Experience
Write Along Radio   April 2014 - Present
Facing Cancer - Beauty Gives Back   July 2012 - June 2015
Sister Leadership   December 2011 - June 2015
Freelance Writing and Editing   2010 - June 2015
Ottaw Public Library   February 2014 - May 2015
The Adventures of Claire Never-Ending   December 2013 - December 2013
Facing Cancer Together   2011 - 2011
University of Southampton  2009 - 2011
University of Southampton  2008 - 2010

Skills
Blogging, Editing, Copywriting, Customer Service, Social Media, Non-profits, Research, Creative Writing, Microsoft Office, Marketing Communications, Facebook, Social Networking, Books, Public Speaking, Content Strategy, Leadership, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Copy Editing, Interviews, Magazines

Education
University of Southampton   2008 — 2009
MA, Creative Writing

Carleton University   2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology

Experience
Apple  September 2007 - Present
Private Tutoring  December 2005 - Present
Gruenewald Manufacturing   March 2009 - June 2009
Freelance Writing and Editing   2002 - 2009
Public Broadcasting One   April 2007 - August 2007
North Shore Shuttle   September 2003 - April 2007
Massachusetts Senate  2001 - 2002
Mulgay Family   1997 - 2000
Hillel Foundations   1984 - 1989

Skills
Non-profits, Program Development, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Editing, Social Media, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Teaching, Research, Strategic Planning, Social Media Marketing, Politics, Policy, Program Management, Political Campaigns, International Relations, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Copywriting, Nonprofits, Start-ups, Blogging, Creative Writing, Time Management, iLife, iWork, Mac, Community Development, OS X, Keynote, Leadership Development, Sales, Customer Experience, iOS/iPhone/iPad, Event Planning, Interfaith Relations, Interpersonal Skill, Religious Studies, Hebrew Bible, Jewish Studies, Israeli-Palestinian..., Budgets, Strategic Communications, Newsletters, Press Releases, Facebook, Grant Writing

Education
Brandeis University   1989 — 1996
Near Eastern and Judaic Studies

Harvard University   1983 — 1984
EdM, Education

Columbia University in the City of New York   1979 — 1984
BA, Political Science

Jewish Theological Seminary of America   1979 — 1983
BA, Ancient Jewish Studies

The Hebrew University   1981 — 1982
---, Jewish Studies, Political Science, Education

Experience
Career Connectors  September 2012 - Present
Writing and Editing  January 1998 - Present
Vangent, Inc.   May 2004 - August 2010
Freelance Writing and Editing   June 2003 - May 2004
Pendergast Schools   October 2002 - June 2003
Dysart School District  July 2001 - June 2002
Affinitas  April 1999 - April 2001
Scottsdale Community College  1999 - 2001
Glendale Community College  1999 - 2000
Glendale Union High School District  August 1985 - August 1998

Skills
Newsletters, Research, Photography, Training, Writing & Editing, Customer Service, Humor, Blogging, Staff Development, Coaching, Writing, Publications, Editing, Journalism, Feature Articles, Magazines, Teaching, Time Management, Speech Writing, Copy Editing, Management, Social Media, Multimedia, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Web Content, Proofreading, Copywriting

Education
Nova Southeastern University   1992 — 1998
MA, English

University of Nebraska at Kearney
BA, English and Journalism

Experience
Where®  June 2015 - Present
Advertising Systems Inc  December 2011 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   May 2011 - Present
NATA  September 2012 - January 2015
CigarFinder LLC   September 2011 - May 2012
Where®  January 2009 - August 2011
Dallas Business Journal  September 2010 - March 2011
dfDubReport.com   May 2010 - March 2011
Kapioltas and Forni PLLC   July 2010 - December 2010
SMU Student Media Company Inc.   August 2009 - May 2010

Skills
Copy Editing, Blogging, Social Media, Journalism, Editing, Editorial, Magazines, Press Releases, Proofreading, Copywriting, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Writing, News Writing, Entertainment, Interviews, Social Media Marketing, Nonprofits, Video, Publications, Internal Communications, Marketing, Facebook, Social Networking, Newspaper, Digital Media, Freelance Writing, Fact-checking, AP Style, Media Relations, Content Writing, Web Content, Content Management, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Content Marketing, Web Content Management, Microsoft Office, MailChimp

Education
Southern Methodist University   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism

University of North Texas   2013 — 2015
Master of Journalism, Journalism, communications

Experience
AmeriSys  February 2015 - Present
AmeriSys  November 2014 - Present
Freelance: Writing and Editing  January 2014 - Present
Oakwood Digital Academy   January 2013 - June 2014
Primus Builders, Inc.   2011 - 2012

Skills
Microsoft Office, Proposal Writing, Project Coordination, Project Management, English Language lesson..., Technical Writing, Project Planning, Program Management, Software Documentation, MS Project, Team Leadership, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Budgets, Process Scheduler, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Research, Editing, Curriculum Design, Public Speaking, Management

Education
Kennesaw State University   2005 — 2010
Bachelor's of Science, English Education, Magna Cum Laude

Chattahoochee Technical College   1999 — 2000
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist

Experience
826 Valencia  January 2014 - Present
826 Valencia  June 2013 - January 2014
826 Valencia  October 2012 - June 2013
Green Apple Books  January 2010 - February 2013
Center for the Art of Translation  May 2012 - September 2012
Freelance Writing and Editing   2008 - 2010

Skills
Copy Editing, Publishing, Writing, Curriculum Development, Events Coordination, Copywriting, Publicity, Publications, Social Media, Fundraising, Editing, Nonprofits, Event Planning

Education
University of California, San Diego   2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Literature and Writing

Experience
Hodinkee.com   June 2015 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   April 2007 - Present
Revolution Press Ltd.   January 2010 - May 2015
Revolution Press Ltd./Revolution Magazine   January 2007 - January 2010
Swedish Institute College of Health Sciences  February 2000 - August 2005
Swedish Institute College of Health Sciences  May 2002 - August 2004

Skills
Magazines, Editing, Copywriting, Editorial, Lifestyle, Fashion, Luxury Goods, Luxury Brand Marketing, Watches, Digital Photography, Luxury, Blogging, Advertising, Feature Articles, Publishing, Journalism, Press Releases, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Public Relations, Integrated Marketing, Brand Development, Photography, Event Management, Luxury Lifestyle, Marketing Communications, Creative Writing, Proofreading, Web Content, Copy Editing

Education
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine   1993 — 1996
MS, Oriental Medicine

Swedish Institute   1991 — 1992
AA, Massage Therapy

Bennington College   1980 — 1984
BA, Studio Art, Art History, Philosophy

Experience
Raymond James Financial Inc.  October 2013 - Present
Edible Tampa Bay   January 2013 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   1998 - Present
Raymond James Financial  2005 - October 2013
Raymond James Financial  2002 - 2005
Raymond James Financial  2000 - 2002
Magnolia Manor  1998 - 1999

Skills
Editing, Copywriting, Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Strategic Communications, Internal Communications, Change Management, Marketing

Education
The University of Georgia   1994 — 1998
ABJ, Journalism -- Magazines

Experience
Freelance Writing and Editing   July 2014 - Present
Denver Catholic Biblical School   September 2012 - Present
Augustine Institute  January 2012 - August 2013
Augustine Institute  August 2010 - January 2012
Novartis Consumer Health  July 2007 - January 2011
Lied Center for Performing Arts  January 2005 - May 2007

Skills
Writing, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Bible, E-Learning, Teaching, Training, Leadership Development, Distance Learning, Leadership, Adult Learning, Problem Solving, Biblical Greek, Multitasker, Adult Education, Research

Education
Augustine Institute   2008 — 2010
MA, Sacred Scripture

University of Nebraska-Lincoln   2003 — 2007
BA, Psychology, International Studies, Spanish, German

Experience
Freelance Writing and Editing   1992 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   1992 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   1992 - Present

Skills
Editing, Ghostwriting, Proofreading, Creative Writing, Copy Editing, Writing, Speech Writing, Text Editing, Web Editing, Published Author, Magazine Articles, Brochures, Web Content, Manuscript Development, Editorial Consulting, Book Writing, Newsletters, Copywriting, Publications, Blogging, Publishing, Freelance Writing, Books, Magazines, Non-fiction, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Press Releases, Fiction, Editorial Product..., Interviewing Skills, Kindness, Consultants, Creative Insights, Journalism, Newspapers, Content Strategy, Creative Non-fiction, Novels, Content Management, Advertising, Content Development

Education
St. Cloud State University

Experience
Google  November 2012 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   May 2009 - Present
Johnson Controls  August 2012 - November 2012
Johnson Controls  October 2011 - August 2012
Memoir (and) Literary Journal   April 2011 - December 2011
Reading Town  November 2010 - December 2011
Johnson Controls  June 2011 - October 2011
Reed Magazine  August 2009 - May 2010
Poets and Writers Coalition   January 2008 - May 2010

Skills
Editing, Proofreading, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Organization, Creative Writing, Copy Editing, Books, Research, Event Planning, English, Teaching

Education
San Jose State University   2005 — 2010
BA, English, 3.9 GPA

Experience
Richmond Times-Dispatch and Richmond.com   August 2013 - Present
Richmond Navigator magazines   May 2014 - Present
Freelance writing and editing   1989 - Present
Active Woman Traveler   March 2010 - Present
Brandylane Publishers   2003 - Present
Capital One  November 2011 - November 2013
V Magazine for Women  2004 - 2010
Pleasant Living Magazine   November 2003 - 2010
Life Logic, LLC   2001 - 2003
East-West Martial Arts   1997 - 2001

Skills
Writing, Editing, Training & Development, Public Speaking, Copy Editing, Journalism, Press Releases, Editorial, Publishing, Copywriting, Advertising, Public Relations, Management, Marketing, Magazines, Employee Training, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Feature Articles, Social Media, Publications, Training, Leadership, Books, Storytelling, Freelance Writing, Photography, Social Networking, Content Management, Adobe Creative Suite, Newsletters, Proofreading

Education
University of Richmond   1978 — 1982
BA, English

Experience
LexisNexis Canada Inc.  September 2012 - Present
JurisConsult inc.   2013 - Present
Freelance writing and editing   2000 - Present
Procurement Law Office   2014 - 2014
Lancaster House Publishing  2012 - 2013
LexisNexis Canada Inc.  2010 - 2012
Head & Hands   2010 - 2012
Various  2009 - 2011
Lavery, de Billy  2008 - 2009
Concordia Student Advocacy Centre/McGill Student Advocacy Programme   2004 - 2007

Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Legal Advice, Editing, Corporate Law, Employment Law, Copy Editing, Research, Publications, Legislation, Regulations, Legislative Research, Advocacy, Legal Issues, Legal Assistance, Proofreading

Education
McGill University   2004 — 2008
B.C.L./LL.B., Civil Law/ Common Law

École du Barreau du Québec   2008 — 2009
Certification, Law

Concordia University   2000 — 2004
Bachelor, Journalism

Experience
The Coaching Fellowship  January 2014 - Present
Multiple clients  April 2013 - Present
Paragon Jams   March 2013 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   March 2013 - Present
Co-Active Coaching   March 2012 - Present
UBM DeusM   2010 - April 2013

Skills
Blogging, Content Development, Editorial, Technology Journalism, Copy Editing, Content Management, Publishing, Journalism, Content Strategy, Editing, Feature Articles, Digital Media, Web Content, Online Publishing, Press Releases, Copywriting, Marketing

Education
University of Colorado Boulder   1978 — 1982
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Journalism

John F. Kennedy High School

Experience
R&K Enterprise Solutions   March 2015 - Present
Freelance writing and editing   2012 - Present
Freelance  January 2004 - Present
The Welders: A Playwrights' Collective   June 2013 - Present
Award-winning playwright   January 2001 - Present
The Theatre Lab School of the Dramatic Arts  September 2002 - Present
Washington Walks   2003 - Present
George Washington University  August 2011 - January 2015
theatreWashington, The Helen Hayes Awards   November 2008 - December 2014
theatreWashington  May 2010 - May 2012

Skills
Theatre, Playwriting, Technical Writing, Marketing Communications, Creative Writing, Improvisation, Editing, Storytelling, Performing Arts, Copy Editing, Public Speaking, Teaching Writing, Curriculum Design, Film, Writing

Education
Binghamton University   1981 — 1986
BA, English

Experience
A Saucy Affair   November 2011 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   May 2010 - Present
Two Hot Dishes Catering   June 2009 - December 2009
TFM Associates   April 2007 - May 2009
U. Incorporated   2006 - 2008
Cafe Luna  May 2004 - August 2006
Wheeler Publishing   2002 - 2003

Skills
Editing, Event Management, Newspaper, Editorial, Magazines, Writing, Creative Writing, Adobe Creative Suite, QuarkXPress, Graphic Design, Layout, Media Relations, Social Networking, Catering, Copywriting, Social Media, Blogging, Publishing, Newspapers

Education
Ohio University   1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Organizational Communication, General

St. Augustine Academy   1990 — 1994

Experience
The World Bank  January 2014 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   June 2013 - Present
International Budget Partnership at Center on Budget and Policy Priorities   September 2011 - May 2013
International Crisis Group  January 2010 - May 2010
Political Database of the Americas   September 2009 - December 2009
Guatemala Human Rights Commission - USA   May 2008 - July 2008

Skills
Research, Policy Analysis, Foreign Policy, Editing, Intercultural..., International Security, Human Rights, Spanish, Latin America, Diplomacy, Capacity Building, NGOs, Foreign Affairs, Political Risk Analysis, Writing, International...

Education
Georgetown University   2009 — 2011
M.A., Latin American Studies

Wake Forest University   2005 — 2009
B.A., History and Political Science

Experience
Restaurant Opportunities Centers United  August 2015 - Present
Vanessa Huang Consulting   2001 - Present
Cultural Work and Organizing   1998 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   2004 - 2014
generationFIVE   2008 - 2011
Transforming Justice   2006 - 2011
Sins Invalid   2008 - 2010
Transgender, Gender Variant, and Intersex Justice Project   April 2009 - December 2009
Justice Now  May 2004 - September 2008
Direct Action for Rights and Equality   January 2004 - December 2006

Education
Brown University   2002 — 2006
BA

Women's Foundation of California - Women's Policy Institute   2006 — 2007

Queer Women of Color Media Arts Project   2006 — 2007

Women's Initiative for Self Employment   2009 — 2009

City College of San Francisco   2009 — 2009

Generative Somatics   2009 — 2010

C4 Atlanta   2013 — 2013

Fashion Institute of Technology   2015 — 2017

Experience
Kennedy Secondary School   July 2015 - Present
Freelance writing and editing   January 2004 - Present
Underwood School   August 2010 - May 2015
Minnetonka High School  September 2005 - June 2010
Minnetonka High School  2006 - 2010
America Coming Together  2004 - 2004
Grassroots Solutions  2004 - 2004

Skills
Editing, Teaching, Curriculum Design, Event Planning, Public Relations, Social Media, Curriculum Development, communications, technology, Public Speaking, Writing, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Leadership, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Research, Tutoring, Educational Technology, Microsoft Word, Copy Editing

Education
St. Cloud State University   2007 — 2009
Masters, Teaching English and ESL

Hamline University   2002 — 2004
B.A., English, Education, and Communications

University of Minnesota-Duluth   2000 — 2002
English, Education

Fergus Falls Senior High   1996 — 2000
Diploma, General

Experience
Jefferson County Public Schools  November 2004 - Present
Freelance writing and editing   1991 - Present
ProQuest  1990 - 1996
ProQuest  1988 - 1990
ProQuest  1986 - 1987

Skills
Writing, Editing, Press Releases, Technical Writing, Content Management, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, Creative Writing, Proofreading, Editorial, Brochures, Social Networking, Magazines

Education
University of Louisville   1982 — 1986
B.A., English

Experience
NETGEAR  January 2013 - Present
NETGEAR  March 2011 - December 2012
Freelance Writing and Editing   2002 - 2012
Hitachi Data Systems  2008 - 2011
Sun Microsystems  2004 - 2007
Gilroy Dispatch  2001 - 2002
Morgan Hill Times  2000 - 2001

Skills
Manuals, White Papers, Writing, Editing, Technical Writing, FrameMaker, Word, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Documentation, Marketing Communications, Copy Editing, Adobe Acrobat, Acrolinx, Microsoft Word, Project Management, Software Documentation, Cross-functional Team..., Press Releases, Online Help, Technical Documentation, Publishing, Content Management, Editorial, Blogging, Online Marketing, Web Content, DITA, Content Strategy, Management, Content Development, Journalism, Public Relations, Change Management, Product Management, Leadership, Program Management

Education
DePaul University
BA, Writing

Experience
Pomona College  January 2008 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   May 2007 - Present
Freedom Interactive  March 2007 - October 2007
Entrepreneur.com Inc.   2004 - March 2007
Entrepreneur.com Inc.   January 2002 - August 2003
Entrepreneur  January 2000 - January 2002
Entrepreneur  June 1998 - January 2000
Entrepreneur Media  November 1997 - June 1998

Skills
Copy Editing, Editorial, Editing, Web Content, Blogging, Content Development, Social Media, Content Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Writing, Newsletters, Facebook, Storytelling, Social Media Strategy, Content Management

Education
California State University-Fullerton   1995 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts, English

Professional Development

Experience
Classy.org  July 2015 - Present
Fresh Start Surgical Gifts  July 2014 - July 2015
Freelance Writing and Editing   January 2009 - December 2014
North Coast Repertory Theatre  June 2012 - July 2014
PLAYHawaii   February 2011 - January 2012

Skills
Fundraising, Marketing, Sales, Nonprofits, Event Management, Event Planning, Email Marketing, Social Media, Online Advertising, Press Releases, Facebook, Blogging, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Theatre, Social Networking, Media Sales, Lead Generation, Salesforce.com, Advertising, Marketing Communications, CRM, Editing, Digital Marketing, Creative Writing, Performing Arts, Copywriting, Philanthropy, Product Management, Business Strategy, Sales Prospecting, Media Buying, Consultative Selling..., Mobile Advertising, Qualifying Prospects, Account Planning, Outside Sales, Consultative Sales..., Direct Response, Multicultural Marketing, Hunter, Sales Rep Training, Territory Development, Arts Administration, Constant Contact, Online Publishing, Content Marketing, WordPress, Public Relations, Leadership

Education
The School of Philanthropy Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis   2014 — 2014
Certificate in Fundraising Management, CFRM, Fundraising

Stony Brook University   2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature/Letters

Experience
Faithlife  June 2011 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   February 2008 - September 2011
Monona Oaks Community Church   August 2008 - July 2011
Amdahl Real Estate Ltd   August 2008 - June 2011
Carroll University  January 2011 - May 2011
BMG Home Loans Ltd.   January 2006 - August 2008
University of Wisconsin-Madison  January 2008 - May 2008
University of Wisconsin-Madison  September 2005 - May 2008
Geneva Mortgage Group   August 2004 - October 2005
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage  November 2001 - July 2004

Skills
Writing, Editing, Education, Research, Adult Education, Teaching, Public Speaking, Problem Solving, Blogging, Technical Writing, Analysis, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Publishing, Project Management, Translation, Content Management, Academic Writing, History, Creative Writing, Magazines, Copywriting, Religion, Biblical Studies, Published Author, Literature

Education
University of the Free State/Universiteit van die Vrystaat   2011 — 2014
PhD cand., Hebrew Language and Literature

University of Wisconsin-Madison   2004 — 2010
M.A., Hebrew & Semitic Studies

Northwestern College   1996 — 2000
B.A., History, Biblical Studies

East Marshall High School   1992 — 1996

Experience
Freelance Writing and Editing   November 2013 - Present
California State University, Northridge  January 2014 - Present
California State University, Northridge  May 2014 - Present
California State University, Northridge  January 2015 - Present

Skills
Baking, Music, Research, Library, Event Planning, Customer Service, Conflict Resolution, Social Media, Final Cut Pro, Literary Editing, Research Projects, Critical Thinking, Analytical Writing, Personal Development, Creative Writing, Classroom, Peer Tutoring, Peer Leadership, Proofreading, Copy Editing

Education
CSUN   2013 — 2016
Master of Arts (M.A.), Rhetoric and Composition/Creative Writing Studies

CSUN   2005 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General

CSUN   2005 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Foreign Languages and Literatures, Italian

Experience
Freelance Writing and Editing   March 2014 - Present
Voyageur Press of McGregor   February 2014 - June 2014
Voyageur Press  March 2012 - February 2014
Randolph Community College  January 2010 - December 2011
A Bit More   September 2009 - December 2011
Randolph County Schools, NC   August 2007 - June 2009
Asheboro City Schools, NC   January 1984 - May 2007
Moore County Schools, NC   August 1977 - December 1983

Skills
Writing, Editing, Educational Consulting, Storytelling, Teaching, Elementary Education, Adult Education, Tutoring, Curriculum Design, Educational Technology, Microsoft Office, Staff Development

Education
James Madison University   1972 — 1976
BS, Early Childhood Education

Experience
Prince Memorial Library   2005 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   January 2003 - Present

Skills
Russian translation, French translation, Non-profits, French, Research, Editing, Public Speaking, Blogging, Social Media, Teaching, Project Management, Public Relations, Policy, Grants, Microsoft Office, Management, Community Outreach, Creative Writing, Strategic Communications, Microsoft Excel, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Customer Service, Library, Higher Education

Education
Simmons College   1996 — 1998
Master of Science, Library and Information Science

University of Rhode Island   1988 — 1991
B.A. Russian, B.A. Russian, Magna Cum Laude; Minor: Comparative Literature; Concentration: French

Norwich University   1990 — 1990
The Russian School at Norwich University, Language Immersion Program

Experience
Port City Brewing Company  March 2011 - September 2015
UrbanStems   March 2014 - November 2014
Self  January 2010 - November 2014
ZAQ Language Consulting LLC   November 2013 - February 2014
Buffalo Communications  July 2010 - August 2013
Buffalo Communications  July 2010 - June 2012
Houston Chronicle  February 2010 - January 2012
Freelance Writing and Editing   2006 - January 2010
The Center for Hearing and Speech  December 2008 - December 2009
V!VA Travel Guides  January 2008 - July 2008

Skills
Writing, Editing, Newsletters, AP Style, Publicity, Editorial, New Media, Social Media, Public Relations, Media Relations, Copywriting, Blogging, Fundraising, Copy Editing, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Office, Research, Press Releases, Event Management, Photoshop, Non-profits, Journalism, Strategic Planning, InDesign, Strategic Communications, Publications, Promotions, Community Outreach, Internal Communications, Online Marketing, Community Relations, Social Networking, Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, Spanish, Facebook, Brochures, Web Content, Magazines, Proofreading, Corporate Communications, Stories, Social Marketing, Web Content Management, Communications Strategy, Content Development, Website Management, Special Events, Brand Development

Education
University of Missouri-Columbia   2001 — 2006
BA & BJ, Magazine Journalism & Spanish

Universidad de Navarra / University of Navarra   2005 — 2006

Experience
Gunther Publications   October 2011 - Present
Coach  October 2010 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   January 2000 - Present
Various Not-for Profit Organizations   January 1986 - 2010
The Law Office of Alan Heckler   October 1987 - April 2009

Skills
Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Recruiting, Event Planning, Fundraising, Leadership, Microsoft Word, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Payroll, Social Media, Event Management, Policy, Sales, Social Media Marketing, Administration, Strategy, Spanish, Project Planning, Social Networking

Education
City University of New York-Baruch College   1977 — 1979
Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration/Marketing; International Marketing

Queensborough Community College   1975 — 1977
Associate's degree, BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Experience
The PLAN Piper   2015 - Present
Home Video Studio-Apex   February 2008 - Present
The PLAN Piper   2015 - Present
The PLAN Piper   2015 - 2015
Freelance Writing and Editing   January 2000 - December 2008
Easter Seals of North Carolina   November 1998 - December 1999
Hofstra University  November 1996 - August 1998
Hofstra University  May 1995 - November 1996
Hofstra University  July 1994 - May 1995
Patchogue-Medford Union Free School District   January 1992 - June 1994

Skills
Video Production, Dvd, Video Editing, Video, Videography, Website Promotion, Web Video, Music, Public Relations, Film, Digital Video, Editing, DVD Studio Pro, Social Media Marketing, Writing, Public Speaking, Non-linear Editing, Mac, Media Production, Social Networking, DVD authoring, Social Media, Advertising, Multimedia, Acting, Final Cut Studio, WordPress, Facebook, Commercials, DVD, Voice Over, Documentaries, HD Video, Post Production, Camera Operating, Coaching, Film Production, Final Cut Pro, Online Advertising, Marketing, Photography, Audio Editing, Camera, Digital Media

Education
Hofstra University   1985 — 1990
BA, English Lit & Drama

Experience
Freelance writing and editing   September 2014 - Present
Az Local Media   September 2010 - Present
Donor Network of Arizona  November 2010 - December 2010
The Arizona Republic  January 2010 - July 2010

Skills
Journalism, Blogging, Ap Style, Breaking News, Headline Writing, Newspaper, Press Releases, News Writing, Copy Editing, Editorial, Storytelling, Social Media, Editing, Facebook, Newspapers, New Media, Social Media Marketing, AP Style, Newsletters

Education
Arizona State University   2008 — 2011
Bachelor's degree, Journalism

Experience
iUniverse  2004 - Present
Freelance writing and editing   1980 - 2011
School Specialty Educators Symposium   2005 - 2006
McGraw-Hill/Wright Group   1998 - 2003
Sage Publications/Corwin Press   1991 - 1994
Cal Poly State University  1976 - 1979

Skills
Publishing, Books, Copy Editing, Marketing, Blogging, Marketing Communications, Creative Writing

Education
State University of New York College of Environmental Sciences and Forestry   1961 — 1966
Bachelor of Science (BS), Forestry

Experience
Freelance writing and editing   July 2013 - Present
IBM  November 2002 - July 2013
Freelance communications business   March 1993 - November 2002
Evolutiolnary Technologies, Inc.   January 1991 - March 1993
Microelectronics and Computer Technology Corporation  December 1986 - November 1991
Texas Instruments, Schlumberger, various publications   August 1980 - November 1986

Skills
Technical Writing, Technical Documentation, Editing, Online Help, Agile Methodologies, Press Releases, DITA, Corporate Communications, Software Documentation, FrameMaker, SnagIt, Content Management, CMS, Public Relations, RoboHelp, Writing, Publishing, Publications

Education
The University of Texas at Austin
Master of Arts (M.A.), English literature

The University of New Mexico
B.U.S. (Bachelor of University Studies), English, journalism

Experience
Cuso International  August 2013 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   2004 - Present
Vanier College  May 2001 - Present

Skills
Writing, Editing, Research, Teaching, Lecturing, Publications, Science, Public Speaking, Higher Education, Public Relations, Community Outreach, International..., Nonprofits, Qualitative Research, Program Development, Publishing, Monitoring and..., Journalism, Survey Methodology, Proposal Writing, Copy Editing, Proofreading, History, Scrittura, Public speaking

Education
McGill University   2004 — 2009
PhD, Communications

Concordia University   2000 — 2002
Graduate Diploma, Communications

University of Toronto - University College   1999 — 2000
MA, English Literature

McGill University   1995 — 1999
BA, Honours, English Literature

University of the West Indies

Experience
Freelance; Writing and Editing  January 2012 - Present
Pacific Forest Trust  January 2013 - January 2014
Rodale  September 2008 - December 2011
Bloomsbury  March 2008 - September 2008
Pixar Animation Studios  March 2007 - December 2007
Acme Bread Company   August 2006 - February 2007
Rough and Tumble Theatre Company   September 2006 - January 2007

Skills
Editing, Publishing, Blogging, Proofreading, Copywriting, Feature Articles

Education
Vermont College of Fine Arts   2013 — 2015
Master of Fine Arts (MFA)

Smith College   2002 — 2006
BA

Experience
Medtronic ST Neurosurgery (through Populus Group contracting agency)   December 2014 - Present
Freelance writing and editing   November 2013 - November 2014
Hire Connections Staffing, Inc.   March 2013 - November 2013
Freelance writing and editing   January 2011 - February 2013
Kelly Services AB   August 2009 - October 2010
Aircom, International  May 2007 - April 2008
Polycom (formerly Voyant/ConferTech)   March 1999 - August 2002
Derby Associates International   1997 - 1998

Skills
Software Documentation, Technical Writing, SharePoint, Content Management, Editing, Training, Agile Methodologies, Databases, Adobe Acrobat, Leadership, HTML, Publishing, Technical Communication, Unix, FrameMaker, MS Project, SQL, XML, Access, Research, Microsoft Office, Online Help, Microsoft Word, Technical Training, Illustrator, Public Speaking, Manuals, Product Development, Technical Documentation, SnagIt

Education
Luther College   1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts, English Language and Literature, General

Experience
Kirei USA, LLC   July 2014 - Present
Eclipse Chocolate   2013 - 2013
Freelance writing and editing   2010 - 2012
Hippo Press  2005 - 2010
Bulletin Newspapers  2002 - 2005

Education
Boston University   1997 — 2001
BS, Journalism, East Central European Studies

Lakes Region Community College
Energy Services and Technology Program

Experience
Florida State University, Center for Intensive English Studies   2011 - Present
Educational Testing Service (ETS)   2005 - Present
Florida State University, School of Teacher Education   2010 - 2011
Western Governors University  2008 - 2010
Flagler College  2007 - 2008
Western Governors University  2006 - 2008
Tallahassee Community College  2005 - 2006
Florida State University  2003 - 2006
Freelance Writing and Editing   2003 - 2006
Florida State University  1997 - 2002

Skills
Adult Education, Instructional Design, Higher Education, PowerPoint, Distance Learning, English as a foreign..., English pronunciation, Applied linguistics, Teaching, Writing, Online education, E-Learning, Program Development, Classroom, Applied Linguistics, Educational Leadership, Staff Development, ESL, Editing, Curriculum Design

Education
Florida State University   1997 — 2003
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Adult and Continuing Education

Florida State University   1998 — 1999
Master of Science (MS), Multilingual Multicultural Education

Florida State University   1997 — 1998
Master of Science (MS), Adult and Continuing Education

Universität Basel   1992 — 1995
Non-degree seeking, English Literature and German Language

The College of Saint Rose   1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English

Experience
South Carolina Equality   July 2014 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   2007 - Present
University of South Carolina  September 2012 - December 2014
Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands  March 2013 - June 2014
University of South Carolina  May 2012 - March 2013
University of South Carolina  January 2012 - May 2012
University of South Carolina  August 2009 - May 2012
United Methodist Seminar Program   June 2011 - July 2011
University of South Carolina  August 2009 - May 2010
ACORN Institute   September 2008 - July 2009

Skills
Grant Writing, Teaching, Editing, Writing, Non-profits, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Research, Copy Editing, Spanish, Creative Writing, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Higher Education, Leadership, Program Development, Tutoring, Curriculum Design, Photography, Blogging, Fundraising, University Teaching

Education
University of South Carolina-Columbia   2009 — 2012
Master of Fine Arts

University of South Carolina-Columbia   2009 — 2012
Certificate

University of South Carolina-Columbia   2002 — 2006
BA

Experience
Mother Tongue Project   January 2014 - Present
Santa Fe Reporter  December 2011 - Present
Freelance  May 2011 - Present
Commonweal Conservancy   2007 - July 2010
Presence Marketing Communications & Public Affairs, LLC   2004 - 2007
Freelance Writing and Editing   2002 - 2007
College of Santa Fe  2004 - 2005
Zago Papers   2003 - 2004
Center for Contemporary Arts  2003 - 2004
NE Wyoming Community College   2002 - 2002

Skills
Copywriting, Creative Writing, Editing, Advertising, Copy Editing, Media Relations, Marketing Communications, Blogging, Marketing Strategy, Writing, Nonprofits, Publications, Teaching, Teaching Writing

Education
University of Washington   1999 — 2001
MFA, Creative Writing, Fiction

Amherst College   1992 — 1996
BA, English

Experience
Hotel & Leisure Advisors  October 2013 - Present
Crain's Cleveland Business  2009 - Present
Snow & Ice Management Association   2005 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   1999 - Present
The Plain Dealer  1995 - 1999

Skills
Publications

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   1986 — 1990
BA, Journalism, Criminal Justice

Experience
Tufts University  September 2015 - Present
Tufts University  September 2013 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   September 2012 - Present
Tufts University  August 2014 - August 2015
Tufts University  August 2012 - December 2012
Hatherleigh Press  February 2011 - July 2011
Innovative Technical Solutions, Inc.   June 2009 - June 2010
WeatherBill  May 2008 - August 2008
UC Berkeley  February 2007 - August 2007

Skills
Copy Editing, Editing, Proofreading, Editorial, Blogging, Ap Style, Press Releases, Academic Writing, English Literature, Modernism, Research, Proposal Writing, Magazines, AP Style

Education
Tufts University   2011 — 2016
PhD, English Literature, British Modernism, Aesthetics of Confusion

University of California, Berkeley   2005 — 2009
B.A., English Literature

Experience
New Hope Lutheran Church  September 2005 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   August 2001 - Present
Fort Bend Independent School District  June 2003 - July 2004
Enron  1993 - 1994
Enron  May 1985 - May 1990

Skills
Quilting, Writing, Desktop Publishing, Editing, Singing

Education
University of Houston-Downtown   1998 — 2001
2001, English/Interdisciplinary Studies

Western Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Interdisciplinary Studies

Experience
Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.   August 2015 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   May 2012 - Present
"I Have a Dream" Foundation of Boulder County   September 2013 - July 2015
Backpacker Magazine  January 2013 - May 2013
Texas Music Magazine  August 2012 - December 2012
The University of Texas at Austin  January 2010 - December 2012

Skills
Youth Character..., Editing, Creative Writing, Education Reform, Social Media, Backpacking, Facebook, Blogging, Copy Editing, Press Releases, AP Style, Research, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Public Relations, Adobe Creative Suite, Coaching, Academic Tutoring, Data Entry, Student Counseling, Event Planning, Magazines, Newsletters, Editorial

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2009 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, English Language and Literature, General, 3.6/4.0

Experience
Crain Communications  December 2010 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing   July 2002 - December 2010
Bloomberg News  September 1997 - July 2002

Education
The George Washington University   1992 — 1995
MA, Environmental Resource Policy

The George Washington University   1988 — 1992
BA, Political Communications

Experience
Freelance Writing and Editing   April 2013 - Present
Bhakti Chai  February 2012 - Present
Whole Foods Market  May 2011 - January 2012
Whole Foods Market  September 2009 - January 2012

Skills
Teaching, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Public Speaking, Nonprofits

Education
University of Colorado Boulder   2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies

University of Colorado Boulder   2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Philosophy