The Journal-Standard
Industry: Newspaper
DescriptionThe Journal Standard is an American daily newspaper published Mondays through Saturdays in Freeport, Illinois. It is owned by GateHouse Media. The newspaper's coverage area includes Carroll, Jo Daviess, Ogle and Stephenson counties. Publisher: Paul Gaier OCLC number: 11087856 Owner: GateHouse Media People also search for: Rockford Register Star,
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The Journal-Standard Employees
Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Nick Crow Nick Crow's The Journal-Standard Experience February 2012 - January 2014
Job Education Reporter for The Gazette in Janesville
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The Janesville Gazette January 2014 - Present
Woodward, Inc. August 2013 - January 2014
The Journal-Standard February 2012 - January 2014
Jonk Music August 2011 - April 2012
Rockford Register Star September 2011 - February 2012
Bleacher Report September 2011 - February 2012
ExamWorks 2010 - 2012
Skills
Journalism, Newspaper, Writing, Copy Editing, Online Journalism, Digital Journalism, Social Media, Blogging, News Writing, Video Journalism, City Government, Copywriting, Online News, Breaking News, Photojournalism, Newspaper Design, Investigative Reporting, City Halls, Web Content, Social Networking, Government Relations, Report Writing, News, Twitter, Music Journalism, Freelance Writing, Adobe, English, Internet, Microsoft Office, Mac, QuarkXPress, Research, InCopy, Video, Music Review, Client Liaison, Quality Assurance, Client Co-ordination, Creative Writing, LinkedIn, Digital Media, Media, New Media, Facebook, iPhone, InDesign, Sports Writing, Travel, Impromptu Speaking
Education
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Print Journalism; Political Science
Dublin City University 2008 — 2008
International Communications
The Janesville Gazette January 2014 - Present
Woodward, Inc. August 2013 - January 2014
The Journal-Standard February 2012 - January 2014
Jonk Music August 2011 - April 2012
Rockford Register Star September 2011 - February 2012
Bleacher Report September 2011 - February 2012
ExamWorks 2010 - 2012
Skills
Journalism, Newspaper, Writing, Copy Editing, Online Journalism, Digital Journalism, Social Media, Blogging, News Writing, Video Journalism, City Government, Copywriting, Online News, Breaking News, Photojournalism, Newspaper Design, Investigative Reporting, City Halls, Web Content, Social Networking, Government Relations, Report Writing, News, Twitter, Music Journalism, Freelance Writing, Adobe, English, Internet, Microsoft Office, Mac, QuarkXPress, Research, InCopy, Video, Music Review, Client Liaison, Quality Assurance, Client Co-ordination, Creative Writing, LinkedIn, Digital Media, Media, New Media, Facebook, iPhone, InDesign, Sports Writing, Travel, Impromptu Speaking
Education
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Print Journalism; Political Science
Dublin City University 2008 — 2008
International Communications
June Stricker June Stricker's The Journal-Standard Experience January 2004 - August 2004
Job Editor
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Hanson Professional Services Inc. December 2012 - Present
The State Journal-Register August 2004 - August 2012
Microchip Computer Solutions Inc. July 2011 - September 2011
The Journal-Standard January 2004 - August 2004
The Journal-Standard June 2002 - January 2004
Skills
Copy Editing, Journalism, Editing, Blogging, QuarkXPress, Publishing, Headline Writing, AP Style, Photography, Pagination, Content Management, Newspapers, Writing, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Lightroom, Paper crafts, Drawing, Painting
Education
Bradley University 1999 — 2002
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
College of Lake County 1998 — 1999
Hanson Professional Services Inc. December 2012 - Present
The State Journal-Register August 2004 - August 2012
Microchip Computer Solutions Inc. July 2011 - September 2011
The Journal-Standard January 2004 - August 2004
The Journal-Standard June 2002 - January 2004
Skills
Copy Editing, Journalism, Editing, Blogging, QuarkXPress, Publishing, Headline Writing, AP Style, Photography, Pagination, Content Management, Newspapers, Writing, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Lightroom, Paper crafts, Drawing, Painting
Education
Bradley University 1999 — 2002
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
College of Lake County 1998 — 1999
Brian Sutton Brian Sutton's The Journal-Standard Experience May 1997 - August 1998
Job Vice President, Corporate Solutions Marketing at JLL
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
JLL July 2015 - Present
JLL February 2015 - Present
JLL February 2012 - February 2015
JLL July 2008 - February 2012
The Staubach Company November 2007 - July 2008
Law Bulletin Publishing Company May 1999 - November 2007
Illinois House Republicans August 1998 - May 1999
The Journal-Standard May 1997 - August 1998
Skills
Marketing Communications, Marketing, Editing, Public Relations, Press Releases, Editorial, Writing, Corporate Communications, Journalism, Customer Service, Graphic Design, Integrated Marketing, Photography, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Internal Communications, Business Development..., Presentation Development, Proposal Writing, Real Estate, Advertising, Business Development, Leadership, Creative Direction, Publications, Management, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Email Marketing, Newsletters, Project Management, Public Speaking, Strategic Communications, Social Media, B2B Marketing, Digital Marketing, Market Research
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
JLL July 2015 - Present
JLL February 2015 - Present
JLL February 2012 - February 2015
JLL July 2008 - February 2012
The Staubach Company November 2007 - July 2008
Law Bulletin Publishing Company May 1999 - November 2007
Illinois House Republicans August 1998 - May 1999
The Journal-Standard May 1997 - August 1998
Skills
Marketing Communications, Marketing, Editing, Public Relations, Press Releases, Editorial, Writing, Corporate Communications, Journalism, Customer Service, Graphic Design, Integrated Marketing, Photography, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Internal Communications, Business Development..., Presentation Development, Proposal Writing, Real Estate, Advertising, Business Development, Leadership, Creative Direction, Publications, Management, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Email Marketing, Newsletters, Project Management, Public Speaking, Strategic Communications, Social Media, B2B Marketing, Digital Marketing, Market Research
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
Shannon Ireland's The Journal-Standard Experience December 2013 - October 2014
Job Web copywriter at Red Ventures
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Red Ventures October 2014 - Present
The Journal-Standard December 2013 - October 2014
The Sidney Sun-Telegraph September 2013 - December 2013
Indiana Daily Student May 2012 - April 2013
Her Campus October 2011 - April 2013
Skills
News Writing, Feature Articles, Journalism, AP Style, Editing, Copy Editing, Facebook, Creative Writing, Blogging, Media Relations, Breaking News, Press Releases, Final Cut Pro, Copywriting, WordPress, Social Networking, Online Journalism, Social Media, Newspapers, Digital Media, Storytelling, Fact-checking, InDesign, iMovie, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Editorial, Web Content, InCopy
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
Red Ventures October 2014 - Present
The Journal-Standard December 2013 - October 2014
The Sidney Sun-Telegraph September 2013 - December 2013
Indiana Daily Student May 2012 - April 2013
Her Campus October 2011 - April 2013
Skills
News Writing, Feature Articles, Journalism, AP Style, Editing, Copy Editing, Facebook, Creative Writing, Blogging, Media Relations, Breaking News, Press Releases, Final Cut Pro, Copywriting, WordPress, Social Networking, Online Journalism, Social Media, Newspapers, Digital Media, Storytelling, Fact-checking, InDesign, iMovie, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Editorial, Web Content, InCopy
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
Jeremy Sharp's The Journal-Standard Experience May 2014 - Present
Job Journalist at The JournalStandard
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
The Journal-Standard May 2014 - Present
WIWU-TV September 2013 - April 2014
Indiana Wesleyan University September 2013 - April 2014
The Sojourn May 2012 - April 2014
Schaumburg Boomers March 2013 - September 2013
The Sojourn August 2011 - May 2012
The Fortress August 2011 - May 2012
The Brown County Press January 2007 - May 2009
Skills
Sports Writing, Creative Writing, Journalism, News Writing, Media Relations, Press Releases, Copy Editing, Blogging, Editing, Storytelling, Public Relations, Social Media, Newspaper, Broadcast Journalism, Ap Style, Facebook, Copywriting, Feature Articles, AP Style, Newspapers, Adobe Creative Suite, Broadcast, Publications, Video Production, Publicity, WordPress
Education
Indiana Wesleyan University 2010 — 2014
In progress, Journalism, Media Communications
The Journal-Standard May 2014 - Present
WIWU-TV September 2013 - April 2014
Indiana Wesleyan University September 2013 - April 2014
The Sojourn May 2012 - April 2014
Schaumburg Boomers March 2013 - September 2013
The Sojourn August 2011 - May 2012
The Fortress August 2011 - May 2012
The Brown County Press January 2007 - May 2009
Skills
Sports Writing, Creative Writing, Journalism, News Writing, Media Relations, Press Releases, Copy Editing, Blogging, Editing, Storytelling, Public Relations, Social Media, Newspaper, Broadcast Journalism, Ap Style, Facebook, Copywriting, Feature Articles, AP Style, Newspapers, Adobe Creative Suite, Broadcast, Publications, Video Production, Publicity, WordPress
Education
Indiana Wesleyan University 2010 — 2014
In progress, Journalism, Media Communications
Steve Trosley Steve Trosley's The Journal-Standard Experience August 2006 - January 2012
Job EditorinChief, Catholic Telegraph, Archdiocese of Cincinnati
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Archdiocese of Cincinnati January 2012 - Present
Archdiocese of Cincinnati 2012 - 2015
Archdiocese of Cincinnati 2012 - 2015
The Journal-Standard August 2006 - January 2012
Norwalk Reflector April 1998 - July 2006
Inland Valley Daily Bulletin June 1994 - April 1998
California State University, Fullerton September 1995 - March 1998
Skills
Newspaper, Feature Articles, Editorial, AP Style, Journalism, News Writing, Blogging, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Editing, Magazines, Media Relations, Breaking News
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1969 — 1971
BS, Mass Communications
Illinois State University 1967 — 1969
English, Journalism
Marquette High School 1963 — 1967
Diploma, college prep
Archdiocese of Cincinnati January 2012 - Present
Archdiocese of Cincinnati 2012 - 2015
Archdiocese of Cincinnati 2012 - 2015
The Journal-Standard August 2006 - January 2012
Norwalk Reflector April 1998 - July 2006
Inland Valley Daily Bulletin June 1994 - April 1998
California State University, Fullerton September 1995 - March 1998
Skills
Newspaper, Feature Articles, Editorial, AP Style, Journalism, News Writing, Blogging, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Editing, Magazines, Media Relations, Breaking News
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1969 — 1971
BS, Mass Communications
Illinois State University 1967 — 1969
English, Journalism
Marquette High School 1963 — 1967
Diploma, college prep
Timothy Kruse Timothy Kruse's The Journal-Standard Experience 2001 - 2002
Job Director Full Time at WISN 12 News
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
WISN 12 News August 2014 - Present
WTEN-TV Albany, NY January 2007 - August 2014
WREX-TV Rockford May 2001 - December 2006
The Lindo Theatre - Classic Cinemas September 2005 - April 2006
The Journal Standard 2001 - 2002
Wendy's 1997 - 2000
Skills
ENPS, Broadcast, Non-linear Editing, Television, Broadcast Journalism, News Writing, Breaking News, Broadcast Television, Videography, Video Editing, Video Production, Producing
Education
Northern Illinois University 2004 — 2006
B.S., Communication with emphasis on Media Studies
Highland Community College 2000 — 2004
Associate of Science, General studies
Pearl City High School 1996 — 2000
Diploma, General Studies
WISN 12 News August 2014 - Present
WTEN-TV Albany, NY January 2007 - August 2014
WREX-TV Rockford May 2001 - December 2006
The Lindo Theatre - Classic Cinemas September 2005 - April 2006
The Journal Standard 2001 - 2002
Wendy's 1997 - 2000
Skills
ENPS, Broadcast, Non-linear Editing, Television, Broadcast Journalism, News Writing, Breaking News, Broadcast Television, Videography, Video Editing, Video Production, Producing
Education
Northern Illinois University 2004 — 2006
B.S., Communication with emphasis on Media Studies
Highland Community College 2000 — 2004
Associate of Science, General studies
Pearl City High School 1996 — 2000
Diploma, General Studies
Eric Petermann Eric Petermann's The Journal-Standard Experience 2007 - 2009
Job Editor at Sierra Vista Herald
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Sierra Vista Herald May 2011 - Present
GateHouse Media January 2007 - May 2011
The Journal-Standard 2007 - 2009
Skills
Newspaper, Ap Style, News Writing, Copy Editing, Journalism, Feature Articles, Editorial, Magazines, Investigative Reporting, Proofreading, QuarkXPress, Storytelling, Editing, Newspapers, AP Style, Publications, Social Media, Digital Photography, Photography, Breaking News, Multimedia, Blogging, Facebook, Newsletters, Headline Writing, Publishing, InCopy
Education
Ripon College 1975 — 1979
Bachelor's degree, History, Political Science
Sierra Vista Herald May 2011 - Present
GateHouse Media January 2007 - May 2011
The Journal-Standard 2007 - 2009
Skills
Newspaper, Ap Style, News Writing, Copy Editing, Journalism, Feature Articles, Editorial, Magazines, Investigative Reporting, Proofreading, QuarkXPress, Storytelling, Editing, Newspapers, AP Style, Publications, Social Media, Digital Photography, Photography, Breaking News, Multimedia, Blogging, Facebook, Newsletters, Headline Writing, Publishing, InCopy
Education
Ripon College 1975 — 1979
Bachelor's degree, History, Political Science
Krista Stockman's The Journal-Standard Experience January 1998 - April 1999
Job Public Information Officer at Fort Wayne Community Schools
Industry Education Management
Experience
Cheers Wine Consultants LLC July 2010 - Present
Fort Wayne Community Schools July 2007 - Present
Northeast Indiana Public Radio 2008 - December 2014
The Journal Gazette April 2003 - July 2007
Fort Wayne Newspapers 2003 - 2007
Northwest Herald March 2000 - April 2003
Elgin Courier News May 1999 - March 2000
The Journal Standard January 1998 - April 1999
Dunkirk Evening Observer May 1997 - January 1998
Skills
Journalism, Copy Editing, Newspaper, Editing, Ap Style, Press Releases, News Writing, Public Relations, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Leadership, AP Style, Newsletters, Copywriting, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Newspapers, Publications
Education
Marquette University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism
Leadership Fort Wayne 2010 — 2011
Leadership
Disney Institute 2012 — 2012
Certificate of Completion, Disney's Approach to Quality Service
Cheers Wine Consultants LLC July 2010 - Present
Fort Wayne Community Schools July 2007 - Present
Northeast Indiana Public Radio 2008 - December 2014
The Journal Gazette April 2003 - July 2007
Fort Wayne Newspapers 2003 - 2007
Northwest Herald March 2000 - April 2003
Elgin Courier News May 1999 - March 2000
The Journal Standard January 1998 - April 1999
Dunkirk Evening Observer May 1997 - January 1998
Skills
Journalism, Copy Editing, Newspaper, Editing, Ap Style, Press Releases, News Writing, Public Relations, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Leadership, AP Style, Newsletters, Copywriting, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Newspapers, Publications
Education
Marquette University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism
Leadership Fort Wayne 2010 — 2011
Leadership
Disney Institute 2012 — 2012
Certificate of Completion, Disney's Approach to Quality Service
Barb (Aaby) Stricker Barb (Aaby) Stricker's The Journal-Standard Experience February 1993 - May 1996
Job Account Manager at M45 Marketing Services
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
M45 Marketing Services September 2004 - Present
Newell Rubbermaid January 2004 - September 2004
United Way of Northwest Illinois, Inc. January 1998 - January 2004
Iowa State University April 1997 - January 1998
The Kansas City Star May 1996 - April 1997
The Journal-Standard February 1993 - May 1996
State Chemical Manufacturing Company July 1992 - February 1993
Skills
Advertising, Account Management, Integrated Marketing, Marketing, B2B, Coaching, Marketing Strategy, Event Planning, Sales Promotion, Management, New Business Development, Team Building, Sales, Public Relations, Product Development, Customer Service, Leadership
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - College of Business 1990 — 1992
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General / Marketing
Highland Community College 1988 — 1990
Associate of Science (AS), Business Administration and Management, General
M45 Marketing Services September 2004 - Present
Newell Rubbermaid January 2004 - September 2004
United Way of Northwest Illinois, Inc. January 1998 - January 2004
Iowa State University April 1997 - January 1998
The Kansas City Star May 1996 - April 1997
The Journal-Standard February 1993 - May 1996
State Chemical Manufacturing Company July 1992 - February 1993
Skills
Advertising, Account Management, Integrated Marketing, Marketing, B2B, Coaching, Marketing Strategy, Event Planning, Sales Promotion, Management, New Business Development, Team Building, Sales, Public Relations, Product Development, Customer Service, Leadership
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - College of Business 1990 — 1992
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General / Marketing
Highland Community College 1988 — 1990
Associate of Science (AS), Business Administration and Management, General
Joy Buckels Joy Buckels's The Journal-Standard Experience February 1999 - February 2003
Job Retail Sales Manager at The North County Times & The Californian
Industry Publishing
Experience
The North County Times & The Californian January 2009 - Present
North County Times 2009 - Present
The North County Times & The Californian February 2003 - January 2009
The Journal Standard February 1999 - February 2003
The Times of Northwest Indiana September 1981 - February 1999
Education
Messiah College 1972 — 1974
Nursing
Indiana University-Northwest
Business
The North County Times & The Californian January 2009 - Present
North County Times 2009 - Present
The North County Times & The Californian February 2003 - January 2009
The Journal Standard February 1999 - February 2003
The Times of Northwest Indiana September 1981 - February 1999
Education
Messiah College 1972 — 1974
Nursing
Indiana University-Northwest
Business
Jared Samuelson Jared Samuelson's The Journal-Standard Experience 1999 - 2003
Job Action Officer, Joint Staff, The Pentagon
Industry Military
Experience
US Navy StudentMarine Corps University Command and Staff CollegeJuly 2014 - Present
USS WHIRLWIND (PC 11) February 2013 - July 2014
USS ROSS (DDG 71) December 2010 - June 2012
FGS LUEBECK (F214) January 2007 - February 2010
Defense Language Institute March 2006 - December 2006
USS LAKE ERIE (CG 70) May 2003 - March 2006
The Journal-Standard 1999 - 2003
The Journal-Standard 1999 - 2003
Skills
Military, German, Organizational..., Technical Leadership, Seamanship, Navigation, Operational Planning, Maritime, NATO, Military Operations, Military Experience, Security Clearance, Command, National Security, Training, Defense, Weapons, Navy, Force Protection, Military Training, Top Secret, DoD, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Management, Leadership
Education
Marine Corps University 2014 — 2015
Master's Degree, Military Studies
Defense Language Institute 2006 — 2006
Associate's Degree, German, A
University of Southern California 1999 — 2003
Bachelor's Degree, Print Journalism, A
OHS
US Navy StudentMarine Corps University Command and Staff CollegeJuly 2014 - Present
USS WHIRLWIND (PC 11) February 2013 - July 2014
USS ROSS (DDG 71) December 2010 - June 2012
FGS LUEBECK (F214) January 2007 - February 2010
Defense Language Institute March 2006 - December 2006
USS LAKE ERIE (CG 70) May 2003 - March 2006
The Journal-Standard 1999 - 2003
The Journal-Standard 1999 - 2003
Skills
Military, German, Organizational..., Technical Leadership, Seamanship, Navigation, Operational Planning, Maritime, NATO, Military Operations, Military Experience, Security Clearance, Command, National Security, Training, Defense, Weapons, Navy, Force Protection, Military Training, Top Secret, DoD, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Management, Leadership
Education
Marine Corps University 2014 — 2015
Master's Degree, Military Studies
Defense Language Institute 2006 — 2006
Associate's Degree, German, A
University of Southern California 1999 — 2003
Bachelor's Degree, Print Journalism, A
OHS
Andrew Craft Andrew Craft's The Journal-Standard Experience August 2001 - June 2002
Job Staff Photographer at The Fayetteville Observer
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The Fayetteville Observer May 2005 - Present
The Evening Sun September 2002 - May 2005
The Toledo Blade July 2002 - September 2002
The Journal-Standard August 2001 - June 2002
Skills
Photoshop, Photography, Photojournalism, Portraits, HTML, Mac OS X, Windows, Breaking News, Journalism, Editing, Final Cut Pro, Newspaper, Ap Style, Editorial, Magazines, Videography, Image Editing, Multimedia, OS X, Layout, Photo Mechanic, Storytelling, Newspapers, Sports Photography, Digital Photography, Portrait Photography, Editorial Photography, Visual Journalism, Soundslides, Documentary Photography, Studio Lighting, Environmental..., AP Style, QuarkXPress, Event Photography, Photos, News Writing, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, Documentaries, Newspaper Design, Publications, Video Editing
Education
San Francisco State University 1998 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism w/ emphasis in photojournalism
Riverside Community College 1993 — 1995
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Photography
The Fayetteville Observer May 2005 - Present
The Evening Sun September 2002 - May 2005
The Toledo Blade July 2002 - September 2002
The Journal-Standard August 2001 - June 2002
Skills
Photoshop, Photography, Photojournalism, Portraits, HTML, Mac OS X, Windows, Breaking News, Journalism, Editing, Final Cut Pro, Newspaper, Ap Style, Editorial, Magazines, Videography, Image Editing, Multimedia, OS X, Layout, Photo Mechanic, Storytelling, Newspapers, Sports Photography, Digital Photography, Portrait Photography, Editorial Photography, Visual Journalism, Soundslides, Documentary Photography, Studio Lighting, Environmental..., AP Style, QuarkXPress, Event Photography, Photos, News Writing, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, Documentaries, Newspaper Design, Publications, Video Editing
Education
San Francisco State University 1998 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism w/ emphasis in photojournalism
Riverside Community College 1993 — 1995
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Photography
Diana Roemer's The Journal-Standard Experience August 2004 - August 2008
Job Director of Advancement at Pinecrest Community
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Pinecrest Community July 2014 - Present
Pinecrest Community March 2012 - Present
American Red Cross Rock River Chapter October 2011 - March 2012
American Red Cross Northwest Illinois Chapter August 2008 - March 2012
The Journal-Standard August 2004 - August 2008
San Gabriel Valley Tribune 2000 - 2004
Skills
Board Development, Newspaper, Journalism, Editing, Copy Editing, Media Relations, Storytelling, Blogging, Public Relations, Social Media, Community Outreach, Facebook, Fundraising, Feature Articles, Ap Style, Newsletters, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Speech Writing, Non-profits, Donor Research, Nonprofits, AP Style, Community Development, Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, News Writing, Grassroots Organizing, Grant Writing, Volunteer Management, Crisis Communications, Web Content, Public Speaking, Marketing, Strategic Communications, Public Policy, Grants, Philanthropy, Corporate Communications, Publications, Politics, Editorial, Annual Giving, Publicity, Non-profit..., Program Development, Research, Proofreading, Newspapers
Education
Dakota High School 1969 — 1973
California State University-Northridge 1977 — 1981
BA, Political Science
UCLA 1984 — 1984
Studied Journalism, Certificate
Rock Valley College 1973 — 1975
Associate of Arts (A.A.) Liberal Studies, POLICE SCIENCE; PSYCHOLOGY
Pinecrest Community July 2014 - Present
Pinecrest Community March 2012 - Present
American Red Cross Rock River Chapter October 2011 - March 2012
American Red Cross Northwest Illinois Chapter August 2008 - March 2012
The Journal-Standard August 2004 - August 2008
San Gabriel Valley Tribune 2000 - 2004
Skills
Board Development, Newspaper, Journalism, Editing, Copy Editing, Media Relations, Storytelling, Blogging, Public Relations, Social Media, Community Outreach, Facebook, Fundraising, Feature Articles, Ap Style, Newsletters, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Speech Writing, Non-profits, Donor Research, Nonprofits, AP Style, Community Development, Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, News Writing, Grassroots Organizing, Grant Writing, Volunteer Management, Crisis Communications, Web Content, Public Speaking, Marketing, Strategic Communications, Public Policy, Grants, Philanthropy, Corporate Communications, Publications, Politics, Editorial, Annual Giving, Publicity, Non-profit..., Program Development, Research, Proofreading, Newspapers
Education
Dakota High School 1969 — 1973
California State University-Northridge 1977 — 1981
BA, Political Science
UCLA 1984 — 1984
Studied Journalism, Certificate
Rock Valley College 1973 — 1975
Associate of Arts (A.A.) Liberal Studies, POLICE SCIENCE; PSYCHOLOGY
Jenna Archuleta's The Journal-Standard Experience August 2002 - October 2003
Job Major Gifts Officer at The Rotary Foundation
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Rotary International August 2009 - Present
Rotary International January 2006 - August 2009
Riverview Center, Inc. June 2005 - January 2006
Riverview Center, Inc. October 2003 - June 2005
The Journal-Standard August 2002 - October 2003
Liberty Suburban Chicago Newspapers June 1999 - August 2002
Skills
Event Planning, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Marketing Strategy, Planned Giving, Copy Editing, Donor Relations, Charitable Giving..., Endowments, Newsletters, Board Development, Annual Giving, Strategy, Program Management, Training, Relationship Management, Business Travel, Extemporaneous Speaking, Enthusiastic..., Charities, Philanthropy
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2011 — 2014
Master's Degree (in progress)
Northwestern University 2009 — 2010
Professional Certificate
Western Illinois University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts
Montini Catholic High School
Rotary International August 2009 - Present
Rotary International January 2006 - August 2009
Riverview Center, Inc. June 2005 - January 2006
Riverview Center, Inc. October 2003 - June 2005
The Journal-Standard August 2002 - October 2003
Liberty Suburban Chicago Newspapers June 1999 - August 2002
Skills
Event Planning, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Marketing Strategy, Planned Giving, Copy Editing, Donor Relations, Charitable Giving..., Endowments, Newsletters, Board Development, Annual Giving, Strategy, Program Management, Training, Relationship Management, Business Travel, Extemporaneous Speaking, Enthusiastic..., Charities, Philanthropy
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2011 — 2014
Master's Degree (in progress)
Northwestern University 2009 — 2010
Professional Certificate
Western Illinois University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts
Montini Catholic High School
Bill Gaither's The Journal-Standard Experience July 2005 - October 2005
Job Coordinator of Multimedia at Carl Sandburg College
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Carl Sandburg College October 2011 - Present
Bill Gaither Photography 2009 - Present
Carl Sandburg College October 2010 - October 2011
The Register-Mail October 2005 - October 2010
The Journal-Standard July 2005 - October 2005
Peoria Journal Star January 2005 - June 2005
The Lima News June 2004 - December 2004
Menards September 2001 - January 2004
Skills
Photography, Digital Photography, Videography, Photoshop, Final Cut Express, Final Cut Studio, Adobe Creative Suite, Carpentry, Web Design, Internal Communications, Social Media, Multimedia, Crisis Communications, Photojournalism, Illustrator, InDesign, Slideshows, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Magazines, Web 2.0, Video Production, Video, Video Editing, Writing News Releases, Press Releases, News Writing, Web Content, Prezi, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Presentations, Presenter, Blogging, YouTube, Newspapers, Creative Writing, Newsletters, Copywriting, Slide Shows, Copy Editing, Journalism, WordPress, Media Relations, Storytelling, Marketing, Facebook
Education
Illinois State University 2002 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communication
Heartland Community College 2001 — 2002
Associate of Arts, Communications
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1999 — 2001
Olympia High School 1995 — 1999
Diploma
Carl Sandburg College October 2011 - Present
Bill Gaither Photography 2009 - Present
Carl Sandburg College October 2010 - October 2011
The Register-Mail October 2005 - October 2010
The Journal-Standard July 2005 - October 2005
Peoria Journal Star January 2005 - June 2005
The Lima News June 2004 - December 2004
Menards September 2001 - January 2004
Skills
Photography, Digital Photography, Videography, Photoshop, Final Cut Express, Final Cut Studio, Adobe Creative Suite, Carpentry, Web Design, Internal Communications, Social Media, Multimedia, Crisis Communications, Photojournalism, Illustrator, InDesign, Slideshows, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Magazines, Web 2.0, Video Production, Video, Video Editing, Writing News Releases, Press Releases, News Writing, Web Content, Prezi, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Presentations, Presenter, Blogging, YouTube, Newspapers, Creative Writing, Newsletters, Copywriting, Slide Shows, Copy Editing, Journalism, WordPress, Media Relations, Storytelling, Marketing, Facebook
Education
Illinois State University 2002 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communication
Heartland Community College 2001 — 2002
Associate of Arts, Communications
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1999 — 2001
Olympia High School 1995 — 1999
Diploma
Julie Taulman's The Journal-Standard Experience November 1997 - January 2003
Job Executive Director at Steamboat Adaptive Recreational Sports 'STARS'
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Steamboat Adaptive Recreational Sports 'STARS' October 2010 - Present
Strings Music Festival February 2007 - February 2009
M45 Marketing Services July 2004 - December 2006
The Journal-Standard November 1997 - January 2003
The Citizen August 1996 - November 1997
Skills
Fundraising
Education
Purdue University 1987 — 1991
BS, Communications and Psycology
Deerfield High School 1983 — 1987
HS Dipoloma
Steamboat Adaptive Recreational Sports 'STARS' October 2010 - Present
Strings Music Festival February 2007 - February 2009
M45 Marketing Services July 2004 - December 2006
The Journal-Standard November 1997 - January 2003
The Citizen August 1996 - November 1997
Skills
Fundraising
Education
Purdue University 1987 — 1991
BS, Communications and Psycology
Deerfield High School 1983 — 1987
HS Dipoloma
Jerry Pye's The Journal-Standard Experience February 2004 - July 2006
Job Regional Publisher at The Marshall News Messenger, The Panola Watchman
Industry Publishing
Experience
The Marshall News Messenger, The Panola Watchman December 2013 - Present
Brownwood Bulletin, Stephenvlle Empire-Tribune, Glen Rose Reporter March 2013 - December 2013
Buffalo Bulletin July 2011 - February 2013
Bastrop Daily Enterprise July 2006 - March 2011
Gatehouse Media 2006 - March 2011
The Journal Standard February 2004 - July 2006
Elko Daily Free Press February 2003 - February 2004
Bastrop Daily Enterprise November 1999 - February 2003
The Star-Courier October 1999 - November 1999
Maryville Daily Forum September 1995 - October 1999
Skills
Online Advertising, Lead Generation, Advertising, Newspaper, Marketing Strategy, Publishing, Budgeting, Customer Relations, Sales Management, New Business Development, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Marketing Management, Forecasting, Market Planning, Public Relations, SEM, Promotions, Circulation, Online Marketing, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Advertising Sales, Publications, Email Marketing, Newspapers, Digital Media
Education
Louisiana Tech University 1971 — 1975
Bachelor's Degree, B.S. in Business Management
Ruston High School
The Marshall News Messenger, The Panola Watchman December 2013 - Present
Brownwood Bulletin, Stephenvlle Empire-Tribune, Glen Rose Reporter March 2013 - December 2013
Buffalo Bulletin July 2011 - February 2013
Bastrop Daily Enterprise July 2006 - March 2011
Gatehouse Media 2006 - March 2011
The Journal Standard February 2004 - July 2006
Elko Daily Free Press February 2003 - February 2004
Bastrop Daily Enterprise November 1999 - February 2003
The Star-Courier October 1999 - November 1999
Maryville Daily Forum September 1995 - October 1999
Skills
Online Advertising, Lead Generation, Advertising, Newspaper, Marketing Strategy, Publishing, Budgeting, Customer Relations, Sales Management, New Business Development, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Marketing Management, Forecasting, Market Planning, Public Relations, SEM, Promotions, Circulation, Online Marketing, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Advertising Sales, Publications, Email Marketing, Newspapers, Digital Media
Education
Louisiana Tech University 1971 — 1975
Bachelor's Degree, B.S. in Business Management
Ruston High School
Stefanie Manley Stefanie Manley's The Journal-Standard Experience May 2007 - July 2011
Job Former Chief Photographer at The JournalStandard
Industry Photography
Experience
The Journal-Standard May 2007 - July 2011
Sidney Daily News January 2007 - May 2007
The Chautauquan Daily News June 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Photojournalism, Newspaper, Photography, Photos, Video, Journalism, Blogging, Digital Photography, Photo Editing, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Newspapers, Editing, Publications, Editorial
Education
Kent State University 2002 — 2005
Bachelor's in Visual Journalism, Photography, Photojournalism, Journalism, Political Science
Lakeland Community College 1998 — 2002
credit transfer, General
Art Institute of Pittsburgh 1999 — 2001
Associate Degree, Photography, Photojournalism
The Journal-Standard May 2007 - July 2011
Sidney Daily News January 2007 - May 2007
The Chautauquan Daily News June 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Photojournalism, Newspaper, Photography, Photos, Video, Journalism, Blogging, Digital Photography, Photo Editing, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Newspapers, Editing, Publications, Editorial
Education
Kent State University 2002 — 2005
Bachelor's in Visual Journalism, Photography, Photojournalism, Journalism, Political Science
Lakeland Community College 1998 — 2002
credit transfer, General
Art Institute of Pittsburgh 1999 — 2001
Associate Degree, Photography, Photojournalism
Leah Dixon Leah Dixon's The Journal-Standard Experience August 2001 - August 2014
Job Online Marketing Consultant at Townsquare Interactive
Industry Online Media
Experience
Townsquare Interactive September 2014 - Present
The Journal-Standard August 2001 - August 2014
Skills
Storytelling, Editorial, Facebook, Social Media, Creative Writing, Marketing, Event Planning, Online Advertising, Organization, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Digital Media
Education
Highland Community College
Associate's degree, Focus on Business and Accounting
Propel Marketing
Townsquare Interactive September 2014 - Present
The Journal-Standard August 2001 - August 2014
Skills
Storytelling, Editorial, Facebook, Social Media, Creative Writing, Marketing, Event Planning, Online Advertising, Organization, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Digital Media
Education
Highland Community College
Associate's degree, Focus on Business and Accounting
Propel Marketing
Jillian Duchnowski Jillian Duchnowski's The Journal-Standard Experience March 2015 - Present
Job Multifaceted journalist. Social media aficionado. Communicator.
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The Journal-Standard March 2015 - Present
Daily Chronicle October 2012 - February 2015
Patch.com November 2010 - October 2012
Northwest Herald September 2005 - November 2010
The Commercial-News April 2005 - August 2005
The Herald Bulletin November 2004 - April 2005
The Chronicle August 2003 - October 2004
Skills
Blogging, Storytelling, Newspapers, Editing, Feature Articles, Editorial, Facebook, Breaking News, Social Media, Creative Writing, Video, Marketing, AP Style, News Writing, Management, Journalism, Copy Editing, Legal Research, Online Journalism, Headline Writing, Newspaper, Ap Style
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1999 — 2003
Bachelor's of Science, Journalism, English
Roosevelt University 2009 — 2010
Paralegal certificate
The Journal-Standard March 2015 - Present
Daily Chronicle October 2012 - February 2015
Patch.com November 2010 - October 2012
Northwest Herald September 2005 - November 2010
The Commercial-News April 2005 - August 2005
The Herald Bulletin November 2004 - April 2005
The Chronicle August 2003 - October 2004
Skills
Blogging, Storytelling, Newspapers, Editing, Feature Articles, Editorial, Facebook, Breaking News, Social Media, Creative Writing, Video, Marketing, AP Style, News Writing, Management, Journalism, Copy Editing, Legal Research, Online Journalism, Headline Writing, Newspaper, Ap Style
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1999 — 2003
Bachelor's of Science, Journalism, English
Roosevelt University 2009 — 2010
Paralegal certificate
Joey Baskerville Joey Baskerville's The Journal-Standard Experience October 2012 - August 2013
Job Student at Triton College
Industry Health, Wellness and Fitness
Experience
Triton College August 2014 - Present
Rockford Register Star and The Journal-Standard August 2013 - August 2014
The Journal-Standard October 2012 - August 2013
The Journal-Standard August 2007 - October 2012
Northern Star April 2005 - May 2007
Skills
Sports Writing, Microsoft Office, Blogging, Social Media, Twitter, Editing, Journalism, Sports, Public Relations, Newspapers, Storytelling, AP Style, Feature Articles, Columnist, Report Writing, Soundslides, Audio Editing, Facebook, Online Publishing, Syndication, Interviewing, Copy Editing, InCopy, Proofreading, Headline Writing, Media Relations, Social Networking, Associated Press style, Breaking News, Investigative Reporting
Education
Triton College 2014 — 2016
Associate's Degree, Pre-Physical Therapy Studies
Northern Illinois University 2003 — 2007
Liberal Arts & Sciences, Journalism
St. Joseph High School 1999 — 2003
High school diploma
Triton College August 2014 - Present
Rockford Register Star and The Journal-Standard August 2013 - August 2014
The Journal-Standard October 2012 - August 2013
The Journal-Standard August 2007 - October 2012
Northern Star April 2005 - May 2007
Skills
Sports Writing, Microsoft Office, Blogging, Social Media, Twitter, Editing, Journalism, Sports, Public Relations, Newspapers, Storytelling, AP Style, Feature Articles, Columnist, Report Writing, Soundslides, Audio Editing, Facebook, Online Publishing, Syndication, Interviewing, Copy Editing, InCopy, Proofreading, Headline Writing, Media Relations, Social Networking, Associated Press style, Breaking News, Investigative Reporting
Education
Triton College 2014 — 2016
Associate's Degree, Pre-Physical Therapy Studies
Northern Illinois University 2003 — 2007
Liberal Arts & Sciences, Journalism
St. Joseph High School 1999 — 2003
High school diploma
Cara Spoto Cara Spoto's The Journal-Standard Experience September 2006 - January 2009
Job Experienced Writer and Reporter
Industry Newspapers
Experience
JOURNAL TIMES January 2012 - Present
*** 2011 - Present
Stevens Point Journal April 2009 - March 2011
The Journal-Standard September 2006 - January 2009
The Daily Herald January 2006 - July 2006
Public Affairs Reporting Program 2005 - 2006
The Legislative Gazette 2005 - 2005
City Pages 2001 - 2002
The Minnesota Daily 2000 - 2001
Skills
Writing, Newspaper, Copywriting, Editing, Social Media, Blogging, Interviewing, Photoshop, Video Editing, Final Cut Pro, Excel, Word, Video, PowerPoint, Social Networking, Facebook, Investigative Reporting, Science Writing, Photography, arts writing, Feature Writing, Art Criticism, music criticsm, Newspapers, Feature Articles, News Writing, Interviews, Microsoft Excel, Journalism, Microsoft Word, Science Journalism, Publications, Copy Editing, AP Style, Headline Writing, Press Releases, Breaking News, Public Relations, Editorial, Storytelling, Magazines, Media Relations, Online Journalism, InCopy, Proofreading
Education
University of Illinois at Springfield 2005 — 2006
M.A., Journalism
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1999 — 2003
B.A., Journalism
University of Wisconsin-Platteville 1997 — 1999
JOURNAL TIMES January 2012 - Present
*** 2011 - Present
Stevens Point Journal April 2009 - March 2011
The Journal-Standard September 2006 - January 2009
The Daily Herald January 2006 - July 2006
Public Affairs Reporting Program 2005 - 2006
The Legislative Gazette 2005 - 2005
City Pages 2001 - 2002
The Minnesota Daily 2000 - 2001
Skills
Writing, Newspaper, Copywriting, Editing, Social Media, Blogging, Interviewing, Photoshop, Video Editing, Final Cut Pro, Excel, Word, Video, PowerPoint, Social Networking, Facebook, Investigative Reporting, Science Writing, Photography, arts writing, Feature Writing, Art Criticism, music criticsm, Newspapers, Feature Articles, News Writing, Interviews, Microsoft Excel, Journalism, Microsoft Word, Science Journalism, Publications, Copy Editing, AP Style, Headline Writing, Press Releases, Breaking News, Public Relations, Editorial, Storytelling, Magazines, Media Relations, Online Journalism, InCopy, Proofreading
Education
University of Illinois at Springfield 2005 — 2006
M.A., Journalism
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1999 — 2003
B.A., Journalism
University of Wisconsin-Platteville 1997 — 1999
Gregory Alford, MS. Psy.'s The Journal-Standard Experience July 1996 - April 1999
Job Communications and Strategic Planning Leader & Transition Coach
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Gift of Hope January 2015 - Present
Accelerated Coaching & Consulting, LLC April 2013 - Present
Seasons Healthcare Management, LLC March 2013 - March 2014
Advocate Health Care December 2010 - January 2013
Advocate Health Care February 2008 - December 2010
Presence Health December 2006 - February 2008
OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center April 1999 - November 2006
The Journal-Standard July 1996 - April 1999
Turlock Journal July 1995 - June 1996
Merced Sun-Star March 1993 - March 1995
Skills
Media Relations, Leadership, Strategic Communications, Marketing Strategy, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Internal Communications, Newsletters, Social Media, Healthcare, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Advertising, SEO, Social Media Marketing, Corporate Communications, Community Outreach, Integrated Marketing, Crisis Communications, Nonprofits, Hospitals, Brand Management, Brand Development, Public Speaking, Blogging, Management, Fundraising, Press Releases, Public Relations, Editing, CRM, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Market Research, Business Development, Blogger, Consulting, Business Coaching, Coaching, Facebook, Leadership Development, Team Building, Marketing, Healthcare Management, Social Networking, Start-ups, Writing, Program Development, Executive Management, Email Marketing
Education
International Coach Academy 2013 — 2014
Certified Coach Certificate (almost complete! ), Leadership, career transition and personal coaching
Capella University 2005 — 2010
Master’s Degree, Psychology, 3.7 GPA
Columbia College 2000 — 2002
B.A., Liberal Arts
Merced College 1991 — 1993
A.A., Liberal Arts
Gift of Hope January 2015 - Present
Accelerated Coaching & Consulting, LLC April 2013 - Present
Seasons Healthcare Management, LLC March 2013 - March 2014
Advocate Health Care December 2010 - January 2013
Advocate Health Care February 2008 - December 2010
Presence Health December 2006 - February 2008
OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center April 1999 - November 2006
The Journal-Standard July 1996 - April 1999
Turlock Journal July 1995 - June 1996
Merced Sun-Star March 1993 - March 1995
Skills
Media Relations, Leadership, Strategic Communications, Marketing Strategy, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Internal Communications, Newsletters, Social Media, Healthcare, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Advertising, SEO, Social Media Marketing, Corporate Communications, Community Outreach, Integrated Marketing, Crisis Communications, Nonprofits, Hospitals, Brand Management, Brand Development, Public Speaking, Blogging, Management, Fundraising, Press Releases, Public Relations, Editing, CRM, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Market Research, Business Development, Blogger, Consulting, Business Coaching, Coaching, Facebook, Leadership Development, Team Building, Marketing, Healthcare Management, Social Networking, Start-ups, Writing, Program Development, Executive Management, Email Marketing
Education
International Coach Academy 2013 — 2014
Certified Coach Certificate (almost complete! ), Leadership, career transition and personal coaching
Capella University 2005 — 2010
Master’s Degree, Psychology, 3.7 GPA
Columbia College 2000 — 2002
B.A., Liberal Arts
Merced College 1991 — 1993
A.A., Liberal Arts
Jason Carson Wilson's The Journal-Standard Experience January 2007 - May 2009
Job Writer at Windy CIty Times
Industry Online Media
Experience
J.C. Wilson Media September 2005 - Present
Windy City Media Group March 2012 - Present
Flying Monkeys Fashions April 2011 - Present
Moments & Memories Imagery May 2010 - Present
Targeted News Service, LLC May 2009 - Present
Sauk Valley Newspapers February 2010 - May 2011
The Journal-Standard January 2007 - May 2009
Boone County Journal September 2006 - January 2007
Rock River Times March 2006 - September 2006
Pekin Daily Times January 2004 - June 2005
Skills
Storytelling, Feature Articles, Editorial, News Writing, Digital Photography, Newspapers, Photoshop, New Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Video, Creative Writing, Public Relations, Feature Writing, Voice Over, Genealogy, Religious Education, Social Justice, Content Management, Video Production, Photography
Education
Chicago Theological Seminary 2013 — 2016
Master of Divinity (M.Div.)
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1994 — 1999
B.S, News-Editorial
Champaign Central High School 1990 — 1994
Diploma
J.C. Wilson Media September 2005 - Present
Windy City Media Group March 2012 - Present
Flying Monkeys Fashions April 2011 - Present
Moments & Memories Imagery May 2010 - Present
Targeted News Service, LLC May 2009 - Present
Sauk Valley Newspapers February 2010 - May 2011
The Journal-Standard January 2007 - May 2009
Boone County Journal September 2006 - January 2007
Rock River Times March 2006 - September 2006
Pekin Daily Times January 2004 - June 2005
Skills
Storytelling, Feature Articles, Editorial, News Writing, Digital Photography, Newspapers, Photoshop, New Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Video, Creative Writing, Public Relations, Feature Writing, Voice Over, Genealogy, Religious Education, Social Justice, Content Management, Video Production, Photography
Education
Chicago Theological Seminary 2013 — 2016
Master of Divinity (M.Div.)
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1994 — 1999
B.S, News-Editorial
Champaign Central High School 1990 — 1994
Diploma
Sharon Kornfeind's The Journal-Standard Experience October 2006 - January 2008
Job Office Manager at Century 21 Affiliated
Industry Banking
Experience
CENTURY 21 Affiliated January 2013 - Present
MetLife June 2012 - Present
U.S. Bank September 2011 - September 2012
MetLife July 2012 - August 2012
Sentry Insurance March 2012 - June 2012
U.S. Bank September 2011 - January 2012
Woodforest National Bank January 2008 - September 2011
Spherion Services June 2011 - August 2011
The Journal- Standard October 2006 - January 2008
The Journal October 2006 - January 2008
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Administrative..., Retail Banking, LINQ, Social Networking, Marketing, Retail, Marketing Strategy, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Training, Team Building
Education
Community College 1982 — 1984
Dakota Community Unit School District
Highland Community College
National Career Readiness Certificate
Highland Community College
CENTURY 21 Affiliated January 2013 - Present
MetLife June 2012 - Present
U.S. Bank September 2011 - September 2012
MetLife July 2012 - August 2012
Sentry Insurance March 2012 - June 2012
U.S. Bank September 2011 - January 2012
Woodforest National Bank January 2008 - September 2011
Spherion Services June 2011 - August 2011
The Journal- Standard October 2006 - January 2008
The Journal October 2006 - January 2008
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Administrative..., Retail Banking, LINQ, Social Networking, Marketing, Retail, Marketing Strategy, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Training, Team Building
Education
Community College 1982 — 1984
Dakota Community Unit School District
Highland Community College
National Career Readiness Certificate
Highland Community College
Dan Stockman's The Journal-Standard Experience 1996 - 1999
Job National Correspondent for Global Sisters Report, a project of National Catholic Reporter
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Global Sisters Report July 2014 - Present
Indiana Tech August 2014 - Present
The Journal Gazette 2003 - 2014
The Northwest Herald 1999 - 2003
The Journal-Standard 1996 - 1999
The Pioneer 1995 - 1996
The Marshall Chronicle 1995 - 1995
Skills
Newspaper, Journalism, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Breaking News, Investigative Reporting, News Writing, Editing, Online Journalism, Blogging, Media Relations, Proofreading, Headline Writing, Newspapers, AP Style, Business Journalism, Multimedia, Publications, Editorial, Fact-checking, Web Content, Feature Articles, Newspaper Design, Newsletters, Magazines, Copywriting
Education
Fairleigh Dickinson University-College at Florham 2012 — 2014
Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.), Creative Writing
Western Michigan University 1994 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Western Michigan University - Haworth College of Business 1991 — 1994
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing
Muskegon Community College 1988 — 1991
Global Sisters Report July 2014 - Present
Indiana Tech August 2014 - Present
The Journal Gazette 2003 - 2014
The Northwest Herald 1999 - 2003
The Journal-Standard 1996 - 1999
The Pioneer 1995 - 1996
The Marshall Chronicle 1995 - 1995
Skills
Newspaper, Journalism, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Breaking News, Investigative Reporting, News Writing, Editing, Online Journalism, Blogging, Media Relations, Proofreading, Headline Writing, Newspapers, AP Style, Business Journalism, Multimedia, Publications, Editorial, Fact-checking, Web Content, Feature Articles, Newspaper Design, Newsletters, Magazines, Copywriting
Education
Fairleigh Dickinson University-College at Florham 2012 — 2014
Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.), Creative Writing
Western Michigan University 1994 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Western Michigan University - Haworth College of Business 1991 — 1994
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing
Muskegon Community College 1988 — 1991
Dana Duffield's The Journal-Standard Experience 1999 - 2000
Job Associate Content Designer at Pocket Gems
Industry Computer Games
Experience
Pocket Gems September 2014 - Present
Choice of Games October 2013 - September 2014
Various Agencies September 2007 - September 2014
Jennifer Wirth, Attorney at Law 2005 - 2006
DePaul University College of Law 2004 - 2005
City Suites Hotel 2002 - 2003
Vance Publishing 2000 - 2002
The Journal-Standard 1999 - 2000
Skills
Litigation, Content Strategy, Legal Research, Intellectual Property, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing
Education
DePaul University College of Law 2003 — 2006
University of Missouri-Columbia 1995 — 1999
Pocket Gems September 2014 - Present
Choice of Games October 2013 - September 2014
Various Agencies September 2007 - September 2014
Jennifer Wirth, Attorney at Law 2005 - 2006
DePaul University College of Law 2004 - 2005
City Suites Hotel 2002 - 2003
Vance Publishing 2000 - 2002
The Journal-Standard 1999 - 2000
Skills
Litigation, Content Strategy, Legal Research, Intellectual Property, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing
Education
DePaul University College of Law 2003 — 2006
University of Missouri-Columbia 1995 — 1999
Sharon Boehlefeld's The Journal-Standard Experience 1999 - 2006
Job Features & Multimedia Editor at The Observer
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The Observer October 2006 - Present
various colleges and universities 1992 - 2010
The Journal Standard 1999 - 2006
North Central Associated Publishers 1977 - 1988
Rochelle Newpapers 1973 - 1977
Skills
Research, Journalism, Editing, Nonprofits, Newspaper, Multimedia, Press Releases, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Storytelling, News Writing, Newsletters, Publications, AP Style, Feature Articles, Editorial, Blogging, Proofreading, Media Relations, Copywriting, Creative Writing, Web Content, Facebook, Teaching, Social Networking, Social Media, Public Relations, Online Journalism, Freelance Writing, Interviews, Headline Writing, Photoshop, Digital Photography, Newspaper Design, Book Reviews, New Media, Layout, Text Editing, Non-fiction, InDesign, WordPress, Public Speaking, Digital Journalism, Web Content Management, Travel Writing
Education
Kishwaukee College
AS, History
Northern Illinois University
MA, BA, MA Sociology, BA Journalism
University of Wisconsin-Madison
ABD, Sociology
The Observer October 2006 - Present
various colleges and universities 1992 - 2010
The Journal Standard 1999 - 2006
North Central Associated Publishers 1977 - 1988
Rochelle Newpapers 1973 - 1977
Skills
Research, Journalism, Editing, Nonprofits, Newspaper, Multimedia, Press Releases, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Storytelling, News Writing, Newsletters, Publications, AP Style, Feature Articles, Editorial, Blogging, Proofreading, Media Relations, Copywriting, Creative Writing, Web Content, Facebook, Teaching, Social Networking, Social Media, Public Relations, Online Journalism, Freelance Writing, Interviews, Headline Writing, Photoshop, Digital Photography, Newspaper Design, Book Reviews, New Media, Layout, Text Editing, Non-fiction, InDesign, WordPress, Public Speaking, Digital Journalism, Web Content Management, Travel Writing
Education
Kishwaukee College
AS, History
Northern Illinois University
MA, BA, MA Sociology, BA Journalism
University of Wisconsin-Madison
ABD, Sociology
Alex Hickey's The Journal-Standard Experience August 2004 - August 2007
Job McNeese State Beat Writer
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Lake Charles American Press October 2008 - Present
Rumors & Rants October 2007 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times December 2007 - October 2008
The Journal-Standard August 2004 - August 2007
IU Student Media (Indiana Daily Student, Weekend, Arbutus, INside, idsnews.com) 2000 - 2004
SRN Broadcasting May 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Journalism, Newspaper, Editing, Sports, Ap Style, News Writing, Feature Articles, InCopy, Copy Editing, Breaking News, Editorial, Investigative Reporting, Storytelling, Blogging, Newspapers, AP Style, Headline Writing, Sports Writing, Online Journalism, Social Media, Audacity
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2000 — 2004
Bachelors, Journalism
Mundelein High School 1996 — 2000
Lake Charles American Press October 2008 - Present
Rumors & Rants October 2007 - Present
Chicago Sun-Times December 2007 - October 2008
The Journal-Standard August 2004 - August 2007
IU Student Media (Indiana Daily Student, Weekend, Arbutus, INside, idsnews.com) 2000 - 2004
SRN Broadcasting May 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Journalism, Newspaper, Editing, Sports, Ap Style, News Writing, Feature Articles, InCopy, Copy Editing, Breaking News, Editorial, Investigative Reporting, Storytelling, Blogging, Newspapers, AP Style, Headline Writing, Sports Writing, Online Journalism, Social Media, Audacity
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2000 — 2004
Bachelors, Journalism
Mundelein High School 1996 — 2000
Andrea Barthel's The Journal-Standard Experience April 2003 - Present
Job Advertising MultiMedia Designer at The JournalStandard
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
The Journal-Standard April 2003 - Present
Home and Garden Party 2008 - 2011
Hulsebus-Gehlsen Chiropractic Clinic 2001 - 2004
Skills
Layout, QuarkXPress, Advertising, Newspapers, Magazines, InDesign, Graphic Design, Mac, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Copy Editing, Image Editing, Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat, Typography, Visual Communication, Brochures, Logo Design, Proofreading, Flyers, Branding, Web Design, Photography, Graphics
Education
Judson University 1999 — 2001
BA, Visual Communications
Highland Community College 1997 — 1999
Associate of Arts (AA), Graphic Design
The Journal-Standard April 2003 - Present
Home and Garden Party 2008 - 2011
Hulsebus-Gehlsen Chiropractic Clinic 2001 - 2004
Skills
Layout, QuarkXPress, Advertising, Newspapers, Magazines, InDesign, Graphic Design, Mac, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Copy Editing, Image Editing, Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat, Typography, Visual Communication, Brochures, Logo Design, Proofreading, Flyers, Branding, Web Design, Photography, Graphics
Education
Judson University 1999 — 2001
BA, Visual Communications
Highland Community College 1997 — 1999
Associate of Arts (AA), Graphic Design
Andrew Analore's The Journal-Standard Experience 2007 - 2008
Job English Teacher at Milwaukee Collegiate Academy
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Milwaukee Collegiate Academy August 2013 - Present
Independant Consultant July 2008 - Present
School District of Waukesha July 2011 - July 2013
Baltimore City Public Schools June 2009 - June 2011
Baraboo News Republic 2008 - 2009
The Journal-Standard 2007 - 2008
Inside Mortgage Finance 1997 - 2007
The Delaware State News 1995 - 1996
Skills
Teaching, Editing, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Newspaper, Public Relations, Blogging, Proofreading, Creative Writing, Copywriting
Education
University of Maine 1995 — 1996
M.A., English
Mansfield University of Pennsylvania 1989 — 1992
B.A., English/Economics
University of Delaware 1987 — 1989
Business, English
Milwaukee Collegiate Academy August 2013 - Present
Independant Consultant July 2008 - Present
School District of Waukesha July 2011 - July 2013
Baltimore City Public Schools June 2009 - June 2011
Baraboo News Republic 2008 - 2009
The Journal-Standard 2007 - 2008
Inside Mortgage Finance 1997 - 2007
The Delaware State News 1995 - 1996
Skills
Teaching, Editing, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Newspaper, Public Relations, Blogging, Proofreading, Creative Writing, Copywriting
Education
University of Maine 1995 — 1996
M.A., English
Mansfield University of Pennsylvania 1989 — 1992
B.A., English/Economics
University of Delaware 1987 — 1989
Business, English
Todd Merchant's The Journal-Standard Experience December 2003 - February 2006
Job Designer at Lee Enterprises
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Lee Enterprises November 2014 - Present
South Bend Tribune January 2008 - November 2014
The Daily Progress February 2006 - January 2008
The Journal-Standard December 2003 - February 2006
The Daily Egyptian August 2001 - December 2003
The State Journal-Register May 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Ap Style, Newspaper, Headline Writing, Journalism, News Writing, Digital Media, Newspapers, Sports, Feature Articles, Blogging, Online Journalism
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2000 — 2003
B.S., Journalism
Lee Enterprises November 2014 - Present
South Bend Tribune January 2008 - November 2014
The Daily Progress February 2006 - January 2008
The Journal-Standard December 2003 - February 2006
The Daily Egyptian August 2001 - December 2003
The State Journal-Register May 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Ap Style, Newspaper, Headline Writing, Journalism, News Writing, Digital Media, Newspapers, Sports, Feature Articles, Blogging, Online Journalism
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2000 — 2003
B.S., Journalism
Ryan Blackburn's The Journal-Standard Experience February 2007 - April 2008
Job Copy Editor at Benedictine University
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Benedictine University February 2012 - Present
Patch.com February 2011 - February 2012
Athens Banner-Herald April 2008 - January 2011
The Journal-Standard February 2007 - April 2008
Skills
Dreamweaver, Political Reporting, Newspaper, Local Media, Journalism, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Editing, Blogging, News Writing, Feature Articles, Media Relations, Social Media, Press Releases, Editorial, Magazines, Newspapers, Breaking News, Web Content Management, Newsletters, AP Style, New Media, Photography, QuarkXPress, Books, Proofreading, Writing, Public Relations
Education
University of South Florida 2002 — 2006
Journalism/Mass Communications, Magazines and Newspaper
East Lake High School 1999 — 2002
High School Diploma
Downers Grove North High School 1998 — 1999
Benedictine University February 2012 - Present
Patch.com February 2011 - February 2012
Athens Banner-Herald April 2008 - January 2011
The Journal-Standard February 2007 - April 2008
Skills
Dreamweaver, Political Reporting, Newspaper, Local Media, Journalism, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Editing, Blogging, News Writing, Feature Articles, Media Relations, Social Media, Press Releases, Editorial, Magazines, Newspapers, Breaking News, Web Content Management, Newsletters, AP Style, New Media, Photography, QuarkXPress, Books, Proofreading, Writing, Public Relations
Education
University of South Florida 2002 — 2006
Journalism/Mass Communications, Magazines and Newspaper
East Lake High School 1999 — 2002
High School Diploma
Downers Grove North High School 1998 — 1999
Annette Barr's The Journal-Standard Experience 1998 - 1999
Job Owner, Annette Barr Photography Studio
Industry Photography
Experience
Annette Barr Photography Studio ReporterThe Journal-Standard Freeport, IL1998 - 1999
The Journal-Standard 1998 - 1999
Skills
Photography, Portrait Photography
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1993 — 1997
B.A. & B.S., Photography, Journalism
Annette Barr Photography Studio ReporterThe Journal-Standard Freeport, IL1998 - 1999
The Journal-Standard 1998 - 1999
Skills
Photography, Portrait Photography
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1993 — 1997
B.A. & B.S., Photography, Journalism
Chuck Downing's The Journal-Standard Experience March 1994 - July 2007
Job Packaging Manager at Rockford Register Star
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Rockford Register Star December 2012 - Present
Rockford Register Star July 2007 - December 2012
The Journal-Standard March 1994 - July 2007
McDonald's Corporation August 1985 - May 1993
Skills
Newspaper, Newspapers, Management, Pre-press, Budgets, Packaging, Direct Mail, Advertising Sales, Media Planning, Integrated Marketing, Account Management, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Leadership, Marketing Strategy
Education
Rockford College 1984 — 1985
Freeport High School, Freeport IL 1980 — 1984
Rockford Register Star December 2012 - Present
Rockford Register Star July 2007 - December 2012
The Journal-Standard March 1994 - July 2007
McDonald's Corporation August 1985 - May 1993
Skills
Newspaper, Newspapers, Management, Pre-press, Budgets, Packaging, Direct Mail, Advertising Sales, Media Planning, Integrated Marketing, Account Management, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Leadership, Marketing Strategy
Education
Rockford College 1984 — 1985
Freeport High School, Freeport IL 1980 — 1984
Heather Holloway's The Journal-Standard Experience 2001 - 2011
Job Page designer/copy editor at The Center for Newspaper and Design
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The Center for Newspaper and Design August 2012 - Present
The Journal-Standard 2001 - 2011
Education
Highland Community College
Associates of Applied Science in Graphic Design
The Center for Newspaper and Design August 2012 - Present
The Journal-Standard 2001 - 2011
Education
Highland Community College
Associates of Applied Science in Graphic Design
Heather Holloway's The Journal-Standard Experience October 2001 - March 2011
Job Page designer / copy editor at Center for News and Design
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The Center for Newspaper and Design August 2012 - June 2014
The Journal-Standard October 2001 - March 2011
Skills
AP Style, Journalism, Newspapers
Education
Highland Community College
Associates in Graphic Design, Graphic Design
Highland Community College
AAS in graphic design, Graphic Design
The Center for Newspaper and Design August 2012 - June 2014
The Journal-Standard October 2001 - March 2011
Skills
AP Style, Journalism, Newspapers
Education
Highland Community College
Associates in Graphic Design, Graphic Design
Highland Community College
AAS in graphic design, Graphic Design
Independent Newspapers
San Antonio Light
NST
Independent