985
The Buffalo Courier-Express 1979 - 1982
Ithaca Journal 1978 - 1979
The Star-Beacon, Ashtabula, Ohio 1972 - 1977
Skills
Breaking News, News Writing, Newspaper, Copy Editing, Journalism, Comics section editor
Education
Ohio University 1968 — 1972
BS Journalism, Journalism
Daily Report, Atlanta February 2012 - Present
The Weather Channel November 2010 - July 2011
Atlanta Journal-Constitution June 1990 - April 2009
Government Computer News 1988 - 1990
The Buffalo News 1985 - 1988
Chicago Sun-Times 1983 - 1985
The Buffalo Courier-Express 1979 - 1982
Ithaca Journal 1978 - 1979
The Star-Beacon, Ashtabula, Ohio 1972 - 1977
Skills
Breaking News, News Writing, Newspaper, Copy Editing, Journalism, Comics section editor
Education
Ohio University 1968 — 1972
BS Journalism, Journalism
Scott M. Fincher Scott M. Fincher's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1968 - 1979
Job Chicago photographer, writer editor; veteran journalist
Industry Publishing
Experience
www,scottfincher.com January 1970 - Present
Turfgrass Producers International July 2014 - September 2014
Jerry Thoms PR 2007 - 2008
Chicago Tribune 1979 - 2006
Chicago Sun-Times 1968 - 1979
Skills
Copy Editing, Newspapers, Editorial, Publications, Headline Writing, Storytelling, AP Style, Editing, Photos, News Writing, Journalism, Proofreading, Magazines, Web Content, Content Strategy, Content Development, Fact-checking, Blogging, Publishing, Media Relations, Newsletters, Feature Articles, Content Management, Copywriting, New Media, Newspaper, Social Media Marketing, Multimedia, Email Marketing, Online Journalism, Press Releases, Publicity, Books, Photoshop, Capture One, InDesign, WordPress
Education
United States Naval Academy 1964 — 1964
None. The USNA frat house environment offended me. I quit & served the US for 6 yrs.
Northwestern University
BA, English
www,scottfincher.com January 1970 - Present
Turfgrass Producers International July 2014 - September 2014
Jerry Thoms PR 2007 - 2008
Chicago Tribune 1979 - 2006
Chicago Sun-Times 1968 - 1979
Skills
Copy Editing, Newspapers, Editorial, Publications, Headline Writing, Storytelling, AP Style, Editing, Photos, News Writing, Journalism, Proofreading, Magazines, Web Content, Content Strategy, Content Development, Fact-checking, Blogging, Publishing, Media Relations, Newsletters, Feature Articles, Content Management, Copywriting, New Media, Newspaper, Social Media Marketing, Multimedia, Email Marketing, Online Journalism, Press Releases, Publicity, Books, Photoshop, Capture One, InDesign, WordPress
Education
United States Naval Academy 1964 — 1964
None. The USNA frat house environment offended me. I quit & served the US for 6 yrs.
Northwestern University
BA, English
Paige Wiser Paige Wiser's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1992 - 2011
Job Freelance editor and copywriter at Chicago Tribune Media Group
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Michigan Avenue magazine 2011 - Present
Chicago Tribune Media Group January 2014 - Present
PaigeWiser.com July 1970 - Present
Saint Viator High School September 2012 - November 2013
ABC-7's "Windy City Live" July 2011 - July 2013
Chicago Sun-Times 1992 - 2011
Skills
AP Style, Media Relations, Press Releases, Blogging, Strategic Communications, Editing, Editorial, Newsletters, Social Media, Public Relations, Copywriting, Facebook, Social Media Marketing
Education
Northwestern University 1992 — 1994
Master's, Journalism
University of Notre Dame 1988 — 1992
Bachelor's, English
Sacred Heart of Mary
Saint Viator High School
Michigan Avenue magazine 2011 - Present
Chicago Tribune Media Group January 2014 - Present
PaigeWiser.com July 1970 - Present
Saint Viator High School September 2012 - November 2013
ABC-7's "Windy City Live" July 2011 - July 2013
Chicago Sun-Times 1992 - 2011
Skills
AP Style, Media Relations, Press Releases, Blogging, Strategic Communications, Editing, Editorial, Newsletters, Social Media, Public Relations, Copywriting, Facebook, Social Media Marketing
Education
Northwestern University 1992 — 1994
Master's, Journalism
University of Notre Dame 1988 — 1992
Bachelor's, English
Sacred Heart of Mary
Saint Viator High School
Herb Gould Herb Gould's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1984 - 2013
Job herbgould.com
Industry Newspapers
Experience
herbgould.com 2012 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times 1984 - 2013
Skills
Newspaper, Ap Style, Journalism, News Writing, Breaking News, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Investigative Reporting, InCopy, Online Journalism, Editorial, Fact-checking, Media Relations, Editing, Publications, Press Releases, Blogging, Magazines, Web Content, Newspapers, AP Style, Headline Writing, Newspaper Design, Sports Writing
Education
Northwestern University
M.S., Journalism
University of Wisconsin-Madison
B.A., history
herbgould.com 2012 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times 1984 - 2013
Skills
Newspaper, Ap Style, Journalism, News Writing, Breaking News, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Investigative Reporting, InCopy, Online Journalism, Editorial, Fact-checking, Media Relations, Editing, Publications, Press Releases, Blogging, Magazines, Web Content, Newspapers, AP Style, Headline Writing, Newspaper Design, Sports Writing
Education
Northwestern University
M.S., Journalism
University of Wisconsin-Madison
B.A., history
Brian Kersey Brian Kersey's Chicago Sun-Times Experience April 2007 - July 2007
Job Professional Photographer / Photojournalist
Industry Photography
Experience
Brian Kersey Photography March 2000 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times April 2007 - July 2007
R. Rudnick & Co. July 1999 - September 2002
Skills
Photojournalism, Portrait Photography, Photography, Editorial Photography, Documentary Photography, Photos, Newspaper, Commercial Photography, Editorial, Digital Photography, Sports Photography, Portraits, Lightroom, Magazines, Multimedia, Breaking News, Journalism, Travel Photography, Environmental..., Newspapers, Image Manipulation, Event Photography, Image Editing, Sports, Publications, Lifestyle Photography, Storytelling, Headshots, Blogging
Education
Northwestern University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts, History and Political Science Double Major
Loyola Academy 1991 — 1995
High School
Brian Kersey Photography March 2000 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times April 2007 - July 2007
R. Rudnick & Co. July 1999 - September 2002
Skills
Photojournalism, Portrait Photography, Photography, Editorial Photography, Documentary Photography, Photos, Newspaper, Commercial Photography, Editorial, Digital Photography, Sports Photography, Portraits, Lightroom, Magazines, Multimedia, Breaking News, Journalism, Travel Photography, Environmental..., Newspapers, Image Manipulation, Event Photography, Image Editing, Sports, Publications, Lifestyle Photography, Storytelling, Headshots, Blogging
Education
Northwestern University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts, History and Political Science Double Major
Loyola Academy 1991 — 1995
High School
Elizabeth Hamel Elizabeth Hamel's Chicago Sun-Times Experience September 2008 - June 2012
Job Public Relations Account Director at XA, The Experiential Agency, Inc.
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
XA, The Experiential Agency, Inc. January 2013 - Present
Northwestern University September 2011 - January 2013
Art Institute of Chicago June 2012 - August 2012
Chicago Sun-Times September 2008 - June 2012
Molise PR November 2010 - September 2011
BOKA Restaurant Group March 2008 - November 2010
Skills
Blogging, Social Media, Event Planning, Facebook, Media Relations, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Writing, Journalism, Event Marketing, English Literature, SPSS, Consumer Insights, Integration, Brand Innovation, Customer Insight
Education
Northwestern University 2011 — 2012
Masters of Science, Integrated Marketing Communications
University of Illinois at Chicago 2003 — 2007
B.A., English Literature
XA, The Experiential Agency, Inc. January 2013 - Present
Northwestern University September 2011 - January 2013
Art Institute of Chicago June 2012 - August 2012
Chicago Sun-Times September 2008 - June 2012
Molise PR November 2010 - September 2011
BOKA Restaurant Group March 2008 - November 2010
Skills
Blogging, Social Media, Event Planning, Facebook, Media Relations, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Writing, Journalism, Event Marketing, English Literature, SPSS, Consumer Insights, Integration, Brand Innovation, Customer Insight
Education
Northwestern University 2011 — 2012
Masters of Science, Integrated Marketing Communications
University of Illinois at Chicago 2003 — 2007
B.A., English Literature
Michael A. Vettraino, PMP Michael A. Vettraino, PMP's Chicago Sun-Times Experience February 2007 - June 2007
Job Senior Project Manager at Abbott Laboratories
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Abbott April 2012 - Present
Harley-Davidson Financial Services January 2011 - March 2012
Abbott Laboratories July 2010 - January 2011
Baxter May 2009 - July 2010
Fenwal, Inc., a Fresenius Kabi Company October 2007 - January 2009
Chicago Sun-Times February 2007 - June 2007
Molex May 2006 - February 2007
Hospira, Inc. August 2004 - May 2006
Aon July 2003 - July 2004
Waste Management, Inc. November 1998 - March 2003
Skills
Program Management, Information Technology, Project Management, PMO, Business Process, Finance, Insurance, Pharmaceutics, Banking, Process Improvement, SDLC, Vendor Management, Business Analysis, Project Portfolio..., Change Management
Education
RUP 2004 — 2004
PMI 2003 — 2003
PMP
Internal Education At CSC 1996 — 1996
Control Data Institute 1980 — 1980
Michigan State University 1976 — 1979
BA Marketing
Abbott April 2012 - Present
Harley-Davidson Financial Services January 2011 - March 2012
Abbott Laboratories July 2010 - January 2011
Baxter May 2009 - July 2010
Fenwal, Inc., a Fresenius Kabi Company October 2007 - January 2009
Chicago Sun-Times February 2007 - June 2007
Molex May 2006 - February 2007
Hospira, Inc. August 2004 - May 2006
Aon July 2003 - July 2004
Waste Management, Inc. November 1998 - March 2003
Skills
Program Management, Information Technology, Project Management, PMO, Business Process, Finance, Insurance, Pharmaceutics, Banking, Process Improvement, SDLC, Vendor Management, Business Analysis, Project Portfolio..., Change Management
Education
RUP 2004 — 2004
PMI 2003 — 2003
PMP
Internal Education At CSC 1996 — 1996
Control Data Institute 1980 — 1980
Michigan State University 1976 — 1979
BA Marketing
Don Kopriva Don Kopriva's Chicago Sun-Times Experience January 1985 - March 1989
Job Editor, Writer, Author
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
WriteOn Communications Solutions August 2009 - Present
Free-Lance 1970 - Present
The Business Ledger February 1993 - September 2009
DuPage Communications, Inc. July 1989 - December 1995
Chicago Sun-Times January 1985 - March 1989
Los Angeles Olympic Organizing Committee June 1983 - January 1985
Skills
Journalism, Newspaper, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Public Relations, Sports, Web Content, Media Relations, Economic Development, Business Writing, New Business Development, Public Speaking, Editing, Newspapers, Blogging, Copywriting, Management, Magazines, Research, Facebook, Books, Storytelling, Publications, Sports Writing, Event Planning, Editorial, Feature Articles, Social Media, Newsletters, Publicity
Education
Michigan State University
B.A., Journalism, History, Political Science
WriteOn Communications Solutions August 2009 - Present
Free-Lance 1970 - Present
The Business Ledger February 1993 - September 2009
DuPage Communications, Inc. July 1989 - December 1995
Chicago Sun-Times January 1985 - March 1989
Los Angeles Olympic Organizing Committee June 1983 - January 1985
Skills
Journalism, Newspaper, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Public Relations, Sports, Web Content, Media Relations, Economic Development, Business Writing, New Business Development, Public Speaking, Editing, Newspapers, Blogging, Copywriting, Management, Magazines, Research, Facebook, Books, Storytelling, Publications, Sports Writing, Event Planning, Editorial, Feature Articles, Social Media, Newsletters, Publicity
Education
Michigan State University
B.A., Journalism, History, Political Science
Leslie Griffy Leslie Griffy's Chicago Sun-Times Experience January 2004 - June 2004
Job Journalist
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Independent August 2012 - Present
Xactly Corporation September 2011 - October 2012
The Salinas Californian April 2009 - July 2011
San Jose Mercury News 2006 - 2008
The San Luis Obispo Tribune 2004 - 2006
Chicago Sun-Times January 2004 - June 2004
Cairo Times 2004 - 2004
San Jose Mercury News June 2000 - August 2003
Americorps December 1997 - November 1998
Skills
Journalism, Storytelling, Blogging, Editing, Web Content, Breaking News, Social Media, Writing, Public Relations, AP Style, Newspapers, Publications, Reporting, Content Strategy, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, Content Management, Video, Investigative Reporting, Interviews, Image Editing, Research, Editorial, News Writing, Copy Editing, New Media, Publishing, Databases, Interviewing, Press Releases, Newsletters, Social Media Marketing, Proofreading, Web Site Production, Social Networking, Multimedia, InDesign, Media Relations, Headline Writing, Content Development, Web Production, Photo Editing, Saxotech, WordPress
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 2003 — 2004
MA, Public Affairs Reporting
Mills College 2000 — 2002
BA, political, legal and economic analysis with an international focus
Independent August 2012 - Present
Xactly Corporation September 2011 - October 2012
The Salinas Californian April 2009 - July 2011
San Jose Mercury News 2006 - 2008
The San Luis Obispo Tribune 2004 - 2006
Chicago Sun-Times January 2004 - June 2004
Cairo Times 2004 - 2004
San Jose Mercury News June 2000 - August 2003
Americorps December 1997 - November 1998
Skills
Journalism, Storytelling, Blogging, Editing, Web Content, Breaking News, Social Media, Writing, Public Relations, AP Style, Newspapers, Publications, Reporting, Content Strategy, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, Content Management, Video, Investigative Reporting, Interviews, Image Editing, Research, Editorial, News Writing, Copy Editing, New Media, Publishing, Databases, Interviewing, Press Releases, Newsletters, Social Media Marketing, Proofreading, Web Site Production, Social Networking, Multimedia, InDesign, Media Relations, Headline Writing, Content Development, Web Production, Photo Editing, Saxotech, WordPress
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 2003 — 2004
MA, Public Affairs Reporting
Mills College 2000 — 2002
BA, political, legal and economic analysis with an international focus
Becky Beaupre Gillespie Becky Beaupre Gillespie's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1997 - 2003
Job Assistant director of communications at the University of Chicago Law School. Author, speaker, former journalist.
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
University of Chicago Law School September 2014 - Present
Freelance January 2010 - Present
Freelance January 2008 - September 2014
The Legal Balance October 2012 - August 2013
Harlequin Nonfiction 2008 - 2011
Chicago Sun-Times 1997 - 2003
The Detroit News 1996 - 1997
USA TODAY January 1996 - May 1996
Democrat and Chronicle 1994 - 1996
Skills
Storytelling, Editing, Writing, Interviews, Journalism, Magazines, Books, Editorial, News Writing, Feature Articles, Publishing, Copy Editing, Web Content, Newspapers, AP Style, Marketing Communications, Freelance Writing, Content Development, Content Strategy, Computer-assisted..., Copywriting, New Media, Media Relations, Publications, Newspaper, Content Management, Blogging, Online Journalism, Proofreading, Newsletters
Education
Northwestern University 1990 — 1994
BSJ, Medill School of Journalism
John Jay High School 1986 — 1990
National High School Institute at Northwestern University 1989 — 1989
Journalism
University of Chicago Law School September 2014 - Present
Freelance January 2010 - Present
Freelance January 2008 - September 2014
The Legal Balance October 2012 - August 2013
Harlequin Nonfiction 2008 - 2011
Chicago Sun-Times 1997 - 2003
The Detroit News 1996 - 1997
USA TODAY January 1996 - May 1996
Democrat and Chronicle 1994 - 1996
Skills
Storytelling, Editing, Writing, Interviews, Journalism, Magazines, Books, Editorial, News Writing, Feature Articles, Publishing, Copy Editing, Web Content, Newspapers, AP Style, Marketing Communications, Freelance Writing, Content Development, Content Strategy, Computer-assisted..., Copywriting, New Media, Media Relations, Publications, Newspaper, Content Management, Blogging, Online Journalism, Proofreading, Newsletters
Education
Northwestern University 1990 — 1994
BSJ, Medill School of Journalism
John Jay High School 1986 — 1990
National High School Institute at Northwestern University 1989 — 1989
Journalism
Esther J. Cepeda Esther J. Cepeda's Chicago Sun-Times Experience August 2009 - February 2012
Job Thinker, Trusted Voice, TripleThreat and More | Professional Storyteller
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
The Washington Post October 2010 - Present
EeJayCee, Inc. March 2008 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times August 2009 - February 2012
www.600words.com March 2008 - September 2010
Illinois Student Assistance Commission July 2008 - August 2010
Huffington Post/ Chicago June 2008 - August 2010
United Neighborhood Organization February 2008 - June 2008
Chicago Sun-Times May 2006 - January 2008
Round Lake High School August 2005 - May 2006
Woodland School District 50 August 2004 - July 2005
Skills
Writing, Newspaper, Journalism, Blogging, Social Media, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Opinion Writing, New Media, New Media Marketing, Mainstream Media, Community Building, Strategic Planning, Strategic Communications, C-Level Leadership, Facebook Marketing, LinkedIn Marketing, Twitter Marketing, Radio Broadcasting, Marketing..., Strategic Marketing..., Freelance Writing, Expert Communicator, Mobile and Text Message..., Website Creation, Media, Editing, Copy Editing, Text Editing, Editing for Web, blog editing, News Writing, Media Relations, Publications, Editorial, Non-profits, Press Releases, Copywriting, Multimedia, Newsletters, Radio, Broadcast, Advertising, Pragmatic Marketing..., Digital Media, Content Marketing, Inbound Marketing, brand journalism, Newspapers
Education
Roosevelt University 2003 — 2005
Masters, Special Education
Northwestern University 1996 — 1997
n/a, Intergrated Marketing Communications
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1992 — 1996
BS, Journalism/Advertising w/minors in Music and Psychology
Lane Technical High School 1988 — 1992
HS, Music/Art
St. Andrews 1979 — 1988
Elementary Education
The Washington Post October 2010 - Present
EeJayCee, Inc. March 2008 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times August 2009 - February 2012
www.600words.com March 2008 - September 2010
Illinois Student Assistance Commission July 2008 - August 2010
Huffington Post/ Chicago June 2008 - August 2010
United Neighborhood Organization February 2008 - June 2008
Chicago Sun-Times May 2006 - January 2008
Round Lake High School August 2005 - May 2006
Woodland School District 50 August 2004 - July 2005
Skills
Writing, Newspaper, Journalism, Blogging, Social Media, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Opinion Writing, New Media, New Media Marketing, Mainstream Media, Community Building, Strategic Planning, Strategic Communications, C-Level Leadership, Facebook Marketing, LinkedIn Marketing, Twitter Marketing, Radio Broadcasting, Marketing..., Strategic Marketing..., Freelance Writing, Expert Communicator, Mobile and Text Message..., Website Creation, Media, Editing, Copy Editing, Text Editing, Editing for Web, blog editing, News Writing, Media Relations, Publications, Editorial, Non-profits, Press Releases, Copywriting, Multimedia, Newsletters, Radio, Broadcast, Advertising, Pragmatic Marketing..., Digital Media, Content Marketing, Inbound Marketing, brand journalism, Newspapers
Education
Roosevelt University 2003 — 2005
Masters, Special Education
Northwestern University 1996 — 1997
n/a, Intergrated Marketing Communications
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1992 — 1996
BS, Journalism/Advertising w/minors in Music and Psychology
Lane Technical High School 1988 — 1992
HS, Music/Art
St. Andrews 1979 — 1988
Elementary Education
J.A. Adande J.A. Adande's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1992 - 1994
Job Sportswriter/On Air at ESPN
Industry Broadcast Media
Tracy Maple's Chicago Sun-Times Experience September 2013 - January 2015
Job Managing Editor, Digital Content, at Internet Retailer
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Internet Retailer, Vertical Web Media January 2015 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times September 2013 - January 2015
Chicago Sun-Times January 2013 - September 2013
Tribune Company June 2000 - January 2013
The Times of Northwest Indiana 1990 - 2000
Skills
Newspaper, AP Style, Breaking News, Journalism, Newspapers, Copy Editing, News Writing, Storytelling, Editing, Editorial, Publishing, Headline Writing, Online Journalism, Feature Articles, Web Content, Blogging, Content Development, Content Management, Social Media, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Purdue University 1985 — 1989
BA, Communication
Purdue University
Internet Retailer, Vertical Web Media January 2015 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times September 2013 - January 2015
Chicago Sun-Times January 2013 - September 2013
Tribune Company June 2000 - January 2013
The Times of Northwest Indiana 1990 - 2000
Skills
Newspaper, AP Style, Breaking News, Journalism, Newspapers, Copy Editing, News Writing, Storytelling, Editing, Editorial, Publishing, Headline Writing, Online Journalism, Feature Articles, Web Content, Blogging, Content Development, Content Management, Social Media, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Purdue University 1985 — 1989
BA, Communication
Purdue University
David Suvada David Suvada's Chicago Sun-Times Experience November 2007 - December 2011
Job A Results Driven Supply Chain Specialist
Industry Logistics and Supply Chain
Experience
MIQ Logistics November 2013 - Present
Chicago Tribune Media Group July 2012 - October 2013
Prophecy Image Consulting September 2011 - January 2013
Chicago Sun-Times November 2007 - December 2011
Premier Enterprises January 2002 - January 2011
Cintas February 1999 - April 2004
Skills
Project Management, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Management, Small Business, Logistics, Business Planning, Account Management, Online Marketing, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Writing, Resume Writing, Entrepreneurship, Logistics Management, Office Administration, Shipping, Budgets, Marketing, Team Building, Team Leadership, Proofreading, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Editing, Advertising, Leadership, Microsoft Word, Public Relations, Event Planning, Event Management, Customer Satisfaction, New Business Development
Education
Moraine Valley Community College
Northern Illinois University
MIQ Logistics November 2013 - Present
Chicago Tribune Media Group July 2012 - October 2013
Prophecy Image Consulting September 2011 - January 2013
Chicago Sun-Times November 2007 - December 2011
Premier Enterprises January 2002 - January 2011
Cintas February 1999 - April 2004
Skills
Project Management, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Management, Small Business, Logistics, Business Planning, Account Management, Online Marketing, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Writing, Resume Writing, Entrepreneurship, Logistics Management, Office Administration, Shipping, Budgets, Marketing, Team Building, Team Leadership, Proofreading, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Editing, Advertising, Leadership, Microsoft Word, Public Relations, Event Planning, Event Management, Customer Satisfaction, New Business Development
Education
Moraine Valley Community College
Northern Illinois University
Nick Farina Sr. Nick Farina Sr.'s Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1969 - 1977
Job CEO at Fit In Stand Out and Partner at Voltage Video Branding
Industry Education Management
Experience
Fit In Stand Out August 2014 - Present
ChinaWise August 2012 - Present
Voltage Digital 2010 - Present
Brand Equity Advisors 2003 - December 2009
ShipNow 2000 - 2003
Dresner Corporate Services 1999 - 2000
Encyclopaedia Britannica 1997 - 1999
Hill & Knowlton 1995 - 1997
Financial Relations Board 1977 - 1995
Chicago Sun-Times 1969 - 1977
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Marketing, Strategy, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, New Business Development, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Management, Digital Marketing, Strategic Communications, Online Marketing, Start-ups, Press Releases, Journalism, B2B, Brand Development, Business Development, Blogging, Strategic Partnerships, Leadership, Online Advertising, Internal Communications, Lead Generation, Event Management, Creative Direction, Newsletters, Market Research, Digital Strategy, SEO, Content Strategy, Copywriting, Digital Media, Competitive Analysis, Direct Marketing, Crisis Communications, E-commerce, New Media, Social Networking, Brand Management, Email Marketing, Mobile Marketing, SEM
Education
Northwestern University 1960 — 1965
BS, Journalism, History
Fit In Stand Out August 2014 - Present
ChinaWise August 2012 - Present
Voltage Digital 2010 - Present
Brand Equity Advisors 2003 - December 2009
ShipNow 2000 - 2003
Dresner Corporate Services 1999 - 2000
Encyclopaedia Britannica 1997 - 1999
Hill & Knowlton 1995 - 1997
Financial Relations Board 1977 - 1995
Chicago Sun-Times 1969 - 1977
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Marketing, Strategy, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, New Business Development, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Management, Digital Marketing, Strategic Communications, Online Marketing, Start-ups, Press Releases, Journalism, B2B, Brand Development, Business Development, Blogging, Strategic Partnerships, Leadership, Online Advertising, Internal Communications, Lead Generation, Event Management, Creative Direction, Newsletters, Market Research, Digital Strategy, SEO, Content Strategy, Copywriting, Digital Media, Competitive Analysis, Direct Marketing, Crisis Communications, E-commerce, New Media, Social Networking, Brand Management, Email Marketing, Mobile Marketing, SEM
Education
Northwestern University 1960 — 1965
BS, Journalism, History
Eric Benderoff Eric Benderoff's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1996 - 2001
Job Director at BursonMarsteller
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Burson-Marsteller October 2013 - Present
Burson-Marsteller October 2010 - October 2013
Bendable Media June 2009 - November 2010
Chicago Tribune May 2001 - April 2009
Chicago Tribune May 2001 - January 2006
Chicago Sun-Times 1996 - 2001
Cahners Publishing 1988 - 1995
Professional Builder magazine 1987 - 1995
Skills
Business Journalism, Corporate Blogging, Journalism, Social Media, Media Relations, Blogging, Newspaper, Ap Style, Content Development, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Editorial, New Media, Feature Articles, Content Strategy, Storytelling, Web Content, Editing, News Writing, Public Relations, Copywriting, Digital Media, Social Media Marketing, Publications, Strategic Communications, Newspapers, AP Style, Corporate Communications, Publicity, Freelance Writing, Internal Communications, Online Journalism, Crisis Communications, Marketing, Broadcast, Message Development, Newsletters, Integrated Marketing, Content Management, Video, Speech Writing, Magazines, Strategy, Web Content Management, Publishing, Digital Strategy, Reputation Management, Marketing Communications, Facebook, Communications Planning
Education
Michigan State University 1982 — 1986
Burson-Marsteller October 2013 - Present
Burson-Marsteller October 2010 - October 2013
Bendable Media June 2009 - November 2010
Chicago Tribune May 2001 - April 2009
Chicago Tribune May 2001 - January 2006
Chicago Sun-Times 1996 - 2001
Cahners Publishing 1988 - 1995
Professional Builder magazine 1987 - 1995
Skills
Business Journalism, Corporate Blogging, Journalism, Social Media, Media Relations, Blogging, Newspaper, Ap Style, Content Development, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Editorial, New Media, Feature Articles, Content Strategy, Storytelling, Web Content, Editing, News Writing, Public Relations, Copywriting, Digital Media, Social Media Marketing, Publications, Strategic Communications, Newspapers, AP Style, Corporate Communications, Publicity, Freelance Writing, Internal Communications, Online Journalism, Crisis Communications, Marketing, Broadcast, Message Development, Newsletters, Integrated Marketing, Content Management, Video, Speech Writing, Magazines, Strategy, Web Content Management, Publishing, Digital Strategy, Reputation Management, Marketing Communications, Facebook, Communications Planning
Education
Michigan State University 1982 — 1986
Daniel Lauber Daniel Lauber's Chicago Sun-Times Experience August 1979 - December 1979
Job Attorney/Planner, Planning/Communications
Industry Legal Services
Experience
Planning/Communications 1979 - Present
National Fair Housing Alliance 2012 - 2015
National Fair Housing Alliance 2012 - 2015
Loyola University Chicago August 1989 - December 1989
Governors State University September 1979 - June 1980
Chicago Sun-Times August 1979 - December 1979
Village of Oak Park 1977 - 1979
Illinois Department of Local Government Affairs 1975 - 1977
American Society of Planning Officials (now American Planning Association) 1972 - 1975
Skills
Urban Planning, Zoning, Local Government, Affordable Housing, Research, Public Speaking, Policy, Public Policy, Writing, Land Use, Grant Writing, Report Writing, Public Relations, Policy Analysis, Land Use Planning, Public/private..., Legal Research, Nonprofits, Appeals, Litigation, Comprehensive Planning, Community Outreach, Grants
Education
Northwestern University School of Law 1982 — 1985
J.D., Law
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1970 — 1972
Masters of Urban & Regional Planning, Urban & Regional Planning
The University of Chicago 1966 — 1970
B.A., Sociology
South Shore High School 1962 — 1966
Planning/Communications 1979 - Present
National Fair Housing Alliance 2012 - 2015
National Fair Housing Alliance 2012 - 2015
Loyola University Chicago August 1989 - December 1989
Governors State University September 1979 - June 1980
Chicago Sun-Times August 1979 - December 1979
Village of Oak Park 1977 - 1979
Illinois Department of Local Government Affairs 1975 - 1977
American Society of Planning Officials (now American Planning Association) 1972 - 1975
Skills
Urban Planning, Zoning, Local Government, Affordable Housing, Research, Public Speaking, Policy, Public Policy, Writing, Land Use, Grant Writing, Report Writing, Public Relations, Policy Analysis, Land Use Planning, Public/private..., Legal Research, Nonprofits, Appeals, Litigation, Comprehensive Planning, Community Outreach, Grants
Education
Northwestern University School of Law 1982 — 1985
J.D., Law
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1970 — 1972
Masters of Urban & Regional Planning, Urban & Regional Planning
The University of Chicago 1966 — 1970
B.A., Sociology
South Shore High School 1962 — 1966
Kate Seamons Kate Seamons's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 2006 - 2007
Job President and EditorinChief, Newser
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Newser September 2007 - Present
GlobalEnglish 2010 - December 2013
Electric Artists 2005 - 2010
Chicago Sun-Times 2006 - 2007
CenterstageChicago.com 2003 - 2007
Kitchens.com 2002 - 2006
Skills
Copy Editing, Blogging, Content Strategy
Education
Northwestern University 1998 — 2001
BSJ, Journalism
Newser September 2007 - Present
GlobalEnglish 2010 - December 2013
Electric Artists 2005 - 2010
Chicago Sun-Times 2006 - 2007
CenterstageChicago.com 2003 - 2007
Kitchens.com 2002 - 2006
Skills
Copy Editing, Blogging, Content Strategy
Education
Northwestern University 1998 — 2001
BSJ, Journalism
Lisa Jevens Lisa Jevens's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1995 - 1998
Job Freelance Journalist
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Jevens Inc September 1992 - Present
Microsoft October 2012 - June 2013
Chicago Tribune, Chicagoland Publishing Co. June 2003 - July 2005
Tribune Media Services January 1998 - December 2003
Columbia College Chicago September 1997 - May 2003
Microsoft February 1999 - September 2000
Chicago Sun-Times 1995 - 1998
Skills
Copy Editing, Journalism, Editing, Editorial, Advertising, Publications, Magazines, Marketing Communications, Newspapers, Copywriting, Newspaper, Web Content, Writing, Press Releases, Proofreading, Newsletters, Branded Content, Blog Marketing, Senior Living..., Integrated Marketing, Freelance Writing, Online Marketing
Education
Northwestern University 1991 — 1992
MS, Journalism
University of Michigan 1984 — 1987
BA, Communications, Graphic Design
Jevens Inc September 1992 - Present
Microsoft October 2012 - June 2013
Chicago Tribune, Chicagoland Publishing Co. June 2003 - July 2005
Tribune Media Services January 1998 - December 2003
Columbia College Chicago September 1997 - May 2003
Microsoft February 1999 - September 2000
Chicago Sun-Times 1995 - 1998
Skills
Copy Editing, Journalism, Editing, Editorial, Advertising, Publications, Magazines, Marketing Communications, Newspapers, Copywriting, Newspaper, Web Content, Writing, Press Releases, Proofreading, Newsletters, Branded Content, Blog Marketing, Senior Living..., Integrated Marketing, Freelance Writing, Online Marketing
Education
Northwestern University 1991 — 1992
MS, Journalism
University of Michigan 1984 — 1987
BA, Communications, Graphic Design
Robin Daughtridge's Chicago Sun-Times Experience October 1982 - August 1995
Job associate managing editor / photography and video at Chicago Tribune
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Chicago Tribune 1995 - Present
photojournalism 1982 - 2013
UNC-Chapel Hill School of Journalism 1999 - 2009
Chicago Sun-Times October 1982 - August 1995
Austin American Statesman June 1981 - September 1982
Skills
Image Editing, Journalism, Photojournalism, Photography, Editorial, Digital Media, Online Journalism, Content Management, Web Content, Newspaper, Journalism ethics, Photo Editor, Digital Photography, Ap Style, Team Leadership, Management, Leadership Development, News Writing, AP Style, Newspapers, Editing, Fact-checking, Breaking News, Feature Articles, Video, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Newspaper Design, Digital Video
Education
Northwestern University 1977 — 1981
BSJ, journalism
North Chicago High School 1976 — 1977
Chicago Tribune 1995 - Present
photojournalism 1982 - 2013
UNC-Chapel Hill School of Journalism 1999 - 2009
Chicago Sun-Times October 1982 - August 1995
Austin American Statesman June 1981 - September 1982
Skills
Image Editing, Journalism, Photojournalism, Photography, Editorial, Digital Media, Online Journalism, Content Management, Web Content, Newspaper, Journalism ethics, Photo Editor, Digital Photography, Ap Style, Team Leadership, Management, Leadership Development, News Writing, AP Style, Newspapers, Editing, Fact-checking, Breaking News, Feature Articles, Video, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Newspaper Design, Digital Video
Education
Northwestern University 1977 — 1981
BSJ, journalism
North Chicago High School 1976 — 1977
Steven S. Duke Steven S. Duke's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1978 - 1998
Job Retired
Industry Publishing
Experience
Retired 2013 - Present
Medill School of Journalism 2005 - 2013
Media Managment Center at Northwestern University September 1998 - September 2010
Digital Chicago magazine 1998 - 1998
Chicago Sun-Times 1978 - 1998
The Sacramento Bee 1984 - 1984
Chicago Daily News 1977 - 1978
Cincinnati Enquirer 1976 - 1977
Pioneer Press Inc. 1972 - 1976
Skills
Editing, Journalism, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Newspaper, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Strategic Consulting, Change Management, Leadership Development, University Teaching, Online Journalism, Teaching Writing, New Media, Audience Development, Public Speaking, Consumer Media, Storytelling, Newspapers, Leadership, AP Style, Management, Multimedia, Publishing, Feature Articles, Blogging, Investigative Reporting, Content Development, Social Media, Magazines, Content Management, Editorial, Media Relations, Proofreading, Creative Writing, Publications, Web Content, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Content Strategy, Newsletters, Speech Writing, Freelance Writing, Publicity, Fact-checking, Books
Education
Northwestern University 1968 — 1972
BSJ, Journalism
Retired 2013 - Present
Medill School of Journalism 2005 - 2013
Media Managment Center at Northwestern University September 1998 - September 2010
Digital Chicago magazine 1998 - 1998
Chicago Sun-Times 1978 - 1998
The Sacramento Bee 1984 - 1984
Chicago Daily News 1977 - 1978
Cincinnati Enquirer 1976 - 1977
Pioneer Press Inc. 1972 - 1976
Skills
Editing, Journalism, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Newspaper, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Strategic Consulting, Change Management, Leadership Development, University Teaching, Online Journalism, Teaching Writing, New Media, Audience Development, Public Speaking, Consumer Media, Storytelling, Newspapers, Leadership, AP Style, Management, Multimedia, Publishing, Feature Articles, Blogging, Investigative Reporting, Content Development, Social Media, Magazines, Content Management, Editorial, Media Relations, Proofreading, Creative Writing, Publications, Web Content, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Content Strategy, Newsletters, Speech Writing, Freelance Writing, Publicity, Fact-checking, Books
Education
Northwestern University 1968 — 1972
BSJ, Journalism
Susan Randstrom Susan Randstrom's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1982 - 2008
Job Graphic Design Professional
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Susan Randstrom Design January 2008 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times 1982 - 2008
Sun-Times News Group 1982 - 2008
Jack O’Grady Studio 1979 - 1982
Skills
Editorial Illustration, Illustration, Photo Editing, Magazines, Editorial, Photography, Photoshop, QuarkXPress, Layout, InDesign, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Copy Editing, Adobe Creative Suite, Publications, Print Production, Blogging, Editing, Adobe Acrobat, Mac, Web Design, Books, Newsletters, Advertising, Logo Design, Art Direction, Graphics, Brochures, Social Media, Art, Copywriting, Digital Photography, Creative Direction, Production, Mac OS X, Catalogs, Marketing Communications, Typography, Creative Writing, Newspaper, Writing
Education
Northern Illinois University 1974 — 1979
B.F.A., Visual Communications/Design
Susan Randstrom Design January 2008 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times 1982 - 2008
Sun-Times News Group 1982 - 2008
Jack O’Grady Studio 1979 - 1982
Skills
Editorial Illustration, Illustration, Photo Editing, Magazines, Editorial, Photography, Photoshop, QuarkXPress, Layout, InDesign, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Copy Editing, Adobe Creative Suite, Publications, Print Production, Blogging, Editing, Adobe Acrobat, Mac, Web Design, Books, Newsletters, Advertising, Logo Design, Art Direction, Graphics, Brochures, Social Media, Art, Copywriting, Digital Photography, Creative Direction, Production, Mac OS X, Catalogs, Marketing Communications, Typography, Creative Writing, Newspaper, Writing
Education
Northern Illinois University 1974 — 1979
B.F.A., Visual Communications/Design
Kate Bernot Kate Bernot's Chicago Sun-Times Experience October 2011 - February 2012
Job Associate Editor at DRAFT Magazine
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
DRAFT Magazine December 2014 - Present
Chicago Tribune Media Group December 2012 - December 2014
Chicago Tribune Media Group June 2012 - December 2012
BlackboardEats December 2011 - June 2012
ChicagoFoodies.com November 2011 - June 2012
Stephen Hamilton Inc. August 2011 - June 2012
Chicago Sun-Times October 2011 - February 2012
NBC Universal August 2010 - November 2011
WBEZ Chicago March 2010 - August 2010
Conde Nast September 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Journalism, Blogging, Copy Editing, Editorial, Fact-checking, Editing, Feature Articles, Ap Style, Audacity, InCopy, Magazines, Breaking News, AP Style, Newspapers, Storytelling, News Writing, Social Media, Writing
Education
Northwestern University 2006 — 2010
BS, Journalism
Oak Knoll School
DRAFT Magazine December 2014 - Present
Chicago Tribune Media Group December 2012 - December 2014
Chicago Tribune Media Group June 2012 - December 2012
BlackboardEats December 2011 - June 2012
ChicagoFoodies.com November 2011 - June 2012
Stephen Hamilton Inc. August 2011 - June 2012
Chicago Sun-Times October 2011 - February 2012
NBC Universal August 2010 - November 2011
WBEZ Chicago March 2010 - August 2010
Conde Nast September 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Journalism, Blogging, Copy Editing, Editorial, Fact-checking, Editing, Feature Articles, Ap Style, Audacity, InCopy, Magazines, Breaking News, AP Style, Newspapers, Storytelling, News Writing, Social Media, Writing
Education
Northwestern University 2006 — 2010
BS, Journalism
Oak Knoll School
Shirley Descorbeth Shirley Descorbeth's Chicago Sun-Times Experience November 2012 - August 2014
Job News Reporter
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
KWWL July 2015 - Present
Illinois Channel March 2015 - June 2015
iHeartMedia's 24/7 News Source January 2015 - March 2015
Chicago Sun-Times November 2012 - August 2014
TouchVision TV 2013 - 2013
WGN-TV October 2010 - April 2011
WCIA-TV September 2009 - May 2010
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 2014 — 2015
Master of Arts (M.A.), Public Affairs Reporting
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Broadcast Journalism
Northeastern Illinois University 2006 — 2008
KWWL July 2015 - Present
Illinois Channel March 2015 - June 2015
iHeartMedia's 24/7 News Source January 2015 - March 2015
Chicago Sun-Times November 2012 - August 2014
TouchVision TV 2013 - 2013
WGN-TV October 2010 - April 2011
WCIA-TV September 2009 - May 2010
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 2014 — 2015
Master of Arts (M.A.), Public Affairs Reporting
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Broadcast Journalism
Northeastern Illinois University 2006 — 2008
Thomas Bernth's Chicago Sun-Times Experience September 1986 - March 2000
Job Sales Management Professional
Industry Machinery
Experience
Goss International March 2000 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times September 1986 - March 2000
Education
University of Phoenix 2006 — 2009
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration
Purdue University 1984 — 1986
Mechanical Engineering
Vincennes University 1981 — 1983
Associates Degree, Tool & Die Manufacturing
Goss International March 2000 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times September 1986 - March 2000
Education
University of Phoenix 2006 — 2009
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration
Purdue University 1984 — 1986
Mechanical Engineering
Vincennes University 1981 — 1983
Associates Degree, Tool & Die Manufacturing
Rebecca Carr Rebecca Carr's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1992 - 1995
Job Manager at Hidden Hollow Farm
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Hidden Hollow Farm August 2015 - Present
Covington & Burling 2010 - August 2015
Foreign Policy Magazine September 2010 - December 2010
Patton Boggs, LLP May 2008 - September 2010
Cox Newspapers 2000 - 2008
Atlanta Journal-Constitution 1998 - 2000
Congressional Quarterly 1996 - 1998
Chicago Sun-Times 1992 - 1995
Skills
Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Journalism, News Writing, Politics, Public Policy, AP Style, Nonprofits, Strategy, Feature Articles, Public Relations, Marketing, Publishing, Corporate Communications, New Media, Press Releases, Breaking News, Social Media Marketing, Copy Editing, Editorial, Crisis Communications, Editing, Newspapers, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Policy Analysis, Magazines, Social Media, Internal Communications, Newsletters, Writing, Web Content, Speech Writing, Legal Issues, Advocacy, Blogging
Education
Northwestern University 1987 — 1989
MSJ, Journalism
University of Denver 1983 — 1987
BA, Political science, international relations, mass communications
Hidden Hollow Farm August 2015 - Present
Covington & Burling 2010 - August 2015
Foreign Policy Magazine September 2010 - December 2010
Patton Boggs, LLP May 2008 - September 2010
Cox Newspapers 2000 - 2008
Atlanta Journal-Constitution 1998 - 2000
Congressional Quarterly 1996 - 1998
Chicago Sun-Times 1992 - 1995
Skills
Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Journalism, News Writing, Politics, Public Policy, AP Style, Nonprofits, Strategy, Feature Articles, Public Relations, Marketing, Publishing, Corporate Communications, New Media, Press Releases, Breaking News, Social Media Marketing, Copy Editing, Editorial, Crisis Communications, Editing, Newspapers, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Policy Analysis, Magazines, Social Media, Internal Communications, Newsletters, Writing, Web Content, Speech Writing, Legal Issues, Advocacy, Blogging
Education
Northwestern University 1987 — 1989
MSJ, Journalism
University of Denver 1983 — 1987
BA, Political science, international relations, mass communications
Erica Lyles Erica Lyles's Chicago Sun-Times Experience October 2004 - March 2009
Job Implementation Specialist, Web Support, Customer Service, Administrative Assistant
Industry Media Production
Experience
Interactive Health, Inc August 2013 - Present
Aciree Designs January 2013 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times October 2004 - March 2009
MF Global March 1996 - January 2006
Skills
Advertising, Cold Calling, Customer Service, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Program Management, Public Speaking, Sales, Social Media, Training, Leadership, Social Networking, Account Management
Education
National Louis University 2015 — 2017
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Malcolm X College 2011 — 2014
A.A.S, Nursing
Everest College 2009 — 2010
Diploma, Medical Assisting
Hyde Park Career Academy 1988 — 1992
H.S., Diploma
Interactive Health, Inc August 2013 - Present
Aciree Designs January 2013 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times October 2004 - March 2009
MF Global March 1996 - January 2006
Skills
Advertising, Cold Calling, Customer Service, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Program Management, Public Speaking, Sales, Social Media, Training, Leadership, Social Networking, Account Management
Education
National Louis University 2015 — 2017
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Malcolm X College 2011 — 2014
A.A.S, Nursing
Everest College 2009 — 2010
Diploma, Medical Assisting
Hyde Park Career Academy 1988 — 1992
H.S., Diploma
Cathy McIsaac Cathy McIsaac's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1997 - 1999
Job Owner and President, FPC of Arlington Heights, a WBENC Certified Business
Industry Staffing and Recruiting
Experience
FPC of Arlington Heights April 2010 - Present
CareerBuilder.com 2007 - 2010
CareerBuilder.com 2007 - 2010
Bioscience Technology 2005 - 2006
Tribune Company April 2000 - April 2004
Industrial Product Bulletin 1998 - 2000
Chicago Sun-Times 1997 - 1999
Daily Southtown 1995 - 1997
Skills
Negotiation, Leadership, Selling, Strategic Planning, Sales, Advertising, Recruiting, Human Resources, Supply Chain, Sales Process, New Business Development, Customer Service, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Account Management, Contract Negotiation, Loyalty Programs, Engineering, Cross-functional Team..., Cold Calling, Automotive, Employee Training, Sourcing, Procurement, Continuous Improvement
Education
Michigan State University 1991 — 1995
BA, Advertising
La Lumiere School 1987 — 1991
FPC of Arlington Heights April 2010 - Present
CareerBuilder.com 2007 - 2010
CareerBuilder.com 2007 - 2010
Bioscience Technology 2005 - 2006
Tribune Company April 2000 - April 2004
Industrial Product Bulletin 1998 - 2000
Chicago Sun-Times 1997 - 1999
Daily Southtown 1995 - 1997
Skills
Negotiation, Leadership, Selling, Strategic Planning, Sales, Advertising, Recruiting, Human Resources, Supply Chain, Sales Process, New Business Development, Customer Service, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Account Management, Contract Negotiation, Loyalty Programs, Engineering, Cross-functional Team..., Cold Calling, Automotive, Employee Training, Sourcing, Procurement, Continuous Improvement
Education
Michigan State University 1991 — 1995
BA, Advertising
La Lumiere School 1987 — 1991
Josh Gaby Josh Gaby's Chicago Sun-Times Experience March 2003 - Present
Job Doitall editing and publishing pro
Industry Publishing
Experience
Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) September 2011 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times March 2003 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times November 2002 - November 2004
The Beacon News May 2001 - November 2002
Belvidere Daily Republican 1994 - 1998
Skills
Editorial, Journalism, Editing, Copy Editing, Writing, Publishing, Publications, Graphic Design, Pagination, Storytelling, Video Editing, Social Media, Deadlines, Magazines, Photoshop, Newsletters, News Writing, Nonprofits, Proofreading, InCopy, Microsoft Office, Blogging, AP Style, InDesign, Feature Articles
Education
Northern Illinois University
B.A., Journalism
Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) September 2011 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times March 2003 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times November 2002 - November 2004
The Beacon News May 2001 - November 2002
Belvidere Daily Republican 1994 - 1998
Skills
Editorial, Journalism, Editing, Copy Editing, Writing, Publishing, Publications, Graphic Design, Pagination, Storytelling, Video Editing, Social Media, Deadlines, Magazines, Photoshop, Newsletters, News Writing, Nonprofits, Proofreading, InCopy, Microsoft Office, Blogging, AP Style, InDesign, Feature Articles
Education
Northern Illinois University
B.A., Journalism
Jessica DuBois-Maahs Jessica DuBois-Maahs's Chicago Sun-Times Experience May 2014 - May 2015
Job Associate, Marketing at Huron Consulting Group
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Huron Consulting Group May 2015 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times May 2014 - May 2015
Self Employed May 2008 - May 2015
CFE Media February 2013 - June 2014
Northwestern University October 2012 - October 2013
University of North Florida January 2011 - May 2012
Skills
AP Style, Social Media, Research, Web Content Management, Audacity, HTML + CSS, Content Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Project Management, Content Marketing, Copy Editing, InDesign, Publishing, Ap Style, Editorial, Facebook, Photoshop, Advertising, Storytelling, Blogging, Editing
Education
Northwestern University
Master’s Degree
University of North Florida
Bachelor’s Degree
Huron Consulting Group May 2015 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times May 2014 - May 2015
Self Employed May 2008 - May 2015
CFE Media February 2013 - June 2014
Northwestern University October 2012 - October 2013
University of North Florida January 2011 - May 2012
Skills
AP Style, Social Media, Research, Web Content Management, Audacity, HTML + CSS, Content Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Project Management, Content Marketing, Copy Editing, InDesign, Publishing, Ap Style, Editorial, Facebook, Photoshop, Advertising, Storytelling, Blogging, Editing
Education
Northwestern University
Master’s Degree
University of North Florida
Bachelor’s Degree
Chuck Champion Chuck Champion's Chicago Sun-Times Experience June 1990 - June 1994
Job at Paladin Capital Partners
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Paladin Capital Partners March 2010 - Present
ProElite March 2008 - March 2010
Youbet.Com March 2002 - December 2007
Access Magazine December 1998 - June 2001
Philadelphia Inquirer June 1994 - December 1998
Chicago Sun-Times June 1990 - June 1994
The Orange County Register May 1983 - May 1990
Los Angeles Daily News June 1973 - May 1983
Skills
Leadership, Management, Team Building, Marketing, Business Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Turn Around Management, Entrepreneurship, Strategy, Consulting, Executive Management, Strategic Planning, Management Consulting, Team Leadership, Turn-around Situations, Creative Direction, E-commerce, Online Marketing, New Media, Online Advertising, Newspaper, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media, Negotiation, Venture Capital, New Business Development, Public Relations, Social Media, Mergers & Acquisitions, Fundraising, Business Analysis, Direct Marketing, Business Development, Digital Marketing, P&L Management, Social Networking, Operational Assessment, Operational Turnaround, Corporate Renewal, Forecasting, Newspapers, CRM, Matrix Management, Revenue Enhancement, Due Diligence, Online Gambling, Live Events, Exit Strategies, Cost Management
Education
Moorpark College 2013 — 2014
Journalism
Sandford Law School - Executive Education 2006 — 2006
Director's College, Executive Education
Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania 1997 — 1997
Executive Programs in Business Administration
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 1996 — 1996
Executive Programs in Accounting and Finance
Paladin Capital Partners March 2010 - Present
ProElite March 2008 - March 2010
Youbet.Com March 2002 - December 2007
Access Magazine December 1998 - June 2001
Philadelphia Inquirer June 1994 - December 1998
Chicago Sun-Times June 1990 - June 1994
The Orange County Register May 1983 - May 1990
Los Angeles Daily News June 1973 - May 1983
Skills
Leadership, Management, Team Building, Marketing, Business Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Turn Around Management, Entrepreneurship, Strategy, Consulting, Executive Management, Strategic Planning, Management Consulting, Team Leadership, Turn-around Situations, Creative Direction, E-commerce, Online Marketing, New Media, Online Advertising, Newspaper, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media, Negotiation, Venture Capital, New Business Development, Public Relations, Social Media, Mergers & Acquisitions, Fundraising, Business Analysis, Direct Marketing, Business Development, Digital Marketing, P&L Management, Social Networking, Operational Assessment, Operational Turnaround, Corporate Renewal, Forecasting, Newspapers, CRM, Matrix Management, Revenue Enhancement, Due Diligence, Online Gambling, Live Events, Exit Strategies, Cost Management
Education
Moorpark College 2013 — 2014
Journalism
Sandford Law School - Executive Education 2006 — 2006
Director's College, Executive Education
Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania 1997 — 1997
Executive Programs in Business Administration
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 1996 — 1996
Executive Programs in Accounting and Finance
Kate Rockwood Kate Rockwood's Chicago Sun-Times Experience June 2006 - December 2007
Job Editor and Writer
Industry Publishing
Experience
Magazine Writer/Editor January 2006 - Present
Imagination Publishing January 2013 - April 2015
O, the Oprah magazine April 2011 - January 2013
Fast Company magazine January 2008 - April 2011
Chicago Sun-Times June 2006 - December 2007
Chicago Magazine December 2005 - June 2006
Select Italy January 2005 - December 2005
Skills
Editing, Fact-checking, Copy Editing, Magazines, Editorial, Blogging, Journalism, Publishing, Feature Articles, Content Strategy, Ap Style, Copywriting, Publications, Storytelling, InCopy, Social Media, Proofreading, Creative Writing, AP Style, Content Management, Content Development, Writing, Web Content, Newsletters, Digital Media, New Media
Education
University of Chicago 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Language and Literature/Letters
Northwestern University
Master of Science (MS), Magazine Publishing
Magazine Writer/Editor January 2006 - Present
Imagination Publishing January 2013 - April 2015
O, the Oprah magazine April 2011 - January 2013
Fast Company magazine January 2008 - April 2011
Chicago Sun-Times June 2006 - December 2007
Chicago Magazine December 2005 - June 2006
Select Italy January 2005 - December 2005
Skills
Editing, Fact-checking, Copy Editing, Magazines, Editorial, Blogging, Journalism, Publishing, Feature Articles, Content Strategy, Ap Style, Copywriting, Publications, Storytelling, InCopy, Social Media, Proofreading, Creative Writing, AP Style, Content Management, Content Development, Writing, Web Content, Newsletters, Digital Media, New Media
Education
University of Chicago 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Language and Literature/Letters
Northwestern University
Master of Science (MS), Magazine Publishing
Yasha Saxena Yasha Saxena's Chicago Sun-Times Experience January 2011 - March 2011
Job Business Information Analyst at Gensler
Industry Research
Experience
N/A Independent August 2013 - Present
Gensler January 2015 - August 2015
Draftfcb November 2013 - January 2015
Northwestern University Saferide November 2012 - April 2013
1871 July 2012 - September 2012
Northwestern University June 2011 - July 2011
Northwestern University June 2011 - July 2011
Chicago Sun-Times January 2011 - March 2011
El Camino YMCA January 2008 - March 2008
Skills
Facebook, Social Media, Adobe Creative Suite, Event Planning, Stata, Wordpress
Education
Northwestern University 2009 — 2013
BA, Economics Major, Business Institutions Minor, Mathematics Minor; Integrated Marketing Certificate
N/A Independent August 2013 - Present
Gensler January 2015 - August 2015
Draftfcb November 2013 - January 2015
Northwestern University Saferide November 2012 - April 2013
1871 July 2012 - September 2012
Northwestern University June 2011 - July 2011
Northwestern University June 2011 - July 2011
Chicago Sun-Times January 2011 - March 2011
El Camino YMCA January 2008 - March 2008
Skills
Facebook, Social Media, Adobe Creative Suite, Event Planning, Stata, Wordpress
Education
Northwestern University 2009 — 2013
BA, Economics Major, Business Institutions Minor, Mathematics Minor; Integrated Marketing Certificate
Joe Pixler's Chicago Sun-Times Experience April 1990 - August 1993
Job Strategic, missionfocused communicator: adept at connecting organizations with their audiences
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Loyola University Chicago July 2012 - May 2015
University of Chicago Medicine and Grady Campbell Incorporated February 2011 - June 2012
American Hospital Association October 2001 - February 2011
RR Donnelley May 2000 - May 2001
Chicago Tribune Interactive/metromix.com August 1996 - May 2000
Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Fodor's Travel Publications, RR Donnelley July 1993 - May 2000
Chicago Sun-Times April 1990 - August 1993
Skills
Corporate Communications, Editing, Writing, Event Marketing, Publications, Marketing Communications, Healthcare, Web Content, Brand Implementation, Copywriting, Social Networking, Magazines, Strategic Communications, AP Style, Copy Editing, Newsletters, Event Planning, News Writing, Publishing, Content Strategy, Brochures, Journalism, Social Media Marketing, Internal Communications, Publicity, Press Releases, Marketing, Community Development, Content Development, Feature Articles, Integrated Marketing, Communications Planning, Communication Training, Media Relations, Training, Editorial, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Email Marketing, Storytelling, Content Management, Management, Proofreading, Nonprofits, Newspapers, Speech Writing, Creative Writing, Program Management, Branding & Identity
Education
Ohio University
BS, Journalism
Loyola University Chicago July 2012 - May 2015
University of Chicago Medicine and Grady Campbell Incorporated February 2011 - June 2012
American Hospital Association October 2001 - February 2011
RR Donnelley May 2000 - May 2001
Chicago Tribune Interactive/metromix.com August 1996 - May 2000
Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Fodor's Travel Publications, RR Donnelley July 1993 - May 2000
Chicago Sun-Times April 1990 - August 1993
Skills
Corporate Communications, Editing, Writing, Event Marketing, Publications, Marketing Communications, Healthcare, Web Content, Brand Implementation, Copywriting, Social Networking, Magazines, Strategic Communications, AP Style, Copy Editing, Newsletters, Event Planning, News Writing, Publishing, Content Strategy, Brochures, Journalism, Social Media Marketing, Internal Communications, Publicity, Press Releases, Marketing, Community Development, Content Development, Feature Articles, Integrated Marketing, Communications Planning, Communication Training, Media Relations, Training, Editorial, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Email Marketing, Storytelling, Content Management, Management, Proofreading, Nonprofits, Newspapers, Speech Writing, Creative Writing, Program Management, Branding & Identity
Education
Ohio University
BS, Journalism
Laura Shachter Casper's Chicago Sun-Times Experience March 1990 - December 2012
Job Visual, Web, Graphic Designer
Industry Internet
Experience
Freelancer - Visual Design January 2015 - Present
Sun-Times Media Productions January 2013 - December 2014
Chicago Sun-Times March 1990 - December 2012
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Advertising, Online Advertising, Digital Strategy, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, New Media, Web Design, Email Marketing, Multimedia, CMS, Digital Media, Newspapers, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Advertising Sales, Content Management, SEO, Cross-functional...
Education
Purdue University
BS, AAS, Technology Management, Industrial Design
Freelancer - Visual Design January 2015 - Present
Sun-Times Media Productions January 2013 - December 2014
Chicago Sun-Times March 1990 - December 2012
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Advertising, Online Advertising, Digital Strategy, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, New Media, Web Design, Email Marketing, Multimedia, CMS, Digital Media, Newspapers, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Advertising Sales, Content Management, SEO, Cross-functional...
Education
Purdue University
BS, AAS, Technology Management, Industrial Design
Kalyn Kahler's Chicago Sun-Times Experience September 2013 - Present
Job Editorial Assistant at Sports Illustrated/ MMQB
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Sports Illustrated/ MMQB June 2015 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times September 2013 - Present
Northwestern University Athletic Communications September 2011 - April 2015
The Colorado Springs Gazette, LLC June 2014 - August 2014
Sports Illustrated March 2014 - June 2014
Chicago Sun-Times June 2013 - September 2013
Chicago Sun-Times March 2013 - June 2013
The Emcee: The official publication of Northwestern University Dance Marathon October 2012 - March 2013
Glacier Crossing Pool June 2011 - September 2012
Trinity Irish Dance Company June 2012 - July 2012
Skills
Spanish, Press Releases, Problem Solving, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Video Editing, Photography, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Blogging, Storytelling, Advertising, Newspapers, Editorial, Social Media
Education
Northwestern University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Verona Area High School 2008 — 2011
Sports Illustrated/ MMQB June 2015 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times September 2013 - Present
Northwestern University Athletic Communications September 2011 - April 2015
The Colorado Springs Gazette, LLC June 2014 - August 2014
Sports Illustrated March 2014 - June 2014
Chicago Sun-Times June 2013 - September 2013
Chicago Sun-Times March 2013 - June 2013
The Emcee: The official publication of Northwestern University Dance Marathon October 2012 - March 2013
Glacier Crossing Pool June 2011 - September 2012
Trinity Irish Dance Company June 2012 - July 2012
Skills
Spanish, Press Releases, Problem Solving, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Video Editing, Photography, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Blogging, Storytelling, Advertising, Newspapers, Editorial, Social Media
Education
Northwestern University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Verona Area High School 2008 — 2011
Heather (Schwartz) Geron's Chicago Sun-Times Experience July 2006 - August 2007
Job Automotive Account Executive at iHeartMedia
Industry Automotive
Experience
iHeartMedia April 2015 - Present
OnSight Solutions, LLC March 2013 - March 2015
Oak Hill Marketing October 2012 - March 2013
Chicago Tribune March 2010 - October 2012
Sun-Times News Group August 2007 - January 2009
Chicago Sun-Times July 2006 - August 2007
Chicago Rush Arena Football 2005 - 2007
Skills
Advertising, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Account Management, New Business Development, Online Advertising, Social Networking, Marketing, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Digital Media, Negotiation, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, Event Management, Event Planning, Sales Management, Digital Marketing, Facebook, Public Speaking, Press Releases, Media Relations, Microsoft Office, Strategy, CRM, Management, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Operations, Cold Calling, Lead Generation, Market Planning, Training, Retail, Online Marketing, B2B, Integrated Marketing, Customer Retention
Education
Northwestern University 2002 — 2006
B.S. Communication
Fenwick High School 1998 — 2002
diploma
iHeartMedia April 2015 - Present
OnSight Solutions, LLC March 2013 - March 2015
Oak Hill Marketing October 2012 - March 2013
Chicago Tribune March 2010 - October 2012
Sun-Times News Group August 2007 - January 2009
Chicago Sun-Times July 2006 - August 2007
Chicago Rush Arena Football 2005 - 2007
Skills
Advertising, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Account Management, New Business Development, Online Advertising, Social Networking, Marketing, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Digital Media, Negotiation, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, Event Management, Event Planning, Sales Management, Digital Marketing, Facebook, Public Speaking, Press Releases, Media Relations, Microsoft Office, Strategy, CRM, Management, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Operations, Cold Calling, Lead Generation, Market Planning, Training, Retail, Online Marketing, B2B, Integrated Marketing, Customer Retention
Education
Northwestern University 2002 — 2006
B.S. Communication
Fenwick High School 1998 — 2002
diploma
Sydney Scarlata's Chicago Sun-Times Experience May 2013 - August 2013
Job Research Assistant at Reed College
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Reed College May 2015 - Present
Reed College Office of International Programs September 2014 - Present
Reed College November 2013 - December 2014
Sustainable Organic Integrated Livelihoods (SOIL) June 2014 - August 2014
Reed College Office of Admission September 2012 - May 2014
Chicago Sun-Times May 2013 - August 2013
Randolph Street Market May 2012 - August 2013
Reed College Student Activities Office September 2012 - May 2013
Oregon State Treasury January 2013 - January 2013
Skills
Journalism, Research, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Policy Analysis, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Public Policy, Public Relations
Education
Reed College 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International and Comparative Policy Studies - Political Science
L'Institut D'Études Politiques de Lille 2013 — 2014
International Relations
The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools 2008 — 2012
Reed College May 2015 - Present
Reed College Office of International Programs September 2014 - Present
Reed College November 2013 - December 2014
Sustainable Organic Integrated Livelihoods (SOIL) June 2014 - August 2014
Reed College Office of Admission September 2012 - May 2014
Chicago Sun-Times May 2013 - August 2013
Randolph Street Market May 2012 - August 2013
Reed College Student Activities Office September 2012 - May 2013
Oregon State Treasury January 2013 - January 2013
Skills
Journalism, Research, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Policy Analysis, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Public Policy, Public Relations
Education
Reed College 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International and Comparative Policy Studies - Political Science
L'Institut D'Études Politiques de Lille 2013 — 2014
International Relations
The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools 2008 — 2012
Eric Herman's Chicago Sun-Times Experience November 2003 - August 2008
Job Managing Director at ASGK Public Strategies
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
ASGK Public Strategies February 2012 - Present
Burson-Marsteller October 2010 - February 2012
Cook County Assessor's Office August 2008 - September 2010
Chicago Sun-Times November 2003 - August 2008
New York Daily News April 1999 - October 2003
Skills
Media Relations, Speech Writing, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications, Crisis Communications, Public Relations, Public Policy, Content Strategy, Op-eds, Government Relations, Executive Media Training, Corporate Communications
Education
Northwestern University 1984 — 1987
B.A., English
ASGK Public Strategies February 2012 - Present
Burson-Marsteller October 2010 - February 2012
Cook County Assessor's Office August 2008 - September 2010
Chicago Sun-Times November 2003 - August 2008
New York Daily News April 1999 - October 2003
Skills
Media Relations, Speech Writing, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications, Crisis Communications, Public Relations, Public Policy, Content Strategy, Op-eds, Government Relations, Executive Media Training, Corporate Communications
Education
Northwestern University 1984 — 1987
B.A., English
Martha Jannotta Martha Jannotta's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1984 - 1990
Job Teacher and Art Educator/Artist Painting
Industry Education Management
Experience
University of Chicago Laboratory Schools 2005 - Present
Martha Jannotta - Artist 1984 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times 1984 - 1990
Soho Studio, Ltd 1984 - 1987
Skills
Teaching, Painting, Art Education, Layout, Book Design, Elementary Education, Drawing, Color and Composition
Education
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 2000 — 2003
MAAE, Masters in Art Education
Parsons School of Design 1985 — 1985
Color and Composition, Print and Design
Williams College 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Art and Art History
Université de Grenoble 1981 — 1981
French and French Literature
University of Chicago Laboratory Schools 2005 - Present
Martha Jannotta - Artist 1984 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times 1984 - 1990
Soho Studio, Ltd 1984 - 1987
Skills
Teaching, Painting, Art Education, Layout, Book Design, Elementary Education, Drawing, Color and Composition
Education
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 2000 — 2003
MAAE, Masters in Art Education
Parsons School of Design 1985 — 1985
Color and Composition, Print and Design
Williams College 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Art and Art History
Université de Grenoble 1981 — 1981
French and French Literature
Allan R. Gold Allan R. Gold's Chicago Sun-Times Experience June 1978 - September 1978
Job President, Gold Editorial Services
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
McKinsey & Company January 2012 - Present
Gold Editorial Services 2010 - Present
McKinsey & Company January 2010 - December 2011
McKinsey & Company 1997 - December 2011
McKinsey & Company April 2007 - January 2010
International Herald Tribune March 1993 - March 1997
The New York Times August 1981 - September 1991
Miami Herald Media Company July 1980 - July 1981
Tallahassee Democrat February 1979 - July 1980
Chicago Sun-Times June 1978 - September 1978
Skills
Emerging Markets, Latin America, Publishing, Management Consulting, Strategy, Valuation, Editing, Strategic Communications, Management, Thought Leadership, Corporate Social..., Business Strategy, Business Writing, Corporate Communications, Consulting, Editorial, Economics, Journalism, Content Development
Education
University of Chicago Graduate School of Business 1995 — 1997
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Graduated with honors
Northwestern University 1977 — 1978
MSJ, Journalism
Northwestern University 1973 — 1977
BA, History
Passaic High School, Passaic, NJ 1970 — 1973
Modern Media Institute (now Poynter Institute) at St. Petersburg Times, FL
Newspaper management
National High School Journalism Institute at Northwestern University, Evanston, IL
Journalism
McKinsey & Company January 2012 - Present
Gold Editorial Services 2010 - Present
McKinsey & Company January 2010 - December 2011
McKinsey & Company 1997 - December 2011
McKinsey & Company April 2007 - January 2010
International Herald Tribune March 1993 - March 1997
The New York Times August 1981 - September 1991
Miami Herald Media Company July 1980 - July 1981
Tallahassee Democrat February 1979 - July 1980
Chicago Sun-Times June 1978 - September 1978
Skills
Emerging Markets, Latin America, Publishing, Management Consulting, Strategy, Valuation, Editing, Strategic Communications, Management, Thought Leadership, Corporate Social..., Business Strategy, Business Writing, Corporate Communications, Consulting, Editorial, Economics, Journalism, Content Development
Education
University of Chicago Graduate School of Business 1995 — 1997
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Graduated with honors
Northwestern University 1977 — 1978
MSJ, Journalism
Northwestern University 1973 — 1977
BA, History
Passaic High School, Passaic, NJ 1970 — 1973
Modern Media Institute (now Poynter Institute) at St. Petersburg Times, FL
Newspaper management
National High School Journalism Institute at Northwestern University, Evanston, IL
Journalism
Nanci Batson's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 2000 - 2007
Job Publisher at Observer News Enterprise
Industry Publishing
Experience
Observer News Enterprise October 2012 - April 2014
Southern Rhode Island Newspapers May 2010 - October 2012
Rhode Island Media Group 2007 - May 2010
Chicago Sun-Times 2000 - 2007
Northwest Arkansas Times 1998 - 2000
Performance Media/North Shore Magazine 1995 - 1998
Chicago Sun-Times 1989 - 1995
Harte Hanks - Texas 1982 - 1987
Skills
Digital Marketing, Advertising, New Media, Advertising Sales, Newspaper, Online Advertising, Digital Media, Publishing, Social Media Marketing, Media Planning
Education
Midwestern State University 1977 — 1982
BBA, Management, Economics
Wichita Falls High School - Go Coyotes! 1973 — 1977
Observer News Enterprise October 2012 - April 2014
Southern Rhode Island Newspapers May 2010 - October 2012
Rhode Island Media Group 2007 - May 2010
Chicago Sun-Times 2000 - 2007
Northwest Arkansas Times 1998 - 2000
Performance Media/North Shore Magazine 1995 - 1998
Chicago Sun-Times 1989 - 1995
Harte Hanks - Texas 1982 - 1987
Skills
Digital Marketing, Advertising, New Media, Advertising Sales, Newspaper, Online Advertising, Digital Media, Publishing, Social Media Marketing, Media Planning
Education
Midwestern State University 1977 — 1982
BBA, Management, Economics
Wichita Falls High School - Go Coyotes! 1973 — 1977
Lisa Holton Lisa Holton's Chicago Sun-Times Experience September 1981 - November 1996
Job Independent Writer, Editor and Producer: Specialist in Business Content
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
The Lisa Company January 1998 - Present
Thomson Reuters/SourceMedia November 1996 - December 1997
Chicago Sun-Times September 1981 - November 1996
Skills
Blogging, Editing, Web Content, Journalism, Publications, Newsletters, Ghostwriting, Newspapers, Magazines, Storytelling, Books, Speech Writing, AP Style, Freelance Writing, Video, Business Journalism, Social Media, Interviews, Content Development, Content Management, Articles, Developmental Editing, Ebooks, News Writing, Published Author, Case Studies, Internal Communications, Op-eds, Proofreading, Teaching, Copywriting, Corporate History, Project Management, Public Relations, Book editing, Writing, Corporate Communications, Press Releases, Web Content Management, SEO copywriting, New Media, Multimedia writing, Online Publish, Profiles, Technical Writing, Copy Editing, Editorial, Publishing, Media Relations
Education
Northwestern University
BSJ, Medill School of Journalism
The Lisa Company January 1998 - Present
Thomson Reuters/SourceMedia November 1996 - December 1997
Chicago Sun-Times September 1981 - November 1996
Skills
Blogging, Editing, Web Content, Journalism, Publications, Newsletters, Ghostwriting, Newspapers, Magazines, Storytelling, Books, Speech Writing, AP Style, Freelance Writing, Video, Business Journalism, Social Media, Interviews, Content Development, Content Management, Articles, Developmental Editing, Ebooks, News Writing, Published Author, Case Studies, Internal Communications, Op-eds, Proofreading, Teaching, Copywriting, Corporate History, Project Management, Public Relations, Book editing, Writing, Corporate Communications, Press Releases, Web Content Management, SEO copywriting, New Media, Multimedia writing, Online Publish, Profiles, Technical Writing, Copy Editing, Editorial, Publishing, Media Relations
Education
Northwestern University
BSJ, Medill School of Journalism
Bridget Murray's Chicago Sun-Times Experience June 2012 - August 2012
Job Founder and CEO of BMM Bridesmaid's Maid
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
BMMaids: Bridesmaid's Maid August 2014 - Present
LICKS® Liquid Vitamins™ June 2014 - August 2014
Bonnier Corporation January 2014 - May 2014
Gibsons Restaurant Group June 2013 - August 2013
Chicago Sun-Times June 2012 - August 2012
Modern Luxury June 2012 - August 2012
College Prowler August 2011 - October 2011
Nordstrom May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Interviews, Fact-checking, Social Networking, Magazines, Creative Writing, Photo Galleries, Website Building, Photoshop Elements, Photojournalism, Photography, Surveying, Social Media Blogging, Advertising Sales, College Recruiting, Report Writing, News Writing, Blogging, Facebook, Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Writing, Editorial, Event Planning, Research, Public Relations
Education
Rollins College 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, English Language and Literature, General
University of Virginia 2012 — 2012
Semester at Sea
Fenwick High School 2006 — 2010
BMMaids: Bridesmaid's Maid August 2014 - Present
LICKS® Liquid Vitamins™ June 2014 - August 2014
Bonnier Corporation January 2014 - May 2014
Gibsons Restaurant Group June 2013 - August 2013
Chicago Sun-Times June 2012 - August 2012
Modern Luxury June 2012 - August 2012
College Prowler August 2011 - October 2011
Nordstrom May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Interviews, Fact-checking, Social Networking, Magazines, Creative Writing, Photo Galleries, Website Building, Photoshop Elements, Photojournalism, Photography, Surveying, Social Media Blogging, Advertising Sales, College Recruiting, Report Writing, News Writing, Blogging, Facebook, Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Writing, Editorial, Event Planning, Research, Public Relations
Education
Rollins College 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, English Language and Literature, General
University of Virginia 2012 — 2012
Semester at Sea
Fenwick High School 2006 — 2010
Candace Heap Candace Heap's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 2009 - 2011
Job Sales Manager North America West at Fleetmatics WORK
Industry Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Experience
Fleetmatics WORK October 2014 - Present
Fleetmatics September 2014 - September 2014
Fleetmatics October 2013 - August 2014
Fleetmatics May 2011 - September 2013
Chicago Sun-Times 2009 - 2011
Liz Claiborne 2007 - 2009
Skills
Project Coordination, Qualifying Prospects, Salesforce.com, Product Development, Webmaster Services, Analysis, Cold Calling, B2B, Sales Process, Account Management, Young People, Marketing Strategy, Team Building, Solution Selling, Sales Presentations, Building Relationships, Negotiation, Customer Service, New Business Development, Direct Sales, Sales, Management, Social Media Marketing, Lead Generation, Business Development, SaaS, Customer Retention, Selling, Sales Operations, CRM, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Management, Contract Negotiation, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Partnerships, Email Marketing, Key Account Management, Advertising Sales, Trade Shows, Deal Closure, Pricing, Selling Skills, Marketing, Leadership, Inside Sales, Team Leadership, Online Marketing
Education
Northeastern Illinois University 2009 — 2011
BS, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Fleetmatics WORK October 2014 - Present
Fleetmatics September 2014 - September 2014
Fleetmatics October 2013 - August 2014
Fleetmatics May 2011 - September 2013
Chicago Sun-Times 2009 - 2011
Liz Claiborne 2007 - 2009
Skills
Project Coordination, Qualifying Prospects, Salesforce.com, Product Development, Webmaster Services, Analysis, Cold Calling, B2B, Sales Process, Account Management, Young People, Marketing Strategy, Team Building, Solution Selling, Sales Presentations, Building Relationships, Negotiation, Customer Service, New Business Development, Direct Sales, Sales, Management, Social Media Marketing, Lead Generation, Business Development, SaaS, Customer Retention, Selling, Sales Operations, CRM, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Management, Contract Negotiation, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Partnerships, Email Marketing, Key Account Management, Advertising Sales, Trade Shows, Deal Closure, Pricing, Selling Skills, Marketing, Leadership, Inside Sales, Team Leadership, Online Marketing
Education
Northeastern Illinois University 2009 — 2011
BS, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Colin Pritchard Colin Pritchard's Chicago Sun-Times Experience August 2011 - September 2012
Job Senior Designer & Art Director
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Cygnet Midwest January 2014 - Present
Stevens and Tate Marketing September 2012 - January 2014
Colin D. Pritchard Design / Rocket No. 9 April 2006 - April 2013
Chicago Sun-Times August 2011 - September 2012
Chicago Sun-Times September 2010 - August 2011
LBP Manufacturing September 2004 - April 2006
Tangle, Inc. 2002 - September 2004
VisualMedia, Ltd. 2003 - 2004
Paetzold Design 1999 - 2002
Skills
Graphic Design, Illustration, HTML + CSS, Corporate Branding, Corporate Identity, Web Design, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Web Development, Packaging, Art Direction, Typography, Logo Design, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphics, User Interface Design, Branding & Identity, Brand Development, jQuery, Wordpress, Concrete5, CMS, Corporate collateral, HTML 5, HTML emails, CSS3, Advertising, Newsletters, Website Development, Brochures, Publishing, Publications, WordPress, Creative Direction, Catalogs, Visual Communication, QuarkXPress, Mac, InDesign, Posters, Image Manipulation, Art, Flyers, Information Graphics, Direct Mail, CSS, Layout
Education
Northern Illinois University 1994 — 1999
BFA, Visual Communications, Illustration
Cygnet Midwest January 2014 - Present
Stevens and Tate Marketing September 2012 - January 2014
Colin D. Pritchard Design / Rocket No. 9 April 2006 - April 2013
Chicago Sun-Times August 2011 - September 2012
Chicago Sun-Times September 2010 - August 2011
LBP Manufacturing September 2004 - April 2006
Tangle, Inc. 2002 - September 2004
VisualMedia, Ltd. 2003 - 2004
Paetzold Design 1999 - 2002
Skills
Graphic Design, Illustration, HTML + CSS, Corporate Branding, Corporate Identity, Web Design, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Web Development, Packaging, Art Direction, Typography, Logo Design, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphics, User Interface Design, Branding & Identity, Brand Development, jQuery, Wordpress, Concrete5, CMS, Corporate collateral, HTML 5, HTML emails, CSS3, Advertising, Newsletters, Website Development, Brochures, Publishing, Publications, WordPress, Creative Direction, Catalogs, Visual Communication, QuarkXPress, Mac, InDesign, Posters, Image Manipulation, Art, Flyers, Information Graphics, Direct Mail, CSS, Layout
Education
Northern Illinois University 1994 — 1999
BFA, Visual Communications, Illustration
Donald Hayner Donald Hayner's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 2009 - 2012
Job Retired Editor in Chief of Chicago SunTimes
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Chicago Sun-Times 2009 - 2012
Chicago Sun-Times 1982 - 2012
Columbia College Chicago 1991 - 1992
WLS Radio (890 AM) 1987 - 1992
Suburban Trib 1979 - 1982
City News Bureau 1978 - 1979
Skills
Newspaper, Journalism, Copy Editing, Ap Style, Breaking News, Feature Articles, Publications, Fact-checking, News Writing, Editorial, Newspapers, AP Style, Storytelling, Photojournalism, Investigative Reporting, Headline Writing, Books, Online Journalism, Web Content, New Media, Newspaper Design, Freelance Writing, Publishing
Education
Ripon College
B.A., Philosophy
The John Marshall Law School
JD
Chicago Sun-Times 2009 - 2012
Chicago Sun-Times 1982 - 2012
Columbia College Chicago 1991 - 1992
WLS Radio (890 AM) 1987 - 1992
Suburban Trib 1979 - 1982
City News Bureau 1978 - 1979
Skills
Newspaper, Journalism, Copy Editing, Ap Style, Breaking News, Feature Articles, Publications, Fact-checking, News Writing, Editorial, Newspapers, AP Style, Storytelling, Photojournalism, Investigative Reporting, Headline Writing, Books, Online Journalism, Web Content, New Media, Newspaper Design, Freelance Writing, Publishing
Education
Ripon College
B.A., Philosophy
The John Marshall Law School
JD
Martindale Michael Martindale Michael's Chicago Sun-Times Experience January 1980 - June 1994
Job Developmental Mathematics Specialist at Northeastern Illinois University
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Northeastern Illinois University May 2000 - Present
Chicago Sun Times January 1980 - June 1994
Skills
Student Development, Higher Education, Public Speaking, Student Affairs, Adult Education, Tutoring, Curriculum Design, Psychology, Event Planning, Psychotherapy, Teaching, Research, Editing, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, Program Development, PowerPoint
Education
Northeastern Illinois University 1997 — 2000
Bachelor's degree, mathematics/education
Northeastern Illinois University May 2000 - Present
Chicago Sun Times January 1980 - June 1994
Skills
Student Development, Higher Education, Public Speaking, Student Affairs, Adult Education, Tutoring, Curriculum Design, Psychology, Event Planning, Psychotherapy, Teaching, Research, Editing, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, Program Development, PowerPoint
Education
Northeastern Illinois University 1997 — 2000
Bachelor's degree, mathematics/education
Karla Kizzort Karla Kizzort's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1977 - 1979
Job ManagerStrategic Planning, PR at Communication Associates
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Communication Associates June 2009 - Present
Walz Tetrick Advertising March 2003 - May 2009
TTBI 2000 - 2003
GCI/Fitzgerald/Gouchenour 1991 - 1999
Packaging Corporation of America 1986 - 1991
London House, Inc. 1984 - 1986
Smith, Bucklin Associates 1982 - 1984
New Jersey Bell/AT&T 1981 - 1982
Illinois Bell/AT&T 1979 - 1981
Chicago Sun Times 1977 - 1979
Skills
Public Relations, Pitch Letters, Press Release..., Copywriting, Messaging, Project Planning, Blogging, Social Media, Planning, Executive Media Training, Marketing Messaging, Industry Analyst..., Newsletter Writing, Copy Development, Strategic..., Bylined Articles, Editing Newsletters, Fact Sheets, Position Papers, Research Papers, Editorial Development, Blog Development, Search Engine..., Targeted Advertising, Social Media Development, Executive Messaging, Change Management..., Manuscript Editing, Press Release Creation, Online Publicity, Website Updating, Design/layout, Media Monitoring, Integrated Campaign..., Persuasive Communication, Media Writing, Proposal Design, Market Launch, Promotion Design, Collateral Design, Trade Show Development, Publicity, Marketing Strategy, Newsletters, Creative Direction, Corporate Communications, Marketing
Education
University of Central Florida - College of Business Administration 2001 — 2002
M.I.S., Management of Info Systems, Tech Marketing
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1989 — 1991
M.M., Business Administration, Marketing
Syracuse University - Newhouse School of Communication
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Cum laude graduate
Communication Associates June 2009 - Present
Walz Tetrick Advertising March 2003 - May 2009
TTBI 2000 - 2003
GCI/Fitzgerald/Gouchenour 1991 - 1999
Packaging Corporation of America 1986 - 1991
London House, Inc. 1984 - 1986
Smith, Bucklin Associates 1982 - 1984
New Jersey Bell/AT&T 1981 - 1982
Illinois Bell/AT&T 1979 - 1981
Chicago Sun Times 1977 - 1979
Skills
Public Relations, Pitch Letters, Press Release..., Copywriting, Messaging, Project Planning, Blogging, Social Media, Planning, Executive Media Training, Marketing Messaging, Industry Analyst..., Newsletter Writing, Copy Development, Strategic..., Bylined Articles, Editing Newsletters, Fact Sheets, Position Papers, Research Papers, Editorial Development, Blog Development, Search Engine..., Targeted Advertising, Social Media Development, Executive Messaging, Change Management..., Manuscript Editing, Press Release Creation, Online Publicity, Website Updating, Design/layout, Media Monitoring, Integrated Campaign..., Persuasive Communication, Media Writing, Proposal Design, Market Launch, Promotion Design, Collateral Design, Trade Show Development, Publicity, Marketing Strategy, Newsletters, Creative Direction, Corporate Communications, Marketing
Education
University of Central Florida - College of Business Administration 2001 — 2002
M.I.S., Management of Info Systems, Tech Marketing
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1989 — 1991
M.M., Business Administration, Marketing
Syracuse University - Newhouse School of Communication
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Cum laude graduate
Sharon M. Gary Sharon M. Gary's Chicago Sun-Times Experience May 1997 - December 1998
Job Retail Territory Account Executive at Advantage Sales & Marketing
Industry Consumer Goods
Experience
Advantage Sales & Marketing April 2013 - Present
Andrew Distribution, Inc. November 2010 - April 2013
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel March 2011 - March 2013
The Wall Street Journal February 1999 - March 2009
Chicago Sun-Times May 1997 - December 1998
USA Today May 1989 - May 1997
USA Today May 1987 - May 1989
USA Today December 1985 - May 1987
USA Today, Chicago January 1983 - December 1985
Education
Northeastern Illinois University 1975 — 1979
Good Counsel High School 1971 — 1975
Advantage Sales & Marketing April 2013 - Present
Andrew Distribution, Inc. November 2010 - April 2013
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel March 2011 - March 2013
The Wall Street Journal February 1999 - March 2009
Chicago Sun-Times May 1997 - December 1998
USA Today May 1989 - May 1997
USA Today May 1987 - May 1989
USA Today December 1985 - May 1987
USA Today, Chicago January 1983 - December 1985
Education
Northeastern Illinois University 1975 — 1979
Good Counsel High School 1971 — 1975
Bill Prewitt Bill Prewitt's Chicago Sun-Times Experience November 1984 - December 1989
Job General Manager at Ascend Merchandise & Promotions, LLC
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Ascend Merchandise & Promotions, LLC September 2014 - Present
Houston Chronicle May 2009 - September 2014
Tampa Tribune January 1989 - April 1996
Chicago Sun-Times November 1984 - December 1989
Newsday May 1983 - November 1984
Dow Jones May 1981 - May 1983
The Columbus Dispatch January 1973 - April 1981
The Athens Messenger June 1970 - December 1972
Skills
Crisis Communications, Newspapers, AP Style, Journalism, News Writing, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Breaking News, Editorial, Publications, Online Journalism, Feature Articles, Web Content, Press Releases, Blogging, Editing, Magazines, Publishing, Proofreading, Content Management, New Media
Education
Ohio University 1968 — 1971
Bachelor of Science (BS), Journalism
Ascend Merchandise & Promotions, LLC September 2014 - Present
Houston Chronicle May 2009 - September 2014
Tampa Tribune January 1989 - April 1996
Chicago Sun-Times November 1984 - December 1989
Newsday May 1983 - November 1984
Dow Jones May 1981 - May 1983
The Columbus Dispatch January 1973 - April 1981
The Athens Messenger June 1970 - December 1972
Skills
Crisis Communications, Newspapers, AP Style, Journalism, News Writing, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Breaking News, Editorial, Publications, Online Journalism, Feature Articles, Web Content, Press Releases, Blogging, Editing, Magazines, Publishing, Proofreading, Content Management, New Media
Education
Ohio University 1968 — 1971
Bachelor of Science (BS), Journalism
Tina Hilaire's Chicago Sun-Times Experience July 2002 - March 2009
Job Call Center, Customer Service, Live Chat, Retention and Data Entr Manager
Industry Retail
Experience
PERFORMANCE TEAM December 2013 - Present
Extreme Diesel Performance December 2012 - January 2014
Smart Tuition May 2011 - January 2012
Chicago Sun-Times July 2002 - March 2009
Crate & Barrel October 1999 - May 2002
Skills
Call Center Manger, Sales Management, Retention Management, Colletion Manager, Customer Service..., Training, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Call Center Development, Salesforce.com
Education
Paradise Valley Community College
Associate's degree, Business/Managerial Economics, 3.8
PERFORMANCE TEAM December 2013 - Present
Extreme Diesel Performance December 2012 - January 2014
Smart Tuition May 2011 - January 2012
Chicago Sun-Times July 2002 - March 2009
Crate & Barrel October 1999 - May 2002
Skills
Call Center Manger, Sales Management, Retention Management, Colletion Manager, Customer Service..., Training, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Call Center Development, Salesforce.com
Education
Paradise Valley Community College
Associate's degree, Business/Managerial Economics, 3.8
Ellen (Lesser) Comisar's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1983 - 1988
Job
Industry Financial Services
Experience
OppenheimerFunds June 2006 - Present
McKinsey & Company March 1997 - May 2006
The New York Times April 1988 - February 1997
Chicago Sun-Times 1983 - 1988
The Dallas Times Herald 1982 - 1983
Skills
Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Strategic Communications, Journalism, Copy Editing, Media Relations, Crisis Communications, Speech Writing, Editing, Web Content, Publications
Education
Northwestern University 1978 — 1982
BSJ
Life's Experiences
OppenheimerFunds June 2006 - Present
McKinsey & Company March 1997 - May 2006
The New York Times April 1988 - February 1997
Chicago Sun-Times 1983 - 1988
The Dallas Times Herald 1982 - 1983
Skills
Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Strategic Communications, Journalism, Copy Editing, Media Relations, Crisis Communications, Speech Writing, Editing, Web Content, Publications
Education
Northwestern University 1978 — 1982
BSJ
Life's Experiences
Mi-Ai Parrish's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1993 - 1999
Job President and Publisher of Republic Media Arizona Republic and azcentral.com
Industry Publishing
Experience
Republic Media -- Arizona Republic and azcentral.com October 2015 - Present
The Kansas City Star Media Company and kansascity.com June 2011 - October 2015
Idaho Statesman 2006 - 2011
Star Tribune 2002 - 2006
San Francisco Chronicle 2000 - 2002
Arizona Republic 1999 - 2001
Chicago Sun-Times 1993 - 1999
Skills
Newspaper, Storytelling, Journalism, Editorial, Copy Editing, Publications, Headline Writing, New Media, Editing, Content Management, Magazines, Proofreading, Blogging, Publishing, Media Relations, Newspapers, News Writing, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Digital Media, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Web Content, Newsletters, Public Relations, Advertising, Social Networking, Content Strategy, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, Strategic Partnerships, Strategic Planning
Education
University of Maryland College Park 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Science, Journalism/Science
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
Republic Media -- Arizona Republic and azcentral.com October 2015 - Present
The Kansas City Star Media Company and kansascity.com June 2011 - October 2015
Idaho Statesman 2006 - 2011
Star Tribune 2002 - 2006
San Francisco Chronicle 2000 - 2002
Arizona Republic 1999 - 2001
Chicago Sun-Times 1993 - 1999
Skills
Newspaper, Storytelling, Journalism, Editorial, Copy Editing, Publications, Headline Writing, New Media, Editing, Content Management, Magazines, Proofreading, Blogging, Publishing, Media Relations, Newspapers, News Writing, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Digital Media, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Web Content, Newsletters, Public Relations, Advertising, Social Networking, Content Strategy, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, Strategic Partnerships, Strategic Planning
Education
University of Maryland College Park 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Science, Journalism/Science
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
Dan Rozek's Chicago Sun-Times Experience October 1996 - August 2013
Job Communications Manager for Illinois Tollway
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Illinois Tollway September 2013 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times October 1996 - August 2013
Education
Northern Illinois University
Illinois Tollway September 2013 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times October 1996 - August 2013
Education
Northern Illinois University
Jack Metzger's Chicago Sun-Times Experience August 2000 - January 2006
Job Fulltime Dad at Metzger Veome Household
Industry Online Media
Experience
Metzger Veome Household January 2009 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times News Group August 2007 - January 2009
Sun-Times News Group January 2006 - August 2007
Chicago Sun-Times August 2000 - January 2006
Skills
Digital Media, Advertising, Advertising Sales, New Media, Online Advertising, Publishing, Newspapers, Journalism, Sales Management, Magazines, Digital Strategy, Mobile Marketing, Mobile Advertising, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Media Planning, Media Buying, Digital Marketing
Education
Northern Illinois University 1978 — 1983
BS, Advertising
Metzger Veome Household January 2009 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times News Group August 2007 - January 2009
Sun-Times News Group January 2006 - August 2007
Chicago Sun-Times August 2000 - January 2006
Skills
Digital Media, Advertising, Advertising Sales, New Media, Online Advertising, Publishing, Newspapers, Journalism, Sales Management, Magazines, Digital Strategy, Mobile Marketing, Mobile Advertising, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Media Planning, Media Buying, Digital Marketing
Education
Northern Illinois University 1978 — 1983
BS, Advertising
Boni Fine's Chicago Sun-Times Experience December 1994 - December 1997
Job Executive Director at Temple Sholom
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Temple Sholom January 2012 - Present
YWCA of Northwest Indiana November 2008 - October 2011
Sun-Times News Group January 2006 - February 2007
Post-Tribune January 1998 - January 2006
Chicago Sun-Times December 1994 - December 1997
The Daily Telegraph October 1988 - August 1991
Valley Cable TV January 1982 - January 1988
Group W Cable - a division of Westinghouse January 1979 - January 1982
Skills
Newspaper, Editing, Journalism, Ap Style, Public Relations, Advertising, Blogging, Storytelling, Magazines, News Writing, Publishing, Publications, Social Media, Leadership, New Media, Media Relations, Press Releases, Copy Editing, Non-profits, Nonprofits, Copywriting, AP Style, Editorial, Newsletters, Feature Articles, Newspapers, Content Management, Social Networking, Proofreading, Community Outreach, Web Content, Fundraising, Multimedia, Content Development, Marketing Communications, Facebook, Public Speaking, Online Journalism, Event Planning, Publicity, Training, Management, Strategy, Speech Writing, Community Development, Crisis Communications, Creative Writing, Web Content Management, Email Marketing, Advertising Sales
Education
Pepperdine University
M.B.A, Business Management
Syracuse University 1969 — 1973
B.A, Social Work
High School of Art & Design 1965 — 1969
Temple Sholom January 2012 - Present
YWCA of Northwest Indiana November 2008 - October 2011
Sun-Times News Group January 2006 - February 2007
Post-Tribune January 1998 - January 2006
Chicago Sun-Times December 1994 - December 1997
The Daily Telegraph October 1988 - August 1991
Valley Cable TV January 1982 - January 1988
Group W Cable - a division of Westinghouse January 1979 - January 1982
Skills
Newspaper, Editing, Journalism, Ap Style, Public Relations, Advertising, Blogging, Storytelling, Magazines, News Writing, Publishing, Publications, Social Media, Leadership, New Media, Media Relations, Press Releases, Copy Editing, Non-profits, Nonprofits, Copywriting, AP Style, Editorial, Newsletters, Feature Articles, Newspapers, Content Management, Social Networking, Proofreading, Community Outreach, Web Content, Fundraising, Multimedia, Content Development, Marketing Communications, Facebook, Public Speaking, Online Journalism, Event Planning, Publicity, Training, Management, Strategy, Speech Writing, Community Development, Crisis Communications, Creative Writing, Web Content Management, Email Marketing, Advertising Sales
Education
Pepperdine University
M.B.A, Business Management
Syracuse University 1969 — 1973
B.A, Social Work
High School of Art & Design 1965 — 1969
Mick Dumke's Chicago Sun-Times Experience Senior WriterChicago ReaderApril 2011 - August 2015
Job Staff Reporter at Chicago SunTimes
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Chicago Sun-Times Senior WriterChicago ReaderApril 2011 - August 2015
Columbia College Chicago September 2003 - December 2011
Chicago News Cooperative July 2010 - March 2011
Chicago Reader October 2007 - July 2010
Chicago Reader September 2005 - July 2010
Northwestern University 2007 - June 2010
The Columbia Chronicle 2004 - 2007
Wednesday Journal, Inc. 2004 - 2006
The Chicago Reporter 2001 - 2005
Fourth Presbyterian Church 1997 - 2000
Skills
Academic Writing, Literature, Podcasting, APA, Writers, Journalism, Ap Style, Blogging, Editing, Copy Editing, AP Style, Feature Articles, Newspaper, Storytelling, Politics, Creative Writing, Speech Writing, Copywriting, Newspapers, Press Releases, Web Content, New Media, News Writing, Magazines
Education
McCormick Theological Seminary 1997 — 2000
MDiv, Religion
Northwestern University 1989 — 1993
BA, Religion
Chicago Sun-Times Senior WriterChicago ReaderApril 2011 - August 2015
Columbia College Chicago September 2003 - December 2011
Chicago News Cooperative July 2010 - March 2011
Chicago Reader October 2007 - July 2010
Chicago Reader September 2005 - July 2010
Northwestern University 2007 - June 2010
The Columbia Chronicle 2004 - 2007
Wednesday Journal, Inc. 2004 - 2006
The Chicago Reporter 2001 - 2005
Fourth Presbyterian Church 1997 - 2000
Skills
Academic Writing, Literature, Podcasting, APA, Writers, Journalism, Ap Style, Blogging, Editing, Copy Editing, AP Style, Feature Articles, Newspaper, Storytelling, Politics, Creative Writing, Speech Writing, Copywriting, Newspapers, Press Releases, Web Content, New Media, News Writing, Magazines
Education
McCormick Theological Seminary 1997 — 2000
MDiv, Religion
Northwestern University 1989 — 1993
BA, Religion
Shannon Fairlamb's Chicago Sun-Times Experience May 1995 - June 1997
Job Director of Marketing Services at Combined Insurance United States
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Combined Insurance United States May 2015 - Present
Combined Insurance United States March 2014 - May 2015
Combined Insurance United States January 2010 - March 2014
Combined Insurance United States September 2008 - January 2010
Combined Insurance United States May 2005 - September 2008
Combined Insurance United States August 2001 - May 2005
Metris Companies November 2000 - February 2001
Lifetouch Portrait Studios October 1997 - November 2000
Aon June 1995 - June 1997
Chicago Sun-Times May 1995 - June 1997
Skills
Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications, Copywriting, Editing, Newsletters, Writing, Internal Communications, SEO, Marketing, Creative Writing, Training, Media Relations, Event Management, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Press Releases, Public Relations, Microsoft Office, Direct Marketing, Leadership, Sales, Management, Social Media, Insurance, Strategic Planning, Recruiting, Team Leadership, Team Building, Customer Service, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Social Networking, Integrated Marketing, Proofreading, Advertising, Online Marketing, Strategic Communications, Copy Editing, Lead Generation, Facebook, Online Advertising, B2B, Digital Marketing
Education
Olivet College 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
Plainwell High School 1986 — 1990
High School
Combined Insurance United States May 2015 - Present
Combined Insurance United States March 2014 - May 2015
Combined Insurance United States January 2010 - March 2014
Combined Insurance United States September 2008 - January 2010
Combined Insurance United States May 2005 - September 2008
Combined Insurance United States August 2001 - May 2005
Metris Companies November 2000 - February 2001
Lifetouch Portrait Studios October 1997 - November 2000
Aon June 1995 - June 1997
Chicago Sun-Times May 1995 - June 1997
Skills
Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications, Copywriting, Editing, Newsletters, Writing, Internal Communications, SEO, Marketing, Creative Writing, Training, Media Relations, Event Management, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Press Releases, Public Relations, Microsoft Office, Direct Marketing, Leadership, Sales, Management, Social Media, Insurance, Strategic Planning, Recruiting, Team Leadership, Team Building, Customer Service, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Social Networking, Integrated Marketing, Proofreading, Advertising, Online Marketing, Strategic Communications, Copy Editing, Lead Generation, Facebook, Online Advertising, B2B, Digital Marketing
Education
Olivet College 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
Plainwell High School 1986 — 1990
High School
Maureen Cotter's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1994 - Present
Job Assistant Metro Editor at Chicago SunTimes
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Chicago Sun-Times 1994 - Present
Northwestern University 2008 - Present
Daily Southtown 1991 - 1994
Burlington Free Press 1988 - 1991
Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette 1984 - 1988
Education
Northwestern University
BSJ
Chicago Sun-Times 1994 - Present
Northwestern University 2008 - Present
Daily Southtown 1991 - 1994
Burlington Free Press 1988 - 1991
Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette 1984 - 1988
Education
Northwestern University
BSJ
Adam Pries's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 2001 - 2004
Job Fine Arts Teacher at Hillcrest High School
Industry Education Management
Experience
District 228 February 2011 - Present
Williams Lea October 2008 - March 2009
Daily Herald January 2005 - October 2008
Chicago Sun-Times 2001 - 2004
CBRE November 2000 - August 2001
Skills
Social Media, Marketing, Market Research
Education
National Louis University 2010 — 2012
M.A.T. (pending), Education-Math
Northern Illinois University 1990 — 1994
BFA, Visual Communications, Dance minor
District 228 February 2011 - Present
Williams Lea October 2008 - March 2009
Daily Herald January 2005 - October 2008
Chicago Sun-Times 2001 - 2004
CBRE November 2000 - August 2001
Skills
Social Media, Marketing, Market Research
Education
National Louis University 2010 — 2012
M.A.T. (pending), Education-Math
Northern Illinois University 1990 — 1994
BFA, Visual Communications, Dance minor
Ken Green's Chicago Sun-Times Experience May 2003 - November 2003
Job Major Account Executive at Digital First Media
Industry Publishing
Experience
Digital First Media September 2012 - Present
Michigan.com, formerly the Detroit Media Partnership August 2006 - September 2012
Michigan.com, formerly the Detroit Media Partnership December 2004 - August 2006
Tribune Media Services, a division of the Tribune Company November 2003 - November 2004
Chicago Sun Times May 2003 - November 2003
Detroit Media Partnership August 2000 - May 2003
Detroit Media Partnership October 1999 - August 2000
Detroit Media Partnership March 1998 - October 1999
WXYT 1270 AM September 1997 - March 1998
Cable Network Inc. (CNI) March 1995 - September 1997
Skills
B2B, Television, Mobile Advertising, Digital Media, Radio Advertising, Newspaper, Mobile Marketing, Direct Mail, Advertising, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, SEM, Sales Presentations, New Media, Salesforce.com, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Account Management, Social Media, Facebook, CRM, Online Advertising, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Media Planning, Advertising Sales, Sales, Newspapers
Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science in Advertising, Advertising and marketing
Digital First Media September 2012 - Present
Michigan.com, formerly the Detroit Media Partnership August 2006 - September 2012
Michigan.com, formerly the Detroit Media Partnership December 2004 - August 2006
Tribune Media Services, a division of the Tribune Company November 2003 - November 2004
Chicago Sun Times May 2003 - November 2003
Detroit Media Partnership August 2000 - May 2003
Detroit Media Partnership October 1999 - August 2000
Detroit Media Partnership March 1998 - October 1999
WXYT 1270 AM September 1997 - March 1998
Cable Network Inc. (CNI) March 1995 - September 1997
Skills
B2B, Television, Mobile Advertising, Digital Media, Radio Advertising, Newspaper, Mobile Marketing, Direct Mail, Advertising, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, SEM, Sales Presentations, New Media, Salesforce.com, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Account Management, Social Media, Facebook, CRM, Online Advertising, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Media Planning, Advertising Sales, Sales, Newspapers
Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science in Advertising, Advertising and marketing
Jessie Cole's Chicago Sun-Times Experience September 2009 - January 2010
Job Business Education Teacher at Lake Forest High School
Industry Education Management
Experience
Lake Forest High School July 2015 - Present
Private Mathematics Tutor January 2012 - Present
Deerfield High School January 2015 - March 2015
Ground Control Touring September 2012 - March 2013
Exit/ In May 2011 - August 2011
Thirty Tigers May 2011 - August 2011
Athletico June 2009 - June 2010
Chicago Sun-Times September 2009 - January 2010
Washington Square News December 2008 - May 2009
Conde Nast Publications, W Magazine September 2008 - December 2008
Education
National Louis University 2014 — 2015
Master's Degree, Secondary Education and Teaching, 4.0
New York University 2005 — 2009
B.S., Sports Management
Deerfield High School 2001 — 2005
Lake Forest High School July 2015 - Present
Private Mathematics Tutor January 2012 - Present
Deerfield High School January 2015 - March 2015
Ground Control Touring September 2012 - March 2013
Exit/ In May 2011 - August 2011
Thirty Tigers May 2011 - August 2011
Athletico June 2009 - June 2010
Chicago Sun-Times September 2009 - January 2010
Washington Square News December 2008 - May 2009
Conde Nast Publications, W Magazine September 2008 - December 2008
Education
National Louis University 2014 — 2015
Master's Degree, Secondary Education and Teaching, 4.0
New York University 2005 — 2009
B.S., Sports Management
Deerfield High School 2001 — 2005
Barb Slotten's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1990 - 1994
Job National Sales and Marketing Manager at Staples/Quill
Industry Business Supplies and Equipment
Experience
Staples/Quill October 2010 - Present
Staples August 2006 - October 2010
Chicago Tribune 1996 - 2006
Bobar Communications 1992 - 1996
Chicago Sun-Times 1990 - 1994
Skills
Strategic Planning, Team Building, Event Management, Leadership, Business Development, Lead Generation, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, Management, Online Marketing, Direct Marketing, Sales Management, Budgets, Sponsorship, Solution Selling, New Business Development, Advertising, Email Marketing, B2B, Strategy, Marketing, Direct Sales, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Sales, E-commerce, CRM, Marketing Communications, Marketing Management, Product Development, Retail, Change Management, Product Marketing, Social Media
Education
Northeastern Illinois University 1986 — 1987
B. A. English, With Honors
Northern Illinois University 1984 — 1986
English Language and Literature, General
Staples/Quill October 2010 - Present
Staples August 2006 - October 2010
Chicago Tribune 1996 - 2006
Bobar Communications 1992 - 1996
Chicago Sun-Times 1990 - 1994
Skills
Strategic Planning, Team Building, Event Management, Leadership, Business Development, Lead Generation, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, Management, Online Marketing, Direct Marketing, Sales Management, Budgets, Sponsorship, Solution Selling, New Business Development, Advertising, Email Marketing, B2B, Strategy, Marketing, Direct Sales, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Sales, E-commerce, CRM, Marketing Communications, Marketing Management, Product Development, Retail, Change Management, Product Marketing, Social Media
Education
Northeastern Illinois University 1986 — 1987
B. A. English, With Honors
Northern Illinois University 1984 — 1986
English Language and Literature, General
Sulaiman Folarin's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 2004 - 2006
Job On air talent, commentator, analyst, writer, editor, producer
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
beIN Sports USA October 2013 - Present
Afrik Lounge & Football Worldwide March 2012 - Present
SLAM Magazine October 2009 - Present
ESPN The Magazine August 2005 - Present
Arise News June 2014 - July 2014
JOCKlife.com October 2008 - March 2010
Wenner Media 2005 - 2006
Chicago Sun-Times 2004 - 2006
Skills
Editing, Content Development, Writing, On-camera Talent, Creative Writing, Publishing, Content Management, Team Management, Eye for Details, Leadership, Communication, Radio Broadcasting, Producing, Television, Online Journalism, Research, Digital Media, Editorial, Journalism, New Media, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Digital Strategy, Content Strategy, Magazines, Breaking News, ENPS, Broadcast Journalism, News Writing, Broadcast, Radio, Video, Entertainment, Newspapers, Sports Writing, Broadcast Television, Media Production, AP Style, Video Production, Sports, Social Media, Blogging
Education
Principia College 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communications & Sociology and Anthropology
beIN Sports USA October 2013 - Present
Afrik Lounge & Football Worldwide March 2012 - Present
SLAM Magazine October 2009 - Present
ESPN The Magazine August 2005 - Present
Arise News June 2014 - July 2014
JOCKlife.com October 2008 - March 2010
Wenner Media 2005 - 2006
Chicago Sun-Times 2004 - 2006
Skills
Editing, Content Development, Writing, On-camera Talent, Creative Writing, Publishing, Content Management, Team Management, Eye for Details, Leadership, Communication, Radio Broadcasting, Producing, Television, Online Journalism, Research, Digital Media, Editorial, Journalism, New Media, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Digital Strategy, Content Strategy, Magazines, Breaking News, ENPS, Broadcast Journalism, News Writing, Broadcast, Radio, Video, Entertainment, Newspapers, Sports Writing, Broadcast Television, Media Production, AP Style, Video Production, Sports, Social Media, Blogging
Education
Principia College 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communications & Sociology and Anthropology
Marcia Frellick's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1999 - 2008
Job Independent journalist
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Independent journalist March 2008 - Present
Self-employed February 2008 - Present
Northwestern University September 2014 - January 2015
Chicago Sun-Times 1999 - 2008
The Cincinnati Enquirer, a Gannett Inc company 1990 - 1999
Skills
Newspaper, Editing, Magazines, Writing, Copy Editing, Stories, Journalism, Proofreading, Web Content, Editorial, Blogging, Press Releases, QuarkXPress, Newsletters, AP Style, News Writing, Interviewing, Breaking News, Media Relations, Freelance Writing, Corporate Communications, Creative Writing, Online Journalism, Publications, InCopy, Fact-checking, Ap Style, Storytelling, Newspapers, Interviews, Publishing, Content Development, Investigative Reporting, Ghostwriting, Headline Writing, Content Management, Copywriting, Travel Writing, Publicity, Content Strategy, Newspaper Design, Books, New Media, Web Editing, Web Content Management, Marketing Copy
Education
Northwestern University 1979 — 1983
BSJ, Journalism
Northwestern University
Independent journalist March 2008 - Present
Self-employed February 2008 - Present
Northwestern University September 2014 - January 2015
Chicago Sun-Times 1999 - 2008
The Cincinnati Enquirer, a Gannett Inc company 1990 - 1999
Skills
Newspaper, Editing, Magazines, Writing, Copy Editing, Stories, Journalism, Proofreading, Web Content, Editorial, Blogging, Press Releases, QuarkXPress, Newsletters, AP Style, News Writing, Interviewing, Breaking News, Media Relations, Freelance Writing, Corporate Communications, Creative Writing, Online Journalism, Publications, InCopy, Fact-checking, Ap Style, Storytelling, Newspapers, Interviews, Publishing, Content Development, Investigative Reporting, Ghostwriting, Headline Writing, Content Management, Copywriting, Travel Writing, Publicity, Content Strategy, Newspaper Design, Books, New Media, Web Editing, Web Content Management, Marketing Copy
Education
Northwestern University 1979 — 1983
BSJ, Journalism
Northwestern University
Rick Morrissey's Chicago Sun-Times Experience December 2009 - Present
Job Sports Columnist at Chicago SunTimes
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Chicago Sun-Times December 2009 - Present
Education
Northwestern University 1978 — 1982
Ascension
Chicago Sun-Times December 2009 - Present
Education
Northwestern University 1978 — 1982
Ascension
Denise O'Neal's Chicago Sun-Times Experience December 1990 - Present
Job staff writer/editorial assistant at Chicago SunTimes
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Chicago Sun-Times December 1990 - Present
Crain Communications November 1978 - December 1990
Skills
Editorial, Storytelling, Publications, Research, Newspapers, AP Style, Journalism, Copy Editing, News Writing, Feature Articles, Breaking News, Online Journalism
Education
Roosevelt University 1977 — 1981
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communications
Chicago Sun-Times December 1990 - Present
Crain Communications November 1978 - December 1990
Skills
Editorial, Storytelling, Publications, Research, Newspapers, AP Style, Journalism, Copy Editing, News Writing, Feature Articles, Breaking News, Online Journalism
Education
Roosevelt University 1977 — 1981
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communications
Mark Vancil's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1982 - 1987
Job Managing Partner and President at Williams Inference
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Williams Inference 2010 - Present
Rare Air Media October 1992 - May 2010
Running Bull Pictures 1999 - 2003
The National 1989 - 1991
Minneapolis Star Tribune 1987 - 1989
Chicago Sun-Times 1982 - 1987
Aurora Beacon-News 1980 - 1982
Daily Chronicle 1978 - 1979
The St. Petersburg Times 1977 - 1978
Clearwater Sun 1976 - 1977
Skills
Inference, Future Trends, Anomaly, Analysis, Strategic Planning, Digital Media, Film, Journalism, Writing, Published Author, Management, Management Consulting, Public Relations, Strategic Consulting, Leadership, Strategy, Presentations, Political Science, Business Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Business, Financial Analysis, Market Analysis, Publisher, Anomaly Detection, Trend Analysis, Trend Forecasting, Trend Research, Emerging Trends, Trendwatching, Corporate Advisory, Financial Advisory, Business Advisory, Consulting, Publishing, Business Intelligence, Business Strategy, Marketing, Public Speaking, Research, Thought Leadership, Strategic Partnerships
Education
Northern Illinois University 1979 — 1981
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism / Political Science
St. Petersburg College 1976 — 1978
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), International Business
Williams Inference 2010 - Present
Rare Air Media October 1992 - May 2010
Running Bull Pictures 1999 - 2003
The National 1989 - 1991
Minneapolis Star Tribune 1987 - 1989
Chicago Sun-Times 1982 - 1987
Aurora Beacon-News 1980 - 1982
Daily Chronicle 1978 - 1979
The St. Petersburg Times 1977 - 1978
Clearwater Sun 1976 - 1977
Skills
Inference, Future Trends, Anomaly, Analysis, Strategic Planning, Digital Media, Film, Journalism, Writing, Published Author, Management, Management Consulting, Public Relations, Strategic Consulting, Leadership, Strategy, Presentations, Political Science, Business Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Business, Financial Analysis, Market Analysis, Publisher, Anomaly Detection, Trend Analysis, Trend Forecasting, Trend Research, Emerging Trends, Trendwatching, Corporate Advisory, Financial Advisory, Business Advisory, Consulting, Publishing, Business Intelligence, Business Strategy, Marketing, Public Speaking, Research, Thought Leadership, Strategic Partnerships
Education
Northern Illinois University 1979 — 1981
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism / Political Science
St. Petersburg College 1976 — 1978
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), International Business
Bob Mutter's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1984 - 2008
Job Independent Writing and Editing Professional
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Chicago Sun-Times 1984 - 2008
Education
Northwestern University 1978 — 1979
Chicago Sun-Times 1984 - 2008
Education
Northwestern University 1978 — 1979
Julia Wallace's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1992 - 1996
Job Market Vice President at Cox Media Group Ohio
Industry Online Media
Experience
Cox Media Group Ohio May 2011 - Present
Cox Media Group Ohio January 2011 - May 2011
Atlanta Journal Constitution 2001 - 2010
The Arizona Republic 1998 - 2000
Statesman Journal, Salem, OR 1996 - 1999
Chicago Sun-Times 1992 - 1996
USA Today 1982 - 1992
Dallas Times Herald 1980 - 1982
Ledger Star, Norfolk, VA 1978 - 1980
Skills
Digital Media, Television, Newspapers, Radio, Marketing, Journalism, Web Content, Blogging, New Media, News Writing, Storytelling, Breaking News, Social Media, Investigative Reporting, Editing
Education
Northwestern University 1974 — 1978
B.S., Journalism
Rock Island High School, Rock Island, IL 1970 — 1974
Cox Media Group Ohio May 2011 - Present
Cox Media Group Ohio January 2011 - May 2011
Atlanta Journal Constitution 2001 - 2010
The Arizona Republic 1998 - 2000
Statesman Journal, Salem, OR 1996 - 1999
Chicago Sun-Times 1992 - 1996
USA Today 1982 - 1992
Dallas Times Herald 1980 - 1982
Ledger Star, Norfolk, VA 1978 - 1980
Skills
Digital Media, Television, Newspapers, Radio, Marketing, Journalism, Web Content, Blogging, New Media, News Writing, Storytelling, Breaking News, Social Media, Investigative Reporting, Editing
Education
Northwestern University 1974 — 1978
B.S., Journalism
Rock Island High School, Rock Island, IL 1970 — 1974
Janet Kidd Stewart's Chicago Sun-Times Experience June 1992 - June 1997
Job Syndicated Financial Columnist
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Tribune and Medical Economics March 2006 - Present
Chicago Tribune January 2004 - February 2006
Chicago Tribune February 2000 - April 2003
Chicago Tribune August 1997 - February 2000
Chicago Sun-Times June 1992 - June 1997
The Buffalo News 1986 - 1986
Skills
Newspaper, Journalism, Ap Style, Breaking News, News Writing, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Editorial, Web Content, Investigative Reporting, Online Journalism, Magazines, Publications, Blogging, Editing, Speech Writing, Content Management, Publishing, Press Releases, Financial Education, Investment Education, Newspapers, AP Style, Business Journalism
Education
Northwestern University 1987 — 1987
MSJ, journalism
Northwestern University 1983 — 1987
BSJ, journalism
Findlay High School
Findlay High School
Tribune and Medical Economics March 2006 - Present
Chicago Tribune January 2004 - February 2006
Chicago Tribune February 2000 - April 2003
Chicago Tribune August 1997 - February 2000
Chicago Sun-Times June 1992 - June 1997
The Buffalo News 1986 - 1986
Skills
Newspaper, Journalism, Ap Style, Breaking News, News Writing, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Editorial, Web Content, Investigative Reporting, Online Journalism, Magazines, Publications, Blogging, Editing, Speech Writing, Content Management, Publishing, Press Releases, Financial Education, Investment Education, Newspapers, AP Style, Business Journalism
Education
Northwestern University 1987 — 1987
MSJ, journalism
Northwestern University 1983 — 1987
BSJ, journalism
Findlay High School
Findlay High School
Tom Brune's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1983 - 1995
Job Washington Bureau Chief at Newsday
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Newsday 1999 - Present
The Seattle Times 1997 - 1999
Chicago Sun-Times 1983 - 1995
The Chicago Reporter 1976 - 1983
Skills
Editing, Publications, Journalism, Copy Editing, AP Style, Feature Articles
Education
Northwestern University 1971 — 1975
BSJ, Journalism
Newsday 1999 - Present
The Seattle Times 1997 - 1999
Chicago Sun-Times 1983 - 1995
The Chicago Reporter 1976 - 1983
Skills
Editing, Publications, Journalism, Copy Editing, AP Style, Feature Articles
Education
Northwestern University 1971 — 1975
BSJ, Journalism
Judith Horak's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1991 - 1995
Job Director of Communications at Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth (CSFN) March 2007 - Present
Archdiocese of Chicago (AOC) 1999 - June 2003
St. Alphonsus Parish, Chicago 2001 - 2003
Archdiocese of Chicago 2000 - 2000
HLB Communications 1996 - 1998
Chicago Sun-Times 1991 - 1995
Financial reporting & editing June 1981 - 1991
Journal & Courier, Lafayette, IN 1974 - 1981
Skills
Program Management, Media Relations, Crisis Communications, Strategic Communications, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Adult faith formation..., Internal Communications, Press Releases, Newsletters, Editing, Publicity, Speech Writing, AP Style, Nonprofits, Journalism, Corporate Communications, Copywriting, Web Content, Blogging, Community Development, Copy Editing, Volunteer Management, Proofreading, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Facebook, Storytelling, Fundraising, Event Planning, Publishing, Social Networking, New Media, Social Media Marketing, Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Magazines, Event Management, News Writing, Photography, Feature Articles
Education
Catholic Theological Union 2001 — 2011
MA-Pastoral Studies, Pastoral Studies: Biblical studies, adult faith formation
Purdue University 1968 — 1972
BS, Psychology & journalism
Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth (CSFN) March 2007 - Present
Archdiocese of Chicago (AOC) 1999 - June 2003
St. Alphonsus Parish, Chicago 2001 - 2003
Archdiocese of Chicago 2000 - 2000
HLB Communications 1996 - 1998
Chicago Sun-Times 1991 - 1995
Financial reporting & editing June 1981 - 1991
Journal & Courier, Lafayette, IN 1974 - 1981
Skills
Program Management, Media Relations, Crisis Communications, Strategic Communications, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Adult faith formation..., Internal Communications, Press Releases, Newsletters, Editing, Publicity, Speech Writing, AP Style, Nonprofits, Journalism, Corporate Communications, Copywriting, Web Content, Blogging, Community Development, Copy Editing, Volunteer Management, Proofreading, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Facebook, Storytelling, Fundraising, Event Planning, Publishing, Social Networking, New Media, Social Media Marketing, Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Magazines, Event Management, News Writing, Photography, Feature Articles
Education
Catholic Theological Union 2001 — 2011
MA-Pastoral Studies, Pastoral Studies: Biblical studies, adult faith formation
Purdue University 1968 — 1972
BS, Psychology & journalism
Cheryl Reed's Chicago Sun-Times Experience July 2007 - February 2008
Job Assistant Professor at Northern Michigan University
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Northern Michigan University August 2014 - Present
Unveiled: The Hidden Lives of Nuns March 2004 - Present
University of Illinois at Chicago July 2013 - August 2014
Indiana State Prison System May 2013 - January 2014
Purdue University July 2013 - December 2013
University of Chicago September 2012 - July 2013
University of Chicago Medical Center April 2011 - August 2012
University of Chicago Medical Center May 2009 - April 2011
TriQuarterly Online January 2010 - June 2010
Chicago Sun-Times July 2007 - February 2008
Skills
Editing, Book Writing, Blogging, Editorial, Publications, Storytelling, Newspaper, Magazines, Publishing, Public Relations, Social Media, Books, Freelance Writing, Internal Communications, Newspapers, Crisis Communications, Ap Style, Journalism, Creative Writing
Education
Northwestern University 2008 — 2012
MFA, Creative Writing/Fiction, 4.0
The Ohio State University 1996 — 1997
Master of Arts, Journalism
University of Missouri-Columbia 1986 — 1989
Dual Bachelor of Journalism degrees, News/Editorial; Photojournalism
Northern Michigan University August 2014 - Present
Unveiled: The Hidden Lives of Nuns March 2004 - Present
University of Illinois at Chicago July 2013 - August 2014
Indiana State Prison System May 2013 - January 2014
Purdue University July 2013 - December 2013
University of Chicago September 2012 - July 2013
University of Chicago Medical Center April 2011 - August 2012
University of Chicago Medical Center May 2009 - April 2011
TriQuarterly Online January 2010 - June 2010
Chicago Sun-Times July 2007 - February 2008
Skills
Editing, Book Writing, Blogging, Editorial, Publications, Storytelling, Newspaper, Magazines, Publishing, Public Relations, Social Media, Books, Freelance Writing, Internal Communications, Newspapers, Crisis Communications, Ap Style, Journalism, Creative Writing
Education
Northwestern University 2008 — 2012
MFA, Creative Writing/Fiction, 4.0
The Ohio State University 1996 — 1997
Master of Arts, Journalism
University of Missouri-Columbia 1986 — 1989
Dual Bachelor of Journalism degrees, News/Editorial; Photojournalism
Maudlyne Ihejirika's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 2003 - Present
Job Reporter, Assistant City Editor, Chicago SunTimes
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Chicago Sun-Times 2003 - Present
WTTW-TV Channel 11 "The Week In Review" 2009 - Present
WBEZ-Radio 91.5 FM & sister station Vocalo-Radio 89.5 February 2013 - Present
TV One's One Vote Matters 2012 November 2012 - November 2012
CNN's HLN/Headline News September 2012 - September 2012
Ihejirika Media & Communications Group 1999 - 2003
Illinois Department of Children & Family Services 1997 - 1999
Chicago Sun-Times March 1987 - August 1997
Skills
Newspaper, News Writing, Investigative Reporting, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Ap Style, Editing, Editorial, Media Relations, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Feature Articles, Publications, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Crisis Communications, Creative Writing, TV News Commentator, Newspapers, Headline Writing, Fact-checking, AP Style, Freelance Writing, Copywriting, InCopy, Proofreading, Publishing, Computer-assisted..., Content Management, Politics, Magazines, Newspaper Design, Web Content, Press Releases, Speech Writing, Newsletters, New Media, Publicity, Content Development, Multimedia, Community Journalism, Web Editing, Television, Content Strategy
Education
Northwestern University 2006 — 2007
Masters, Journalism
University of Iowa 1981 — 1985
Journalism, Creative Writing
Downers Grove South High School 1977 — 1981
Chicago Sun-Times 2003 - Present
WTTW-TV Channel 11 "The Week In Review" 2009 - Present
WBEZ-Radio 91.5 FM & sister station Vocalo-Radio 89.5 February 2013 - Present
TV One's One Vote Matters 2012 November 2012 - November 2012
CNN's HLN/Headline News September 2012 - September 2012
Ihejirika Media & Communications Group 1999 - 2003
Illinois Department of Children & Family Services 1997 - 1999
Chicago Sun-Times March 1987 - August 1997
Skills
Newspaper, News Writing, Investigative Reporting, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Ap Style, Editing, Editorial, Media Relations, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Feature Articles, Publications, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Crisis Communications, Creative Writing, TV News Commentator, Newspapers, Headline Writing, Fact-checking, AP Style, Freelance Writing, Copywriting, InCopy, Proofreading, Publishing, Computer-assisted..., Content Management, Politics, Magazines, Newspaper Design, Web Content, Press Releases, Speech Writing, Newsletters, New Media, Publicity, Content Development, Multimedia, Community Journalism, Web Editing, Television, Content Strategy
Education
Northwestern University 2006 — 2007
Masters, Journalism
University of Iowa 1981 — 1985
Journalism, Creative Writing
Downers Grove South High School 1977 — 1981
Gerald Joyce's Chicago Sun-Times Experience May 2007 - January 2014
Job Graphic Artist at Atlantic Press
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Atlantic Press Printing July 2015 - Present
Office Depot August 2014 - July 2015
Chicago Sun-Times May 2007 - January 2014
the Courier News August 2006 - May 2007
Fisher Printing September 2000 - January 2005
Union Beverage Company LLC February 1996 - August 1999
PennySaver May 1995 - February 1996
Suburban News Enterprise June 1994 - May 1995
Skills
Illustration, Graphic Design, Flyer Design, Logo Design, Layout, Print Production, QuarkXPress, Adobe Acrobat, Logos, InDesign, Brochures, Corporate Identity, Flyers, Editing, Newspapers, Art Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising, Email Marketing, Visual Communication, Graphics, Illustrator, Typography, Mac, Pre-press, Image Editing, Photoshop, Art, Digital Photography, Storyboarding, Image Manipulation, Digital Illustration, Multimedia, Direct Mail, Creative Direction, Publications, Newsletters, Posters, Corporate Branding, Publishing, Catalogs, Photography, Web Design, Concept Development, Packaging, Brand Development, Editorial, Copywriting, Graphic Arts, Branding
Education
Ray College of Design 1990 — 1993
BFA
Moraine Valley Community College 1988 — 1990
AS
Atlantic Press Printing July 2015 - Present
Office Depot August 2014 - July 2015
Chicago Sun-Times May 2007 - January 2014
the Courier News August 2006 - May 2007
Fisher Printing September 2000 - January 2005
Union Beverage Company LLC February 1996 - August 1999
PennySaver May 1995 - February 1996
Suburban News Enterprise June 1994 - May 1995
Skills
Illustration, Graphic Design, Flyer Design, Logo Design, Layout, Print Production, QuarkXPress, Adobe Acrobat, Logos, InDesign, Brochures, Corporate Identity, Flyers, Editing, Newspapers, Art Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising, Email Marketing, Visual Communication, Graphics, Illustrator, Typography, Mac, Pre-press, Image Editing, Photoshop, Art, Digital Photography, Storyboarding, Image Manipulation, Digital Illustration, Multimedia, Direct Mail, Creative Direction, Publications, Newsletters, Posters, Corporate Branding, Publishing, Catalogs, Photography, Web Design, Concept Development, Packaging, Brand Development, Editorial, Copywriting, Graphic Arts, Branding
Education
Ray College of Design 1990 — 1993
BFA
Moraine Valley Community College 1988 — 1990
AS
Michelle Holton's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1980 - 1985
Job Holton Enterprises
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Healthcare Purchasing News March 2006 - Present
Holton Enterprises 1992 - Present
NFPA Journal 1997 - 2011
Arthritis Today 1993 - 2000
Standard Rate and Data Service January 1985 - February 1993
Chicago Sun Times 1980 - 1985
Skills
Online Advertising, Webinars, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Lead Generation, Social Media, B2B, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Magazines, Advertising Sales, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Integrated Marketing
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1978 — 1980
BS, Communication
North Carolina State University 1976 — 1978
Communciations
Lyons Township High School
Interpersonal Communications
Healthcare Purchasing News March 2006 - Present
Holton Enterprises 1992 - Present
NFPA Journal 1997 - 2011
Arthritis Today 1993 - 2000
Standard Rate and Data Service January 1985 - February 1993
Chicago Sun Times 1980 - 1985
Skills
Online Advertising, Webinars, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Lead Generation, Social Media, B2B, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Magazines, Advertising Sales, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Integrated Marketing
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1978 — 1980
BS, Communication
North Carolina State University 1976 — 1978
Communciations
Lyons Township High School
Interpersonal Communications
Susan Madison's Chicago Sun-Times Experience September 2005 - January 2009
Job National Account Manager at PINGLINE
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
PINGLINE March 2011 - Present
Your Neighborhood Network 2010 - March 2011
Chicago Sun Times September 2005 - January 2009
CareerBuilder.com June 2003 - February 2004
Madison Promotions November 1992 - June 2003
Kalamazoo Banner Works November 1990 - November 1992
Skills
Sales, Online Advertising, Advertising
Education
Michigan State University
BA, Communication Arts/ Speech Pathology
Sales Training
PINGLINE March 2011 - Present
Your Neighborhood Network 2010 - March 2011
Chicago Sun Times September 2005 - January 2009
CareerBuilder.com June 2003 - February 2004
Madison Promotions November 1992 - June 2003
Kalamazoo Banner Works November 1990 - November 1992
Skills
Sales, Online Advertising, Advertising
Education
Michigan State University
BA, Communication Arts/ Speech Pathology
Sales Training
Gayle Stellas's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1988 - 1998
Job Realtor, Broker Associate
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Coldwell Banker January 2006 - Present
NorthShore University HealthSystem July 2005 - Present
S Group Properties January 2005 - January 2006
Comcast Cable 2001 - 2003
ADVO, Inc 1998 - 2000
Chicago Sun-Times 1988 - 1998
Skills
Relocations, Listings, Selling, Real Estate, Negotiation, Advertising, Direct Marketing, Fundraising, Contract Negotiations, Relocation, First Time Home Buyers, Condos, Foresclosures, Investment Properties, Short Sales, Townhomes, Move-Up Home, Comparative Market..., Online Marketing, Downsizing, Marketing, Contract Negotiation, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Buyers, Real Estate Transactions, Referrals, Home Staging, Single Family Homes, Buyer Representation, Brokerage, Foreclosures, Real Estate Economics, Luxury, Investors, New Homes, ABR, Sellers, Seniors, Rentals, Residential Homes, REO, New Home Sales, Commercial Real Estate, Real Property, Leases, Real Estate Development, Property Management, SFR, Property
Education
Northwestern University
MA, Marketing, Advertising, Media
Northwestern University
BA, Economics & Music
Coldwell Banker January 2006 - Present
NorthShore University HealthSystem July 2005 - Present
S Group Properties January 2005 - January 2006
Comcast Cable 2001 - 2003
ADVO, Inc 1998 - 2000
Chicago Sun-Times 1988 - 1998
Skills
Relocations, Listings, Selling, Real Estate, Negotiation, Advertising, Direct Marketing, Fundraising, Contract Negotiations, Relocation, First Time Home Buyers, Condos, Foresclosures, Investment Properties, Short Sales, Townhomes, Move-Up Home, Comparative Market..., Online Marketing, Downsizing, Marketing, Contract Negotiation, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Buyers, Real Estate Transactions, Referrals, Home Staging, Single Family Homes, Buyer Representation, Brokerage, Foreclosures, Real Estate Economics, Luxury, Investors, New Homes, ABR, Sellers, Seniors, Rentals, Residential Homes, REO, New Home Sales, Commercial Real Estate, Real Property, Leases, Real Estate Development, Property Management, SFR, Property
Education
Northwestern University
MA, Marketing, Advertising, Media
Northwestern University
BA, Economics & Music
Phil Franchine's Chicago Sun-Times Experience November 1984 - October 1999
Job Freelance writer
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Freelance writer June 2014 - Present
Green Valley News and Sun May 2001 - June 2014
Chicago Sun-Times November 1984 - October 1999
American Jewish Committee 1979 - 1983
Skills
Stories, Editing, Copywriting, Writing, Social Media
Education
Northwestern University 1971 — 1975
BA, Economics
Freelance writer June 2014 - Present
Green Valley News and Sun May 2001 - June 2014
Chicago Sun-Times November 1984 - October 1999
American Jewish Committee 1979 - 1983
Skills
Stories, Editing, Copywriting, Writing, Social Media
Education
Northwestern University 1971 — 1975
BA, Economics
Greg Burns's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1985 - 1993
Job Senior Manager, public relations and financial communications at Allstate
Industry Insurance
Experience
Allstate March 2015 - Present
Chicago Tribune June 2010 - February 2015
Chicago Tribune September 2008 - June 2010
Chicago Tribune March 2002 - September 2008
Chicago Tribune December 1999 - March 2002
Chicago Tribune June 1997 - November 1999
BusinessWeek 1993 - 1997
Chicago Sun-Times 1985 - 1993
Skills
News Writing, Newspaper, Breaking News, Journalism, Ap Style, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Editorial, Editing
Education
Northwestern University 1979 — 1984
bs/ms, Journalism
Allstate March 2015 - Present
Chicago Tribune June 2010 - February 2015
Chicago Tribune September 2008 - June 2010
Chicago Tribune March 2002 - September 2008
Chicago Tribune December 1999 - March 2002
Chicago Tribune June 1997 - November 1999
BusinessWeek 1993 - 1997
Chicago Sun-Times 1985 - 1993
Skills
News Writing, Newspaper, Breaking News, Journalism, Ap Style, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Editorial, Editing
Education
Northwestern University 1979 — 1984
bs/ms, Journalism
Chuck Neubauer's Chicago Sun-Times Experience August 1983 - August 2001
Job Investigative Reporter
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Self-employed April 2013 - Present
WashingtonTimes March 2009 - January 2013
Los Angeles Times September 2001 - November 2008
Chicago Sun-Times August 1983 - August 2001
Chicago Tribune Media Group September 1974 - July 1983
Skills
Journalism, Investigative Reporting, Newspapers
Education
Northwestern University 1972 — 1973
Master's degree, Journalism
Northwestern University 1968 — 1972
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Self-employed April 2013 - Present
WashingtonTimes March 2009 - January 2013
Los Angeles Times September 2001 - November 2008
Chicago Sun-Times August 1983 - August 2001
Chicago Tribune Media Group September 1974 - July 1983
Skills
Journalism, Investigative Reporting, Newspapers
Education
Northwestern University 1972 — 1973
Master's degree, Journalism
Northwestern University 1968 — 1972
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Sharon Cotliar's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1993 - 1997
Job Awardwinning Journalist and Editor | Contributor to People Magazine, Good Housekeeping, Glamour and MORE magazines
Industry Publishing
Experience
Good Housekeeping, Glamour and MORE magazines July 2014 - Present
People Magazine October 1999 - June 2014
The Denver Post 1998 - 1999
Chicago Sun-Times 1993 - 1997
The New York Times 1991 - 1993
The Patriot Ledger 1988 - 1990
Skills
Interviewing, Reporting, Journalism, Editing, Storytelling, Editorial Management, Public Speaking, Mentoring Young..., VIP Contacts/Relations, Assignment Editor, Publishing, Feature Articles, Magazines, Blogging, Social Media, Copy Editing, Newspapers, Press Releases, Writing, Media Relations, Copywriting
Education
Northwestern University
Master of Science (MS), Journalism
Simmons College
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Good Housekeeping, Glamour and MORE magazines July 2014 - Present
People Magazine October 1999 - June 2014
The Denver Post 1998 - 1999
Chicago Sun-Times 1993 - 1997
The New York Times 1991 - 1993
The Patriot Ledger 1988 - 1990
Skills
Interviewing, Reporting, Journalism, Editing, Storytelling, Editorial Management, Public Speaking, Mentoring Young..., VIP Contacts/Relations, Assignment Editor, Publishing, Feature Articles, Magazines, Blogging, Social Media, Copy Editing, Newspapers, Press Releases, Writing, Media Relations, Copywriting
Education
Northwestern University
Master of Science (MS), Journalism
Simmons College
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Carolyn Ulrich's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1987 - January 1994
Job Editor at Chicagoland Gardening
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Chicagoland Gardening EditorChicagoland Gardening Magazine1996 - Present
Chicago Sun Times 1987 - January 1994
Education
Northwestern University 1966 — 1967
M.A.T., English/Education
The University of Kansas 1960 — 1964
B.A., English, French
Chicagoland Gardening EditorChicagoland Gardening Magazine1996 - Present
Chicago Sun Times 1987 - January 1994
Education
Northwestern University 1966 — 1967
M.A.T., English/Education
The University of Kansas 1960 — 1964
B.A., English, French
Pamela Feigenbaum's Chicago Sun-Times Experience July 1998 - April 2000
Job Copy Editor at The Washington Post
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The Washington Post May 2000 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times July 1998 - April 2000
Winston-Salem Journal November 1994 - May 1998
Gannett Suburban Newspapers September 1986 - October 1994
Viewtron (Viewdata Corp., Knight Ridder) June 1984 - February 1986
Education
Ohio Wesleyan University 1980 — 1984
B.A., Journalism
American University 1983 — 1983
Washington Journalism Semester
The Washington Post May 2000 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times July 1998 - April 2000
Winston-Salem Journal November 1994 - May 1998
Gannett Suburban Newspapers September 1986 - October 1994
Viewtron (Viewdata Corp., Knight Ridder) June 1984 - February 1986
Education
Ohio Wesleyan University 1980 — 1984
B.A., Journalism
American University 1983 — 1983
Washington Journalism Semester
Sue Ontiveros's Chicago Sun-Times Experience May 2014 - Present
Job Wellness blogger/columnist at Chicago SunTimes
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Chicago Sun-Times May 2014 - Present
Northwestern University, Medill School of Journalism June 2014 - December 2014
Chicago Sun-Times July 2006 - April 2014
Chicago Sun-Times June 1996 - June 2006
Skills
Newspapers, Editing, Writing, Creativity, Food, Fitness, Nutrition, Health
Education
Northwestern University
BSJ/MSJ, Journalism
Chicago Sun-Times May 2014 - Present
Northwestern University, Medill School of Journalism June 2014 - December 2014
Chicago Sun-Times July 2006 - April 2014
Chicago Sun-Times June 1996 - June 2006
Skills
Newspapers, Editing, Writing, Creativity, Food, Fitness, Nutrition, Health
Education
Northwestern University
BSJ/MSJ, Journalism
Jon Durr's Chicago Sun-Times Experience January 2012 - Present
Job Photography Intern at Miami Herald Media Company
Industry Photography
Experience
Miami Herald Media Company October 2014 - Present
Getty Images July 2014 - Present
USA TODAY Sports Images March 2014 - Present
Getty Images July 2014 - Present
USA TODAY Sports Images December 2013 - Present
Columbia Chronicle August 2013 - December 2013
Eclipse Sportswire April 2014 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times January 2012 - Present
Skills
Sports Photography, Photo Mechanic, Photojournalism, Lightroom, Photoshop, Editing, Newspapers, Photo Editor, Photography, Image Editing, Windows, Sports, Mac OS X, Nikon, Studio Lighting, Editorial, OS X, Digital Photography, Journalism, Documentary Photography, Travel Photography, Photos, Canon, Remote Cameras, Workflow, On-site Photo Editing
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2012 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Photojournalism
University of the Arts London 2012 — 2013
Photojournalism
Oakton Community College 2009 — 2011
General Education
Miami Herald Media Company October 2014 - Present
Getty Images July 2014 - Present
USA TODAY Sports Images March 2014 - Present
Getty Images July 2014 - Present
USA TODAY Sports Images December 2013 - Present
Columbia Chronicle August 2013 - December 2013
Eclipse Sportswire April 2014 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times January 2012 - Present
Skills
Sports Photography, Photo Mechanic, Photojournalism, Lightroom, Photoshop, Editing, Newspapers, Photo Editor, Photography, Image Editing, Windows, Sports, Mac OS X, Nikon, Studio Lighting, Editorial, OS X, Digital Photography, Journalism, Documentary Photography, Travel Photography, Photos, Canon, Remote Cameras, Workflow, On-site Photo Editing
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2012 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Photojournalism
University of the Arts London 2012 — 2013
Photojournalism
Oakton Community College 2009 — 2011
General Education
Jerome Idaszak's Chicago Sun-Times Experience September 1985 - October 1990
Job writing and consulting at selfemployed
Industry Publishing
Experience
self-employed February 2013 - Present
The Kiplinger Washington Editors April 1992 - February 2013
Chicago Sun-Times September 1985 - October 1990
Skills
Editorial, Copy Editing, AP Style, News Writing, Journalism, Web Content, Newspapers, Magazines, Feature Articles, Editing, Publications
Education
Northwestern University 1964 — 1968
Bachelor's degree and master's degree, Journalism
self-employed February 2013 - Present
The Kiplinger Washington Editors April 1992 - February 2013
Chicago Sun-Times September 1985 - October 1990
Skills
Editorial, Copy Editing, AP Style, News Writing, Journalism, Web Content, Newspapers, Magazines, Feature Articles, Editing, Publications
Education
Northwestern University 1964 — 1968
Bachelor's degree and master's degree, Journalism
Brittany Jewel McPherson's Chicago Sun-Times Experience June 2010 - Present
Job Writer/Director
Industry Entertainment
Experience
Chicago Sun-Times June 2010 - Present
Northwestern University Film Equipment Cage September 2007 - Present
Inspire Films March 2007 - Present
Legacy of Diversity April 2006 - Present
Independent Film Productions January 2006 - Present
Freemantle Media Talent and Discovery Program June 2010 - June 2010
Miramax Films June 2009 - August 2009
Lionsgate Entertainment June 2008 - August 2008
Gold Circle Films June 2008 - August 2008
Education
Northwestern University 2006 — 2010
Northwestern University: School of Communications
Bachelor of Arts, Radio/Television/Film Certificate
Chicago Sun-Times June 2010 - Present
Northwestern University Film Equipment Cage September 2007 - Present
Inspire Films March 2007 - Present
Legacy of Diversity April 2006 - Present
Independent Film Productions January 2006 - Present
Freemantle Media Talent and Discovery Program June 2010 - June 2010
Miramax Films June 2009 - August 2009
Lionsgate Entertainment June 2008 - August 2008
Gold Circle Films June 2008 - August 2008
Education
Northwestern University 2006 — 2010
Northwestern University: School of Communications
Bachelor of Arts, Radio/Television/Film Certificate
Mike Ruckman's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 2008 - 2011
Job Director of Transportation at SunTimes News Group
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Sun-Times News Group January 2007 - January 2012
Chicago Sun-Times 2008 - 2011
Chicago Sun-Times 1997 - 2007
Chicago Sun-Times 1993 - 1997
Chicago Sun-Times November 1992 - March 1993
Chicago Sun-Times November 1982 - November 1992
Skills
Newspaper, Sales Management, Microsoft Excel, Project Management, Team Leadership, Management, Microsoft Word, Magazines, Time Management, Publications, Transportation
Education
Moraine Valley Community College 1974 — 1976
Business
Oak Lanw Community High School 1970 — 1974
Sun-Times News Group January 2007 - January 2012
Chicago Sun-Times 2008 - 2011
Chicago Sun-Times 1997 - 2007
Chicago Sun-Times 1993 - 1997
Chicago Sun-Times November 1992 - March 1993
Chicago Sun-Times November 1982 - November 1992
Skills
Newspaper, Sales Management, Microsoft Excel, Project Management, Team Leadership, Management, Microsoft Word, Magazines, Time Management, Publications, Transportation
Education
Moraine Valley Community College 1974 — 1976
Business
Oak Lanw Community High School 1970 — 1974
Lisa Jerstad's Chicago Sun-Times Experience November 1988 - January 1992
Job Newspapers Professional
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Sun-Times News Group May 2007 - July 2011
Sun-Times News Group April 2000 - May 2007
Sun-Times News Group January 1992 - April 2000
Chicago Sun-Times November 1988 - January 1992
Chicago Sun-Times October 1984 - November 1988
Chicago Sun-Times September 1980 - October 1984
Chicago Sun-Times August 1979 - September 1980
Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Sales, Microsoft Office, Sales Management, Invoicing, Training
Education
Bloom Township High School
Prairie State College
Associate's degree, Secretarial Science
Sun-Times News Group May 2007 - July 2011
Sun-Times News Group April 2000 - May 2007
Sun-Times News Group January 1992 - April 2000
Chicago Sun-Times November 1988 - January 1992
Chicago Sun-Times October 1984 - November 1988
Chicago Sun-Times September 1980 - October 1984
Chicago Sun-Times August 1979 - September 1980
Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Sales, Microsoft Office, Sales Management, Invoicing, Training
Education
Bloom Township High School
Prairie State College
Associate's degree, Secretarial Science
Scott M. Fincher's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 1968 - 1979
Job Photographer, editor, writer
Industry Photography
Experience
Self-employed various editing positionsChicago Tribune1979 - 2006
Chicago Sun-Times 1968 - 1979
Education
Northwestern University
bachelor's, English Language and Literature/Letters
Roosevelt Military Academy
Self-employed various editing positionsChicago Tribune1979 - 2006
Chicago Sun-Times 1968 - 1979
Education
Northwestern University
bachelor's, English Language and Literature/Letters
Roosevelt Military Academy
Greg Good's Chicago Sun-Times Experience May 1994 - December 2011
Job Graphics Producer, Tribune News Service
Industry Design
Experience
Tribune News Service October 2013 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times May 1994 - December 2011
Skills
Digital Illustration, Vector Illustration, Architectural..., Technical Illustration, Graphics, Information Graphics, 3D graphics, Layout, Logo Design, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Typography, Photography, Illustration, Drawing, Advertising, Art
Education
Minneapolis College of Art and Design 1983 — 1987
Bachelor's degree, Design and Visual Communications, General
Tribune News Service October 2013 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times May 1994 - December 2011
Skills
Digital Illustration, Vector Illustration, Architectural..., Technical Illustration, Graphics, Information Graphics, 3D graphics, Layout, Logo Design, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Typography, Photography, Illustration, Drawing, Advertising, Art
Education
Minneapolis College of Art and Design 1983 — 1987
Bachelor's degree, Design and Visual Communications, General
Anders Lindell's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 2000 - 2002
Job Web Developer at Waubonsee Community College
Industry Internet
Experience
Waubonsee Community College September 2006 - Present
Damar Systems 2002 - 2006
Chicago Sun-Times 2000 - 2002
Skills
PHP, MySQL, HTML 5, Advanced CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, jQuery UI, jQuery Mobile, AJAX, JSON, XML, Custom CMS Development, Mobile Internet, Responsive Design, User Experience Design, User Interface Design, MVC Architecture, RESTful WebServices, W3C Standards, Accessibility, Web Analytics, Project Management, Technical Leadership, Linux, Apache, Windows Server, Windows IIS, phpMyAdmin, Toad for Oracle, Database Design, Data Integration, Database Administration, Relational Databases, Oracle PL/SQL..., Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office
Education
Northern Illinois University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Time Arts
Waubonsee Community College September 2006 - Present
Damar Systems 2002 - 2006
Chicago Sun-Times 2000 - 2002
Skills
PHP, MySQL, HTML 5, Advanced CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, jQuery UI, jQuery Mobile, AJAX, JSON, XML, Custom CMS Development, Mobile Internet, Responsive Design, User Experience Design, User Interface Design, MVC Architecture, RESTful WebServices, W3C Standards, Accessibility, Web Analytics, Project Management, Technical Leadership, Linux, Apache, Windows Server, Windows IIS, phpMyAdmin, Toad for Oracle, Database Design, Data Integration, Database Administration, Relational Databases, Oracle PL/SQL..., Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office
Education
Northern Illinois University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Time Arts
Susan Madison's Chicago Sun-Times Experience 2005 - 2009
Job Experienced Sales Professional
Industry Consumer Services
Experience
THE CLARE October 2013 - September 2014
PINGLINE 2011 - 2013
YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD NETWORK 2009 - 2011
CHICAGO SUN-TIMES 2005 - 2009
Skills
B2B, Sales, Management, Advertising, Customer Service, Public Relations, Telemarketing, Marketing, Inside Sales, Outside Sales, New Business Development, New Media
Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor's Degree, Communication Arts
Michigan State University
Bachelor's degree, Communications/Speech Pathology
THE CLARE October 2013 - September 2014
PINGLINE 2011 - 2013
YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD NETWORK 2009 - 2011
CHICAGO SUN-TIMES 2005 - 2009
Skills
B2B, Sales, Management, Advertising, Customer Service, Public Relations, Telemarketing, Marketing, Inside Sales, Outside Sales, New Business Development, New Media
Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor's Degree, Communication Arts
Michigan State University
Bachelor's degree, Communications/Speech Pathology
Independent Newspapers
San Antonio Light
NST
Independent