Experience
thinkPARALLAX   January 2014 - Present
Freelance Writing and Reporting   2002 - Present
Reebok/ Italic   April 2014 - August 2014
SALTED Magazine   January 2011 - May 2014
Surfer Magazine  February 2008 - January 2014

Skills
Copy Editing, Editing, Writing, Strategy, Copywriting, Journalism, Publishing, Television, Editorial, News Writing, Blogging, Adobe Creative Suite, Public Relations, Press Releases, Social Media, Video Editing, Creative Writing, Magazines, Photography, Video Production, Facebook, Feature Articles, Social Networking, AP Style, Social Media Marketing, Storytelling, Newspapers, Publications, Advertising, Online Journalism, Final Cut Pro, Freelance Writing, Digital Media, Event Planning, Photoshop, Proofreading, Media Relations, Graphic Design, Research, Web Content, New Media

Education
San Diego State University-California State University   2010 — 2012
M.A., Mass Communication and Media Studies

University of California, Santa Barbara
B.A., Communication, Professional Writing minor

Experience
Darling Media Productions   June 2014 - Present
Freelance Writing and Reporting   January 2000 - Present
Evol Recordings   March 2010 - Present
Teri's DinerBar   June 2010 - December 2011
Mobile Computing Solutions   April 2008 - February 2010
Yelp.com  January 2007 - April 2007
Temple University  September 2004 - January 2007
ACLU  August 2002 - April 2004

Skills
MS Office Suite, Proofreading, Copywriting, Web Design, Web 2.0, Social Media, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Writing, Technical Writing, B2B eCommerce, Graphic Design, Computer Graphics, Copy Editing, Tutoring, Online Marketing, Journalism, Music Journalism, Online Journalism, Social Networking, B2B, Microsoft Office, Blogging, Editing, Newsletters, Web Content, Press Releases, Publications

Education
Temple University   2003 — 2006
BA, Philosophy, special focus in Creative Writing, Summa Cum Laude

Oglethorpe University
N/A

Experience
The Times-Picayune  July 2013 - Present
New in NOLA   January 2013 - Present
Freelance Writing and Reporting   February 2013 - Present
Donald W. Reynolds National Center for Business Journalism  April 2012 - April 2013
Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal  January 2007 - February 2013
Drug Store News  July 2005 - December 2006
Retailing Today   July 2005 - December 2006

Skills
Journalism, Newspaper, Copy Editing, Editorial, Editing, Storytelling, Publications, Magazines, QuarkXPress, Social Media, Blogging, Copywriting, Web Content, Publishing, New Media, Creative Writing, Photography, Research, Newspapers, Facebook, Breaking News, Newsletters

Education
University of Mississippi   2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism

Monash University   2003 — 2003
Study abroad, Journalism and environmental science

Experience
Fitfluential, LLC  November 2012 - Present
RealtyWEB.Net   January 2007 - Present
Advocare  July 2014 - Present
Freelance Writing and Reporting   October 2008 - Present

Skills
HTML, Blogging, Social Networking, Creative Writing, Humorist, Social Media, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Safari, Apple OS, Freelance Writing, Accounting, CSS, Graphic Design, JavaScript, XML, Microsoft Office, Brand Development

Education
University of Florida   2015 — 2020
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Law

Southeastern University   2013 — 2015
Associate's Degree, Pre-Law Studies, Psychology, Criminal Justice

Experience
Associated Press  January 2013 - Present
KPCC  November 2011 - December 2012
Associated Press  May 2011 - June 2011
Freelance Writing and Reporting   October 2010 - February 2011
Development Alternatives, Inc.   November 2009 - September 2010
Los Angeles Times  October 2006 - October 2009
The Wall Street Journal  June 2006 - August 2006
The Wall Street Journal  June 2005 - August 2005
The Columbus Dispatch  June 2004 - August 2004
The Daily Californian  September 2002 - May 2004

Skills
Journalism, Breaking News, Storytelling, News Writing, Social Media, Editing, Newspapers, Blogging, Writing, Investigative Reporting, Magazines, Copy Editing, Editorial, Online Journalism, Video, Press Releases, Radio, Public Relations, New Media, Feature Articles, Web Content, Final Cut Pro, Publishing, Publications, Politics, Newsletters, Multimedia, Copywriting, Proofreading, Creative Writing, Interviews, Headline Writing, Computer-assisted..., Content Strategy, Digital Media, Facebook, Content Management, Fact-checking, Publicity, Content Development, Crisis Communications, Access, Newspaper, Media Relations, Speech Writing, Video Editing, Ap Style, Broadcast, French, AP Style

Education
La Sorbonne - Center for Critical Studies

University of California, Berkeley
BA, English, Political Science

Experience
Freelance Writing and Reporting   September 2012 - Present
Gannett Newspapers  August 2011 - September 2012
Cincinnati Enquirer  November 2010 - March 2011
U.S. Department of Commerce   March 2009 - July 2010
Obama for America  2008 - 2008

Skills
News Writing, Photojournalism, Videography, Investigative Reporting, Databases, SEO, Web Analytics, Breaking News, Blogging, Social Media, Digital Media

Education
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism

Experience
Cruise Control TV   June 2013 - Present
Freelance Writing and Reporting   March 2012 - Present
Arbor Mecanical Insulation   August 2010 - March 2011
Belk  July 2009 - June 2010
McAlister's Deli (Corporation)   2006 - 2009

Skills
Videographer, Studio Camera Operation, HD Camera Operation, Video Production, Sports Videography, Event Videography, TV News Production, News Packages, Final Cut Pro, Broadcast Journalism, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Sports Writing, News Writing, Creative Writing, Technical Writing, Report Writing, Resume Writing, Speech Writing, Radio Producing, Voiceovers, Sound Board Operation, NexGen, VoxPro, Adobe Audition, Shortcut 360, Garageband, Sales Management, Project Management, Operations Management, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Research, Product Marketing, Digital Marketing, Field Marketing, Television Advertising, Radio Advertising, Microsoft Office, Commercials, Broadcast, Editing, Video Editing, Radio, Television, Storytelling, Videography, Radio Production

Education
The Connecticut School of Broadcasting   2012 — 2012
Broadcast Certification, Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology

East Carolina University - College of Business   2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.), Marketing

Experience
TheWrap.com  March 2013 - Present
Freelance Writing and Reporting   January 2007 - Present
Robert Half International  January 2012 - August 2012
General Motors Asset Management  May 2011 - January 2012
State Street Corporation  October 2005 - June 2011

Skills
Hedge Funds, Equities, Fixed Income, Mutual Funds, Accounting, Bloomberg, Financial Services, Securities, Account Reconciliation, Financial Analysis, Asset Managment, Derivatives, Finance, Microsoft Excel, Investments, Cash Management, Journalism, Online Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Business Journalism, Digital Journalism, Video Journalism, Music Journalism, Citizen Journalism, Financial Reporting, Investigative Reporting, Court Reporting, Writing, Creative Writing, Report Writing, News Writing, Editing, Newspapers, Blogging, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Asset Management, Fact-checking, Editorial

Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism   2012 — 2013
Master's degree, Journalism

Monmouth University   2003 — 2005
MBA, Marketing, Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics

Monmouth University   1999 — 2003
BS, Marketing, Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics

Experience
Montana Pork Producers Council   November 2004 - Present
Wyoming Pork Producers Council   August 2009 - Present
Freelance Writing and Reporting   September 2012 - Present
Sage Flats Shooter LLC   October 2011 - Present
Montana State University Wool Lab, MT Sheep Institute   March 2005 - October 2006
Montana Conservation Corps (Americorps)   February 2004 - November 2004
University of Idaho  August 2003 - January 2004
Palouse Country Radio   May 2003 - August 2003
Clearwater Resource Conservation & Development Council, NRCS   September 2002 - June 2003
University of Idaho  September 2001 - December 2002

Skills
Public Relations, Event Planning, Accounting, Graphic Design, Office Management, Public Speaking, Social Media, Agriculture, Research, Public Policy, Strategic Planning, Blogging, Fundraising, Microsoft Office, Editing, Media Relations, Higher Education, Data Analysis, Marketing Communications, Crisis Communications, Business Strategy, Guerrilla Marketing, Innovator, Mediation, Strategic Communications, Management, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Advertising, Team Building, Writing, Press Releases, Nonprofits, Social Media Marketing

Education
University of Idaho   1999 — 2004
BS, Agribusiness, Ag Economics

Experience
Freelance Writing and Reporting   January 2008 - Present
The Lund Report   April 2011 - August 2012
The Oregonian  August 2011 - September 2011
Oregon Business Magazine  January 2010 - July 2010
Willamette Week  August 2007 - January 2008
Oregon Public Broadcasting  May 2006 - August 2006

Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, Journalism, Blogging, Creative Writing, Storytelling, Copywriting, Ap Style, Online Journalism, News Writing, Editorial, Newspaper, Social Media, Proofreading, Feature Articles, AP Style, Freelance Writing, Newspapers, Television, Video Production, Web Content

Education
New York University   2012 — 2014
Master of Journalism, Literary Reportage

The Salt Institute for Documentary Studies   2009 — 2009
Certificate, Documentary Writing

Reed College   2003 — 2007
BA, Philosophy

Experience
Marquette Wire  August 2013 - May 2014
The Marquette Tribune  August 2012 - December 2012
Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service  May 2012 - August 2012
The Marquette Tribune  August 2011 - May 2012
Freelance Writing and Reporting   August 2009 - August 2011

Skills
Copy Editing, Writing, Associated Press style, Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, Java, Wordpress, Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, Photojournalism

Education
Marquette University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism

Philipps-Universität Marburg   2013 — 2013

Experience
Massage Envy Corporate HQ   July 2015 - Present
Dutch Bros. Coffee  April 2014 - July 2015
Dutch Bros. Coffee  2013 - July 2015
Freelance Writing and Reporting   January 2012 - September 2013
Arizona High School Hockey Association   October 2012 - January 2013
TEAM Enterprises  December 2011 - August 2012
WBZ-FM 98.5 The Sports Hub  2011 - 2012
Phoenix Coyotes  August 2007 - May 2010
Phoenix Coyotes  2007 - 2010

Skills
Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Sports Marketing, Advertising, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, Sports, Facebook, Event Management, Marketing, Social Media, Public Relations, Microsoft Word, Media Relations, Creative Writing, Radio Broadcasting, Blogging, Broadcast, Sponsorship, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Email Marketing, Entertainment, Copywriting, Online Advertising, Writing, Editing, Journalism, Online Journalism, Online Publishing, Radio Promotions, Broadcast Journalism, Online Marketing...

Education
Arizona State University   2006 — 2010
Theater

Experience
BeerAdvocate   April 2014 - Present
Freelance Writing and Reporting   April 2012 - Present
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Overture magazine   June 2012 - Present
SmartCEO  August 2012 - April 2014
Examiner.com  April 2012 - September 2012
Baltimore Magazine  June 2012 - August 2012
Urbanite  June 2012 - August 2012
Los Angeles Magazine  January 2012 - May 2012
Neon Tommy  August 2009 - May 2012
Annenberg TV News & Digital Lab   January 2009 - May 2012

Skills
Journalism, Editing, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Fact-checking, Social Media, Interviews, Research, Microsoft Excel, Final Cut Pro, Social Media Marketing, Magazines, Feature Articles, Blogging, Editorial, New Media, Multimedia, Publications, Photography, Storytelling, Copy Editing, AP Style, Press Releases, News Writing, Broadcast, Facebook, Newspapers, Copywriting, Publishing, Media Relations

Education
University of Southern California   2008 — 2012
BA, Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, Print and Digital Journalism

City University London   2011 — 2011
Journalism

Experience
B Esmer Comunicação e Design Ltda.   July 2002 - Present
Freelance Writing and Reporting   August 2001 - Present
Tok & Stok Ltda.   June 1996 - November 1997
C&A  September 1984 - February 1987

Skills
Creative Writing, Talent Development, Hand Drawing, Jornalismo, Newsletters, Web Design, Dreamweaver, Graphic Design, Journalism, Photoshop, Publishing, Advertising, Web Content, Layout, Email Marketing, Flash, Brochures, Publications, Newspapers, Vídeo, Boletim informativo, Edição e publicação, Escrita criativa, Web design, Serviços jornalísticos, Social Media, Video

Education
Fundação Escola de Sociologia e Política de São Paulo   2011 — 2012
Especialista, Relações Internacionais

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo   2010 — 2012
Mestre, Comunicação e Semiótica

Fundação Escola de Sociologia e Política de São Paulo   2011 — 2011
Especialista, Didática do Ensino Superior

Universidade de Mogi das Cruzes   1986 — 1989
Jornalista, Comonicação Social

Experience
Freelance Writing and Reporting   January 2014 - Present
Toronto Star  September 2014 - Present
Toronto Sun  June 2015 - September 2015
City of Hamilton  April 2007 - August 2013
City of Hamilton  July 2005 - April 2007

Skills
Social Media, Journalism, Time Management, Government, Press Releases, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Volunteer Management, Administrative..., News, News Writing, Photojournalism, Digital Photography, Current Affairs, WordPress, Microsoft Office, Municipal Services, Photography, Policy, InDesign, Adobe Premiere Pro, Burli, Television Studio..., Television Directing, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Special Events, Media Relations, Public Relations, Storytelling

Education
Humber College   2013 — 2016
Journalism - Print and Broadcast, Honours standing

Experience
CBS Radio El Zol 107.9   May 2014 - Present
Telemundo DC   September 2012 - Present
Don't Quit Get Fit   July 2010 - May 2013
Freelance Writing and Reporting   June 2011 - October 2012
www.skidrowstudios.com   January 2012 - September 2012
Jay Nolan Community Service   June 2005 - September 2012
Word Press.com   2012 - 2012
MSN Fox Sports   June 2007 - October 2011
Latino Sports 360   January 2010 - January 2011
Fox Sports  December 2008 - May 2010

Skills
Spanish, Writing, Soccer, Sports Writing, Reporting, Sports Reporting, Soccer History, Journalism, Editing, Blogging, Social Media, Video, Television, Sports, English, Final Cut Pro, Broadcast, Press Releases, Social Networking, Wordpress, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Facebook, Video Editing, Creative Writing, News Writing, PowerPoint, Radio Broadcasting, Editorial, Broadcast Journalism, AP Style, Avid, Radio Producing, Broadcast Television, Video Production, Radio Host, Radio, Online Journalism, Magazines, New Media, Interviews, ENPS, Breaking News, Web Content, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Newspapers, Play-by-play, Digital Media, Publishing

Education
California State University   2005 — 2008
B.A, Broadcast Journalism

California State University-Northridge   2005 — 2008
Journalism/ Central American Studies, Journalism

California State University-Northridge   2005 — 2008
Bachelor's of Arts, Central American Studies

California State University-Northridge   2005 — 2008
Bachelor's of Arts, Journalism; Broadcasting

Experience
Hawaii State Department of Education  2006 - Present
Freelance Writing and Reporting   1992 - Present
The Sun/Inland Valley Daily Bulletin  1995 - 1997
CNN Headline News/KHNR Radio   1992 - 1994

Skills
News Writing, Radio Broadcasting, Broadcast Journalism, Advertising, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Research, Marketing Communications, Education, Editing, Video Editing, Creative Writing, Entertainment, Nonprofits, Media Relations, Event Planning, Teaching, Community Outreach, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Social Networking, Community Development, AP Style, Grant Writing, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Curriculum Development, Event Management, Video

Education
Chaminade University of Honolulu   1989 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies/Broadcast Media

University of Phoenix   2009 — 2016
Master of Arts (M.A.), Secondary Education - Hawaii State Teacher Licensure

Experience
CBS Interactive  January 2013 - Present
Freelance Writing and Reporting   June 2007 - Present
Yahoo!  April 2012 - June 2012
Sinomedia   November 2011 - March 2012
Patch.com  July 2010 - August 2011
Miller McCune Magazine   August 2010 - May 2011
Santa Barbara Symphony  May 2005 - August 2009

Skills
Journalism, Editing, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media, Video Editing, Content Marketing, AP Style, Web Site Production, Social Analytics, Product Management, Interactive Media, CMS, SEO, Corporate Social Media, Community Development, iMovie, Final Cut Pro, User Experience Design, Information Architecture, Interaction Design, Hootsuite, Arts Administration, Sponsorship Relations, Non-profit Program..., Community Outreach, Lifestyle Writing, Publishing, Garageband, Raiser's Edge, Quickbooks, Live Blogging, Ustream, Storify, CoverItLive, Audacity, Soundslides, Content Strategy

Education
University of Southern California   2009 — 2010
MA, Specialized Journalism (the Arts)

University of California, Santa Barbara   2001 — 2005
BA, Political Science (IR), English, Music

Experience
Direct Marketing News  January 2014 - Present
Hot New Hip Hop   October 2012 - Present
Birthplace Magazine   October 2012 - Present
Freelance Writing and Reporting   June 2012 - Present
Easypurl.com  August 2013 - October 2013
eBay  2012 - 2013
Verge Mgazine   March 2012 - June 2012
New Media Bureau   March 2012 - June 2012
The News Record  December 2010 - June 2012
Village Life Outreach Project  June 2011 - October 2011

Skills
Copy Editing, Editing, Writing, Microsoft Office, AP Style, Social Media, Blogging, Journalism, Facebook, Word, Excel, Video Editing, Interviewing, Photography, Creative Writing, Public Relations, Wordpress, Photojournalism, Digital Photography, Customer Service, Copywriting, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Web Content Management, Social Networking, Weebly, InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere, Pinnacle Studio, Garageband, Audacity, Google Analytics, Twitter, Reddit, Vine, Instagram, Technology, Mobile Devices, PC, Mac, Computer Hardware, Video Games, Hip-Hop, Skateboarding, Feature Articles, WordPress, Online Journalism, Interviews, Storytelling

Education
University of Cincinnati   2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism

Western Hills high school   2003 — 2007

Experience
ALPFA, Inc. — Empowering Latino Leaders   April 2015 - Present
Freelance Writing and Reporting   June 2014 - Present
Latino Community Fund  July 2014 - Present
Latino Civic Alliance   2011 - Present
Young Nonprofit Professionals Network of Greater Seattle   June 2014 - Present
Beyond HB 1079 Conference   2011 - 2015
University of Washington  2009 - 2012
Latino Student Medical Association  2009 - 2012
Independent Consultant  2006 - 2012
Mixed 101 Class   2009 - 2011

Skills
Spanish, Community Outreach, Leadership, Curriculum Design, Project Planning, Nonprofits, Event Planning, Research, Program Development, Phlebotomy, Curriculum Development, Networking, News Writing, Poetry, Health Marketing, Resume Writing, Civic Engagement, Essay Revision, Mentoring, Phlebotomy Training, Conference Organization

Education
Washington State Department Of Health   2014 — 2014
Community Health Worker Certificate

University of Washington   2004 — 2009
Bachelor's Degree, English Language and Literature, General

University of Washington   2004 — 2009
Bachelor's Degree, American Ethnic Studies

North Seattle Community College   2007 — 2007
Phlebotomy

Highline College
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management

Experience
Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development  May 2015 - Present
UMass Boston - John W. McCormack Graduate School of Policy and Global Studies  September 2014 - Present
University of Massachusetts Lowell  2014 - 2014
Freelance Writing and Reporting   2013 - 2014
University of Massachusetts Lowell  2013 - 2014
Lowell Heritage Partnership   2012 - 2014
Massachusetts House of Representatives  2006 - 2012
National Amusements  2000 - 2007
The Patriot Ledger  September 2004 - November 2004

Skills
Policy Analysis, Community Development, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Press Releases, Politics, Nonprofits, Legislation, Public Speaking, Facebook, Research, Event Management, Editing, Grants, Strategic Communications, Microsoft Office, Writing, Project Management, Non-profits, Event Planning, Government, Public Policy, Program Development, Government Relations, Public Relations, Communications Strategy, Grant Writing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Political Campaigns, Social Media, Economic Development, Customer Relations

Education
University of Massachusetts Boston   2014 — 2018
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Public Policy

University of Massachusetts Boston   2009 — 2011
Masters, Public Affairs

University of Massachusetts at Lowell   2003 — 2007
Bachelors, Political Science, Magna Cum Laude

Boston University   2002 — 2004

Experience
Freelance Writing and Reporting   January 2013 - Present
Freelance Film Production  January 2013 - Present
The Facts Newspaper   October 2010 - January 2013
Kerrville Daily Times  May 2010 - October 2010
The Daily Toreador  June 2007 - May 2010
The Daily Toreador  May 2009 - August 2009
FOX KJTV   2009 - 2009

Skills
Storytelling, Newspapers, Feature Articles, InDesign, AP Style, Final Cut Pro, Journalism, Editing, News Writing, Writing, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Press Releases, Social Networking, Publishing, Photography, Public Relations, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Copy Editing, Breaking News, Sports, Creative Writing, Editorial, Publications

Education
Texas Tech University   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Broadcast Journalism, Minor in English and Spanish

United States

Experience
Chuhak & Tecson, P.C.   May 2014 - May 2015
United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois  January 2014 - May 2014
Illinois Attorney General's Office  September 2013 - December 2013
Seyfarth Shaw  May 2013 - August 2013
Freelance Writing and Reporting   March 2012 - August 2012
Crain Communications  January 2012 - March 2012
Kirkland & Ellis LLP  June 2011 - August 2011
Costco Wholesale UK Ltd   June 2010 - August 2010
Costco Wholesale  June 2009 - August 2009
Borek & Goldhirsh, Attorneys at Law   June 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Publishing, Journalism, Magazines, Public Relations, Editing, Integrated Marketing, Social Media, Blogging, AP Style, Copy Editing

Education
Northwestern University School of Law   2012 — 2015
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Law, Cum laude

Medill School of Journalism, Northwestern University   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Journalism, Magazine, summa cum laude

Northwestern University   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Journalism, Summa cum laude