Experience
Tribune Broadcasting  February 2015 - Present
ABC News  June 2014 - Present
Michigan Avenue Magazine   June 2014 - Present
Crain's Chicago Business  February 2012 - December 2014
CBS Corporation  2012 - 2012
NESN  2011 - 2012
Hearst Television  October 2007 - September 2011
NECN  January 2007 - May 2007
WHDH-TV  September 2006 - December 2006
CBS News  January 2006 - May 2006

Skills
Journalism, News Writing, Breaking News, Broadcast Journalism, Storytelling, Broadcast, ENPS, Final Cut Pro, Video Production, Online Journalism, Video Editing, Television, Digital Media, Media Relations, Video, Videography, Social Media, Editing, Multimedia, Camera, Writing, Entertainment, Magazines, Film, Blogging, New Media

Education
Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth   2008 — 2008

Boston College   2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies

New York University   2006 — 2006
Film, Television, and Performing Arts, 4.0

Experience
CHANEL  September 2015 - Present
Katrin Schnabl  April 2015 - Present
Sam Brocato Salon  August 2014 - November 2014
People's Revolution  July 2014 - October 2014
TOPSHOP TOPMAN  June 2014 - August 2014
Topshop  August 2011 - May 2014
Michigan Avenue Magazine   September 2013 - April 2014
Shelby Steiner   March 2013 - January 2014
Saks Fifth Avenue  March 2010 - May 2011
The Midwasteland   June 2009 - September 2010

Skills
Customer Service, Research, Teamwork, Social Media, Public Speaking, Fashion, Public Relations, Strategic Public..., Polish, Social Media Marketing, Social Media..., Fashion Shows, Event Planning, Public Relations Writing, Styling, Production Planning, Document Management, Microsoft Office, Invites, Organization, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, English, Sales, Team Leadership, Writing, Proposal Writing, Press Releases, Crisis Communications, Brand Management, Brand Awareness

Education
Columbia College Chicago   2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Fashion Business with a minor in PR, Senior

Harper College   2010 — 2012
Associate of Arts (AA), Fashion Merchandising

Experience
GRP Media  June 2010 - Present
Inside Media (Chicago)   September 2009 - June 2010
Michigan Avenue Magazine   August 2009 - September 2009

Skills
Media Planning, Media Buying, Media Relations, Marketing, Strategy, Digital Media, Integrated Marketing, Media Research, Digital Strategy, Nielsen, Magazines, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Sales, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, New Media, Marketing Communications, Outdoor Advertising

Education
The Ohio State University   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts and Sciences, Marketing, Media, Music Business

Experience
Atlantic Media  June 2015 - Present
Center for Student Involvement  March 2012 - June 2015
Sheil Student Advisory Board   May 2013 - May 2015
NU Nights   April 2014 - April 2015
Fodor's Travel  January 2015 - March 2015
The Daily Northwestern  January 2014 - December 2014
Michigan Avenue Magazine   June 2014 - September 2014
The Current  September 2013 - December 2013
Sheil Catholic Center's Quarterly Newsletter - The Center   September 2013 - December 2013
Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky's office   June 2013 - September 2013

Skills
Editing, Reporting, Wordpress, Event Planning, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Event Management, Phone Etiquette, Writing, Facebook, WordPress, PowerPoint

Education
Northwestern University   2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism and Political Science, Junior

John Hersey High School   2007 — 2011
Highest Honors

Experience
BPI Group  April 2014 - Present
IceTalent Inc   November 2012 - Present
Sporting Chance Press, Hoffman Estates Animal Hospital   April 2009 - Present
Self-Employed  September 2008 - Present
HD Sports North America   October 2013 - December 2014
Patch.com  2012 - January 2013
Michigan Avenue Magazine   March 2012 - June 2012
ISU World Figure Skating Championships   March 2007 - March 2007

Skills
Public Speaking, Blogging, Sports, Coaching, Figure Skating, Social Networking, Fiction Writing, Newsletters, Teaching, Show Production, Psychology, Athletics, Publishing, Marketing, Editorial, Fitness, Editing, Publications, Wellness, Creative Writing, Newsletter Writer and..., Ghostwriter and Blogger, Freelance Writer, Training

Education
IPEC

IPEC

DePaul University   2009 — 2011
B.A., Psychology

Experience
900 North Michigan Shops   November 2013 - Present
XA, The Experiential Agency, Inc.   October 2012 - November 2013
VanNice PR   January 2012 - October 2012
Michigan Avenue Magazine   August 2011 - December 2011
ConnectMedia Ventures   April 2010 - June 2010
The Olive Oil Shops   June 2008 - December 2009

Skills
Brand Management, Event Planning, Social Media..., Public Relations, Press Releases, Internal & External..., Cision, Client Development, Account Management, Marketing Communications, Event Management, Advertising

Education
DePaul University   2008 — 2012
Marketing and Management, Business Administration

John Felice Rome Center - Loyola Univerisity, Rome   2011 — 2011

Experience
Edelman  September 2015 - Present
Edelman  June 2014 - August 2015
Takeda Pharmaceuticals  May 2013 - August 2013
Michigan Avenue Magazine   May 2012 - August 2012

Skills
Highly detail oriented, Always Punctual, Determination to Succeed, Great communications..., Organization, Wordpress, Audacity, Final Cut Pro, Soundslides, Interviewing Skills, Writing, Social Media, Customer Service, Social Networking, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, AP Style, Management, Corporate Communications, Facebook, Journalism, Sales, Press Releases, Blogging, Event Management, HTML 5, CSS, Social Media Marketing, WordPress, Communication

Education
University of Iowa   2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism and Mass Communication

Grayslake Central High School   2006 — 2010

Experience
Piece & Co.   September 2015 - Present
Yelp  June 2015 - September 2015
Nordstrom  May 2014 - July 2014
ThirdChannel  July 2013 - December 2013
Michigan Avenue Magazine   May 2013 - August 2013
Illusions by Jill   September 2009 - August 2011

Skills
Merchandising, Apparel, Sales, Fashion, Social Media, PowerPoint, Social Networking, E-commerce, Fashion Design, Facebook, Market Research, Retail, Marketing, Leadership, Event Planning, Organization, Microsoft Excel, Product Development, Product Sourcing, Textiles

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Apparel Merchandising, Minor Business/Fashion Design

Lorenzo De Medici   2014 — 2014
Apparel Merchandising

Experience
Trump International Hotel and Tower, Chicago  June 2013 - June 2015
Park Hyatt Chicago  April 2011 - June 2013
Totem Boutique   January 2009 - February 2010
Nordstrom  August 2008 - July 2009
Michigan Avenue Magazine   August 2008 - December 2008
Blanco & Peace   May 2006 - August 2006

Skills
Blogging, Press Releases, Public Relations, Management, Advertising, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Sales, Newsletters, CRM, Competitive Analysis, Marketing, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Social Networking

Education
Purdue University   2004 — 2008
Communications, Public Relations

Purdue University   2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

Experience
Neiman Marcus  October 2014 - Present
Self Employed  January 2014 - October 2014
Zapwater Communications  August 2012 - August 2013
Zapwater Communications  January 2012 - July 2012
Margie Korshak, Inc.   September 2011 - November 2011
Fetch Public Relations LLC  September 2010 - December 2010
Michigan Avenue Magazine   May 2010 - August 2010
Point B Communications  February 2010 - April 2010
Creative Fitness Marketing  January 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Social Media, Event Planning, Ap Style, Concept Development, Press Releases, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Event Management, Fashion, Creative Direction, Marketing, Magazines, Social Media Outreach, Media Monitoring, Strategic Communications, Integrated Marketing, Styling, Retail, Brand Development, Customer Service, Sales, Merchandising, Brand Management, Visual Merchandising

Education
International Academy of Design   2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Visual Communications

Experience
Zimmerman Advertising  July 2015 - Present
The Eventful Life   January 2015 - May 2015
Michigan Avenue Magazine   August 2014 - May 2015
Loyola University Chicago  August 2011 - May 2015
Water Tower Financial Partners   February 2014 - May 2014
Loyola University Chicago  March 2012 - January 2014
Parker School Uniforms, LLC  May 2011 - August 2011

Skills
Communication, Adaptability, Positivity, Time Management, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Spanish, Admissions, Microsoft Office, Research, Critical Thinking, Leadership, Analysis, Community Outreach, Social Media, Higher Education, Event Planning

Education
Loyola University Chicago   2011 — 2015

Experience
Freelance Writer  2000 - Present
Sears Holdings Corporation  April 2012 - Present
Michigan Avenue Magazine   December 2012 - March 2014
WHERE Chicago   November 2011 - January 2013
Artisan  2000 - April 2012
Plan B® [The Agency Alternative]™   November 2011 - March 2012
Dutton (Penguin)   2004 - January 2012
BlueStar Energy Solutions  September 2011 - October 2011
Harpo Productions  January 2010 - June 2011
UL Environment  March 2008 - May 2010

Skills
Brand Strategy, Content Strategy, Brand Development, Advertising, Copywriting, Editing, Information Architecture, User Experience, Editorial, Writing, Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Copy Editing, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Social Media, Proofreading, Marketing Strategy, Mac, Promotions, Brochures, HTML, Television, Newsletters, SEO, Creative Direction, Marketing

Education
University of Missouri-Columbia
BA, English Literature, English Language and Literature, General

Experience
Hogsalt Hospitality  June 2015 - Present
OLSON  February 2008 - June 2015
Serious Eats  June 2012 - December 2013
Michigan Avenue Magazine   July 2011 - December 2013
NBC Chicago - Inc.Well Blog   April 2011 - March 2013
CheekyChicago.com  February 2009 - May 2011
Chicago Scene  March 2007 - November 2010
DiningOut Magazine  September 2009 - May 2010
Leo Burnett  October 2005 - February 2008
Burson-Marsteller  June 2003 - October 2005

Skills
Public Relations, Writing, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Media Relations, Corporate Communications, Journalism, Entrepreneurship, Press Releases, Storytelling, Magazines, Copywriting, Integrated Marketing, Online Advertising, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Restaurants

Education
University of Michigan   1999 — 2003
BBA, Marketing

University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business   1999 — 2003

Experience
S&C Electric Company  September 2015 - Present
HollywoodChicago.com   April 2007 - Present
Scientific Games  September 2012 - July 2015
EDC Technology  May 2011 - May 2012
Michigan Avenue Magazine   May 2010 - March 2011
The Kidz Connexion   April 2010 - December 2010
Best Foot Forward  February 2010 - November 2010
About.com  May 2008 - February 2010
The Huffington Post  September 2008 - September 2009
Chicago.com, Inc.   July 2003 - September 2009

Skills
Writing, Marketing, Email Marketing, Editing, Copy Editing, Publishing, Online Publishing, Management, Interviewing Skills, Quality Assurance, Software Testing, Software Integrations, Software Upgrades, Content Management..., HTML, Drupal, Photoshop, FrontPage, Software, Social Media, Testing, Storytelling, Magazines, Public Relations, Wordpress, Content Management, CMS, Editorial, Advertising, Newsletters, New Media, Journalism, Content Strategy, Press Releases, Online Marketing, SEO, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Publications, Publicity, Web Design, Web Content Management, Digital Media, WordPress, Entrepreneurship, Digital Strategy, Social Networking, Web Content, Copywriting, Video

Education
University of Missouri-Columbia   1997 — 2000
BA, News/Editorial Journalism

Experience
Michigan Avenue Magazine   May 2014 - Present
Thompson & Knight LLP  May 2013 - October 2013
Groupon  October 2012 - May 2013
Michigan Avenue Magazine   May 2012 - October 2012
World Vision  June 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Social Media, Facebook, Marketing Communications, Magazines, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Event Management, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Research, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Fundraising, Marketing, Social Networking, Market Research, Mac, Recruiting

Education
Baylor University - Hankamer School of Business   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing

Experience
No Limit Agency  December 2014 - Present
Second City Style  May 2009 - Present
XA, The Experiential Agency, Inc.   November 2013 - December 2014
HL Group  July 2013 - August 2013
STARWORKS Group  September 2012 - April 2013
ideeli  2011 - September 2012
Abrams Media - Styleite.com   February 2012 - March 2012
Michigan Avenue Magazine   October 2009 - May 2010

Skills
Social Media, Writing, Editing, Editorial, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Tumblr, YouTube, LinkedIn, Networking Strategy, Journalism, Media Relations, Google Analytics, Copywriting, Fashion Writing, Publishing, Copy Editing, Video, Social Networking, Publicity, Press Releases, Blogging, Fashion, Fashion Shows, Public Relations, Beauty Industry, Content Development, Creative Writing, WordPress, Newsletters, Digital Marketing, Interviews, New Media, Magazines, Content Strategy, AP Style, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Direction, Web Content, Content Management, SEO, Styling, InDesign, Mac, Feature Articles, Advertising

Education
DePaul University   2001 — 2005
Received Bachelors of Science; Illinois Type 04 Teaching Certificate, Education; English

Columbia College Chicago   2000 — 2001
English Language and Literature, General; Journalism; Poetry

Experience
International Sports Management, Inc.   June 2015 - Present
Free Range Office   June 2014 - June 2015
Hearst Magazines  2013 - 2014
Michigan Avenue Magazine   January 2013 - July 2013
Chicago Twenty Something  August 2012 - December 2012
Wedding Guide Chicago Magazine   May 2011 - September 2011
Gordy's Pro Shop   June 2005 - August 2008

Skills
Public Relations, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Marketing, Advertising, Event Management, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Marketing Strategy, Editing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Photoshop

Education
Columbia College Chicago   2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Marketing Communications - Public Relations

Saint Louis University   2008 — 2011

Loyola Academy   2004 — 2008

Experience
Michigan Avenue Magazine   February 2015 - Present
Toggle, Inc.   August 2013 - December 2014
Kumbuya  March 2012 - January 2014
Board Room Boutique Nightclub   February 2011 - December 2011

Skills
Microsoft Office, Internet Proficient, Excellent..., Detail Oriented, Sales, Social Media, New Business Development, Event Planning, Customer Service, Marketing, Event Management, Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Advertising, PowerPoint, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Research, Account Management, Strategic Planning, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Market Research, Facebook, Operations Management, Blogging, Fundraising, Lead Generation, Press Releases, Online Marketing, User Experience

Education
University of Illinois at Chicago   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Communication and Media Studies

Glenbrook South High SChool

IES Barcelona

Experience
Brose Group  May 2015 - Present
Magna Powertrain  July 2014 - May 2015
Aerotek  May 2013 - May 2014
Aerotek  June 2011 - May 2013
Nordstrom  May 2006 - June 2011
Michigan Avenue Magazine   August 2009 - December 2009

Skills
Recruiting, Sales, Social Media, Retail, Sales Management, Marketing, Microsoft Office, Temporary Placement, Time Management, Social Networking, Customer Service, Outlook, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Management, Negotiation, New Business Development, Coaching, Team Building, Account Management, Microsoft Word, Team Leadership, Leadership, PowerPoint, Cold Calling, Merchandising, Screening Resumes, Internet Recruiting, Technical Recruiting, Customer Retention, Performance Management, Human Resources, Inventory Management, Training, Employee Relations, Customer Satisfaction, Hiring, Interviews, Sourcing, Employee Training, Permanent Placement, College Recruiting, Staffing Services, Talent Acquisition, Applicant Tracking...

Education
Illinois Institute of Art   2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Art, Fashion Marketing and Management

The Art Institute of Michigan   2008 — 2008

Experience
Michigan Avenue Magazine   August 2015 - Present
Newcity  June 2015 - Present
CA Communication Arts magazine   June 2014 - Present
LostRecipesFound.com   April 2010 - Present
Chicago Tribune  2005 - Present
MKRogers Features & Photography   January 1994 - Present
www.lostrecipesfound.com   2010 - Present
Edible Chicago   July 2010 - Present
Cheers! magazine   2004 - Present
Cheers! magazine   2004 - Present

Skills
Magazines, Journalism, Freelance Writing, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Books, AP Style, Content Strategy, Photography, Editing, Publications, Public Relations, Web Content, Blogging, Feature Articles, Editorial, Social Media

Education
Texas Woman's University   1978 — 1983
BA, journalism

Art Insitute of Chicago
Photography

Experience
SSPR  June 2015 - Present
SSPR  June 2014 - June 2015
SSPR  October 2013 - June 2014
SSPR  September 2012 - October 2013
Michigan Avenue Magazine   December 2011 - April 2012
Special Education District of Lake County  May 2011 - August 2011
Grayslake Patch   December 2010 - January 2011
Neiman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard   December 2010 - January 2011
Rough Draft  September 2008 - December 2008

Skills
Grant Writing, Proficient in InDesign, Multimedia, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Writing, Press Releases, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Marketing, Media Relations, Feature Articles, Advertising, Journalism, Facebook, Research, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking

Education
University of Iowa   2007 — 2011
BA, Journalism and Mass Communications

Experience
Avant  2015 - 2015
MGM  January 2014 - May 2014
Residential Living Advisor at Bradley University   August 2012 - April 2014
Keshet - A Rainbow of Hope for Children and Adults with Special Needs  2002 - 2014
Michigan Avenue Magazine   2012 - 2012

Skills
Fundraising, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Research, Press Releases, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Time Management, Marketing, Event Management, Public Relations, Social Networking

Education
Bradley University   2010 — 2014
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

Experience
Penelope's Chicago   July 2014 - October 2014
Michigan Avenue Magazine   January 2014 - May 2014
Time Out Chicago  August 2013 - December 2013
American Apparel  April 2012 - August 2013

Skills
Visual Merchandising, Facebook, Merchandising, Styling, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Tumblr, Brand Development, Social Media, Fashion, Social Networking, Retail, Adobe Creative Suite, Magazines, Editorial, Photoshop, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office

Education
Loyola University of Chicago   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism

Saint Thomas Aquinas High School

Experience
Undertone  July 2015 - Present
Edgewater Athletic Club   July 2014 - Present
Michigan Avenue Magazine   August 2014 - May 2015
Conference Services at Loyola University Chicago   May 2013 - August 2013
Formal Headquarters International  March 2012 - August 2012

Skills
Social Media, PowerPoint, Public Relations, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Facebook, Time Management

Education
Loyola University Chicago   2012 — 2016
Advertising and Public Relations, Fourth Year

Experience
Northern Trust  May 2013 - Present
Lipman Hearne  February 2013 - May 2013
lululemon athletica  November 2012 - January 2013
Forbes Magazine  April 2012 - October 2012
Michigan Avenue Magazine   August 2011 - November 2011
Campus Special  May 2011 - September 2011

Skills
Social Media, Facebook, Event Management, Event Planning, Twitter, Pinterest, Tweetdeck, Excel, Access, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Advertising, Sales, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service

Education
University of Iowa   2007 — 2011
B.A., Communication Studies

Experience
Michigan Avenue Magazine   July 2013 - Present
Meredith  September 2011 - July 2013
Meredith  June 2010 - September 2011
Chicago Scenic Studios  September 2007 - November 2009

Skills
Advertising, Digital Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Integrated Marketing, Digital Marketing, Trade Shows, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Public Relations, Direct Marketing, Newsletters, Facebook, Event Planning, Mobile Marketing, Event Management

Education
Michigan State University   2003 — 2007
Bachelors, Marketing

Experience
The Marketing Arm  July 2015 - Present
Michigan Avenue Magazine   August 2014 - July 2015
CDM Media  January 2013 - August 2014
Draper & Kramer, Inc.   March 2012 - October 2012
The Hotel Chicago  April 2011 - February 2012
Concierge Unlimited International  February 2008 - March 2011

Skills
Sales Management, Event Planning, Event Marketing, Event Management, Communication Skills, Creativity, Sales, New Business Development, Account Management, Human Resources, Negotiation, Press Releases, Social Media, Public Relations, Management, Project Planning, Social Media Marketing, Hotels, Social Networking, Marketing, Restaurants, Advertising, Leadership

Education
Northwestern University   2009 — 2010
Master of Science, Communication

Michigan State University   2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Communication

Experience
Fulton Market Kitchen   March 2014 - Present
The Grid  June 2013 - May 2014
Fulton Market Kitchen   2014 - 2014
Rockit Ranch Productions  March 2010 - June 2013
Suriya Event Planning & Catering   April 2009 - March 2010
Niche Media  February 2009 - March 2010
Michigan Avenue Magazine   April 2008 - February 2009
MichiganAvenue Magazine   October 2007 - April 2008
Funky Junque  August 2004 - April 2008

Skills
Fashion, Event Planning, Sales, Trade Shows, Magazines, Publishing, Apparel, Event Management, Advertising, Corporate Events

Education
DePaul University   2003 — 2008

Stevenson High School

Experience
Marcus Evans  December 2011 - Present
Michigan Avenue Magazine   August 2011 - November 2011
The Campus Special  May 2011 - August 2011

Education
University of Iowa   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies

Experience
Trunk Club  May 2014 - Present
Trunk Club  May 2012 - Present
Chicago Tribune Media Group  November 2008 - May 2012
Michigan Avenue Magazine   2008 - 2008
Modern Luxury  July 2007 - December 2007

Skills
Fashion, Styling, Advertising, Event Planning, Public Relations, Editorial, Editing, Sales, Marketing, Sponsorship, Brand Development, Magazines, Time Management, Apparel, Facebook

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (BS), Management

Experience
ZORCH  October 2012 - Present
Law Offices of Eugene M. Cummings, P.C   June 2008 - October 2012
Sebastien Grey Clothiers  January 2012 - June 2012
Michigan Avenue Magazine   January 2011 - March 2011
Rockit Ranch Productions  November 2010 - February 2011
Addison Trail High School  June 2004 - August 2007

Skills
PowerPoint, QuickBooks, Management, Accounts Payable, Microsoft Excel, Accounting, Customer Service, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Marketing, Budgets, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Forecasting, Financial Analysis

Education
DePaul University   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Management; Sports Management concentration