St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Industry: Newspaper
DescriptionThe St. Louis Post-Dispatch is the major regional newspaper in St. Louis, Missouri, serving St. Louis City and County, St. Charles County, the Metro East and surrounding counties. It is the only daily newspaper in the city. The publication has received 18 Pulitzer Prizes. Circulation: 98,104 Daily; 157,543 Sunday; (September 2016) Headquarters: 900 North Tucker Boulevard; St. Louis, Missouri 63101; United States Editor: Gilbert Bailon First issue date: 12 December 1878 Format: Compact (March 23, 2009) Awards: Pulitzer Prize for Public Service, Nominations: Pulitzer Prize for Breaking News Reporting
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St. Louis Post-Dispatch Employees
Nestlé Purina North America July 2015 - Present
Nestlé Purina North America January 2015 - July 2015
Moosylvania August 2013 - December 2014
Moosylvania January 2012 - August 2013
St. Louis Post-Dispatch June 2011 - January 2012
St. Louis Post-Dispatch February 2011 - January 2012
St. Louis Post-Dispatch September 2010 - February 2011
v-Fluence Interactive Public Relations June 2010 - December 2010
Fleishman-Hillard January 2010 - May 2010
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Online Advertising, Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, PPC, Google Analytics, Analytics, SEM, Digital Strategy, Google Adwords, Facebook Ads, SEO, Marketing Research, Digital Marketing, Planning, Email Marketing, Media Planning, Online Marketing, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Web Analytics, Social Media Measurement, Microsoft Excel, Advertising, Digital Media, Content Strategy
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 2013 — 2015
Master's degree, Marketing Research
University of Missouri-Columbia 2006 — 2009
Bachelor's of Journalism, Print and Digital News; Minor in German Studies
The University of North Dakota 2011 — 2012
Certificate, Geographic Information Systems
Coldwell Banker Gundaker September 2001 - Present
Anadac, Inc. (Division of Identix Corporation) March 2001 - September 2001
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1988 - March 2001
Riverfront Times May 1983 - September 1988
St. Louis Police Department 1979 - 1983
Skills
Selling, Real Estate, Marketing, Sales, Contract Negotiation, Sales Management, New Business Development, Sales Operations, Customer Service, Cold Calling, Investments, Purchasing, Time Management, Analysis, First Time Home Buyers, Relocation, Sellers, Team Building, Property, Short Sales, Account Management, Training, Buyer Representation, Residential Homes, REO, New Home Sales, Listings, Marketing Strategy, Business Development, Product Development, Negotiation, Foreclosures, Referrals, Investment Properties, Management, Single Family Homes, Investors, Condos, Townhomes, Real Estate Transactions
Education
National Association of Realtors 2004 — 2004
e-PRO, Internet Technology Certification
Graduate of Realtor Institute 2001 — 2004
GRI, Specialized Real Estate Training
Greater St. Louis Police Academy
Law Enforcement
St. Louis Community College
Tarkio College
Business Administration
Rex Chekal Design and Strategy Services January 2015 - Present
Table XI Partners LLC December 2014 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times February 2014 - December 2014
Wrapports March 2013 - January 2014
Chicago Tribune Media Group March 2012 - March 2013
Chicago Tribune Media Group October 2007 - March 2012
The Tribune / McClatchy March 2005 - October 2007
St. Louis Post Dispatch August 2004 - January 2005
Daily Iowan April 2003 - June 2004
Skills
QuarkXPress, InDesign, Photoshop, Editing, Illustrator, Headline Writing, Mag+, Creative Writing, Magazines, Illustration, Editorial, Journalism, Advertising, Graphics, Newspapers, Publications, Storytelling, Online Journalism, Multimedia, Publishing, Breaking News, Copywriting, Newspaper Design, Graphic Design
Education
Starter League 2014 — 2014
UX/UI design
University of Iowa 2001 — 2004
BA, Journalism
RW Smith & Co. April 2015 - Present
Syburg's Eating and Drinking Company November 2014 - January 2015
Pain Relief Associates (formerly Breakthrough Pain Relief Clinics) September 2014 - November 2014
St. Louis Post-Dispatch May 2010 - August 2014
Lonestar Steakhouse January 2011 - June 2014
Waterway Gas & Wash April 2010 - August 2010
All American Gymnastics January 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Writing, Broadcast, Marketing Communications, Promotions, Radio, Journalism, Event Planning, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Social Media, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies
Pattonville High School 2006 — 2010
General
St. Louis Post Dispatch January 2006 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch June 2004 - September 2006
The Press Democrat May 2001 - June 2004
News & Record September 1999 - May 2001
Las Vegas Sun 1993 - 1997
Skills
Copy Editing, Journalism, News Writing, Photography, Ap Style, Editorial, Blogging, Art, Feature Articles, Social Media, Fashion, Final Cut Pro, SEO, Video Production, Advertising, Newspapers, Publications, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Public Relations, Entertainment, Media Relations, Press Releases, Photoshop, Video, Marketing Communications, Digital Media, Copywriting, Magazines, Facebook, Storytelling, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Publicity, Editing, InCopy, New Media, Web Content, Publishing, Newsletters, AP Style
Education
The University of Edinburgh 1997 — 1998
Universidad Internacional Menéndez Pelayo 1993 — 1993
University of Nevada-Las Vegas 1990 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts
Western High School
Nestlé Purina North America 2014 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2014 - 2014
Elsevier 2012 - 2014
Elsevier 2010 - 2012
Detours Magazine 2010 - 2011
Truman State University Index 2008 - 2011
Truman State University Press 2010 - 2010
Elsevier 2010 - 2010
Elsevier 2009 - 2009
Skills
Copy Editing, Editorial, Illustration, Journalism, Microsoft Excel, Publishing, Teamwork, Writing, Quality Assurance, Online Publishing, Publications, Ebooks, Books, New Media, Internal Communications, Content Development
Education
Truman State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), English Language and Literature, General, Graduated Cum Laude
Washington University in St. Louis February 2009 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch February 1996 - January 2009
Law Offices February 1993 - February 1996
Skills
PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Research, Editing, Photoshop, Social Media, Microsoft Office
Education
Atlanta College of Art 1989 — 1990
Photography
Central Missouri State University 1985 — 1988
Photography
TriZetto Provider Solutions May 2014 - Present
Coventry Health Care October 2013 - January 2014
Student January 2013 - September 2013
J&J Sports January 2011 - December 2012
Student January 2009 - December 2011
St. Louis Post-Dispatch April 2007 - September 2008
St. Louis Post-Dispatch March 1999 - April 2007
Warner Bros. Consumer Products October 1999 - July 2000
Zane Williams June 1998 - September 1998
crown cap November 1997 - June 1998
Skills
Layout, Graphics, Illustration, Logo Design, Art Direction, QuarkXPress, Mac, Pre-press, Advertising, Posters, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, InDesign, Computer Graphics, Digital Illustration, Image Editing, Typography, Drawing, Print Production, Flyers, Graphic Design, Image Manipulation, Art, Illustrator, Flash Animation, Computer Repair, Vector Illustration, Digital Photography, Print, Corel Draw, Adobe Acrobat, Direct Mail, Dreamweaver, Newspapers, Flash, Magazines, Production Art, Customer Service, Linux, Cisco, Windows 7, Mac OS, Customer Support, Data Entry, Teaching Adults, Help Desk Support, HIPAA
Education
St. Louis Community College 2013 — 2013
health care IT, MO HealthWins
Art Institute of Pittsburgh 2007 — 2011
Bachelors Of Science in Graphic Design, Graphic Design
St. Louis Community College 1992 — 1995
AAS, Graphic Communication
Houston Chronicle May 1997 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1996 - May 1997
Austin American-Statesman 1987 - 1996
Education
Georgetown High School
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Science (BS), Photojournalism
City of Columbia, IL August 2014 - Present
Brighton Agency May 2014 - July 2014
St. Louis Post-Dispatch December 2005 - May 2014
St. Louis Post-Dispatch May 2004 - December 2005
St. Louis Post-Dispatch April 1997 - May 2004
St. Louis Post-Dispatch March 1993 - April 1997
KMOX Radio February 1991 - March 1993
Skills
Local Marketing, Audience Development, Mobile Marketing, Newspaper, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, Direct Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Digital Media, Marketing Research, Marketing Strategy, Facebook, SEO, Media Relations, Public Relations, Email Marketing, Promotions, Copy Editing, Brand Development, Product Development, Communications Strategy, Market Research, Strategic Planning, Online Advertising, Advertising, Newspapers, Direct Mail, Publishing, Marketing, Advertising Sales
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1990 — 1992
MA, Speech Communication emphasis in Public Relations
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Science, Speech Communications, Speech Communications
St. Louis Post-Dispatch May 2012 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch November 2007 - May 2012
The Dallas Morning News 1986 - 2007
The Dallas Morning News DallasNews.com 1986 - 2007
Skills
Journalism, Newspaper, Editing, Storytelling, Media Relations, Blogging, Press Releases, Copy Editing, News Writing, Online Journalism, Ap Style, Editorial, Publishing, Breaking News, Investigative Reporting, Web Content, Proofreading, Magazines, Multimedia, Social Media, New Media, Public Relations, Headline Writing, Newspapers, AP Style, Publications, QuarkXPress, Fact-checking, InCopy, Newspaper Design, Newsletters, Publicity
Education
The University of Texas at Arlington 1987 — 1991
master's, History
University of Arizona 1977 — 1981
BA, Journalism
Marcos De Niza High
Marcos De Niza High
America's First Financial July 2012 - Present
St. Louis Music, A division of U. S. Band Supplies, Inc. September 2011 - July 2012
St. Louis Post-Dispatch March 2002 - June 2011
Riverfront Times December 2005 - April 2007
Suburban Journals January 1996 - March 2002
Skills
Brochures, Graphic Design, Advertising, Direct Mail, Newspaper, Image Editing, Web Design, Graphics, Logo Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Newspapers, Dreamweaver, Email Marketing, Photo Editing, Publications, Online Advertising, Copywriting, Adobe Muse
Education
South County Education and University Center 2011 — 2011
Certificate, Web Development
St. Louis Community College 1990 — 1995
Associates, Graphic Communications
Duchesne High School 1985 — 1989
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville May 2001 - Present
Missouri Goodwill Industries May 2000 - May 2001
St. Louis Post-Dispatch February 2000 - March 2001
Skills
Press Releases, Public Relations, Event Planning, Newsletters, Event Management, Advertising, Marketing, Community Development, Media Relations, Editing, Feature Articles, Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, Writing, Photography, Facebook, Proofreading, Leadership, AP Style, Fundraising, Publications, Nonprofits, Program Development, Journalism, Social Media Marketing, Community Outreach, Creative Writing, Higher Education, Newspapers, Social Networking, Project Planning, Social Media, Publicity, Volunteer Management, Teaching, Budgets, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Strategic Communications, Program Management, Research, Online Marketing, Time Management, Management
Education
University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg
Master of Arts/Bachelor of Science, Communications/Journalism
University of Central Missouri
Bachelor of Science (BS), Journalism
Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry January 2014 - Present
Boone Hospital Center January 2010 - January 2014
BJC HealthCare 2010 - 2012
Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry August 2007 - January 2010
Columbia Daily Tribune February 2006 - August 2007
Columbia Missourian August 2004 - February 2006
Colorado Springs Gazette May 2005 - August 2005
St. Louis Post-Dispatch January 2005 - May 2005
Skills
Media Relations, Editing, Strategic Communications, Storytelling, Magazines, Creative Writing, Public Relations, Press Releases, Public Speaking, Speech Writing, Community Outreach, Newsletters, Internal Communications, Marketing, Newspapers, Social Media, Advertising, AP Style, Blogging, News Writing, Crisis Communications, Research, Copywriting, Corporate Communications, Facebook, Journalism, Feature Articles, Publications, Writing
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2004 — 2011
MA, Journalism
Truman State University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English
ATS Institute of Technology April 2012 - August 2014
Malcolm X College August 2010 - April 2012
St. Louis Post-Dispatch August 2003 - August 2008
Skills
Writing, Public Relations, Media Relations, Organizing, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Advocacy, Research, Marketing Communications, Community Relations, Blogging, Teaching, Nonprofits, Proofreading, Copy Editing, Editing, Higher Education, Community Development, Event Management
Education
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 2008 — 2010
MFA, Creative Writing
Texas Lutheran University 1989 — 1994
BA, English
The University of Texas at Austin
St. Johns Bank September 2011 - Present
Wildflower Communications October 2007 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch June 1999 - May 2009
Midwest BankCentre September 2005 - October 2007
St. Louis Business Journal April 2002 - September 2005
City of Olivette September 2001 - June 2002
BridgeNews May 2000 - September 2001
Parents as Teachers National Center January 1999 - May 2000
Laclede Gas Company 1996 - 1998
Belleville News-Democrat 1991 - 1996
Skills
Media Relations, Press Releases, Public Relations, Social Media, Editing, Writing, Facebook, Copy Editing, Journalism, Newsletters, Corporate Communications, Copywriting, Marketing Communications, InDesign, Photography, Social Media Marketing, Newspaper, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Event Management, Research, Promotions, Non-profits, Strategic Communications, AP Style, Publications, Word, Social Networking, Internal Communications, Marketing Strategy, Layout, Web Content, Publicity, Stories, Community Relations, Proofreading, Advertising, Crisis Communications, Web Content Management, Adobe Creative Suite, Content Management, News Writing, Brochures, Direct Mail, Creative Development, Communications Strategy, Brand Development, Marketing Materials, Microsoft Word, Magazines
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
BS (2), Business Admin.-Marketing & Communications-Journalism
Highland High School
John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships at Stanford March 2010 - Present
Newsy September 2009 - March 2010
University of Missouri September 2009 - March 2010
St. Louis Post Dispatch October 2006 - August 2009
John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships at Stanford 2005 - 2006
The Dallas Morning News 2000 - 2006
The Dallas Morning News 1995 - 2000
The Rocky Mountain News, the Albuquerque Tribune 1983 - 1990
Skills
Journalism, Editorial, Social Media, Ap Style, Newspaper, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Digital Strategy, Strategy, Blogging, Newspapers, Video, Multimedia, Breaking News, Publishing, New Media, News Writing, Web Content
Education
Stanford University 2005 — 2006
JSK Fellow in Journalism
University of Missouri-Columbia
BJ, Journalism
Ladue News December 2014 - Present
Amplified Digital Agency February 2014 - December 2014
St. Louis Post-Dispatch August 2013 - January 2014
Suburban Journals December 2006 - August 2013
Cintas April 2002 - August 2006
Skills
Marketing Communications, Cold Calling, Advertising, Account Management, B2B, Social Media, Online Advertising, Public Relations, Sales, Social Media Marketing, Online Marketing, Digital Media, Email Marketing, SEM, Direct Mail, Media Planning, Facebook, Lead Generation, Press Releases, Direct Marketing, Digital Marketing, Advertising Sales, Integrated Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Media Relations, Digital Strategy, SEO, Mobile Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Management, Social Networking
Education
Truman State University 1998 — 2002
Bacehlors, Communications, 3.6
St. Louis Post-Dispatch August 2014 - Present
H.W. Herrell Distributing Company February 2013 - July 2014
Anheuser-Busch Companies 2009 - January 2013
Skills
Sales, Marketing, Pricing, Digital Media Planning, Market Planning, Brand Management, Digital Advertising, Digital Planning, Consumer Products, Sales Management, Advertising, Merchandising, Sales Presentations, Cold Calling, Interactive Media..., Online Advertising
Education
Towson University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Towson University 2005 — 2009
BS, Mass Communications
Baker Marquart LLP January 2015 - Present
UCLA August 2012 - Present
Internet Brands June 2014 - August 2014
Marvel Studios January 2014 - April 2014
UCLA Law August 2013 - December 2013
Pierce Law Group LLP June 2013 - July 2013
Summer Discovery June 2012 - July 2012
Washington University Student Media, Inc. dba Student Life Newspaper September 2009 - April 2012
St. Louis Post-Dispatch June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Copy Editing, Tumblr, Newspaper, Blogging, Editing, Social Media, Feature Articles, Facebook, Editorial, Research, Politics, History, Television, Document Drafting, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Legal Documents
Education
UCLA School of Law 2012 — 2015
JD candidate
Washington University in St. Louis 2008 — 2012
B.A. Candidate, History, American Culture Studies, Psychology
Monmouth Cares October 2010 - Present
RBDmusic 1995 - Present
Richard B. Dill, LLC January 1988 - October 2010
Dallas/Ft. Worth Suburban Newspapers January 1985 - December 1986
St. Louis Post-Dispatch August 1984 - December 1984
Skills
Case Managment, Mental Health, Social Services, Crisis Intervention, Adolescents, Family Therapy, Treatment, Research, Behavioral Health, Public Speaking, Group Therapy, Motivational..., Customer Service, Mental Health Counseling, Microsoft Office, Life Transitions, Therapists, Elder Care, Policy, Interventions, Case Management, Public Meeting..., Music Performance, Stress Management, Google Groups, Compassion, Clinical Supervision
Education
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey 1981 — 1983
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
Michigan State University 1977 — 1980
Jonquil Consulting September 2014 - Present
Western Pennsylvania Conservancy October 2012 - October 2014
UPMC January 2011 - October 2012
Akoya March 2009 - January 2011
Allison Schlesinger, Writer and Editor September 2006 - March 2009
The Associated Press June 2000 - September 2006
Allison Schlesinger September 1998 - May 2000
St. Louis Post-Dispatch June 1998 - September 1998
The Minnesota Daily 1994 - 1998
La Crosse Tribune June 1997 - September 1997
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BS, Urban Studies
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BS, Urban Studies
Abstrakt Marketing Group October 2012 - Present
Charter Media 2008 - 2012
Latin-Pak 2007 - 2008
St. Louis Post-Dispatch October 2001 - September 2007
SBC DataCom 1996 - 2001
St. Louis Area Chapter American Red Cross 1994 - 1996
Skills
Marketing, Digital Marketing, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Sales, Online Advertising, Trade Shows, Direct Mail, Special Event, Photoshop, Digital Photography, Advertising, Media Planning, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Digital Media, Marketing Communications, Mobile Marketing, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Retail Marketing, Not-for-profit..., Advertising Sales, B2B, Business Development, Cold Calling, Lead Generation, Sales Presentations, Salesforce.com, New Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Online Marketing, Market Planning, Media Buying, Marketing Management, Copywriting, Digital Strategy, Social Media, B2B Marketing, Press Releases, Market Research, Media Relations, Relationship Marketing, Newsletters, Event Management, Mobile Advertising, New Media, Corporate Communications, Blogging
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1988 — 2004
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Management and Communications
Granite City Senior High
CQ Roll Call August 2013 - Present
CQ Roll Call May 2012 - July 2013
Virginia Statehouse News January 2012 - March 2012
IowaPolitics.com July 2011 - January 2012
St. Louis Post-Dispatch January 2011 - June 2011
Serv-U Restaurant/Bar Supply October 2009 - August 2010
The Daily Illini September 2007 - July 2009
GalleryWatch June 2008 - August 2008
Macomb Journal May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Ap Style, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Journalism, Newspaper, Editing, Blogging, News Writing, Facebook, Press Releases, Breaking News, Social Media, Feature Articles, InCopy, Web Content, AP Style, Newspapers, Social Media Marketing, Multimedia, SEO
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 2010 — 2011
Master, Public Affairs Reporting
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2006 — 2009
B.S., Media Studies, Concentration in Political Science
The St. Louis American June 2013 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch January 2005 - May 2013
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2006 - 2012
Belleville News-Democrat July 1995 - January 2005
Skills
Public Speaking, Author, Creative Writing, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Newspapers, Headline Writing, Media Relations, Circulation
Education
Southwestern Illinois College
English
Frontier Community College 1984 — 1985
Belleville West High School 1978 — 1981
High School Diploma
Express Scripts January 2013 - Present
Monsanto August 2008 - January 2013
St. Louis Post-Dispatch June 2002 - August 2008
Cincinnati Business Courier 2000 - June 2002
Cincinnati Enquirer 1998 - 2000
Chicago Tribune 1997 - 1998
Kankakee Daily Journal 1994 - 1997
Southwest News-Herald 1992 - 1994
Skills
Journalism, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Copy Editing, Editing, Newsletters, Executive..., Executive-level..., Internal & External..., Video Production, Writing, Professional..., Communications Planning, Editorial, Internal Communications, Newspapers, Strategic Communications
Education
State University of New York College at Brockport 1988 — 1992
BS, Journalism
Robert-James Sales July 2012 - Present
Kodiak Equipment March 2011 - July 2012
Stonhard May 2007 - March 2011
DH Pace August 2005 - May 2007
Doll Services & Engineering August 2004 - August 2005
St. Louis Post-Dispatch June 1999 - August 2004
Trader Publishing 1997 - 1999
Skills
Computer Skills -..., Powerful Partnering and..., Building Materials, Epoxy Flooring, Urethane, Key Account Development, Sales, B2B, Account Management, Contract Negotiation, Key Account Management, Flooring, Construction Management, New Business Development, Sales Management, Sales Process, Marketing, Selling, Cold Calling, Leadership, Advertising, Negotiation, Pricing, Sales Operations, Sales Presentations
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1994 — 1996
Bachelor of Science Degree, Television and Radio
Jet Aviation May 2013 - Present
Korein Tillery LLC November 2010 - September 2012
Metro Transit Agency January 2010 - November 2010
Bosworth Communications 2008 - January 2010
Insituform Technologies, Inc March 2007 - August 2008
Fleishman-Hillard August 1999 - September 2006
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1979 - 1999
Skills
Internal Communications, Media Relations, Corporate Communications, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Journalism, Creative Writing, Marketing Communications, Newsletters, Copy Editing, Crisis Communications, Public Relations, Speech Writing, Editing, Marketing, Storytelling, Message Development, Creative Direction, Web Content, Communications Planning, Social Media, Public Affairs, News Writing, Blogging, Publicity, Spokesperson, Crisis Management, Reputation Management, Copywriting, Content Strategy, Proofreading, Corporate Social..., Editorial
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
B.A, English/Journalism
Beck Diefenbach Freelance Photojournalst October 2010 - Present
Beck Diefenbach Wedding Photojournalist February 2009 - Present
Daily Chronicle November 2008 - October 2010
St. Louis Post-Dispatch August 2008 - November 2008
The South Bend Tribune January 2008 - May 2008
The Naperville Sun June 2007 - January 2008
The Daily Illini March 2006 - May 2007
Skills
Photojournalism, Wedding Photojournalism, Sports Photography, iWeb, Slide Shows, Final Cut Pro, Videography, Newspaper, Multimedia, Newspapers, Photography, Editorial, Mac, InDesign, Editing, Photoshop, Breaking News
Education
Eddie Adams Workshop 2010 — 2010
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2003 — 2007
Bachelors of Science, Aviation Human Factors with extended time in Photography and Journalism
Sacred Heart Cathedral Prep 1999 — 2003
Various Publishing Companies 2012 - Present
The Miami Herald 2003 - 2011
Miami Herald 2003 - 2007
Sarasota Herald-Tribune 1998 - 2001
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1997 - 1998
The Sporting News 1996 - 1998
The Ledger 1994 - 1996
The Orlando Sentinel 1982 - 1994
Skills
Content Development, Editing, Writing, Publications, Sports, Copy Editing, Journalism, Multimedia, Newspaper, Copywriting, Social Media, QuarkXPress, Blogging, New Media, Advertising, Publishing, Press Releases, Public Relations, Layout, Research, Online Marketing, Editorial, Web Content, Graphic Design, Production, Magazines, Publicity, Content Management, HTML, Marketing Communications, SEO, AP Style, News Writing, Storytelling
Education
University of Florida
The McClatchy Company March 2015 - Present
Boost Media International September 2014 - February 2015
The Daily Progress February 2014 - August 2014
Stephens Media Digital March 2013 - January 2014
Las Vegas Review-Journal August 2010 - November 2013
Las Vegas Review-Journal March 2010 - August 2010
St. Louis Post-Dispatch February 2007 - March 2010
Las Vegas Review-Journal 2000 - 2007
Second Harvest Food Bank of Nashville 1999 - 2000
America's Second Harvest 1998 - 1999
Skills
Newspaper, Direct Marketing, Direct Mail, Fundraising, Copywriting, Advertising, Account Management, Marketing Communications, Publishing, Lead Generation, Media Planning, B2B, Digital Media, Online Advertising, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Newspapers, Email Marketing, Leadership, Advertising Sales, New Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Non-profits, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1991 — 1994
B.A., Musical Theatre
WDFX FOX34 / Bounce Wiregrass - Raycom Media July 2014 - Present
WDFX FOX 34/Bounce Television February 2013 - July 2014
Raycom Media February 2013 - June 2014
Charter Media August 2006 - February 2013
Charter Communications August 2006 - February 2013
Metro Networks 2005 - 2006
St. Louis Post Dispatch February 2003 - January 2005
WRSP-TV 2001 - 2003
WTAX Radio January 1999 - February 2001
KJRH-TV November 1996 - November 1999
Skills
Sales, Video Production, Advertising, Cable Television, Cross Functional..., Account Management, Online Advertising, Media Planning, Direct Sales, Digital Marketing, Advertising Sales, Digital Media, Television, Media Buying, Newspaper, Cold Calling, Marketing, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Radio, Lead Generation, Broadcast Television
Education
Webster University 2009 — 2011
MA, Marketing
Truman State University 1984 — 1990
Bachelor, Mass Communications
Kirksvile Senior High 1980 — 1984
St. Louis Construction News & Review June 2015 - Present
AAA Midwest and Southern Traveler November 2011 - Present
Write For You 1996 - Present
Write For You 1996 - Present
Webster-Kirkwood Times July 1995 - Present
St. Louis Construction News & Review January 1999 - Present
Commerce Magazine July 2004 - June 2012
Patch.com September 2010 - April 2012
Metro West Fire Protection District February 2001 - June 2007
St. Louis Post Dispatch August 1996 - June 2005
Skills
Feature Articles, Travel Writing, Writing, Editing, Copy Editing, Creative Writing, Journalism, Freelance Writing, Non-fiction, Magazines, Stories, Newspaper, News Writing, Grammar, Magazine Writing, Lifestyle, Magazine Articles, Book Reviews, Newsletters, Books, Public Relations, Storytelling, Newspapers, Publishing, Interviews, Press Releases, Web Content, AP Style, Copywriting, Blogging, Ghostwriting
Education
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 1990 — 1993
BS, General Studies
Moberly Junior College 1961 — 1963
Associates, Communications
St. Louis Community College
Certificate, Writing
St. Louis Community College at Meramec
Creative Writing
University of Missouri - St. Louis
B.S. - Bachelor, General Studies; writing
Missouri School of Journalism September 2014 - Present
Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism August 2014 - Present
Missouri School of Journalism July 2013 - August 2014
Rivals.com June 2011 - June 2013
Kertis Creative, LLC October 2010 - September 2011
The Louisville Courier-Journal June 2006 - January 2011
St. Louis Post-Dispatch February 2006 - May 2006
Kernel Press, Inc. September 2002 - December 2005
The Paducah Sun May 2005 - August 2005
The Cincinnati Post December 2004 - December 2004
Skills
News Writing, Multimedia, Digital Photography, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Video Production, Final Cut Pro, Photography, Editing, Sound, Social Media, Ap Style, Storytelling, Photojournalism, Breaking News, Blogging, Facebook, Video
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2014 — 2016
Master of Arts (M.A.), Journalism
University of Kentucky 2002 — 2005
Bachelor's of science, Journalism
Western Kentucky University 2001 — 2002
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1989 - November 2012
Suburban Journals September 1985 - April 1989
Skills
Graphic Design, Illustration, Digital Illustration, QuarkXPress, Layout, Typography, Pre-press, Art Direction, Brochures, InDesign, Logo Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Corporate Identity, Magazines, Illustrator, Graphics, Mac
Education
Southwestern Illinois College 2013 — 2014
Associate in Applied Science in Web Design
St. Louis Community College 1985 — 1989
Commercial and Advertising Art
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1978 — 1983
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Graphic Design
UnitedHealth Group July 2015 - Present
Simply Healthy, LLC March 2011 - Present
Wellbridge Athletic Club & Spa--Clayton July 2014 - June 2015
St. Louis Post-Dispatch March 2002 - June 2012
Skills
Health Education, Corporate Wellness, Blogging, Public Speaking, Cooking, Business Development, Healthcare, Direct Sales, Consultative Approach, Account Management, Strategic Planning, Lead Generation, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Digital Marketing, Social Media, Advertising, Event Planning
Education
Institute for Integrative Nutrition 2010 — 2011
Certified Holistic Health Coach, Health & Nutrition
Truman State University 1994 — 1998
BA, Business Administration: Marketing
Lafayette High School
St. Louis Community College October 2010 - Present
Washington University in St. Louis September 1989 - Present
Pierre Laclede Honors College, University of Missouri-St. Louis August 2011 - Present
home September 2007 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1985 - Present
Veterans Support Network 1979 - Present
St. Charles Community College January 2011 - May 2011
U.S. Census Bureau -- Census Coverage Management January 2010 - June 2010
KWMU St. Louis Public Radio 2009 - 2009
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1985 - 2007
Skills
Blogging, Newsletters, Media Relations, Press Releases, Ap Style, Speech Writing, Strategic Communications, Research, Public Relations, Social Media, Social Networking, Copywriting, Storytelling, AP Style, Facebook, Leadership, International Relations, Community Development, Publications, Newspapers, Event Planning, Online Journalism, Photography, News Writing, Web Content, Editorial, Nonprofits, Web Content Management, Investigative Reporting, WordPress, Radio, Internal Communications, Fact-checking, Multimedia, Publicity, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Content Strategy, New Media, Content Management, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Digital Media, Breaking News, Headline Writing
Education
The Johns Hopkins University - Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) 1972 — 1974
master of international relations, International Relations
University of Missouri-Kansas City 1970 — 1972
b.a., history, political science
Carrollton High School 1959 — 1963
high school diploma, Beer and girls
Southwestern Illinois College 2007 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2000 - 2004
Sherwood, Davis & Geck February 1989 - October 1998
Skills
Editing, Newsletters, Copywriting, News Writing, Copy Editing, Marketing, Thought Leadership, Advertising, Newspaper, Brochures, Editorial, Video, Film Production, Adobe Creative Suite, Video Production, Newspapers, Graphic Design, Creative Writing, Speech Writing, Writing, Art, Social Media, Short Films, Press Releases, Feature Films
Education
Southwestern Illinois College 2006 — 2013
Video Editing, Digital Cinematography, Social Media Tools, Advanced Creative Writing, Screenwriting
Eureka College
Bachelor of Arts, English
International Society of Appraisers October 2011 - Present
Montgomery Appraisal Group June 2002 - Present
Montgomery Appraisal Group 2002 - Present
Montgomery Appraisal Group January 1985 - Present
International Society of Appraisers October 2012 - November 2014
St. Louis Post-Dispatch December 1975 - November 2010
Dameron Realtors January 1985 - December 1990
Skills
Certified Appraiser of..., Certified Appraiser of..., Antiques, Fine Art, Horses, Personal Property, Appraisals, Appraisal, Art, Sculpture, Property Division, Contemporary Art, Painting, Ceramics, Glass, Writing, Furniture, Jewelry, Museums, Insurance, Arts, Appraising, Research, Collectibles, Charities, Ceramic, Property Law, Visual Arts, Art History, Auctions, Galleries, Expert Witness, Photography, Art Education, Nonprofits, Curating, Art Exhibitions, Murals, Real Estate, Appraisers, Museum Collections, Sterling Silver, Estate Law, Books, Pottery, Estate Sales, Furnishings, Oil Painting, History, Arts Administration
Education
The George Washington University 2001 — 2005
Certificate, Appraisal of Fine art and Connoisseurship
The George Washington University 1981 — 1984
MS, Telecommunications Policy
The George Washington University 1971 — 1976
BA, Art History and Anthropology
St. Louis Post-Dispatch September 1998 - Present
Suburban Journals June 1981 - October 1998
Skills
Public Relations, Newspaper, Advertising Sales, Digital Media, AP Style, Newspapers, Journalism, Media Planning, Advertising, Press Releases, Editing, Copy Editing, Blogging, Media Relations, Magazines, Strategic Communications, Digital Strategy, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Publishing, Newsletters, Marketing Communications, News Writing, Social Media, New Media, Copywriting, Direct Mail, Email Marketing, SEM, Social Networking, Facebook, Layout, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Proofreading, Web Content, Direct Marketing, SEO, Media Buying, Online Advertising, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1971 — 1978
B.S. and 58 hours toward MBA, Education and Marketing
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1971 — 1975
Education
California Society of CPAs/CalCPA Education Foundation March 2004 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch October 2001 - February 2004
Skills
Marketing Communications, Strategic Communications, Copywriting, Media Relations, Email Marketing, Direct Marketing, Online Marketing, Press Releases, Internal Communications, Corporate Communications, Marketing Strategy, Adobe Creative Suite, Event Planning, Public Relations, Business Communications, Creative Strategy, Communications Strategy, Creative Direction, Magazine Design, Magazine Layout Design, Magazine Management, Magazine Articles, Social Media, Strategic Planning
Education
University of Dayton 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science, Marketing
De Smet Jesuit High School 1994 — 1996
Chaminade College Prepartory 1991 — 1993
St. Gerard Majella 1985 — 1990
Washington University in St. Louis 2003 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch October 1998 - Present
Courier-Post February 1996 - October 1998
Trentonian October 1995 - February 1996
Gloucester County Times July 1994 - October 1995
Bristol Press 1992 - 1994
Skills
Journalism, Ap Style, News Writing, Newspaper, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Publications, Special Investigations, Projects, AP Style, Newspapers, Blogging, Breaking News, Media Relations, Public Relations, Editing, Investigative Reporting, Interviews, Online Journalism, Social Media, Editorial, Headline Writing, Web Content, Fact-checking, Environmental Awareness, Research
Education
The University of Connecticut 1990 — 1994
Bachelor's Degree, journalism
Pomperaug High School 1986 — 1990
West Newsmagazine January 2012 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch March 2007 - January 2012
Direct Response Solutions 2006 - 2007
United Cerebral Palsy Association of Greater St. Louis 2002 - 2006
Mail Communications Incorporated 1995 - 2002
Gabriel Group 2000 - 2001
Skills
InDesign, QuarkXPress, Photoshop, Illustrator, Writing, Editing, Brochures, Graphic Design, Public Relations, Microsoft Office, Direct Mail, Fundraising, Giftmaker Fundraising..., Event Planning, Auction Pro
Education
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 1983 — 1985
Bachelor's degree, Mass Communications
St. Louis Community College 1981 — 1983
Associate's degree, Mass Communications
Lindbergh High School 1977 — 1981
Diploma, general studies
Schutt Sports Inc January 2007 - Present
Highland Supply Corporation January 2000 - January 2006
St. Louis Post Dispatch January 1996 - January 2000
Skills
Marketing Communications, Company Branding, Brand Communication, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Management, Social Media Marketing, Sports Marketing, Sporting Goods, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Writing, Creative Development, Creative Direction, Profit & Loss Management, Strategic Communications, Crisis Communications, Communications Strategy, Communications Planning, Public Relations, Sales Support, Digital Marketing, Strategy Development, New Business Development, Advertising, Advertising Management, Trade Promotion, Copywriting, Promotion Planning, Promotions, Packaging, Retail Packaging, Corporate Branding, Online Branding, Branding Development, Global Branding, Creative Branding, Graphic Design, Publicity, Brand Awareness, Sponsorship, Sports, Brand Development, Integrated Marketing, Event Marketing, Experiential Marketing, Guerrilla Marketing, Media Relations, Corporate Communications, Helmets, Brand Management, Creative Strategy
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1982 — 1986
BS, Mass Comm
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Bachelor's degree, Mass Communications
Times Publishing Comany January 1998 - Present
The Tribune Company / Hernando Today January 1995 - January 1998
St. Louis Post-Dispatch August 1995 - December 1995
The Gainesville Sun January 1995 - July 1995
Skills
Breaking News, Journalism, Storytelling, News Writing, Copy Editing, Documentary Photography, Videography
Education
University of Florida 1992 — 1995
B.A., Journalism
St. Louis Post-Dispatch May 1993 - Present
Skills
Digital Media, Newspaper, Advertising Sales, Newspapers, Advertising, Online Advertising, Media Planning, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, New Media, Media Buying, Direct Mail
Education
Central Missouri State University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor's degree, Psychology
Burt Technologies, Inc. August 2005 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch June 1994 - September 2005
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Computer Science, English Literature
Nashville Business Journal April 2014 - Present
Albany Business Review August 2007 - March 2014
St. Louis Post-Dispatch September 2006 - July 2007
Skills
Computer-assisted..., Newspaper, Journalism, News Writing, Editing, Breaking News, Copy Editing, Ap Style, Investigative Reporting, InCopy
Education
University of Kentucky 2002 — 2006
BA, Journalism
Accelerated Medical - Missouri Health Infusion July 2015 - Present
St. Louis Business journal January 2012 - June 2015
St. Louis Post-Dispatch June 2005 - January 2012
Advanstar Communications November 1999 - June 2005
Skills
Newspaper, Advertising, Online Advertising, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Digital Media, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Media Planning, Public Relations, Copywriting, Media Relations, Marketing, Blogging, Digital Marketing, Lead Generation, Direct Mail, Publishing, Advertising Sales, Sales, Online Marketing, Social Networking, New Business Development, Strategic Planning
Education
Central Missouri State University 1992 — 1996
Bachelor's degree, Management
Central Missouri State University (University of Central Missouri) 1992 — 1996
BS, Business Administration and Management, General
St. Louis Post-Dispatch February 2015 - Present
Higher Education Channel Television and St. Louis County Commission for Educational Media 2006 - January 2015
Queen of All Saints School September 1995 - August 2006
National Geospatial Intelligence Agency June 1978 - June 1987
Skills
Distance Learning, Instructional Technology, Videoconferencing, Grant Writing, Grant Administration, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Design, Teaching, Teacher Training, Video Production, Author, Educational Technology, Video Conferencing, Staff Development, K-12, Classroom, Editing, E-Learning, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Quality Control, Management, Program Management, Program Development, Instructional Design, Adult Education, Training, Technology Integration, Educational Leadership, Social Networking, Moodle, Educational Consulting, Research, Mobile Learning, Secondary Education, Literacy, Elementary Education, Technology Education, Pedagogy, Blended Learning, Gifted Education, Differentiated..., ESL, Mathematics Education, Lesson Planning, Curriculum Mapping, Integrating Technology..., Tutoring, International Education
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1974 — 1978
Bachelor of Science, Geography, Environmental Studies
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Bausch + Lomb March 2012 - Present
Midwest Designs January 2008 - January 2011
St. Louis Post-Dispatch March 1993 - November 2008
Greeson Printing Company January 1992 - January 2004
St. Louis Community College January 1989 - January 1991
Skills
QuarkXPress, Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Scanners, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Advertising, Publications, Layout, Pre-press, Pagemaker, Production, InDesign, Photo Editing, Mac, Typography, Logo Design, Newspaper, Brochures, Mac OS, Retouching
Education
St. Louis Community College
Rosati-Kain High School September 2014 - August 2015
MixedMedia Marketing Communications June 2008 - October 2014
InteliSpend 2013 - 2013
University of Missouri - St. Louis July 2011 - July 2012
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2006 - December 2010
The National System May 2008 - February 2009
Hamilton Jewelers 1993 - 2003
Skills
Copywriting, Public Relations, Strategy, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Social Media, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Media Relations, Online Advertising, Editing, Marketing, Strategic Communications, Facebook, Creative Direction, Direct Mail, Integrated Marketing, Event Planning, Journalism, Blogging, Creative Writing, Digital Marketing, Corporate Communications, Newsletters, Writing
Education
Webster University 1990 — 1992
MA - Communications, Advertising
University of Missouri-Columbia 1976 — 1980
BJ, Journalism
St. Louis Community College
University of Missouri - St. Louis
Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis July 2013 - Present
Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis July 2012 - July 2013
Belleville News-Democrat December 2006 - July 2012
St. Louis Post-Dispatch September 2006 - November 2006
The Virginian-Pilot May 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Spanish, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media, Microsoft Office, HTML, Writing, Editing, Web Applications, Multimedia, SEO
Education
Washington University in St. Louis - Olin Business School 2015 — 2018
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of Missouri-Columbia 2001 — 2006
Bachelors, Journalism and Spanish
Universidad Veritas 2004 — 2004
Study abroad in Costa Rica, Spanish
Columbia Daily Tribune March 2004 - July 2015
St. Louis Post-Dispatch May 1995 - March 2004
Skills
Microsoft SQL Server, C#, SQL, Newspapers, Microsoft Access, Visual Basic, Databases, Data Warehousing, TSQL, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, VBA, Project Management
Education
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 2003 — 2004
Information Technology
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1984 — 1986
Computer Science
St. Louis Post-Dispatch August 2014 - Present
HLK May 2014 - July 2014
Loyola Academy of Saint Louis June 2013 - May 2014
RNRS, LLC. May 2012 - August 2012
KDHX Community Media May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Market Research, Statistics, Marketing Research, Econometrics, Leadership, Spanish, Start-ups, Curriculum Design, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Research, R, SPSS, SQL
Education
Washington University in St. Louis - Olin Business School 2015 — 2017
Master’s Degree, Customer Analytics
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Economics
St. Louis University High 2005 — 2009
High School
Nine Network of Public Media October 2014 - Present
KSDK-TV NewsChannel 5 August 2013 - October 2014
Patch.com September 2010 - August 2013
GSLABJ Minority Journalism Workshop 2012 - 2013
Urban Tulsa Weekly August 2009 - September 2010
The Detroit News June 2009 - August 2009
2008 Beijing Olympics 2008 - 2008
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2005 - 2007
Skills
InDesign, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Digital Photography, Writing, Copy Editing, SEO copywriting, Budget Management, Interviewing, Blogging, SEO, Editing, Ap Style, Proofreading, News Writing, Online Journalism, Fact-checking, Social Networking, Content Management, Breaking News, Adobe Creative Suite, Facebook, Digital Media, Video Production, Journalism, AP Style, Photography, Publications, Web Content, Storytelling, Editorial
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Journalism, Journalism & Spanish
East St. Louis Senior High School 2001 — 2005
High school Diploma
The Stelter Company March 2015 - Present
various publications June 2000 - Present
Des Moines Register July 1993 - June 2000
St. Louis Post-Dispatch January 1993 - June 1993
The Des Moines Register June 1992 - August 1992
Skills
Copywriting, Media Relations, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Photography, Journalism, Event Management, News Writing, Newspapers, Publications, AP Style, Blogging, Copy Editing, Magazines, Web Content
Education
Sangamon State University (University of Illinois-Springfield) 1992 — 1993
MA, Public Affairs Reporting
University of Iowa 1988 — 1992
BA, Journalism (with honors)
St. Louis Post-Dispatch May 2014 - Present
Lee Enterprises October 2011 - May 2014
Lee Enterprises May 2009 - October 2011
University of Illinois Springfield August 2006 - May 2009
Skills
Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Microsoft Excel, Accounting, Forecasting, Budgets, Advertising, Finance, Microsoft Office, Accounts Receivable, Newspapers, Financial Modeling, Strategic Financial..., Strategic Planning, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, GAAP
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Accounting and Business/Management
Calliope Marketing February 2012 - Present
The Field Group - www.thefieldoutfitting.com and www.graceproject.com March 2014 - January 2015
St. Louis Post-Dispatch December 2007 - July 2011
A Bunch of Bows July 2001 - June 2007
WAOE-TV July 1999 - May 2001
WEEK-TV (NBC Affiliate) November 1996 - July 1999
D'Arcy Masius Benton September 1995 - October 1996
Skills
Promotions, Direct Mail, Vendor Relations, Online Marketing, Social Media, Media Relations, Online Advertising, Marketing Strategy, eCommerce, Direct Sales, SEO, SEM, Television Producing, Television News, Broadcast Journalism, Coordinating Events, Volunteer Management, News Writing, Copywriting, Marketing Copy, SEO copywriting, Product Development, Public Relations, Publishing, Customer Retention, Brand Awareness, New Business Development, Media Buying, Media Production, E-commerce, Marketing, Advertising
Education
University of Missouri - St. Louis 2013 — 2014
Certification in Digital Media Marketing
Webster University
BA, Media Communications
St. Louis Community College
Associates Degree, Broadcasting
Oakville Senior High School
PR Mentality LLC April 2015 - Present
Innovative Music Global February 2014 - Present
The Luxe PR Group November 2014 - January 2015
Announce Media January 2012 - May 2012
St. Louis Post-Dispatch May 2010 - August 2011
Skills
AP Style, Newspapers, News Writing, Journalism, Online Journalism, Breaking News, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Blogging, Editing, Headline Writing, Investigative Reporting, Press Releases, Social Media, Web Content, Marketing, Strategic Communications, Magazines, Editorial, Digital Media, Ap Style
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mass Communications
University of Missouri-Columbia
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
St. Louis Post Dispatch September 1993 - Present
Southwest Mobile System/Emerson Electric Co February 1991 - September 1993
ISS International Service System August 1977 - February 1991
Education
St. Louis Community College
Job Shapers Network September 2015 - Present
Activ:8 Career Coaching January 2002 - Present
BBJ 2002 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2012 - Present
GO Network 2009 - 2013
ENG - Executive Networking Group / Chicago 2009 - 2009
Express Scripts January 2000 - January 2002
BJC HealthCare 1995 - 2000
BJC HealthCare 1995 - 2000
Skills
Career Counseling, Career Development, Job Search Strategies, Resume Writing, Job Coaching, Interview Preparation, Coaching, Public Speaking, Career Management, Job Search, Executive Coaching, Leadership Development, Recruiting, Career Counselor, Networking Strategy, Professional Speaker, Change Management..., Negotiation, Personal Branding, Motivational Speaking, Leadership, Training, Staff Development, Organizational..., Employee Benefits, Team Building, Employee Relations, Interviews, Public Relations, Strategy, Program Management, Business Strategy, Management, Networking, Human Resources, Change Management, Social Media, Performance Management, Organizational..., Employee Training, Personnel Management, Social Networking, Business Networking, Talent Management, Workshop Facilitation, Hiring, Talent Acquisition, Onboarding, Consulting
Education
Webster University
HR/ Management
Southwest Baptist University 1982 — 1983
Music
Riverview Gardens High School 1978 — 1981
McLennan Community College 2012 - July 2015
McLennan Community College 2007 - 2012
Ladue News 2001 - 2005
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2001 - 2001
Skills
Editing, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Higher Education, Writing, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, InDesign, Project Planning, Project Management, Deadline Oriented, Relationship Building, Customer Service, Teamwork, Event Planning, Facebook, Advertising
Education
Truman State University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, emphasis in Journalism
YP January 2015 - Present
American Equity Mortgage July 2013 - January 2015
Berry January 2012 - June 2013
Client Services Incorporated February 2010 - January 2012
AT&T Advertising Solutions February 2008 - February 2010
St. Louis Post-Dispatch July 2005 - March 2008
AT&T December 1996 - November 2004
Skills
Interviewing, Sales Management, Inside Sales, Advertising Sales, Telephone Skills, Telecommunications, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Coaching, Call Center, Cold Calling, Performance Monitoring, Training & Development, Team Motivator, Consultative Selling, Negotiation, Customer Service, New Business Development, Team Building, Account Management, Direct Sales, Telemarketing, Customer Retention, Advertising, Team Management, Selling, Online Advertising, B2B Marketing, Salesforce.com, Digital Marketing, Google Adwords, Credit Analysis, Telecommunications..., Microsoft Office, Sales Operations, Training, Marketing, Call Centers, Mortgage Lending, Residential Mortgages, Financial Services, Management, SEM, SEO, PPC, Sales
Education
Southern New Hampshire University
Creative Writing
Dallas Business Journal May 2014 - Present
Society for News Design January 2011 - Present
Frisco Miracle League 2011 - Present
The Dallas Morning News March 2003 - May 2014
St. Louis Post-Dispatch January 1999 - March 2003
The Omaha World-Herald January 1998 - December 1998
St. Joseph News-Press May 1995 - January 1998
Skills
Graphic Design, Newspapers, Newspaper, Journalism, AP Style, Publications, Editorial, News Writing, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Newspaper Design, Layout, Editing, Magazines, Illustration, Publishing, New Media, Multimedia, Web Content, Blogging, Digital Media, Content Strategy, Adobe Creative Suite, Content Management, Content Development, Social Media, Redesigning, Facebook, Public Relations, Microsoft Office, Entertainment, Video, Online Journalism, Newsletters, Headline Writing
Education
Truman State University 1990 — 1995
Bachelor's Degree
Southern Methodist University
The News-Gazette 1987 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1983 - 1987
The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press January 1983 - May 1983
Skills
Writing, Newspapers, Editing, Copy Editing, Freelance Writing, Columnist
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Buckingham Family of Financial Services February 2015 - Present
Bam Advisor Services February 2015 - Present
Oakwood Systems Group September 2011 - February 2015
Lumeris December 2010 - September 2011
Brown Shoe Company February 2009 - December 2010
Build-A-Bear Workshop December 2005 - January 2009
Elementis Pigments 1999 - 2005
St. Louis Post-Dispatch January 1984 - October 1999
Skills
T-SQL, SSIS, SSRS, SharePoint, Data Warehousing, ETL, Microsoft SQL Server, Business Intelligence, Data Modeling, SQL, OLAP, Analysis Services, Business Objects, Performance Tuning, MDX, Databases, SDLC
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1983 — 1987
Bachelor Arts, Journalism
Mercy Hospital April 2014 - Present
KOVEN TECHNOLOGY 2013 - 2014
Davey Tree & Lawn February 2012 - April 2013
Synergy Energy LLC April 2011 - February 2012
Remax Gold June 2010 - March 2011
Project Restore March 2010 - December 2010
Mo Department of Transportation May 2008 - March 2010
St. Louis Post-Dispatch March 2006 - April 2008
Skills
Green Building, Social Media, Direct Mail, Public Relations, Market Planning, Trade Shows, Press Releases, Event Planning, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Media Relations, Newsletters, Direct Marketing, Advertising, Management, Selling, Sales, New Business Development, B2B, Customer Satisfaction, Strategy, Time Management, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Facebook, Retail, Nonprofits, HTML, JavaScript, QuickBooks, Internet Troubleshooting
Education
Spring Hill College 1996 — 1998
University of Missouri-Saint Louis
St. Louis Post-Dispatch May 2014 - Present
Dillards February 2012 - July 2013
Boxing Clever June 2010 - February 2011
Riverfront Times March 2010 - June 2010
RoxX Magazine November 2008 - November 2009
Thumper Entertainment May 2009 - October 2009
Woodruff Sweitzer June 2007 - November 2008
Skills
Strategic Planning, Account Management, Advertising, Marketing, Strategy, CRM, Management, Press Releases, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Business Development
Education
Stephens College 2005 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing: PR and Advertising, Event Planning Minor, 3.25
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1996 - 2008
Journal Newspapers July 1989 - September 1996
Skills
Computer Graphics Design, Paste-up, Pre-press, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Pagination, Photography, Layout, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Flash, Proofreading, Publishing, Online Publishing
Education
Southwestern Illinois College 2009 — 2012
Associate in Applied Science, Electronic Publishing, GPA 3.9
Freelance / Graphic Design Services March 2012 - Present
Momentum Worldwide 2005 - May 2012
Freelance / Graphic Design Services 2000 - 2005
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1998 - 2000
Skills
Strategic Design, Logos, Brochures, Multi-page layout /..., InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Bridge, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Detailed Organization, Storyboarding, Infographics, Wordpress, Digital / web design, Logo Design, Graphics, Layout, Graphic Design, Branding & Identity
Education
Truman State University
Self - Employed September 2009 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch September 1998 - August 2009
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1980 — 1989
Master's, Communications
Feast Magazine August 2010 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch February 2006 - Present
Eby-Paidrick Designs January 1976 - Present
Sauce Magazine October 2003 - January 2011
Education
University of Cincinnati 1966 — 1971
BS in Design, Fashion Design
SLAM! Agency August 2015 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch September 2011 - July 2015
Changescape September 2010 - September 2011
Emmis Communications March 2009 - September 2010
American Equity Mortgage October 2007 - January 2009
Skills
SEO, Online Marketing, Lead Generation, Advertising, PPC, Marketing, Web Design, Strategy, Content Strategy, Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Inbound Marketing, Social Media, Digital Media, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Media Planning, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, SEM, Sales, Public Speaking, Media Buying, Blogging, Mobile Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Copywriting, Social Networking, Press Releases, Sales Management, Direct Marketing
Education
Washington University in St. Louis 1995 — 1999
B.A., Marketing, Philosophy
UCL 1998 — 1998
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel June 2013 - Present
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel February 2011 - June 2013
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel February 2008 - January 2011
Columbia Missourian August 2007 - December 2007
St. Louis Post-Dispatch May 2007 - August 2007
The Columbia Missourian, KBIA, KOMU August 2006 - May 2007
MyMissourian.com August 2006 - December 2006
Time Out Buenos Aires May 2006 - August 2006
The Maneater July 2004 - May 2005
The Enterprise May 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Slideshows, Blogging, Photos, Video, AP Style, Stories, Storytelling, Ap Style, Newspapers, Editing, Journalism, Feature Articles, Multimedia, Slide Shows, Entertainment, Magazines, News Writing
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Journalism in Media Convergence, Bachelor of Arts in Spanish
Freelance 2014 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2015 - Present
HRMC (Human Resource Management Corporation) 2014 - 2015
Human Resource Management Corporation 2005 - 2014
Human Resource Management Corporation 2000 - 2004
Human Resource Management Corporation 1999 - 2000
Human Resource Management Corporation 1998 - 1998
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville 1997 - 1998
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville 1997 - 1997
Skills
Editing, Writing, Resume Writing, Career Counseling, Proofreading, Article Writing, SEO, Content Editing, Interviews, Negotiation, Behavioral Interviewing, Business Writing, SEO copywriting, Social Media, Organizational..., Management, Employee Training, Strategic Planning, Time Management, Research, Program Management, Project Management, Customer Support, Customer Service, Outlook, Change Management, Technology, Business Strategy, Team Leadership, Employee Engagement, Blogging, Vendor Management, Leadership, Networking, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Dreamweaver, SiteKreator, WebEx, Consulting, Microsoft Office, Digital Media, Communication, GoDaddy, WiX, Google Analytics, Google AdWords
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1996 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1996 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Southwestern Illinois College 1995 — 1996
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies
Greentree MediaWorks June 2014 - Present
Washington University in St. Louis August 2014 - Present
RealTimeSTL October 2013 - June 2014
Patch.com July 2010 - October 2013
St. Louis Post-Dispatch October 2007 - July 2010
Online News Association 2006 - 2008
St. Louis Post-Dispatch August 2002 - October 2007
Media General 2001 - 2002
dbusiness.com 1999 - 2001
Sun-Sentinel 1986 - 1999
Skills
Writing, Social Media, Blogging, Editing, Journalism, Twitter, Stories, Copy Editing, Social Networking, Storytelling, News Writing, Content Strategy, Web Content, Newspapers, SEO, Editorial, Online Journalism, Ap Style, Freelance Writing, Feature Articles, Content Management, Facebook, Headline Writing, Breaking News, New Media, AP Style, Magazines, Publications, Multimedia, Digital Media, Networking, Content Development, Publishing, Web Content Management, Proofreading, Copywriting, Media Relations, Fact-checking, Publicity, Newsletters, Investigative Reporting, InCopy, Digital Journalism, WordPress, Creative Writing, Online News, Newspaper Design, Business Journalism, Content Writing, Broadcast Journalism
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 1985 — 1986
master's, public affairs reporting
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1981 — 1985
bachelor's, journalism/news-editorial
MSN January 2012 - September 2013
The Seattle Times 2007 - 2012
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2003 - 2007
The State 2001 - 2003
The Charlotte Observer 2001 - 2001
Grand Forks Herald 1996 - 2000
Skills
Blogging, Journalism, Newspapers, Editing, Newspaper Design, Newspaper, Copy Editing, InDesign, QuarkXPress, Facebook, Photography, Photoshop, Photojournalism, Layout, Breaking News, Web Design, Writing, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Wordpress, HTML, Graphic Design, Investigative Reporting, Art Direction, SEO, InCopy, MovableType, Image Editing, Web Content Management, Twitter, Word, Dreamweaver, Logo Design, Typography, Creative Direction, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Facebook Marketing, Excel, PowerPoint, Photo Editing, Budgeting, Team Leadership, Program Management, Design Direction, Food Writing, Food Photography, Cooking, CMS, news direction
Education
The University of North Dakota 1995 — 2000
BA, Communications
Barnesville High School 1991 — 1995
Diploma
Chicago Tribune August 2010 - Present
Kane County Chronicle August 2005 - August 2010
Nursing Spectrum-magazine with Gannett Healthcare Group 2008 - 2008
St. Louis Post-Dispatch January 2005 - June 2005
Suburban Life Newspaper November 2001 - August 2004
Iowa City Gazette August 2000 - December 2000
Dubuque Telegraph-Herald June 2000 - August 2000
The Daily Iowan August 1999 - May 2000
Skills
Newspaper, Ap Style, News Writing, Storytelling, Breaking News, AP Style, Newspapers
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 2004 — 2005
M.A.
University of Iowa 1997 — 2001
B.A.
The Washington Post December 2013 - Present
The Washington Post December 2011 - November 2013
St. Louis Post-Dispatch October 2008 - September 2011
St. Louis Post-Dispatch June 2007 - October 2008
St. Louis Post-Dispatch September 2005 - May 2007
Austin American-Statesman 2002 - 2005
Austin American-Statesman 2001 - 2002
Houston Chronicle 2000 - 2001
Waco Tribune-Herald 1997 - 2000
Waco Tribune-Herald 1992 - 1997
Skills
Pagination, Web Content Management, Editing
Education
Stephen F. Austin State University 1986 — 1989
Bachelor's, Communication
North Harris County Community College 1984 — 1986
Studied, Communication
University of Houston 1983 — 1984
Studied, Engineering
Eisenhower High School 1979 — 1983
University of Chicago August 2009 - Present
University of Chicago November 2007 - August 2009
Herald & Review May 2002 - November 2007
St. Louis Post-Dispatch September 2001 - February 2002
The News-Gazette 2001 - 2002
Skills
Editing, Storytelling, Copy Editing, AP Style, Journalism, Newspapers, News Writing, Feature Articles, Press Releases, Editorial, Publications, Fact-checking, Web Content, Ap Style, Proofreading, Social Media, Online Journalism, Multimedia, Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1997 — 2001
B.A., Communications-print journalism
Self-Employed May 2013 - Present
CREDO Mobile (Working Assets) July 2010 - May 2013
Safir Ahmed April 2005 - July 2010
AlterNet 2004 - 2005
The Riverfront Times 1991 - 2002
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1983 - 1991
Skills
Publishing, Publications, Books, Politics, Copy Editing, Editorial, Journalism, Magazines, Storytelling, Investigative Reporting, Proofreading, Editing, Copywriting, Blogging, New Media, Creative Writing, Publicity, Fact-checking, Ap Style, Newspaper, Feature Articles, Web Content, Newspapers
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1974 — 1981
B.S., Mass Communication
Schnuck Markets, Inc. September 2010 - Present
Schnuck Markets, Inc. September 2008 - September 2010
SBS Creatix April 2008 - September 2008
St. Louis Post-Dispatch February 2007 - April 2008
St. Louis Post-Dispatch April 2001 - February 2007
Skills
Integration, Business Analysis, Windows, Leadership, Management, SQL, Databases, Systems Analysis, ASP.NET, Analysis, Project Management, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Visual Basic, SDLC, System Administration, HTML, Business Process
Education
Strome College of Business 1984 — 1989
BS, Business Finance
STLtoday.com October 2013 - Present
STLtoday.com June 2011 - September 2013
St. Louis Post-Dispatch June 2010 - June 2011
St. Louis Post Dispatch July 2005 - June 2010
Human Resource Management Association 2008 - 2010
Penn National Gaming 2003 - 2005
Skills
Sales, Newspapers, SEM, Social Media Marketing, Salesforce.com, Media Planning, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Advertising Sales, Mobile Advertising, Digital Media, Account Management, Newspaper, Advertising, Social Media, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, SEO, Lead Generation
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 2000 — 2003
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Elementary Education and Teaching
St. Louis Post-Dispatch January 2011 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch February 2000 - January 2011
Skills
Audience Development, Online Advertising, Newspapers, Advertising Sales, Digital Media, Social Media, Behavioral Targeting, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, SEM, Online Marketing, Advertising, Mobile Marketing, Mobile Advertising, Social Media Marketing
Education
University of Mississippi 1992 — 1999
Master of Arts (M.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Graphic World, Inc. June 2011 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch April 1997 - March 2010
Education
St. Louis Community College 1987 — 1991
AA, Advertising Design and Commercial Art
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2000 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1997 - Present
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1993 — 1995
St. Louis Post-Dispatch February 2005 - Present
The Daily Herald 2001 - 2003
The Charleston Gazette 1999 - 2001
Skills
Newspapers, Editorial, Photojournalism, Journalism, Magazines, Breaking News, Storytelling, AP Style, Image Editing, Online Journalism, News Writing, Publications, Photo Mechanic, Copy Editing, Photography, Feature Articles, Editing, Publishing, Digital Photography, Multimedia
Education
University of Kentucky 1994 — 1999
Commerce Bank August 2013 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch December 2011 - April 2013
St. Louis Post-Dispatch July 2007 - December 2011
Emmis Communications 2006 - 2007
Emmis Communications 2005 - 2006
Illinois Department of Transportation 2000 - 2002
Skills
Newspaper, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Market Research, ArcGIS, Access, Databases, Advertising Sales, Advertising, Newspapers, Online Advertising, Digital Media, Social Media, Facebook, Marketing Strategy, Direct Marketing
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mass Communication/Media Studies
University of Missouri-Columbia 1999 — 2000
Centene Corporation October 2014 - Present
FleishmanHillard February 2014 - October 2014
St. Louis Post Dispatch December 2006 - January 2014
Deloitte 2003 - 2006
Skills
SEC filings, Financial Reporting, Financial Accounting, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Accounting, Microsoft Word, US GAAP, Budgets, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Forecasting, Auditing, Financial Analysis, Finance
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1998 — 2005
MBA, Accounting
FOX Sports August 2015 - Present
The McClatchy Company July 2013 - July 2015
Bedrock Business Media June 2013 - October 2013
Sporting News December 2011 - March 2013
Sporting News January 2006 - December 2011
St. Louis Post-Dispatch January 1997 - July 2008
St. Louis County Board of Election Commissioners January 2001 - June 2008
Sporting News September 1999 - December 2005
Sporting News January 1996 - September 1999
Sporting News January 1992 - December 1995
Skills
Newspaper, Ap Style, Journalism, Editorial, Sports, Copy Editing, Publications, InDesign, Editing, Breaking News, News Writing, Storytelling, Headline Writing, New Media, Newspapers, Copywriting, Magazines, Sports Writing, Online Journalism, QuarkXPress, Publishing, InCopy, SEO, NASCAR, Digital Media, Feature Articles, AP Style, Writing, Photojournalism, Web Editing, Image Editing, Photography, Advertising, Newsletters, Multimedia, Leadership, Digital Magazines, Fact-checking, Blogging, Online Publishing, Content Strategy, Content Management, Proofreading
Education
University of Central Florida 1977 — 1982
Bachelors, Majored in History; Minored in Radio-TV
St. Louis Post-Dispatch November 2005 - Present
The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum February 2005 - September 2005
St. Louis Post-Dispatch April 2003 - January 2005
St. Louis Post-Dispatch September 2000 - April 2003
Skills
Digital Media, Advertising, Media Planning, Marketing, Sponsorship, Mobile Marketing, Email Marketing
Education
Webster University 1999 — 2000
Master of Arts (M.A.), Media Communications
University of Dayton 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mass Communication/Media Studies
St. Louis Post-Dispatch reporterThe Bakersfield Californian2002 - 2005
Education
University of California, Los Angeles
Sydney's Closet January 2002 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch April 1980 - January 2003
St. Louis Post Dispatch April 1980 - January 2003
Skills
Fashion, Marketing, Blogging, Social Media, Entrepreneurship, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Small Business, Apparel, Fashion Design, E-commerce, Photography, Fashion Shows, Social Networking, Creative Direction, Online Marketing, Facebook
Education
University of Florida 1967 — 1969
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
St. Louis Post-Dispatch August 1986 - September 2007
Education
The University of Memphis 1968 — 1972
Gannett August 1994 - Present
Lansing State Journal July 2008 - Present
Statesman Journal February 2007 - July 2008
The Indianapolis Star September 2003 - February 2007
The Indianapolis Star January 2001 - September 2003
Argus Leader 1994 - 2001
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1992 - 1994
Petry Television 1991 - 1992
Glennon & Company 1990 - 1991
Advanswers 1989 - 1990
Skills
Market Research, Marketing Research, Brand Development, Budgets, Advertising, Marketing, Product Development, Web Analytics, Consumer Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Sales, Media Planning, Digital Marketing, Segmentation, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Management, Research, Online Marketing, Brand Management, Direct Marketing, B2B Marketing, Newspaper, Public Relations, Online Advertising, Facebook, Corporate Communications, Copywriting, New Media, Mobile Marketing, Editorial, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Newspapers, Advertising Sales, Proposal Writing, Integrated Marketing, AP Style, Social Media, Social Networking, Digital Media, Digital Strategy, Press Releases, Email Marketing, Publishing, Magazines, Journalism, Newsletters, Leadership
Education
University of Central Missouri 1986 — 1988
MA, Communication
University of Central Missouri 1981 — 1986
BS, Political Science
St. Louis Post-Dispatch November 1998 - Present
The Wall Street Journal May 1998 - August 1998
Danbury News Times June 1996 - August 1996
Skills
Editing, Newspaper, Breaking News, News Writing, Journalism, Online Journalism, Ap Style, Headline Writing, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Investigative Reporting, Copy Editing, InCopy, Blogging, Fact-checking, Newspaper Design, Editorial, Social Media, Online Publishing, AP Style, Newspapers, Radio, Web Content, Magazines, Video, Press Releases, Publications, Digital Journalism, Multimedia, Broadcast Journalism, Computer-assisted..., Photojournalism, Media Relations, New Media, Newsletters, Business News, Proofreading, Freelance Writing, Business Journalism, Content Strategy, Publishing, Publicity, Content Development, Content Management
Education
University of Michigan 2011 — 2012
Knight Wallace Fellow, parenting, technology, privacy
The University of Chicago 1997 — 1998
graduate work, Social Sciences
Trinity University 1992 — 1996
B.A., Sociology and International Studies
The American University in Cairo 1995 — 1995
Arabic, Middle Eastern Studies
St. Louis Post-Dispatch September 2011 - Present
Osborn Barr September 2009 - January 2011
The Growth Partnership March 2007 - October 2008
Boeing July 2005 - March 2007
Skills
Account Management, Advertising, Email Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Communications, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Integrated Marketing, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Social Networking, Lead Generation, Management, Sales, PowerPoint
Education
Webster University 2005 — 2006
Master of Arts in Media Communications, Marketing and Advertising
Central Missouri State University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Tourism Management
Christian Brothers College High School 1993 — 1997
High School
St. Louis Community College 1997 - Present
Chuck Groth Graphic Art 1977 - Present
Typophile.com 2003 - 2014
Exploring Package Design 2006 - 2006
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1987 - 1997
Wichita Eagle 1986 - 1987
The Kansas City Star 1984 - 1986
Skills
Graphic Design, Illustration, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Layout, Teaching, Packaging, InDesign, Logo Design, Art, Dreamweaver, Visual Communication, Magazines, Web Design, Drawing, Graphics, Art Education, Advertising, Photoshop, QuarkXPress, Mac, Concept Design, Digital Illustration, Art Direction, Corporate Identity, Branding & Identity, Typography, Posters, Editorial, Brochures, Image Editing, Creative Direction, Image Manipulation, Vector Illustration, Adobe Acrobat, Pre-press, Digital Photography, Catalogs, Multimedia
Education
The University of Kansas 1980 — 1984
BFA-Visual Communication, Graphic Design and Illustration
Suzanne Topham & Associates October 2007 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch October 1988 - September 2007
St. Louis Globe-Democrat March 1974 - June 1976
Albuquerque Tribune March 1973 - March 1974
Minot Daily News November 1970 - August 1972
Skills
Breaking News, Journalism, Editing, Headline Writing, Ap Style, Fact-checking, Online Journalism, Newspaper, News Writing, Copy Editing, Web Content, Newspapers, Editorial, Storytelling, Publishing, Feature Articles, Publications, Proofreading, Freelance Writing, Magazines, Ghostwriting, AP Style, Travel Writing
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1968 — 1970
B.J., Journalism
University of Kansas 1966 — 1968
Rotary International October 2014 - Present
Rotary International December 2013 - October 2014
Instituto del Progreso Latino June 2012 - December 2013
Instituto del Progreso Latino April 2010 - July 2012
Donors Forum December 2009 - April 2010
St. Louis Post-Dispatch April 2006 - August 2009
Columbus Ledger-Enquirer June 2004 - April 2006
Skills
Editing, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Journalism, Grant Writing, Social Media, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Community Development, Public Speaking, Grants, Newsletters, Non-profits, Program Development
Education
Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies 2011 — 2013
Master of Science, Nonprofit Management
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2000 — 2004
BS - Journalism, Journalism; Specialization in Cultural Anthropology
St. Louis Post-Dispatch August 2007 - Present
Cincinnati Enquirer 2003 - 2007
Rochester Democrat & Chronicle July 1998 - July 2004
Democrat and Chronicle 1998 - 2004
Sioux Falls Argus Leader 1982 - 1998
Skills
Capital Budgeting, Operating Budgets, Forecasting, Month End Close, Change Management, Strategic Planning, Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Advertising, SEC filings
Education
The University of South Dakota 1974 — 1978
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
The University of South Dakota
Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Accounting and Finance
DownBeat magazine March 1990 - Present
Concert/Festival Production & Promotion 2011 - Present
Eventuro, Switch, Image Technologies Corp., Group 360 1989 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch January 1984 - Present
St. Louis Public Radio December 2013 - June 2014
Talent-Plus Entertainment September 2010 - December 2013
St. Louis Beacon May 2009 - December 2013
Webster Community Arts Foundation 2009 - 2013
St. Louis UNC Alumni Club 2001 - 2011
Busch Creative Services 1984 - 2002
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Entertainment, Event Planning, Editing, Video Production, Music, Writing, Video, Creative Direction, Press Releases, Journalism, Creative Writing, Television, Event Management, Media Relations, Music Industry, Radio, Publicity, Publications, Art, Facebook, Advertising, Talent Booking, Social Networking, Copywriting, Producing, Books, Blogging, Copy Editing, Content Strategy, Video Editing, New Media, Broadcast, Final Cut Pro, Newsletters, Multimedia, Digital Media, Editorial, Feature Articles, Web Content, Content Development, Social Media, Storytelling, Film, Publishing, Voice Over, Media Production, Public Relations, Screenwriting, Newspapers
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1970 — 1971
A.B., English Literature, Psychology
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1965 — 1969
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English
Associated Press September 2015 - Present
The Dallas Morning News October 1999 - September 2015
St. Louis Post-Dispatch January 1999 - October 1999
The Shorthorn 1994 - 1996
Skills
Investigative Reporting, Blogging, Data Analysis, SQL, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Headline Writing, Digital Journalism, Public information
Education
The University of Texas at Arlington 1994 — 1998
Bachelor's degree, Communications
University of Missouri-Columbia
Boot camp, Computer-assisted reporting
University of California, Berkeley
Fellowship, Multimedia
Washington University in St. Louis June 2013 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch November 1995 - June 2013
Catholic Health Association 2009 - 2013
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 1994 — 1995
MA, Public Affairs Reporting
Washington University in St. Louis 1986 — 1990
BA, History and Political Science
St. Louis Post-Dispatch November 1976 - September 2008
Education
Yale Law School 1982 — 1983
M.S.L., Master of studies in law
Stanford University 1969 — 1973
A.B., History
St. Louis Post-Dispatch August 2014 - Present
Emmis Communications May 2012 - August 2014
Midland States Bank May 2009 - May 2012
Best Buy August 2008 - May 2009
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville January 2008 - May 2008
Skills
Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Banking, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Office, Online Advertising, Digital Media, Management, Account Management, Sales, Leadership, Automotive, Small Business Marketing, Budgets, Cause Marketing, Radio, Copywriting, Marketron, Arbitron, Consumer Behavior, Nielsen, Print Advertising, Digital Marketing, Digital Advertising
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Marketing
Waterloo Senior High School 2000 — 2004
St. Louis Post-Dispatch May 1966 - June 2011
Skills
Newspaper, News Writing, Storytelling, Breaking News, Journalism, Copy Editing, Online Journalism, Newspapers, Headline Writing, AP Style, Copywriting, Editing, Social Media
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1970 — 1971
journalism, urban affairs
University of Michigan 1964 — 1966
MA, journalism
University of Michigan 1960 — 1964
BA, Journalism
Baltimore County Circuit Court August 2011 - August 2013
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency May 2010 - July 2010
University of Maryland June 2009 - August 2009
The Dallas Morning News August 2003 - August 2008
St. Louis Post-Dispatch November 1999 - August 2003
Kiplinger Program at Ohio State University 1998 - 1999
Skills
Journalism, Legal Writing, Editing, Legal Research, Computer-assisted..., Environmental Law, Administrative Law, Lexis, Courts, Policy Analysis, Content Development, Legal Issues, LexisNexis
Education
University of Maryland School of Law 2008 — 2011
J.D., 2011, Law
The Ohio State University 1998 — 1999
M.A., Journalism
Self Employed July 2008 - Present
American Medical News September 1999 - July 2008
American Medical News November 1996 - September 1999
AHA News 1992 - 1996
Vero Beach Press-Journal 1989 - 1991
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1989 - 1989
St. Charles Chronicle (now The Chronicle) 1988 - 1988
Skills
Editing, Publications, Healthcare, Strategic Planning, Newspaper, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Journalism, Web Content, Newspapers, Magazines, Editorial, Publishing, AP Style, News Writing, Breaking News, Investigative Reporting
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 1988 — 1989
Master of Arts, Public affairs reporting
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Science, Print journalism
Southern Illinois University Carbondale August 2006 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch November 1971 - December 2005
St. Louis Post-Dispatch November 1971 - December 2005
Skills
Editorial, Editing, Higher Education, Public Speaking, Research, Community Outreach, Social Media, Grant Writing, Teaching, Nonprofits, Student Affairs, Journalism
Education
Washington University in St. Louis School of Law 1995 — 2001
Doctor of Law (J.D.), First Amendment
Stanford University 1967 — 1971
B.A., political science
Human Rights Campaign September 2014 - Present
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation March 2012 - Present
Environmental Working Group September 2013 - August 2014
Arabella Advisors January 2011 - February 2012
The Chronicle of Higher Education September 2010 - January 2011
St. Louis Post-Dispatch June 2009 - June 2010
Skills
Journalism, History, Research, Blogging, American History, Editing, Pop Culture, World History, European History, Media Relations, Higher Education, Proposal Writing, Editorial, Storytelling
Education
University of Michigan 2005 — 2009
BA, History, Political Science
E&E Publishing, LLC January 2014 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2005 - December 2013
Bloomberg 2001 - 2005
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette July 1999 - November 2001
Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, Headline Writing, Newsletters, Copywriting, New Media, Strategic Communications, Publishing, InCopy, Speech Writing, Fact-checking, Research, Digital Media, QuarkXPress, Content Management, Facebook, Politics, Corporate Communications, Photography, Freelance Writing, Environmental Awareness, Social Networking, Investigative Reporting
Education
Tulane University 1987 — 1991
B.A., English/Economics
Commerce Bank November 2014 - Present
Amplified Digital Agency January 2014 - November 2014
Amplified Digital Agency January 2013 - December 2013
St. Louis Post-Dispatch January 2012 - December 2012
KSDK-TV NewsChannel 5 November 2010 - July 2012
Pro Image July 2008 - January 2012
101 ESPN WXOS January 2009 - October 2010
KSDK Newschannel 5 (NBC) August 2008 - January 2009
World Aquarium June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Newspaper, Media Relations, Journalism, News Writing, Ap Style, Social Media, Breaking News, Copy Editing, Online Journalism, Storytelling, Editing, Blogging, Avid Newscutter, Television, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Publicity, Content Management, Digital Media, Producing, New Media, Videography, Public Relations, AP Style, Adobe Audition, Video, Media Production, Newsletters, Broadcast Television, Editorial, Radio, Facebook, Final Cut Pro, Corporate Communications, Avid, Audio Editing, Broadcast, Multimedia, Web Content, Creative Writing, ENPS, Copywriting, Broadcast Journalism, Strategic Communications, Video Production, Radio Broadcasting, Press Releases, Speech Writing, Newspapers, Video Editing
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2003 — 2006
CBC 1999 — 2002
High School
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 2006 — 2008
B.A., Communication
St. Louis Community College 2002 — 2004
A.A., Advertising/PR
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2015 - 2015
University of Missouri 2014 - 2014
JIMENA October 2012 - July 2013
Tunisia Live October 2011 - August 2012
Dave Pine for Supervisor August 2010 - May 2011
US House of Representatives: Committee on Foreign Affairs September 2008 - August 2009
Skills
Writing, Fundraising, Legislative Relations, Policy, Leadership, Creativity, GOTV, Team Building, Team Training, Copy Editing, International Exchange, Current Affairs, Global Insight, Letter Writing, Grace Under Pressure, Editing, Multi-tasked, News Gathering, News Reading, Direct Marketing, Politics, Microsoft Office, Policy Analysis, Relationship Improvement, Political Science, Public Policy, International Relations, Political Campaigns, Problem Solving, editorial judgement, Preparation, Exceptional research..., Government, Social Media, Congress, Grassroots Organizing, Facebook, Research
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, Journalism
University of California, Santa Cruz 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mathematics and Economics
Mills High School 1998 — 2002
High School Diploma, High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates
Lumiere Place Casino March 2010 - Present
The Home Depot January 2010 - June 2010
St. Louis Post-Dispatch April 1988 - January 2009
Education
Southwestern Illinois College 1980 — 1982
Associates, Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration.
Monsanto September 2013 - Present
Monsanto August 2011 - September 2013
Anheuser-Busch December 2006 - August 2011
Anheuser-Busch January 2006 - December 2006
Anheuser-Busch July 2004 - January 2006
Anheuser-Busch June 2002 - July 2004
St. Louis Post-Dispatch March 1995 - June 2002
Fleishman-Hillard 1990 - 1993
Skills
Strategic Planning, Budgets, Logistics, Inventory Management, Marketing Strategy, SAP, Marketing, CRM, Management, Event Management, Transportation, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Employee Training, Training, Supply Chain..., Warehouse Management, Process Improvement, Customer Service, Marketing Communications
Education
Webster University 2007 — 2009
Bachelor, Business Management/Marketing
Southwestern Illinois College 2002 — 2006
Associates, Applied Science in Business Management
St. Louis Business Journal June 2015 - Present
Lee Enterprises November 2014 - May 2015
St. Louis Post-Dispatch August 2013 - October 2014
St. Louis Post-Dispatch January 2012 - July 2013
Riverfront Times June 2009 - December 2011
Riverfront Times May 2007 - May 2009
Skills
Advertising Sales, Digital Media, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Account Management, Media Planning, Media Relations, Email Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Digital Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Facebook, Management, Social Networking, Marketing, Public Relations, Direct Marketing, SEO, Strategy, Sales Management, Leadership, New Business Development, Online Marketing
Education
University of Central Missouri 2001 — 2006
Bachelor of Science, Photography, geography
St. Louis Post-Dispatch March 2009 - Present
Ashleyliane Dance Company August 2012 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch January 1998 - February 2009
Pioneer Press Newspapers September 1996 - September 1997
Commonwealth Journal August 1995 - August 1996
Skills
Journalism, Breaking News, Newspaper, News Writing, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Publications, Computer-assisted..., Media Relations, Editing, Blogging, Ap Style, Press Releases, Proofreading, Facebook, Strategic Communications, Storytelling, Social Media, Online Journalism, Investigative Reporting, Newspapers, AP Style, Web Content
Education
University of Arkansas 1990 — 1995
BA, double major, Political Science & Journalism; History
McGraw-Hill Higher Education January 2004 - Present
St. Louis Post Dispatch January 1990 - December 2002
Suburburan Journals of Greater St Louis February 1993 - January 1997
Skills
Academic Publishing, Sales, Textbooks
Education
University of Cincinnati
University of Kansas
Bachelor of Arts, History
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Skills
Digital Media
Education
University of Mississippi 1992 — 2000
MA, English Literature
Enterprise Rent-A-Car March 2005 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch June 1997 - December 2005
Dierbergs Markets May 2001 - April 2005
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Photoshop, Public Speaking, HTML, Editing
Education
St. Louis Community College 1986 — 1990
Associate of Science (AS), Commercial Photography
Self-Employed December 2010 - Present
Team in Training/LLS 2006 - 2014
Team in Training/LLS 2006 - 2014
Team in Training/LLS 2006 - 2014
Elsevier 2001 - 2010
St. Louis Post-Dispatch January 2000 - April 2001
Skills
professional..., fitness coach, running..., Editing, Publications, Freelance Writing, Content Development, Online Publishing, Copy Editing, Creative Writing, Newspapers, Editorial, News Writing, Web Content, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Publishing, Journalism, Proofreading, Press Releases
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
BS, Journalism/mass communications
Natural Chemistry, L.P. March 2015 - Present
Park Express January 2010 - March 2015
CBS Outdoor January 2009 - December 2013
Verizon Yellow Pages April 2006 - January 2009
St. Louis Post-Dispatch June 1999 - April 2006
Skills
Management, Sales, Project Management, Process Improvement, Project Planning, Budgets, Operations Management, Contract Negotiation, Team Building, Contract Management
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1982 — 1987
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
Washington University in St. Louis November 2012 - Present
Washington University School of Medicine 2012 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1995 - 2012
Skills
Copy Editing, Journalism, Medicine, Editing, News Writing, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Media Relations, Blogging, Web Content, Newspapers
Education
The Ohio State University
Master's Degree
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor's Degree
St. Louis Post-Dispatch January 2014 - Present
Skills
Bilingual Communications
Education
St. Charles West High School 2009 — 2013
St Charles Community College
Current Student