The Decatur Daily
Industry: Newspaper
DescriptionThe Decatur Daily is a daily newspaper serving Decatur, Alabama and the Tennessee Valley in the North Alabama area of the United States. As of September 30, 2006, it had an average daily circulation of 20,824 and a Sunday circulation of 23,840. First issue date: 1912 Editor: Don Hudson Publisher: Barrett C. "Clint" Shelton III Owner: Tennessee Valley Printing Co., Inc. People also search for: TimesDaily, The Huntsville Times,
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The Decatur Daily Employees
Idaho Press-Tribune October 2014 - Present
Idaho Press-Tribune July 2014 - October 2014
self employed February 2004 - May 2014
Toys R Us October 2013 - December 2013
Times-News of Twin Falls, Idaho June 2004 - January 2012
The Tuscaloosa News July 2002 - March 2003
The Decatur Daily April 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Writing, Creative Writing, Editing, Video Editing, Photoshop, Illustrator, Mac OS X, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Pages, Research, Typing, Investigative Reporting, Social Media, OS X, Proofreading, Breaking News, Journalism, Press Releases, AP Style, Online Journalism, Storytelling, Photography, Newspapers
Education
University of Alabama 1999 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
Austin High School, Decatur, Ala. 1995 — 1999
high school diploma
The Decatur Daily August 2012 - Present
The Decatur Daily August 2012 - Present
Skills
Editorial, Journalism, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Editing, News Writing, Blogging, AP Style, Online Journalism, Social Media, Health Care...
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2007 — 2009
MA
University of Mumbai 2005 — 2007
ma journalism
University of Mumbai 2002 — 2005
bachelor of management studies
Art by Bryan Crowson April 2013 - Present
self-employed October 2012 - Present
The Birmingham News September 1985 - September 2012
The Decatur Daily June 1985 - August 1985
Hedstrom Corporation 1983 - 1985
Skills
Headline Writing, Newspaper, Ap Style, News Writing, Journalism, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Editorial, Publications, Proofreading, Editing, Magazines, Press Releases, Management, Blogging, Digital Media, Blogger, Text Editing, Art, Fine Art, Portraits, Breaking News, Newspapers, AP Style, Newspaper Design, Investigative Reporting, Photography, Freelance Writing, Newsletters, Online Journalism, Publishing
Education
Auburn University 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
University of Montevallo 1980 — 1981
New Friendship Baptist Church June 2012 - Present
Hartselle Medical Center April 2006 - September 2010
The Decatur Daily February 1994 - April 2006
Skills
Musicians, Computers, Organization, Musical Direction, Musical Directing, Musical Background, Musical Programs for..., Conducting, Volunteer Management, Musical Theatre, Piano, Pianist, Music History, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Sight Reading, Music, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Editing, Fundraising, Microsoft Word, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Teaching
Education
George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville 1992 — 1994
Alexander Central High School, Taylorsville, NC
Wahl Supply, Inc. January 2005 - Present
The Decatur Daily August 1986 - April 2005
The Decatur Daily June 1980 - February 1983
The Decatur Daily December 1977 - June 1980
Clayton Neighbor, Neighbor Newspapers June 1976 - November 1977
South Fulton Reporter, News Daily of South Fulton August 1974 - June 1976
Crimson White September 1973 - April 1974
Skills
Public Speaking, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Proofreading, Editing, Blogging, Journalism, Social Media, Public Relations, Copywriting, Event Planning, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Research, Feature Articles, Advertising, Newspapers, Marketing Communications
Education
University of Alabama 1970 — 1974
Bachelor of Arts, English
Decatur High School 1966 — 1970
Container Solutions, Inc. May 2013 - Present
David Higginbotham Photography Photographer IVMarshall Space Flight CenterMarch 2003 - May 2011
The Decatur Daily March 1998 - May 2003
The Athens News-Courier July 1996 - March 1998
Skills
Photography, Photojournalism, Wedding Photography, Commercial Photography, Portrait Photography
Education
Athens State University 2000 — 2002
Bachelors, Business Adminstration
The Cullman Times July 2013 - Present
Community Action Partnership of North Alabama April 2013 - June 2013
The Decatur Daily July 2011 - April 2013
The Decatur Daily October 2010 - July 2011
The Decatur Daily June 2008 - July 2010
Skills
Press Releases, Social Media, Breaking News, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Newspapers, Editing, Public Relations, Journalism
Education
Troy University 2004 — 2008
Bachelors of Science, Print Journalism
Danville High School 2000 — 2004
Advanced Diploma
Alabama Media Group/Huntsville Times 2001 - Present
The Decatur Daily 1994 - 2001
Huntsville News 1992 - 1994
Skills
Journalism, Sports, AP Style, Copy Editing, News Writing, Storytelling, Breaking News, Newspapers, Feature Articles, Social Media, Press Releases, Public Relations
Education
University of Alabama 1987 — 1992
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal July 2006 - Present
TimesDaily August 2005 - June 2006
Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal October 2001 - July 2005
2002 Salt Lake City Olympics February 2002 - February 2002
The Independent Appeal June 2001 - October 2001
The Decatur Daily July 1999 - June 2001
News USA 1995 - 1999
Times Community Newspapers 1996 - 1998
Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games July 1996 - August 1996
ESPN January 1995 - June 1995
Skills
Journalism, Headline Writing, Page Design, Team Building, Editorial Strategy, Customer Service, QuarkXPress, Editing, Graphic Design, Copy Editing, Crisis Communications, Cat Wrangling, Rat Trapping, Editorial, Layout, Feature Articles, Newspapers, Proofreading, Publishing, Newsletters, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, News Writing, Press Releases, Magazines, Publications, Breaking News, Copywriting, Blogging, Online Journalism, Newspaper Design, Sports Writing, Social Media, Publicity, AP Style, Broadcast, Freelance Writing, Investigative Reporting, Media Relations, Storytelling, Associated Press style, Digital Journalism, Web Content, Online News, Fact-checking, Business Journalism, New Media
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 1974 — 1978
BS, Mass Communications
Murfreesboro Oakland HS 1972 — 1974
The University of Alabama at Birmingham October 2013 - Present
Alabama Media Group June 2013 - October 2013
The Decatur Daily August 2012 - June 2013
al.com August 2011 - July 2012
The Auburn Plainsman May 2011 - August 2011
The Tallassee Tribune May 2010 - December 2010
The Auburn Plainsman August 2009 - December 2009
The Auburn Plainsman May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Newspaper Design, Social Media, Online Journalism, Digital Journalism, Video Editing, AP Style, Editing, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Journalism, News Writing, Feature Articles, New Media, Headline Writing, Storytelling
Education
Auburn University 2006 — 2011
BA, Journalism
Arkansas Department of Human Services/Division of Medical Services June 2015 - Present
Arkansas Insurance Department 2013 - June 2015
Arkansas Department of Education 2011 - 2012
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette 1997 - 2011
The Decatur Daily 1994 - 1997
Skills
Communications, public..., Politics, Writing, Communication, Press Releases, Editing, Public Relations, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Internal Communications, Journalism, Copy Editing, Newspaper, Publications, Social Media, Storytelling, Speech Writing, Policy, Editorial, Blogging
Education
Auburn University 1989 — 1993
Bachelor's degree, Journalism and History (double major)
Red Sage Communications, Inc. August 2015 - Present
Huntsville Hospital Foundation September 2014 - August 2015
Intergraph October 2011 - August 2014
The Reflector April 2010 - April 2011
The Decatur Daily June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, Editing, Blogging, Copywriting, InDesign, Journalism, Marketing Communications, Photography, Social Media Marketing, Editorial, Email Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, Marketing, HTML, Photoshop, News Writing, Microsoft Office, Google Analytics, WordPress
Education
Mississippi State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Communication (Public Relations and Journalism)
World Journalism Institute 2010 — 2010
Journalism
Management Seminar for College News Editors 2009 — 2009
Journalism
The News-Star May 2015 - Present
The Post-Star January 2014 - May 2015
The Tuscaloosa News August 2013 - December 2013
90.7 WVUA-FM October 2011 - December 2013
The Decatur Daily December 2012 - May 2013
The Tuscaloosa News May 2012 - December 2012
BrettAtBama August 2011 - December 2012
99.1 WDGM October 2010 - July 2012
The Crimson White April 2011 - April 2012
The Decatur Daily May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Ap Style, Newspaper, Journalism, Copy Editing, InCopy, Feature Articles, Headline Writing, Editing, Online Journalism, Pagination, Blogging, Magazines, Editorial, Proofreading, Sports Writing, AP Style, Social Media, Newspapers, Sports, Broadcast, Radio, Publications, Multimedia, News Writing, Breaking News, Publishing
Education
University of Alabama 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
The Decatur Daily October 1995 - Present
Skills
Editing, Storytelling, Proofreading, Newspapers, Breaking News, Journalism, News Writing, Copy Editing, Editorial, Headline Writing, Blogging, New Media, Publications, Press Releases, Media Relations, AP Style, Online Journalism, Publishing, Feature Articles
Education
Auburn University 1990 — 1993
B.A., political science, economics
The Decatur Daily November 2012 - Present
Household Finance July 2005 - April 2009
Skills
Interviews, Customer Service, Social Networking, Proofreading, Editing, Blogging, Research, Copy Editing, Public Speaking, Facebook, Sales, Account Management, Negotiation, Creative Writing, Media Relations, Publications
Education
John C Calhoun State Community College 2010 — 2015
Associate's degree, Business Administration, Management and Operations
University of Phoenix 2009 — 2010
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
AL.com September 2012 - Present
The Decatur Daily February 2012 - September 2012
Press-Register November 2006 - February 2012
USA Vanguard June 2005 - May 2007
Pensacola Pelicans 2005 - 2005
Skills
QuarkXPress, Press Releases, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Media Relations, Editing
Education
University of South Alabama 2004 — 2007
Sport/Event Marketing, Business
Novo Nordisk June 2007 - Present
Novo Nordisk June 2007 - July 2008
The Decatur Daily May 2006 - June 2007
Office of Congressman Robert 'Bud' Cramer May 2004 - May 2006
Skills
Diabetes, Pharmaceutical Sales, Rheumatology, Endocrinology, Pharmaceutical Industry, Sales Effectiveness, Managed Care
Education
Auburn University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Marketing
MarMac Real Estate January 2014 - Present
MarMac Real Estate March 2013 - August 2013
Caine and Goldsmith November 2012 - December 2012
Charger Times January 2012 - November 2012
The Decatur Daily May 2012 - August 2012
Maxwell Airforce Base May 2010 - June 2010
Skills
Editing, Journalism, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Research, News Writing, Strategic Communications, Press Releases, Interviews, Publishing, HTML, Final Cut Pro, SPSS, Blogging, Facebook, AP Style, Social Media Marketing, Web Content, Marketing Communications, Publications, YouTube, Newsletters
Education
University of Alabama in Huntsville 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication, General
University of Alabama at Birmingham 2010 — 2011
THOMAS NELSON PUBLISHERS - Westbow Press Subsidiary Do Unto OthersIndependent columnist, author, and speakerAugust 2012 - August 2012
The Decatur Daily April 2002 - April 2010
The State Gazette April 1999 - April 2002
Skills
Published Author, Non-fiction, Short Stories, Novels, Freelance Writing, Fiction Writing, Copy Editing, Creative Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Books, Journalism, Poetry, Ghostwriting, Blogging, Book Reviews, Feature Articles, Ebooks, Online Journalism, AP Style, Publishing, Newspapers, Editorial
Education
Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts & Sciences 1980 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
GCHS North
GCHS North
The Commercial Appeal February 2014 - Present
The Commercial Appeal July 2013 - February 2014
The Commercial Appeal June 2011 - July 2013
The Clarion-Ledger October 2006 - June 2011
The Decatur Daily April 2005 - September 2006
The Birmingham News August 2004 - January 2005
The Commercial Appeal May 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Investigative Reporting, Blogging, Journalism, Writing, Social Media, Publishing, Editorial, Web Content, New Media, Publications, Proofreading, Sports, Books, Creative Writing
Education
University of Mississippi 2001 — 2004
B.A., Journalism
Murray State University 2000 — 2001
David's Bridal October 2014 - Present
Graduate Admissions and Records May 2013 - August 2014
Burger King Corporation May 2007 - January 2013
University Relations- University of Montevallo September 2012 - December 2012
The Decatur Daily May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Press Releases, Journalism, Public Relations, Interviews, Newspapers, Editing, Public Speaking, Copy Editing, Creative Writing, Time Management, Spanish, Tutoring, Acting, Proofreading, Research, Storytelling, Microsoft Word, Presentations
Education
University of Montevallo 2013 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Montevallo 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies, 3.7
The Decatur Daily February 2015 - Present
IFDC April 2014 - January 2015
NetDirect Merchants June 2013 - February 2014
The Flor-Ala May 2012 - April 2013
Skills
Research, Journalism, English, Microsoft Word, Writing, Public Speaking, AP Style, Copy Editing, Social Media, Proofreading, Creative Writing, InDesign, Blogging, Customer Service
Education
University of North Alabama 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English
FSU College of Social Work January 2015 - Present
FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training, FSU College of Visual Art, Theatre and Dance January 2014 - January 2015
Florida State University July 2001 - January 2014
FSU College of Music July 1997 - August 1999
Northern Virginia Hospital Alliance March 1993 - July 1997
American Red Cross May 1990 - May 1993
The Decatur Daily January 1986 - February 1988
Skills
Theatre, Performing Arts, Stage Management, Arts Administration, Stage, Musical Theatre, Drama, Opera, Theatrical Production, Music, Event Management, Entertainment, Classical, Plays, Acting, Festivals, Piano, Pianist, Media Relations, Public Relations, Fundraising, Event Planning, Social Media, Voice Acting, Singing, Creative Writing, Editing, Production Managment, Press Releases, Internal Communications, Facebook, Leadership, Journalism, Marketing, Voice Over, Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Writing, Nonprofits, Social Networking
Education
American University 1988 — 1990
Master's degree, Communication and Media Studies
University of Alabama 1983 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism
Physical Therapy School May 2014 - Present
The Associated Press August 2010 - Present
WWLTV July 2007 - April 2014
The Decatur Daily April 2004 - June 2007
The Mobile Press Register June 2003 - April 2004
The Red & Black (UGA student newspaper) January 2003 - May 2003
The Red & Black (UGA student newspaper) August 2002 - December 2002
Skills
Journalism, News Writing, Twitter, Transcribing, Interviews, Breaking News, Ap Style, Sports Writing, Newspaper, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Online Journalism, Feature Articles, Blogging, Editing, Web Content, Broadcast Journalism, AP Style, Editorial, Headline Writing, Press Releases
Education
The University of Georgia 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Journalism, Newspapers
Bob Jones High School August 2012 - Present
Huntsville Hospital August 2007 - March 2011
The Decatur Daily August 2005 - August 2007
United States Marine Corps December 1999 - December 2003
Skills
Editing, Event Planning, Photography, Copy Editing, Journalism, Photojournalism, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Communications, Research, Adobe Creative Suite, Public Relations, Digital Photography
Education
University of Alabama in Huntsville 2010 — 2012
Master of Arts (M.A.), English
Athens State University 2004 — 2005
B.S., Behavioral Science
Palomar College 2003 — 2004
psychology
The Decatur Daily October 2010 - Present
The Decatur Daily April 2010 - Present
Decatur Daily July 2008 - Present
The Decatur Daily June 2006 - October 2010
Education
Mississippi College 2002 — 2006
B.A., English
Acres U.S.A. July 2013 - Present
Freelance March 2013 - Present
Belly Rubs and Suds April 2013 - July 2013
Potomac Books, Inc. February 2012 - March 2013
Potomac Books, Inc. April 2011 - February 2012
Accent Staffing December 2010 - April 2011
Animal Friends Humane Society October 2010 - April 2011
John V. Irle Family Practice August 2010 - April 2011
Hobby Lobby March 2010 - May 2010
The Decatur Daily May 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Copy Editing, Editing, Proofreading, Publishing, Journalism, Academic Publishing, Books, Publications, Editorial, Text Editing, Textbooks, Online Publishing, Creative Writing, Newsletters, Ebooks, Freelance Writing
Education
University of Denver 2010 — 2010
Publishing Institute
Auburn University 2005 — 2009
BA, English, journalism, French minor
Alltech November 2012 - Present
Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce January 2011 - December 2011
Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce August 2010 - December 2011
Office of International Affairs and Human Rights, Lutheran World Federation May 2011 - July 2011
Crosley Radio September 2008 - December 2009
The Decatur Daily September 2006 - September 2008
The News-Enterprise 2005 - 2006
The Oldham Era June 2005 - August 2005
Kentucky Kernel 2004 - 2005
LEO - Louisville Eccentric Observer 2003 - 2004
Skills
Journalism, Blogging, Public Relations, Editing, International..., Facebook, Strategic Communications, Publications, Media Relations, Copy Editing, News Writing, Event Planning, Newspapers, Web Content, Diplomacy, Microsoft Office, Report Writing, Communications Planning, Social Media Outreach, International Public..., International Human..., Internal Communications, Intercultural..., Digital Photography, Graphic Design, Global Public Health..., Online Communications, Database Management, Drafting Press Releases, Company Newsletters, Pitching Media, Social Media Management, Intercultural Skills, Strategic Partnerships, Adobe Creative Suite, Layout, Social Media
Education
Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce, University of Kentucky 2009 — 2011
Master of Arts (M.A.), Diplomacy and International Commerce
University of Kentucky 2001 — 2005
B.S., Journalism, Minor in Business
South Oldham
The Clyde Fitch Report December 2013 - Present
Newsmax March 2013 - Present
Self-employed November 2008 - Present
The Birmingham News December 1995 - March 2013
The Decatur Daily October 1991 - December 1995
Daily Mountain Eagle August 1988 - October 1991
The Cullman Times May 1986 - August 1988
Skills
Writing, Photography, Copy Editing, SEO copywriting, Headline Writing, Social Media, Photoshop, Video Editing, Web Video, Photojournalism, News Writing, Creative Writing, Facebook, Twitter, SMO, Fine Art Photography, Blogging, Editing, Newspapers, AP Style, Journalism, Feature Articles, Pagination, Video, Proofreading, Radio, Publications, Books, SEO, Breaking News, Web Content, Magazines, Press Releases, Online Journalism, Newsletters, Storytelling, Editorial
Education
University of Alabama at Birmingham 1983 — 1986
Journalism
Southeastern Bible College 2000 — 2002
Biblical Studies
Lamar Advertising October 2007 - Present
Omni Outdoor Inc.& Interstate Outdoor January 2002 - October 2007
The Decatur Daily 1998 - 2002
Dozier Outdoor Advertising LLC January 1971 - January 1980
Skills
Public Relations, New Business Development, Customer Service, Negotiation, Graphic Design, Microsoft Office, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Customer Relations, Excel, Sales Management, Newspaper, Public Speaking, Advertising, Press Releases, Account Management, Contract Negotiations, Advertising Sales, PowerPoint, Retail, Word, Social Media, Non-profits, Real Estate, Photography, Online Marketing, Team Leadership, Cold Calling, Online Advertising, B2B, Administration, Media Planning, Digital Marketing, Outdoor Advertising, Sales, Marketing, Nonprofits
Education
Samford University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor's, Psychology
Calhoun College 1998 — 2002
Advertising & Graphic Design
Athens State University 2000 — 2006
Marketing / Psy
Gary Cosby Jr. - Sixteenfeet Photography January 1994 - Present
The Decatur Daily 1994 - Present
The Daily Advance January 1990 - February 1994
Skills
Breaking News, Sports Photography, Environmental..., Food, Weather, Photojournalism, Editorial, Editorial Photography, Photography, Commercial Photography, Journalism, Portraits, Photo Mechanic, Newspapers, Audacity, Magazines, Press Releases, Layout, Publications, Digital Photography, InCopy, AP Style, Travel Photography, News Writing, Storytelling, Photo Editor, Documentary Photography, Photos, Feature Articles, Newspaper Design, Canon, Studio Lighting, Photo Editing
Education
CBN University/Regent University 1985 — 1987
None, Communication - Photography and Journalism
University of North Alabama 1981 — 1985
BS, Communication - Photography
DSC Logistics May 2013 - Present
OnePhotoZone.com April 2010 - September 2011
Fort Worth Star-Telegram 1999 - 2009
The Hometown Star 1997 - 1999
The Decatur Daily January 1990 - January 1994
NASA January 1989 - January 1990
Skills
Digital Photography, Photojournalism, Photoshop, Illustration, Video Production, Video Editing, Communication, Final Cut Studio, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, News Writing, Copywriting, Final Cut Pro, Layout, InDesign, Photography, QuarkXPress, Video
Education
Tarrant County College 2009 — 2009
CLT, Logistics
University of Alabama in Huntsville 1986 — 1990
BA, Arts
Alabama Education Association October 2011 - September 2012
The Huntsville Times November 2006 - September 2011
Montgomery Advertiser 2004 - 2006
Gannett 2004 - 2006
Associated Press February 2005 - July 2005
United Press International August 1982 - January 1991
United Press International December 1977 - August 1982
Montgomery Advertiser April 1975 - December 1977
The Decatur Daily July 1970 - April 1975
Alabama Journal December 1969 - July 1970
Skills
AP Style, Newspapers, Journalism, News Writing, Editing, Copy Editing, Breaking News, Media Relations, Press Releases, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Publications, Public Relations, Writing, Newspaper, Blogging, Newsletters, Crisis Communications, Public Speaking, Creative Writing, Research, Speech Writing, Social Media, Editorial, Magazines, Microsoft Office, Proofreading, Online Journalism, Publishing, HTML, Investigative Reporting, Web Content, Corporate Communications, Multimedia, Digital Media, Stories, Photography, Sports, Interviewing, Fact-checking, Copywriting, Strategic Communications, New Media, Facebook, Books, Publicity, Content Management, Headline Writing, Content Strategy
Education
Huntingdon College 1968 — 1969
BS, Business Administration
Auburn University 1965 — 1968
none, Business Administration and Management, General
The Huntsville Times January 1994 - October 2012
The Huntsville Times January 1990 - December 1994
The Decatur Daily July 1981 - December 1989
Skills
Breaking News, News Writing, InCopy, Journalism, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Investigative Reporting, Editorial, Publications, QuarkXPress, Blogging, Press Releases, Magazines
Education
University of Alabama in Huntsville
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History, Minor in Communications
Abilene Reporter News 2009 - Present
Abilene Christian University 2008 - Present
The Huntsville Times July 2000 - September 2012
The Decatur Daily 1992 - 1997
The Nashville Banner 1987 - 1992
Abilene Reporter-News 1982 - 1987
Skills
Copy Editing, InDesign, News Writing, Social Media, Public Speaking, Feature Articles, Press Releases, Photoshop, Blogging, Teaching, Microsoft Office, Creative Writing, HTML, Facebook
Education
Texas Tech University 2009 — 2014
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Middle Tennessee State University 2002 — 2004
Master's degree, Mass Communication/Media Studies
Abilene Christian University 1978 — 1982
Bachelor, Mass communication
The University of Tennessee System June 2013 - Present
State University of New York at Stony Brook July 2010 - June 2013
Middle Tennessee State University June 2008 - June 2010
Mississippi Valley State University June 2007 - May 2008
Mississippi Valley State University September 2002 - June 2007
Mississippi Valley State University June 2001 - September 2002
The Royal Pen October 1996 - June 2001
Jesse Duplantis Ministries February 1998 - June 1999
University of Alabama January 1993 - September 1996
The Decatur Daily May 1991 - August 1992
Skills
Media Relations, Higher Education, Public Speaking, Writing, Research, Strategic Planning, Copy Editing, Speech Writing, Conflict Resolution, Teaching, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Public Relations, Press Releases, Community Outreach, Social Media Marketing, Leadership, Marketing, Volunteer Management, Program Development, PowerPoint, Editing, Policy, Leadership Development, Fundraising, Student Affairs, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Newsletters, Social Networking, Strategic Communications, Event Management, Social Media, International Relations, Blogging
Education
Jackson State University 2004 — 2006
Ph.D., Urban Higher Education
University of Alabama 1994 — 1996
M.A., Advertising and Public Relations
University of Alabama 1987 — 1991
B.A., Journalism/English
Harvard University Graduate School of Education
Brown Industries Inc July 2013 - Present
Aegis Technologies May 2011 - August 2011
The Decatur Daily May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Graphic Design, Photography, Graphics, Branding, Advertising, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Adobe Muse, Mac, Packaging, Brochures, Layout, Vector Illustration, Posters, Typography, Illustration, Research, Social Media, Display Design, Web Design, Book Design, Logo Design, Art Direction, Maya, Microsoft Office, QuarkXPress, SketchUp
Education
University of Southern Mississippi 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Graphic Design
Mediacom Communications September 2013 - Present
Total Vision Payday October 2007 - May 2009
Charter Communications January 2001 - August 2003
Charter Communications November 1999 - December 2000
Falcon Television Advertising October 1998 - November 1999
TCI April 1995 - September 1998
Telecable January 1992 - March 1995
John Bransby Production November 1987 - November 1991
The Fitness Shop August 1985 - October 1987
The Decatur Daily February 1984 - July 1985
Skills
Direct Sales, Account Management, Cold Calling, Sales, B2B, Sales Process, Customer Retention, Salesforce.com, Sales Management, Marketing, Sales Operations, Direct Marketing, Customer Satisfaction, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Sales Presentations, Customer Service, Call Centers, Selling, New Business Development, Lead Generation, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Telecommunications, Solution Selling, Team Leadership, Team Building, Customer Experience, Market Planning, Advertising Sales, Competitive Analysis, Online Marketing, Social Networking, Time Management, Training, Management, Forecasting, Market Research, Retail, P, Key Account Management, Broadband, Wireless, Team Management, VoIP
Education
Auburn University 1978 — 1980
Bachelor's degree, Criminal Justice and Psychology
Jacksonville State University 1976 — 1978
Journal Communications May 2010 - Present
Freelance May 2010 - Present
Hammock Inc. June 2005 - April 2010
The Decatur Daily June 2000 - May 2005
Skills
Editing, Writing, Storytelling, Interviewing, Blogging, Content Marketing, Research, Content Development, Narrative, Feature Articles, Interviews, Newsletters, Editorial, Social Media, Photography, Magazines, Copy Editing, Publishing, Publications, Copywriting, Content Management
Education
University of Alabama 1998 — 2000
M.A., Journalism
Harding University 1994 — 1998
B.A., English
Tennessee Valley Printing Company September 2014 - Present
The Decatur Daily 2010 - Present
The Decatur Daily 2005 - 2010
Skills
Advertising Sales, Newspapers, Cold Calling, B2B, Account Management, Online Advertising, Advertising, Copy Editing, Sales, Sales Management, Media Planning, New Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Publishing, Digital Marketing, Editing, Public Relations, Digital Media, Online Marketing, Facebook, Social Networking, Lead Generation, Newsletters, Customer Service, Management, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office
Education
Falkville High School 1994 — 1997
High School Diploma
George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville
Biology, General
University of Alabama in Huntsville
Accounting and Business/Management
University of Alabama in Huntsville
Accounting and Business/Management
The Decatur Daily May 2005 - Present
WQAH Radio September 2003 - November 2006
Lurleen B. Wallace Development Center May 2002 - December 2002
Skills
Video Editing, Newsletters, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Digital Photography, Journalism, Dreamweaver, Photography, Copy Editing, Editorial, Web Design, Computer Hardware, Computer Repair, Computer Proficiency, Computer Maintenance, Desktop Publishing, Online Publishing, Microsoft Office, Open Office, Digital Media, Media Production, Video Production, Magazine Layout Design, InDesign, Social Media, Newspapers, Editing, Blogging
Education
University of North Alabama 1995 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (BS), History
Boy Scouts of America 2012 - Present
TimesDaily January 1994 - May 2012
TimesDaily December 1994 - April 2012
TimesDaily December 1994 - 2012
Daniel Giles Photography March 1990 - 2012
The Decatur Daily January 1994 - December 1994
Opelika-Auburn News May 1992 - January 1994
Opelika-Auburn News January 1992 - January 1994
Photography January 1990 - January 1992
Skills
Computer Literate, Apple Macintosh, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Bridge, PhotoMechanic, FTP, Windows 7, Microsoft Office, Keynote, SoundSlides Plus, Audacity, Nikon Digital Camera..., Canon Digital Camera..., Deadline Management, Remote Access, Network Building, Social Communication, Connectivity, Problem Solving, Illustrator, Photoshop, Mac, InDesign, Photographers, Newspaper, Volunteer Recruiting..., Fund Raising, Photo Mechanic, Breaking News, Newspapers, Fundraising, Journalism, Digital Photography, Multimedia, Newsletters, Photography, Photojournalism, AP Style, Press Releases, Photos, Task Management, New Media, Soundslides Plus, Editorial, Publications, InCopy, Copy Editing
Education
Auburn University 1985 — 1990
Bachelor of Science (BS), Park Management/Wildlife Biology
Auburn University 1985 — 1990
Bachelor of Science (BS), Park Management
Auburn University 1985 — 1990
B.S
Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce February 2012 - Present
The Decatur Daily January 1992 - February 2010
Skills
Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Social Media, Public Speaking, Advertising, Media Relations, Management, Recruiting, Press Releases, Leadership, Fundraising, Research, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Social Media Marketing, Budgets, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Editing, Marketing Communications, Blogging, Facebook, Online Advertising, Strategic Communications
Education
University of Alabama 1981 — 1985
Communications
Cooks Pest Control-Commerical Divison April 2011 - Present
Serra Toyota Of Decatur April 2009 - March 2011
Hyundai of Decatur April 2008 - March 2009
The Decatur Daily 2006 - 2008
AstraZeneca March 2000 - November 2005
AgrEvo USA December 1995 - December 1999
Skills
Cold Calling, Sales Process, Account Management, Sales, Sales Management, Customer Retention, Direct Sales, New Business Development, Sales Presentations, Customer Service, Sales Operations, Customer Satisfaction, Selling, Sales Force Development, Management, Team Building, Operations Management, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Leadership
Education
Auburn University 1989 — 1994
Bachelor's degree, Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations
Wyle Inc. CAS Group 2011 - Present
Aerotek August 2010 - February 2011
The Decatur Daily June 2008 - September 2009
E-Ring, Inc. September 2005 - June 2008
Skills
Applicant Tracking..., Technical Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, Internet Recruiting, Human Resources, Sourcing, Benefits Negotiation
Education
University of Alabama in Huntsville 2000 — 2004
BA, Communication Arts
Alabama Media Group/The Birmingham News January 2014 - Present
Alabama Media Group November 2012 - January 2014
Birmingham Business Journal August 2011 - November 2012
The Decatur Daily June 2007 - August 2011
The Cullman Times November 2005 - June 2007
DICK'S Sporting Goods August 2002 - November 2005
TimesDaily May 2004 - September 2004
The Athens News Courier May 2004 - August 2004
The Flor-Ala August 2003 - May 2004
The Flor-Ala August 2002 - May 2003
Skills
Journalism, Newspaper, Writing, Photography, QuarkXPress, Editing, Stories, Business News, Breaking News, Blogging, Research, Editorial, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Public Relations, Publishing, Columns, Layout, Health, InCopy, News Judgment, Op-eds, Bylined Articles, Proofreading, Fact-checking, News Writing, Web Content, Feature Articles, Headline Writing, New Media, Grammar, Interviewing, Investigative Reporting, Newspapers, Storytelling, Media Relations, Copywriting
Education
University of North Alabama 2002 — 2005
Bachelor of Science, communications; print journalism
The University of Alabama at Huntsville 2000 — 2002
The Decatur Daily September 2008 - Present
EFE - Spanish International News Agency 2004 - 2005
Radio Popular - Cadena COPE 1998 - 2005
Skills
Storytelling, News Writing, Newspapers, Photojournalism, Editorial, Breaking News, AP Style, Journalism, Editing, Online Journalism, Newspaper, Investigative Reporting, Feature Articles, Newspaper Design, Soundslides, Copy Editing, Magazines, Photo Mechanic, Publications, Image Editing, Short Films, Film Production, Photography, Film Editing
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2006 — 2007
MA, Missouri School of Journalism
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona 1982 — 1987
Spanish Language and Literature
The Decatur Daily April 2012 - Present
Northwest Florida Daily News January 2009 - April 2012
Gannett April 2001 - December 2008
The Daily Advertiser & The Daily World July 2004 - October 2006
The Burlington Free Press May 2003 - July 2004
The Leaf-Chronicle July 2000 - April 2003
Montgomery Advertiser October 1998 - July 2000
Skills
Newspaper, Advertising, Newspapers, Digital Media, Multimedia, Magazines, Advertising Sales, Audience Development, Marketing Strategy, Online Advertising, Circulation, Publishing, Management, Digital Marketing, Media Planning, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Digital Strategy, Publications, Email Marketing, Press Releases, Media Sales, Mobile Advertising, Social Media, Media Buying, B2B, Public Relations, SEM, Journalism, Mobile Marketing, SEO, Facebook, Integrated Marketing, Behavioral Targeting, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Newspaper Design, Interactive Marketing, Advertising Management, PPC, QuarkXPress, Web Analytics, Customer Acquisition, Brand Development, Local Advertising, Creative Direction, Media Relations, Lead Generation
Education
University of Alabama 1995 — 1997
Masters in Communication, Advertising & Public Relations
University of Alabama 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts, Communication and Media Studies
Sirwordsmith May 2011 - Present
The Decatur Daily October 1995 - May 2011
The Decatur Daily October 1995 - May 2011
The Eufaula Tribune March 1994 - September 1995
The Auburn Plainsman July 1992 - December 1993
Education
Auburn University 1992 — 1994
Bachelor's of Arts, Major: journalism; Minors: business and agriculture
Auburn University
Bachelor of Arts
Luckie & Company October 2010 - Present
AutoTrader.com July 2008 - April 2010
Southern Progress Corporation 1989 - December 2007
Southern Progress Corporation 1983 - 1989
The Decatur Daily 1981 - 1983
Skills
Integrated Marketing, Management, Advertising, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, CRM, Online Advertising, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Sales, Advertising Sales, Publishing, Email Marketing, Magazines, Digital Media, Direct Marketing, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Media Planning, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, Public Relations
Education
Auburn University
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration/Marketing
University of Alabama
Master of Arts, Advertising, Mass Communications
Self Employed November 1992 - Present
Atlanta magazine 1987 - 1992
The Tuscaloosa News October 1985 - October 1987
The Decatur Daily October 1984 - October 1985
Skills
Magazines, Journalism, Freelance Writing, Newspaper, Writing, Copywriting, Advertising, Newspapers, Social Media Marketing, Copy Editing, Publications, Creative Writing, Web Content, AP Style, Newsletters, Press Releases, Editing, Editorial
Education
Auburn University 1980 — 1984
Bachelors, Journalism
Homewood High School
The Paducah Sun August 2014 - Present
The Decatur Daily June 2012 - August 2014
ADT Security Services October 2011 - March 2012
Experienced Sales/Marketing, Call Center Manager April 2011 - October 2011
Media General September 2010 - July 2011
Gannett Wisconsin Media July 2009 - August 2010
Press Gazette July 2006 - August 2010
Gannett 2005 - 2009
The Daily Advertiser (Gannett Corp.) 2005 - 2007
NPG Newspapers Inc. 2000 - 2004
Skills
Sales Management, Change Management, Call Center, Volunteer Management, New Business Development, Advertising, Team Building, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Customer Relations, Customer Service, Advertising Sales, Negotiation, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Hiring, Budgeting, Contract Negotiation, Promotions, Problem Solving, Team Leadership, Marketing Communications, B2B, Coaching, Consultative Selling, Mentoring, Budgets, Call Centers, Cold Calling, Digital Marketing, Event Planning, Lead Generation, Leadership, Management, Market Research, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Newspapers, Online Advertising, Recruiting, Recruitment Advertising, SEM, Sales, Selling, Team Management, Training, Product Development, Digital Media, Event Management
Education
Cornell University 2015 — 2016
Executive Leadership Certificate
Adela Hale Business College 1977 — 1978
Associates, Business Management
Murray State University
General Studies
Butler County Community College
Business Administration and Management, General
Calhoun Community College
Business Administration and Management, General
Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson Community College
Gannett Design Studio August 2012 - Present
The Decatur Daily January 2007 - August 2012
The Decatur Daily October 2004 - December 2006
The Crimson White 2001 - 2004
Skills
Storytelling, Editing, AP Style, Copy Editing, Publications, Journalism, Newspaper Design, Headline Writing, QuarkXPress, InCopy, Social Media, Adobe Creative Suite, News Writing, Art Direction, Writing, InDesign, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Digital Photography, Layout, Stories, Magazine Design, Photo Editing, Photoshop, HTML, Joomla, Adobe Creative Cloud, Management, Magazines, Breaking News, Editorial
Education
University of Alabama 2000 — 2004
B.A., Journalism
The Decatur Daily December 2009 - Present
The Greenville News April 2000 - March 2007
The Pensacola News Journal/GCS 2000 - 2002
Skills
Newspaper, Leadership, Sales, Newspapers, Advertising Sales, Publishing, Advertising, Online Marketing, Blogging, Digital Media, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing
Education
Sinclair Community College
general
The Birmingham News January 2004 - Present
The Decatur Daily June 1997 - December 2003
Education
Auburn University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor's, Journalism
The Decatur Daily 1998 - Present
Skills
Copy Editing, Newspaper, QuarkXPress, Journalism, Editing, Headline Writing, Blogging, Research, Graphic Design, Microsoft Office, HTML, InDesign, Word, Facebook, Illustrator, Layout, Windows, Newspapers, AP Style, Editorial, News Writing, Online Journalism, InCopy, Breaking News, Web Content, Newspaper Design, Publishing, Publications, Newsletters, Feature Articles, Proofreading, Storytelling, Investigative Reporting, Press Releases, Microsoft Word
Education
Jacksonville State University 1994 — 1998
communications, journalism, broadcast, technical writing
grissom high school 1990 — 1994
The Clarion-Ledger July 2010 - Present
The Clarion-Ledger August 2008 - July 2010
The Decatur Daily July 2007 - July 2008
Education
Mississippi State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's in Communication, Journalism
F+W Media, Inc. February 2012 - September 2014
Hoffman Media 2009 - February 2012
Martha Pullen Company / Sew Beautiful magazine February 1994 - 2009
Hutto Printing and Advertising 1991 - 1994
The Decatur Daily 1989 - 1991
Skills
Photoshop, InDesign, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Magazines, Craft, Illustrator, Art Direction, Publications, Books, Creative Direction, Production, Publishing, Graphics, Illustration, Art
Education
Athens State College
BA, Art
University of Montevallo
Graphic Design
Macys January 2011 - Present
The Birmingham News September 1995 - November 2010
The Decatur Daily 1992 - 1995
The Andalusia Star-News 1985 - 1992
Lockheed-Martin 1985 - 1985
Skills
Sales Management, Advertising Sales, Advertising, Salesforce.com, Microsoft Office, Excel, Fundraising, PowerPoint, Word, Retail, Online Advertising, Promotions, SEO, Copywriting, Customer Service, SEM, Public Speaking, Budgeting, Customer Relations, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Social Networking, Photography, Marketing Communications, Facebook, Media Relations, Direct Mail, Newspaper, Media Planning, Journalism, Newsletters, Budgets, Graphic Design, Newspapers, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Email Marketing
Education
Auburn University 1980 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts, Public Relations Journalism, Communications, Advertising
Alabama Farmers Cooperative October 2009 - Present
"Historic Huntsville Quarterly" 1999 - 2000
The Huntsville Times February 1981 - December 1998
The Decatur Daily November 1977 - February 1981
Skills
Copy Editing, Newspaper, Stories, Proofreading, Copywriting, Publicity, Press Releases, Book Reviews, Magazines, News Writing, Feature Articles, Magazine Articles, Creative Non-fiction, Freelance Writing, Technical Editing, Facebook, InCopy, Rewriting, Web Editing, Layout, Editorial, Headline Writing, SEO copywriting, Newspapers, Storytelling, Online Publishing, Editing, Online Journalism, Content Writing, Non-fiction, Text Editing, AP Style, Fiction, Short Stories, Marketing Copy, Ghostwriting, Travel Writing, Books
Education
Auburn University 1973 — 1977
B.A., Secondary English Education, Journalism
Team IP October 2008 - Present
The Decatur Daily July 2007 - September 2008
New Hope Church July 2006 - July 2008
The Crossroad Church October 1997 - June 2006
Skills
Digital Marketing, Account Management, Advertising, Online Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Digital Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, New Business Development, Social Media, Digital Media, Marketing, B2B
Education
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary 1991 — 1994
Master of Divinity (M.Div.)
Hanover College 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Connersville High School 1981 — 1985
Cumulus Media August 2014 - Present
Alabama Media Group June 2013 - August 2014
Central Newspaper Holdings Inc. Cullman Times / Athens Courier August 2010 - June 2013
The Decatur Daily December 2009 - August 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Selling Skills, Advertising Sales, Sales Management, Social Media Marketing, Fundraising, Cold Calling, Public Relations, Advertising, Online Marketing, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Event Management, Digital Marketing, Social Media, Blogging, Newspaper, Online Advertising, Graphic Design, Event Planning, Building Relationships, Marketing Strategy, Media Relations, Salesforce.com, Social Networking, Media Sales, Negotiation, New Business Development, Newspapers, B2B, Marketing Communications, SEO, PPC, SEM, Sales, Marketing, Email Marketing, Account Management, Strategic Planning, Mobile Advertising, Facebook, Leadership, Team Building, Direct Mail, Digital Media, Press Releases
Education
Faulkner University 1994 — 2000
BBA, Business
Bayonet & Saber January 2013 - Present
The Decatur Daily September 2010 - August 2012
Troy Messenger May 2009 - September 2010
Troy University August 2006 - May 2009
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Editing, Copy Editing, Journalism, Ap Style, Storytelling, Proofreading, News Writing, Newspaper, Breaking News, Newspapers
Education
Troy University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
The Decatur Daily February 2012 - Present
Quality Outdoor Advertising February 2009 - February 2012
The Cullman Times January 2002 - January 2009
Education
University of Alabama 1978 — 1982
Marketing
Pelham High School
The Decatur Daily August 2009 - Present
Education
Lee University