Experience
Project Plateful   June 2014 - Present
Yamagawa Nonprofit Consultancy   March 2013 - January 2014
HPP Cares   January 2013 - March 2013
American Law Center   July 2012 - January 2013
Self-employed writer   January 2012 - December 2012
Food & Water Watch  September 2011 - February 2012
Student Health & Environment Link   January 2011 - December 2011
U.S. House of Representatives   July 2011 - September 2011

Skills
Qualitative Research, Policy Analysis, Public Speaking, Report Writing, Team Leadership, Text Editing, Spanish-speaking, Bilingual, Food Policy, Environmental Issues, Work Well Independently, Social Media Outreach, Office Management, Customer Retention, Volunteer Management, Non-profits..., Urban Agriculture, Independent Thinking, Political Ecology, Organic Gardening, Community Building, Grant Writing, Research, Program Development, Grants, Spanish

Education
California State University-Dominguez Hills   2009 — 2012
B.A., Spanish, Political Science

Experience
Starbucks  January 2015 - August 2015
Butler University  August 2010 - May 2015
Charlotte Russe  December 2014 - January 2015
NUVO Magazine  August 2014 - December 2014
Church at the Crossing  January 2012 - May 2014
Benton Community Foundation   May 2013 - August 2013
Tilly's  May 2012 - September 2012
Butler University  August 2011 - December 2011
Self Employed Writer  August 2008 - July 2010

Skills
Creative Writing, Journalism, Spanish, Newspapers, Customer Service, Sales, Producing, Editing, Blogging, Facebook, Social Media, Social Networking, Press Releases, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Proofreading

Education
Butler University   2010 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Journalism and Spanish

Universidad de Alcalá   2012 — 2012
Instituto Franklin, Spanish, Junior

Benton Central Jr./Sr. High School   2004 — 2010
Honor's Diploma

Boswell Elementary   2002 — 2004

Experience
Oomphify   May 2013 - Present
Self-employed writer   April 2012 - Present
Wilton Industries  August 2010 - April 2012

Skills
Microsoft Excel, Graphic Design, Press Releases, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Magazines

Education
Columbia College Chicago   2004 — 2008
BA, Film/Video

Experience
Pasadena City College  August 2015 - Present
Glendale Community College  August 2014 - Present
Self Employed Writer  August 2012 - Present
Kumon  October 2013 - July 2014
Starbucks  October 2012 - July 2014
John Fowles Center for Young Writers, Chapman University / Orange High School   February 2014 - April 2014
Iluminacion Program, Chapman Unviersity / Century High School   October 2013 - November 2013
Barnes and Noble Cafe  July 2011 - July 2012
Butler University Writers' Studio   January 2009 - April 2011
McKesson  June 2008 - August 2010

Skills
writing, copyediting, tutoring, Copy Editing, Tutoring, Creative Writing, Editing, Teaching, Higher Education, Novels, Publishing, Proofreading, Technical Writing, Literature, Poetry, Short Stories, Spanish, Blogging, Writing

Education
Chapman University   2012 — 2014
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Fiction Writing

Butler University   2007 — 2011
BA, Creative Writing / Spanish, 4.0

Experience
Anne Hamming Life Coaching   September 2012 - Present
Self-employed writer   2012 - Present
Kalamazoo Gazette  2002 - 2006
Muskegon Chronicle  1996 - 2002

Skills
Social Networking, Editing, Copy Editing, Journalism, AP Style, Blogging, Proofreading, Copywriting, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Media Relations, Life Coaching, Coaching, Social Media, Press Releases, Newsletters, Web Content

Education
International Coach Academy   2012 — 2014
Certified Professional Coach, Life coaching

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   1993 — 1994
Master's Degree, Journalism

Calvin College   1989 — 1993
Bachelor's Degree, English

Experience
Self Employed Writer  November 2010 - Present
Freelance / Children's Book   November 2011 - November 2012
Monroe Community College  September 2009 - May 2010
Barony of Thescorre, SCA   October 2006 - May 2010
Barony of Thescorre, SCA   2004 - May 2010
Freelance graphic artist/illustrator   March 2001 - March 2008
Mothertime   May 2000 - March 2001

Skills
Creative Writing, Graphic Design, Web Design, Photography, Writing, Photoshop, Logo Design, Typography, Layout, Retouching, Web Development, Illustration, Adobe Creative Suite, Dreamweaver, Graphics, Art, Poetry, Newsletters, Customer Service, Retail, Word, Facebook, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Web Content, Drawing, Handmade Jewelry, Outlook, Knitting, Crochet, Sewing, Pattern Design, Fiction, Book Reviews, Microsoft Word, Short Stories, Fiction Writing, Published Author

Education
Coursera   2012 — 2012
Certificate, General Studies

Monroe Community College   2008 — 2010
Associates, Visual Communication Technology: Graphic Arts Printing

International Correspondence Schools   2006 — 2007
Degree, Child Day Care

Harcourt Learning Direct   2003 — 2004
Degree, Teacher Aide

Sears University   1997 — 1997
Certificate, Introductory Customer Service and Sales Module

Broome Community College   1993 — 1993
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

Experience
Show Stopper Wax Products   February 2014 - Present
Self employed writer  December 2013 - Present
LumenVox  October 2012 - December 2013
Five Point Capital  November 2007 - November 2009
Enterprise Rent-A-Car  January 2006 - September 2007
Pomerado and Coast News   October 2003 - October 2005
Sorrento Valley Chiropractic   August 1996 - April 2004

Skills
Property Management, Office Management, News Writing, Creative Non-fiction, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, Copy Editing, Social Networking, Sales, Copywriting, Event Planning, Social Media, Email Marketing, Advertising

Education
California State University-Long Beach   1999 — 2003
Print Journalism, Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

Experience
Community Consolidated School District 59  June 2015 - Present
self-employed writer   2000 - Present
Northshore School District  August 2013 - June 2015
Lake Bluff School District #65  2006 - June 2014
Highland Community College  1991 - 1994

Skills
Music, Orchestral Music, Music Education, Band, Music Theory, Classical, Plays, Teaching, Chamber Music, Singing, Piano

Education
Boston University   2008 — 2009
MM, Music Education

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   1978 — 1982
BSME, Music Education

Experience
iFit - fitness technology   March 2015 - Present
Self-Employed Writer   February 2014 - Present
Utah State University  November 2012 - February 2014
WealthCounsel, LLC  January 2012 - September 2012
iFrogz  April 2010 - January 2012
Brigham Young University  September 2009 - April 2010
Gracie Homes   August 2008 - July 2009
MLE Enterprises, Ltd   July 2008 - July 2009
Melaleuca of Europe, Ltd   February 2004 - December 2006

Skills
Press Releases, Editing, Microsoft Office, Public Relations, Social Media, Event Planning, Research, Interviewing, Quickbooks, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Technical Writing, Accounts Payable, Speech Writing, Payroll Processing, Broadcast Writing, Newsletter Production, Data Processing, Writing, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Event Management, Community Relations, Customer Service, Excel, PowerPoint, Advertising, Online Marketing, Outlook, Word, Journalism, Fundraising, Promotions, Media Relations, Website Development, Blogging, AP Style, Strategic Planning, Customer Relations, Web Design, Facebook, Conferences, Copy Editing, Budgeting, Copywriting, QuickBooks, Business Development

Education
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Bachelor's Degree, English; Literary Studies

Experience
Self Employed Writer  February 2013 - Present
Fountain Valley Police Department   February 1985 - October 2012
In the Dirt Ministry   August 2004 - May 2008

Skills
Criminal Law, Criminal Investigations, Writing, Personnel Management, Leadership, Training, Enforcement, Police, Military, Criminal Justice, Command

Education
Southwest University
Bachelor's degree, Criminal Justice/Police Science

California State University-Fullerton
Criminal Justice

Sherman Block Supervisory Leadership Institute
Police Supervision and Management

International Association of Chiefs of Police - Leadership in Police Organizations
Police Management

Experience
Self-employed writer   2010 - Present

Skills
Creative Writing, Technical Writing, Blogging, Wordpress, Social Media, Teaching, Lesson Planning

Education
Elon University   1998 — 2002
Sports Medicine, Exercise Sports Science

Mt. Tabor High School   1993 — 1998

Experience
Kings College  August 2011 - Present
Self-employed writer   January 2009 - Present
Romark Logistics  December 2004 - March 2009
J.E. Morgan/Sara Lee   June 2002 - March 2005

Skills
Writing, Creative Writing, Teaching Writing, Book Reviews, Science Fiction, Creative Fiction, teaching creative..., Literary Writing, Editing, Text Editing, Literary Fiction, Copy Editing, Blogging, Proofreading, Poetry, Fiction Writing, Books, Teaching, Literature, Publications, Fiction, Short Stories, Feature Articles, Non-fiction, English Literature, Newsletters, Storytelling, Novels, Grammar, Web Content, Publishing, Creative Non-fiction, Magazine Articles, Manuscript, Fact-checking, Creative Writer, Ebooks, Editorial, Copywriting, Screenwriting, Magazines, Content Development, Content Writing, Travel Writing, Literary Criticism, AP Style, Journalism, Newspapers

Education
Wilkes University   2009 — 2011
Master of Arts (M.A.), Creative Writing, 4.0

Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania   1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General, 3.83

Susquehanna University   1991 — 1994
English Language and Literature, General

Experience
Redfin Corporation  November 2014 - Present
Self-employed Writer   May 1960 - Present

Skills
Sellers, Referrals, Real Estate, First Time Home Buyers, Single Family Homes, Listings, Real Estate Transactions, Buyer Representation, Relocation, Residential Homes, Buyers, Contract Negotiation, Condos, Marketing, Short Sales, Listing Homes

Education
Ball State University   1969 — 1973
BA, French, Journalism

Experience
Noah Sussman New Media, LLC   January 2000 - Present
The Caedmon School  October 2014 - Present
Cooper Hewitt Smithsonean Design Museum   January 2010 - Present
PoP Garden NYC   November 2010 - Present
Self Employed Writer  May 2009 - Present
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum   February 2013 - September 2013
Salvadori Center  January 2011 - June 2012
Boswyck Farms   2009 - December 2010
Wireless Generation  September 2008 - May 2009
Central Park East 1   August 2006 - July 2008

Skills
Curriculum Development, Teaching, Curriculum Design, Classroom Instruction, Science, Writing, Literacy, Museum Education, Classroom, Elementary Education, Editorial, Knitting, Github, Urban Gardening, Art, Scratch, Nonprofits, Classroom Management, Teacher Training, Training, Fundraising, Hydroponics, Special Education, Community Outreach, Research, Windows, Grant Writing, Books, Computer Lab Management, InDesign, Staff Development, Editing, K-12, Blogging, Publishing, Proofreading, Content Development, Instructional Design, Educational Leadership, Tutoring, Grants, Program Development, Higher Education, Adult Education, Educational Consulting, Instructional Technology, E-Learning, Educational Technology, History, Lesson Planning

Education
New York Botanical Garden   2009 — 2013
Certificate in Botany, Botany

Bank Street College of Education   1999 — 2001
Master of Science in Education

University at Albany, SUNY   1990 — 1994
BA, English

St. Patrick's College Drumcondra   1992 — 1993
English and History

Social Innovator Collective

Experience
Self-employed writer   2008 - Present
Britannica International School   August 2002 - June 2008

Skills
Writing, Non-fiction, Copy Editing, Blogging, Editing, Press Releases, Freelance Writing, Fiction, Fiction Writing, Magazines, Translation, Literature, Published Author, Photography

Education
Allegheny College   1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General

Experience
WatchMojo.com  April 2015 - Present
Self-employed writer   2007 - Present
Self-employed actor  2000 - Present
CMJ Productions II Inc.  January 2014 - March 2015
LitLive.ca   April 2012 - April 2014
Pixcom Inc.  March 2013 - August 2013
WordPlay  2011 - 2012
Throw Poetry Collective   June 2008 - November 2009

Skills
Editing, Poetry, Creative Writing, Acting, Television Research, Teleplays, Performance Poetry, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Blogging, Photography, Social Media, Short Stories, Slam Poetry, Storytelling, Freelance Writing, Voice Over, Screenwriting, Proofreading, Journalism, Literature, Theatre, Non-fiction, Fiction, Books, Editorial, Feature Articles, Voice Acting, Physical Theatre, Portrait Photography, Wedding Photography, Photo Editor, Poet

Education
Concordia University   2005 — 2009
English Literature and Creative Writing

CEGEP - John Abbott College   2001 — 2005
DEC, Professional Theatre (Acting)

Hudson High School   1996 — 2001

Experience
Self-employed writer   January 2009 - Present
Walco International  December 1998 - November 2008

Education
Eastern New Mexico University   1986 — 2003
BBA, Human Resources

Experience
Self Employed - Writer  May 2015 - Present
Ogilvy & Mather  February 2012 - Present
thelab NYC   February 2011 - February 2012
Saatchi & Saatchi New York  2009 - 2011
Project 2050  2006 - 2008
TBWA \ Chiat \ Day   2005 - 2006

Skills
Copywriting, Social Media, Journalism, Music, Creative Direction, Blogging, Video, Advertising, Content Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Television, Adobe Creative Suite, DJ, Creative Strategy, Online Advertising, Outdoor Advertising

Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism   2001 — 2003
Master of Science Degree in Journalism

Hofstra University   1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts Degree in International Relations/ Media Studies

Experience
Manhattan High School  2012 - Present
Self-employed writer   2008 - Present
Prestel Publishing  September 2007 - July 2008
YIVO Institute for Jewish Research  July 2006 - July 2007
Forward  June 2005 - August 2005

Skills
Writing, Research, Proofreading, Editing, Copy Editing, Teaching Writing

Education
CUNY Graduate Center   2010 — 2013

Columbia University in the City of New York   2004 — 2007
B.A., Writing and Literature

Experience
Self-employed writer   2006 - Present
Faegre & Benson LLP  1987 - 2006
Catholic School System   1962 - 1987
Supervision  1981 - 1986
Pastoral Ministry  1972 - 1978
Convent of St. Benedict   1974 - 1976

Skills
Writing, Pastoral Ministry, Teaching, Public Speaking, Research, Quilting, Legal Assistance, Executive..., Copy Editing, Nonprofits, Leadership, Fundraising, Event Planning, Poetry, Proofreading, Newsletters

Education
College of Saint Benedict   1959 — 1967
Bachelor's Degree, Elementary Education

Abbott-Northwestern Hospital, Minneapolis, MN
Clinical Pastoral Education

Experience
Do Something  July 2014 - Present
Self-employed writer   April 2008 - Present
Details (Condé Nast)   July 2014 - January 2015
Do Something  August 2013 - June 2014
Glamour magazine  January 2013 - April 2014
Do Something  November 2012 - August 2013
Macy's Merchandising Group  October 2011 - November 2012
Village Voice Media  June 2011 - October 2012
The Colbert Report  June 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Books, Editorial, Blogging, Magazines, Publishing, Creative Writing, Public Speaking, Writing, Entertainment, Non-fiction, Newspapers, Dance, Social Media, Ghosts, Interviews, Storytelling, Research, Copy Editing, Drawing Blood, Editing, Facebook, Witchcraft, Zombies, Content Management

Education
Emory University   2007 — 2011
Bachelor's, English, 3.914

Bexley High School

Experience
Onlife Health/BCBST   September 2013 - Present
petit bateau music   2007 - Present
self-employed writer   2006 - Present
Epps Interactive   October 2014 - January 2015
Nadus Films   January 2007 - 2011
ASCAP  2007 - 2009
ASCAP  2005 - 2006

Skills
Music, Music Industry, Entertainment, Songwriting, Creative Writing, Music Production, Recording, Composition, New Media, Language Teaching, Foreign Languages, French to English, Creative Arts

Education
Université d'Angers   2003 — 2004
French History and Literature, French Studies

Belmont University   2000 — 2004
Bachelor's Degree, BA in French Language and Literature & BA in Arts Theology, 3.2

Experience
Prosaic Press   January 2014 - Present
Self-employed writer   1997 - Present
Brandeis University  August 2011 - March 2013
Lerner Media   2004 - 2013
Suite101.com  July 2011 - October 2012
Suite101.com  October 2009 - July 2011
About.com (The New York Times Co.)   November 2010 - May 2011
Bay Path College  2005 - 2010
EBSCO Publishing  November 2008 - June 2009
HomeStars.com   September 2007 - July 2008

Skills
Ap Style, SEO, Marketing, Chicago Style, Policy Analysis, MLA style, Political Science, Editing, Blogging, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Creative Writing, Web Content, Publications, Books, Social Networking, Magazines, Content Development

Education
Carnegie Mellon University   1992 — 1995
M.S., History and Policy

Kent State University   1988 — 1992
B.A., Political Science

Experience
Self-employed writer   March 2011 - Present
The VIA Group  2011 - Present

Education
Azusa Pacific University   2002 — 2005
BA, Psychology

Experience
Holyoke Community College  August 2011 - Present
Self-Employed Writer   January 1999 - Present
Holyoke Community College  August 2008 - August 2012
The Care Center  2002 - 2005
Parent to Parent Support Program   1999 - 2001
Wachusett Regional High School  1993 - 1999

Skills
Writing, Curriculum Development, Teaching, Research, Editing, Blogging, Public Speaking, Grant Writing, Program Management, Program Development, Creative Writing, Nonprofits, Higher Education, Curriculum Design, Grants, Storytelling, Adult Education, History, Literature, Newsletters, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Tutoring, Copy Editing, Fiction

Education
Dartmouth College   1988 — 1992
B.A.

University of Vermont   1996 — 1998
M.A.

The University of Connecticut   2012 — 2017
Ph.D. candidate

Experience
Self Employed Instructor  1990 - Present
Self Employed Writer  July 1985 - Present
Beck & Beck Studio   1996 - 2013
Organizational Solutions   April 1996 - September 2001
Med Covers, Inc.   1990 - 2000
Rhone Poulenc Ag. Co  1990 - 2000
Burroughs Wellcome  August 1987 - December 1997
GlaxoSmithKline  June 1986 - September 1996

Skills
Workshop Facilitation, Conflict Resolution, Dialog Programs, Ebooks, Negotiation, Published Author, Books, Editing, Public Speaking, Publishing, Copywriting, Newsletters, Yoga

Education
North Carolina State University   1993 — 1995
M.A.L.S., Ecopsychology

Bowling Green State University
B.S., English / Speech

Experience
Self-employed writer   January 2013 - Present
Los Angeles County Office of Education  September 2012 - Present
Los Angeles Unified School District  September 1985 - Present
Self Employed  January 1979 - Present
UCLA Center X  August 2011 - June 2012

Skills
Writing, Editing, Public Speaking, Teaching, Curriculum Design, Publishing, Poetry Readings, Spoken Word, Teacher Training, Classroom Management, Educational Leadership, National Board..., Lesson Planning, Elementary Education, Classroom, Staff Development, Program Development, Books, Literature, Blogging, K-12, Nonprofits, Poetry, Tutoring, Curriculum Development, Literacy, Instructional Design, Instructional Technology

Education
California State University-Dominguez Hills   1990 — 1993
Master of Arts, Education Administration

University of California, Los Angeles   1981 — 1985
Bachelor or Arts, African American Studies/English

Experience
Donoho School   January 2005 - Present
Self-employed writer   January 1996 - Present
AAFES  February 1999 - November 1999
Rocky Mountain Arsenal   May 1994 - August 1994
Rocky Mountain Arsenal   May 1992 - August 1992

Skills
Typing wpm 45, Microsoft Works, Word,..., Technical Writing, Blogging, Composition, Music, Songwriting, PowerPoint, Guitar, Editing, Music Production, Recording, Film

Education
Jacksonville State University   2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, English; Writing

Colorado Christian University

Red Rocks Community College

University of Maryland/ European Division
a Bachelor of Arts, Music

Experience
Asian Tourist Guide   October 2013 - Present
Self Employed, Writer  February 2005 - Present
Dusters California   November 2012 - November 2013
ADESP - Associação de Decoradores do Estado de São Paulo   March 2011 - November 2012
Colnaghi Design   March 2010 - November 2012
bebe  August 2009 - December 2010
Bumbum Ipanema Beach Wear   2002 - 2004

Skills
Brazilian Portuguese, Social Media Marketing, Creative Writer, Blogging, Poetry, Marketing Strategy, Publishing, Facebook, Marketing, Online Marketing, Content Strategy, Social Media, Books, Fashion, Press Releases, Market Research, Social Networking, Copywriting, Creative Direction, Blogger, Pinterest, Advertising

Education

Social Media Marketing


Fashion Marketing and Fashion Buying


Visual Merchandising


Marketing, Advertising and Sale Promotions

Fundação Getulio Vargas
Service Marketing

SENAC   2002 — 2003
Fashion Marketing


Marketing e Design

Universidade Estácio de Sá
Sport Marketing

Universidade Veiga de Almeida   1997 — 2001
Brazilian Law

Santa Monica College
Poetry

Experience
Freelance Film/Television Production   February 2000 - Present
Self-Employed Writer   February 1988 - Present
Elisabeth Ballstadt, Actor   February 1982 - Present
Blur MediaWorks   April 2012 - June 2013
DMARC   December 2009 - April 2012
Applied Art & Technology  May 2008 - April 2009
SImply Michele, Inc.   2001 - 2008
KDSM FOX 17  2000 - 2004

Skills
Video Production, Television, Broadcast, Post Production, Media Production, Commercials, Avid, Video, Videography, Film Production, Producing, Voice Acting, HD Video, Film, Screenwriting, Theatre, Advertising, Camera, Directing, Voice Over, Music Videos, Independent Film, Short Films, Stage, Feature Films, Reality, Casting, Cinematography, Documentaries, Pre-production, Non-linear Editing, Camera Operating, Video Editing, Drama, Acting, Final Cut Pro, Film Editing, Web Video, Final Cut Studio, Creative Writing, Broadcast Television, Plays, Dvd, Digital Video, Storytelling, Broadcast Journalism, Editing, Production Managment

Education
Drexel University   1997 — 2000
bachelors, Film, Design, Theater

Council Rock High School   1994 — 1997

Indianola High School   1993 — 1997

Experience
www.loneoakmontessori.com   April 2015 - Present
www.independentlyschooled.com   May 2014 - January 2015
The Language Playground   April 2010 - April 2013
Self-employed writer   February 2009 - April 2011
PFC Energy  January 2006 - March 2009
PFC Energy  2004 - 2006
BBC Worldwide Americas  1997 - 2000

Skills
Fluent in Spanish, Fluent in French, Biofuels, Economics, Renewable Energy, Energy, Sustainability, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Business Strategy, Public Speaking, Energy Efficiency, Project Management, Strategic Planning, French, Energy Policy

Education
Columbia University - School of International and Public Affairs   1999 — 2001
Masters International Affairs, Finance and Business, Latin America

Grinnell College   1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish, Economics

Experience
Heartland Christian Writers Retreat   January 2012 - Present
Self-employed writer   January 2005 - Present
Center for Global Impact   October 2011 - August 2013
Mount Pleasant Church and Ministries   August 2000 - November 2010
Greenwood Middle School  July 1992 - July 2000
Greenwood Middle School  August 1992 - June 2000
IUPUI  August 1985 - May 1992
The Messenger  August 1980 - May 1981
Paul Hadley Jr. High School   August 1976 - May 1980

Skills
Marketing Strategy, Feature Writing, Editing, Writing, Public Relations, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Nonprofits, Newspapers, Books, Teaching, Advertising, Marketing, Blogging, Newsletters, Publishing, Creative Writing, Copywriting, Proofreading, Freelance Writing, Press Releases, Non-fiction, Journalism, Public Speaking, Magazines

Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis   1976 — 1980
Masters of Science, Secondary Education

Ball State University   1972 — 1976
Bachelor of Arts, English / Journalism

Ball State University   1972 — 1976
B.A, English

Bloomfield High School   1968 — 1972

Indiana University
M.S, Secondary Education

Experience
Hope College  2015 - Present
Vermont College of Fine Arts  2014 - Present
Holland Community Health Center   2007 - Present
Self-Employed Writer   2006 - Present
Hope College  2008 - 2013
Boys and Girls Club of Greater Holland   2009 - 2012
Jubilee Urban Revitalization Ministries   2008 - 2012
Boys and Girls Club of Greater Holland   1995 - 2011
Gracias, Honduras, Medical Mission (Luke Society)   1989 - 2010
Holland Eye Surgery Center   1977 - 2004

Skills
Ophthalmology, Public Speaking, Editing, Research, Non-profits, Nonprofits, Teaching, Leadership, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Program Development, Public Relations, Program Evaluation, Student Development, Resume Writing, Qualitative Research, Spanish, Staff Development, Strategic Planning, Policy Analysis, Blogging, Volunteer Management, PowerPoint, Grants, Newsletters, Leadership Development, Public Policy, Community Development, Higher Education, Conflict Resolution, Non-profit..., Social Entrepreneurship, NGOs, Human Rights, Peacebuilding, Strategic Communications, Speech Writing, Social Services, Policy, Capacity Building, Community Engagement, Political Science, Proposal Writing, Conflict Analysis, International Relations, Copy Editing

Education
Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies, University of Notre Dame   2004 — 2006
M.A., International Peace Studies

University of Michigan Medical School   1968 — 1972
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Medicine

DePauw University   1964 — 1968
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies, English

Experience
Tamara Shoemaker   September 2015 - Present
Self-employed writer   May 2006 - Present
Route 11 Publications   2012 - 2013
Route 11 Publications   2012 - 2013

Skills
Creative Writing, Copy Editing, Books, Proofreading, Blogging, Novels, Published Author, Poetry

Education
Eastern Mennonite University   2001 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Language and Literature, General

Rosedale Bible College   2000 — 2001
Bible/Biblical Studies

Experience
Keysight Technologies  February 2015 - Present
Self-Employed Writer   2008 - Present
Sonoma Media Group  1993 - Present
Agilent Technologies  1999 - November 2014
Hewlett-Packard  September 1977 - 1999

Skills
Radio, Voice Acting, Voice Over, Radio Host, Online Advertising, Public Speaking, Media Relations, Sound, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Editing, Video Production, Advertising, Broadcast, Social Media, Event Planning, Entertainment, Audio Editing, Radio Broadcasting, Video, Video Editing, Creative Writing

Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo   1973 — 1977
Communication Studies

Santa Rosa Junior College
Associate's Degree, Business Administration

Experience
Mentoring Minds LP  2013 - Present
Self-employed writer   January 2011 - Present
Capstone College Advising   October 2012 - August 2015
The Brook Hill School  August 2012 - July 2015
McPherson Sentinel  August 2009 - May 2011

Skills
Journalism, Creative Writing, Editing, Screenwriting, Tutoring, Freelance Writing, Coaching, Essayist, Ceramics, Copywriting, Teaching

Education
McPherson College   2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English, Magna Cum Laude

Central Christian College of Kansas   2007 — 2009
Associate of Arts (A.A.), English

Lindale High School   2004 — 2007

Century High School

Experience
self-employed writer   1986 - Present
Fulton County Schools  1992 - 2010
Chemical Bank NYC   1972 - 1976

Skills
Blogging, Creative Writing, Copy Editing, Public Speaking, Teaching, Feature Articles, Social Networking, Broadcast, Higher Education, Journalism, Curriculum Design, Editing, Books, Proofreading, Newsletters, Literature, Copywriting, Improvisation, AP Style, Scene Study, Non-fiction, Fiction

Education
Emory University   1979 — 1980
English/Reading Masters Program

Georgia State University   1978 — 1979
English Masters program

Cardinal Cushing College   1965 — 1969
BA, American Studies/English

St. Mary's High School Manhasset NY   1961 — 1965

Experience
1800PocketPC.com   August 2014 - Present
TruTower   January 2012 - Present
Self-Employed Writer   August 1996 - Present
Convergys  August 2010 - September 2011
Alorica  June 2006 - July 2008
Alltel Wireless  April 2007 - January 2008

Skills
Blogging, Creative Writing, SEO, Editing, Social Networking, Publishing, Web Content, Copy Editing, Content Management, Poetry, Content Writing, Ghostwriting, Freelance Writing, Marketing, Customer Service, Content Development, Newsletters, Writing, Content Strategy, Online Advertising, Web Design, Mobile Devices, Management, Sales Management, WordPress, Mobile Applications, Proofreading, Mobile Communications, Business Development, Supervisory Experience, Supervisory Skills, JavaScript, Coaching, HTML, Telemarketing, Mobile Technology, iPad, HTML + CSS, Roaming, Mobile VoIP

Education
Dixie State College   2003 — 2006
Creative Writing

Enterprise High School   1999 — 2003
High School Diploma, General Studies

Experience
Two Hawks Quarterly   July 2014 - Present
Freelance  September 2013 - Present
Self-employed writer   October 2012 - Present
Examiner.com  April 2012 - Present
Freelance Writer and Blogger  September 2011 - Present
The Best Service Co., Inc.   2008 - Present
Pinkerton Model and Talent Co.   August 2006 - Present
Underground Theater Company   April 2010 - September 2011
DivaSpins   April 2010 - February 2011

Skills
Film, Acting, Creative Writing, Television, Blogging, Film Production, Short Films, Theatre, Entertainment, Dialects, Social Networking, Screenwriting, English, Video Production, Comedy, Music Videos, Feature Films, Directing, French, Commercials, Festivals, Casting, Improvisation, Dance, Facebook, Video, Final Draft, New Media, Music, Publicity, Storytelling, Voice Acting, Plays, Independent Film, Publishing, Art, Drama, Producing, Stage, Journalism, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Writing, Editing, Copy Editing, Marketing

Education
Antioch University-Los Angeles   2013 — 2016
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Creative Writing, 4.0

Aaron Speiser Acting Studio   2007 — 2010
N/A, Improvisation/Script Interpretation/Scene Study

Hagerstown Community College   2004 — 2005
Associate of Arts (AA), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Deans List, 3.8 GPA

Experience
Self-employed writer   October 2010 - Present
United States Air Force  1996 - 2014
Wynn Las Vegas  2008 - 2009
The Mirage  2007 - 2008

Skills
Proofreading, Journalism, Fiction, Publications, Creative Writing, Web Content, Published Author, Research, Books, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Teaching, Copy Editing, Editing, Creative Writer, Publishing, Fiction Writing, Blogging, Copywriting, Freelance Writing, Newsletters

Education
Dearborn High School   1999 — 2003
High School Diploma

Central Michigan University   1993 — 1994

Community College of the Air Force
Associate’s Degree, Hotel, Restaurant and Fitness Management

Community College of the Air Force
Associate’s Degree, Human Resources Management and Services

Experience
Perkiomen Valley High School  December 2014 - Present
Self-employed writer   2005 - Present
Gwynedd-Mercy College  2012 - July 2015
Gwynedd-Mercy College  2008 - December 2013
Arcadia University  January 2012 - June 2012
Harleysville Insurance  2000 - 2005
insurance claims adjusting   1990 - 1999

Skills
Higher Education, Curriculum Development, Teaching, Editing, Copy Editing, Writing, Tutoring, Creative Writing, Literature, Blogging, Proofreading, Visual Literacy

Education
Arcadia University   2010 — 2012
Master's degree, English Language and Literature/Letters

Experience
Huntsville Memorial Hospital  April 2014 - Present
Self-employed writer   March 2011 - Present
Winner's Circle Juvenile Programs, a Division of Destination Point Ministries   January 2011 - February 2015
Target  2011 - April 2014
Discovery Days Preschool   October 2008 - October 2010
CROSSMARK  August 2008 - November 2008
Walker County Clerk's Office   November 2005 - January 2008
Walker County Title Company   January 2003 - November 2005

Skills
Blogging, Writing, Teaching, Non-profits, Fundraising, Books, Poetry, Published Author, Editing, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Press Releases, Newsletters, Research, Creative Writing, Social Media, Public Relations, Event Planning, Publishing, Promotions, Social Networking, Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Copy Editing, Wordpress, Advertising, Excel, Customer Relations, Publicity, Publications, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Mentoring, Facebook, Journalism, Stories, Volunteer Management, Microsoft Excel, Marketing Strategy, Telephone Skills, Marketing, Freelance Writing, Community Outreach, Leadership Development, Storytelling

Education
Sam Houston State University   2011 — 2011
Certificate of Completion, Writing Effective Grant Proposals

American InterContinental University   2006 — 2007
Associates of Arts Degree, Business Administration

Experience
Dread Unicorn Games, LLC   2014 - Present
Self Employed Writer  December 2013 - Present
SunStone Websites   January 2011 - Present
Microsoft Corporation  1992 - 2004
Oracle  August 1991 - September 1992

Skills
ASP.NET MVC, C#, HTML, JavaScript, jQuery, jQuery UI, Distributed Systems, C++, Agile Methodologies, Web Design, C# 4.0, Test Driven Development, Object Oriented Design, Software Development, .NET, Software Design, ASP.NET, LINQ, User Interface, Web Development, CSS, User Interface Design, Software Engineering, Windows Azure, Visual Studio, Scrum

Education
Cal State Hayward   1986 — 1990
BS CS, Computer Science

Experience
Self-employed writer   Author of romantic suspense, thriller, and futuristic fiction.Director of Marketing CommunicationsEmpowerTel Networks, Inc.June 2000 - February 2002
Nortel Networks, Santa Clara, CA   September 1997 - March 2000
RF Monolithics, Inc.   October 1994 - September 1997
Todd Advertising   May 1980 - January 1992

Skills
Copywriting, Press Releases, Creative Writing, Creative Direction, Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications, Advertising, Publications, Technical Writing, Feature Articles, Fiction Writing, Fine Art and Graphic..., Copyediting, Web Content, Copy Editing

Education
San Jose State University   1981 — 1984
MS degree in Mass Communications with minor in Creative Writing, Mass Communications, GPA 4.0/4.0

Cal Poly San Luis Obispo   1962 — 1966
BS with Honors, Technical Journalism, GPA 3.45

Allan Hancock College
Associate's degree, Engineering Physics, GPA 3.35

Experience
Self-employed writer   August 2003 - Present
Abingdon Theatre Company  2013 - 2013
Fullerton College  2012 - 2013
Samuel French, Inc.   2011 - 2012
Theatre Artists Studio   December 2010 - March 2011
Source Theatre   2011 - 2011
The New American Theatre   June 2010 - November 2010
Adirondack Theatre Festival  May 2010 - July 2010
Premiere Stages  May 2007 - November 2007
Pendragon Theatre  May 2003 - September 2003

Skills
Beginning Playwriting..., Playwriting, Creative Writing, Theatre, Short Films, Stage, Storytelling, Screenwriting, Plays, Publishing, Festivals, Entertainment, Film, Video, Video Production, Journalism, Television, Drama, Scripting, Film Production, Editorial, Editing, Publicity, Press Releases, Copy Editing, Books, Copywriting, Short Stories, Fiction, Literature, Poetry

Education
Bradley University   1969 — 1973
B.A., English Language and Literature, General

Experience
Charles River Creative Arts Program (CRCAP)   2015 - Present
Charles River School  April 2004 - Present
self-employed writer   2011 - Present
Waltham Symphony Orchestra   2011 - Present
Newton Symphony   2000 - 2009
Natick Public Schools  September 2003 - June 2004

Skills
Curriculum Development, Teaching, Classroom, Curriculum Design, Staff Development, Grant Writing, Lesson Planning, Classroom Management, Differentiated..., Elementary Education, Literacy, Educational Leadership, Educational Technology, Teacher Training, Language Arts, Social Studies, Blogging, Technical Writing, Creative Writing, Cello, Classical Music, Parenting

Education
Haverford College   1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Anthropology

Boston College   1985 — 1986
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Early Childhood Education and Teaching

Experience
J. Scott Bush Company, P.C.   June 2012 - Present
Self-Employed Writer   June 2011 - July 2012
Zumaya Publications LLC   January 2011 - April 2011
Babies in Bloom and Blooming Deals Consignment   October 2004 - August 2010

Skills
Writing, Social Media, Copy Editing, AutoCAD, ArcGIS

Education
California University of Pennsylvania   2008 — 2011
BA, English

Chesapeake Community College   2006 — 2008
Liberal Arts

Experience
Reflected Light Books   July 2011 - Present
Self-employed writer   2007 - Present
All Solar Electric   January 2001 - Present

Skills
Fiction Writing, Storytelling, Creative Writing, Books, Editing, Social Media, Publishing, Published Author, Non-fiction, Copy Editing, Fiction, Marketing, Feature Articles, Proofreading, Copywriting, Blogging, Freelance Writing, Ebooks, Publicity

Education
Central Methodist College   1965 — 1970
B.A., English, Music

Experience
Self-Employed  I wrote articles, poems and short stories. I am currently working on a book. TeacherPublic School2011 - April 2015
Self Employed Writer  1982 - 2015
Self Employed Writer  1982 - 2015
Washington County Schools  2008 - 2011
Public School  1998 - 2005
Pitt County Schools  1977 - 1980
ECU News Bureau   September 1971 - June 1976

Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Photoshop, Teaching, HTML, Public Speaking, Budgets, Editing, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Photography, Proofreading, Newsletters, Writing, Poetry, Creative Writing, Blogging

Education
University of North Carolina at Wilmington   2005 — 2007
Master's degree, Language and Literacy

NC Central University   1999 — 2000
Certified in Reading Recovery, Reading Recovery Training, A

East Carolina University   1971 — 1976
Bachelor's degree, Early Childhood Education and Teaching

Experience
Self-employed writer   1978 - Present
Fairfield University  September 2012 - Present
free lance author   1980 - Present
University of Bridgeport  September 2014 - Present
Summer Institute for the Gifted, Yale University   July 2011 - Present
Housatonic Community College  September 2012 - December 2012
Fairfield Continuing Ed   September 2012 - December 2012
Westport Writers Workshop   September 2012 - November 2012

Skills
Fiction Writing, Creative Writing, Fiction, Freelance Writing, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Literature, Editing, Editorial, Publications, Newsletters, Journalism, Public Speaking, Content Development, Poetry, Grant Writing, Books, Non-fiction, Teaching, Copywriting, Higher Education, Screenwriting, Feature Articles, Short Stories, Blogging, Teaching Writing, Media Relations, Magazines, Public Relations, Press Releases, Storytelling, Research, Social Media, Newspapers, Publishing, Technical Writing, Content Strategy, Text Editing, Ebooks, Ghostwriting, Manuscript, Web Content, Publicity, Online Journalism, AP Style, Online Publishing, Fact-checking, Published Author, Tutoring, Playwriting

Education
Fairfield University   2009 — 2011
MFA, Creative Writing - Fiction

Antioch College   1969 — 1972
BA, Literature

Experience
Self Employed Writer  April 2012 - Present
Tribal Brands  2001 - April 2012
Beatnik, Inc  June 1997 - April 2001
NCD  1997 - 2000
Digital Equipment Corporation  July 1988 - May 1996

Skills
New Business Development, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Partnerships, Mobile Marketing, Mobile Devices, Mobile Applications, Marketing Strategy, Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, User Experience, Go-to-market Strategy, Product Marketing, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Email Marketing, Leadership, Product Development, Business Strategy, Strategy, Start-ups, Program Management, Digital Marketing, Product Management, Digital Media, Digital Strategy, Online Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Brand Development, Blogging, Entertainment

Education
Boston College   1984 — 1988
BS, English, Communications, Graduated Cum Laude

Lincoln Sudbury Regional High School   1980 — 1984

Experience
Self Employed Writer  1995 - Present
Care Provider   July 2008 - Present
In Home Support Services  February 2011 - July 2012
Revolutions in Fitness   March 2006 - October 2007
Cambrian Summer Music Program   May 2004 - July 2007
Cambrian School District  August 2005 - June 2007
Lockheed Martin  November 1996 - November 1998
Interim Personnel  April 1996 - November 1996
Great Balls to Fire   May 1991 - May 1995
Claris Corporation  June 1988 - August 1992

Skills
Editing, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Windows, Social Media, HTML, Photoshop, FrameMaker, Fundraising, Marketing Communications, Management, Software Documentation, Training, Teaching, Administrative..., Creative Writing, Mac, Blogging, Social Networking, Published Author, Technical Writing

Education
De Anza College
AA, Liberal Arts

Experience
Self-Employed Stand-up Comic   April 2013 - Present
Gardena Valley JCI   September 2008 - Present
Self Employed  July 1998 - Present
Self-Employed Writer   July 2009 - March 2012
Disney ABC Television Group  2005 - 2006

Skills
Acting, Film, Theatre, Stage, Comedy, Stand-up Comedy, Japanese language..., Registered Dietitian

Education
Tokyo University of Agriculture
Nutrition Sciences

Experience
Self Employed Writer  March 2014 - Present
Carollo Engineers  November 2007 - March 2014
Carollo Engineers  September 1998 - November 2007
Ward and Smith, P.A.   May 1997 - May 1998

Skills
Proposal Writing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Desktop Publishing, Creative Writing, Technical Editing, Adobe Creative Suite, Technical Writing, Editing, InDesign

Education
Western Carolina University   1993 — 1996
BFA, Fine Arts

Penland School of Crafts   1993 — 1994
Fine Arts

University of North Carolina at Asheville   1993 — 1994
Art

East Carolina University   1991 — 1993
Art

University of North Carolina at Charlotte   1989 — 1991

Experience
FCB Health  July 2015 - Present
Agency Rx  October 2013 - Present
Health4Brands  May 2013 - October 2013
MyHealthNewsDaily   January 2011 - April 2013
Thomson Reuters  September 2011 - January 2012
NPR  June 2011 - August 2011
Self-employed writer   March 2009 - August 2010
Harrison and Star  September 2005 - February 2009
Saatchi & Saatchi Healthcare  May 2004 - September 2005

Skills
Journalism, Copy Editing, Editing, Web Content, News Writing, Online Journalism, Copywriting

Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism   2010 — 2011
Master's degree, Journalism

St. John's University
Bachelor's degree, Journalism

Experience
Self Employed Writer  January 2010 - Present
BodyEarth.net   September 2009 - Present
California Department of Health Services (now CDPH)   July 1998 - October 2000
DNAX Research Institute  April 1989 - July 1994

Skills
Writing, Website Design, Scientific Research, Blogging, Independent Research, Wordpress, Epidemiology, Molecular Biology, International Relations, Social Networking, Strategic Communications, Social Media Marketing, Research, Web Content, Nonprofits, Non-profits, Web Design, Nutrition, Technical Writing, Newsletters, New Media, WordPress, Publishing, Facebook, Books, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Editorial, Teaching

Education
Boston University   1996 — 1998
MPH, Epidemiology and Biostatistics

Stanford University   1982 — 1988
A.B., B.S., International Relations, Biological Sci.

Experience
Self-employed writer   July 2003 - Present
Transdev  March 2001 - September 2015
State Journal-Register  October 1972 - November 1978

Skills
Special Projects, Project Coordination, Transportation, Transportation..., Supervisory Skills, Scheduling, Process Scheduler, Projects, Operations Management, Team Building, Military, Training, Inventory Management, Microsoft Office, Newspapers, Strategic Planning, Policy, Magazines, Government, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Editing

Education
Bradley University   1967 — 1971
B.S., journalism

Experience
self employed writer  January 1987 - Present
Danalee's Child Care Center   June 1976 - April 1982

Education
California State University-Los Angeles   1973 — 1975
Early Childhood Education, early childhood education

Experience
Self Employed Writer  January 2001 - Present
Milestone Internet Marketing  2001 - Present

Education
Emory University   1984 — 1988
BA English, English, Creative Writing, Film

Experience
GeekMom  September 2010 - Present
Wired.com  April 2009 - Present
Sequential Tart   2003 - Present
Self-employed writer   January 2000 - Present
Barnes & Noble  November 1992 - June 1999

Skills
Blogging, Fiction, Editing, Creative Writing, Journalism, Books, Publishing, WordPress

Education
Boston University   1985 — 1987
bachelor degree, journalism

Experience
Central Piedmont Community College  April 2013 - Present
Homeless Services Network of Charlotte, NC   October 2011 - Present
OkTutor   January 2013 - July 2014
Urban Ministry Center  October 2012 - May 2014
Innovative Community Resources NC, Inc.   October 2011 - October 2012
Self-employed writer   August 2010 - November 2011
Department Of Educaton   2009 - 2010
Publicis Groupe Media  June 2008 - April 2009
Forrest Solutions  May 2008 - June 2008
Clark University  August 2004 - May 2008

Skills
Non-profits, Volunteer Management, Volunteer Training, English, Writing, Proofreading, Fact-checking, JSTOR, At-risk Youth, Older Adults, One-on-one Training, Classroom Training, Administrative Support, General Office Duties, Employee Training, Newsletters, Administrative..., Nonprofits, Event Planning, Customer Service, Training, Interviews, Program Development, Grants, Leadership Development, Editing, Public Speaking, Organizational..., Management, Fundraising, Outlook, Online Research, Leadership, Community Outreach, Coaching, Social Services, Public Relations, Research, Tutoring, Team Building, Program Management, Volunteer Recruiting, Data Analysis, Access

Education
Clark University   2004 — 2008
BA, Psychology, English, History

Wake Forest Univesity   2012 — 2013
Certificate, Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management

Central Piedmont Community College   2012 — 2013
N/A, Business, 3.80

Experience
Self-employed writer   2007 - Present
Kaiser Permanente  October 1990 - February 2010
Veterans Health Administration  June 1987 - September 1990

Skills
Editing, Proofreading, Creative Writing, Christian Ministry, Blogging, Fiction, Non-fiction, Freelance Writing, Public Speaking, Copy Editing, Published Author, Fiction Writing, Books, Storytelling, Non-profits, Microsoft Word, Screenwriting, Novels, Ebooks, Feature Articles, Ghostwriting, Book Reviews, Publications, Magazine Articles, Manuscript, Poetry, Web Content, Creative Writer, Newsletters

Education
Baylor College of Medicine   1984 — 1986
Bachelor of Science (BSc), masters equivalent, Physician Assistant

Metropolitan State College of Denver   1976 — 1978
Certificate, Secondary Education and Teaching

Evangel University   1972 — 1976
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology, General

Experience
Self Employed writer  January 1995 - Present

Skills
Television, Editing, Film, Social Media, Copy Editing, Blogging, Journalism, Drama, Theatre, Social Networking, Books, Editorial, Video, Publishing, Newsletters, Storytelling, Creative Writing

Education
Calvin College   1990 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Environmental Science with a Economics minor

Experience
Bruce Brady   January 2011 - Present
Self-employed writer   October 2010 - Present

Skills
Published Author, Real Estate, Web Content, Blogging, Books, Home Staging, Sellers, First Time Home Buyers, Public Relations, Copywriting, Telecommunications, Financial Advisory, Sales, Home, Telecommunications Sales, Home Electronics Sales, Creative Writing, Freelance Writing, Proofreading, Social Networking

Education
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona   1976 — 1980
BS, Marketing Management

California State Polytechnic University-Pomona   1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing/Marketing Management, General

Experience
Self-Employed Writer   January 2004 - Present
Birmingham Arts Journal   April 2009 - April 2009
Alabama Writers Conclave   2009 - 2009
Self-Employed Writing Instructor   August 2004 - October 2008
The Rambler Magazine   January 2008 - February 2008
Women Who Write   January 2008 - January 2008
The Birmingham News  1976 - 1977

Education
University of Montevallo   2004 — 2009
Creative Writing

Tennessee Mountain Writers   2007 — 2007

Appalachian Writers Association Conference   2004 — 2004

Green River Writers   2002 — 2003

Birmingham-Southern College   1995 — 2002
Creative Writing

Words & Music   2001 — 2001

University of Alabama at Birmingham   1990 — 1996
History, English, Creative Writing

Experience
Self Employed Writer  February 2006 - Present

Skills
Fiction, Short Stories, Novels, Fiction Writing, Freelance Writing, Copy Editing, Creative Writing, Proofreading, Editing, Books, Poetry, Journalism, Ghostwriting, Book Reviews, Memoir, Blogging, Published Author, Web Content, Feature Articles, Storytelling

Education
Aims Community College   1976 — 1978
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General

Experience
Self-employed writer   January 2008 - Present
Hollywood Pictures   1990 - 1991

Skills
Creative Writing, Screenwriting, Writing, Film, Blogging, Storytelling, Books, Fiction

Education
Boston University   1988 — 1990
B.S., Broadcasting and Film

Emerson College   1986 — 1987
Film

Arizona State University

Experience
Self-employed writer   Attorney-NegotiatorState Farm Insurance1985 - 1998

Skills
Blogging, Books, Novels, Creative Writing

Education
Creighton University School of Law
Juris Doctorate

Experience
Diablo Valley College  January 1994 - Present
Self-employed writer   1973 - Present
Mt. Diablo Unified School District  August 2005 - June 2014

Skills
Classroom, Lesson Planning, Inspiring People, Editing, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Design, Student Engagement, Educational Leadership

Education
California State University-East Bay
MA English, 19th Century British and American Literature/Composition

Saint Mary's College of California
Teaching Credential

Sonoma State University
BA English, Linguistics

Experience
Empty Vessel Pottery   Ceramics InstructorKalamazoo Institute of Arts2006 - Present
Self-employed writer   1999 - 2008

Education
Bennington College   1996 — 1999
MFA, Writing & Literature, Poetry

College of St. Rose   1987 — 1991
BA, English Literature

Experience
Self employed writer 

Skills
Adjunct College..., Commercial Real Estate..., Assistant Special...

Education
Central Maine Community College
Associate's degree, Taxation

University of Southern Maine
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General

Experience
Self-employed writer   PR Manager/PR Specialist/Brand SpecialistWynn Las Vegas2007 - 2011
El Paso Inc.   2006 - 2007

Skills
Copywriting, Technical Writing, Editing, Editorial, Advertorials, Radio Advertising, Television Advertising, Print Ads, Sales Letters, Pitch Letters, Brochures, Marketing Copy

Education
Concordia University-Irvine   2001 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History and Political Science