Experience
ANN INC. (parent company of Ann Taylor, LOFT & Lou & Grey)   April 2015 - Present
Q&E   September 2014 - Present
Freelance writer   January 2007 - Present
Anthropologie  July 2013 - April 2015
BOB.tv   July 2013 - January 2014
Ideaction Corps   September 2013 - December 2013
The Women's Insider   September 2013 - December 2013
Online Vintage Retail   January 2012 - December 2013
Dr. Onesmo Balemba's Laboratory   July 2010 - January 2013
University of Idaho  January 2010 - January 2012

Skills
Fundraising, Publishing, Creative Writing, Writing, Running, Show Runner, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Biology, Volunteering, Volunteer Training, Non-profit Volunteer, Administrative..., Laboratory Skills, Video Production, Leadership, Call Centers, Calendar Planning, Travel Planning, Travel Arrangements, Blogging, Deadline Oriented, Online Research, Fashion, Nonprofits, Creative Non-fiction, Journalism, Music Journalism, Magazines, Editing, Research, Social Media, PowerPoint, Gardening, Vegan, Outdoor Recreation, Hiking, Health, Nutrition, Yoga, Human Nutrition, Volunteer Management, Music, Adobe Creative Suite, Event Planning, Higher Education, Social Networking, Grant Writing, Community Outreach

Education
University of Idaho   2009 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Biology/ Creative Writing

Experience
CNN International  December 2014 - Present
Freelance Writer   2011 - Present
Photographer  January 2007 - Present
The Weather Channel  March 2014 - November 2014
WHAS-TV  September 2011 - February 2014
Today's Woman Community   January 2009 - November 2011
Miraval Arizona  October 2005 - November 2007
Metropolitan Tucson Convention & Visitors Bureau  August 2003 - September 2005
KOLD   May 1996 - May 2003
Hawaiian Airlines  March 1987 - July 1993

Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, Copywriting, Photoshop, Interviewing Skills, Writing, News Writing, Newsletters, Company Newsletters, Broadcast, Customer Service, Event Planning, Breaking News, Media Relations, Editing, AP Style, Blogging, Broadcast Journalism, Copy Editing, Corporate Communications, Creative Writing, Digital Media, Editorial, Facebook, Feature Articles, Journalism, Magazines, Marketing Communications, New Media, Newspapers, Photography, Press Releases, Publicity, Radio, Social Networking, Storytelling, Television, Video, Video Editing, Video Production, Web Content, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking

Education
University of Hawaii at Manoa

Experience
Freelance Writer   May 2014 - Present
University of Maryland  2011 - 2014
University of Maryland  August 2008 - 2011
Colorado Court of Appeals  May 2002 - September 2004
DLA Piper  September 2000 - March 2002

Skills
Research, Historical Research, Teaching, Legal Research, Horse Racing, Sports Writing, Sports Analysis, Public Speaking, American History, Public Law, Political Science

Education
University of Michigan Law School   1997 — 2000
Juris Doctorate

University of Maryland College Park   2008 — 2011
Master's Degree, Political Science

University of Michigan   1992 — 1996
BA, History

Experience
Mic  February 2015 - Present
Nerve Media   October 2012 - Present
Freelance Writer   2010 - Present
Penguin Group USA  November 2010 - 2013
Bunch of Grapes Bookstore   2007 - 2010
Holly Black   2008 - 2009

Skills
Blogging, Editing, Creative Writing, Poetry, Journalism, Copy Editing, Social Media, Storytelling, Freelance Writing, Editorial, Feature Articles, Copywriting, Research, Publishing, Publications

Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General, summa cum laude

Experience
Freelance Writer   2013 - Present
Transcriber   March 2009 - Present
Paramount Pictures  October 2007 - April 2009
Patuxent Publishing  January 2004 - August 2007

Skills
Entertainment, Television, Film, transcription, writing, article writing, blogging, product reviews, screenwriting, Script Coverage, SEO Copywriting, Social Media Blogging, Web Content Creation, Feature Films, Acting, Short Films, Screenwriting, Film Production, Reality

Education
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Bachelor’s Degree, Communications

Experience
Ivystone Group LLC  December 2013 - Present
Winters Group   July 2012 - Present
Freelance Writer   December 2009 - Present
Daily Grommet  2011 - July 2012
The Swank Company   October 2003 - June 2008
Eden Limited, specialty retailer   September 2000 - December 2002
Georgia-Pacific LLC  March 1998 - December 1999
Compaq Computers  January 1994 - March 1998

Education
University of Georgia - Terry College of Business   1990 — 1995
BBA, Management Information Systems

Experience
Salve Regina University  2009 - Present
Salve Regina University  2008 - 2011
J-History   2006 - 2011
Freelance Writer   1995 - 2004
USA Today  1999 - 2003
The American School Board Journal   1994 - 1995
The American School Board Journal   1988 - 1994
California Farmer Magazine   1985 - 1988
Science and Children Magazine   1983 - 1985
University of Illinois at Chicago  1980 - 1982

Skills
University Teaching, Editing, Research, Magazine Feature Writing, News Writing, Online Journalism, Social Media Strategies, Book History, Publishing, Curriculum Development..., External Evaluation, Feature Articles, Books, Higher Education, Social Media, Publications, Teaching, Magazines, Curriculum Design

Education
Salve Regina University

Salve Regina University

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
M.A., Ph.D., English

Merrimack College
B.A., English and French

Experience
Game Informer Magazine  August 2015 - Present
Game Informer Magazine  July 2012 - August 2015
Freelance Writer   June 2011 - July 2012
RPGFan   February 2009 - July 2012
Content Magazine  January 2006 - June 2007

Skills
Editing, Journalistic Writing, Video Game Journalism, Web Content Creation, Proofreading, Creative Writing, Magazines, Publishing, Copywriting, Publications, Storytelling, Content Strategy, Copy Editing, Blogging, Television, Video Games, News Writing, Journalism, Editorial

Education
University of Iowa   2003 — 2007
B.A., Journalism, English, Psychology

Experience
Freelance Writer   April 2010 - Present

Skills
Creative Writing, Poetry, Literature, Creative Non-fiction, Memoir, Travel Writing, Social Networking, Facebook, Online Journalism, Grammar, YouTube, Tumblr, Twitter, Organization, Literary Fiction, Creative Nonfiction..., Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Writing, Social Media

Education
University of Maryland University College   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General

Experience
AAA Hoosier Motor Club  October 1999 - Present
Freelance Writer   1990 - Present
Resort Condominiums International  1997 - 1999
IUPUI  1994 - 1997
USA Gymnastics  1993 - 1994
University of Texas at Arlington  1992 - 1993
Gallaudet University  1989 - 1992

Skills
Writing, Public Speaking, Sign Language, Media Relations, Public Relations, Journalism, Press Releases, Blogging, Sports, Social Media, Corporate Communications, Newsletters, Editing, Social Networking, Facebook, Promotions, Publicity, Internal Communications, Word, Publications, Freelance Writing, Community Relations, Proofreading, Creative Writing, Community Outreach, Travel Writing, Sports Writing, Percussion, Message Development, Radio, Microsoft Word, Community Development, Social Media Marketing, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Copywriting

Education
University of Indianapolis   1986 — 1989
BS, Journalism, Sports Information, Public Relations, Speech

Perry Meridian High School   1982 — 1985
Music and Journalism

Experience
InStyle.com  August 2013 - Present
Freelance Writer   January 2011 - Present
InStyle.com  June 2013 - July 2013
Time Inc.  June 2011 - February 2013
Charla Krupp   March 2011 - January 2012
Prestige Hong Kong   June 2010 - December 2010
Illinois Alumni Magazine   January 2010 - May 2010
Teen Vogue  June 2009 - August 2009
Cookie Magazine  January 2009 - May 2009
Daily Illini  December 2006 - December 2008

Skills
Blogging, Editing, Writing, Creative Writing, Proofreading, Storytelling, Publications, Social Media, Facebook, Magazines, SEO, Editorial, CMS

Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   2006 — 2010
BS, Journalism

Experience
Freelance Writer   October 2008 - Present
Laurelwood Family Dentistry   October 2011 - Present
Emerging Pathogens Institute  April 2008 - February 2010
Florida Museum of Natural History  August 2006 - October 2008
Center for Biological Diversity  May 2005 - December 2005
University of Florida  January 2004 - May 2005
Rogers, Lovelock and Fritz, Inc.   January 2002 - January 2004

Skills
Science Journalism, Editing, Blogging, Research, Journalism, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Social Media, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Ecology, Web Content, Science Communication, Science, Ap Style, Publishing, Public Relations, Books, Magazines, Publications, Editorial, Newspaper, Press Releases, Newsletters, History, Proofreading, Content Development, Copywriting, Technical Writing, Creative Writing, Freelance Writing, Published Author

Education
University of Florida   2005 — 2008
Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Ecology, Journalism and Ecology

University of Florida   1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Design, Commerical Architectural Interior Design

Experience
Freelance Writer   January 2012 - Present

Skills
Online Marketing, Copy Editing, Blogging, Web Design, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Creative Writing, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Editing, SEO, Online Advertising

Education
University of Michigan   1989 — 1996
Liberal Arts, English Language and Literature, General

Experience
Humana  February 2015 - Present
Freelance Writer   February 2011 - Present
Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs, LLP   March 2012 - February 2015
Frost Brown Todd  September 2008 - March 2012
The Rawlings Group  January 2006 - September 2008

Skills
Paralegal, Writing, Immigration Law, Immigration Issues, Employment-based..., Horse Racing, Adjustment Of Status, Civil Litigation, H-1B, U.S. Immigration, Litigation, L-1, Torts, Product Liability, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Appeals, Legal Issues, Consular Processing, Pleadings, Naturalization, Courts, Legal Advice, Public Relations, Social Media

Education
University of Louisville   1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government

Experience
Hays Companies  August 2012 - Present
University of Colorado Athletics  November 2011 - Present
Freelance Writer   February 2012 - Present
Hays Companies of Denver   May 2008 - August 2012
Boulder Area Human Resources Assocation   July 2010 - December 2011
Cotton USA   February 2007 - April 2008
Discovery Distribution/Trinity Technology Group   August 2005 - February 2007
GAB Robins  February 2004 - August 2005
Farmland Insurance  July 2002 - February 2004
GAB Robins  October 1999 - July 2002

Skills
Insurance, Marketing, Claim, Training, Employee Benefits, Risk Management, Sales, Account Management, D&O, Underwriting, Lead Generation, Leadership, New Business Development, Workers Compensation, Management, Business Development, Property Damage, Claims Handling, Property & Casualty..., Commercial Insurance, Claims Management, laughing, Talking, Humor, Creative Writing, Event Planning, Sales Management, Investigation, Professional Liability, Disability Insurance, Employment Practices..., Listening, Property and Caualty..., Colorado, Music, communicating, investigating, searching, hair raising, eating, Storytelling

Education
University of Colorado Boulder   1986 — 1991
BA, History

Durango High School   1983 — 1986

Experience
Reshoring Initiative   August 2013 - Present
Freelance Writer   September 2011 - Present
Starbucks/Intrawest   July 2012 - April 2013
Starbucks/Intrawest   November 2009 - June 2012
Standard Baking Co   May 2009 - November 2011
gBritt PR  January 2011 - August 2011
Maine Jewish Film Festival   January 2011 - March 2011
Mada al-Carmel   July 2010 - December 2010
Catholic Charities Maine  May 2009 - July 2010
Middle East Center, University of Pennsylvania   February 2009 - May 2009

Skills
Editing, Web Content, Media Relations, Research, Event Planning, Copywriting, International Relations, Fundraising, Blogging, Social Media, Customer Service, Photography, Journalism, Nonprofits, Writing, Non-profits, New Media, Communication, Press Releases, Data Analysis, R, Python

Education
University of Colorado Boulder   2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, Linguistics

University of Pennsylvania   2005 — 2009
BA, Modern Middle East Studies

University of Jordan/CIEE   2008 — 2008
Study Abroad - Language & Culture

Experience
NCQA  July 2013 - Present
Ameritox  January 2011 - July 2013
Lacrosse Playground   January 2009 - July 2011
Maxim Healthcare Services  February 2010 - January 2011
Maxim Healthcare Services  August 2007 - February 2010
Paint Branch High School  2001 - 2008
Inside Lacrosse  September 2004 - August 2007
Freelance Writer   September 1998 - August 2004
Baltimore Bayhawks   March 2001 - August 2002

Skills
Email Marketing, SEO, Web Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Web Project Management, Online Reputation..., Public Relations, Digital Strategy, Online Communications, Web Analytics, Google Analytics, Google Adwords, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Advertising, Recruitment Advertising, Omniture, Ektron, Final Cut Pro, Mobile Marketing, Brand Development, Brand Developement, Data Analysis, Facebook, Social Media, Lead Generation, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Blogging, Direct Marketing, WordPress, Press Releases, Presentation Development, PPC

Education
University of Maryland University College   2010 — 2017
MS, Management - Marketing, 4.0

University of Maryland College Park   1999 — 2003
BA, Journalism

Experience
Seahawk Creative   January 2007 - Present
Freelance Writer   1983 - Present
Caribbean Travel & Life   2001 - 2007

Skills
Photography, Travel Writing, Magazines, Editing, Creative Writing, Editorial, Storytelling, Publications, Publishing, Journalism, Web Content, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Books, Copywriting, Blogging, New Media, Newsletters, Digital Photography, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media, Video, Publicity, Proofreading, Television

Education
University of Miami   1980 — 1984
Marine Sciences/Marine Affairs

University of Miami

Experience
Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation   September 2011 - Present
Freelance Writer   1985 - Present
Consultant  1995 - 2011
Actor  1985 - 1998

Skills
Sustainability, Organizational..., Art, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Curriculum Development, Grant Writing, Board Development, Non-profits, Editing, Program Management, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Philanthropy, Grants, Volunteer Management, Research

Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   1978 — 1984
B.S., Music Education

Experience
Simmons Supply Chain Solutions   January 2015 - Present
Freelance Writer   March 2008 - Present
University of Cincinnati Institute for Policy Research  November 2013 - October 2014
Jessie's House/ Pet Sitting   July 2010 - July 2013
Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County  June 2010 - August 2012

Skills
Fundraising, Social Networking, Research, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Nonprofits, PowerPoint, Editing

Education
University of Cincinnati   2013 — 2017
Master of Social Work (M.S.W.), Social Work

Saint Ursula Academy, Cincinnati OH   2009 — 2013
12th

Maddux   2003 — 2005

Experience
Arbonne International LLC  March 2015 - Present
Freelance Writer   January 2011 - Present
Westwood College  2009 - 2011
Sparkling Touch Cleaning Services   2003 - 2008

Skills
Strategic Planning, Editing, Research, Public Speaking, Social Media, Customer Service

Education
University of Colorado at Boulder   2010 — 2011
SLPA Certificate, Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist

University of Colorado at Denver   1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies

Experience
The Leeb Group and Leeb Capital Management   2004 - Present
Dorsey Investment Advisors   2000 - 2004
Freelance Writer   1999 - 2004
KCI Communications (now known as Investing Daily)   1987 - 1998

Skills
Investments, Securities, Investment Strategies, Financial Services, Portfolio Management, Equities, Risk Management, Mutual Funds, Trading, Newsletters, Investment Management, Investment Advisory, Alternative Investments, Equity Research, Valuation, Asset Management, Capital Markets, Bloomberg, Financial Markets, Fixed Income, Finance, Asset Allocation, Economics

Education
University of Delaware   1980 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts, Economics and International Relations

University of Delaware
Economics and International Relations

Experience
John McGeough\   2011 - Present
Freelance Writer   January 2000 - Present
Atasca Woodcrafts   2000 - Present
John McGeough   2000 - Present
John McGeough   2000 - Present
Sheldon Independent school District  1974 - 2011
Sheldon Independent School district  2000 - 2010
C. E. King Middle School   1976 - 2004

Skills
Teaching, Microsoft Office, Research, Art, Photography, Coaching, Curriculum Development, Public Speaking, Educational Technology

Education
University of Houston   1970 — 2010
Post Graduate work in Music, Education and Photography in Art, Trumpet, conduction, biology, photography, wood crafting.

Experience
Freelance Writer   January 2008 - Present
Rent Max Car Rental   March 2011 - April 2013
Craig's Korea   June 2008 - January 2011
Net Management Services   January 2001 - April 2008
Thrifty Car Rental  August 1998 - May 2001
Alamo Rent A Car  April 1995 - July 1998

Skills
Social Media Marketing, Editing, Web Content, Marketing, Training and Development, Inside and Outside Sales, Operations Management, Public Relations

Education
University of Florida
BS, Journalism/Minor-Political Science

Experience
Homewatch CareGivers  September 2013 - Present
Freelance writer   July 2005 - Present
Denver Woman's Press Club   2013 - 2015
Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)   April 2013 - May 2013
Rhythm of Life Consulting   February 2011 - December 2012
The New York Times  June 1995 - June 2005

Skills
Writing, Research, Journalism, Profiles, Books, Editing, Blogging, Web Content, Publicity, Newsletters, Magazines, Editorial, Proofreading, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Feature Articles, Publishing, Publications, Freelance Writing, Content Development, Copywriting, Newspaper, Public Relations, Online Publishing, Social Media Marketing, Content Strategy, Media Relations, Travel Writing, Marketing Copy, Content Management, News Writing, Ghostwriting, Creative Writing, Non-fiction, Fact-checking, Content Writing, Facebook, Magazine Articles, Published Author, Book Reviews, Strategic Communications, Online Journalism, Social Networking, Speech Writing, Newspapers

Education
University of Colorado Boulder

University of Colorado at Boulder
Bachelor's degree, Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

Experience
Qlik  March 2014 - Present
Symantec Corporation  April 2008 - July 2013
Freelance writer   May 2005 - March 2008
GVK Biosciences  November 2006 - May 2007

Skills
Copy Editing, Content Management, Publishing, Web Content, CMS, Content Development, Technical Writing, Wordpress, Content Writing, SEO, E-Learning, Content Strategy, Corporate Communications, Web Content Management, Editing, Dreamweaver, FrameMaker, Web Design, Technical Documentation, HTML, Proofreading, Learning Management..., Website Development, Web Project Management, Copywriting

Education
Stella Maris College   2003 — 2005
Master of Science (MS), Bioinformatics

University of Madras   2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Adarsh Senior Secondary School   1998 — 2000

Experience
Savannah College of Art and Design  August 2015 - Present
Savannah College of Art and Design  December 2013 - July 2015
Freelance Writer   July 2013 - December 2013
The Island Packet  September 2010 - June 2013
McClatchy Washington Bureau   January 2010 - June 2010
The Diamondback  September 2006 - May 2010
Waterbury Republican-American  June 2009 - August 2009
The Washington Post  June 2008 - June 2009

Skills
Newspaper, Ap Style, Journalism, Storytelling, Copy Editing, French, Social Media, Newspapers, Editing, News Writing, AP Style, Breaking News, Publishing, Publications, Online Journalism, Editorial, Feature Articles, Writing

Education
University of Maryland College Park   2006 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Journalism

Experience
Plano ISD  August 2013 - Present
Just Write Copywriting and Editing Services   April 2012 - Present
Freelance writer   November 2010 - Present
C&S Media   July 2006 - December 2011
Freelance / Writer   January 1997 - November 2010

Skills
Newsletters, Press Releases, Copywriting, Public Relations, Social Media, Blogging, Journalism, Editing, Writing, Creative Writing, Online Marketing, Public Speaking, Market Planning, Non-profits, Books, Word, Microsoft Office, Excel, Small Business, Media Relations, Strategic Planning, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Corporate Communications, Facebook, Copy Editing, Promotions, Strategic Communications, Internal Communications, Problem Solving, Marketing Strategy, Publicity, Event Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Marketing, Proofreading, Creative Direction, Content Development, Ghostwriting, Speech Writing, Freelance Writing, Content Marketing, News Writing, Publications, Fiction Writing, Storytelling, Magazine Articles, Publishing

Education
University of Colorado at Boulder
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Experience
Freelance Writer   June 2012 - Present
The Russell Williams Group   July 1999 - Present
Faulds Advertising/Edinburgh Scotland   January 1997 - April 1999
Faulds Advertising   1997 - 1999
Faulds Advertising   1997 - 1999
The Leo Burnett Company   August 1991 - September 1996

Skills
Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Public Relations, Project Management, Strategic Communications, Business Strategy, Event Management, Strategy, Advertising

Education
University of Iowa   1987 — 1991
BA, Journalism and Mass Communications

Experience
United States of Mind   August 2007 - Present
Freelance Writer   January 2006 - Present
Paxahau  May 2006 - May 2008
Effigy Studios   January 2005 - June 2007
North American College Painters   2000 - 2004

Education
University of Michigan   2000 — 2004

Experience
Commercial Insurance Managers   2015 - Present
Northwestern Mutual  2013 - 2014
Capital Financial Partners  2011 - 2013
Freelance writer   1998 - 2011

Skills
Public Relations, Marketing, Disability Insurance, New Business Development, Project Management, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Writing, Client Relations, Long Term Care Insurance, Interviewing, Interview Preparation, Copy Editing, Wedding Videography, Pro Wrestling Referee, Interviews

Education
University of Maryland Baltimore County
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Literature with minor in Creative Writing

Experience
2U  August 2013 - Present
Freelance Writer   September 2012 - Present
Association for Women in Science  April 2013 - July 2013
Amnesty International  August 2012 - December 2012
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign  August 2011 - August 2012
Amnesty International USA  January 2011 - May 2011
AIESEC  May 2010 - August 2010
Polyvinyl Record Co.  August 2009 - December 2009
Chicago Trolley Company   June 2006 - August 2009

Skills
Press Releases, Editing, Blogging, Teaching, Copy Editing, AP Style, Social Media, Politics, Journalism, Facebook, Public Relations, Research, Interviews, Strategic Communications, Nonprofits, Storytelling, Event Planning, News Writing, Public Speaking, Media Relations, Creative Writing, Editorial, Higher Education, Spanish

Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   2011 — 2012
Master's degree, Political Science

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   2007 — 2010
Bachelor's, News-Editorial Journalism

Idea Verona   2009 — 2009
Italian and Art during a semester in Italy

Experience
Pew Research Center  January 2014 - Present
Freelance writer   2006 - Present
American Association for Public Opinion Research   April 1997 - Present
Kaiser Family Foundation  September 2006 - December 2013
ABC News  2004 - 2012
The Washington Post  1998 - 2006

Skills
Journalism, Blogging, Politics, Editing, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Qualitative Research, Survey Design, Online Journalism, Public Policy, Feature Articles

Education
University of Michigan   2003 — 2006
ABD, Political Science

Vanderbilt University   1984 — 1988
BA

University of Sussex

Experience
The Rosen Group  November 1999 - Present
Porter Novelli  1998 - 1999
Freelance Writer   1994 - 1998

Skills
Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Press Releases, Public Relations, Crisis Communications, Social Media, Public Affairs, Publicity, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Blogging, Event Planning, Non-profits, Editing, Magazines, Social Media Marketing, Feature Articles, Nonprofits, Facebook, Copywriting, Journalism, Television, Event Management, Publishing, Content Strategy, Integrated Marketing, New Media, Digital Media, Copy Editing, Speech Writing, Internal Communications, Social Networking, Community Outreach, Entertainment, Digital Marketing, Newsletters, Message Development, Reputation Management, Digital Strategy, Advertising, Content Development, Communications Planning, Spokesperson, Media Skills Training, Content Marketing, Strategic Media..., Media Studies, Social Media Measurement, Storytelling, Web Content

Education
University of Florida   1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science, Public Relations

University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications   1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

Experience
Freelance Writer   February 2007 - Present
MSAD #30   September 2003 - August 2008
MSAD #67   September 2000 - June 2003
Lewis Libby School   September 1999 - June 2000

Skills
Web Content, Freelance Writing, Garden Writer, Gardening, Paranormal, Special Education, Classroom, Elementary Education, Parenting, Curriculum Development, Content Writing, Blogging, Feature Articles, Non-fiction, Published Author, Book Reviews, Ghostwriting, Editing, Short Stories, Fiction Writing, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Poetry, Creative Writing, Copywriting, Content Strategy, Publishing, Editorial, Magazines, Fact-checking, Novels, Newsletters, Ebooks, Publications, Storytelling, Fiction, Journalism, Memoir, AP Style, Books, Magazine Articles, Content Development, Press Releases, Online Publishing, Creative Non-fiction, Travel Writing

Education
University of Phoenix   2007 — 2008
Elementary Education

University of Maine   1999 — 2000
BS, Secondary Education (English)

Bangor Community College   1975 — 1977
A.S., Liberal Arts

Lee Academy   1971 — 1975
diploma, College Prep

Experience
Freelance Writer   January 1992 - Present
Guideposts Magazine  May 2004 - Present

Skills
Writing, Publishing, Editing, Copy Editing, Books, Research, Marketing, Communication Skills, Social Media Marketing, Organizational..., Nonprofits, Newsletters, Copywriting

Education
University of Colorado Boulder
Masters, Journalism

Experience
Freelance Writer   June 2000 - Present
Oakland Public School District   1990 - 1992

Skills
Genealogy, Playwriting, Acting, Film, Stage, Drama, Screenplays, Screenwriting, Directing, Theatre

Education
University of Iowa
Masters of Fine Arts, Playwriting

Experience
State Farm  September 2013 - Present
Freelance writer   February 1993 - Present
Motivational Speaker  January 2007 - Present
Mentor  February 2012 - Present
Unit 5/District 87 school districts   January 2012 - Present
Illinois Wesleyan University  February 1992 - April 1993
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign  January 1991 - May 1991

Skills
Blogging, Public Speaking, Publishing, Creative Writing, Editing, University Teaching, Publications, Ghostwriting, Customer Service, Non-fiction, Leadership Development, Copy Editing, Magazines, Teaching, Fiction, Social Media, Nonprofits, Event Planning, Writing

Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   1986 — 1991
Bachelor's degree, Community Health and Preventive Medicine

Ilinois State University   2008 — 2012
Master's degree, Creative Writing

Experience
Middle Tennessee State University  August 2015 - Present
Freelance Writer   June 2001 - Present
SouthComm  October 2010 - July 2015
The Advisory Board Company  February 2010 - October 2010
Leadership Music  March 2008 - December 2009
Performing Songwriter Magazine   September 2002 - March 2008
WRLT Lightning 100, Tuned In Broadcasting, Inc.   September 2001 - September 2002

Skills
Event Planning, Content Management, Marketing, Editing, Non-profits, Account Management, Music Industry, Healthcare, Project Management, Public Relations, Publicity, Social Media Marketing, Nonprofits, Publishing, New Media, Digital Media, Online Marketing, Feature Articles, Media Relations, Proofreading, Music, Blogging, Management, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Social Media, Magazines, Copywriting, Advertising, Creative Writing, Content Strategy, Publications, Editorial, Newsletters, Integrated Marketing, Content Development, Entertainment, Web Content, Facebook, AP Style, Journalism, Social Networking, Books, Sales

Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Science

University of Nottingham   1999 — 2000

Experience
National Planning Corporation (NPC)   June 2004 - Present
Freelance Musician/Composer  May 2004 - Present
Freelance Writer   September 2011 - Present
Steve Molter Photography   December 2010 - Present

Skills
Music, Music Industry, Composition, Creative Writing, Entertainment, Recording, Writing, Music Production, Social Media, Studio Recording, Photography, Songwriting, Guitar, Concerts, Editing, Efficiency, Collaborative Problem..., Communication, Audio Engineering, Graphic Design, Team Leadership, Band, Photoshop, Leadership, Songs, Rock, Digital Photography, Guitarist, Teamwork, Microsoft Excel, Bands, Sound Design, Collaboration, Logic Pro, Garageband, Film Photography, Musicians, Improvisation, English, English Grammar, Microsoft Word, Apple Pages, Keynote, Apple Numbers

Education
University of Rhode Island   1998 — 2000

University of Hartford   1997 — 1998

Experience
Boston Globe Media  2014 - Present
Freelance Writer   April 2014 - November 2014
This Week on Martha's Vineyard  April 2014 - November 2014
The Dockside Inn   2014 - 2014
Hampden Charter School of Science  July 2012 - August 2013

Skills
Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Editing, Marketing, Blogging, Advertising, Social Networking, Public Relations, Online Advertising, Journalism, Customer Service, Digital Media, Writing, Scheduling, Management, Event Planning, Events Coordination, Project Planning

Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc)

Experience
University of Idaho  October 2012 - Present
Freelance writer   June 2007 - September 2012
Moscow-Pullman Daily News  June 2007 - July 2010

Skills
Digital Marketing, Digital Communication..., Editing, Journalism, Copy Editing, Magazine Articles, InDesign, Press Releases, Science Writing, Newspaper, Newspapers, Web Content, Feature Articles, Research, Publications, Magazines, Editorial, Newsletters, AP Style, Blogging, News Writing, Storytelling, Social Media

Education
University of Idaho   2003 — 2007
BA, English

Experience
Magic Leap, Inc.   April 2015 - Present
Razorfish  March 2013 - April 2015
Razorfish  January 2011 - March 2013
tannencampbell.com   September 2010 - January 2011
McGarrah Jessee  May 2007 - September 2010
Freelance Writer   2004 - 2007
IDEO Inc.   2003 - 2003
Euro RSCG/MVBMS   1998 - 2001

Skills
Creative Strategy, Creative Direction, Creative Development, Digital Strategy, Brand Development, Social Media, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, User Experience, Content Strategy, Interactive Advertising, Packaging, Art Direction, Interactive Marketing, Copywriting, Television, Concept Development, Strategy, Layout, Digital Marketing, Graphic Design, Digital Media, Interaction Design, Brand Management, Information Architecture, Branding & Identity, Outdoor Advertising

Education
Adcenter at Virginia Commonweath University   2001 — 2003
Masters, Communications

University of Colorado at Boulder   1995 — 1998
German, German Language and Literature

Experience
Freelance-Writer  2013 - Present
Virginia State University  January 2013 - May 2013
Cowan's Auctions  June 2011 - August 2012
University of Cincinnati  September 2010 - June 2011
Cowan's Auctions  September 2009 - June 2011
Cincinnati Art Museum  June 2010 - September 2010
University of Cincinnati  September 2009 - June 2010

Skills
Art History, Museums, Contemporary Art, Graphic Design, Fine Art, Art, Museum Collections, Higher Education, Teaching, Editing, Grant Writing, Arts Administration, Sculpture, Research, History, Visual Arts

Education
Virginia Commonwealth University
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

University of Cincinnati   2009 — 2011
M.A. & Museum Studies Certificate

Virginia Commonwealth University   2005 — 2007
B.F.A.

Experience
Grand Canyon Association  1997 - Present
Grand Canyon Association  2009 - Present
Mike Buchheit Photography   1994 - Present
Freelance Writer   1994 - Present
Hit the Trail   June 2005 - Present
Grand Canyon Association  1995 - 1997
State Farm Insurance  1992 - 1993
Merit Insurance   1989 - 1992

Skills
Grant Writing, Photography, Leadership, Writing, Environmental Education, Fundraising, Program Management

Education
University of Iowa   1982 — 1986
Bachelor's degree, Journalism and Mass Communications

Experience
The Club at Ravenna   January 2014 - Present
Freelance Writer   January 2006 - Present
LIV Sotheby’s International Realty  July 2013 - January 2014
LIV Sotheby’s International Realty  April 2013 - July 2013
Fuller Sotheby’s International Realty  May 2011 - June 2013
SmartFolks   January 2011 - 2012
Rialto Property Partners, LLC   January 2009 - May 2010
Volunteer Connection, Boulder County   January 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Blogging, Marketing, Social Media, Press Releases, Email Marketing, Public Relations, Newsletters, Social Media Marketing, Leadership, Online Marketing, Luxury Lifestyle, Copywriting, Photography, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Real Estate, Editing, Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate Websites, New Media, Advertising, Writing, Integrated Marketing, Proofreading, Creative Writing, Creative Input, Freelance Writing, Interviews, Online Advertising, Hospitality Industry, Luxury Brand Marketing, Real Estate Marketing, Golf Course Communities, Web Content, InDesign, Brand Implementation

Education
University of Colorado at Boulder   2004 — 2008
B.A., Psychology

Experience
Patagonia, Inc.   January 2014 - Present
Patagonia  2011 - Present
Patagonia  December 2010 - 2011
Freelance Writer   July 1997 - December 2010
University of Colorado Boulder  2008 - July 2009
Wild Oats, Inc.   June 1997 - 1998
Horizon Program   1993 - May 1997
Rocky Mountain Sports   1990 - July 1992

Skills
Copywriting, Copy Editing, Text Editing, Advertising, Catalogs, Magazine Writing, Magazine Articles, Marketing Communications, Cross-functional Team..., Visual Communication, Graphic Design, Typography

Education
University of Colorado Boulder

L'Institut des Études Françaises, Avignon, France

Experience
The Washington Post  July 2010 - Present
The Washington Post  September 2005 - June 2010
Freelance Writer   September 2005 - June 2010
Discovery Communications  June 2004 - September 2005

Skills
Feature Articles, Storytelling, Magazines, Journalism, Newspaper, News Writing, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Newspapers, Headline Writing, Editorial, Fact-checking, Media Relations

Education
University of Maryland College Park   2000 — 2004
BA, English Language & Literature

Experience
OutsideIN  September 2012 - Present
Freelance Writer   August 2010 - Present
9 Dogs Howling Publications   April 2008 - Present
CBK Styles, Division of Blyth, Inc.   1999 - 2003

Skills
Storytelling, Books, Newsletters, Social Media, Published Author, Medicine, Copy Editing, Public Speaking, Clinical Research, Healthcare, Research, Art, Women's Health, Medical Education, Chronic Illness, Health Promotion, Health Education, Wellbeing, Wellness, Small Business, Fitness, Public Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Wellness Coaching, Diabetes, Holistic Health, Weight, Pain Management, Lifestyle Coaching

Education
University of Connecticut   1971 — 1975
BA, Art History, Fine Art, English, French

Experience
Freelance Writer   January 2015 - Present
Keller Williams Select Realtors of Annapolis   January 2012 - March 2015
AE Harper   January 1997 - March 2015
Lockheed Martin (previously Computer Data Systems, Inc.)   July 1996 - November 1996
Lockheed Martin  March 1993 - July 1996
Lockheed Martin  December 1989 - March 1993
Coldwell Banker Settlement and Title Company   October 1986 - December 1989

Skills
Real Estate, Investment Properties, Negotiation, Residential, Selling, Residential Homes, Short Sales, Sellers, Real Estate Transactions, New Home Sales, First Time Home Buyers, Buyer Representation, Listings, New Homes, Buyers, Relocation, Waterfront, Single Family Homes, Property, Investments, Rentals, Investors, Commercial Real Estate, HUD, Real Property, Property Management, Leases, Foreclosures, REO, Condos, Townhomes, ABR, Luxury, Seniors, Real Estate Financing, Resellers, Home Staging, Referrals, Real Estate Economics, Sales

Education
University of Maryland College Park   1981 — 1986
Bachelors of Science, Political Science & Economics

University of Maryland University College   1993 — 1996
Masters, Finance & Administration

Experience
Something Borrowed - Vintage China Rental & More   2015 - Present
Freelance Writer   1997 - 2013
South River High School  October 2006 - February 2008
Davidsonville Athleteic Association   January 1990 - January 2004
Self Employed Freelancer  January 1982 - January 1989

Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, Event Photography, Photojournalism, Sports Photography, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Strategic Planning, Coaching, Sports, Budgets, Portrait Photography, Public Relations, Social Media

Education
University of Maryland College Park   1975 — 1980
Bachelor of Science (BS), Hospitality and Recreation Marketing Operations

Experience
AllThingsCruise.com   November 2010 - Present
The Boston Courant  2003 - Present
freelance writer   June 2001 - Present
Freelance writer and author  2001 - Present
Boston Examiner.com   1999 - Present
Freelance writer and author  2001 - 2010
Freelance writer and author  2001 - 2010
Freelance writer and author  2001 - 2010
Freelance writer and author  2001 - 2010
my own  2001 - 2010

Skills
Creative Writing, Blogging, Freelance Writing, Web Content, Journalism, Magazines, Newspaper, Newspapers, Social Media, Television, Publishing, Travel Journalism, Copywriting, Travel Writing, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Publicity, Photography, Copy Editing, Books, Newsletters, Published Author, Editing, Publications, Editorial, Proofreading, Press Releases, Ghostwriting, Magazine Articles, News Writing, Short Stories, Content Development, AP Style

Education
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Arts

University of Michigan
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journaliism, Music

Experience
Northeastern University  January 2015 - Present
Freelance Writer   January 1988 - Present
Harvard Medical School  November 2014 - November 2014
Tufts University  October 2014 - October 2014
Harvard University  July 2014 - October 2014
Suffolk University  July 2012 - July 2014
Hockomock Area YMCA  June 2011 - August 2011
Hockomock Area YMCA  January 2011 - June 2011
Wheaton College (MA)   August 2008 - August 2010
Norton Public Schools  June 2006 - June 2008

Skills
Cpr Certified, Customer Service, Supervisory Skills, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Non-profits, Customer Relations, Writing, Teaching, Editing, First Aid Certified, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Office Management, Organization, Creative Writing

Education
University of Massachusetts Boston   1985 — 1987
Masters, Education

Wheaton College (MA)   1981 — 1985
Bachelors, Writing

Experience
Scholastic Institutions in Northwest Suburbs of Chicago   October 2007 - Present
Freelance Writer   1996 - Present
U.S. Department of Commerce   November 2009 - August 2010
Zeochem  January 2006 - October 2007
HHSE   2001 - 2003
Caraco Pharmaceutical Laboratories  January 1994 - January 2000
Goldline Laboratories   1900 - 1903

Skills
Marketing Strategy, Business Development, Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., New Business Development, Marketing, Sales, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Training, Business Strategy, B2B, Account Management, Sales Management, Public Speaking, Business Planning, Negotiation, Strategic Partnerships, Customer Service, Contract Negotiation, Writing, Persuasive Writing, Versatile Writer, Project Management, Public Relations, Sales Operations, Pharmaceutical Sales, Recruiting, Leadership, Management

Education
University of Illinois at Chicago
BA, Psychology, Education, Pre-Pharmacy

Experience
Landis Architects/Builders   October 2013 - Present
Freelance Writer   2009 - Present
Hanley Wood  October 1991 - October 2013

Skills
Journalism, Magazines, Storytelling, Blogging, Copywriting, Web Content, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Newsletters, Publications, Content Development, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Green Building, Email Marketing, Renovation, Advertising, Copy Editing, Editing, Marketing, Construction, Publishing, Press Releases, Marketing Strategy, Trade Shows, SEO, Proofreading, Budgets, Media Relations, Interior Design, Social Networking, Residential Homes, Strategic Planning, Online Marketing, Online Advertising, Content Management, Content Strategy, Public Speaking, Strategic Communications, Editorial, Lead Generation, Feature Articles

Education
University of Maryland College Park   1985 — 1990

Experience
Freelance Writer   2012 - Present
Willow Creek Association  1998 - 2011

Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   1973 — 1977
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Radio and Television

Wheaton Graduate School
Master of Arts (MA), Communications

Experience
Campbell Soup Company  February 2014 - Present
ARAMARK  December 2013 - February 2014
ARAMARK Sports & Entertainment  July 2009 - October 2013
AstraZeneca  October 2007 - June 2009
ARAMARK  August 2005 - September 2007
AstraZeneca  February 2005 - August 2005
Freelance Writer   September 2003 - February 2005
CIGNA  1999 - 2003
Ketchum  February 1999 - May 1999
Hill+Knowlton Strategies  September 1998 - January 1999

Skills
Internal Communications, Strategic Communications, Corporate Communications, Speech Writing, Employee Engagement, Newsletters, Event Planning, Presentation Development, Change Communications, Executive Communications, Writing, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Client Counseling

Education
University of Maryland College Park   1995 — 1999
BA, Journalism, with concentration in Public Relations

Experience
Freelance Writer   1996 - Present
Mom.com  1999 - 2001
American Style Magazine   1996 - 1997
Metro Feeds & Animal Authority   1993 - 1995
Baltimore Design Center   1987 - 1991
Fast Lane Magazine   1986 - 1987
Spin Magazine  1984 - 1986
Kornhauser & Calene   1983 - 1984
Needham Harper & Steers  1982 - 1983

Skills
Corporate Communications, Fundraising, Brand Management, Business, Strategic Partnerships, Business Development, Advertising Management, Publications, Marketing, Entertainment, Editing, Ghostwriting, Newspaper, Creative Writing, Feature Articles, Publicity, Copywriting, Magazines, Travel Writing, Press Releases, Research, Digital Media, Freelance Writing, Magazine Articles, Fact-checking, Publishing, Journalism, Editorial, News Writing, Proofreading, Newspapers, Online Publishing

Education
University of Maryland College Park   1979 — 1982
Bachelor of Science, Journalism

Pikesville High School   1976 — 1979

Experience
Freelance Writer   September 2012 - Present
The Deal LLC  November 2010 - September 2012
Writer  2009 - October 2010
Advertising Age  1988 - 2009
TV Week   2006 - 2008
Associated Press  1986 - 1987

Skills
Publications, Stories, Magazines, Politics, Journalism, Writing, Editing, Financial Reporting, Editorial Planning, Political Reporting, Business Journalism, Deadline Writing, Advertising, Legal reporting, Media news, Newsroom Management, Media reporting, Copy Editing, News Writing

Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
BS, Communications

Experience
University of Maryland Baltimore County  September 2008 - Present
Freelance Writer   May 2002 - January 2015
The Chronicle of Higher Education  September 2003 - September 2008
Washington City Paper  2001 - 2002
St. Louis Magazine  1999 - 2000
Riverfront Times  1987 - 1999
Baltimore City Paper  1987 - 1993

Skills
Editing, Newspaper, Magazines, Publishing, Theatre, Playwriting, Copy Editing, Politics, Film, Video, Newspapers, Books, Music, Research, Blogging, Proofreading, Publications, Content Management, Strategic Communications, History, Content Strategy, Facebook

Education
Washington University in St. Louis   1987 — 1989
MFA, Writing (Poetry and Playwriting)

University of Maryland Baltimore County   1984 — 1986
BA, English Honors (summa cum laude)

Experience
Harmony Point Computer Training Center (HPCTC)   January 2014 - Present
Freelance Writer   January 2011 - Present
Oakland Community College  September 2012 - December 2013
University Faculty Experience   September 1970 - December 2012
Oakland Community College  June 1996 - November 2012
American Water Works Association  2009 - 2011
GSA (General Systems Associates)   August 1998 - July 2005
Fund for African American Cultural & Educational Solidarity   June 2003 - March 2005
Rites of Passage Program, Youth Ages 8-14   January 1993 - August 2003
American Axle & Manufacturing Company   October 1995 - March 1996

Skills
Coaching, Non-profits, Public Relations, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, E-Learning, Recruiting, Interviews, Teamwork, Management, Leadership, Nonprofits, Training, Program Management, Analysis, Higher Education, Project Planning, Policy, Budgets, Team Leadership, Employee Relations, Human Resources, Staff Development, Student Affairs, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Design, Career Counseling, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Adult Education, Resume Writing, Organizational..., Teaching, Enrollment Management, Grant Writing, Student Development, Academic Advising, Distance Learning, Higher Education..., Research, College Teaching, University Teaching, Grants, Personnel Management, Volunteer Management, Educational Technology, Educational Leadership, Courses, Employee Training

Education
University of Michigan   1970 — 1979
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Higher Education/Higher Education Administration

University of Michigan   1970 — 1979
Master of Arts in Education (M.A.Ed.), Masters in History (M.A.) , PhD., Urban Education/Higher Ed-Admin.

Experience
Eldritch Press   December 2014 - Present
Villipede Publications   January 2014 - Present
Shroud Publishing LLC   December 2014 - Present
Freelance Writer   1992 - Present
Jester Designs   May 2001 - Present
Freelance Photography  1992 - Present
Expound the Hound   1990 - Present
North Andover Public Schools  December 2008 - January 2011
Public and Private Schools  September 2002 - December 2008

Skills
Digital Photography, Photography, Art, Editing, Creative Writing, Photoshop, Mac, Adobe Creative Suite, Video, Teaching, Editorial, InDesign, Graphic Design, Social Media, Copywriting, Press Releases, Adobe Acrobat

Education
University of Massachusetts at Lowell   2001 — 2007
Bachelor of Liberal Arts + Associates Degree, Dual Major: English & Psychology, Graphic Design/Digital Imaging

Experience
LexisNexis  2000 - Present
Freelance Writer   July 1994 - September 2004
Montgomery Publishing  December 1999 - March 2000
Church of the Saviour  June 1997 - November 1999
Montgomery Publishing  September 1996 - June 1997

Education
University of Delaware   1985 — 1989
BA, English

Experience
Deadspin  September 2014 - Present
Freelance Writer   February 2013 - September 2014
NFL Network  May 2013 - June 2014
The Miami Herald  April 2010 - January 2013
The Miami Herald  June 2006 - April 2010
The Miami Herald  April 2005 - June 2006
Scripps Treasure Coast Newspapers  January 2004 - March 2005
The Miami Herald  June 2003 - August 2003
Gainesville Sun  January 2003 - May 2003
The Florida Independent Alligator  February 2001 - December 2002

Skills
Breaking News, Feature Articles, Social Media, Storytelling, Blogging, AP Style, Newspapers, News Writing, Computer-assisted..., Investigative Reporting, Editing, New Media, Sports Writing, Features, Broadcast, Narrative Journalism, Television News, Private Investigations, Courts, Writing, Backgrounders, Caspio, Microsoft Excel, Criminal Justice, Investigations, Baseball, Microsoft Access, Databases, Crime, Background Checks, Football, College Football, Magazines, Radio, Journalism, Copy Editing, Video

Education
University of Florida   1999 — 2003
Bachelor's of Science, Journalism

Experience
Freelance Writer   June 2014 - Present
Train of Thought Marketing  October 2011 - June 2014
StoneRiver RegEd   September 2009 - January 2010
Daymon Worldwide  1997 - 2002
Intergraphx Inc.   1992 - 1997

Skills
Copywriting, Editing, Proofreading, Script Editing, Graphic Design, Package Design, Packaging Production..., Logo Design, Adobe Design Programs, ArcGIS, Environmental Science, Environmental Awareness, Packaging

Education
The University of Connecticut
BA English, English, Biology

Wake Technical Community College

Experience
OilPrice.com   May 2015 - Present
Freelance Writer   July 2013 - Present
The American Security Project  June 2012 - August 2013
Global Policy Group  May 2011 - May 2012
Third Way  December 2010 - May 2011
American Red Cross  October 2009 - August 2010
Various English Institutes   September 2008 - July 2009
Capitol Advantage  March 2007 - August 2008
LexisNexis  June 2005 - May 2006

Skills
Research, National Security, Staff Development, Non-profits, Editing, Public Speaking, Qualitative Research, Public Policy, Social Media, Data Analysis, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Program Management, Social Media Marketing, Politics, Fundraising, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Spanish, Marketing Communications, Nonprofits, Proposal Writing

Education
Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS)   2010 — 2012
Master of Arts, International Relations & International Economics

University of Maryland   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, Italian Language and Culture

University of Maryland College Park   2002 — 2006
BA, History, Italian

Experience
Footprints  August 2015 - Present
Freelance Writer   2014 - Present
Ambrodisia   February 2013 - Present
Music  January 2000 - Present
Other  January 2000 - February 2013

Skills
Typography, Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Project Management, Advertising, Corporate Branding, Freelance Writing, User Experience, Blogging, Brand Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Direction, Marketing Communications, Photoshop, Strategic Planning, Corporate Communications, Editing, Writing, Social Networking, Magazines, Strategic Communications, Customer Service, Graphic Design, Public Speaking

Education
University of King's College   2015 — 2017
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Creative Nonfiction

University of Waterloo   1994 — 1997
BA, Rhetoric and Professional Writing

Experience
Freelance Writer   August 2012 - Present

Skills
Creative Writing, Short Stories, Fiction, Fiction Writing, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Freelance Writing, Editing, Novels, Blogging, Proofreading, Ghostwriting, Screenwriting, Feature Articles

Education
University of Michigan   2004 — 2008
Screen Arts & Cultures, Screenwriting

University of Michigan Ann Arbor

Experience
Thomas Foolery   July 2013 - Present
Freelance Writer   August 2008 - Present
American Unity Fund ((c)4) and American Unity PAC   August 2012 - Present
Steptoe & Johnson LLP  June 2014 - August 2014
Red Knight Research   October 2010 - August 2014
Cato Institute  June 2013 - August 2013
Gather The Jews   March 2010 - January 2013
The Washington Legal Foundation   March 2009 - July 2012
American Enterprise Institute  2008 - 2009
Go English (Educaz)   May 2007 - August 2007

Skills
Public Speaking, Policy Analysis, Spanish, Fundraising, International Relations, Strategic Communications, Research, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Legal Research, Grant Writing, Community Organizing, Legal Writing, Social Media, Politics, Leadership, Editing, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Grassroots Organizing, Political Campaigns, Nonprofits, Public Relations, Qualitative Research, Westlaw, Event Planning, Political Science, Litigation, Foreign Policy, Government, Legislation, Philanthropy, Legislative Relations

Education
University of Chicago Law School   2012 — 2015
Doctor of Law (JD), Law

The University of Chicago   2007 — 2008
M.A., Political Science

Tulane University   2003 — 2007
BA, History, Political Science

Experience
Catholic Relief Services  2003 - Present
Freelance Writer   June 1971 - October 2012
Freelance copywriter  October 2002 - November 2003
Brann Baltimore   January 2000 - October 2002
International Collectors Society   August 1998 - 2000
Williams & Wilkins  July 1994 - July 1998
Maryland Public Television  July 1974 - October 1991
Baltimore Magazine  1984 - 1991
U.S. Army   June 1971 - June 1973

Skills
Non-profits, Editing

Education
University of Dayton   1967 — 1971
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication Arts

Experience
cove.is  August 2014 - Present
Freelance Writer   September 2013 - Present
Birch Trail Camp for Girls  June 2010 - Present
District School Board of Pasco County: Schwettman Ed. Center   January 2014 - June 2014
Youth and Family Alternatives  January 2014 - June 2014
Florida Marketing   August 2012 - May 2013
Birch Trail   2010 - 2013

Skills
Peer Mediation, Thrive in..., Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Office Administration, Sales, Advising People, Editing, English, English Literature, MLA style, APA, Chicago Manual, Writing, Customer Service, Interpersonal Skill, Reliability, Organization, Leadership, Teamwork

Education
Georgetown Univeristy   2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, English Language and Literature, General

University of North Florida   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Language and Literature, General

University of Limerick   2011 — 2012

Experience
Freelance Writer   February 2011 - Present
Apple  June 2010 - Present

Skills
Creative Writing, Final Draft Pro, Visual Merchandising, Pop Culture, iLife, iWork, OS X, iOS

Education
University of Houston   2009 — 2013
English, Creative Writing

Experience
Freelance Writer   January 2015 - Present
The American Dental Association   October 2013 - December 2014
The American Dental Association   December 2012 - October 2013
Illinois State Senate  July 2003 - December 2012
Judy Myers for Senate   February 2006 - November 2006
Citizens for Gary Dahl   August 2004 - November 2004

Skills
Speech Writing, Strong Writing Skills, Social Media, Website Development, MS Office, Adobe Photoshop and..., Research and Fact...

Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science

University of Illinois at Springfield   2002 — 2003
Illinois Legislative Staff Internship Program

The Second City Training Center in Chicago   2011 — 2013
Comedy Writing

Experience
Freelance Writer   July 2015 - Present
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts  1984 - 1990

Skills
Hospitality, Hotels, Customer Service, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Food & Beverage, Hotel Management, Event Management, Restaurants, Tourism

Education
University of Kentucky
College of Communications, bachelors degree, Journalism, Public Relations, Special Events

Experience
Freelance Writer   February 2007 - Present

Education
University of Mary Washington   1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English with writing concentration

University of Mary Washington   1988 — 1992
Bachelor's degree, English with a writing concentration