Pioneer Press
Industry: Newspaper
DescriptionThe Twin Cities Pioneer Press formerly the St. Paul Pioneer Press is a newspaper based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, primarily serving the Twin Cities metropolitan area. Circulation: : 208,280 Daily; 284,507 Sunday (March 2013); Editor: Mike Burbach First issue date: 1849 Publisher: Northwest Publications People also search for: Star Tribune, City Pages, Chicago Tribune, Awards: James Beard Award for Newspaper Series Nominations: GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Newspaper Overall Coverage
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Pioneer Press Employees
Minnesota Public Radio November 2014 - Present
Internet Broadcasting May 2008 - November 2014
Pioneer Press September 2004 - April 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution May 2004 - August 2004
Star Tribune September 2003 - May 2004
The Minnesota Daily August 2002 - May 2004
Diversion May 2003 - August 2003
The Desert Sun January 2003 - May 2003
Skills
Copy Editing, Ap Style, AP Style, Journalism, Editing, Storytelling, Newspapers, Editorial, Video, Multimedia, Breaking News, Headline Writing, News Writing, Online News
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
HFMA November 2013 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times September 2012 - November 2013
GateHouse Media 2010 - 2012
Gatehouse Media February 2007 - 2010
Sun Times News Group December 2005 - February 2007
Pioneer Press March 1998 - December 2005
Lerner Newspapers 1989 - 1998
TCI 1996 - 1997
Skills
Newspaper, Advertising Sales, Digital Media, Publishing, Advertising, Magazines, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, New Media, Digital Marketing, Media Planning, Social Media, Media Relations, Newspapers, Digital Strategy, Journalism, Facebook, Copywriting, Newsletters, Multimedia, Publications, Editorial, Press Releases, Marketing, Copy Editing, Blogging, Email Marketing, News Writing, Direct Mail, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Breaking News, Online Marketing, Friendly Personality, SEM, Content Development, Media Buying, Content Strategy, Marketing Communications, Mobile Advertising, Content Management, Web Content, Online Journalism, Mobile Marketing, Social Networking, Public Relations, AP Style, Publicity, Radio, SEO
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1984 — 1989
BA, Mass Communications
Central Washington University April 2011 - Present
Pioneer Press January 2008 - April 2011
Express Employment Professionals/City of Albany July 2006 - September 2007
Olympic Health Management September 2005 - June 2006
Planned Parenthood of Central Washington September 2004 - January 2006
Sage Run Soap & Sundries May 2004 - August 2005
Amazon March 2001 - June 2004
U.S. Census Bureau -- Census Coverage Management September 2003 - May 2004
Skills
Event Planning, Public Relations, Creative Direction, Advertising, Promotions, Customer Service, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Program Management, Advertising Sales, Sales Management, Budget Management, Photography, Photo Editing, Photoshop, Staff Mentoring, Training & Development, Contract Management, Advisor, Report Writing, Project Coordination, Writing, Editing, Desktop Publishing, Press Releases, Web Design, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design, Facebook, Blogging, Leadership, Publishing, Management, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Newsletters, Publications, Creative Writing, AP Style
Education
Central Washington University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts, Advertising, Business, Communication, Photography
Bellevue Community College 1993 — 1995
Associate's degree
Illinois Policy Institute 2015 - Present
Marquette Wire May 2014 - May 2015
Illinois Review May 2012 - May 2015
The Blaze June 2014 - August 2014
RightWisconsin January 2014 - May 2014
The Marquette Tribune January 2012 - May 2014
Cor Strategies June 2011 - August 2011
Palatine Township Republican Organization October 2010 - August 2011
Pioneer Press November 2009 - August 2011
Dold for Congress June 2010 - November 2010
Skills
AP Style, Political Reporting, News Writing, Politics, Blogging, Newspapers, Journalism, Editing, Copy Editing, Editorial, Media Relations, Team Management, Team Leadership, Time Management, Follow Through
Education
Marquette University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, Journalism
The Record-Courier August 2015 - Present
Northeast Ohio Media Group October 2014 - Present
Cleveland Jewish News January 2015 - Present
ArenaFan March 2014 - Present
Lacrosse Magazine March 2012 - Present
Inside Northwestern June 2012 - Present
Pioneer Press October 2012 - Present
The MetroHealth System January 2014 - January 2015
Arena Football League October 2012 - October 2013
STATS LLC May 2013 - September 2013
Skills
Editing, Sports Writing, Childcare, Journalism, Ap Style, Copy Editing, News Writing, Newspaper, Feature Articles, Blogging, Storytelling, Social Media, Facebook, Creative Writing, Fact-checking, Press Releases, Writing, Media Relations, Publications, Magazines, Twitter
Education
Northwestern University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
Friends Seminary 2004 — 2008
Tyco Integrated Security December 2008 - Present
Tyco Integrated Security/ADT December 2008 - Present
ADT/Tyco January 2008 - December 2008
M. Block & Associates 2005 - 2008
Clipper Magazine 2002 - 2005
Robert Borg Construction Co. 2000 - 2002
Heritage Media Corporation 1999 - 2000
Pioneer Press 1995 - 1999
Skills
Alarm Systems, Surveillance, Physical Security, Security Management, CCTV, Fire Alarm, Job Estimating, Access Control, Burglar Alarm, Integrated Security..., Project Management, Account Management, Risk Assessment, Customer Service, Sales Process, Solution Selling, CRM, Cold Calling, Sales Operations
Education
University of Colorado Boulder
Marin Independent Journal July 2013 - Present
Praetorian Group December 2012 - July 2013
The Sun Journal / Havelock News 2011 - November 2012
The Daily Reflector 2010 - 2011
Marin Independent Journal 2001 - 2010
Tribune Co. 2000 - 2001
Pioneer Press 1998 - 2000
Skills
Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Online Social Networking, Community Engagement, Web Content, Web Content Management, Content Management, Content Strategy, Content Development, Project Management, Personal Branding, Journalism, Writing, Editing, Multimedia, Video, Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest, Tumblr, YouTube, Foursquare, Social Networking, Newspapers, Copy Editing, News Writing, Headline Writing, AP Style, Editorial
Education
Northwestern University 2000 — 2001
MSJ, Master of Science in Journalism
University of Oregon 1992 — 1996
BA, Journalism, History
Alanna Gordon Communications 1991 - Present
American Medical Association 1988 - 1991
American Dental Association 1985 - 1989
National-Louis University 1978 - 1985
Pioneer Press 1977 - 1977
Skills
Research, Speech Writing, Editing, Writing, Public Relations, Editorial, Higher Education, Press Releases, Media Relations, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communications, Marketing, Communication Training, Newsletters, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Copy Editing, Publications, Blogging, Web Content, Copywriting, Journalism, Content Development, Spokesperson, Internal Communications, Crisis Communications, AP Style, Publicity, Message Development, Storytelling, Publishing
Education
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, Journalism
Freelance Journalist May 2003 - Present
Association of Healthcare Journalists 2012 - Present
American Society of Journalists and Authors (ASJA) 1995 - Present
Freelance June 2003 - Present
Pioneer Press October 1998 - May 2003
Skills
Journalism, Blogging, Feature Articles, Web Content, News Writing, Television, Storytelling, Editorial, Newspaper, Ap Style, Freelance Writing, Ghostwriting, Magazine Articles, Interviews, AP Style, Copy Editing
Education
Northwestern University 1986 — 1988
Journalism
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
BA
University of Denver 1970 — 1973
BA, sociology
Radiological Society of North America October 2008 - Present
Pioneer Press 2004 - 2006
Lerner Community Newspapers 2000 - 2004
American Hospital Association 1998 - 2000
Skills
Copy Editing, Newspaper, Headline Writing, Editing, News Writing, Publications, Editorial, Breaking News, Newspapers, Media Relations, Proofreading, Press Releases, Content Development, Newsletters, Journalism, Blogging, AP Style, Publishing, Online Publishing, Feature Articles, Web Content, Fact-checking, Web Content Management, Online Journalism, Freelance Writing, InCopy, Copywriting, Ghostwriting, Storytelling, Magazines, Publicity, Facebook, Investigative Reporting, Content Strategy, Content Management, Speech Writing, Non-fiction, Associated Press style, Books, Social Media Measurement, New Media, Creative Writing, QuarkXPress, Public Relations, Sports Writing
Education
Northern Illinois University 1984 — 1987
Goodwill Easter Seals May 2010 - Present
Pioneer Press July 2005 - August 2011
Renewal by Andersen July 2003 - August 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Inspection, Equipment Repair
Education
Dakota County Technical College 2002 — 2003
Class A Truck Drivers Course, Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator
Dunwoody College of Technology 1989 — 1990
Electronic systems and radio technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Porchlight Counseling Services June 2009 - Present
Pioneer Press May 2007 - May 2009
Expect a Miracle Foundation 2006 - 2007
The Lake County Haven 2004 - 2006
Diana Newton Development 2002 - 2006
Family Service of South Lake County 1999 - 2004
The News Sun 1990 - 1999
Skills
Newspaper, Ap Style, Journalism, News Writing, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Non-profits, Editorial, Breaking News, Publications, Headline Writing, Editing, Freelance Writing, Press Releases, Newsletters, Proofreading, Blogging, Publicity, Public Speaking, Magazines, Facebook, Creative Writing, Interviews, Photography, Social Media, Newspapers, Nonprofits, AP Style, Copywriting, Public Relations, Fundraising, Web Content, Multimedia, Media Relations
Education
Northern Illinois University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
Rush University Medical Center October 2014 - Present
Reboot Illinois June 2013 - September 2014
Pioneer Press September 2012 - May 2014
Loyola USGA April 2012 - April 2013
Society of Professional Journalists - Loyola Student Chapter April 2012 - April 2013
Loyola Phoenix September 2010 - December 2012
Better Government Association May 2012 - July 2012
The Voice May 2011 - August 2011
Fox Valley Park District June 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Journalism, Copy Editing, Page Layout and Design, Editing, Writing, Layout, Sports, AP Style, Ap Style, News Writing, Blogging, Newspapers, Research, Editorial, Photography, Politics, Event Planning
Education
Northwestern University 2014 — 2015
Masterâs Degree, Higher Education Administration and Policy
Loyola University of Chicago 2009 — 2013
Bachelor's, Journalism, Political Science, History
WGN Radio AM 720 June 2015 - Present
JacoBella Jewelry June 2002 - Present
iHeartMedia May 2013 - May 2015
CBS Corporation June 2008 - May 2013
WGN Radio January 2001 - June 2006
Bonneville International June 1999 - January 2001
CBS Corporation October 1998 - June 1999
Univision Communications Inc. February 1996 - October 1998
PIONEER PRESS January 1995 - February 1996
Skills
Contract Negotiation, Radio, Digital Media, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Integrated Marketing, Broadcast, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Television, Media Relations, Facebook, Social Networking, Copywriting, Press Releases, Advertising Sales, Radio Advertising
Education
University of Kansas 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Journalism
Niles North High School 1988 — 1991
SHL Network August 2014 - Present
Pioneer Press February 2013 - Present
Trek Freight Services, LLC January 2014 - Present
22nd Century Media, LLC December 2011 - Present
It's Hip to Be Square Bakery 2012 - Present
Starbucks Coffee Company January 2005 - February 2014
High School Cube August 2012 - February 2013
Comcast Sportsnet Chicago March 2010 - May 2012
SouthtownStar August 2011 - October 2011
Chicagoist December 2010 - June 2011
Skills
Blogging, Copy Editing, Sports Writing, AP Style, Video Editing, Journalism, Editing, Social Media, Digital Media, Editorial, Feature Articles, Breaking News, Sports, Broadcast, Magazines, Facebook, Field Producing, Hockey, Baseball, Desktop Publishing, Storytelling, Lacrosse, Soccer, Editorial Writing, Profiles, Online Journalism, Sports Marketing, Wirecast, Flash Media Encoder, Baking, Sales, Television, Multimedia, Public Relations, Publishing, Broadcast Journalism, News Writing, Newspapers, Press Releases, Videography, Video Production, Video, New Media, Web Content, iMovie, Event Photography, Sports Photography
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2006 — 2010
BA, Journalism; Writing and Reporting, Sports
N. M. Productions June 2014 - Present
Video Freelancer November 2011 - Present
Century College August 2011 - Present
Pioneer Press September 2000 - February 2013
Skills
Cinematography, Film, Video Production, Editing, Final Cut Pro, Entertainment, Music, Guitar, Photography, Directing, Management, Photoshop, Premiere, Creative Writing, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Video Editing, Video, Camera, Sound, Mac, Videography, Digital Photography, DVD Studio Pro, Multimedia, Social Networking, Commercials, Film Production, Television, Post Production, Documentaries, Short Films, Feature Films, Music Videos, Screenwriting, HD Video, Media Production, Creative Direction, Broadcast, Graphic Design, Audio Engineering, Social Media, Advertising, Independent Film
Education
Century College 2011 — 2012
AAS of Video AAS of Photograghy, Video
Homeschool 2000 — 2011
ProSchools February 2013 - Present
University of Virginia 2011 - 2012
Houston Chronicle January 2008 - June 2010
The Spokesman-Review November 2005 - November 2007
MKE August 2005 - November 2005
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel June 2005 - August 2005
Columbia Missourian January 2003 - May 2005
Pioneer Press May 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Editing, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Journalism, Creative Writing, AP Style, Headline Writing, Fact-checking, Proofreading, InDesign, News Writing, Storytelling, Newspaper Design, AP style writing, Editorial, InCopy, Newspaper, QuarkXPress, Photoshop, Feature Articles, Web Content, Publications, Teaching, DTI, CCI, E-Learning, Learning Management...
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Journalism, News-Editorial (editing and design emphasis), magna cum laude
University of Virginia 2010 — 2012
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Creative Writing (fiction), summa cum laude
Life Matters Journal September 2014 - Present
Life Matters Journal March 2012 - Present
Fanning Communications, Inc. May 2014 - April 2015
Pioneer Press July 2012 - November 2014
St. Patrick Parish August 2012 - June 2014
Des Plaines History Center August 2013 - May 2014
DuPage County October 2013 - March 2014
University of Chicago Medicine January 2013 - June 2013
Community Support Services June 2008 - January 2013
The Dominican Star June 2011 - April 2012
Skills
Journalism, Editing, Copy Editing, AP Style, News Writing, Proofreading, Social Media, Blogging, Fact-checking, Nonprofits, Data Entry, Academic Tutoring, WordPress, Photoshop, Internal Communications, Microsoft Office 2010, Receptionist Duties, Italian, Microsoft Office, Blogger, Photography, Resume Writing, Writing, Press Releases, Newsletters, Public Relations, Publications, Magazines
Education
Dominican University 2008 — 2012
B.A., Journalism
Lyons Township High School 2004 — 2008
Rocky Mount Telegram August 2014 - Present
The Daily Northwestern September 2010 - June 2014
Pioneer Press September 2012 - May 2014
Miami Herald Media Company January 2014 - March 2014
Campus Insiders June 2013 - December 2013
Sullivan & Worcester LLP June 2012 - August 2012
The Gazette June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Storytelling, Editing, Blogging, Journalism, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, AP Style, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Sports Reporting, CMS, Video, Publications, Headline Writing, News Writing, Page Design, Page Layout, Designing, Copy Editing
Education
Northwestern University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science, Journalism, 3.53
CHARLES E. SMITH JEWISH DAY SCHOOL 1998 — 2010
The Kring Group December 2007 - Present
The Kring Group April 2011 - Present
PICTURE THIS Projects 1993 - Present
Chicago Photography Center July 2010 - September 2010
Association for Women Journalists-Chicago January 2008 - February 2010
Illinois Institute of Technology October 2006 - December 2007
Community Media Workshop May 2003 - September 2006
Pioneer Press 2001 - 2003
Panoramic Images 1999 - 2000
Rockford Register Star 1998 - 1999
Skills
Photography, Editing, Media Strategy, Journalism, Strategic Communications, Writing, Photojournalism, Community Building, Editorial, Media Relations, Newspapers, Magazines, Portrait Photography, Social Media Marketing, AP Style, Newsletters, Nonprofits, Copy Editing, Facebook, Content Development, Publications, Press Releases, Publicity, Storytelling, Blogging, Copywriting, Web Content, Interviews, News Writing, Social Media, New Media, Digital Media, Training, Marketing, Research, Producing, Art Direction, Feature Articles, Public Speaking, Portraits, Publishing, Public Relations, Creative Direction, Corporate Communications, Networking, Content Strategy, Digital Photography, Multimedia, Non-profits, Content Management
Education
Ohio University 1997 — 1998
Didn't quite complete my Masters work, in Photo Editing, Design, Journalism, Fashion Photography
Columbia College Chicago 1989 — 1991
Photojournalism
Northern Illinois University 1980 — 1985
Bachelor of Art, Photography and Design
Niles North 1976 — 1980
Art and Science
Village of Mount Prospect February 2014 - Present
DevLinks, LTD April 2013 - February 2014
Pioneer Press April 2012 - December 2012
Legend Investments May 2008 - April 2012
Skills
Writing, Editing, HTML, CSS, Microsoft Word, Photoshop, QuickBooks
Education
Miami University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Happy Camp News 2010 - Present
Scott Valley Views newspaper 1910 - Present
Pioneer Press March 1997 - July 2010
CareAlot Child & Family Resources August 1988 - June 1992
Northwest Wisc Technical College July 1985 - July 1988
Skills
Public Speaking, Blogging, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Editing, Press Releases, Desktop Publishing, Writing, Education, Event Planning, Project Management, News Writing
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
no, Early Childhood & Outdoor Education
Suburban Life Media October 2012 - Present
Pioneer Press June 2012 - October 2012
Northwest Herald November 2007 - June 2012
The Beaufort Gazette January 2006 - November 2007
The Times of Northwest Indiana April 2003 - December 2005
The Times-News November 2001 - April 2003
The Post-Star September 1997 - November 2001
Skills
AP Style, Copy Editing, Editing, News Writing, Journalism, Feature Articles, Editorial, Newspapers, Blogging, Storytelling
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology
O'Shea Builders 2013 - Present
Write On Command 1998 - 2013
Springfield Business Journal 2006 - 2010
National Safety Council 1996 - 1998
Pioneer Press 1993 - 1996
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1989 — 1993
Bachelor Degree, Journalism
National University of Ireland, Galway
International Writers Course
Self-employed March 2015 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times 1998 - 2015
Pioneer Press 1995 - 1998
Northwest Herald 1988 - 1994
Skills
Editorial, Copy Editing, AP Style, News Writing, Newspapers, Journalism, Feature Articles, Blogging, Publications, Storytelling, Headline Writing, SEO, Web Content Management, WordPress, Microsoft Word, Photoshop, QuarkXPress, DTI, ATEX, InDesign
Education
Bradley University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English, Music
RA Editorial Enterprises 1996 - Present
Tribune Newspapers 2001 - Present
UIC Center for Clinical and Translational Science 2012 - 2013
Academy of General Dentistry May 1988 - June 2011
Health Education Enterprises November 1996 - 2011
University of Illinois at Chicago 1991 - 1996
Pioneer Press June 1989 - October 1991
American Dental Association May 1985 - June 1989
Daily Southtown February 1980 - June 1985
The Daily Egyptian September 1976 - May 1978
Skills
Copy Editing, Journalism, Newsletters, Writing, Blogging, Public Relations, White Papers, Food, Housewares, Health Sciences, Editing, Publications, Press Releases, Media Relations, Editorial, Magazines, Public Speaking, New Media, Publishing, Freelance Writing, Newspapers, News Writing, Interviews, AP Style, Books, Web Content, Social Media, Television, Proofreading, Copywriting, Content Development, Advertising, Online Journalism, Content Management, Publicity, Fact-checking, Breaking News, Content Strategy, Speech Writing, Broadcast, Headline Writing, Creative Writing, Ghostwriting, Web Editing, Magazine Articles, Non-fiction, Investigative Reporting, Travel Writing, Marketing Copy, Web Content Management
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1975 — 1978
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
New York Magazine March 2014 - Present
New York Magazine December 2013 - September 2014
New York Magazine November 2013 - June 2014
Chicago Magazine January 2013 - May 2013
Ten Thousand Ripples/Changing Worlds August 2012 - May 2013
KBIA Public Radio March 2012 - July 2012
European Youth Forum May 2011 - July 2011
Columbia Missourian August 2010 - December 2010
Tribune Interactive June 2010 - August 2010
Pioneer Press June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Feature Writing, Copy Editing, Digital Photography, InDesign, Photoshop, Social Media, AP Style, Adobe Creative Suite, Ap Style, Feature Articles, Final Cut Pro, Blogging, Proofreading, Facebook, Editing, Magazines, Newspapers, Journalism
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Journalism, Magazine Journalism
RL Canning Inc. August 2015 - Present
Concept Schools September 2013 - Present
Resurrection College Prep High School August 2013 - Present
Wrigley Field Enterprises April 2013 - October 2014
WTTW11 "Check, Please!" November 2012 - May 2013
Pioneer Press September 2012 - May 2013
WTTW June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
ProTrack, Advertising, Broadcast, Public Relations, Sports, Social Media, Time Management, Social Networking, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking
Education
Dominican University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism and Communications, Graduated
Dominican University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
Shaw Media April 2014 - Present
Sun-Times Media May 2013 - April 2014
Sun-Times Media- West June 2008 - April 2013
Sun Times News Group 2006 - 2007
Pioneer Press 2002 - 2005
Skills
Advertising, Online Marketing, Media Planning, Online Advertising, Account Management, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Newspapers, Marketing, Digital Media, Magazines, Social Media, New Media, Advertising Sales, Journalism, Publishing, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Copywriting, Media Relations, Marketing Communications, B2B, Mobile Marketing, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2000 — 2002
Advertising, Marketing
Lutheran General Hospital, Adult Down’s Syndrome Clinic June 2012 - July 2012
Lutheran General Hospital June 2012 - July 2012
North Shore University Hospital June 2010 - August 2010
North Shore University Hospital June 2010 - August 2010
Lutheran General Hospital June 2009 - August 2009
Pioneer Press June 2009 - August 2009
Shaare Zedek Hospital January 2009 - June 2009
Claremont Rehabilitation Center January 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Healthcare, Community Outreach, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Research, Teaching, Non-profits, Pediatrics, Oncology, Cpr Certified, Fundraising, Tutoring, Editing, Event Planning
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology, General
Yeshiva University 2008 — 2011
Jewish Melting Pot.com November 2013 - Present
eBusinesWriter.com January 2012 - Present
Indian Trails Public Library District January 2011 - January 2012
WCPT - am/fm February 2009 - January 2010
Pioneer Press November 1998 - January 2009
Creative Crossroads December 1989 - March 1997
Sears, Roebuck and Co. April 1970 - December 1989
Skills
Public Relations, Advertising, Email Marketing, Account Management, Advertising Sales, Online Advertising, Copywriting, Online Marketing, Writing, Press Releases, Radio, Newspaper, Marketing Communications, Web Design
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science, Marketing - Communications
pioneer press June 2003 - Present
cicero-berwyn life October 1989 - June 2003
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
BoA, communications
Harle Family House January 2013 - Present
Tina Harle Photography June 2010 - Present
Tina Jean Photography May 2006 - November 2011
Des Moines Register April 2010 - June 2011
Pioneer Press October 2006 - August 2009
Cheesecake Factory January 2001 - September 2006
Skills
Wedding Photography, Graphic Design, Event Photography, Photojournalism, Portrait Photography, Newspapers, Photography, Digital Photography, Image Editing, Photos, Journalism, Portraits, Mac
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2003 — 2006
BFA, Photography
Elgin Community College 1999 — 2002
Associates of Arts, Photography
thesportspost.com January 2013 - Present
Columbia College Chicago January 1995 - Present
Daily Herald 1994 - Present
Chicago Headline Club, SPJ 2003 - 2005
American Marketing Association August 1989 - February 1994
Pioneer Press 1977 - 1994
Cahners Publishing 1984 - 1989
Lerner-Life Newspapers 1987 - 1988
Skills
Journalism, Copy Editing, Teaching, Photography, Sports, Publishing, Editing, Writing, Media Relations, Newspaper, Social Media, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Research, Event Planning, Multimedia, Blogging, Press Releases, Magazines, Copywriting, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Newspapers, Radio, Broadcast, Broadcast Journalism, AP Style, Creative Writing, Social Networking, News Writing, WordPress, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, Investigative Reporting, New Media, Marketing, Publications, Publicity, Sports Writing, Final Cut Pro, Fact-checking, Breaking News, Headline Writing, Storytelling, Editorial, Newsletters, Web Content, Strategic Communications, Freelance Writing, Proofreading
Education
Northern Illinois University 1972 — 1974
M.A., Journalism
University at Albany, SUNY 1968 — 1972
B.A., History
Beyond the Beltway with Bruce DuMont August 2010 - Present
C-SPAN August 2006 - Present
Various Publishers June 2001 - Present
CBS Radio October 2010 - January 2012
WPP March 2008 - April 2009
Jane Addams Hull House Association December 2007 - March 2008
NorthWest News Group August 2004 - December 2007
Pioneer Press June 1998 - June 2001
Chicago Tribune Media Group February 1998 - May 1998
The New York Times October 1995 - June 1997
Skills
Journalism, Blogging, Social Media, Media Relations, Copy Editing, Newsletters, Storytelling, Press Releases, Editing, News Writing, Newspapers, Editorial, Proofreading, Ap Style, Research, Breaking News, Feature Articles, Broadcast, Facebook, New Media, Radio, Newspaper, Politics, Television, Interviews, Content Management, News, Magazines, Project Planning, Project Management, Pitching Stories, Fact-checking, Talk Radio, Broadcast Journalism, Broadcast Production, Online News, Talk Show, Radio Production, Sports, Sports History, Baseball, Community Journalism
Education
University of Iowa
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism and Mass Communication; Political Science
ECM Publishers/Sun Media - Publisher of 49 Community Newspapers & Websites July 2013 - Present
Outdoor News 2006 - July 2013
MORI Research 2006 - 2006
Pioneer Press 2001 - 2006
Denver Post 1999 - 2001
Star Tribune 1993 - 1999
Moore Data Management Services 1988 - 1993
Skills
Advertising, SEO, Integrated Marketing, Direct Marketing, Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Management, Market Research, Media Planning, Publishing, Sales&Marketing, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Management, Team Building, Trade Shows, Business Development, Online Advertising, Marketing Communications, Media Buying, Sales, Digital Media, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, Advertising Sales, Social Media, Email Marketing, Training, CRM, Lead Generation, Sales Management, Marketing Research, Newsletters, Copywriting, B2B, Online Marketing
Education
University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business 1990 — 1995
MBA, Marketing
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1980 — 1985
BS, Business Education
Nosco December 2012 - Present
JohnsByrne February 2011 - November 2012
Schiele Graphics / Repro Graphics 1989 - 2005
Pioneer Press 1986 - 1989
Artner / Sherman Graphics 1984 - 1986
Skills
Offset Printing, Pre-press, Die Cutting, Customer Service, Packaging, Folding Cartons, Digital Printing, Flexo, Color Management, B2B, Variable Data Printing, Sales, Account Management, Direct Mail, Print Management, Purchasing, Labels, Wide Format Printing
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology 1980 — 1984
Bachelors, Printing Management
Northwestern Memorial HealthCare January 2013 - Present
Chicago Tribune April 2009 - January 2013
The Doings - Pioneer Press June 2006 - April 2009
22nd Century Media June 2006 - July 2006
The Columbia Chronicle (Columbia College Chicago) September 2003 - May 2006
The Chicago Reporter May 2005 - August 2005
Pioneer Press May 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Ap Style, Newspaper, Journalism, News Writing, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Breaking News, Fact-checking, Editorial, Online Journalism, Blogging, Investigative Reporting, Headline Writing, Feature Articles, Editing, Magazines, Proofreading, Web Content, New Media
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism, 3.87/4.0 GPA
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater 2002 — 2003
Journalism
Chicago Parent Magazine February 2005 - Present
Pioneer Press 2002 - 2005
IVI Travel 1989 - 1992
Skills
Journalist, Photographer, Editor, Magazines, Editing, Newspaper, News Writing, Editorial, Feature Articles, Publications, Journalism, Newspapers, Web Content, Copy Editing, Public Relations, Publishing, Photography, Marketing Communications, Freelance Writing, Newsletters, AP Style, Storytelling, Press Releases, Copywriting, Proofreading, Content Management, Media Relations
Education
University of Northern Iowa
Bachelor of Arts, English/Journalism
Plainfield Community Consolidated School District November 2006 - Present
Plainfield Sun newspaper 1998 - 2009
St. Charles School District #303 September 2001 - November 2006
Illinois State Board of Education November 1996 - September 2001
Pioneer Press June 1992 - November 1996
Beacon News newspaper May 1988 - May 1992
Herald News 1986 - 1988
Skills
Crisis Communications, Media Relations, Newspaper, Journalism, Feature Articles, Marketing, Newspapers, Public Relations, Press Releases, Public Speaking, Strategic Communications, Newsletters, Event Planning, Storytelling, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Speech Writing, Community Development, Internal Communications, Publicity, Editing, Copy Editing, Publications, Spokesperson, AP Style
Education
Lewis University 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
OnCourse Learning August 2015 - Present
OnCourse Learning July 2013 - Present
Chicago Tribune Media Group May 2012 - May 2014
Wheels, Inc. February 2013 - April 2013
gyro February 2009 - April 2012
Fergus Peters Group May 1999 - January 2009
Pioneer Press May 1992 - May 1999
Skills
Media Relations, Public Relations, Project Coordination, Editorial Project..., Project Implementation, Press Releases, Competitive Analysis, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Proofreading, Copywriting, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Newsletters
Education
Roosevelt University
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
Frank Lloyd Wright Trust July 2012 - Present
ALB Enterprises January 2009 - July 2012
Pioneer Press October 2004 - August 2008
Pioneer Press August 1994 - October 2004
Daily Herald October 1991 - July 1994
Skills
AP Style, Editing, Multimedia, Writing, Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, Public Relations, HTML, Copy Editing, Journalism, Press Releases, Social Media
Education
Elgin Community College
Certificate. Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design
Northwestern University
Certificate in Writing, Journalism
Roosevelt University
Master of Science, Integrated Marketing Communications
University of Michigan
Bachelor of General Studies, Film, Art History
emedia April 2014 - Present
A&A Marketing July 2012 - April 2014
A&A Marketing November 2011 - April 2014
A&A Marketing April 2011 - April 2014
Pioneer Press April 2008 - January 2011
NAVTEQ December 2007 - April 2008
Pioneer Press Newspapers September 2007 - April 2008
Skills
Interviews, Ap Style, Breaking News, Newspapers, News Writing, AP Style, Feature Articles, Copy Editing
Education
Iowa State University 2003 — 2007
English
Precision Laboratories, Inc. July 2012 - Present
Giftco Inc., Vernon Hills, IL November 2003 - February 2011
American Hotel Register Co., Vernon Hills, IL November 1999 - November 2003
Pioneer Press October 1989 - December 1999
Courtesy Graphics June 1987 - October 1989
Sun-Times News Group October 1983 - June 1987
Skills
Brochures, QuarkXPress, Marketing, Advertising, Logo Design, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Marketing Strategy, InDesign, Layout, Newsletters, Catalogs, Illustration, Customer Service, Mac, Graphics, Photography, SEO, Creative Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Copywriting, Typography, Print Management, Product Design, Adobe Acrobat, Digital Printing, Sales, Integrated Marketing, Social Media, Posters, Corporate Identity, Web Design, Email Marketing, Magazines, Fashion, Visual Communication, Photoshop, Branding & Identity, Corporate Branding, Brand Development
Education
Illinois State University 1980 — 1983
Bachelors, Bachelor of Science in Visual Communication
Bethany Press International July 2014 - Present
Bethany Press International August 2013 - August 2014
Bethany Press International August 2011 - August 2014
Eagle Ridge Academy July 2009 - July 2013
Bethany Press International June 2006 - August 2011
Lamplighters International 2006 - 2011
Grace Church 1994 - 2008
Pioneer Press 1997 - 1997
Sun Newspapers 1992 - 1996
Austin Daily Herald 1990 - 1992
Skills
Strategic Planning, Operations Management, Sales Management, Organizational Change, IT Management, Non-profit..., Publishing, Customer Service, Change Management, Process Improvement, Leadership Development, Business Development, Leadership, Program Management, Strategy, Management, Team Leadership, CRM, Budgets, Training, Product Management, Retail, Social Media, Sales, New Business Development, B2B, Coaching, Advertising, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Team Building, Entrepreneurship, Public Speaking, Strategic Partnerships, Enterprise Software, Account Management, Marketing Communications
Education
Michigan Technological University 1982 — 1988
BS, Business Administration
Pioneer Press 1997 - Present
Kimberly Productions 1984 - Present
Elgin Opera November 2011 - October 2013
Elgin Opera Training and Performing Ensemble October 2010 - November 2011
Barrington United Methodist Church January 2000 - October 2010
Skills
Lyric Coloratura Soprano, Producer, Writer-Editor, Singing, Production, Television, Press Releases, Lyrics, Fundraising, Musical Theatre, Creative Writing, Event Planning, Music, Commercials, Vocal, Choral, Opera, Copywriting, Performing Arts, Radio, Broadcast, Journalism, Editing
Education
Northwestern University
Master of Arts, Radio, TV, Film - School of Speech/Communication
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Arts, Dual Major - Theatre Arts (Radio, TV, Film) and English
Caterpillar Inc. May 2012 - Present
Caterpillar Inc. January 2008 - May 2012
Pioneer Press May 2007 - January 2008
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Media Relations, Marketing, Facebook, Newsletters, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Web Content Management, Trade Shows, Journalism, Adobe Creative Suite, Newspaper, Public Relations, InDesign, Newspapers, Graphic Design, Content Marketing
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
IMEDIA STRATEGIX.COM February 2008 - December 2013
Johnson Publishing Company February 2001 - December 2007
Johnson Publishing Company February 2001 - December 2006
Chicago Defender Publishing Co 2000 - 2001
Alliance News Wire Service 1999 - 2000
Pioneer Press March 1999 - September 1999
City News Breau January 1996 - March 1999
City News Bureau 1996 - 1999
City News Bureau 1996 - 1999
Skills
QuarkXPress, InDesign, Microsoft Office, Editing, Writing, Editorial, Publications, Magazines, Layout, Blogging, Copywriting, Publishing, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Social Media, Research, Photoshop, Non-fiction, Books, Creative Writing, Stories, Journalism, Media Relations, Newsletters, HTML, Word, Digital Media, Press Releases, SEO, Marketing Communications, Entertainment, Fiction, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Illustrator
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1990 — 1993
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Lincoln University (MO) 1987 — 1989
Psychology, Journalism
Park Ridge Recreation And Park District June 2015 - Present
Moraine Valley Community College September 2014 - Present
Thirteenth Inning Productions August 2013 - Present
Eisenhower Public Library April 2013 - Present
Apple August 2006 - August 2009
Pioneer Press May 2000 - April 2006
Naperville Sun May 1987 - June 1997
Skills
Photoshop, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Final Cut Pro, Video Editing, Creative Writing, Adobe Creative Suite, Editing, Blogging, Mac, Copywriting, Photography, Facebook, Social Networking, WordPress, Pages, Keynote, iWeb, Movie Magic Budgeting, Screenwriter, Scrivener, Soundtrack Pro, Pro Tools, iMovie, iDVD, Apple Motion, Garageband, Dreamweaver, Apple Color, iPhoto, Twitter, Pinterest, Meetup, YouTube, My Space, LiveJournal, Vimeo, HootSuite, Google Plus+, Television, Screenwriting, Theatre, Advertising, iWork
Education
Savannah College of Art and Design 2009 — 2012
MFA in Dramatic Writing
DePaul University 2007 — 2009
College of DuPage 2003 — 2005
Associate in Applied Science, Multimedia Video, I earned honors.
Eastern Illinois University 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism
American Association of Insurance Services November 1994 - Present
Moebs $ervices August 1991 - November 1994
US League of Savings Institutions February 1990 - August 1991
Pioneer Press February 1984 - February 1990
DMS, Inc. (defunct) September 1981 - January 1984
Skills
Corporate Communications, Leadership, Management, CRM, Web Content, Publications, Insurance, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Executive Management, Commercial Lines, Process Improvement, Magazines, Media Relations, Commercial Insurance, Risk Management, Professional Liability, Property & Casualty..., Program Management
Education
American Institute for CPCU 1995 — 1999
Designation, Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter
Insurance Institute of America 1995 — 1997
Designation, Associate in Research and Planning
The University of Connecticut 1978 — 1980
M.A.
Sacred Heart University 1974 — 1978
B.A.
Scranton Gillette Communications, Inc. February 2013 - Present
Researcher/Analyst with Euromonitor International February 2009 - March 2011
RK Public Relations November 2008 - August 2010
Brandweek 1998 - 2008
Faulkner & Gray 1997 - 1998
Thomson Media (now SourceMedia) 1997 - 1998
The Times of Northwest Indiana 1995 - 1997
Pioneer Press 1990 - 1993
Pioneer Press 1990 - 1993
Skills
Blogging, Press Releases, Editorial, Public Relations, Editing, Magazines, Storytelling, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Social Networking, Digital Marketing, Publishing, Newspapers, Online Marketing, Strategy
Education
Millikin University
B.A., American Studies
Northwestern University
M.S., Journalism
KARE 11 April 2015 - Present
Pioneer Press 2004 - Present
St. Paul Pioneer Press 2004 - Present
Skills
Newspaper, Photography, Video, Editing, Copy Editing, design, Web Design, Illustration, Documentary Photography, documentary video, Blogging, Social Media, Ping Pong, Tasty Beer Drinking, Print Layout, Deadline Driven, Creative Writing, Creative Solutions, Creative Writer, Creative Services
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology 1996 — 2000
Bachelor's degree
University of Arkansas 1995 — 1996
Fox Valley Glass August 2015 - Present
State Farm February 2014 - Present
All Parts Inc. February 2006 - May 2009
Pioneer Press January 2001 - February 2004
Skills
Sales, Auto Glass Replacement, Photography, Customer Service, Management, Marketing, Tinting, Journalism, Hockey, Insurance, Editing, Web Design, Replacement Windows, Sales Management, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Leadership, Event Management
Education
Kaplan University
Property/Casualty/Health/Life Liscense, Insurance
Pro Tools Digital Recording 2003 — 2004
Various Classes, Music Production, Web Design
Harper College 2001 — 2004
Various Classes, Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Schaumburg High School 1998 — 2001
Honors Awards, Journalism
Winsight, LLC August 2015 - Present
Just Wine June 2015 - Present
Patch June 2010 - August 2015
Chicago Tribune April 2008 - May 2010
Pioneer Press 2006 - 2008
The Argus-Press 2006 - 2006
The Roswell Daily Record 2004 - 2006
The Grand Rapids Press 2004 - 2004
The State News (East Lansing, Mich.) 2001 - 2004
Erie Times-News 2003 - 2003
Skills
Editing, Ap Style, Storytelling, Newspaper, Social Media, AP Style, Newspapers, Multimedia, Editorial, Blogging, Digital Media, Facebook, SEO, Copy Editing, Social Media Marketing, New Media, Digital Marketing, Web Content, Social Networking, Google Analytics, Content Strategy, Internal Communications, Email Marketing, Video, Photography, Creative Direction, News Writing, Content Management, Feature Articles
Education
Michigan State University 2000 — 2004
Bachelors, Journalism with a specialization in business
Michigan State University (East Lansing, Mich.), Lowell High School (Lowell, Mich.) 2000 — 2004
Bachelor's degree
Fusion Church February 2013 - Present
Self Employed June 2010 - Present
Pioneer Press 2008 - 2008
World Journalism Institute 2008 - 2008
Skills
Blogging, Social Media, Writing, Public Relations, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Social Networking, Editing, Event Planning, Public Speaking
Education
Trinity International University 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, English/Communications
World Journalism Institute 2008 — 2008
Cima NanoTech May 2015 - Present
Small Nonprofit June 2014 - February 2015
City of St. Paul July 2013 - June 2014
Local Nonprofit October 2012 - July 2013
Face to Face Health and Counseling April 2011 - September 2012
City of Maplewood, MN November 2006 - July 2008
Various Nonprofit Organizations June 2003 - November 2006
State of Minnesota August 1986 - June 2003
Pioneer Press 1979 - 1986
Skills
Grant Writing, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Grants, Time Management, Nonprofits, Employee Relations, Human Resources, Annual Giving, Fundraisers, Microsoft Office, Raiser's Edge, Event Planning, Accounts Receivable, Philanthropy, Office Administration, Donor Research, GiftWorks, State Government, Project Coordination, Budget Monitoring, 10 Key, Data Entry, Confidentiality, Accurate Data Entry, Newsletters, Customer Service
Education
Century College 1979 — 1996
Associate's Degree, Business Administration, 3.70
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point 1977 — 1978
No degree, General Requirements
LDS Church October 1985 - Present
First National Bank of Niles July 1981 - October 1985
Pioneer Press July 1981 - October 1985
Skills
Journalism, Communications, Italian
Education
Brigham Young University 1975 — 1979
Bachelor of Arts, Communications
Niles West High School 1971 — 1975
General, General
Pioneer Press October 2014 - Present
CVS January 2012 - Present
Wal-Mart October 2007 - January 2012
Skills
Paralegals, Legal Assistance, Typing, Pharmacy Technicians, Management
Education
Metropolitan State University 2013 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, English Language and Literature/Letters
Inver Hills Community College 2009 — 2013
Paralegal Certification, Legal Studies, General
AbbVie October 2013 - Present
AbbVie March 2013 - October 2013
Motorola Mobility December 2003 - March 2013
Bank One May 2002 - December 2003
Underwriters Laboratories April 1999 - May 2002
Tenneco Packaging March 1998 - April 1999
Pioneer Press May 1995 - March 1998
Skills
Internal Communications, Executive Communications, Corporate Social..., Crisis Communications, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Messaging, Thought Leadership, Integrated Marketing, Crisis Management, Social Media, Technical Writing, Cross-functional Team..., Product Marketing, Employee Engagement, Strategic Partnerships, Content Management, Executive-level..., Communication Training, Leadership, Communications Planning, Competitive Analysis, Content Development, Project Planning, Mobile Devices, Strategy, Newsletters, Brand Management
Education
Northern Illinois University 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts, Major: Journalism, Minor: English
Serenity Staffing February 2015 - Present
Southwest Newspapers December 2012 - January 2015
Human Resources Professionals of Minnesota January 2013 - December 2014
Human Resources Professionals of Minnesota July 2010 - December 2012
Ad Strategies July 2002 - November 2012
Pioneer Press August 2001 - July 2002
Careerbuilder (Knight Ridder Digital) January 2001 - August 2001
Star Tribune April 1990 - January 2001
Skills
Human Resources, Marketing, Applicant Tracking..., Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Employee Engagement, HRIS, Building Relationships, Temporary Placement, Advertising, Employer Branding, Networking, Sales, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Online Advertising, Employee Benefits, CRM, Management, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Sourcing, Budgets, Training
Education
St. Cloud State University 1981 — 1985
BS, Marketing
Simley High School
72Point Ltd September 2014 - Present
Inside Edge: Public Relations & Media Services October 1999 - Present
Matt Baron: Freelance Writer October 1999 - December 2005
The Courier News of Elgin February 1991 - March 1999
Pioneer Press August 1990 - December 1990
Skills
Public Relations, Social Media, Newsletters, Media Studies, Ghostwriting, Marketing Strategy, Videography, Biography, Media Relations, Press Releases, Blogging, Journalism, Copywriting, Marketing, Crisis Communications, Editorial, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Publicity, Editing, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Facebook, Publications, Television, Internal Communications, Corporate Communications, Strategy, Strategic Communications, Web Content, Speech Writing, Content Development, AP Style, Copy Editing, Newspapers
Education
Northwestern University 1986 — 1990
Journalism, Journalism, History, Political Science, Sociology
Marshfield High 1982 — 1986
National High School Institute (Cherubs) 1985 — 1985
Journalism
Freelance Developer April 2014 - Present
wgeorgescreative.com January 2007 - Present
Zoro US November 2014 - February 2015
Neat-Oh! International, LLC November 2013 - December 2013
New Horizon Inurance February 2010 - January 2012
Rick Levin & Associates September 2009 - February 2010
American Family Insurance September 2007 - September 2009
Wells Lamont January 2001 - April 2007
Display Signs & Design December 1998 - December 2000
Pioneer Press November 1997 - December 1998
Skills
InDesign, Art Direction, Advertising, Marketing, Mac, Microsoft Word, Digital Photography, Microsoft Excel, Creative Writing, Time Management, Sales, Management, Graphic Design, Magazines, Web Design, Photoshop, Inventory Management, Federal Government, Art, Microsoft Office
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1989 — 1993
B.S, Illustration and Design
ShimDawg Press October 2010 - Present
ShimDawg Press October 2010 - Present
Sidelines December 2013 - October 2014
HALFSTACK MAGAZINE August 2014 - September 2014
Jam Bands Online (Online Music Site; Part of Relix Family) March 2012 - August 2014
Journal & Topics Newspapers August 2008 - September 2012
What's Happening! Community Newspapers February 2012 - February 2012
Pioneer Press August 2010 - December 2010
CSL Insider January 2010 - April 2010
Doc's Sports November 2004 - February 2009
Skills
Creative Writer, Reporter, Poetry, Writing, Newspaper, Books, Sports, Blogging, Journalism, Stories, Creative Writing, Editing, Publishing, Proofreading, Short Stories, Newspapers, Web Content, Storytelling, Publications, AP Style, Editorial, Online Journalism, Freelance Writing, Magazines
Education
Naropa University 2000 — 2008
Master's Degree, Creative Writing, A+
Central Oregon Community College 1999 — 2000
1 year certification, Wilderness Studies, A+
Lake Forest College 1999 — 1999
One Year of Credit, Literature
Brewster Academy 1997 — 1998
Post-Grad Year Graduated, English Language and Literature/Letters, A+
Deerfield High School 1993 — 1997
High School, Diploma, A+
North Adams SteepleCats February 2015 - August 2015
isportsweb.com 2013 - 2015
isportsweb.com 2013 - 2015
Pioneer Press September 2014 - October 2014
Chicago Sun Times 2013 - September 2014
Columbia Chronicle January 2013 - May 2013
Skills
Copy Editing, WordPress, Fact-checking, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Japanese, Radio Broadcasting, Writing, Sports Writing, AP Style, Public Address..., WordPad, Public Speaking, Sports Enthusiast, Twitter, Journalism, Editing, Social Media, Storytelling, Blogging, News Writing, Press Releases
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
Jellyvision June 2015 - Present
StayWell July 2011 - June 2015
Freelance December 2010 - April 2013
Sun-Times Media July 2006 - July 2011
The Quincy Herald-Whig September 2004 - June 2006
The Columbia Missourian January 2003 - May 2004
Pioneer Press May 2003 - August 2003
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2000 — 2004
Journalism, Journalism / Sociology
Tiger Oak Publications October 2009 - Present
Liz Potasek May 2008 - Present
Metropolitan Media Group October 2006 - May 2008
Gannett News Service January 2006 - February 2008
St. Cloud Times April 2002 - September 2006
Pioneer Press September 2001 - March 2002
Minnesota Daily January 2001 - January 2002
WCCO-TV 1999 - 1999
Skills
Writing, Editing, Online Communications, Social Media, Magazines, InDesign, Project Management, Event Planning, Blogging, Publications, Storytelling, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Freelance Writing, AP Style, Copywriting, Journalism, Editorial, Publishing
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1998 — 2002
B.A., Journalism, International Relations and Spanish
22nd Century Media LLC October 2010 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times December 2008 - October 2010
Greenspring Media January 2005 - December 2008
North Shore Magazine February 1996 - December 2004
Pioneer Press 1992 - 2004
Don Tech 1990 - 1992
Skills
Newspaper, Social Media, Advertising, Public Relations, Magazines, Facebook, Advertising Sales, Blogging, Newspapers, Press Releases, Online Advertising, Publishing, SEM, Social Media Marketing, Editorial, Copywriting, Media Relations, Email Marketing, Newsletters, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Digital Media, Publications, New Media, Photography, Editing, Social Networking, Copy Editing, SEO, Sales Management
Education
University of Colorado Boulder 1984 — 1989
Bachelor's Degree, American Studies
New Trier High School 1979 — 1983
High School
Writing and reporting for JUF News and other Chicago area publications March 2015 - Present
Digital Professional Institute June 2015 - September 2015
Startup Institute January 2015 - March 2015
Chicago Public Schools September 2005 - March 2015
Jewish Federation Communications Department June 2000 - January 2002
National Safety Council June 2000 - August 2001
I-Works, Inc June 1998 - June 2000
OWPP (Now Cannon Design) 1997 - 1998
Pioneer Press November 1993 - January 1997
Skills
Public Speaking, Research, Fundraising, Journalism, Curriculum Design, Editing, Public Relations, Literacy, Tutoring, Integrating Technology..., Leadership, Event Planning, Management, Classroom Instruction, Communications, News Writing, Web Content Management, Team Leadership, Collaborative Leadership, Nonprofits, Communication, Digital Marketing, MailChimp
Education
DePaul University 2002 — 2006
Master of Education, Secondary Education - English
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Arts Degree, English; Spanish, High Distinction in English
The Associates Group April 2015 - Present
Federal Prep Inc. May 2015 - Present
Act-On Software, Inc. July 2014 - February 2015
Sun-Times Media February 2010 - July 2014
Pioneer Press July 2009 - February 2010
The Doings/Sun-Times Media August 2008 - July 2009
Sun-Times News Group September 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Newspaper, Advertising, Digital Media, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Copywriting, Press Releases, Media Planning, Media Relations, Newspapers, Advertising Sales, Marketing, Cold Calling, New Media, Sales, Digital Strategy, Editing
Education
University of Kansas 2002 — 2006
BS, Journalism
Universidad de Granada 2005 — 2006
Robins Kaplan LLP July 2014 - Present
Target.com October 2010 - July 2014
Medtronic, Inc April 2005 - June 2010
Pro-Staff Consulting 2003 - 2005
Pioneer Press January 2000 - January 2003
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Project Management, Analysis, Marketing, Management, Email Marketing, Event Management, Market Research, SEO, Digital Marketing, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Content Management, Adobe Creative Suite, User Experience, Editing, Internet, Content Planning, HTML, Standardization, eCommunications, E-commerce, Editorial, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Visual Basic, Dreamweaver, Sitecore
Education
Capella University 2008 — 2011
BA, Business Administration
NEI College of Technology 2000 — 2002
AAS, Information Technology
closerlook, inc. September 2014 - Present
Get My Mac On November 2011 - September 2014
Publicis Groupe September 2012 - December 2012
Energy BBDO May 2012 - June 2012
Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory FERMILAB September 2010 - June 2011
Apple Retail May 2010 - September 2010
Pioneer Press February 2009 - February 2009
PEPID March 2006 - October 2006
Skills
iPhone, iPhone Support, iPad, Mac, Mac OS, Mac OS X, Macintosh hardware, Windows, Windows 7, VMware, Technical Support, OS X, Casper Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Macintosh Applications, Windows 8, Hackintosh, Linux, VirtualBox, Parallels, Troubleshooting, Active Directory, Laptops, XP, Network Administration, Microsoft Exchange, Operating Systems, System Deployment, Networking, iOS, Wireless Networking, Cloud Computing, Windows XP, Hardware, Software Installation, VPN, Security, Integration, Help Desk Support, Network Security, Firewalls, Customer Service, Microsoft Office
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Print Journalism
Mundelein High School 1999 — 2003
Freelance Writer April 2000 - Present
St. Matthew Catholic Church- Corona, CA 2013 - 2014
Cassidian Communications, Inc. an EADS North America Company November 2007 - August 2011
Cassidian Communications, Inc. an EADS North America Company 2007 - August 2011
Los Angeles Home & Decor Magazine January 2005 - 2007
Arcadia Publishing 2001 - 2007
The History Press 2000 - 2007
Hall Research Technologies January 2001 - January 2004
Pioneer Press 1999 - 2000
Skills
Proposal Writing, Publishing, Social Media, Editing, Research, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Project Planning, Press Releases, Feature Articles, Marketing, Public Relations, Newsletters, Blogging, Management, Technical Writing, Books, Content Management, Copywriting
Education
Riverside City College 2003 — 2003
Certificate Grantwriting, Grantwriting
Webster University 1995 — 1997
Masters -Business Management, Business Mgmt/Marketing
California State University-Long Beach 1968 — 1971
BA, Communications - Radio/TV/PR
St. Michel's High School - LA
Diploma, College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program
St. Michel's High School - LA
NIMLOK MINNESOTA June 2015 - Present
Thomson Reuters August 2014 - June 2015
Shred-it March 2013 - August 2014
MECLABS December 2011 - March 2013
SAVE ON EVERYTHING MAGAZINE October 2008 - June 2010
NORTHLAND BUSINESS SYSTEMS, INC January 2008 - September 2008
Boston Scientific January 2007 - December 2007
TRESTMAN MUSIC June 2006 - January 2007
National musical ensemble April 2006 - December 2006
Pioneer Press March 2005 - June 2006
Skills
Inside Sales, Outside Sales, Sales Management, Hiring, Healthcare, Restaurants, Music, Advertising, Promotions, Direct Marketing, B2B, Account Management, Lead Generation, Email Marketing, Market Planning, New Business Development, Integrated Marketing, Online Marketing, Marketing Strategy, SEM, Social Media Marketing, Cold Calling, Customer Relations, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Consultative Selling, Market Research, Customer Service, SEO, Social Networking, Advertising Sales, Event Planning, Public Relations, Copywriting, Negotiation, Microsoft Office, Team Leadership, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Direct Sales, Word, Salesforce.com, Online Advertising, Selling, Excel, Editing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Competitive Analysis
Education
Southwest Minnesota State University 1990 — 1993
Bachelor's, Communication Radio/TV
Southwestern Technical College 1989 — 1990
Diploma, Bakery/Deli
Aggrego September 2014 - Present
ChiCitySports.com April 2010 - Present
KeepingItHeel.com February 2012 - Present
Pioneer Press September 2014 - February 2015
Rockford Register Star August 2007 - May 2014
Kroger October 2005 - September 2011
Skills
Sports, Social Media Marketing, Web Design, Writing, Online Advertising, Advertising, Public Relations, Journalism, Editing, WordPress, Radio, Copy Editing, SEO, Marketing Communications, Newspapers, New Media, Marketing, Content Management, Press Releases, Video Production, Event Planning, Web Content, Media Relations, Digital Media, Event Management, Blogging, Social Media, Video, Copywriting, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Facebook, Photography, Final Cut Pro, AP Style
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2012 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Rock Valley College 2008 — 2011
Boylan Highschool 2003 — 2007
Highschool
Hype, Inc. November 2013 - February 2015
Duke Energy 2015 - 2015
Duke Energy 2015 - 2015
Sourcebooks, Inc. April 2014 - December 2014
Publications International, Ltd. May 2001 - November 2013
Cahners Publishing August 1998 - May 2001
Pioneer Press August 1996 - August 1998
Century Publishing January 1995 - August 1996
Andersen Consulting May 1991 - January 1995
Joliet Junior College June 1988 - May 1991
Skills
Publishing, Art Direction, Layout, Art, QuarkXPress, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Brochures, Photoshop, Photography, Illustration, Editorial, Advertising, Packaging, Illustrator, Production, Customer Relations, Prop Styling, Client Development, Project Management, Prepress, Brand Management, Brand Identity, Magazines, Customer Service, Graphics, Pre-press, Publications, Logo Design, Creative Direction, Posters, Catalogs, WordPress
Education
Illinois State University 1983 — 1988
BS, Visual Communications
Gallagher Media & Marketing May 2007 - Present
Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) August 2001 - May 2008
McGraw-Hill December 1997 - January 2001
McGraw Hill Construction 1997 - 2000
Reed Elsevier January 1990 - November 1997
Pioneer Press 1987 - 1988
Skills
Marketing, Sales, Publications, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Trade Shows, Marketing Communications, Lead Generation, Social Media Marketing, Publishing, New Business Development, Advertising, Account Management, Business Development, B2B, Public Relations, Social Media, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Budgets, Event Planning, Leadership, Newsletters, Online Advertising, Entrepreneurship, Start-ups, Management, Online Marketing, Product Development, Facebook, Digital Media, Market Research
Education
Lewis University 1992 — 1997
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing and International Business
Loyola University of Chicago
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Literature and Communications
Tribune Publishing May 2015 - Present
Tribune Publishing Company October 2014 - Present
Chicago Tribune Media Group September 2013 - Present
Wordsmith Corona May 2012 - September 2013
Sun-Times Media November 2007 - May 2012
Sun-Times Media January 2005 - November 2007
Chicago Sun-Times 1997 - 2005
Chicago Sun-Times 1993 - 1997
Pioneer Press 1986 - 1993
Barrington Press 1984 - 1986
Skills
News Writing, Blogging, Copy Editing, Editing, Journalism, Newspaper, Ap Style, Breaking News, Editorial, Storytelling, InCopy, Feature Articles, Publications, Fact-checking, Proofreading, Publishing, Freelance Writing, Content Management, Newsletters, Copywriting, Creative Writing, QuarkXPress, Facebook, Community Journalism, Content Development, Pop Culture, Audacity, Headline Writing, Marketing Copy, Speech Writing, Magazines, Social Media, Newspapers, AP Style, Digital Media, Newspaper Design, Advertising, Press Releases, Writing, Online Journalism, Investigative Reporting, Web Content, Video, Content Strategy, Email Marketing, Multimedia, Web Content Management, New Media, Web Editing
Education
Lawrence University 1977 — 1981
B.A., English w/Philosophy and Theater
Elgin High School
OMD May 2014 - Present
OMD January 2013 - May 2014
Robin Malpass & Associates August 2012 - December 2012
Forward Motion Media July 2011 - May 2012
Cape Cod Baseball League May 2011 - July 2011
Pioneer Press May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Social Media, Ap Style, Facebook, Editing, Journalism, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Blogging, News Writing, Advertising, Public Relations, iMovie, Marketing
Education
Wittenberg University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Communications
Syracuse University 2010 — 2010
Media
Rotary International June 2008 - Present
Pioneer Press 1990 - 2008
Pioneer Press September 1985 - September 1990
Skills
Copy Editing, Newspaper, Journalism, Editing, Press Releases, Ap Style, Multimedia, Storytelling, Editorial, Newspapers, Magazines, News Writing, Digital Media, Newsletters, Web Content, AP Style, Feature Articles, Blogging, Media Relations, Publications
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 1984 — 1985
Masters, Public Affairs Reporting
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1980 — 1984
BA, Journalism
Modern Healthcare May 2005 - Present
American Medical News August 2001 - May 2005
Daily Herald February 2000 - August 2001
Pioneer Press April 1994 - February 2000
Press Publications September 1991 - April 1994
Skills
Ap Style, Journalism, Newspaper, Copy Editing, Publishing, Blogging, News Writing, Magazines, Editorial, Web Content, Proofreading, Storytelling, Investigative Reporting, Newspapers, AP Style, Editing, Publications, Humorist, Newsletters, Public Relations, Social Media, Feature Articles, Webinars, Press Releases, Media Relations, Copywriting, Breaking News, Content Development, Publicity, Online Journalism, Fact-checking, Content Strategy, Creative Writing, Headline Writing, Business Journalism, Content Management, Community Journalism, Newspaper Design, Freelance Writing, Computer-assisted..., New Media, Digital Media, Rewriting
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1982 — 1983
M.S., Journalism
Eastern Illinois University 1978 — 1982
B.A., Journalism
East Leyden High School 1974 — 1978
Chicagoland Soccer August 2014 - Present
Pioneer Press 1992 - 2013
Skills
AP Style, Copy Editing, Editorial, Journalism, News Writing, Newspapers, Press Releases, QuarkXPress, Blogging, Feature Articles, Magazines, Proofreading, Publications, Storytelling
Education
Roosevelt University 1985 — 1990
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
GEMS World Academy - Chicago February 2015 - Present
PopMatters August 2012 - Present
Daily Herald August 2009 - January 2015
Daily Herald May 2008 - August 2009
Daily Herald May 2006 - May 2008
Daily Herald September 1999 - May 2006
Pioneer Press January 1996 - September 1999
Press Publications 1993 - 1996
Skills
Writing, Editing, Journalism, Feature Writing, Creative writing, Staff management, Pop culture, Teaching, Communications, Pop Culture, Feature Articles, Creative Writing, Media Relations, Proofreading, Social Media Marketing, Film, Books, Storytelling, AP Style, Copywriting, Staff Management, Newspapers, Publishing, Magazines, InDesign, Copy Editing, Television, Blogging, Headline Writing
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2009 — 2014
MFA, Fiction Writing
Lawrence University
B.A., English
St. Paul Pioneer Press 2008 - Present
Pioneer Press 1999 - Present
St. Paul Pioneer Press 2006 - 2008
Skills
Ap Style, Newspaper, Journalism, Headline Writing
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1992 — 1997
BA, Journalism
Hodge Media Strategies October 2010 - Present
Hodge Schindler Integrated Communications 2007 - 2010
Hodge Communications 1988 - 2007
Chicago Sun-Times November 1986 - January 1988
Chicago Tribune 1983 - 1986
Crain's Chicago Business 1980 - 1982
Crain Communications Inc. 1980 - 1982
Pioneer Press 1971 - 1977
Skills
Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Social Media, Crisis Communications, Public Relations, Thought Leadership, Integrated Marketing, Content Development, Corporate Communications, Press Releases, Marketing Communications, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Newsletters, Copywriting, Content Strategy, New Media, Editing, Publications, Editorial, Web Content, Magazines, Newspapers, Marketing, Creative Direction, Writing, Marketing Strategy, Social Networking, Copy Editing
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 1973 — 1974
English, Spanish
Chicago Tribune January 1992 - Present
Crain's Chicago Business January 1989 - January 1992
Pioneer Press January 1982 - January 1989
Skills
Editorial
Education
University of Illinois
Bachelor of science, journalism
"Taylor Street: Chicago's Little Italy" February 2007 - Present
University Village Association 2014 - 2014
Chicago Headline Club April 2007 - October 2011
Pioneer Press 1997 - 2005
Press Publications 1991 - 1994
Skills
Journalism, Copy Editing, Newspaper, Ap Style, Editing, Blogging, Storytelling, News Writing, Editorial, Media Relations, Feature Articles, Breaking News, Books, Publications, Advertising, Proofreading, Digital Media, Web Content, Newsletters, Magazines, Freelance Writing, Politics, Newspapers, Headline Writing, AP Style, Fact-checking, Ghostwriting, Press Releases, Online Journalism, Publicity, Copywriting, Publishing, Magazine Articles, Content Development, Interviews, Investigative Reporting, Creative Writing, Content Strategy, Non-fiction, Speech Writing, Content Management, New Media, Online Publishing, Content Writing, Text Editing, Web Content Management, Published Author, Facebook, Travel Writing, Film
Education
Northern Illinois University 1969 — 1973
BS, Journalism
Mother Guerin High School 1965 — 1969
Diploma, College prep
Associated Publications October 2006 - Present
Publications International October 2005 - October 2006
Freelance January 2005 - March 2006
Pioneer Press August 2003 - October 2005
Advantage Advertising June 2000 - December 2002
Skills
Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising, Art Direction, Books, Creative Direction, Creative Writing, Digital Media, Editorial, Fine Art, Graphic Design, Graphics, InDesign, Interior Design, Layout, Logo Design, Mac, Magazines, Newspapers, Photography, Photoshop, Pre-press, Publications, Publishing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing
Education
Harrington College of Design 2004 — 2005
Interior Design
Lake Forest College 1996 — 2000
Bachelor, Studio Art, Communications
Barat College of DePaul University
Photograpy, Graphic Design
Bluewater productions, IF-X, Campfire Graphic Novels, MangaQuake January 2008 - Present
Midwest Real Estate News January 2000 - Present
Law Bulletin Publishing January 1999 - Present
Consumer and trade publications January 1991 - Present
Pioneer Press January 1997 - January 1999
Regional News January 1995 - January 1997
Beverly Review January 1990 - January 1995
Skills
Blogging, Feature Articles, Copywriting, Publishing, Editing, Newspaper, Newspapers, Freelance Writing, Copy Editing, Magazines, Web Content, Journalism
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1986 — 1990
University of Illinois
Bachelor's degree, journalism
Computer Aided Technology, Inc August 2003 - Present
Tele-D Marketing 2000 - 2003
Pioneer Press 1998 - 2000
WSCR 1160 1997 - 1999
WMAQ 670 1997 - 1998
Skills
Account Management, Solution Selling, Product Development, New Business Development, Sales Process, Product Launch, Enterprise Software, Direct Sales, Sales Management, Customer Service, Lead Generation, B2B, Cold Calling, Selling, Sales, Product Marketing, Salesforce.com
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1995 — 1998
Bachelors, Broadcast Journalism
Cary-Grove High School
Meredith Corporation June 2006 - Present
Two Rivers Marketing February 2005 - June 2006
Strategic America 2000 - 2004
Des Moines Register 2000 - 2000
Pioneer Press 1994 - 1995
Education
University of Iowa 1989 — 1993
BA, Journalism & English
University of Iowa - Henry B. Tippie College of Business 1989 — 1993
BA - Liberal Arts, Journalism - English
Brandpoint September 2011 - Present
KSTP 5 Eyewitness News May 2009 - September 2011
Pioneer Press 2006 - March 2009
Primerica Financial Services December 2003 - November 2006
Skills
Public Speaking, Team Leadership, Account Management, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Marketing, Sales Management, New Business Development, Advertising, SEO, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, B2B, Leadership, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Management, Selling, Lead Generation, Strategy, Training, Online Marketing, Salesforce.com, Start-ups, Advertising Sales, SEM, Digital Media, Recruiting, Strategic Partnerships, Content Strategy, Interactive Marketing, Media Planning, Content Marketing, Media Buying, Digital Strategy, PPC, Integrated Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Social Networking, Direct Marketing, Web Analytics, Google Analytics, Brand Development, Web Marketing, New Media, E-commerce, Sales Process, Sales Operations
Education
Augsburg College 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts, Marketing/Finance
Pioneer Press January 2011 - Present
Duluth News Tribune July 2007 - February 2010
Fergus Falls Daily Journal April 2006 - July 2007
Skills
Newspapers, Storytelling, Newspaper, News Writing, Breaking News, Journalism, AP Style, Feature Articles, Newspaper Design, Online Journalism
Education
Creighton University 2000 — 2004
BA, Journalism
Plant Engineering January 2005 - Present
National Safety Council 2003 - 2005
VNU 2001 - 2003
Street Zebra 2000 - 2001
Street Zebra 2000 - 2001
Adams Business Media 1998 - 2000
Reporter/Progress Newspapers 1996 - 1998
Sun Publications 1986 - 1996
Pioneer Press 1978 - 1986
Skills
Management, Publishing, Editorial, Newsletters, Press Releases, Social Media, Editing, Publications, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Integrated Marketing, Magazines, Content Development, Sales, Copywriting, Direct Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Strategic Communications, Email Marketing, Content Management, B2B Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Corporate Communications, AP Style, Blogging, Custom Publishing, Online Advertising, Online Publishing, Web Content
Education
Illinois State University 1976 — 1978
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Downers Grove South 1970 — 1974
Pioneer Press Retail Advertising Territory DirectorSt. Paul Pioneer Press2003 - Present
Education
Texas Tech University
Pioneer Press Classified Call Center and Inside Sales ManagerSt. Paul Pioneer Press2007 - Present
Time Warner Cable and Comcast Cable 2002 - Present
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1970 — 1974
The University of Texas at Austin
Daily Herald October 1997 - Present
JamieBartosch.com 2007 - Present
Travelingmom.com 2008 - Present
USA TODAY Travel/10Best December 2012 - Present
Pioneer Press 1991 - 1997
Skills
Blogging, Magazines, Writing, AP Style, News Writing, Stories, Newspaper, Journalism, Copy Editing, Editing, Editorial, Proofreading, Interviewing, Facebook, Breaking News, Social Media, Social Networking, Investigative Reporting, Freelance Writing, Travel Writing, Public Speaking, Creative Writing, Research, Ap Style, Storytelling, Newspapers, Interviews, Radio, Media Relations, Press Releases, Web Content, Feature Articles, Video, Newsletters, Online Journalism, Headline Writing, InCopy, Content Development, Fact-checking, Content Strategy, Publicity, Copywriting, Web Editing, Content Management, Publishing, New Media, Television
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1985 — 1989
BA, Journalism
Columbia College Chicago
Madden Communications March 2013 - Present
Chicago Area June 2009 - Present
Mundocom Worldwide (a subsidiary of Publicis Groupe) February 2008 - June 2009
Arc Worldwide May 2005 - February 2008
Capps Digital October 1999 - May 2005
Capps Digital (now Mundocom, a subsidiary of Leo Burnett USA, Publicis Groupe) 1999 - 2005
Pioneer Press May 1996 - October 1999
Young & Rubicam Advertising April 1987 - March 1991
Skills
Pre-press, Layout, Art Direction, Project Management, Direct Mail, Advertising, Brand Development, Brochures, Catalogs, Corporate Branding, Corporate Identity, Creative Direction, Creative Strategy, Graphic Design, Graphics, Image Manipulation, Integrated Marketing, Logo Design, Marketing, Outdoor Advertising, Packaging, Typography
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Bonnie Dickel Hoffman May 2012 - Present
Best Buy April 2014 - March 2015
Periscope 2015 - 2015
Periscope 2015 - 2015
Copy that Nails It June 2012 - June 2014
Atterro Human Capital Group January 2014 - May 2014
OLSON June 2008 - 2012
Contract Writer: Target 2002 - 2008
Target 1992 - 2002
Pioneer Press 1989 - 1992
Skills
Posters, Interactive Marketing, Interactive Advertising, Creative Strategy, Social Media, Strategy, Marketing, Mobile Devices, Video, B2B, Integrated Marketing, Creative Direction, Copywriting, Radio, Direct Mail, Outdoor Advertising, Digital Strategy, Brand Development, Mobile Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Online Marketing, Campaigns, Collateral, Product Naming, Collaboration, Email Marketing, Professional Mentoring, Digital Marketing, Direct Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, B2B Marketing
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Daily Herald analystBig Ten Network2008 - 2008
Pioneer Press 1995 - 1996
Big Ten Conference 1994 - 1995
Team Marketing Report 1993 - 1993
Education
Northwestern University 1990 — 1994
Northwestern University 1990 — 1994
BSJ, Journalism
Culver 1986 — 1990
Pioneer Press November 2006 - Present
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette September 1997 - October 2006
Daily Progress August 1994 - July 1997
Education
Carleton College 1990 — 1994
BA, History
Wilmette Park District September 1995 - Present
Institute of Spiritual Companionship 2006 - June 2009
DePaul University 1993 - 1995
Time Magazine 1986 - 1989
Pioneer Press 1984 - 1986
United Press International 1979 - 1983
City News Bureau of Chicago 1976 - 1979
Skills
Speech Writing, Editing, Press Releases, Crisis Communications, Strategic Planning, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Strategic Communications
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 2011 — 2015
Ongoing, Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Institute of Spiritual Companionship 2004 — 2006
Certificate, Spiritual Direction
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1973 — 1976
BA, Journalism and International Relations
Chicagoist March 2013 - Present
Football Extra Points March 2013 - December 2013
StudyofSports.com 2008 - 2010
Pioneer Press January 2000 - July 2007
Pioneer Press/Sun-Times News Group 2000 - 2007
Turley Publications June 1997 - January 2000
Skills
Journalism, Feature Articles, AP Style, Newspaper, Press Releases, Copy Editing, Breaking News, Proofreading, Editing, Editorial, Wordpress, News Writing, Online Journalism, Storytelling, Sports Writing, Headline Writing, Fact-checking, Blogging, Beat reporting, Interviewing Skills, Election coverage, General aviation..., Education reporting, Court Reporting, QuarkXPress, Community Journalism, Business Journalism, Content Strategy, Ap Style, Newspaper Design, Newspapers, WordPress, Beat Reporting, Investigative Reporting, Publishing, Newsletters, Publications, Web Content, Creative Writing, Facebook, Freelance Writing, Web Editing, Social Media, InCopy, Social Networking, Marketing Copy
Education
Syracuse University 1993 — 1997
BS, Newspaper Journalism
Syracuse University 1993 — 1997
BS, Newspaper Journalism
American Academy of Pediatrics Director of CommunicationsAmerican Society of Anesthesiologists2004 - 2007
Pioneer Press 2000 - 2004
US Office of Consumer Affairs 1984 - 1994
Education
Penn State University
Journalism
US Office of Personnel Management Graduate Program
Master of Public Administration Program
Jeffrey Marketing and Publishing January 2012 - Present
Jeffrey Marketing 2009 - Present
A.M.MAILING SERVICES, LLC October 1995 - December 2009
Royle Publishing October 1979 - March 1995
Pioneer Press December 1975 - September 1978
US NAVY AIR RESERVES July 1968 - July 1974
Skills
Copywriting, Publishing, Direct Mail, Postal Regulations, Advertising, Newsletters, Direct Marketing, Promotions, Public Relations, Press Releases, Marketing Communications, Trade Shows, Editing, Advertising Sales, Mailings, Database Marketing, Email Marketing, Event Management
Education
Northern Illinois University 1972 — 1974
BS, Journalism
Northern Illinois University 1972 — 1974
BS JOURNALISM, PHOTO JOURNALISM
Joel Hall Dancers & Center July 2015 - Present
Chicago High School for the Arts August 2014 - Present
AthletiCo Physical Therapy July 2009 - Present
Chicago Public Schools January 2014 - May 2014
Foster Dance Studios September 2011 - June 2013
Public School Districts 113 and 109 September 2009 - 2013
Interlochen Center for the Arts June 2012 - July 2012
Kibbutz Contemporary Dance Company February 2011 - June 2011
Pioneer Press June 2010 - January 2011
Skills
Writing, Teaching, Choreography, Dance, Modern Dance, Contemporary Dance, Ballet, Dance Education, Performing Arts, Tap, Classical Ballet
Education
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee 2012 — 2013
Post baccalaureate: Pre K-12 public school certification, Dance Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2005 — 2009
BFA, Dance
Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago January 2014 - Present
Special Counsel August 2013 - September 2013
Robert Half Legal May 2013 - August 2013
Faegre Baker Daniels LLP June 2011 - August 2011
ACC Summer Diversity Internship Program - Verizon Wireless June 2010 - August 2010
Pioneer Press 2007 - 2009
Skills
Legal Writing, Legal Research, Corporate Law, Intellectual Property, Licensing, Trademarks, Westlaw, Lexis
Education
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology 2009 — 2012
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Florida State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Political Science
Plymouth Congregational Church June 2011 - Present
Various clients March 2010 - June 2011
MSP Communications March 2010 - December 2010
University of Minnesota Medical School April 2006 - March 2010
University of Minnesota Academic Health Center August 2001 - April 2006
Pioneer Press 1997 - 2001
Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, Web Content, Copy Editing, Strategic Communications, Editing, Media Relations, Writing, Event Management, Crisis Communications, Publications, Speech Writing, Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, Leadership, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Newsletters, Magazines, Press Releases, Community Outreach, Blogging, Copywriting
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1988 — 1990
print journalism
Yale University 1982 — 1983
M.A., East Asian Studies
Orr & Orr, Inc. November 2001 - Present
Gruner + Jahr November 2000 - August 2001
Rodale December 1999 - October 2000
Time Inc. August 1998 - November 1999
Rodale December 1995 - July 1998
Rodale January 1993 - December 1995
Pioneer Press July 1990 - December 1993
Chicago Sun-Times October 1982 - December 1989
Skills
Sales Management, New Business Development
Education
University of Arizona 1978 — 1982
BS, mktg, adv
Chicago Tribune January 2015 - Present
Chicago Tribune/Pioneer Press September 2012 - January 2015
United Hebrew Congregation (UHC) December 2010 - July 2012
Consumer Digest May 2006 - July 2008
Pioneer Press May 1996 - June 2005
The Bergen Record 1993 - 1995
North Jersey Herald & News 1990 - 1993
Southtown Economist 1989 - 1990
CNN January 1988 - June 1988
Skills
Budgets, Editing, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Management, Event Planning, Logistics, Microsoft Word, Strategic Planning, Journalism, Copy Editing, Online Journalism, Investigative Reporting, Staff Supervision, Project Management, Youth Development, Youth Mentoring, Youth Work, Communication, Community Outreach, Community Organizing, Government Relations, community org, Marketing Communications, Online Communications, Online Reputation..., News Writing, Speech Writing, Graphics Layout, Social Media..., Social Media Blogging, Social Media Measurement, corporate communications, Internal & External...
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1985 — 1989
BS, Journalism, Journalism
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1985 — 1989
Bachelor's of Arts, Journalism
UL September 2014 - July 2015
Self-employed 2013 - September 2014
Pioneer Press/Sun-Times News Group October 2000 - August 2012
Pioneer Press August 1999 - October 2000
Press-Republican Newspapers July 1992 - August 1999
Press-Republican Newspapers March 1992 - July 1992
Skills
Journalism, Storytelling, Newspaper, Newspapers, Ap Style, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Content Development, News Writing, Breaking News, Editorial, Editing, Publications, Proofreading, Headline Writing, Online Journalism, Fact-checking, Web Content, InCopy, Magazines, Press Releases, Publishing, Newsletters, Content Management, Freelance Writing, Copywriting, Media Relations, Investigative Reporting, New Media, Facebook, Multimedia, Blogging, Content Strategy, Publicity, Web Content Management, QuarkXPress, Public Relations, Online Publishing
Education
Northern Illinois University 1989 — 1991
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
The ABIS Group October 2004 - Present
Self-Employed January 2008 - June 2011
Citysearch May 2007 - October 2008
Pioneer Press July 2004 - September 2005
Texas Methodist Foundation March 2003 - August 2004
Skills
Publicity, Networking, Management, Report Writing, Copywriting, Content Management, Ap Style, HTML, Editing, Operations Management, Grant Writing, Theatre, AP Style, Dark Comedy
Education
Denison University
BA, English; Writing Concentration
Sun Times Media / Wrapports June 1981 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times Media 1981 - Present
Pioneer Press 1981 - 2010
Skills
Newspaper, Publications, Online Advertising, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Publishing, Magazines, Mac, AP Style, Digital Media, Media Relations, Newspapers, Blogging, Multimedia, New Media, News Writing, SEO, Digital Strategy, Advertising, Web Content, Facebook, Copy Editing, Journalism, Online Marketing, InDesign, Press Releases, Content Management, Editing, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising Sales, Email Marketing, Editorial, Newsletters, Video, Content Strategy, QuarkXPress, Content Development, Social Networking, Web Content Management, Feature Articles, Digital Marketing, Proofreading
Education
St. Norbert College 1978 — 1981
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics, Computer Sciebce
Electronic Transaction Consultants March 2011 - Present
newspaper reporting February 2011 - March 2011
People Newspapers July 2010 - February 2011
Pioneer Press April 2008 - May 2010
Skills
Blogging, Newspapers, Breaking News, Investigative Reporting, Magazine Articles, AP Style, Journalism, News Writing, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Online Journalism
Education
Northern Illinois University 2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism major, English minor
Accre June 2013 - June 2013
Legal and General Investment Management March 2013 - April 2013
The Valspar Corporation Ltda November 2012 - February 2013
The Agency September 2011 - December 2011
Wavelength, The Agency September 2011 - December 2011
The Daily Eastern News September 2010 - December 2011
Pioneer Press May 2011 - August 2011
Daily Eastern News August 2010 - May 2011
Fresh August 2010 - May 2011
Ball State Daily News August 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Social Media, InDesign, Internet, Writing, Mac, PC, AP Style, Blogging, Interviewing Skills
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Journalism
Ball State University 2009 — 2010
Self Employed November 2010 - Present
True Value Company July 2014 - May 2015
Pioneer Press 2003 - 2010
Allstate 2002 - 2003
Ketchum/Corporate Technology Communications 2000 - 2001
Skills
Social Media, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Blogging, News Writing, Writing, Press Releases, Creative Writing, AP Style, Journalism, Speech Writing
Education
Michigan State University 1993 — 1998
B.A. Communication Arts, Journalism
Starship Travel Inc January 2012 - Present
The Travel Exchange January 2010 - January 2012
Horizons Unlimited Travel March 2008 - January 2010
Vacation Hotline December 1995 - November 2007
Pioneer Press June 1992 - June 1995
Skills
Leisure Travel, Tourism, Travel Management, Cruises, Vacation, Tour Operators, Leisure, Honeymoons, Event Management, Event Planning, Adventure Travel, Incentive Travel, Business Travel, Travel Planning, Resorts, Incentives, Car Rental, Hotels, Destination Marketing, Online Travel, Hospitality, Hotel Booking, Sustainable Tourism, Luxury, Yield Management
Education
Bradley University 1988 — 1992
Maine East High School 1984 — 1988
UCSN Rufino Tamayo August 2015 - Present
Galapagos Rockford Charter School May 2014 - June 2015
Noble Network of Charter Schools June 2011 - 2014
Indian Prairie School District 204 -- Thayer J. Hill Middle School August 2000 - June 2011
Scott Foresman Publishing April 1990 - August 1992
Kemper National Insurance Companies November 1988 - April 1990
Pioneer Press July 1985 - February 1987
The Daily Pantagraph January 1985 - May 1985
Eureka College September 1982 - May 1985
Birch Creek Music Center, Summer Music Camp May 1983 - August 1983
Skills
Teaching, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Design, Business Writing, Educational Leadership, Lesson Planning, Editing, Special Education, Newspapers, Teacher Training, Press Releases, Staff Development, Program Development, Literacy, Differentiated..., Instructional Technology, Educational Technology, Leadership, Classroom, Tutoring, K-12, Instructional Design, Classroom Management, Public Relations, Higher Education, Technology Integration, Grant Writing, Data Driven Instruction, Adult Education
Education
Dominican University 1998 — 2003
Master of Arts in Teaching, Education, 4.0
Eureka College 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts, English, Major -- Sociology, Minor