The News-Gazette
Industry: Newspaper
DescriptionThe News-Gazette is a daily newspaper serving eleven counties in the eastern portion of Central Illinois and specifically the Champaign–Urbana metropolitan area. Circulation: 25,000 Editor: Jim Rossow Founded: 1919 (with heritage dating to 1852) Owner(s): Professional Impressions Media Group Publisher: John Reed Headquarters: 15 E. Main St. Champaign, IL 61820; United States People also search for: Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times,
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The News-Gazette Employees
Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Josh Harmon Josh Harmon's The News-Gazette Experience June 1994 - March 2010
Job Director of Circulation at The Record
Industry Media Production
Experience
The Record August 2013 - Present
Tribune-Star March 2010 - August 2013
The News-Gazette June 1994 - March 2010
Skills
Newspaper, Audience Development, Circulation, Subscription, Promotions, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Budgeting, Circulation Management, Team Building, Publications, Marketing Communications, Customer Relations, Public Relations, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Budget Management, Operations Management, Publishing, Newspapers, Management, Sales, Training, Advertising, Advertising Sales, Strategy, Online Marketing
Education
Parkland College
Marketing/ Management
The Record August 2013 - Present
Tribune-Star March 2010 - August 2013
The News-Gazette June 1994 - March 2010
Skills
Newspaper, Audience Development, Circulation, Subscription, Promotions, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Budgeting, Circulation Management, Team Building, Publications, Marketing Communications, Customer Relations, Public Relations, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Budget Management, Operations Management, Publishing, Newspapers, Management, Sales, Training, Advertising, Advertising Sales, Strategy, Online Marketing
Education
Parkland College
Marketing/ Management
Cheryl Chupp Cheryl Chupp's The News-Gazette Experience March 2013 - June 2015
Job Media Marketing Consultant at The NewsGazette
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The News-Gazette March 2013 - June 2015
Yoders Kitchen March 2008 - February 2013
Illini Dental December 2006 - February 2008
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Aloha, Dentrix, Advertising, Facebook, Social Media, Social Networking, Newspapers, Online Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Digital Marketing, Advertising Sales, Public Relations, Management, Customer Service, Sales, Innovation, Successful Business..., Identifying Client Needs, Volunteering
Education
Colorado Technical University-Online 2012 — 2013
Bachelor's of Science and Business Administration, Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Colorado Technical University 2010 — 2012
Associate's degree, Medical Billing and Coding
Parkland College 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Certified Nurse Assistant
The News-Gazette March 2013 - June 2015
Yoders Kitchen March 2008 - February 2013
Illini Dental December 2006 - February 2008
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Aloha, Dentrix, Advertising, Facebook, Social Media, Social Networking, Newspapers, Online Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Digital Marketing, Advertising Sales, Public Relations, Management, Customer Service, Sales, Innovation, Successful Business..., Identifying Client Needs, Volunteering
Education
Colorado Technical University-Online 2012 — 2013
Bachelor's of Science and Business Administration, Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Colorado Technical University 2010 — 2012
Associate's degree, Medical Billing and Coding
Parkland College 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Certified Nurse Assistant
Meiby Huddleston Meiby Huddleston's The News-Gazette Experience August 2007 - October 2008
Job EnglishSpanish freelance translator and interpreter for the Central Illinois Area
Industry Legal Services
Experience
English-Spanish freelance translator and interpreter for the Central Illinois Area December 2006 - Present
WCIA-TV 2011 - August 2012
WEIU News Watch January 2011 - January 2012
WJKR 1460AM Radio Variedades January 2007 - June 2010
The News Gazette August 2007 - October 2008
The Hudd Group May 2002 - September 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, Social Media, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Research, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Editing, Marketing Communications, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Microsoft Publisher, Final Cut Pro, Audacity, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, QuarkXPress
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2011 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Broadcast News/Mass Communication/Media Studies
Parkland College 2001 — 2003
Associate of Arts (AA), Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Instituto Universitario Isaac Newton 1997 — 1999
Advertising and production
English-Spanish freelance translator and interpreter for the Central Illinois Area December 2006 - Present
WCIA-TV 2011 - August 2012
WEIU News Watch January 2011 - January 2012
WJKR 1460AM Radio Variedades January 2007 - June 2010
The News Gazette August 2007 - October 2008
The Hudd Group May 2002 - September 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, Social Media, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Research, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Editing, Marketing Communications, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Microsoft Publisher, Final Cut Pro, Audacity, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, QuarkXPress
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2011 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Broadcast News/Mass Communication/Media Studies
Parkland College 2001 — 2003
Associate of Arts (AA), Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Instituto Universitario Isaac Newton 1997 — 1999
Advertising and production
Michell Eloy Michell Eloy's The News-Gazette Experience January 2010 - May 2010
Job General Assignment Reporter at WABE
Industry Media Production
Experience
Public Broadcasting Atlanta August 2013 - Present
Tribune Company August 2012 - August 2013
Paste Magazine May 2012 - August 2012
Serious Eats August 2011 - August 2012
WTTW April 2012 - June 2012
Chicago Public Media September 2011 - March 2012
Chicago Magazine September 2010 - September 2011
The News-Gazette January 2010 - May 2010
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2009 - May 2010
Buzz Magazine September 2006 - May 2010
Skills
Blogging, Editing, Facebook, Storytelling, AP Style
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2006 — 2010
News-Editorial Journalism, Spanish, International Studies
Public Broadcasting Atlanta August 2013 - Present
Tribune Company August 2012 - August 2013
Paste Magazine May 2012 - August 2012
Serious Eats August 2011 - August 2012
WTTW April 2012 - June 2012
Chicago Public Media September 2011 - March 2012
Chicago Magazine September 2010 - September 2011
The News-Gazette January 2010 - May 2010
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2009 - May 2010
Buzz Magazine September 2006 - May 2010
Skills
Blogging, Editing, Facebook, Storytelling, AP Style
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2006 — 2010
News-Editorial Journalism, Spanish, International Studies
Thomas Whitaker Thomas Whitaker's The News-Gazette Experience 1998 - 2001
Job Graphic Designer
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Human Kinetics August 2008 - Present
Thomas Whitaker Design 2003 - Present
Metritech, Inc. March 1998 - May 2011
Human Kinetics August 2007 - August 2008
Human Kinetics July 2004 - August 2007
Studio 292 Parkland College August 2002 - December 2002
The News-Gazette 1998 - 2001
Skills
Graphic Design, InDesign, Logo Design, Illustrator, Layout, Brochures, Posters, Graphics, Typography, Dreamweaver, CSS, User Interface Design, HTML, Flyers, Adobe Acrobat, Editing, Social Media, Publishing
Education
Parkland College 2001 — 2003
A.A., Graphic Design
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1992 — 1996
B.A., English, Rhetoric
Human Kinetics August 2008 - Present
Thomas Whitaker Design 2003 - Present
Metritech, Inc. March 1998 - May 2011
Human Kinetics August 2007 - August 2008
Human Kinetics July 2004 - August 2007
Studio 292 Parkland College August 2002 - December 2002
The News-Gazette 1998 - 2001
Skills
Graphic Design, InDesign, Logo Design, Illustrator, Layout, Brochures, Posters, Graphics, Typography, Dreamweaver, CSS, User Interface Design, HTML, Flyers, Adobe Acrobat, Editing, Social Media, Publishing
Education
Parkland College 2001 — 2003
A.A., Graphic Design
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1992 — 1996
B.A., English, Rhetoric
Phillip Kisubika Phillip Kisubika's The News-Gazette Experience January 2014 - Present
Job Multimedia Journalist
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
Newstalk 1400-WDWS AM, Lite Rock 97.5-WHMS FM, U-ROCK 107.9-WUIL FM April 2014 - Present
The News-Gazette January 2014 - Present
Boston University September 2011 - January 2013
WBUR June 2012 - August 2012
The Oconee Enterprise May 2008 - August 2011
The Red & Black Newspaper January 2006 - May 2008
Skills
Journalism, Sports Reporting, Writing, Sports Writing, Stories, Interviewing, Newspaper, Editorial, Microsoft Office, InDesign, Sports, Football, AP Style, Copy Editing, News Writing, Facebook, InCopy, Final Cut Pro, Tumblr, Social Media, Social Networking, Ap Style, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Newspapers
Education
Boston University 2011 — 2013
M.S., Journalism
The University of Georgia 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
The University of Georgia 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology
Newstalk 1400-WDWS AM, Lite Rock 97.5-WHMS FM, U-ROCK 107.9-WUIL FM April 2014 - Present
The News-Gazette January 2014 - Present
Boston University September 2011 - January 2013
WBUR June 2012 - August 2012
The Oconee Enterprise May 2008 - August 2011
The Red & Black Newspaper January 2006 - May 2008
Skills
Journalism, Sports Reporting, Writing, Sports Writing, Stories, Interviewing, Newspaper, Editorial, Microsoft Office, InDesign, Sports, Football, AP Style, Copy Editing, News Writing, Facebook, InCopy, Final Cut Pro, Tumblr, Social Media, Social Networking, Ap Style, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Newspapers
Education
Boston University 2011 — 2013
M.S., Journalism
The University of Georgia 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
The University of Georgia 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology
Renee Changnon Renee Changnon's The News-Gazette Experience June 2012 - October 2012
Job Assistant Editor at North American Retail Hardware Association
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
North American Retail Hardware Association July 2014 - Present
Jimmy John's October 2012 - July 2014
Human Kinetics June 2012 - October 2012
The News-Gazette June 2012 - October 2012
The Windsor of Savoy May 2007 - July 2012
The Daily Vidette January 2012 - May 2012
The Daily Vidette July 2010 - May 2012
J-News September 2011 - December 2011
The Daily Vidette January 2011 - December 2011
The Daily Vidette December 2010 - December 2011
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Digital Photography, Social Media, AP style writing, Mac OS X, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Writing, Journalism, Management, Sales Promotion, InDesign, Newsletters, Customer Service, OS X, Editing, AP Style, Individual Donor..., Facebook, High Quality Standards, Magazines
Education
Illinois State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Visual Communication
North American Retail Hardware Association July 2014 - Present
Jimmy John's October 2012 - July 2014
Human Kinetics June 2012 - October 2012
The News-Gazette June 2012 - October 2012
The Windsor of Savoy May 2007 - July 2012
The Daily Vidette January 2012 - May 2012
The Daily Vidette July 2010 - May 2012
J-News September 2011 - December 2011
The Daily Vidette January 2011 - December 2011
The Daily Vidette December 2010 - December 2011
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Digital Photography, Social Media, AP style writing, Mac OS X, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Writing, Journalism, Management, Sales Promotion, InDesign, Newsletters, Customer Service, OS X, Editing, AP Style, Individual Donor..., Facebook, High Quality Standards, Magazines
Education
Illinois State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Visual Communication
Will Kruisbrink's The News-Gazette Experience August 2008 - November 2008
Job Senior Account Director & Partner at Walker Sands Communications
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Walker Sands Communications January 2013 - Present
Walker Sands Communications October 2011 - December 2012
Walker Sands Communications April 2011 - October 2011
Fishman Public Relations April 2010 - April 2011
College of Media August 2009 - December 2009
Arena Football League May 2009 - August 2009
The News-Gazette August 2008 - November 2008
Skills
copywriting, Copy Editing, Media Relations, Press Releases, Editing, Stories, Mac, Microsoft Office, German, Copywriting
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
University of Vienna / Business University of Vienna, Austria 2007 — 2008
Walker Sands Communications January 2013 - Present
Walker Sands Communications October 2011 - December 2012
Walker Sands Communications April 2011 - October 2011
Fishman Public Relations April 2010 - April 2011
College of Media August 2009 - December 2009
Arena Football League May 2009 - August 2009
The News-Gazette August 2008 - November 2008
Skills
copywriting, Copy Editing, Media Relations, Press Releases, Editing, Stories, Mac, Microsoft Office, German, Copywriting
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
University of Vienna / Business University of Vienna, Austria 2007 — 2008
Patrick Wade Patrick Wade's The News-Gazette Experience November 2009 - October 2014
Job Communications specialist at the University of Illinois Police Department
Industry Newspapers
Experience
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign October 2014 - Present
The News-Gazette November 2009 - October 2014
Gannett Newspapers July 2009 - November 2009
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign January 2009 - May 2009
Illini Media August 2006 - May 2009
Skills
Editing, Storytelling, Newsletters, Breaking News, Publishing, Video, Ap Style, Research, Journalism, Copy Editing, Newspaper, News Writing, Feature Articles, Blogging, Social Media, WordPress, InCopy, Layout, Social Networking, Newspapers, Fact-checking, Headline Writing, Online Journalism, InDesign, AP Style, Facebook, Editorial
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2006 — 2009
B.S., News-Editorial Journalism, Biological Anthropology
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign October 2014 - Present
The News-Gazette November 2009 - October 2014
Gannett Newspapers July 2009 - November 2009
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign January 2009 - May 2009
Illini Media August 2006 - May 2009
Skills
Editing, Storytelling, Newsletters, Breaking News, Publishing, Video, Ap Style, Research, Journalism, Copy Editing, Newspaper, News Writing, Feature Articles, Blogging, Social Media, WordPress, InCopy, Layout, Social Networking, Newspapers, Fact-checking, Headline Writing, Online Journalism, InDesign, AP Style, Facebook, Editorial
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2006 — 2009
B.S., News-Editorial Journalism, Biological Anthropology
Jeremy Hawthorne Jeremy Hawthorne's The News-Gazette Experience August 2009 - March 2012
Job IT Support Assoicate at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA)
Industry Higher Education
Experience
National Center for Supercomputing Applications March 2014 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign March 2012 - March 2014
The News-Gazette August 2009 - March 2012
Newstalk 1400-WDWS AM, Lite Rock 97.5-WHMS FM, U-ROCK 107.9-WUIL FM July 2006 - December 2009
Skills
OS X, Wireless Networking, Windows 7, Network Administration, System Administration, Help Desk Support, Windows XP Pro, Windows Server, Microsoft Office 2007, Camtasia, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Audition, Wide Orbit, Putty, WinSCP, Printers, E107, Radio Promotions, Server Administration, Active Directory, VMware, Linux, DHCP, Microsoft Exchange, SCCM, IRIS, Servers, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Customer Service
Education
Parkland College 2011 — 2012
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Psychology
Franklin Pierce College 2005 — 2006
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
National Center for Supercomputing Applications March 2014 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign March 2012 - March 2014
The News-Gazette August 2009 - March 2012
Newstalk 1400-WDWS AM, Lite Rock 97.5-WHMS FM, U-ROCK 107.9-WUIL FM July 2006 - December 2009
Skills
OS X, Wireless Networking, Windows 7, Network Administration, System Administration, Help Desk Support, Windows XP Pro, Windows Server, Microsoft Office 2007, Camtasia, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Audition, Wide Orbit, Putty, WinSCP, Printers, E107, Radio Promotions, Server Administration, Active Directory, VMware, Linux, DHCP, Microsoft Exchange, SCCM, IRIS, Servers, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Customer Service
Education
Parkland College 2011 — 2012
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Psychology
Franklin Pierce College 2005 — 2006
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Dustin Armstrong's The News-Gazette Experience December 2014 - January 2015
Job Webmaster
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Black Hat Studios January 2014 - Present
Self January 2011 - Present
Cut & Dye January 2014 - Present
The News Gazette December 2014 - January 2015
Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles December 2010 - April 2012
Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles March 2010 - December 2010
Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles December 2006 - March 2010
The News Gazette January 2004 - December 2006
Marsh Supermarket August 2004 - October 2005
Indiana Mould & Tool Inc May 1998 - July 2003
Skills
Graphic Design, Email Marketing, Inventory Management, iPhone, Blackberry, Remote Assistance, Gimp, Photoshop, Excel, Visio, SketchUp, Google Analytics, Google Adwords, Amazon, eBay, Dreamweaver, Playstation, Linux, Ubuntu, Guitar, Chrome, Android, SharePoint, Twitter, Wikis, HTML, HTML5, Microsoft Excel, Virtual Assistance, HTML 5, Databases, Facebook, ExactTarget, Illustrator, InDesign, Apple, Access, Microsoft SQL Server, Google Webmaster Tools, Microsoft Office, Firefox, Data Management, Customer Service, Project Management, Creative Problem Solving, Video Editing, Video Production, Audio Engineering, Computer Hardware, Consultation
Education
Ivy Tech 2005 — 2012
Associate of Applied Science, Computer Information Systems
Winchester Community High School 1994 — 1998
Diploma, Computer Information Systems
Black Hat Studios January 2014 - Present
Self January 2011 - Present
Cut & Dye January 2014 - Present
The News Gazette December 2014 - January 2015
Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles December 2010 - April 2012
Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles March 2010 - December 2010
Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles December 2006 - March 2010
The News Gazette January 2004 - December 2006
Marsh Supermarket August 2004 - October 2005
Indiana Mould & Tool Inc May 1998 - July 2003
Skills
Graphic Design, Email Marketing, Inventory Management, iPhone, Blackberry, Remote Assistance, Gimp, Photoshop, Excel, Visio, SketchUp, Google Analytics, Google Adwords, Amazon, eBay, Dreamweaver, Playstation, Linux, Ubuntu, Guitar, Chrome, Android, SharePoint, Twitter, Wikis, HTML, HTML5, Microsoft Excel, Virtual Assistance, HTML 5, Databases, Facebook, ExactTarget, Illustrator, InDesign, Apple, Access, Microsoft SQL Server, Google Webmaster Tools, Microsoft Office, Firefox, Data Management, Customer Service, Project Management, Creative Problem Solving, Video Editing, Video Production, Audio Engineering, Computer Hardware, Consultation
Education
Ivy Tech 2005 — 2012
Associate of Applied Science, Computer Information Systems
Winchester Community High School 1994 — 1998
Diploma, Computer Information Systems
Jenny (Delaney) Williams's The News-Gazette Experience February 2012 - Present
Job Advertising at The NewsGazette
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
The News-Gazette February 2012 - Present
Skills
Advertising, Marketing, Magazines, Sales, Public Relations, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Feature Articles, Social Networking, Media Relations, Copy Editing, General Management, Operations Management, Team Management, Multimedia, Print Design, Customer Satisfaction, Account Management, Restaurant Management, New Business Development, Ad Design, Computer Proficiency, Employee Training, Situational Leadership, Account Reconciliation, Coordination, Editing, Menu Development, Journalism, Menu Costing, Social Media, News Writing, Budgets, Newspapers, Digital Media, Digital Marketing
Education
Parkland College
AAS Business Management, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
The News-Gazette February 2012 - Present
Skills
Advertising, Marketing, Magazines, Sales, Public Relations, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Feature Articles, Social Networking, Media Relations, Copy Editing, General Management, Operations Management, Team Management, Multimedia, Print Design, Customer Satisfaction, Account Management, Restaurant Management, New Business Development, Ad Design, Computer Proficiency, Employee Training, Situational Leadership, Account Reconciliation, Coordination, Editing, Menu Development, Journalism, Menu Costing, Social Media, News Writing, Budgets, Newspapers, Digital Media, Digital Marketing
Education
Parkland College
AAS Business Management, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Bob Rahm's The News-Gazette Experience January 2005 - August 2005
Job Regional Training Manager Advance Digital, Northeast Ohio Media Group
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Advance Digital July 2013 - Present
The Plain Dealer November 2006 - June 2013
The Plain Dealer October 2005 - November 2006
The News-Gazette January 2005 - August 2005
The News-Gazette January 2004 - December 2004
The News-Gazette January 2003 - December 2004
The News-Gazette January 1998 - December 2002
American Software and Hardware December 1996 - December 1997
Millikin University August 1995 - December 1996
University of Minnesota November 1992 - July 1995
Skills
Training, Advertising, Sales, Advertising Sales, Customer Retention, Newspapers, Sales Management, Recruiting, Personnel Supervision, Teaching Classes, Advisement, Coaching, Publishing, Lead Generation, Digital Marketing, B2B, Marketing Communications, Event Management, Customer Service, Call Centers, Blogging, Marketing, Public Relations, Sales Rep Training, Budget Setting, Online Advertising, Marketing Strategy, SEM, Editing, Email Marketing, Social Networking, Social Media, Salesforce.com, Online Marketing, Facebook, Account Management, Direct Marketing, Digital Media, Call Center..., Social Media Marketing, SEO, Salesforce Training, Google Analytics, Google Adwords..., SPIN Selling, Consultative Sales..., Management, CRM, Leadership, Time Management
Education
The Ohio State University 1987 — 1989
Master of Arts (M.A.), Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Cleveland State University 1981 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Advance Digital July 2013 - Present
The Plain Dealer November 2006 - June 2013
The Plain Dealer October 2005 - November 2006
The News-Gazette January 2005 - August 2005
The News-Gazette January 2004 - December 2004
The News-Gazette January 2003 - December 2004
The News-Gazette January 1998 - December 2002
American Software and Hardware December 1996 - December 1997
Millikin University August 1995 - December 1996
University of Minnesota November 1992 - July 1995
Skills
Training, Advertising, Sales, Advertising Sales, Customer Retention, Newspapers, Sales Management, Recruiting, Personnel Supervision, Teaching Classes, Advisement, Coaching, Publishing, Lead Generation, Digital Marketing, B2B, Marketing Communications, Event Management, Customer Service, Call Centers, Blogging, Marketing, Public Relations, Sales Rep Training, Budget Setting, Online Advertising, Marketing Strategy, SEM, Editing, Email Marketing, Social Networking, Social Media, Salesforce.com, Online Marketing, Facebook, Account Management, Direct Marketing, Digital Media, Call Center..., Social Media Marketing, SEO, Salesforce Training, Google Analytics, Google Adwords..., SPIN Selling, Consultative Sales..., Management, CRM, Leadership, Time Management
Education
The Ohio State University 1987 — 1989
Master of Arts (M.A.), Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Cleveland State University 1981 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Greer Williams's The News-Gazette Experience October 2009 - January 2011
Job Marketing Manager at Copper Mountain Technologies
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Copper Mountain Technologies January 2015 - Present
Greer Creative March 2011 - Present
Saxony Management Company April 2012 - December 2014
The News-Gazette October 2009 - January 2011
Millikin University May 2008 - August 2009
One Body, Inc. July 2007 - August 2007
Millikin University September 2006 - May 2007
Millikin University May 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Social Networking, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Facebook, Press Releases
Education
Millikin University 2005 — 2009
B.F.A., Commercial Art/Computer Design
Copper Mountain Technologies January 2015 - Present
Greer Creative March 2011 - Present
Saxony Management Company April 2012 - December 2014
The News-Gazette October 2009 - January 2011
Millikin University May 2008 - August 2009
One Body, Inc. July 2007 - August 2007
Millikin University September 2006 - May 2007
Millikin University May 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Social Networking, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Facebook, Press Releases
Education
Millikin University 2005 — 2009
B.F.A., Commercial Art/Computer Design
Dan Wendt Dan Wendt's The News-Gazette Experience July 2001 - September 2005
Job Photographer, Writer, Designer and Digital Asset Manager
Industry Photography
Experience
Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago June 2007 - Present
Dan Wendt Photography January 1999 - Present
Abercrombie & Kent February 2007 - June 2007
Vero Beach Press Journal May 2006 - November 2006
Human Kinetics Publishers January 2002 - May 2006
The News-Gazette July 2001 - September 2005
U.S. Army National Guard July 1994 - July 2002
Du Quoin Evening Call July 2000 - July 2001
WGLT October 1996 - May 2000
Skills
Digital Asset Management, Concept Development, Landscape Photography, Photography, Journalism, Adobe Creative Suite, Digital Photography, Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Social Media, Graphic Design, Editorial, Advertising, Magazines, Layout, Editing, Mac, InDesign, Web Design, Copy Editing, Google Analytics, Copywriting, Publishing, Video Editing, Multimedia, Graphics, Digital Media, Image Editing, Press Releases, Blogging
Education
Illinois State University 1996 — 2000
Communications/Visual Communications, Photography, Design, Journalism
Illinois State University 1996 — 2000
BS Communications, Photography
Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago June 2007 - Present
Dan Wendt Photography January 1999 - Present
Abercrombie & Kent February 2007 - June 2007
Vero Beach Press Journal May 2006 - November 2006
Human Kinetics Publishers January 2002 - May 2006
The News-Gazette July 2001 - September 2005
U.S. Army National Guard July 1994 - July 2002
Du Quoin Evening Call July 2000 - July 2001
WGLT October 1996 - May 2000
Skills
Digital Asset Management, Concept Development, Landscape Photography, Photography, Journalism, Adobe Creative Suite, Digital Photography, Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Social Media, Graphic Design, Editorial, Advertising, Magazines, Layout, Editing, Mac, InDesign, Web Design, Copy Editing, Google Analytics, Copywriting, Publishing, Video Editing, Multimedia, Graphics, Digital Media, Image Editing, Press Releases, Blogging
Education
Illinois State University 1996 — 2000
Communications/Visual Communications, Photography, Design, Journalism
Illinois State University 1996 — 2000
BS Communications, Photography
Nate Norris Nate Norris's The News-Gazette Experience March 2005 - May 2011
Job Insurance Specialist
Industry Insurance
Experience
William C. Burnside and Company Inc. May 2015 - Present
Kankakee Daily Journal September 2013 - Present
Wherever August 1999 - Present
Roger Schuldt Insurance July 2012 - August 2013
None April 2011 - April 2012
Rantoul Press August 2005 - May 2011
The News-Gazette March 2005 - May 2011
Self-Employed August 2000 - April 2010
KROCK 94.9 FM August 2005 - May 2008
Commercial News August 1999 - April 2005
Skills
Insurance, Health Insurance, Long-term Care, Motorcycle, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Workers Compensation, Umbrella Insurance, Retirement Planning, Commercial Lines, Casualty, Legal Liability, General Insurance, Medicare, Commercial Insurance, Liability, Whole Life, Employee Benefits, Professional Liability, Customer Service, Brokers, Small Business, Term Life Insurance, Claim, Sales, Flood Insurance, Microsoft Excel, Licensed Property &..., Outlook, Watercraft, Microsoft Word, Telephone Skills, Accident, Microsoft Office, Customer Satisfaction, PowerPoint, Licensed Life & Health..., Permanent Life Insurance, Data Entry, Sports Writing, Sports editor, Sports correspondent, Fixed Annuities, Charitable Gift..., Farm estate planning
Education
Danville Area Community College 2012 — 2014
Business Management
Danville Area Community College 2011 — 2013
Marketing
William C. Burnside and Company Inc. May 2015 - Present
Kankakee Daily Journal September 2013 - Present
Wherever August 1999 - Present
Roger Schuldt Insurance July 2012 - August 2013
None April 2011 - April 2012
Rantoul Press August 2005 - May 2011
The News-Gazette March 2005 - May 2011
Self-Employed August 2000 - April 2010
KROCK 94.9 FM August 2005 - May 2008
Commercial News August 1999 - April 2005
Skills
Insurance, Health Insurance, Long-term Care, Motorcycle, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Workers Compensation, Umbrella Insurance, Retirement Planning, Commercial Lines, Casualty, Legal Liability, General Insurance, Medicare, Commercial Insurance, Liability, Whole Life, Employee Benefits, Professional Liability, Customer Service, Brokers, Small Business, Term Life Insurance, Claim, Sales, Flood Insurance, Microsoft Excel, Licensed Property &..., Outlook, Watercraft, Microsoft Word, Telephone Skills, Accident, Microsoft Office, Customer Satisfaction, PowerPoint, Licensed Life & Health..., Permanent Life Insurance, Data Entry, Sports Writing, Sports editor, Sports correspondent, Fixed Annuities, Charitable Gift..., Farm estate planning
Education
Danville Area Community College 2012 — 2014
Business Management
Danville Area Community College 2011 — 2013
Marketing
Margo (Margo Dill) Balinski Margo (Margo Dill) Balinski's The News-Gazette Experience January 2007 - Present
Job Editorial/Administrative Assistant at Doane Advisory Services
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Doane Advisory Services August 2015 - Present
St. Charles School District January 2014 - Present
High Hill Press August 2011 - Present
The News-Gazette January 2007 - Present
WOW! Women On Writing 2007 - Present
Editor 911 June 2006 - Present
Self January 2005 - Present
Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators 2001 - Present
Working Writers July 2010 - August 2011
Missouri Life Magazine 2007 - 2009
Skills
Editing, Writing, Speaking Engagements, Children's Author, Educational writer, Public Speaking, Book Reviews, Blogging, Copy Editing, Line Editing, Editorial Consulting, Fiction Writing, Literary Editing, Social Media Marketing, Teaching, Freelance Writing, Fiction, Journalism, Creative Writing, Business Writing, Education, Short Stories, Books, Publishing, Facebook, Magazines, Publications, Novels, Newspaper, Social Networking, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Editorial, Online Publishing, Newspapers, Non-fiction, News Writing, Published Author, Proofreading, Web Content, Magazine Articles, Social Media, Ghostwriting, Newsletters, Literature, Grammar, Copywriting, AP Style, Memoir, Experienced Speaker
Education
Truman State University 1992 — 1994
Master’s Degree, Elementary Education
Truman State University 1991 — 1992
Bachelor’s Degree, English
Central Missouri State University 1989 — 1991
Elementary Education and Teaching
Lindbergh High School 1985 — 1989
High School
Doane Advisory Services August 2015 - Present
St. Charles School District January 2014 - Present
High Hill Press August 2011 - Present
The News-Gazette January 2007 - Present
WOW! Women On Writing 2007 - Present
Editor 911 June 2006 - Present
Self January 2005 - Present
Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators 2001 - Present
Working Writers July 2010 - August 2011
Missouri Life Magazine 2007 - 2009
Skills
Editing, Writing, Speaking Engagements, Children's Author, Educational writer, Public Speaking, Book Reviews, Blogging, Copy Editing, Line Editing, Editorial Consulting, Fiction Writing, Literary Editing, Social Media Marketing, Teaching, Freelance Writing, Fiction, Journalism, Creative Writing, Business Writing, Education, Short Stories, Books, Publishing, Facebook, Magazines, Publications, Novels, Newspaper, Social Networking, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Editorial, Online Publishing, Newspapers, Non-fiction, News Writing, Published Author, Proofreading, Web Content, Magazine Articles, Social Media, Ghostwriting, Newsletters, Literature, Grammar, Copywriting, AP Style, Memoir, Experienced Speaker
Education
Truman State University 1992 — 1994
Master’s Degree, Elementary Education
Truman State University 1991 — 1992
Bachelor’s Degree, English
Central Missouri State University 1989 — 1991
Elementary Education and Teaching
Lindbergh High School 1985 — 1989
High School
Cindy Farris-Morano's The News-Gazette Experience April 2008 - Present
Job EVS Associate
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services September 2001 - Present
The News-Gazette April 2008 - Present
Private Residental Cleaning Service March 2003 - Present
Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services November 2012 - December 2014
Parkland College January 1990 - July 1993
Skills
Social Media, Fundraising, Event Planning, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Volunteer Management, Volunteer Recruiting, Non-profit Volunteering, Non-profit Board..., Customer Service, Employee Training, Healthcare Industry, Leadership Development, Microsoft Office, Events Coordination, Team Facilitation, HIPPA, Job Descriptions, Sage Abra HRMS, CPSI, Newsletter Production, Website Administration, Human Resources, Committee Liaison, Non-profit Management
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2013 — 2016
Bachelor's Degree, Organizational and Professional Development, 3.67
Parkland College 1996 — 1998
Business and Agri- Industries, Tourism and Travel Services, 3.5
Parkland College 1990 — 1992
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Mass Communications- Public Relations, 3.5
Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services September 2001 - Present
The News-Gazette April 2008 - Present
Private Residental Cleaning Service March 2003 - Present
Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services November 2012 - December 2014
Parkland College January 1990 - July 1993
Skills
Social Media, Fundraising, Event Planning, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Volunteer Management, Volunteer Recruiting, Non-profit Volunteering, Non-profit Board..., Customer Service, Employee Training, Healthcare Industry, Leadership Development, Microsoft Office, Events Coordination, Team Facilitation, HIPPA, Job Descriptions, Sage Abra HRMS, CPSI, Newsletter Production, Website Administration, Human Resources, Committee Liaison, Non-profit Management
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2013 — 2016
Bachelor's Degree, Organizational and Professional Development, 3.67
Parkland College 1996 — 1998
Business and Agri- Industries, Tourism and Travel Services, 3.5
Parkland College 1990 — 1992
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Mass Communications- Public Relations, 3.5
Dan Corkery Dan Corkery's The News-Gazette Experience November 2013 - Present
Job managing editor at The NewsGazette
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The News-Gazette November 2013 - Present
The News-Gazette September 1996 - November 2013
The News-Gazette February 1987 - September 1996
The News-Gazette May 1980 - February 1987
Skills
Editing, Journalism, Ap Style, News Writing, Newspaper, Copy Editing, Magazines, Headline Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Arts, Economics
Moline High School 1973 — 1976
diploma, general studies
The News-Gazette November 2013 - Present
The News-Gazette September 1996 - November 2013
The News-Gazette February 1987 - September 1996
The News-Gazette May 1980 - February 1987
Skills
Editing, Journalism, Ap Style, News Writing, Newspaper, Copy Editing, Magazines, Headline Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Arts, Economics
Moline High School 1973 — 1976
diploma, general studies
Larry LaCost, Jr. Larry LaCost, Jr.'s The News-Gazette Experience 2008 - 2009
Job Digital Marketing & Advertising Consultant
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Gannett/Tegna Digital Marketing Services - Clipper/Local Flavor Magazine 2014 - Present
PennySaver USA 2012 - 2014
Independant Business Consultant 2009 - 2012
US Foods; formerly Hawkeye Foodservice 2009 - 2011
The News-Gazette 2008 - 2009
Daily Journal (Small Newspaper Group) 2003 - 2008
Skills
High Impact..., Team Building &..., Integrated Sales..., Newspaper, Advertising, Online Advertising, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, SEO, Public Relations, New Media, Digital Media, Editing, CRM, Salesforce.com, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Access, MS Project, Project Management, Visio, QuickBooks, Quicken, Photoshop, Adobe, Illustrator, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Time Management, Business Strategy, Business Analysis, New Business Development, Sales, Cold Calling, Foodservice Distribution, Presentations, High-Impact Sales..., Consultants, Strategic Consulting, Corporate Sales..., Sales Presentation..., Premium Sales, B2B Marketing Strategy, Volunteer Management, Team Building, Management
Education
Capella University 2009 — 2016
Marketing with a minor in Management and Leadership, E-Business, Marketing, Management & Leadership, Branding, Marketing Research, Change Management, GPA 4.0
Gannett/Tegna Digital Marketing Services - Clipper/Local Flavor Magazine 2014 - Present
PennySaver USA 2012 - 2014
Independant Business Consultant 2009 - 2012
US Foods; formerly Hawkeye Foodservice 2009 - 2011
The News-Gazette 2008 - 2009
Daily Journal (Small Newspaper Group) 2003 - 2008
Skills
High Impact..., Team Building &..., Integrated Sales..., Newspaper, Advertising, Online Advertising, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, SEO, Public Relations, New Media, Digital Media, Editing, CRM, Salesforce.com, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Access, MS Project, Project Management, Visio, QuickBooks, Quicken, Photoshop, Adobe, Illustrator, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Time Management, Business Strategy, Business Analysis, New Business Development, Sales, Cold Calling, Foodservice Distribution, Presentations, High-Impact Sales..., Consultants, Strategic Consulting, Corporate Sales..., Sales Presentation..., Premium Sales, B2B Marketing Strategy, Volunteer Management, Team Building, Management
Education
Capella University 2009 — 2016
Marketing with a minor in Management and Leadership, E-Business, Marketing, Management & Leadership, Branding, Marketing Research, Change Management, GPA 4.0
Paul Kosmas's The News-Gazette Experience 2000 - 2001
Job Montessori Elementary Teacher
Industry Higher Education
Experience
EarthSong Community School August 2013 - July 2015
Vacation Promotions LLC 1995 - August 2012
Big Iron Data LLC July 2005 - December 2008
The News-Gazette 2000 - 2001
Skills
Creative Analytical..., New Business Development, Business Concept..., Travel, Vacation, Family Vacations, Timeshare, Start-up Business..., Online Lead Generation, Marketing, Internet Entrepreneur, Internet Leads, Sales, Managing Associates, Inbound Marketing, Outbound Marketing, Telemarketing, Creativity, Visionary, Creative Arts, Online Advertising, Advertising, Strategy, Affiliate Marketing, Lead Generation, Start-ups, Online Marketing, E-commerce, Business Development, Entrepreneurship, Customer Acquisition, Email Marketing, Management, Publishing, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Trade Shows, Brand Development, SEM, Media Buying, SEO, Direct Marketing, Strategic Partnerships
Education
Virginia Commonwealth University 1992 — 1994
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Painting
Davidson College 1984 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Comparative Arts
University of Florida 1983 — 1984
EarthSong Community School August 2013 - July 2015
Vacation Promotions LLC 1995 - August 2012
Big Iron Data LLC July 2005 - December 2008
The News-Gazette 2000 - 2001
Skills
Creative Analytical..., New Business Development, Business Concept..., Travel, Vacation, Family Vacations, Timeshare, Start-up Business..., Online Lead Generation, Marketing, Internet Entrepreneur, Internet Leads, Sales, Managing Associates, Inbound Marketing, Outbound Marketing, Telemarketing, Creativity, Visionary, Creative Arts, Online Advertising, Advertising, Strategy, Affiliate Marketing, Lead Generation, Start-ups, Online Marketing, E-commerce, Business Development, Entrepreneurship, Customer Acquisition, Email Marketing, Management, Publishing, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Trade Shows, Brand Development, SEM, Media Buying, SEO, Direct Marketing, Strategic Partnerships
Education
Virginia Commonwealth University 1992 — 1994
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Painting
Davidson College 1984 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Comparative Arts
University of Florida 1983 — 1984
Spencer Turkin's The News-Gazette Experience September 2009 - May 2012
Job The Voice of the Aggies at North Carolina A&T State University
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
CBS Radio May 2014 - Present
North Carolina A&T State University January 2014 - Present
Curtis Media Group October 2012 - Present
IMG August 2012 - Present
News & Record August 2012 - Present
Spartan Nation June 2012 - Present
AmPride Communications INC April 2010 - Present
Big Ten Network April 2010 - May 2012
The News-Gazette September 2009 - May 2012
Illini Media August 2008 - May 2012
Skills
Play-by-play, sports reporting, Avid, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Audition, Radio Broadcasting, Broadcast Television, Broadcast Journalism, Live Broadcast, Sports Writing, Hosting, Social Media, Twitter, audio vault, Radio Producing, ISDN, Editing, Producing, Broadcast, Football, ENPS, News Writing, Sports, Press Releases, AudioVault, Audacity, Radio Host, Video Editing, Video, Videography, Breaking News, Magazines, Radio, Blogging, Storytelling, AP Style, Baseball, iMovie, Journalism, Facebook, Avid Media Composer, New Media, Audio Editing, Avid Newscutter, Media Relations, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, Video Production, Sports Play-by-play, Multimedia
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Broadcast Journalism
CBS Radio May 2014 - Present
North Carolina A&T State University January 2014 - Present
Curtis Media Group October 2012 - Present
IMG August 2012 - Present
News & Record August 2012 - Present
Spartan Nation June 2012 - Present
AmPride Communications INC April 2010 - Present
Big Ten Network April 2010 - May 2012
The News-Gazette September 2009 - May 2012
Illini Media August 2008 - May 2012
Skills
Play-by-play, sports reporting, Avid, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Audition, Radio Broadcasting, Broadcast Television, Broadcast Journalism, Live Broadcast, Sports Writing, Hosting, Social Media, Twitter, audio vault, Radio Producing, ISDN, Editing, Producing, Broadcast, Football, ENPS, News Writing, Sports, Press Releases, AudioVault, Audacity, Radio Host, Video Editing, Video, Videography, Breaking News, Magazines, Radio, Blogging, Storytelling, AP Style, Baseball, iMovie, Journalism, Facebook, Avid Media Composer, New Media, Audio Editing, Avid Newscutter, Media Relations, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, Video Production, Sports Play-by-play, Multimedia
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Broadcast Journalism
Alex Iniguez Alex Iniguez's The News-Gazette Experience August 2008 - November 2008
Job Page designer/copy editor at Pittsburgh PostGazette
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette May 2011 - Present
Bloomberg News February 2011 - August 2011
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign May 2010 - May 2011
Illini Media August 2007 - May 2011
Marketing Werks August 2009 - November 2010
The News-Gazette August 2008 - November 2008
Skills
Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, HTML + CSS, InDesign, InCopy, DTI, K4, Mac OS X, Windows, Ubuntu, Microsoft Office, Dipity, Twitter, Facebook, Google+, Google Analytics, Google Apps, SkiFree, Minesweeper, Social Media, Copy Editing, OS X, Blogging, WordPress, Photography, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Adobe Creative Suite, Editing, Newspapers, iMovie, Magazines, Sports Writing, HTML, Press Releases, Creative Writing, Feature Articles, Publications, News Writing, Journalism, Web Content, Storytelling, Headline Writing, AP Style, Online Journalism, Breaking News, Multimedia
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2007 — 2011
B.S., News-editorial journalism
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette May 2011 - Present
Bloomberg News February 2011 - August 2011
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign May 2010 - May 2011
Illini Media August 2007 - May 2011
Marketing Werks August 2009 - November 2010
The News-Gazette August 2008 - November 2008
Skills
Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, HTML + CSS, InDesign, InCopy, DTI, K4, Mac OS X, Windows, Ubuntu, Microsoft Office, Dipity, Twitter, Facebook, Google+, Google Analytics, Google Apps, SkiFree, Minesweeper, Social Media, Copy Editing, OS X, Blogging, WordPress, Photography, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Adobe Creative Suite, Editing, Newspapers, iMovie, Magazines, Sports Writing, HTML, Press Releases, Creative Writing, Feature Articles, Publications, News Writing, Journalism, Web Content, Storytelling, Headline Writing, AP Style, Online Journalism, Breaking News, Multimedia
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2007 — 2011
B.S., News-editorial journalism
Tanya E. Ethridge Tanya E. Ethridge's The News-Gazette Experience January 2001 - August 2002
Job Paralegal
Industry Legal Services
Experience
TenaciTee February 2012 - Present
Mark K. Sullivan & Associates September 2013 - January 2015
Wiesneth Law Offices, PC July 2012 - June 2013
SKL Contracting March 2012 - June 2012
Fleschner, Stark, Tanoos & Newlin 2010 - 2011
Kapella Christoff & Parker April 2007 - September 2010
Prairie Signs, Inc. February 2001 - August 2002
The News Gazette January 2001 - August 2002
Commercial News April 1996 - February 2000
Win C. Smith Oldsmobile, Cadillac GMC Car Dealership April 1995 - May 1996
Skills
Westlaw, Legal Documents, Timeslips, Real Estate, Trials, Document Drafting, Customer Service, Personal Injury, Depositions, Legal Solutions, Event Planning, Appeals, Legal Assistance, Product Liability, Social Security..., Wills, Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury..., Chapter 7, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Amicus
Education
Ivy Tech Community College 2012 — 2014
Associate's degree, Criminal Justice/Police Science
Midstate College 1991 — 1993
Paralegal
Danville Area Community College
Criminal Justice/Political Science
Saint Mary of the Woods
Paralegal
TenaciTee February 2012 - Present
Mark K. Sullivan & Associates September 2013 - January 2015
Wiesneth Law Offices, PC July 2012 - June 2013
SKL Contracting March 2012 - June 2012
Fleschner, Stark, Tanoos & Newlin 2010 - 2011
Kapella Christoff & Parker April 2007 - September 2010
Prairie Signs, Inc. February 2001 - August 2002
The News Gazette January 2001 - August 2002
Commercial News April 1996 - February 2000
Win C. Smith Oldsmobile, Cadillac GMC Car Dealership April 1995 - May 1996
Skills
Westlaw, Legal Documents, Timeslips, Real Estate, Trials, Document Drafting, Customer Service, Personal Injury, Depositions, Legal Solutions, Event Planning, Appeals, Legal Assistance, Product Liability, Social Security..., Wills, Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury..., Chapter 7, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Amicus
Education
Ivy Tech Community College 2012 — 2014
Associate's degree, Criminal Justice/Police Science
Midstate College 1991 — 1993
Paralegal
Danville Area Community College
Criminal Justice/Political Science
Saint Mary of the Woods
Paralegal
Danya Long Danya Long's The News-Gazette Experience January 2013 - October 2013
Job Security Officer with G4S
Industry Security and Investigations
Experience
Cunningham Children's Home July 2015 - Present
G4S November 2014 - July 2015
Portrait Innovations March 2014 - November 2014
Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. December 2013 - February 2014
AlliedBarton Security Services November 2013 - December 2013
The News-Gazette January 2013 - October 2013
Champaign County Circuit Clerk's Office May 2011 - January 2013
Skills
Sports Writing, Newspaper Design, Photography, Editing, InDesign, AP Style, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Photoshop, Multimedia, Layout, Storytelling, Video, Microsoft Office, Copy Editing, PowerPoint, Proofreading, Press Releases, Creative Writing, Newsletters, Copywriting, Content Management, Social Networking, Newspapers
Education
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College 2007 — 2011
B.A., English, Journalism, Graphic Design
Lewis Cass High School 2003 — 2007
High School Diploma
Cunningham Children's Home July 2015 - Present
G4S November 2014 - July 2015
Portrait Innovations March 2014 - November 2014
Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. December 2013 - February 2014
AlliedBarton Security Services November 2013 - December 2013
The News-Gazette January 2013 - October 2013
Champaign County Circuit Clerk's Office May 2011 - January 2013
Skills
Sports Writing, Newspaper Design, Photography, Editing, InDesign, AP Style, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Photoshop, Multimedia, Layout, Storytelling, Video, Microsoft Office, Copy Editing, PowerPoint, Proofreading, Press Releases, Creative Writing, Newsletters, Copywriting, Content Management, Social Networking, Newspapers
Education
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College 2007 — 2011
B.A., English, Journalism, Graphic Design
Lewis Cass High School 2003 — 2007
High School Diploma
Jarred Ingram Jarred Ingram's The News-Gazette Experience June 2009 - August 2010
Job Brand Representative & OffSite Events Manager
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Swedish Hill Vineyard, Inc July 2014 - Present
Arc of Yates November 2012 - June 2014
The News-Gazette June 2009 - August 2010
The Daily Press February 2003 - August 2008
Skills
Marketing, Sales, Management, Sales Operations, Six Sigma, Cross-functional Team..., Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Marketing Strategy, Research, Team Building
Education
Keuka College 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration, Management and Operations
Grand Valley State University 2000 — 2002
International Relations and Affairs
Bay de Noc Community College 1998 — 2000
Political Science/Pre-Law, Political Science and Government
Swedish Hill Vineyard, Inc July 2014 - Present
Arc of Yates November 2012 - June 2014
The News-Gazette June 2009 - August 2010
The Daily Press February 2003 - August 2008
Skills
Marketing, Sales, Management, Sales Operations, Six Sigma, Cross-functional Team..., Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Marketing Strategy, Research, Team Building
Education
Keuka College 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration, Management and Operations
Grand Valley State University 2000 — 2002
International Relations and Affairs
Bay de Noc Community College 1998 — 2000
Political Science/Pre-Law, Political Science and Government
Joe Brewer's The News-Gazette Experience 1998 - 2000
Job Copy editor at Santa Barbara NewsPress
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Santa Barbara News-Press December 2006 - Present
Vallejo Times-Hearld January 2005 - November 2006
Rapid City Journal April 2003 - December 2004
The Daily Herald January 2001 - April 2003
The News-Gazette 1998 - 2000
Gannett 1996 - 1998
Koocanusa Publications Inc 1993 - 1995
The Golden Star 1992 - 1993
The Japan Times 1989 - 1991
Stamford Advocate 1988 - 1989
Skills
Reporting, Editing, Layout/Design, Writing, InCopy, AP Style, News Writing, QuarkXPress, Grammar, Copy Editing, Breaking News, Proofreading, InDesign, Headline Writing, Photography, Editorial, Wordpress, Fact-checking, Newsletters, Blogging, Photo Editing, Interviewing, Publishing, Books, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, Journalism, Web Content, Magazines, Newspaper Design, Freelance Writing, Web Editing, Press Releases, Sports Writing, Investigative Reporting, Travel Writing, WordPress
Education
The University of Kansas 1983 — 1986
BS, Journalism
DINFOS 1979 — 1979
Certificates, Journalism, Broadcasting
Wichita State University 1976 — 1978
music, history, education
Santa Barbara News-Press December 2006 - Present
Vallejo Times-Hearld January 2005 - November 2006
Rapid City Journal April 2003 - December 2004
The Daily Herald January 2001 - April 2003
The News-Gazette 1998 - 2000
Gannett 1996 - 1998
Koocanusa Publications Inc 1993 - 1995
The Golden Star 1992 - 1993
The Japan Times 1989 - 1991
Stamford Advocate 1988 - 1989
Skills
Reporting, Editing, Layout/Design, Writing, InCopy, AP Style, News Writing, QuarkXPress, Grammar, Copy Editing, Breaking News, Proofreading, InDesign, Headline Writing, Photography, Editorial, Wordpress, Fact-checking, Newsletters, Blogging, Photo Editing, Interviewing, Publishing, Books, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, Journalism, Web Content, Magazines, Newspaper Design, Freelance Writing, Web Editing, Press Releases, Sports Writing, Investigative Reporting, Travel Writing, WordPress
Education
The University of Kansas 1983 — 1986
BS, Journalism
DINFOS 1979 — 1979
Certificates, Journalism, Broadcasting
Wichita State University 1976 — 1978
music, history, education
Clark Sorensen's The News-Gazette Experience March 2014 - Present
Job University of Illinois Graduate '10
Industry Sports
Experience
Division of Intercollegiate Athletics August 2006 - Present
The News-Gazette March 2014 - Present
Champaign Park District January 2006 - Present
Champaign County Convention & Visitors Bureau April 2011 - August 2015
Illinois State University (IHSA State Volleyball Finals) 2014 - 2014
St. Louis Cardinals June 2010 - August 2010
Parkland College Financial Aid Office September 2006 - May 2008
Skills
Event Management, Sports Management, Customer Service, Organization, Supervisory Skills, Detail Orientation, Hard Worker, Time Management, Organizational..., Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Recreation Management, Volunteering, Creative Writing, Trust Management, Visual Thinking, Employee Loyalty, Marketing, Marketing Research, Research, Event Planning, Technology Management, Media Relations, Email Marketing, Sports, Public Relations
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Recreation, Sport and Tourism
Parkland College 2006 — 2008
Sports Studies
Division of Intercollegiate Athletics August 2006 - Present
The News-Gazette March 2014 - Present
Champaign Park District January 2006 - Present
Champaign County Convention & Visitors Bureau April 2011 - August 2015
Illinois State University (IHSA State Volleyball Finals) 2014 - 2014
St. Louis Cardinals June 2010 - August 2010
Parkland College Financial Aid Office September 2006 - May 2008
Skills
Event Management, Sports Management, Customer Service, Organization, Supervisory Skills, Detail Orientation, Hard Worker, Time Management, Organizational..., Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Recreation Management, Volunteering, Creative Writing, Trust Management, Visual Thinking, Employee Loyalty, Marketing, Marketing Research, Research, Event Planning, Technology Management, Media Relations, Email Marketing, Sports, Public Relations
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Recreation, Sport and Tourism
Parkland College 2006 — 2008
Sports Studies
Sarah Rancuret Sarah Rancuret's The News-Gazette Experience 2009 - 2010
Job Marketing Manager at Darlington
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Darlington October 2012 - Present
Pearson North America August 2012 - September 2013
iUniverse June 2011 - May 2012
Las Vegas Review-Journal September 2008 - July 2011
The News-Gazette 2009 - 2010
The Daily Egyptian December 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Copy Editing, Journalism, Editorial, Editing, Copywriting, InDesign, Inside Sales, Storytelling, Magazines
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, News-editorial journalism
Okawville High School 2002 — 2006
High School Diploma
Darlington October 2012 - Present
Pearson North America August 2012 - September 2013
iUniverse June 2011 - May 2012
Las Vegas Review-Journal September 2008 - July 2011
The News-Gazette 2009 - 2010
The Daily Egyptian December 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Copy Editing, Journalism, Editorial, Editing, Copywriting, InDesign, Inside Sales, Storytelling, Magazines
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, News-editorial journalism
Okawville High School 2002 — 2006
High School Diploma
Cheryl Chupp Cheryl Chupp's The News-Gazette Experience February 2013 - Present
Job Student at Colorado Technical UniversityOnline
Industry
Experience
The News-Gazette February 2013 - Present
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Advertising, Sales, Email Marketing, Customer Service
Education
Colorado Technical University-Online 2009 — 2013
The News-Gazette February 2013 - Present
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Advertising, Sales, Email Marketing, Customer Service
Education
Colorado Technical University-Online 2009 — 2013
Emily Baselt Steiger's The News-Gazette Experience June 2010 - June 2010
Job Assistant Director of Annual Giving and Digital Strategy Coordinator for Advancement at Colgate University
Industry Fund-Raising
Experience
Colgate University July 2015 - Present
Colgate University July 2014 - July 2015
Colgate University September 2013 - July 2014
Freelance January 2013 - July 2013
Ohio House of Representatives November 2011 - January 2013
Citizens for Buchy June 2012 - November 2012
Matrix Psychological Services July 2011 - November 2011
Colgate University August 2008 - May 2011
Cambria Magazine July 2010 - August 2010
The News-Gazette June 2010 - June 2010
Skills
Community Outreach, Research, Editing, Blogging, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Policy Analysis, Social Media, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Facebook, PowerPoint, Spanish, Marketing, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Writing, Fundraising, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Volunteer Management
Education
Colgate University 2007 — 2011
BA, English Literature
Colgate University July 2015 - Present
Colgate University July 2014 - July 2015
Colgate University September 2013 - July 2014
Freelance January 2013 - July 2013
Ohio House of Representatives November 2011 - January 2013
Citizens for Buchy June 2012 - November 2012
Matrix Psychological Services July 2011 - November 2011
Colgate University August 2008 - May 2011
Cambria Magazine July 2010 - August 2010
The News-Gazette June 2010 - June 2010
Skills
Community Outreach, Research, Editing, Blogging, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Policy Analysis, Social Media, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Facebook, PowerPoint, Spanish, Marketing, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Writing, Fundraising, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Volunteer Management
Education
Colgate University 2007 — 2011
BA, English Literature
Steve Caswell's The News-Gazette Experience September 1996 - February 2012
Job owner/operator at Sparkle PRO Window Cleaning
Industry Facilities Services
Experience
Sparkle PRO Window Cleaning April 1998 - Present
The News Gazette September 1996 - February 2012
Skills
Team Building, Sales, Customer Service, Advertising, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Management, Pressure Washing, Operations Management, New Business Development, Building Maintenance, Management, Social Media, Marketing, Social Networking, Training, Strategic Planning
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1988 — 1995
Bachelor of Science in Occupational and Practical Arts Education, Aviation/ Education, 3.6
Sparkle PRO Window Cleaning April 1998 - Present
The News Gazette September 1996 - February 2012
Skills
Team Building, Sales, Customer Service, Advertising, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Management, Pressure Washing, Operations Management, New Business Development, Building Maintenance, Management, Social Media, Marketing, Social Networking, Training, Strategic Planning
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1988 — 1995
Bachelor of Science in Occupational and Practical Arts Education, Aviation/ Education, 3.6
Paolo Cisneros's The News-Gazette Experience August 2009 - May 2010
Job Community development and research specialist
Industry Civic & Social Organization
Experience
LISC Chicago February 2014 - Present
Institute for Policy and Civic Engagement at UIC February 2015 - Present
Chicago Voz February 2015 - July 2015
Quinn for Illinois March 2014 - November 2014
Metropolitan Planning Council September 2013 - January 2014
The Sheridan Press August 2012 - July 2013
Pump Room at Public Chicago August 2011 - August 2012
U.Illinois Dept. of Housing August 2009 - May 2011
U.Illinois Study Abroad Office August 2009 - May 2010
The News-Gazette August 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Research, Social Media, Copy Editing, Community Journalism, Editing and proofreading, Social Justice, Customer Service, Spanish, Adobe Creative Suite, International Education, AP & Chicago styles, Urban Planning, Competitive Intelligence, Opposition Research
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2015 — 2017
Master's degree, Urban Planning & Policy
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), News-Editorial Journalism
Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey
Mexico semester exchange
LISC Chicago February 2014 - Present
Institute for Policy and Civic Engagement at UIC February 2015 - Present
Chicago Voz February 2015 - July 2015
Quinn for Illinois March 2014 - November 2014
Metropolitan Planning Council September 2013 - January 2014
The Sheridan Press August 2012 - July 2013
Pump Room at Public Chicago August 2011 - August 2012
U.Illinois Dept. of Housing August 2009 - May 2011
U.Illinois Study Abroad Office August 2009 - May 2010
The News-Gazette August 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Research, Social Media, Copy Editing, Community Journalism, Editing and proofreading, Social Justice, Customer Service, Spanish, Adobe Creative Suite, International Education, AP & Chicago styles, Urban Planning, Competitive Intelligence, Opposition Research
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2015 — 2017
Master's degree, Urban Planning & Policy
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), News-Editorial Journalism
Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey
Mexico semester exchange
Rich Lawson's The News-Gazette Experience February 2009 - April 2012
Job Drupal Architect at Duo Consulting
Industry Internet
Experience
Duo Consulting November 2014 - Present
University of Colorado Boulder August 2013 - November 2014
Pixo at pixotech.com May 2012 - August 2013
The News-Gazette February 2009 - April 2012
The News-Gazette April 2007 - February 2009
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2006 - April 2007
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Web Development, Drupal, PHP, CSS, MySQL, Databases, HTML, JavaScript, jQuery, CMS, Digital Media, XHTML, Web Applications, Web Design, Photoshop, Apache Solr, Apache, Dreamweaver, User Interface Design, Git, ColdFusion, Graphic Design, XML, Technical Writing, Multimedia, WordPress, Server Administration, Subversion, JSON, Bash, Salesforce.com
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2004 — 2006
Master of Education, Curriculum and Instruction
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Second Major in History, Minor in English
Duo Consulting November 2014 - Present
University of Colorado Boulder August 2013 - November 2014
Pixo at pixotech.com May 2012 - August 2013
The News-Gazette February 2009 - April 2012
The News-Gazette April 2007 - February 2009
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2006 - April 2007
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Web Development, Drupal, PHP, CSS, MySQL, Databases, HTML, JavaScript, jQuery, CMS, Digital Media, XHTML, Web Applications, Web Design, Photoshop, Apache Solr, Apache, Dreamweaver, User Interface Design, Git, ColdFusion, Graphic Design, XML, Technical Writing, Multimedia, WordPress, Server Administration, Subversion, JSON, Bash, Salesforce.com
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2004 — 2006
Master of Education, Curriculum and Instruction
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Second Major in History, Minor in English
Travis Green's The News-Gazette Experience January 2006 - May 2007
Job Sales & Marketing Analyst Manager (Private Label), Sky Valley Foods
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Sky Valley Foods Inc. September 2014 - Present
Herff Jones April 2013 - September 2014
Personal Computer Systems November 2011 - September 2012
Strategic Marketing and Mailing June 2010 - November 2011
C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. May 2009 - August 2009
Karis Corporation May 2007 - May 2009
The News-Gazette January 2006 - May 2007
Skills
Account Management, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Sales, Team Building, Email Marketing, Direct Marketing, New Business Development, Public Relations, Direct Mail, Online Advertising, B2B, Marketing Communications, Segmentation, Facebook, Salesforce.com, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Team Leadership, Direct Sales, Strategic Planning, Advertising, Competitive Analysis, Trade Shows, Cold Calling, Sales Management, Lead Generation, Customer Service, Product Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Integrated Marketing, Management, Microsoft Office, Marketing Management, Sales Operations, Sales Process, Training, Budgets, Business Planning, Entrepreneurship
Education
Illinois State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelors, Marketing-Profesional sales
Sky Valley Foods Inc. September 2014 - Present
Herff Jones April 2013 - September 2014
Personal Computer Systems November 2011 - September 2012
Strategic Marketing and Mailing June 2010 - November 2011
C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. May 2009 - August 2009
Karis Corporation May 2007 - May 2009
The News-Gazette January 2006 - May 2007
Skills
Account Management, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Sales, Team Building, Email Marketing, Direct Marketing, New Business Development, Public Relations, Direct Mail, Online Advertising, B2B, Marketing Communications, Segmentation, Facebook, Salesforce.com, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Team Leadership, Direct Sales, Strategic Planning, Advertising, Competitive Analysis, Trade Shows, Cold Calling, Sales Management, Lead Generation, Customer Service, Product Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Integrated Marketing, Management, Microsoft Office, Marketing Management, Sales Operations, Sales Process, Training, Budgets, Business Planning, Entrepreneurship
Education
Illinois State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelors, Marketing-Profesional sales
Erin Lippitz's The News-Gazette Experience June 2004 - September 2013
Job Executive Director at Champaign Center Partnership
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Champaign Center Partnership September 2013 - Present
The News-Gazette June 2004 - September 2013
Skills
Graphic Design, Marketing Communications, Radio Promotions, Marketing Strategy, Copywriting
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2001 — 2002
Illinois Wesleyan University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Art/Art Studies, General
Champaign Center Partnership September 2013 - Present
The News-Gazette June 2004 - September 2013
Skills
Graphic Design, Marketing Communications, Radio Promotions, Marketing Strategy, Copywriting
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2001 — 2002
Illinois Wesleyan University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Art/Art Studies, General
Colin Likas's The News-Gazette Experience June 2014 - Present
Job Blackhawk Up Writer at FanSided
Industry Newspapers
Experience
FanSided April 2015 - Present
The News-Gazette June 2014 - Present
NCAA January 2014 - May 2014
The Butler Collegian August 2013 - April 2014
Allegion US August 2013 - December 2013
The Butler Collegian August 2012 - May 2013
The Butler Collegian September 2011 - May 2012
National Federation of State High School Associations August 2011 - December 2011
Gil Drugs June 2011 - August 2011
The Butler Collegian September 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Sports Writing, Writing, Copy Editing, Proficient in InDesign, Listening Skills, Team Leadership, Meeting Deadlines, Sports, Action Sports, Snowboarding
Education
Butler University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Crown Point High School 2006 — 2010
FanSided April 2015 - Present
The News-Gazette June 2014 - Present
NCAA January 2014 - May 2014
The Butler Collegian August 2013 - April 2014
Allegion US August 2013 - December 2013
The Butler Collegian August 2012 - May 2013
The Butler Collegian September 2011 - May 2012
National Federation of State High School Associations August 2011 - December 2011
Gil Drugs June 2011 - August 2011
The Butler Collegian September 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Sports Writing, Writing, Copy Editing, Proficient in InDesign, Listening Skills, Team Leadership, Meeting Deadlines, Sports, Action Sports, Snowboarding
Education
Butler University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Crown Point High School 2006 — 2010
Thomas Thoren's The News-Gazette Experience January 2013 - May 2013
Job Open data reporter at The Lens
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The Lens February 2014 - Present
Loyola University University New Orleans August 2014 - December 2014
Gambit Communications Inc. March 2014 - October 2014
The Lens August 2013 - June 2014
Gambit Communications Inc. July 2013 - March 2014
CU-CitizenAccess November 2012 - October 2013
Illini Media February 2013 - August 2013
Illini Media October 2012 - August 2013
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2012 - August 2013
The News-Gazette January 2013 - May 2013
Skills
Journalism
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2012 — 2013
Master of Science (M.S.), News-editorial journalism
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Civil and environmental engineering/structural engineering
The Lens February 2014 - Present
Loyola University University New Orleans August 2014 - December 2014
Gambit Communications Inc. March 2014 - October 2014
The Lens August 2013 - June 2014
Gambit Communications Inc. July 2013 - March 2014
CU-CitizenAccess November 2012 - October 2013
Illini Media February 2013 - August 2013
Illini Media October 2012 - August 2013
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2012 - August 2013
The News-Gazette January 2013 - May 2013
Skills
Journalism
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2012 — 2013
Master of Science (M.S.), News-editorial journalism
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Civil and environmental engineering/structural engineering
Lucas Deal Lucas Deal's The News-Gazette Experience May 2006 - December 2010
Job Editor
Industry Media Production
Experience
Randall-Reilly Publishing January 2011 - Present
The News-Gazette May 2006 - December 2010
Skills
Magazines, Copy Editing, Journalism, AP Style, Editorial, Publishing, Publications, Feature Articles, Newspapers, Blogging, Copywriting, News Writing, Ap Style, Fact-checking, Online Journalism, Storytelling, Web Content, InCopy, Breaking News
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2003 — 2007
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Randall-Reilly Publishing January 2011 - Present
The News-Gazette May 2006 - December 2010
Skills
Magazines, Copy Editing, Journalism, AP Style, Editorial, Publishing, Publications, Feature Articles, Newspapers, Blogging, Copywriting, News Writing, Ap Style, Fact-checking, Online Journalism, Storytelling, Web Content, InCopy, Breaking News
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2003 — 2007
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Brendan Quealy Brendan Quealy's The News-Gazette Experience September 2013 - December 2013
Job Assistant News/Sports Editor at The Rantoul Press
Industry Media Production
Experience
Governors State University January 2014 - Present
The Rantoul Press December 2013 - Present
Rantoul Township High School October 2013 - Present
The News-Gazette September 2013 - December 2013
MSTN, Daily April 2013 - September 2013
Tails Pet Media, Inc. October 2011 - March 2012
Tails Pet Media, Inc March 2010 - July 2010
The Breakfast Sandwich Radio Experience May 2009 - May 2010
Common Sense Solutions November 2009 - January 2010
Lewis University January 2008 - May 2008
Skills
Writing, Editing, Journalism, Newspaper, Publications, Newsletters, Layout, Copy Editing, Social Media, Wordpress, InDesign, Blogging, Media Relations, Photoshop, Facebook, Research, AP Style, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Mac, Adobe Creative Suite, Video Editing, Excel, Teaching, Higher Education
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2010 — 2011
Masters, Journalism
Lewis University 2006 — 2008
Bachelors, Print Journalism
Lewis University
Bachelor of Arts, 2008; Communications/Print Journalism
Governors State University January 2014 - Present
The Rantoul Press December 2013 - Present
Rantoul Township High School October 2013 - Present
The News-Gazette September 2013 - December 2013
MSTN, Daily April 2013 - September 2013
Tails Pet Media, Inc. October 2011 - March 2012
Tails Pet Media, Inc March 2010 - July 2010
The Breakfast Sandwich Radio Experience May 2009 - May 2010
Common Sense Solutions November 2009 - January 2010
Lewis University January 2008 - May 2008
Skills
Writing, Editing, Journalism, Newspaper, Publications, Newsletters, Layout, Copy Editing, Social Media, Wordpress, InDesign, Blogging, Media Relations, Photoshop, Facebook, Research, AP Style, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Mac, Adobe Creative Suite, Video Editing, Excel, Teaching, Higher Education
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2010 — 2011
Masters, Journalism
Lewis University 2006 — 2008
Bachelors, Print Journalism
Lewis University
Bachelor of Arts, 2008; Communications/Print Journalism
Greta Weiderman Greta Weiderman's The News-Gazette Experience December 2006 - June 2011
Job Proposal and Technical Writer at MTM, Inc.
Industry Media Production
Experience
MTM, Inc. November 2014 - Present
St. Louis Business Journal January 2012 - June 2014
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign June 2011 - December 2011
The News-Gazette December 2006 - June 2011
Skills
Blogging, Editing, Social Media, Newspapers, Magazines, Copy Editing, Leadership, Copywriting, Creative Writing, AP Style, QuarkXPress, Volunteer Management, Advertising, Journalism, Digital Marketing, Public Relations, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Press Releases, Teaching, Community Outreach, Digital Media, Marketing, Media Relations, Publishing, Newsletters, Internal Communications, Strategic Communications, Social Networking
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2004 — 2009
Master's of Arts, Mass Communication - Media Theory and Research
Bowling Green State University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor's of Science, Print Journalism
MTM, Inc. November 2014 - Present
St. Louis Business Journal January 2012 - June 2014
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign June 2011 - December 2011
The News-Gazette December 2006 - June 2011
Skills
Blogging, Editing, Social Media, Newspapers, Magazines, Copy Editing, Leadership, Copywriting, Creative Writing, AP Style, QuarkXPress, Volunteer Management, Advertising, Journalism, Digital Marketing, Public Relations, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Press Releases, Teaching, Community Outreach, Digital Media, Marketing, Media Relations, Publishing, Newsletters, Internal Communications, Strategic Communications, Social Networking
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2004 — 2009
Master's of Arts, Mass Communication - Media Theory and Research
Bowling Green State University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor's of Science, Print Journalism
Clare Berry Clare Berry's The News-Gazette Experience January 1977 - January 1979
Job Real Estate Broker/ Owner at Berry & Co. Real Estate, the leading boutique realty company in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Berry & Co. Real Estate February 1993 - Present
Marsh Landing Realty January 1990 - January 1993
Watson Realty Corporation January 1985 - January 1990
Arvida-Clearview Cable TV January 1982 - January 1985
Sun Times Newspaper of the Jacksonville Beaches January 1981 - January 1982
Ponte Vedra Recorder Newspaper January 1979 - January 1981
The News-Gazette January 1977 - January 1979
Skills
Real Estate, Residential Homes, Waterfront, Negotiation, Marketing Communications, Sellers, Condos, Market Research, Beaches, Selling, Real Estate Transactions, Market Knowledge, Coastal, Sports, Marketing, Ocean, Natural Resources, Buyers, Sales, Luxury, First Time Home Buyers, Relocation, Advertising, Residential Listings, Real Estate consultant, Beaches, Waterfront &..., Riverfront, Intracoastal Waterway, Arts, Ponte Vedra Beach..., Ponte Vedra Beach Real..., Jacksonville Real Estate, Investment Properties
Education
Auburn University 1975 — 1977
B.A., English, Architecture, Interior Design
Episcopal School of Jacksonville
grades 7-11
The Harpeth Hall School, Nashville, TN
Grade 12
Berry & Co. Real Estate February 1993 - Present
Marsh Landing Realty January 1990 - January 1993
Watson Realty Corporation January 1985 - January 1990
Arvida-Clearview Cable TV January 1982 - January 1985
Sun Times Newspaper of the Jacksonville Beaches January 1981 - January 1982
Ponte Vedra Recorder Newspaper January 1979 - January 1981
The News-Gazette January 1977 - January 1979
Skills
Real Estate, Residential Homes, Waterfront, Negotiation, Marketing Communications, Sellers, Condos, Market Research, Beaches, Selling, Real Estate Transactions, Market Knowledge, Coastal, Sports, Marketing, Ocean, Natural Resources, Buyers, Sales, Luxury, First Time Home Buyers, Relocation, Advertising, Residential Listings, Real Estate consultant, Beaches, Waterfront &..., Riverfront, Intracoastal Waterway, Arts, Ponte Vedra Beach..., Ponte Vedra Beach Real..., Jacksonville Real Estate, Investment Properties
Education
Auburn University 1975 — 1977
B.A., English, Architecture, Interior Design
Episcopal School of Jacksonville
grades 7-11
The Harpeth Hall School, Nashville, TN
Grade 12
Rebecca Kibler Rebecca Kibler's The News-Gazette Experience February 2010 - September 2010
Job BMW Motorcycle Sales/Sportland Motorsports
Industry Automotive
Experience
Sportland Motorsports March 2011 - Present
Mor Marketing September 2010 - January 2011
The News-Gazette February 2010 - September 2010
Comcast May 2009 - February 2010
CU Dentists October 1991 - April 2007
Skills
Fitness, Sales Management, Sales, Customer Service, Advertising, Marketing, Public Speaking, Cold Calling, Account Management
Education
Parkland College 1968 — 1991
Assoc. of Science, Dental Hygiene
Sportland Motorsports March 2011 - Present
Mor Marketing September 2010 - January 2011
The News-Gazette February 2010 - September 2010
Comcast May 2009 - February 2010
CU Dentists October 1991 - April 2007
Skills
Fitness, Sales Management, Sales, Customer Service, Advertising, Marketing, Public Speaking, Cold Calling, Account Management
Education
Parkland College 1968 — 1991
Assoc. of Science, Dental Hygiene
John Foreman John Foreman's The News-Gazette Experience Publisher/PresidentThe News-GazetteNovember 1977 - Present
Job Publisher/President at The NewsGazette
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The News-Gazette Publisher/PresidentThe News-GazetteNovember 1977 - Present
The Pen Guy 2011 - 2012
Skills
Newspaper, Publications, Editorial, Editing, Copywriting, Magazines, Media Relations, News Writing, Journalism, Publishing, New Media, Fact-checking, Breaking News, Newspapers, Web Content, Multimedia, Digital Media, Storytelling, Online Journalism, Feature Articles, Content Development, Interviews, Social Media Marketing, Creative Writing, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Content Management
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science (BS), Journalism
The News-Gazette Publisher/PresidentThe News-GazetteNovember 1977 - Present
The Pen Guy 2011 - 2012
Skills
Newspaper, Publications, Editorial, Editing, Copywriting, Magazines, Media Relations, News Writing, Journalism, Publishing, New Media, Fact-checking, Breaking News, Newspapers, Web Content, Multimedia, Digital Media, Storytelling, Online Journalism, Feature Articles, Content Development, Interviews, Social Media Marketing, Creative Writing, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Content Management
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science (BS), Journalism
Brandon Barak Brandon Barak's The News-Gazette Experience November 2007 - May 2011
Job Minor League Video Assistant at Toronto Blue Jays
Industry Sports
Experience
Toronto Blue Jays March 2013 - Present
Baseball Info Solutions March 2012 - October 2012
U.S. Baseball Academy December 2011 - March 2012
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign September 2008 - February 2012
Daytona Cubs Professional Baseball May 2011 - August 2011
The News-Gazette November 2007 - May 2011
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2012
BS, Sports Management
Toronto Blue Jays March 2013 - Present
Baseball Info Solutions March 2012 - October 2012
U.S. Baseball Academy December 2011 - March 2012
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign September 2008 - February 2012
Daytona Cubs Professional Baseball May 2011 - August 2011
The News-Gazette November 2007 - May 2011
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2012
BS, Sports Management
Kerstin Zauke Kerstin Zauke's The News-Gazette Experience July 2002 - January 2009
Job Website Developer at Accuraty Solutions, LLC
Industry Internet
Experience
Accuraty Solutions, LLC July 2010 - Present
Kerstin Ricca Design January 2008 - December 2011
The News-Gazette July 2002 - January 2009
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Web Design, WordPress, CSS, Layout, Information Architecture, JavaScript, jQuery, Photoshop, Illustrator, Graphics, Graphic Design, InDesign, Logo Design, Vector Illustration, Advertising, CMS, XHTML, Dreamweaver, Web Development, Drupal, Joomla, C#, SQL, User Interface Design, HTML 5, CSS3, Front-end Coding, Backend Development, DNN, DotNetNuke, Visual Studio, Microsoft SQL Server, Developer Tools, VB.NET, T-SQL, PHP
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1998 — 2002
BS, Advertising
Parkland College 2007 — 2009
Graphic Design, Web Design
Accuraty Solutions, LLC July 2010 - Present
Kerstin Ricca Design January 2008 - December 2011
The News-Gazette July 2002 - January 2009
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Web Design, WordPress, CSS, Layout, Information Architecture, JavaScript, jQuery, Photoshop, Illustrator, Graphics, Graphic Design, InDesign, Logo Design, Vector Illustration, Advertising, CMS, XHTML, Dreamweaver, Web Development, Drupal, Joomla, C#, SQL, User Interface Design, HTML 5, CSS3, Front-end Coding, Backend Development, DNN, DotNetNuke, Visual Studio, Microsoft SQL Server, Developer Tools, VB.NET, T-SQL, PHP
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1998 — 2002
BS, Advertising
Parkland College 2007 — 2009
Graphic Design, Web Design
Elyse Moody Elyse Moody's The News-Gazette Experience June 2006 - December 2006
Job Senior Associate Editor, O, The Oprah Magazine, at Hearst Magazines
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
O, The Oprah Magazine March 2015 - Present
Hearst Magazines February 2014 - March 2015
Hearst Magazines June 2011 - February 2014
The McGraw-Hill Companies August 2007 - June 2011
Shenandoah: The Washington and Lee University Review April 2006 - June 2007
The News-Gazette June 2006 - December 2006
Woods Creek Montessori School May 2006 - August 2006
The Trident 2005 - 2006
Boxerwood Gardens September 2005 - December 2005
Skills
Copy Editing, Writing, Editing, Blogging, Proofreading, Social Media, Content Management, Press Releases, Newsletters, New Media, Editorial, Journalism, Storytelling
Education
The Johns Hopkins University 2008 — 2012
Master of Arts (MA), Nonfiction Writing
Society of Professional Journalists Reporter's Institute 2010 — 2010
Washington and Lee University 2003 — 2007
B.A., English and Journalism
St. Anne's College, Oxford 2005 — 2005
Virginia Program at Oxford, Elizabethan Literature and History
Darlington School 1999 — 2003
O, The Oprah Magazine March 2015 - Present
Hearst Magazines February 2014 - March 2015
Hearst Magazines June 2011 - February 2014
The McGraw-Hill Companies August 2007 - June 2011
Shenandoah: The Washington and Lee University Review April 2006 - June 2007
The News-Gazette June 2006 - December 2006
Woods Creek Montessori School May 2006 - August 2006
The Trident 2005 - 2006
Boxerwood Gardens September 2005 - December 2005
Skills
Copy Editing, Writing, Editing, Blogging, Proofreading, Social Media, Content Management, Press Releases, Newsletters, New Media, Editorial, Journalism, Storytelling
Education
The Johns Hopkins University 2008 — 2012
Master of Arts (MA), Nonfiction Writing
Society of Professional Journalists Reporter's Institute 2010 — 2010
Washington and Lee University 2003 — 2007
B.A., English and Journalism
St. Anne's College, Oxford 2005 — 2005
Virginia Program at Oxford, Elizabethan Literature and History
Darlington School 1999 — 2003
Victoria Brown's The News-Gazette Experience 2008 - 2009
Job Helping companies get the highest ROI by switching to Intacct from other financial software solutions
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Intacct Corporation April 2015 - Present
Restaurant Technologies, Inc. May 2014 - April 2015
Restaurant Technologies, Inc. May 2013 - May 2014
Restaurant Technologies, Inc. May 2012 - May 2013
San Fernando Valley Business Journal November 2010 - May 2012
The California Wine Club 2009 - 2010
The News-Gazette 2008 - 2009
Skills
Advertising, Advertising Sales, Social Media, Social Networking, Event Management, Event Marketing, Special Events, Internal Communications, Business Planning, Marketing Strategy, Public Speaking, Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, English, Twitter, Word Of Mouth Marketing, Referrals, Insurance, Front Office, Filing, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Digital Marketing, Spanish, Financial Analysis, Fundraising, CRM, Training, Event Planning, Marketing, Sales, Management, Team Building, Microsoft Word, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Sales Management, Nonprofits
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Speech Communication and Rhetoric
La Reina High School 2002 — 2006
Intacct Corporation April 2015 - Present
Restaurant Technologies, Inc. May 2014 - April 2015
Restaurant Technologies, Inc. May 2013 - May 2014
Restaurant Technologies, Inc. May 2012 - May 2013
San Fernando Valley Business Journal November 2010 - May 2012
The California Wine Club 2009 - 2010
The News-Gazette 2008 - 2009
Skills
Advertising, Advertising Sales, Social Media, Social Networking, Event Management, Event Marketing, Special Events, Internal Communications, Business Planning, Marketing Strategy, Public Speaking, Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, English, Twitter, Word Of Mouth Marketing, Referrals, Insurance, Front Office, Filing, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Digital Marketing, Spanish, Financial Analysis, Fundraising, CRM, Training, Event Planning, Marketing, Sales, Management, Team Building, Microsoft Word, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Sales Management, Nonprofits
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Speech Communication and Rhetoric
La Reina High School 2002 — 2006
Rachael Burgess Rachael Burgess's The News-Gazette Experience January 2000 - November 2007
Job Human Resource, PHR
Industry Construction
Experience
CHI Overhead Doors May 2012 - February 2014
JER Overhaul August 2011 - October 2011
Christie Clinic November 2007 - April 2011
The News-Gazette January 2000 - November 2007
Skills
Team Building, Contract Negotiation, Budgets, Doors, Customer Service, Sales, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Sales Management, OSHA, STD/LTD, Workers Compensation, FMLA, HRIS Database Management, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Recruiting, Training, Employee Benefits, New Hire Orientations, Employee Handbooks, Workforce Planning, HR Policies, Time Management, Job Descriptions, I-9 Compliance, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, EEO, PowerPoint, Employee Recognition, Compensation, COBRA, Compensation Structures, Strategic Human..., Applicant Tracking..., Conflict Resolution, Personnel Management, Union Avoidance, Exit Interviews, Temporary Placement, EEOC, Grievances, Industrial Relations, Employee Surveys, Job Analysis, Leave of Absence, Affirmative Action, Labor Relations, Salary
Education
University of Phoenix 2009 — 2013
BSB/HRM, Human Resources Management and Services
Lake Land College 1997 — 1999
Paralegal Diploma, Law
CHI Overhead Doors May 2012 - February 2014
JER Overhaul August 2011 - October 2011
Christie Clinic November 2007 - April 2011
The News-Gazette January 2000 - November 2007
Skills
Team Building, Contract Negotiation, Budgets, Doors, Customer Service, Sales, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Sales Management, OSHA, STD/LTD, Workers Compensation, FMLA, HRIS Database Management, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Recruiting, Training, Employee Benefits, New Hire Orientations, Employee Handbooks, Workforce Planning, HR Policies, Time Management, Job Descriptions, I-9 Compliance, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, EEO, PowerPoint, Employee Recognition, Compensation, COBRA, Compensation Structures, Strategic Human..., Applicant Tracking..., Conflict Resolution, Personnel Management, Union Avoidance, Exit Interviews, Temporary Placement, EEOC, Grievances, Industrial Relations, Employee Surveys, Job Analysis, Leave of Absence, Affirmative Action, Labor Relations, Salary
Education
University of Phoenix 2009 — 2013
BSB/HRM, Human Resources Management and Services
Lake Land College 1997 — 1999
Paralegal Diploma, Law
Aggie Sterrett Aggie Sterrett's The News-Gazette Experience 1977 - 1981
Job Production Manager, Graphic Artist, Photographer www.aggiesterrett.com
Industry Media Production
Experience
Freelance / Graphic Design Services November 2011 - Present
Advance Concepts August 1990 - October 2011
Advance Concepts May 1987 - August 1990
Image Matrix May 1985 - May 1987
ComCorps October 1982 - May 1985
American University September 1981 - January 1983
The News-Gazette 1977 - 1981
Skills
Customer Service, Multimedia, Video, Estimates, Production Management, Graphic Design, Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications, Development &..., Writing, Photography, Budgeting, Editing, Proofreading, Camera, Budgets, Production Managment, Adobe Creative Suite, Video Editing, Marketing, Trade Shows, Video Production, Videography, Creative Direction, New Media, Final Cut Studio, Graphics, Advertising, Final Cut Pro, Brochures
Education
American University
BA, Communications
Freelance / Graphic Design Services November 2011 - Present
Advance Concepts August 1990 - October 2011
Advance Concepts May 1987 - August 1990
Image Matrix May 1985 - May 1987
ComCorps October 1982 - May 1985
American University September 1981 - January 1983
The News-Gazette 1977 - 1981
Skills
Customer Service, Multimedia, Video, Estimates, Production Management, Graphic Design, Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications, Development &..., Writing, Photography, Budgeting, Editing, Proofreading, Camera, Budgets, Production Managment, Adobe Creative Suite, Video Editing, Marketing, Trade Shows, Video Production, Videography, Creative Direction, New Media, Final Cut Studio, Graphics, Advertising, Final Cut Pro, Brochures
Education
American University
BA, Communications
Scott Mathis's The News-Gazette Experience August 2009 - August 2010
Job Retail Sales Executive at (Danville, IL) CommercialNews
Industry Newspapers
Experience
(Danville, IL) Commercial-News April 2012 - Present
CNHI August 2010 - April 2012
The News Gazette August 2009 - August 2010
CNHI September 2006 - August 2009
Commercial-News December 2004 - October 2006
Education
International Fine Arts Colleg 1982 — 1983
no, Graphics, Fashion Merchandising
Danville Area Community College
marketing/mid management
Illinois State University
Fine Arts
Rankin Township High School
(Danville, IL) Commercial-News April 2012 - Present
CNHI August 2010 - April 2012
The News Gazette August 2009 - August 2010
CNHI September 2006 - August 2009
Commercial-News December 2004 - October 2006
Education
International Fine Arts Colleg 1982 — 1983
no, Graphics, Fashion Merchandising
Danville Area Community College
marketing/mid management
Illinois State University
Fine Arts
Rankin Township High School
Scott A R Koeneman Scott A R Koeneman's The News-Gazette Experience April 1995 - May 1999
Job Assistant Dean of Libraries for Advancement at University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign
Industry Fund-Raising
Experience
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign September 2014 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement January 2014 - September 2014
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign June 2012 - January 2014
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign May 2007 - June 2012
University of Illinois system June 2004 - May 2007
University of Illinois system August 2003 - June 2004
University of Illinois system May 1999 - August 2003
The News-Gazette April 1995 - May 1999
The Joliet Herald-News September 1993 - April 1995
The Daily Herald May 1993 - September 1993
Skills
Institutional, Government, Non-profits, Policy, Local Government, Government Liaison, Politics, Military, Public Policy, Capacity Building, Public Administration, Security Clearance, Fundraising, Publications, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Writing, Higher Education, Volunteer Management, Public Relations, Event Management, Social Media, Corporate Communications, Philanthropy, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Community Relations, Annual Giving, Special Events, Alumni Relations, Newsletters, Press Releases, Stewardship, Administration, Leadership Development, Social Networking, Mentoring, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Team Building, Speech Writing, Internal Communications, Nonprofits, Community Development, Program Management, Program Development, International Relations, Leadership, Prospect Research
Education
Drake University 1988 — 1990
BA, Journalism and Mass Communication
Valley High School 1977 — 1981
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign September 2014 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement January 2014 - September 2014
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign June 2012 - January 2014
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign May 2007 - June 2012
University of Illinois system June 2004 - May 2007
University of Illinois system August 2003 - June 2004
University of Illinois system May 1999 - August 2003
The News-Gazette April 1995 - May 1999
The Joliet Herald-News September 1993 - April 1995
The Daily Herald May 1993 - September 1993
Skills
Institutional, Government, Non-profits, Policy, Local Government, Government Liaison, Politics, Military, Public Policy, Capacity Building, Public Administration, Security Clearance, Fundraising, Publications, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Writing, Higher Education, Volunteer Management, Public Relations, Event Management, Social Media, Corporate Communications, Philanthropy, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Community Relations, Annual Giving, Special Events, Alumni Relations, Newsletters, Press Releases, Stewardship, Administration, Leadership Development, Social Networking, Mentoring, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Team Building, Speech Writing, Internal Communications, Nonprofits, Community Development, Program Management, Program Development, International Relations, Leadership, Prospect Research
Education
Drake University 1988 — 1990
BA, Journalism and Mass Communication
Valley High School 1977 — 1981
Courtney (Rushforth) Kwong Courtney (Rushforth) Kwong's The News-Gazette Experience May 2001 - August 2001
Job Recycling Coordinator
Industry Government Administration
Experience
City of Urbana, Illinois August 2002 - Present
The News-Gazette May 2001 - August 2001
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency June 1999 - August 1999
Skills
Writing, Public Relations, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Sustainability, Community Outreach, Recycling, Local Government, Program Development, Environmental Education, Environmental Awareness, Grant Writing, Policy, Grants, Budgets, Waste
Education
Arizona State University 2000 — 2002
Master's Degree, Journalism and Mass Communication
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Communications and Education
City of Urbana, Illinois August 2002 - Present
The News-Gazette May 2001 - August 2001
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency June 1999 - August 1999
Skills
Writing, Public Relations, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Sustainability, Community Outreach, Recycling, Local Government, Program Development, Environmental Education, Environmental Awareness, Grant Writing, Policy, Grants, Budgets, Waste
Education
Arizona State University 2000 — 2002
Master's Degree, Journalism and Mass Communication
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Communications and Education
Ryan Segovich's The News-Gazette Experience February 2007 - April 2008
Job Experienced SEO Content Creator, Strategist
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Chamberlain College of Nursing February 2014 - Present
Presence Health January 2014 - February 2014
Tech Image January 2012 - November 2013
Windy City Novelties, Inc. November 2010 - January 2012
KnowledgeShift July 2010 - October 2010
Schofield Media March 2010 - May 2010
Darden Restaurants February 2009 - February 2010
Sourcebooks August 2008 - November 2008
The News-Gazette February 2007 - April 2008
Tribune Broadcasting November 2006 - February 2007
Skills
Blogging, Press Releases, Social Media, SEO, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Media Relations, Facebook, Publicity, Editing, YouTube, New Media, Copywriting, Online Marketing, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Writing, Customer Service, Content Generation, Journalism, Radio, Email Marketing, Content Management, Strategic Communications, B2B, Team Management, Web Content Management, Creative Writing, Marketing Communications, Crisis Communications, Video, Wordpress, Social Networking Sites, Social Media Measurement, Advertising, Customer Relations, Social Media Monitoring, Photography, Content Strategy, Editorial, Web Analytics, Creative Direction, Content Marketing, Content Development, Integrated Marketing, Digital Marketing, Digital Media
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2014 — 2017
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2003 — 2006
Bachelors, Communications, Sociology
Illinois State University 2001 — 2003
General
Chamberlain College of Nursing February 2014 - Present
Presence Health January 2014 - February 2014
Tech Image January 2012 - November 2013
Windy City Novelties, Inc. November 2010 - January 2012
KnowledgeShift July 2010 - October 2010
Schofield Media March 2010 - May 2010
Darden Restaurants February 2009 - February 2010
Sourcebooks August 2008 - November 2008
The News-Gazette February 2007 - April 2008
Tribune Broadcasting November 2006 - February 2007
Skills
Blogging, Press Releases, Social Media, SEO, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Media Relations, Facebook, Publicity, Editing, YouTube, New Media, Copywriting, Online Marketing, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Writing, Customer Service, Content Generation, Journalism, Radio, Email Marketing, Content Management, Strategic Communications, B2B, Team Management, Web Content Management, Creative Writing, Marketing Communications, Crisis Communications, Video, Wordpress, Social Networking Sites, Social Media Measurement, Advertising, Customer Relations, Social Media Monitoring, Photography, Content Strategy, Editorial, Web Analytics, Creative Direction, Content Marketing, Content Development, Integrated Marketing, Digital Marketing, Digital Media
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2014 — 2017
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2003 — 2006
Bachelors, Communications, Sociology
Illinois State University 2001 — 2003
General
Heather Hoover Heather Hoover's The News-Gazette Experience March 2010 - April 2011
Job Life Enrichment Coordinator at Bridle Brook Adult Community,LLC
Industry Banking
Experience
Bridle Brook Adult Community,LLC March 2015 - Present
First Midwest Bank September 2014 - March 2015
Busey September 2011 - September 2014
The News-Gazette March 2010 - April 2011
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2011 - 2011
Skills
Customer Service, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Community Outreach, Administrative Work, Project Management, Volunteer Management, Human Resources, Troubleshooting, Recruiting, Time Management, Social Media, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Management, Advertising, Administration, Facebook, Research, Leadership, Editing
Education
Parkland College
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Business/Commerce, General (still studying)
Bridle Brook Adult Community,LLC March 2015 - Present
First Midwest Bank September 2014 - March 2015
Busey September 2011 - September 2014
The News-Gazette March 2010 - April 2011
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2011 - 2011
Skills
Customer Service, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Community Outreach, Administrative Work, Project Management, Volunteer Management, Human Resources, Troubleshooting, Recruiting, Time Management, Social Media, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Management, Advertising, Administration, Facebook, Research, Leadership, Editing
Education
Parkland College
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Business/Commerce, General (still studying)
Holley Ayres-Nicely Holley Ayres-Nicely's The News-Gazette Experience June 2012 - October 2012
Job Travel Professional at World Travel Holdings
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
World Travel Holdings November 2012 - Present
The News-Gazette June 2012 - October 2012
Rent-A-Center March 2011 - June 2012
Skills
Advertising, News Writing, Feature Articles, Blogging, Travel Management, Sales, Travel Planning, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Cruise Lines, Cruise Planning, Phone Etiquette, Customer Engagement, Leisure Travel, Adventure Travel, Cruises, Hospitality, Social Media Marketing, Sabre, Hotels, Management, Marketing, Tourism
Education
Dabney S Lancaster Community College 2001 — 2002
Rockbridge County HS 1996 — 2000
High School Diploma, General Studies
World Travel Holdings November 2012 - Present
The News-Gazette June 2012 - October 2012
Rent-A-Center March 2011 - June 2012
Skills
Advertising, News Writing, Feature Articles, Blogging, Travel Management, Sales, Travel Planning, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Cruise Lines, Cruise Planning, Phone Etiquette, Customer Engagement, Leisure Travel, Adventure Travel, Cruises, Hospitality, Social Media Marketing, Sabre, Hotels, Management, Marketing, Tourism
Education
Dabney S Lancaster Community College 2001 — 2002
Rockbridge County HS 1996 — 2000
High School Diploma, General Studies
Sara Latta Sara Latta's The News-Gazette Experience 2009 - Present
Job Writer and children's book author at Freelance
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
The News-Gazette 2009 - Present
Freelance 1991 - Present
Richland Community College June 2010 - June 2012
Freelance 1993 - 2011
American Oil Chemists' Society 1990 - 1992
University of Chicago Hospitals 1986 - 1988
Skills
writing, editing, Teaching English, teaching writing, Editing, Writing, Teaching Writing, Publications, Books, Non-fiction, Storytelling, Teaching English as a..., Newsletters, Teaching, Curriculum Design, Tutoring, Literature, Published Author, Creative Writing, Proofreading, Manuscript, Copy Editing, Publishing
Education
Lesley University 2004 — 2006
M.F.A., Creative Writing
University of Chicago 1983 — 1985
M.S., Immunology
University of Kansas 1979 — 1983
B.A., English, Microbiology
The News-Gazette 2009 - Present
Freelance 1991 - Present
Richland Community College June 2010 - June 2012
Freelance 1993 - 2011
American Oil Chemists' Society 1990 - 1992
University of Chicago Hospitals 1986 - 1988
Skills
writing, editing, Teaching English, teaching writing, Editing, Writing, Teaching Writing, Publications, Books, Non-fiction, Storytelling, Teaching English as a..., Newsletters, Teaching, Curriculum Design, Tutoring, Literature, Published Author, Creative Writing, Proofreading, Manuscript, Copy Editing, Publishing
Education
Lesley University 2004 — 2006
M.F.A., Creative Writing
University of Chicago 1983 — 1985
M.S., Immunology
University of Kansas 1979 — 1983
B.A., English, Microbiology
Michael Swann Michael Swann's The News-Gazette Experience September 2008 - June 2010
Job Advertising Director at KPC Media Group Inc.
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
KPC Media Group Inc. May 2015 - Present
Comcast Spotlight September 2013 - April 2015
Lincoln Courier February 2012 - July 2013
Lincoln Courier February 2012 - July 2012
The News-Gazette September 2008 - June 2010
Herald and Review 2007 - 2008
The Hour 2006 - 2007
Lancaster Newspapers, Inc. August 1988 - April 2006
Skills
Sales Management, Customer Service, Advertising, Account Management, Online Advertising, Media Sales, Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Sales, Digital Media, Advertising Sales, Marketing Strategy, Cold Calling, Marketing, Social Networking, Multimedia, Online Marketing, New Business Development, Magazines, Negotiation, Public Speaking, Leadership, Management, Team Building, B2B, Training, Advertising Management, Salesforce.com, Budgets, Marketing Communications, Facebook, Public Relations, SEO, Customer Satisfaction, Event Planning, CRM, Digital Marketing, Media Planning, Sales Presentations, Publishing, Copywriting, Lead Generation, Media Buying, Press Releases, Media Relations, Blogging
Education
Chaffey College 1976 — 1977
Business Administration and Management, General, 3.5
Citrus Jr. College 1974 — 1976
Associate of Arts (AA), Business Administration and Management, General
KPC Media Group Inc. May 2015 - Present
Comcast Spotlight September 2013 - April 2015
Lincoln Courier February 2012 - July 2013
Lincoln Courier February 2012 - July 2012
The News-Gazette September 2008 - June 2010
Herald and Review 2007 - 2008
The Hour 2006 - 2007
Lancaster Newspapers, Inc. August 1988 - April 2006
Skills
Sales Management, Customer Service, Advertising, Account Management, Online Advertising, Media Sales, Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Sales, Digital Media, Advertising Sales, Marketing Strategy, Cold Calling, Marketing, Social Networking, Multimedia, Online Marketing, New Business Development, Magazines, Negotiation, Public Speaking, Leadership, Management, Team Building, B2B, Training, Advertising Management, Salesforce.com, Budgets, Marketing Communications, Facebook, Public Relations, SEO, Customer Satisfaction, Event Planning, CRM, Digital Marketing, Media Planning, Sales Presentations, Publishing, Copywriting, Lead Generation, Media Buying, Press Releases, Media Relations, Blogging
Education
Chaffey College 1976 — 1977
Business Administration and Management, General, 3.5
Citrus Jr. College 1974 — 1976
Associate of Arts (AA), Business Administration and Management, General
Cara Day Cara Day's The News-Gazette Experience January 2006 - September 2008
Job Seminar Coordinator at University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign
Industry Higher Education
Experience
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2012 - Present
Johnny Robinson Productions September 2013 - Present
Fusion Event Staffing April 2009 - Present
Illinois Radio Reader April 2000 - November 2012
Rich King Casting December 2010 - December 2010
Heartless Productions July 2010 - July 2010
Shatterglass Studios March 2010 - March 2010
Meathouse Production December 2008 - December 2008
51 Minds LLC September 2008 - September 2008
The News-Gazette January 2006 - September 2008
Skills
Film, Commercials, Broadcast, Voice Over, Photography, Documentaries, Radio, Marketing, Advertising, Email Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Editing, Marketing Strategy, Short Films, B2B2C, Multi-skilled, User Experience, User-centered Design, Experiential Events, Customer Service, E-Learning, Film Production, Invoicing, Layout, Team Leadership, Team Building, Strategic Partnerships, Volunteer Management, SEM
Education
Createasphere 2010 — 2010
Certificate of Completion, 3D Film Production
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale 1984 — 1987
B.S., Speech Comm, Public Relations, Marketing
Eureka College 1982 — 1984
Business
Self-study
electric vehicles, physics, social marketing, fundraising, development, stock trading
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2012 - Present
Johnny Robinson Productions September 2013 - Present
Fusion Event Staffing April 2009 - Present
Illinois Radio Reader April 2000 - November 2012
Rich King Casting December 2010 - December 2010
Heartless Productions July 2010 - July 2010
Shatterglass Studios March 2010 - March 2010
Meathouse Production December 2008 - December 2008
51 Minds LLC September 2008 - September 2008
The News-Gazette January 2006 - September 2008
Skills
Film, Commercials, Broadcast, Voice Over, Photography, Documentaries, Radio, Marketing, Advertising, Email Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Editing, Marketing Strategy, Short Films, B2B2C, Multi-skilled, User Experience, User-centered Design, Experiential Events, Customer Service, E-Learning, Film Production, Invoicing, Layout, Team Leadership, Team Building, Strategic Partnerships, Volunteer Management, SEM
Education
Createasphere 2010 — 2010
Certificate of Completion, 3D Film Production
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale 1984 — 1987
B.S., Speech Comm, Public Relations, Marketing
Eureka College 1982 — 1984
Business
Self-study
electric vehicles, physics, social marketing, fundraising, development, stock trading
Tom Rochford Tom Rochford's The News-Gazette Experience 1996 - 1997
Job Chief Financial Officer @ Northern Building Supply, LLC
Industry Building Materials
Experience
Northern Building Supply January 2012 - Present
Traverse City Record-Eagle January 2009 - June 2011
Tellurex Corporation October 2007 - January 2009
Cherry Growers, Inc. July 1997 - July 2007
Great Lakes Children's Museum 2001 - 2003
The News-Gazette 1996 - 1997
KPMG Peat Marwick 1983 - 1996
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Banking 1980 - 1982
Illinois Department of Insurance, Public Pension Division 1978 - 1980
Skills
Accounting, Financial Modeling, Cost Accounting, Mergers & Acquisitions, Cash Management, GAAP, CPA, Financial Reporting, Income Tax, Financial Analysis, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Corporate Tax, Tax, Payroll, QuickBooks, Finance, Forecasting, Auditing, Internal Controls, Retail, Budgets, Tax Preparation, Strategic Financial...
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1974 — 1978
Bachelor, Finance
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
CPA, Certified Public Accounting Certificate
Northern Building Supply January 2012 - Present
Traverse City Record-Eagle January 2009 - June 2011
Tellurex Corporation October 2007 - January 2009
Cherry Growers, Inc. July 1997 - July 2007
Great Lakes Children's Museum 2001 - 2003
The News-Gazette 1996 - 1997
KPMG Peat Marwick 1983 - 1996
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Banking 1980 - 1982
Illinois Department of Insurance, Public Pension Division 1978 - 1980
Skills
Accounting, Financial Modeling, Cost Accounting, Mergers & Acquisitions, Cash Management, GAAP, CPA, Financial Reporting, Income Tax, Financial Analysis, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Corporate Tax, Tax, Payroll, QuickBooks, Finance, Forecasting, Auditing, Internal Controls, Retail, Budgets, Tax Preparation, Strategic Financial...
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1974 — 1978
Bachelor, Finance
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
CPA, Certified Public Accounting Certificate
Beth Homicz Beth Homicz's The News-Gazette Experience September 2015 - Present
Job Staff Writer at The NewsGazette
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
The News-Gazette September 2015 - Present
Juicy Press June 2013 - Present
AMC's Best Day Hikes Near Washington DC January 2010 - Present
Historical fiction July 2008 - Present
Lexington and the Rockbridge Area Tourism July 2012 - February 2013
The Murawski Group, LLC May 2011 - May 2012
WorldPass Travel Group January 1997 - June 2010
Self-Employed July 2007 - December 2009
New World Tours, Inc. September 2002 - August 2006
Guide Service of Washington, Inc. March 1994 - June 1996
Skills
Destination Marketing, Tourism Management, Published Author, Training Facilitation, Strategic Communications, Marketing Communications, Crisis Communications, Media Relations, Trade Media Relations, Consumer Media Relations, Grant Writing, Press Release..., Trade Shows, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Strategic Partnerships, New Business Development, Corporate Communications, Event Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Advertising, Online Advertising, Public Relations, Freelance Writing, Blogging, Publishing, Editing, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Newsletters, Research, Market Research, Public Speaking, Teaching, Coaching, Negotiation, Tourism, Hospitality, Customer Service, Microsoft Office
Education
Georgetown University 1986 — 1990
BSLA, Foreign Language, American Government, Teacher Preparation
Cayce/Reilly School of Massotherapy 2006 — 2007
CMT, Massage Therapy & Bodywork
The News-Gazette September 2015 - Present
Juicy Press June 2013 - Present
AMC's Best Day Hikes Near Washington DC January 2010 - Present
Historical fiction July 2008 - Present
Lexington and the Rockbridge Area Tourism July 2012 - February 2013
The Murawski Group, LLC May 2011 - May 2012
WorldPass Travel Group January 1997 - June 2010
Self-Employed July 2007 - December 2009
New World Tours, Inc. September 2002 - August 2006
Guide Service of Washington, Inc. March 1994 - June 1996
Skills
Destination Marketing, Tourism Management, Published Author, Training Facilitation, Strategic Communications, Marketing Communications, Crisis Communications, Media Relations, Trade Media Relations, Consumer Media Relations, Grant Writing, Press Release..., Trade Shows, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Strategic Partnerships, New Business Development, Corporate Communications, Event Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Advertising, Online Advertising, Public Relations, Freelance Writing, Blogging, Publishing, Editing, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Newsletters, Research, Market Research, Public Speaking, Teaching, Coaching, Negotiation, Tourism, Hospitality, Customer Service, Microsoft Office
Education
Georgetown University 1986 — 1990
BSLA, Foreign Language, American Government, Teacher Preparation
Cayce/Reilly School of Massotherapy 2006 — 2007
CMT, Massage Therapy & Bodywork
Anthony DiPietro Anthony DiPietro's The News-Gazette Experience January 2015 - July 2015
Job B2B Outside Consultant
Industry Business Supplies and Equipment
Experience
Staples Advantage August 2015 - Present
The News-Gazette January 2015 - July 2015
The News-Gazette July 2011 - January 2015
Illinois State University August 2007 - May 2009
Henderson County Schools August 2006 - July 2007
Skills
Teaching, Public Speaking, Tutoring, Social Networking, Event Planning, Customer Service, Account Management, Typing, Microsoft Office, Curriculum Design, Educational Technology, Lesson Planning, PowerPoint, Advertising Sales, Online Advertising, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Branding & Identity, Windows 7, Apple OS, Direct Sales, Interpersonal..., Hiring Personnel, Employee Training, Newsletter Production, Project Planning, Retail Sales, Highly Detailed, New Business Development, New Business Generation
Education
Illinois State University 2007 — 2009
Master of Arts (M.A.), History
Murray State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History, Secondary Education
Henderson County High School 1997 — 2000
High School Diploma
Staples Advantage August 2015 - Present
The News-Gazette January 2015 - July 2015
The News-Gazette July 2011 - January 2015
Illinois State University August 2007 - May 2009
Henderson County Schools August 2006 - July 2007
Skills
Teaching, Public Speaking, Tutoring, Social Networking, Event Planning, Customer Service, Account Management, Typing, Microsoft Office, Curriculum Design, Educational Technology, Lesson Planning, PowerPoint, Advertising Sales, Online Advertising, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Branding & Identity, Windows 7, Apple OS, Direct Sales, Interpersonal..., Hiring Personnel, Employee Training, Newsletter Production, Project Planning, Retail Sales, Highly Detailed, New Business Development, New Business Generation
Education
Illinois State University 2007 — 2009
Master of Arts (M.A.), History
Murray State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History, Secondary Education
Henderson County High School 1997 — 2000
High School Diploma
Laura Henneman Laura Henneman's The News-Gazette Experience June 2009 - August 2009
Job Law Clerk at Corboy & Demetrio, P.C.
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Corboy & Demetrio, P.C. May 2014 - Present
Cook County State's Attorney's Office July 2013 - May 2014
Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth September 2010 - October 2012
Kutak Rock June 2010 - August 2010
The News-Gazette June 2009 - August 2009
Henneman Engineering, Inc. June 2006 - August 2009
Skills
Legal Writing, Legal Research, Westlaw, Research, Public Speaking, Editing, Higher Education, Microsoft Office, Litigation, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Spanish
Education
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology 2012 — 2015
Juris Doctor, 1L
Roosevelt University 2010 — 2011
Paralegal Certificate, with honors, Legal Assistant/Paralegal
University of Colorado at Boulder 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science in Journalism, Major: Advertising, Minor: Political Science
Corboy & Demetrio, P.C. May 2014 - Present
Cook County State's Attorney's Office July 2013 - May 2014
Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth September 2010 - October 2012
Kutak Rock June 2010 - August 2010
The News-Gazette June 2009 - August 2009
Henneman Engineering, Inc. June 2006 - August 2009
Skills
Legal Writing, Legal Research, Westlaw, Research, Public Speaking, Editing, Higher Education, Microsoft Office, Litigation, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Spanish
Education
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology 2012 — 2015
Juris Doctor, 1L
Roosevelt University 2010 — 2011
Paralegal Certificate, with honors, Legal Assistant/Paralegal
University of Colorado at Boulder 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science in Journalism, Major: Advertising, Minor: Political Science
Isaac Norris's The News-Gazette Experience April 2005 - July 2009
Job Writing Consultant at University of Houston
Industry Higher Education
Experience
University of Houston January 2015 - August 2015
Scribe America April 2015 - July 2015
Starbucks September 2014 - April 2015
Starbucks March 2014 - September 2014
University of Houston June 2013 - August 2013
University of Houston August 2012 - December 2012
Champaign Park District May 2011 - August 2011
Champaign Park District May 2010 - August 2010
The News-Gazette April 2005 - July 2009
Curtis Orchard July 2008 - November 2008
Skills
Research, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Graphic Design, Editing, Technical Writing, PowerPoint, Social Media, Community Outreach, Facebook, Microsoft Word, Photoshop, Social Networking
Education
University of Houston 2010 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biology, General
University of Houston 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Biology, General, 3.68 GPA
University of Houston January 2015 - August 2015
Scribe America April 2015 - July 2015
Starbucks September 2014 - April 2015
Starbucks March 2014 - September 2014
University of Houston June 2013 - August 2013
University of Houston August 2012 - December 2012
Champaign Park District May 2011 - August 2011
Champaign Park District May 2010 - August 2010
The News-Gazette April 2005 - July 2009
Curtis Orchard July 2008 - November 2008
Skills
Research, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Graphic Design, Editing, Technical Writing, PowerPoint, Social Media, Community Outreach, Facebook, Microsoft Word, Photoshop, Social Networking
Education
University of Houston 2010 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biology, General
University of Houston 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Biology, General, 3.68 GPA
ralph roether 3 ralph roether 3's The News-Gazette Experience February 1994 - February 1997
Job Graphic Designer Illustrator at R3 Design and Illustration
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
R3 Graphic Design and Illustration February 2015 - Present
Horizon Hobby, Inc April 1999 - February 2015
BankIllinois, Champaign, IL February 1997 - April 1999
The News-Gazette February 1994 - February 1997
Skills
Illustration, Photoshop, Typography, Graphic Design, Painting, Layout, Corporate Identity, Brochures, Adobe Creative Suite, Logo Design, Advertising, Copywriting, Newsletters, InDesign, Illustrator, Web Design, Posters, Packaging, QuarkXPress, Visual Communication, Creative Direction, Catalogs, Photography, Art Direction, Branding & Identity, Graphics, Mac, Adobe Acrobat, Corporate Branding, User Interface Design, Concept Development, Brand Development, Flyers, Collateral, Business Cards
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1989 — 1992
BA in Graphic Design, Graphic Design
Rend Lake College, Ina, IL 1987 — 1989
Associate Art Degree, Art
sesser
R3 Graphic Design and Illustration February 2015 - Present
Horizon Hobby, Inc April 1999 - February 2015
BankIllinois, Champaign, IL February 1997 - April 1999
The News-Gazette February 1994 - February 1997
Skills
Illustration, Photoshop, Typography, Graphic Design, Painting, Layout, Corporate Identity, Brochures, Adobe Creative Suite, Logo Design, Advertising, Copywriting, Newsletters, InDesign, Illustrator, Web Design, Posters, Packaging, QuarkXPress, Visual Communication, Creative Direction, Catalogs, Photography, Art Direction, Branding & Identity, Graphics, Mac, Adobe Acrobat, Corporate Branding, User Interface Design, Concept Development, Brand Development, Flyers, Collateral, Business Cards
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1989 — 1992
BA in Graphic Design, Graphic Design
Rend Lake College, Ina, IL 1987 — 1989
Associate Art Degree, Art
sesser
Crystal Ligon, M.Ed., NCC Crystal Ligon, M.Ed., NCC's The News-Gazette Experience December 2007 - June 2011
Job Engineering Career Counselor
Industry Higher Education
Experience
University of Colorado Boulder June 2015 - Present
Front Range Community College November 2013 - June 2015
Colorado State University August 2014 - May 2015
University of Colorado Boulder August 2013 - August 2014
Colorado State University August 2013 - May 2014
Colorado State University August 2013 - December 2013
Colorado State University August 2013 - December 2013
Fort Collins Coloradoan October 2011 - August 2012
Hand Up Cooperative September 2011 - July 2012
The News-Gazette December 2007 - June 2011
Skills
Editing, Press Releases, Publications, Facebook, Newspapers, Marketing, Copywriting, Career Counseling, News Writing, Magazines, Journalism, Storytelling, Interviews, Career Development, AP Style, Cover Letters, Advertising, Career Assessment, Newsletters, Feature Articles, Photography, Social Networking, Content Management, Newspaper Design, Social Media, Web Content, Resume Writing, Job Search Strategies, Adobe InDesign, Social Media Marketing, Interview Preparation, Job Search, Blogging, Public Speaking, Leadership, Community Outreach, Higher Education, Program Development, Writing, Research, Academic Advising, Student Development
Education
Colorado State University 2012 — 2014
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Education and Human Resource Studies, Counseling and Career Development
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2005 — 2007
BS, Journalism
University of Colorado Boulder June 2015 - Present
Front Range Community College November 2013 - June 2015
Colorado State University August 2014 - May 2015
University of Colorado Boulder August 2013 - August 2014
Colorado State University August 2013 - May 2014
Colorado State University August 2013 - December 2013
Colorado State University August 2013 - December 2013
Fort Collins Coloradoan October 2011 - August 2012
Hand Up Cooperative September 2011 - July 2012
The News-Gazette December 2007 - June 2011
Skills
Editing, Press Releases, Publications, Facebook, Newspapers, Marketing, Copywriting, Career Counseling, News Writing, Magazines, Journalism, Storytelling, Interviews, Career Development, AP Style, Cover Letters, Advertising, Career Assessment, Newsletters, Feature Articles, Photography, Social Networking, Content Management, Newspaper Design, Social Media, Web Content, Resume Writing, Job Search Strategies, Adobe InDesign, Social Media Marketing, Interview Preparation, Job Search, Blogging, Public Speaking, Leadership, Community Outreach, Higher Education, Program Development, Writing, Research, Academic Advising, Student Development
Education
Colorado State University 2012 — 2014
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Education and Human Resource Studies, Counseling and Career Development
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2005 — 2007
BS, Journalism
Jennifer Follis Jennifer Follis's The News-Gazette Experience June 1981 - June 1986
Job Lecturer in Journalism at University of Illinois
Industry Higher Education
Experience
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1986 - Present
World Vision 2009 - Present
University of Illinois 1986 - Present
The News-Gazette June 1981 - June 1986
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1978 — 1981
M.S., Journalism
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1986 - Present
World Vision 2009 - Present
University of Illinois 1986 - Present
The News-Gazette June 1981 - June 1986
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1978 — 1981
M.S., Journalism
Victor Miely Victor Miely's The News-Gazette Experience August 2012 - May 2014
Job Educational Video Editor at CITL/ATLAS University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
CITL/ATLAS University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign May 2014 - Present
Freelance Videography and Photography January 2012 - Present
WCIA-TV Channel 3 News February 2014 - May 2014
The News-Gazette August 2012 - May 2014
Roselawn Productions, Ltd. October 2011 - February 2012
Dreamscape Cinema July 2011 - December 2011
PREPA.R.E., Inc. January 2006 - August 2007
Attorneys' Title Guaranty Fund December 2005 - January 2006
Skills
Illustrator, Photoshop, SketchUp, After Effects, Photography, Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Audition, Microsoft Office, AutoCAD Architecture, Revit, Final Cut Pro, Videography, Video Production, InDesign, Premiere, Video Editing, Adobe Creative Suite, Editing, Video, Post Production, Film Production
Education
Miami University 2008 — 2011
Master, Architecture
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2004 — 2008
Bachelor, Architectural Studies
CITL/ATLAS University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign May 2014 - Present
Freelance Videography and Photography January 2012 - Present
WCIA-TV Channel 3 News February 2014 - May 2014
The News-Gazette August 2012 - May 2014
Roselawn Productions, Ltd. October 2011 - February 2012
Dreamscape Cinema July 2011 - December 2011
PREPA.R.E., Inc. January 2006 - August 2007
Attorneys' Title Guaranty Fund December 2005 - January 2006
Skills
Illustrator, Photoshop, SketchUp, After Effects, Photography, Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Audition, Microsoft Office, AutoCAD Architecture, Revit, Final Cut Pro, Videography, Video Production, InDesign, Premiere, Video Editing, Adobe Creative Suite, Editing, Video, Post Production, Film Production
Education
Miami University 2008 — 2011
Master, Architecture
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2004 — 2008
Bachelor, Architectural Studies
Cassandra Schowengerdt Cassandra Schowengerdt's The News-Gazette Experience March 2014 - Present
Job Marketing Director at The NewsGazette
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The News-Gazette March 2014 - Present
The News-Gazette September 2012 - March 2014
The News-Gazette August 2010 - September 2012
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Marketing Research, Copywriting, Advertising, Marketing, Cold Calling, Media Planning, Digital Marketing
Education
Illinois State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing
The News-Gazette March 2014 - Present
The News-Gazette September 2012 - March 2014
The News-Gazette August 2010 - September 2012
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Marketing Research, Copywriting, Advertising, Marketing, Cold Calling, Media Planning, Digital Marketing
Education
Illinois State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing
Katrina Olson Katrina Olson's The News-Gazette Experience December 1988 - December 1989
Job Marketing and PR veteran, strategic planner, content developer, social media enthusiast, and seasoned teacher/trainer.
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Natl Assn of Electrical Distributors 2003 - Present
Katrina Olson Strategic Communications December 2001 - Present
University of Illiniois August 2005 - August 2015
Parkland College January 2005 - May 2008
Katrina Olson Strategic Communications 2000 - 2008
St. Louis Community College January 2002 - January 2004
Krueger Marketing Associates, Inc. June 1995 - December 2001
Worden-Martin, Inc. September 1992 - June 1995
The Marcom Group April 1989 - September 1992
The News-Gazette December 1988 - December 1989
Skills
Public Relations, Crisis Communications, Issues Management, Strategic..., Copy Development, Talking Points, Writing Newsletters, Advertising, Journalism, Media Relations, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Marketing Strategy, Copywriting, Internal Communications, Strategic Communications, Social Media, Writing, Publicity, Newsletters, Editing, Community Relations, Reputation Management, Speech Writing, Blogging, Strategic Planning, Publications, Brochures, Message Development, Creative Development, Crisis Management, Copy Editing, Communications Strategy, Teaching, Integrated Marketing, Strategy, Creative Direction, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Leadership, Nonprofits, Media Planning, Creative Strategy, Public Speaking, Training, Social Networking, Workshop Facilitation, Lecturing
Education
Webster University 2001 — 2003
MA, Media Communications
University of Wisconsin-Madison - School of Business 1998 — 2000
Certificate in Marketing Excellence, Marketing
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1985 — 1988
Bachelor of Science (BS), Advertising
Natl Assn of Electrical Distributors 2003 - Present
Katrina Olson Strategic Communications December 2001 - Present
University of Illiniois August 2005 - August 2015
Parkland College January 2005 - May 2008
Katrina Olson Strategic Communications 2000 - 2008
St. Louis Community College January 2002 - January 2004
Krueger Marketing Associates, Inc. June 1995 - December 2001
Worden-Martin, Inc. September 1992 - June 1995
The Marcom Group April 1989 - September 1992
The News-Gazette December 1988 - December 1989
Skills
Public Relations, Crisis Communications, Issues Management, Strategic..., Copy Development, Talking Points, Writing Newsletters, Advertising, Journalism, Media Relations, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Marketing Strategy, Copywriting, Internal Communications, Strategic Communications, Social Media, Writing, Publicity, Newsletters, Editing, Community Relations, Reputation Management, Speech Writing, Blogging, Strategic Planning, Publications, Brochures, Message Development, Creative Development, Crisis Management, Copy Editing, Communications Strategy, Teaching, Integrated Marketing, Strategy, Creative Direction, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Leadership, Nonprofits, Media Planning, Creative Strategy, Public Speaking, Training, Social Networking, Workshop Facilitation, Lecturing
Education
Webster University 2001 — 2003
MA, Media Communications
University of Wisconsin-Madison - School of Business 1998 — 2000
Certificate in Marketing Excellence, Marketing
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1985 — 1988
Bachelor of Science (BS), Advertising
Sarah Bresnahan's The News-Gazette Experience November 2010 - January 2011
Job Future English Teacher
Industry Education Management
Experience
Illinois Allstars May 2015 - July 2015
The Giving Tree Family of Schools September 2014 - June 2015
Xerox May 2013 - August 2014
Family Video August 2012 - March 2013
Herald & Review March 2011 - February 2012
Consolidated Communications January 2011 - March 2011
The News-Gazette November 2010 - January 2011
The Daily Eastern News August 2007 - May 2010
Skills
Ap Style, Journalism, Blogging, Editing, InDesign, Newspaper Design, Copy Editing, Facebook, Social Media, News Writing, Newspaper, Photoshop, Social Networking, Copywriting, Photography, QuarkXPress, Newspapers, Publications, Customer Service, AP Style, Feature Articles
Education
Northern Illinois University 2015 — 2018
Teacher Certification, English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Eastern Illinois University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism; Editing
College of DuPage 2005 — 2007
Journalism and Mass Communications
Northern Illinois University 2004 — 2005
Pre-Music Education
Illinois Allstars May 2015 - July 2015
The Giving Tree Family of Schools September 2014 - June 2015
Xerox May 2013 - August 2014
Family Video August 2012 - March 2013
Herald & Review March 2011 - February 2012
Consolidated Communications January 2011 - March 2011
The News-Gazette November 2010 - January 2011
The Daily Eastern News August 2007 - May 2010
Skills
Ap Style, Journalism, Blogging, Editing, InDesign, Newspaper Design, Copy Editing, Facebook, Social Media, News Writing, Newspaper, Photoshop, Social Networking, Copywriting, Photography, QuarkXPress, Newspapers, Publications, Customer Service, AP Style, Feature Articles
Education
Northern Illinois University 2015 — 2018
Teacher Certification, English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Eastern Illinois University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism; Editing
College of DuPage 2005 — 2007
Journalism and Mass Communications
Northern Illinois University 2004 — 2005
Pre-Music Education
Brett Clifton's The News-Gazette Experience November 2005 - September 2007
Job Coordinator of Specialized Academic Programs College of Media at the University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign
Industry Higher Education
Experience
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign February 2015 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign January 2012 - February 2015
University of Illinois November 2005 - January 2012
The News-Gazette November 2005 - September 2007
Starcom MediaVest Group July 2005 - November 2005
Starcom MediaVest Group February 2003 - July 2005
Starcom MediaVest Group July 2000 - February 2003
Starcom MediaVest Group June 1998 - July 2000
University Daily Kansan Newspaper August 1997 - May 1998
Education
The University of Kansas 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science, Journalism, Business Communications
Topeka West High School
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign February 2015 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign January 2012 - February 2015
University of Illinois November 2005 - January 2012
The News-Gazette November 2005 - September 2007
Starcom MediaVest Group July 2005 - November 2005
Starcom MediaVest Group February 2003 - July 2005
Starcom MediaVest Group July 2000 - February 2003
Starcom MediaVest Group June 1998 - July 2000
University Daily Kansan Newspaper August 1997 - May 1998
Education
The University of Kansas 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science, Journalism, Business Communications
Topeka West High School
Cathleen Carnahan Cathleen Carnahan's The News-Gazette Experience January 2006 - February 2007
Job Apparel & Fashion Professional
Industry Apparel & Fashion
Experience
Ducky's Formal Wear January 2014 - May 2014
Bergner's November 2013 - December 2013
The News-Gazette January 2006 - February 2007
Skills
Sales, Fashion Buying, Fashion, Retail, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Apparel
Education
Virginia Commonwealth University 2015 — 2018
Fashion Merchandising, Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2014 — 2015
Fashion Merchandising, Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 2013 — 2013
Fashion/Apparel Design
Ducky's Formal Wear January 2014 - May 2014
Bergner's November 2013 - December 2013
The News-Gazette January 2006 - February 2007
Skills
Sales, Fashion Buying, Fashion, Retail, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Apparel
Education
Virginia Commonwealth University 2015 — 2018
Fashion Merchandising, Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2014 — 2015
Fashion Merchandising, Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 2013 — 2013
Fashion/Apparel Design
Jacob Slesinski's The News-Gazette Experience August 2008 - May 2009
Job Accountant at HERE, a Nokia company
Industry Accounting
Experience
HERE, a Nokia company August 2013 - Present
U.S. Junior Nationals May 2008 - August 2013
Volunteer Income Tax Association January 2012 - April 2013
Carle Foundation Hospital June 2012 - August 2012
The News-Gazette August 2008 - May 2009
Education
Illinois State University 2011 — 2013
Bachelor’s Degree, Accounting
HERE, a Nokia company August 2013 - Present
U.S. Junior Nationals May 2008 - August 2013
Volunteer Income Tax Association January 2012 - April 2013
Carle Foundation Hospital June 2012 - August 2012
The News-Gazette August 2008 - May 2009
Education
Illinois State University 2011 — 2013
Bachelor’s Degree, Accounting
Josh Beckman Josh Beckman's The News-Gazette Experience January 2012 - May 2012
Job VP Engineering at ThreadMeUp
Industry Computer Software
Experience
ThreadMeUp January 2015 - Present
Freelance Visual Journalist May 2012 - Present
Aggrego/Wrapports December 2013 - December 2014
Wrapports/Aggrego May 2012 - December 2013
The Northwest Herald November 2011 - August 2012
Illini Emergency Medical Service September 2008 - June 2012
The News-Gazette January 2012 - May 2012
The Assembly Hall/UIUC August 2010 - May 2012
Illini Media August 2009 - May 2012
Shaw Suburban Media June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Photography, Photojournalism, Multimedia, Video, Visual Communication, Photoshop, Photo Editor, Editorial Photography, Journalism, HTML, HTML 5, Dreamweaver, PHP, Amazon Web Services..., CSS, CSS3, JavaScript, Web Design, SEO, Wordpress, Portrait Photography, Ruby on Rails, Wedding Photojournalism, Wedding Photography, Video Editing, Audio Editing, Python, Final Cut Pro, Photo Mechanic, Photo Essays, Event Photography, Writing, Neuroscience, Medicine, Social Media, Emergency Management, Emergency Medicine, Emergency Planning, Documentary Photography, Mobile Design, Lighting, Web Development, Web Analytics, Hyperlocal, Wordpress Development, Growth Hacking, Flask, Ruby, Node.js, Graphic Design
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), The Neurological Mind, 3.6
ThreadMeUp January 2015 - Present
Freelance Visual Journalist May 2012 - Present
Aggrego/Wrapports December 2013 - December 2014
Wrapports/Aggrego May 2012 - December 2013
The Northwest Herald November 2011 - August 2012
Illini Emergency Medical Service September 2008 - June 2012
The News-Gazette January 2012 - May 2012
The Assembly Hall/UIUC August 2010 - May 2012
Illini Media August 2009 - May 2012
Shaw Suburban Media June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Photography, Photojournalism, Multimedia, Video, Visual Communication, Photoshop, Photo Editor, Editorial Photography, Journalism, HTML, HTML 5, Dreamweaver, PHP, Amazon Web Services..., CSS, CSS3, JavaScript, Web Design, SEO, Wordpress, Portrait Photography, Ruby on Rails, Wedding Photojournalism, Wedding Photography, Video Editing, Audio Editing, Python, Final Cut Pro, Photo Mechanic, Photo Essays, Event Photography, Writing, Neuroscience, Medicine, Social Media, Emergency Management, Emergency Medicine, Emergency Planning, Documentary Photography, Mobile Design, Lighting, Web Development, Web Analytics, Hyperlocal, Wordpress Development, Growth Hacking, Flask, Ruby, Node.js, Graphic Design
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), The Neurological Mind, 3.6
Jason Randall's The News-Gazette Experience January 2006 - April 2009
Job Copywriter/Editor at DocuSign
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
DocuSign January 2014 - Present
State Farm Insurance August 2012 - January 2014
Horizon Hobby May 2011 - August 2012
Health Alliance Medical Plans April 2009 - May 2011
The News-Gazette January 2006 - April 2009
(Danville, IL) Commercial-News July 2004 - January 2006
Geneseo Republic July 2003 - July 2004
Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Social Media, Ap Style, QuarkXPress, Press Releases, Blogging, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Newspaper, Journalism, Web Content, Advertising, Newspapers, Newsletters, Publications, AP Style
Education
Northern Illinois University 2001 — 2003
M.A., Communication Studies
Eastern Illinois University 1998 — 2001
B.A., Journalism
DocuSign January 2014 - Present
State Farm Insurance August 2012 - January 2014
Horizon Hobby May 2011 - August 2012
Health Alliance Medical Plans April 2009 - May 2011
The News-Gazette January 2006 - April 2009
(Danville, IL) Commercial-News July 2004 - January 2006
Geneseo Republic July 2003 - July 2004
Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Social Media, Ap Style, QuarkXPress, Press Releases, Blogging, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Newspaper, Journalism, Web Content, Advertising, Newspapers, Newsletters, Publications, AP Style
Education
Northern Illinois University 2001 — 2003
M.A., Communication Studies
Eastern Illinois University 1998 — 2001
B.A., Journalism
Frances Welch Frances Welch's The News-Gazette Experience January 2013 - May 2013
Job Editorial Intern at Office of Communications for Enrollment Management
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Office of Communications for Enrollment Management April 2015 - Present
The Daily Illini June 2014 - Present
Buzz Magazine March 2015 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2014 - Present
Urban Outfitters October 2014 - February 2015
The News-Gazette January 2013 - May 2013
Skills
News Writing, Magazine Writing, Interviewing Skills, Photoshop, Photography, InDesign, Copy Editing, Fact-checking, Transcribing, Typing, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Sales, Advertising, Research, Editing, Writing, Communication, Social Media, Facebook, Journalism, Editorial
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2014 — 2017
News-Editorial Journalism, Journalism, Sophomore
DePaul University 2013 — 2014
Trumpet Performance
Office of Communications for Enrollment Management April 2015 - Present
The Daily Illini June 2014 - Present
Buzz Magazine March 2015 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2014 - Present
Urban Outfitters October 2014 - February 2015
The News-Gazette January 2013 - May 2013
Skills
News Writing, Magazine Writing, Interviewing Skills, Photoshop, Photography, InDesign, Copy Editing, Fact-checking, Transcribing, Typing, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Sales, Advertising, Research, Editing, Writing, Communication, Social Media, Facebook, Journalism, Editorial
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2014 — 2017
News-Editorial Journalism, Journalism, Sophomore
DePaul University 2013 — 2014
Trumpet Performance
Alex Rostowsky's The News-Gazette Experience February 2014 - October 2014
Job Sales Rep at Grimco
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Grimco, Inc. November 2014 - Present
The News-Gazette February 2014 - October 2014
Serv-U Restaurant Equipment & Supply October 2013 - February 2014
MSTN, LLC February 2013 - September 2013
The Daily Egyptian August 2012 - December 2012
Skills
Sports Writing, News Writing, Public Policy Reporting, Fiction Writing, Creative Writing, InDesign, Editing, Proofreading, Writing, Social Media, SEO, Journalism, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Newspapers, AP Style
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
College of DuPage 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
Whitewater High School 2004 — 2008
Grimco, Inc. November 2014 - Present
The News-Gazette February 2014 - October 2014
Serv-U Restaurant Equipment & Supply October 2013 - February 2014
MSTN, LLC February 2013 - September 2013
The Daily Egyptian August 2012 - December 2012
Skills
Sports Writing, News Writing, Public Policy Reporting, Fiction Writing, Creative Writing, InDesign, Editing, Proofreading, Writing, Social Media, SEO, Journalism, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Newspapers, AP Style
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
College of DuPage 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
Whitewater High School 2004 — 2008
Markus White Markus White's The News-Gazette Experience August 2008 - September 2012
Job Business Contact / Driver at FedEx Ground
Industry Package/Freight Delivery
Experience
FedEx Ground March 2012 - Present
The News-Gazette August 2008 - September 2012
One world pizza May 2006 - August 2012
Skills
Business, Management, Leadership, Customer Service, Team Building, Operations Management, Team Leadership, Training, Social Media, Sales Management, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Parkland College
FedEx Ground March 2012 - Present
The News-Gazette August 2008 - September 2012
One world pizza May 2006 - August 2012
Skills
Business, Management, Leadership, Customer Service, Team Building, Operations Management, Team Leadership, Training, Social Media, Sales Management, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Parkland College
Micky Deming's The News-Gazette Experience January 2011 - December 2012
Job Entrepreneurial editor taking chaotic information and making it simple
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Kahuna Accounting Group January 2013 - Present
The News-Gazette January 2011 - December 2012
Skills
News Writing, Newspaper Design, Feature Articles, Opinion Writing, Copy Editing, Editing, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, InDesign, Public Speaking, Email Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Photography, Leadership, Newsletters, Web Design, Publishing, Graphic Design, Web Content, Copywriting, Social Networking, Blogging, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Writing, WordPress, Online Marketing, Social Media, Published Author, Business Development, New Business Development, Joint Ventures, Business Strategy, Marketing Communications, Digital Media, Advertising, Creative Writing, Media Relations, Public Relations, Content Management, Xero, Digital Marketing, Small Business, Event Planning, Strategic Communications, Website Development, Finance
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
Kahuna Accounting Group January 2013 - Present
The News-Gazette January 2011 - December 2012
Skills
News Writing, Newspaper Design, Feature Articles, Opinion Writing, Copy Editing, Editing, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, InDesign, Public Speaking, Email Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Photography, Leadership, Newsletters, Web Design, Publishing, Graphic Design, Web Content, Copywriting, Social Networking, Blogging, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Writing, WordPress, Online Marketing, Social Media, Published Author, Business Development, New Business Development, Joint Ventures, Business Strategy, Marketing Communications, Digital Media, Advertising, Creative Writing, Media Relations, Public Relations, Content Management, Xero, Digital Marketing, Small Business, Event Planning, Strategic Communications, Website Development, Finance
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
Julie Wurth's The News-Gazette Experience 1987 - Present
Job Reporter/columnist at The NewsGazette
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The News-Gazette 1987 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1983 - 1987
The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press January 1983 - May 1983
Skills
Writing, Newspapers, Editing, Copy Editing, Freelance Writing, Columnist
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
The News-Gazette 1987 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 1983 - 1987
The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press January 1983 - May 1983
Skills
Writing, Newspapers, Editing, Copy Editing, Freelance Writing, Columnist
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Nicole Lafond Nicole Lafond's The News-Gazette Experience August 2014 - Present
Job Education Reporter at The News Gazette
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The News-Gazette August 2014 - Present
Talking Points Memo May 2014 - August 2014
The GlimmerGlass May 2013 - May 2014
Shine.FM August 2012 - August 2013
The Daily Caller January 2013 - May 2013
GlimmerGlass, Olivet Nazarene University January 2012 - December 2012
Skills
News Writing, AP Style, Journalism, Online Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Video Editing, Audio Editing, Magazine Layout Design, InDesign, WordPress, Adobe Audition, Final Cut Pro, Breaking News, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Blogging, Storytelling, New Media, Editing
Education
Olivet Nazarene University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Multimedia studies: Print and Online Journalism
Washington Journalism Center 2012 — 2013
Politics and journalism
The News-Gazette August 2014 - Present
Talking Points Memo May 2014 - August 2014
The GlimmerGlass May 2013 - May 2014
Shine.FM August 2012 - August 2013
The Daily Caller January 2013 - May 2013
GlimmerGlass, Olivet Nazarene University January 2012 - December 2012
Skills
News Writing, AP Style, Journalism, Online Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Video Editing, Audio Editing, Magazine Layout Design, InDesign, WordPress, Adobe Audition, Final Cut Pro, Breaking News, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Blogging, Storytelling, New Media, Editing
Education
Olivet Nazarene University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Multimedia studies: Print and Online Journalism
Washington Journalism Center 2012 — 2013
Politics and journalism
Rachel Buller's The News-Gazette Experience February 2010 - February 2012
Job Communications Specialist, AITS
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
University of Illinois May 2012 - Present
The News-Gazette February 2010 - February 2012
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign September 2011 - January 2012
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts August 2010 - August 2011
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2010 - May 2011
CU-CitizenAccess August 2010 - May 2011
Judah Christian School March 2010 - May 2010
The Washington Times January 2007 - April 2007
Skills
Copy Editing, Journalism, Blogging, Press Releases, Internal Communications, Social Media, InDesign, HTML, Investigative Reporting, FileMaker Pro, SitePublish, Identity and Access..., Dreamweaver, Final Cut Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, Public Relations, SEO, Google Analytics, Digital Media, Marketing, Sitecore, Web Design, Videography, Graphic Design, Drupal, Publishing, Web Content, Copywriting, Video, Multimedia, Content Management, AP Style, CSS, Digital Communication, News Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2010 — 2011
Masters, Journalism
Olivet Nazarene University 2004 — 2008
B.S., Communications, Political Science
Washington Journalism Center 2007 — 2007
University of Illinois May 2012 - Present
The News-Gazette February 2010 - February 2012
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign September 2011 - January 2012
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts August 2010 - August 2011
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2010 - May 2011
CU-CitizenAccess August 2010 - May 2011
Judah Christian School March 2010 - May 2010
The Washington Times January 2007 - April 2007
Skills
Copy Editing, Journalism, Blogging, Press Releases, Internal Communications, Social Media, InDesign, HTML, Investigative Reporting, FileMaker Pro, SitePublish, Identity and Access..., Dreamweaver, Final Cut Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, Public Relations, SEO, Google Analytics, Digital Media, Marketing, Sitecore, Web Design, Videography, Graphic Design, Drupal, Publishing, Web Content, Copywriting, Video, Multimedia, Content Management, AP Style, CSS, Digital Communication, News Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2010 — 2011
Masters, Journalism
Olivet Nazarene University 2004 — 2008
B.S., Communications, Political Science
Washington Journalism Center 2007 — 2007
Amanda (Hartman) Baker Amanda (Hartman) Baker's The News-Gazette Experience October 2009 - July 2012
Job Events and Programs Coordinator at 40 North | 88 West
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
40 North 88 West July 2012 - Present
The News-Gazette October 2009 - July 2012
Goldring Arts Journalism Program July 2009 - July 2009
Syracuse University September 2008 - June 2009
Urban Video Project September 2008 - December 2008
Democrat and Chronicle May 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Journalism, Final Cut Pro, Video Production, Copywriting, Digital Photography, Marketing, Event Planning, Copy Editing, Social Networking, Photography, InDesign, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Advertising, Video, Editing, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Public Relations, Publishing, Newspapers, Multimedia, New Media
Education
Syracuse University 2008 — 2009
M.A, Arts Journalism
State University of New York College at Brockport 2006 — 2008
B.S., Broadcast Communications
Finger Lakes Community College 2002 — 2004
A.S, Communications
40 North 88 West July 2012 - Present
The News-Gazette October 2009 - July 2012
Goldring Arts Journalism Program July 2009 - July 2009
Syracuse University September 2008 - June 2009
Urban Video Project September 2008 - December 2008
Democrat and Chronicle May 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Journalism, Final Cut Pro, Video Production, Copywriting, Digital Photography, Marketing, Event Planning, Copy Editing, Social Networking, Photography, InDesign, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Advertising, Video, Editing, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Public Relations, Publishing, Newspapers, Multimedia, New Media
Education
Syracuse University 2008 — 2009
M.A, Arts Journalism
State University of New York College at Brockport 2006 — 2008
B.S., Broadcast Communications
Finger Lakes Community College 2002 — 2004
A.S, Communications
Jason Frye Jason Frye's The News-Gazette Experience June 2015 - Present
Job Digital Products and Services Manager at The NewsGazette
Industry Computer Software
Experience
The News-Gazette June 2015 - Present
The News-Gazette September 2011 - Present
Jason Frye Enterprises January 2006 - August 2011
CU Local Biz March 2004 - August 2011
The Refactory, Inc. January 2006 - January 2010
Skills
PHP, Laravel, jQuery, SASS, CSS, SEO, Online Marketing, WordPress, Blogging, Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Facebook, Writing, Social Media, Google Analytics, Keyword Research, Web Marketing, SEO copywriting, Drupal, Website Development, Creative Writing, Traffic Analysis, Marketing Copy, Google Adwords, Web Project Management, Copy Editing, Photoshop, Web Analytics, Content Management, HTML, Responsive design, Git, MySQL
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2001 — 2004
Rhetoric, Creative Writing
The News-Gazette June 2015 - Present
The News-Gazette September 2011 - Present
Jason Frye Enterprises January 2006 - August 2011
CU Local Biz March 2004 - August 2011
The Refactory, Inc. January 2006 - January 2010
Skills
PHP, Laravel, jQuery, SASS, CSS, SEO, Online Marketing, WordPress, Blogging, Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Facebook, Writing, Social Media, Google Analytics, Keyword Research, Web Marketing, SEO copywriting, Drupal, Website Development, Creative Writing, Traffic Analysis, Marketing Copy, Google Adwords, Web Project Management, Copy Editing, Photoshop, Web Analytics, Content Management, HTML, Responsive design, Git, MySQL
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2001 — 2004
Rhetoric, Creative Writing
Paul Biasco's The News-Gazette Experience October 2007 - October 2008
Job Reporter/Producer at DNAinfo.com Chicago
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
DNAinfo.com Chicago October 2012 - Present
Daily Herald August 2010 - October 2012
Daily Herald May 2010 - August 2010
The Daily Illini September 2007 - May 2010
The Daily Illini September 2009 - January 2010
The News-Gazette October 2007 - October 2008
University of Illinois Business School May 2008 - August 2008
R.J. O'Brien and Associates May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Editing, Content Management, Social Media, Web Design, Video Editing, Shooting, Journalism, SEO, Newspaper, Multimedia, AP Style, Final Cut Pro, Facebook, Wordpress, InDesign, Social Media Marketing, Photoshop, Social Networking, Adobe Creative Suite, Photography, Newspapers, WordPress, Feature Articles, New Media, Storytelling, Video, News Writing, Breaking News, Producing, Blogging, Copy Editing, Editorial, Web Content
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2006 — 2010
Journalism, News-Editorial
Loyola Academy 2002 — 2006
DNAinfo.com Chicago October 2012 - Present
Daily Herald August 2010 - October 2012
Daily Herald May 2010 - August 2010
The Daily Illini September 2007 - May 2010
The Daily Illini September 2009 - January 2010
The News-Gazette October 2007 - October 2008
University of Illinois Business School May 2008 - August 2008
R.J. O'Brien and Associates May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Editing, Content Management, Social Media, Web Design, Video Editing, Shooting, Journalism, SEO, Newspaper, Multimedia, AP Style, Final Cut Pro, Facebook, Wordpress, InDesign, Social Media Marketing, Photoshop, Social Networking, Adobe Creative Suite, Photography, Newspapers, WordPress, Feature Articles, New Media, Storytelling, Video, News Writing, Breaking News, Producing, Blogging, Copy Editing, Editorial, Web Content
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2006 — 2010
Journalism, News-Editorial
Loyola Academy 2002 — 2006
Kim Belanger's The News-Gazette Experience September 2012 - Present
Job Controller experienced in financial accounting, auditing, budgeting, forecasting, and development of best practices.
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The News Gazette September 2012 - Present
Frasca International, Inc. May 2011 - September 2012
Mezolink November 2010 - March 2011
Communications Data Group July 2008 - November 2010
Clifton Gunderson LLP November 2007 - July 2008
Health Alliance Medical Plans March 2007 - November 2007
Suzi Davis Travel July 2002 - March 2007
Meijer October 1994 - August 2002
UpClose Marketing & Printing 1993 - 1994
Skills
Time Management, Innovative Problem..., Coordination, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Budgets, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Internal Controls, Financial Accounting, Cash Flow, Accounts Receivable, Account Reconciliation, Management, Payroll, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Auditing, Finance, Forecasting, Leadership
Education
Colorado Technical University 2006 — 2008
Bachelor, Accounting
Lewis & Clark Community College 1977 — 1979
Associates, Business Administration
Ambassador University 1976 — 1977
General Studies
The News Gazette September 2012 - Present
Frasca International, Inc. May 2011 - September 2012
Mezolink November 2010 - March 2011
Communications Data Group July 2008 - November 2010
Clifton Gunderson LLP November 2007 - July 2008
Health Alliance Medical Plans March 2007 - November 2007
Suzi Davis Travel July 2002 - March 2007
Meijer October 1994 - August 2002
UpClose Marketing & Printing 1993 - 1994
Skills
Time Management, Innovative Problem..., Coordination, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Budgets, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Internal Controls, Financial Accounting, Cash Flow, Accounts Receivable, Account Reconciliation, Management, Payroll, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Auditing, Finance, Forecasting, Leadership
Education
Colorado Technical University 2006 — 2008
Bachelor, Accounting
Lewis & Clark Community College 1977 — 1979
Associates, Business Administration
Ambassador University 1976 — 1977
General Studies
Tanya Tianyi Chen Tanya Tianyi Chen's The News-Gazette Experience June 2007 - June 2009
Job Senior Editor at BuzzFeed
Industry Online Media
Experience
BuzzFeed March 2015 - Present
BuzzFeed September 2013 - Present
E! Online February 2013 - June 2013
Missinfo TV September 2012 - May 2013
VIBE Media Access Network January 2012 - September 2012
Teen Vogue August 2011 - December 2011
Kayos Productions, Inc. May 2011 - September 2011
UPchicago.com June 2010 - September 2010
The News-Gazette June 2007 - June 2009
Skills
CMS, SEO, Final Cut Pro, InDesign, WordPress, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Social Media, HTML, Photoshop, Magazines
Education
New York University 2009 — 2013
BA in Journalism, Media, Culture, and Communications
BuzzFeed March 2015 - Present
BuzzFeed September 2013 - Present
E! Online February 2013 - June 2013
Missinfo TV September 2012 - May 2013
VIBE Media Access Network January 2012 - September 2012
Teen Vogue August 2011 - December 2011
Kayos Productions, Inc. May 2011 - September 2011
UPchicago.com June 2010 - September 2010
The News-Gazette June 2007 - June 2009
Skills
CMS, SEO, Final Cut Pro, InDesign, WordPress, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Social Media, HTML, Photoshop, Magazines
Education
New York University 2009 — 2013
BA in Journalism, Media, Culture, and Communications
Jacob Orwick Jacob Orwick's The News-Gazette Experience January 2008 - August 2008
Job Student at Concordia University Ann Arbor
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Concordia University Ann Arbor August 2011 - Present
Subway February 2008 - July 2011
the news gazette January 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Team Leadership, Hard Worker, Responsibility
Education
Concordia University-Ann Arbor 2011 — 2016
Education, Physical Education
Homeschooled 2007 — 2011
Concordia University Ann Arbor August 2011 - Present
Subway February 2008 - July 2011
the news gazette January 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Team Leadership, Hard Worker, Responsibility
Education
Concordia University-Ann Arbor 2011 — 2016
Education, Physical Education
Homeschooled 2007 — 2011
Jason Hertenstein Jason Hertenstein's The News-Gazette Experience September 2007 - November 2007
Job Experienced Sales and Marketing Driver
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
My Family November 2012 - Present
Subaru of Champaign County December 2011 - November 2012
Lenscrafters June 2010 - May 2011
EnvirGen January 2010 - May 2010
Cazoodle.com November 2008 - January 2010
The News-Gazette September 2007 - November 2007
AAA Entertainment Radio Group May 2004 - May 2005
Truth Publishing May 2000 - September 2002
Skills
Sales, Marketing, Public Relations, Customer Retention, Sales Process, Customer Satisfaction, Retail, Customer Service, Team Building, Sales Management, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Office, Vehicles, Negotiation, Automobile, Training, Leadership, Business Development
Education
Parkland College 2004 — 2011
AS, General Studies
Carthage College 1994 — 1995
My Family November 2012 - Present
Subaru of Champaign County December 2011 - November 2012
Lenscrafters June 2010 - May 2011
EnvirGen January 2010 - May 2010
Cazoodle.com November 2008 - January 2010
The News-Gazette September 2007 - November 2007
AAA Entertainment Radio Group May 2004 - May 2005
Truth Publishing May 2000 - September 2002
Skills
Sales, Marketing, Public Relations, Customer Retention, Sales Process, Customer Satisfaction, Retail, Customer Service, Team Building, Sales Management, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Office, Vehicles, Negotiation, Automobile, Training, Leadership, Business Development
Education
Parkland College 2004 — 2011
AS, General Studies
Carthage College 1994 — 1995
Kevin Kaplan Kevin Kaplan's The News-Gazette Experience August 2007 - June 2008
Job Copy Editor at Business Insider
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Business Insider July 2014 - Present
Major League Baseball January 2013 - July 2014
The New York Times May 2012 - December 2012
Illini Media March 2011 - March 2012
Illini Media August 2010 - March 2011
Publication Services May 2010 - August 2010
Illini Media May 2009 - March 2010
The News-Gazette August 2007 - June 2008
Skills
Copy Editing, Newspaper, Editing, SEO, Web Site Production, HTML, InCopy, InDesign, Ap Style, Fact-checking, Journalism, Investigative Reporting, Feature Articles, Breaking News, Storytelling, AP Style, Publications, Newspapers, Headline Writing, News Writing, Blogging, Web Content, Sports Writing, Editorial, Online Journalism
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism, 3.48
Business Insider July 2014 - Present
Major League Baseball January 2013 - July 2014
The New York Times May 2012 - December 2012
Illini Media March 2011 - March 2012
Illini Media August 2010 - March 2011
Publication Services May 2010 - August 2010
Illini Media May 2009 - March 2010
The News-Gazette August 2007 - June 2008
Skills
Copy Editing, Newspaper, Editing, SEO, Web Site Production, HTML, InCopy, InDesign, Ap Style, Fact-checking, Journalism, Investigative Reporting, Feature Articles, Breaking News, Storytelling, AP Style, Publications, Newspapers, Headline Writing, News Writing, Blogging, Web Content, Sports Writing, Editorial, Online Journalism
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism, 3.48
Lisa Rome's The News-Gazette Experience July 1999 - December 2000
Job Market Research Project Manager at Wells Fargo
Industry Market Research
Experience
Wells Fargo May 2014 - Present
Maritz Research November 2004 - May 2014
Carle Clinic Association/Health Alliance Medical Plans December 2000 - November 2004
The News-Gazette July 1999 - December 2000
Skills
Questionnaire Design, Marketing Research, Market Research, Questionnaires, Survey Research, Financial Services, Project Management, Data Analysis, Focus Groups, Survey Design, Segmentation, Primary Research, Quantitative Research, Data Collection, Online Research, Qualitative Research, Analytics, CATI, SPSS, Research Design, Report Writing, International Research, Customer Satisfaction..., Consumer Behaviour, Customer Insight, Competitive Intelligence, Secondary Research
Education
Millikin University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
Wells Fargo May 2014 - Present
Maritz Research November 2004 - May 2014
Carle Clinic Association/Health Alliance Medical Plans December 2000 - November 2004
The News-Gazette July 1999 - December 2000
Skills
Questionnaire Design, Marketing Research, Market Research, Questionnaires, Survey Research, Financial Services, Project Management, Data Analysis, Focus Groups, Survey Design, Segmentation, Primary Research, Quantitative Research, Data Collection, Online Research, Qualitative Research, Analytics, CATI, SPSS, Research Design, Report Writing, International Research, Customer Satisfaction..., Consumer Behaviour, Customer Insight, Competitive Intelligence, Secondary Research
Education
Millikin University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
Traci Nally's The News-Gazette Experience September 2007 - Present
Job Vice President Human Resources at The NewsGazette
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The News-Gazette September 2007 - Present
Nally, Bauer, Feinen & Mann, P.C. April 1996 - Present
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1979 — 1982
Juris Doctorate, Law
The News-Gazette September 2007 - Present
Nally, Bauer, Feinen & Mann, P.C. April 1996 - Present
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1979 — 1982
Juris Doctorate, Law
Aaron Stroschein's The News-Gazette Experience September 2008 - December 2008
Job Assistant Editor at ACCESSline, Iowa's LGBT Newspaper
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
ACCESSline, Iowa's LGBT Newspaper February 2009 - Present
The News-Gazette September 2008 - December 2008
Clarke College September 2007 - May 2008
Education
Clarke University 2006 — 2008
ACCESSline, Iowa's LGBT Newspaper February 2009 - Present
The News-Gazette September 2008 - December 2008
Clarke College September 2007 - May 2008
Education
Clarke University 2006 — 2008
Laura Cynkar's The News-Gazette Experience September 2008 - February 2012
Job Media Communications Specialist in Graphic Design, University Housing at University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign December 2014 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign March 2013 - December 2014
Tri-Star Marketing March 2012 - March 2013
The News-Gazette September 2008 - February 2012
Illini Media July 2006 - July 2008
Skills
Graphic Design, Illustrator, InDesign, Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, Digital Media, Graphics, Copywriting, Advertising, Typography, Layout, Logo Design, Photography, Newsletters
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Advertising
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign December 2014 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign March 2013 - December 2014
Tri-Star Marketing March 2012 - March 2013
The News-Gazette September 2008 - February 2012
Illini Media July 2006 - July 2008
Skills
Graphic Design, Illustrator, InDesign, Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, Digital Media, Graphics, Copywriting, Advertising, Typography, Layout, Logo Design, Photography, Newsletters
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Advertising
Richard Barak's The News-Gazette Experience April 1994 - Present
Job Copy editor at The NewsGazette
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The News-Gazette April 1994 - Present
The Press-Journal 1988 - 1994
The Effingham Daily News 1986 - 1988
Skills
Newspapers, Editing, Journalism, Blogging, QuarkXPress, Newspaper, Editorial, Feature Articles, Sports Writing, InDesign, InCopy, Copy Editing, AP Style, Layout, Writing, Social Media, Mac, Headline Writing, Adobe Creative Suite, Content Management, Microsoft Office, Sports, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Digital Media, Multimedia Journalism, Fact-checking, Newspaper Design
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1984 — 1986
Bachelor of arts, Journalism
William Rainey Harper College 1982 — 1984
Associate of arts, Liberal Arts
The News-Gazette April 1994 - Present
The Press-Journal 1988 - 1994
The Effingham Daily News 1986 - 1988
Skills
Newspapers, Editing, Journalism, Blogging, QuarkXPress, Newspaper, Editorial, Feature Articles, Sports Writing, InDesign, InCopy, Copy Editing, AP Style, Layout, Writing, Social Media, Mac, Headline Writing, Adobe Creative Suite, Content Management, Microsoft Office, Sports, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Digital Media, Multimedia Journalism, Fact-checking, Newspaper Design
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1984 — 1986
Bachelor of arts, Journalism
William Rainey Harper College 1982 — 1984
Associate of arts, Liberal Arts
Michael Drapa's The News-Gazette Experience 2001 - 2002
Job Web Editor, News Office at University of Chicago
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
University of Chicago August 2009 - Present
University of Chicago November 2007 - August 2009
Herald & Review May 2002 - November 2007
St. Louis Post-Dispatch September 2001 - February 2002
The News-Gazette 2001 - 2002
Skills
Editing, Storytelling, Copy Editing, AP Style, Journalism, Newspapers, News Writing, Feature Articles, Press Releases, Editorial, Publications, Fact-checking, Web Content, Ap Style, Proofreading, Social Media, Online Journalism, Multimedia, Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1997 — 2001
B.A., Communications-print journalism
University of Chicago August 2009 - Present
University of Chicago November 2007 - August 2009
Herald & Review May 2002 - November 2007
St. Louis Post-Dispatch September 2001 - February 2002
The News-Gazette 2001 - 2002
Skills
Editing, Storytelling, Copy Editing, AP Style, Journalism, Newspapers, News Writing, Feature Articles, Press Releases, Editorial, Publications, Fact-checking, Web Content, Ap Style, Proofreading, Social Media, Online Journalism, Multimedia, Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1997 — 2001
B.A., Communications-print journalism
Jonathan Schwab's The News-Gazette Experience July 2014 - Present
Job Sports Editor at The NewsGazette
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The News-Gazette July 2014 - Present
First Media Radio July 2009 - Present
The News-Gazette July 2009 - July 2014
The Mountain Mail June 2007 - July 2008
Skills
Writing
Education
Emerson College 2004 — 2006
University of Virginia 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology, Spanish (minor)
The News-Gazette July 2014 - Present
First Media Radio July 2009 - Present
The News-Gazette July 2009 - July 2014
The Mountain Mail June 2007 - July 2008
Skills
Writing
Education
Emerson College 2004 — 2006
University of Virginia 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology, Spanish (minor)
Alden Loury's The News-Gazette Experience 1996 - 1999
Job Senior Policy Analyst at Better Government Association
Industry Online Media
Experience
Better Government Association October 2013 - Present
Better Government Association October 2011 - October 2013
The Chicago Reporter 2008 - October 2011
The Chicago Reporter 2002 - 2008
The Chicago Reporter 1999 - 2002
The News-Gazette 1996 - 1999
WDWS-AM 1995 - 1996
Skills
Editing, Journalism, News Writing, Copy Editing, Newspaper, Blogging, Storytelling, Investigative Reporting, Social Networking, Newspapers, AP Style, Media Relations, Editorial, Press Releases, Crisis Communications, Web Content, Digital Media, Fact-checking, Feature Articles, New Media, Creative Writing, Magazines, Research
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1987 — 1997
Bachelor's, Broadcast Journalism
Little Flower
Better Government Association October 2013 - Present
Better Government Association October 2011 - October 2013
The Chicago Reporter 2008 - October 2011
The Chicago Reporter 2002 - 2008
The Chicago Reporter 1999 - 2002
The News-Gazette 1996 - 1999
WDWS-AM 1995 - 1996
Skills
Editing, Journalism, News Writing, Copy Editing, Newspaper, Blogging, Storytelling, Investigative Reporting, Social Networking, Newspapers, AP Style, Media Relations, Editorial, Press Releases, Crisis Communications, Web Content, Digital Media, Fact-checking, Feature Articles, New Media, Creative Writing, Magazines, Research
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1987 — 1997
Bachelor's, Broadcast Journalism
Little Flower
Tricia Stiller's The News-Gazette Experience 2001 - Present
Job Artistic Director at McLean County Diversity Project
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Penguin Project of McLean County February 2008 - Present
McLean County Diversity Project January 2008 - Present
Downtown Bloomington Association June 2006 - Present
The News-Gazette 2001 - Present
Education
Moraine Valley Community College 1980 — 1982
Penguin Project of McLean County February 2008 - Present
McLean County Diversity Project January 2008 - Present
Downtown Bloomington Association June 2006 - Present
The News-Gazette 2001 - Present
Education
Moraine Valley Community College 1980 — 1982
Emily Murray's The News-Gazette Experience August 1999 - November 2001
Job Graphic Designer at Brandt Consolidated
Industry Design
Experience
Brandt Consolidated October 2009 - Present
Freelance May 2005 - Present
Country Insurance & Financial Services February 2001 - April 2008
The News-Gazette August 1999 - November 2001
Ron Smith Printing April 1998 - August 1999
Skills
Illustrator, InDesign, Logo Design, Graphic Design, Advertising, Brochures, Graphics, Image Manipulation, Dreamweaver, Newsletters, Pre-press, Photoshop, Corporate Branding, Typography, Adobe Creative Suite, Posters
Education
Art Institute of Pittsburgh 2008 — 2013
Bachelors, Graphic Design
Illinois State University 2006 — 2009
Graphic Design
Vincennes University 1996 — 1997
associates degree, graphic design
Brandt Consolidated October 2009 - Present
Freelance May 2005 - Present
Country Insurance & Financial Services February 2001 - April 2008
The News-Gazette August 1999 - November 2001
Ron Smith Printing April 1998 - August 1999
Skills
Illustrator, InDesign, Logo Design, Graphic Design, Advertising, Brochures, Graphics, Image Manipulation, Dreamweaver, Newsletters, Pre-press, Photoshop, Corporate Branding, Typography, Adobe Creative Suite, Posters
Education
Art Institute of Pittsburgh 2008 — 2013
Bachelors, Graphic Design
Illinois State University 2006 — 2009
Graphic Design
Vincennes University 1996 — 1997
associates degree, graphic design
Lyncoln Delporte's The News-Gazette Experience May 2002 - Present
Job Graphic Artist at The NewsGazette
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
The News-Gazette May 2002 - Present
Skills
Graphic Design, QuarkXPress, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Logo Design, Newspaper, Photography, Illustrator, Layout, Digital Photography, Adobe Acrobat, Typography, Advertising, Newspaper Design, Web Design, CSS, XHTML, HTML, Publications, OS X, Multimedia, Newspapers, Social Media Marketing
Education
Parkland College 1998 — 2006
AAS, Graphic Design
The News-Gazette May 2002 - Present
Skills
Graphic Design, QuarkXPress, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Logo Design, Newspaper, Photography, Illustrator, Layout, Digital Photography, Adobe Acrobat, Typography, Advertising, Newspaper Design, Web Design, CSS, XHTML, HTML, Publications, OS X, Multimedia, Newspapers, Social Media Marketing
Education
Parkland College 1998 — 2006
AAS, Graphic Design
Ted Wolf's The News-Gazette Experience August 1989 - January 2012
Job Sales Manager at The Lincoln Courier
Industry Media Production
Experience
The Lincoln Courier May 2015 - Present
Afni, Inc. February 2015 - May 2015
The Lincoln Courier March 2012 - February 2015
The News-Gazette August 1989 - January 2012
The Pantagraph May 1986 - December 1988
Skills
Customer Experience, Sales Management, Community Relations, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Loyalty Marketing, Graphic Design, Newspaper, Copy Editing, Building Customer..., Call Center Development, Promotions, Building Relationships, Call Center, Outside Sales, Goal-driven leader, Digital Marketing, Community Development, Sales, Public Relations, Advertising, Management, Customer Service, Call Centers, Newspapers, Training, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Copywriting, Advertising Sales, Social Media, Team Building, Customer Retention, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, SEO, Internal Communications, Publishing, Cold Calling, Customer Satisfaction, Editing, Facebook, Press Releases, Account Management, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Multimedia, Time Management, Blogging
Education
Parkland College 1982 — 1984
Associates
Champaign Central HIgh School 1977 — 1981
Diploma
The Lincoln Courier May 2015 - Present
Afni, Inc. February 2015 - May 2015
The Lincoln Courier March 2012 - February 2015
The News-Gazette August 1989 - January 2012
The Pantagraph May 1986 - December 1988
Skills
Customer Experience, Sales Management, Community Relations, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Loyalty Marketing, Graphic Design, Newspaper, Copy Editing, Building Customer..., Call Center Development, Promotions, Building Relationships, Call Center, Outside Sales, Goal-driven leader, Digital Marketing, Community Development, Sales, Public Relations, Advertising, Management, Customer Service, Call Centers, Newspapers, Training, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Copywriting, Advertising Sales, Social Media, Team Building, Customer Retention, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, SEO, Internal Communications, Publishing, Cold Calling, Customer Satisfaction, Editing, Facebook, Press Releases, Account Management, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Multimedia, Time Management, Blogging
Education
Parkland College 1982 — 1984
Associates
Champaign Central HIgh School 1977 — 1981
Diploma
Alice Vaughan's The News-Gazette Experience Advertising DirectorThe Daily Illini1980 - 1992
Job Director of Creative Services at The NewsGazette
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The News-Gazette Advertising DirectorThe Daily Illini1980 - 1992
Decatur Herald & Review 1976 - 1980
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1972 — 1976
B.S., Advertising
The News-Gazette Advertising DirectorThe Daily Illini1980 - 1992
Decatur Herald & Review 1976 - 1980
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1972 — 1976
B.S., Advertising
Heather Tucker's The News-Gazette Experience 1999 - 2006
Job Director of Communications
Industry Higher Education
Experience
College of Media, University of Illinois January 2012 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign November 2006 - January 2012
The News-Gazette 1999 - 2006
Skills
Public Relations, Social Networking, Social Media, Press Releases, Editing, Annual Giving, Event Planning, Higher Education, Newsletters, AP Style, Marketing Communications, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Nonprofits, News Writing, Publications, Marketing, Facebook, Content Management, Advertising, Content Strategy, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Fundraising, Journalism, Speech Writing, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Publicity, Corporate Communications, Crisis Communications, Web Content, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Internal Communications, Feature Articles, Grant Writing, Creative Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2011 — 2013
MBA
Drake University 1983 — 1987
Bachelor's degree, Secondary Education
College of Media, University of Illinois January 2012 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign November 2006 - January 2012
The News-Gazette 1999 - 2006
Skills
Public Relations, Social Networking, Social Media, Press Releases, Editing, Annual Giving, Event Planning, Higher Education, Newsletters, AP Style, Marketing Communications, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Nonprofits, News Writing, Publications, Marketing, Facebook, Content Management, Advertising, Content Strategy, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Fundraising, Journalism, Speech Writing, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Publicity, Corporate Communications, Crisis Communications, Web Content, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Internal Communications, Feature Articles, Grant Writing, Creative Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2011 — 2013
MBA
Drake University 1983 — 1987
Bachelor's degree, Secondary Education
Marilyn Upah-Bant's The News-Gazette Experience 1985 - 1985
Job Media Specialist
Industry Media Production
Experience
Grace Lutheran Church, Champaign June 2012 - Present
Parkland College 2010 - 2014
Grace Lutheran Church 2012 - 2013
University High School / University of Illinois September 1986 - May 2010
C-U Schools Foundation 1991 - 1993
University of Illinois Foundation 1990 - 1993
The News-Gazette 1985 - 1985
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1978 — 1980
M.S., Communications
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1977 — 1980
Master's, Journalism, Political Science
University High School
Grace Lutheran Church, Champaign June 2012 - Present
Parkland College 2010 - 2014
Grace Lutheran Church 2012 - 2013
University High School / University of Illinois September 1986 - May 2010
C-U Schools Foundation 1991 - 1993
University of Illinois Foundation 1990 - 1993
The News-Gazette 1985 - 1985
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1978 — 1980
M.S., Communications
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1977 — 1980
Master's, Journalism, Political Science
University High School
Chad Beckett's The News-Gazette Experience October 1995 - Present
Job Shareholder/VicePresident at Beckett & Webber, P.C.
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Beckett & Webber, P.C. November 1998 - Present
The News-Gazette October 1995 - Present
Skills
Estate Planning, Estate Tax Planning, Real Estate Transactions, Corporate Law, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Legal Issues, Courts, Family Law, Westlaw
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 1995 — 1998
J.D.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History, Speech Communications, Law
The University of Stirling 1992 — 1993
History, Philosophy
Beckett & Webber, P.C. November 1998 - Present
The News-Gazette October 1995 - Present
Skills
Estate Planning, Estate Tax Planning, Real Estate Transactions, Corporate Law, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Legal Issues, Courts, Family Law, Westlaw
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 1995 — 1998
J.D.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History, Speech Communications, Law
The University of Stirling 1992 — 1993
History, Philosophy
Brian Dietz's The News-Gazette Experience February 1997 - February 2006
Job Technical Writer at Stockell Healthcare
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Stockell Healthcare Systems July 2011 - Present
Kelly Mitchell February 2006 - January 2011
Anheuser-Busch February 2006 - January 2011
The News-Gazette February 1997 - February 2006
Sauk Valley Newspapers September 1994 - February 1997
Skills
Technical Writing, Copy Editing, Web Content Management, Video Production, Training, Graphic Design, Content Management, Editing, RoboHelp, Press Releases, Web Content, Copywriting, Social Media, Technical Documentation, QuarkXPress, Journalism, Public Relations, Facebook, Ap Style, Dreamweaver, Newsletters, AP Style, Software Documentation, Strategic Communications, Visio
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1990 — 1994
BS, Journalism
Mascoutah Community High School 1986 — 1990
Stockell Healthcare Systems July 2011 - Present
Kelly Mitchell February 2006 - January 2011
Anheuser-Busch February 2006 - January 2011
The News-Gazette February 1997 - February 2006
Sauk Valley Newspapers September 1994 - February 1997
Skills
Technical Writing, Copy Editing, Web Content Management, Video Production, Training, Graphic Design, Content Management, Editing, RoboHelp, Press Releases, Web Content, Copywriting, Social Media, Technical Documentation, QuarkXPress, Journalism, Public Relations, Facebook, Ap Style, Dreamweaver, Newsletters, AP Style, Software Documentation, Strategic Communications, Visio
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1990 — 1994
BS, Journalism
Mascoutah Community High School 1986 — 1990
Kara Christian's The News-Gazette Experience 2010 - October 2014
Job Sales Marketing Consultant at The NewsGazette
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
The News-Gazette 2010 - October 2014
Shelter Insurance Companies 2010 - 2011
Burkhart Advertising 2008 - 2009
The Chronicle-Tribune 2005 - 2007
CNHI 2002 - 2005
Skills
Sales Process, Customer Service, Time Management, Sales Presentations, Social Media, Cold Calling, Learning Quickly, Creative Problem Solving, Humor, Social Networking, Online Advertising
Education
Ball State University 1995 — 1999
B.A., Sales and Management and Public Relations
Valparaiso H.S.
The News-Gazette 2010 - October 2014
Shelter Insurance Companies 2010 - 2011
Burkhart Advertising 2008 - 2009
The Chronicle-Tribune 2005 - 2007
CNHI 2002 - 2005
Skills
Sales Process, Customer Service, Time Management, Sales Presentations, Social Media, Cold Calling, Learning Quickly, Creative Problem Solving, Humor, Social Networking, Online Advertising
Education
Ball State University 1995 — 1999
B.A., Sales and Management and Public Relations
Valparaiso H.S.
Clint McGuire's The News-Gazette Experience February 2003 - June 2007
Job Teacher at The Piedmont School of Atlanta
Industry Education Management
Experience
The Piedmont School of Atlanta August 2015 - Present
Self employed January 1999 - Present
Tapestry Public Charter School August 2014 - July 2015
Rockdale County Public Schools July 2008 - May 2012
The News-Gazette February 2003 - June 2007
Southern Appalachian Historical Society May 2001 - August 2001
Chris' Camera Center South October 1999 - June 2000
University of South Carolina at Aiken August 1997 - June 1999
Snow Camp Historical Drama June 1995 - August 1997
Skills
Acting, Higher Education, Photography, Photoshop, Digital Photography, Editing, Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, InDesign, Graphic Design, QuarkXPress, Blogging, Creative Writing, Mac, Copy Editing, Television, Theatre, Event Management, Film, Camera, Theatrical Production, Lighting, Performing Arts, Drama, Musical Theatre, Voice Acting, Stage, Social Media, Curriculum Development, Teaching, Video, PowerPoint, Event Planning
Education
Columbus State University 2009 — 2012
Post; program and Master's level coursework, baccalaureate teacher; Theatre Education
University of South Carolina-Aiken 1987 — 2004
B.A, Theatre
The Piedmont School of Atlanta August 2015 - Present
Self employed January 1999 - Present
Tapestry Public Charter School August 2014 - July 2015
Rockdale County Public Schools July 2008 - May 2012
The News-Gazette February 2003 - June 2007
Southern Appalachian Historical Society May 2001 - August 2001
Chris' Camera Center South October 1999 - June 2000
University of South Carolina at Aiken August 1997 - June 1999
Snow Camp Historical Drama June 1995 - August 1997
Skills
Acting, Higher Education, Photography, Photoshop, Digital Photography, Editing, Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, InDesign, Graphic Design, QuarkXPress, Blogging, Creative Writing, Mac, Copy Editing, Television, Theatre, Event Management, Film, Camera, Theatrical Production, Lighting, Performing Arts, Drama, Musical Theatre, Voice Acting, Stage, Social Media, Curriculum Development, Teaching, Video, PowerPoint, Event Planning
Education
Columbus State University 2009 — 2012
Post; program and Master's level coursework, baccalaureate teacher; Theatre Education
University of South Carolina-Aiken 1987 — 2004
B.A, Theatre
Whitney Tatman's The News-Gazette Experience 2011 - 2012
Job Account Manager at Cetis, Inc.
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Cetis, Inc. January 2013 - Present
Carle Foundation Hospital February 2012 - October 2012
The News-Gazette 2011 - 2012
Champaign Urbana Radio Group 2008 - 2009
Skills
Customer Service, Sales Operations, Account Management, Microsoft Office, Sales, Media Relations, Sports Marketing, International Relations, Marketing, Advertising, Budgets, Leadership, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Sales Management, New Business Development, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Direct Sales
Education
Olivet Nazarene University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing
Mahomet-Seymour High School 2002 — 2006
Cetis, Inc. January 2013 - Present
Carle Foundation Hospital February 2012 - October 2012
The News-Gazette 2011 - 2012
Champaign Urbana Radio Group 2008 - 2009
Skills
Customer Service, Sales Operations, Account Management, Microsoft Office, Sales, Media Relations, Sports Marketing, International Relations, Marketing, Advertising, Budgets, Leadership, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Sales Management, New Business Development, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Direct Sales
Education
Olivet Nazarene University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing
Mahomet-Seymour High School 2002 — 2006
Samantha Steiner's The News-Gazette Experience October 2004 - July 2008
Job Database Marketing Analyst at VBT Bicycling and Walking Vacations
Industry Market Research
Experience
VBT Bicycling and Walking Vacations May 2015 - Present
Chadwick Martin Bailey December 2012 - April 2015
Chadwick Martin Bailey September 2010 - November 2012
Chadwick Martin Bailey August 2008 - August 2010
The News-Gazette October 2004 - July 2008
Skills
Quantitative Research, Primary Research, Survey Design, Focus Groups, SPSS, Customer Insight, Marketing Research, Questionnaires, Qualitative Research, Segmentation, Questionnaire Design, Data Collection, Quantitative Analytics, Research Design, Competitive Intelligence, Market Research, Net Promoter Score, Data Analysis, Marketing Communications
Education
Norwich University 2000 — 2004
B.A.
VBT Bicycling and Walking Vacations May 2015 - Present
Chadwick Martin Bailey December 2012 - April 2015
Chadwick Martin Bailey September 2010 - November 2012
Chadwick Martin Bailey August 2008 - August 2010
The News-Gazette October 2004 - July 2008
Skills
Quantitative Research, Primary Research, Survey Design, Focus Groups, SPSS, Customer Insight, Marketing Research, Questionnaires, Qualitative Research, Segmentation, Questionnaire Design, Data Collection, Quantitative Analytics, Research Design, Competitive Intelligence, Market Research, Net Promoter Score, Data Analysis, Marketing Communications
Education
Norwich University 2000 — 2004
B.A.
Amy Buttram's The News-Gazette Experience December 2006 - January 2009
Job Gas Station Team Leader at Meijer
Industry Retail
Experience
Meijer July 2011 - Present
Meijer 2000 - Present
Meijer July 2010 - July 2011
Meijer February 2009 - January 2011
The News-Gazette December 2006 - January 2009
Skills
Inventory Management, Merchandising, Assortment, Inventory Analysis
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2001 — 2005
B.S. in Business, Marketing
Meijer July 2011 - Present
Meijer 2000 - Present
Meijer July 2010 - July 2011
Meijer February 2009 - January 2011
The News-Gazette December 2006 - January 2009
Skills
Inventory Management, Merchandising, Assortment, Inventory Analysis
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2001 — 2005
B.S. in Business, Marketing
Sue Outlaw's The News-Gazette Experience 1981 - 1995
Job Asst. Marketing Director (Consumer Division) at Human Kinetics
Industry Publishing
Experience
Human Kinetics June 2000 - Present
Sagamore Publishing/Coaches Choice 1997 - 2000
The News-Gazette 1981 - 1995
Skills
Advertising, Email Marketing, Publicity, Publishing, Press Releases, Marketing Strategy, Online Advertising, Copy Editing, Direct Mail, Copywriting, Social Media, Publications, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Marketing, Editorial, Magazines, Web Content Management, Sponsorship, Books, Blogging, Editing, Marketing Communications, Newsletters, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Proofreading, Strategy, Trade Shows, Online Marketing, Brand Development, Advertising Sales
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1977 — 1981
BS, Advertising, Communications
American Community School of Athens, Greece
High School
Niles West High School
Human Kinetics June 2000 - Present
Sagamore Publishing/Coaches Choice 1997 - 2000
The News-Gazette 1981 - 1995
Skills
Advertising, Email Marketing, Publicity, Publishing, Press Releases, Marketing Strategy, Online Advertising, Copy Editing, Direct Mail, Copywriting, Social Media, Publications, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Marketing, Editorial, Magazines, Web Content Management, Sponsorship, Books, Blogging, Editing, Marketing Communications, Newsletters, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Proofreading, Strategy, Trade Shows, Online Marketing, Brand Development, Advertising Sales
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1977 — 1981
BS, Advertising, Communications
American Community School of Athens, Greece
High School
Niles West High School
Sue Byrne's The News-Gazette Experience 1981 - 1986
Job Senior Editor, Health & Food, Consumer Reports
Industry Health, Wellness and Fitness
Experience
Consumer Reports September 2003 - Present
Reader's Digest 2000 - 2002
Parade Publications 1996 - 2000
The Journal News 1987 - 1996
The News-Gazette 1981 - 1986
Skills
Online Journalism, InCopy, Proofreading, Ap Style, Online Publishing, Freelance Writing, Web Editing, Content Development, QuarkXPress, Headline Writing, Digital Media, Web Content Management, Newspaper Design, Breaking News, Feature Articles, AP Style, SEO, InDesign, Editing, Newsletters, Multimedia, Publicity, Magazine Articles, MovableType, Creative Writing, Content Marketing, WordPress, CMS, Facebook, Editorial, Content Management
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
M.S., Journalism
Eastern Illinois University
B.A., Journalism, Political Science
Providence Catholic High School
Consumer Reports September 2003 - Present
Reader's Digest 2000 - 2002
Parade Publications 1996 - 2000
The Journal News 1987 - 1996
The News-Gazette 1981 - 1986
Skills
Online Journalism, InCopy, Proofreading, Ap Style, Online Publishing, Freelance Writing, Web Editing, Content Development, QuarkXPress, Headline Writing, Digital Media, Web Content Management, Newspaper Design, Breaking News, Feature Articles, AP Style, SEO, InDesign, Editing, Newsletters, Multimedia, Publicity, Magazine Articles, MovableType, Creative Writing, Content Marketing, WordPress, CMS, Facebook, Editorial, Content Management
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
M.S., Journalism
Eastern Illinois University
B.A., Journalism, Political Science
Providence Catholic High School
Kristina Seymour's The News-Gazette Experience February 1996 - May 1999
Job Production Manager at Precision Graphics
Industry Publishing
Experience
Precision Graphics August 2006 - Present
Precision Graphics January 2001 - July 2006
Hobbico January 2000 - January 2001
Hobbico May 1999 - January 2000
The News-Gazette February 1996 - May 1999
Skills
Medical Illustration, Publishing, Technical Illustration, Books, Proofreading, Adobe Acrobat, Art Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Graphic Design, Publications, Project Management, Layout, Graphics, Creative Direction, Editorial, Advertising, Magazines, Brochures, Catalogs, QuarkXPress
Education
Parkland College 2012 — 2012
Certificate of Project Management
Illinois State University
Graphic Design
Precision Graphics August 2006 - Present
Precision Graphics January 2001 - July 2006
Hobbico January 2000 - January 2001
Hobbico May 1999 - January 2000
The News-Gazette February 1996 - May 1999
Skills
Medical Illustration, Publishing, Technical Illustration, Books, Proofreading, Adobe Acrobat, Art Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Graphic Design, Publications, Project Management, Layout, Graphics, Creative Direction, Editorial, Advertising, Magazines, Brochures, Catalogs, QuarkXPress
Education
Parkland College 2012 — 2012
Certificate of Project Management
Illinois State University
Graphic Design
Brett Brickell's The News-Gazette Experience July 2007 - April 2009
Job Sales at Zip Broadband, Inc
Industry Telecommunications
Experience
Zip Broadband, Inc August 2009 - Present
Steamatic April 2009 - August 2009
The Gazette July 2008 - April 2009
The News-Gazette July 2007 - April 2009
1-800-GOT-JUNK June 2006 - June 2007
Fiske Brothers Landscaping May 2006 - June 2007
Dave Vanderwhite January 2006 - May 2006
The Home Depot August 2000 - February 2003
Education
Pikes Peak Community College 2004 — 2005
Business Administration
Fort Lewis College 2001 — 2003
Tourism Resort Management
Pikes Peak Community College Business Administration
Zip Broadband, Inc August 2009 - Present
Steamatic April 2009 - August 2009
The Gazette July 2008 - April 2009
The News-Gazette July 2007 - April 2009
1-800-GOT-JUNK June 2006 - June 2007
Fiske Brothers Landscaping May 2006 - June 2007
Dave Vanderwhite January 2006 - May 2006
The Home Depot August 2000 - February 2003
Education
Pikes Peak Community College 2004 — 2005
Business Administration
Fort Lewis College 2001 — 2003
Tourism Resort Management
Pikes Peak Community College Business Administration
Richard Cibelli's The News-Gazette Experience August 2007 - March 2011
Job Patient Transporter at Carle Foundation Hospital
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Carle Foundation Hospital September 2015 - Present
Carle Foundation Hospital April 2014 - September 2015
Blues Blast Magazine December 2011 - September 2012
The News-Gazette August 2007 - March 2011
WICD Newschannel 15 July 1992 - November 2005
Skills
Advertising, Editing, Public Relations, Blogging, Copywriting, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Newsletters, Newspapers, Online Marketing, Email Marketing, Online Advertising, Radio, Publishing, Magazines
Education
Parkland College 2005 — 2007
Associate in Applied Science, Marketing
Parkland College 1992 — 1994
Associate in Applied Science, Advertising/Public Relations
Eastern Illinois University 1990 — 1992
B.A., Journalism
Carle Foundation Hospital September 2015 - Present
Carle Foundation Hospital April 2014 - September 2015
Blues Blast Magazine December 2011 - September 2012
The News-Gazette August 2007 - March 2011
WICD Newschannel 15 July 1992 - November 2005
Skills
Advertising, Editing, Public Relations, Blogging, Copywriting, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Newsletters, Newspapers, Online Marketing, Email Marketing, Online Advertising, Radio, Publishing, Magazines
Education
Parkland College 2005 — 2007
Associate in Applied Science, Marketing
Parkland College 1992 — 1994
Associate in Applied Science, Advertising/Public Relations
Eastern Illinois University 1990 — 1992
B.A., Journalism
Sueann Hoppock's The News-Gazette Experience February 1998 - May 2000
Job Graphic Designer at Pearl Companies
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Pearl Companies December 2014 - Present
Xapsis Integrated Marketing/Alpha Media Peoria July 2011 - December 2014
Dynamic Graphics/JupiterImages July 2000 - April 2009
The News-Gazette February 1998 - May 2000
National PTA August 1996 - January 1998
The MFI Group (now CMFI Group) June 1994 - May 1996
Skills
Logo Design, Brochures, Corporate Identity, Newsletters, Art Direction, Typography, Graphic Design, Illustrator, QuarkXPress, Print Collateral, Logos, Print Production, Retouching, Layout, Business Cards, InDesign, Flyers, Invitations, Packaging, Visual Communication, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Design, Print Collateral Design, Magazine Design, Logo Development, Pre-press, Posters, Adobe Acrobat, Postcards, Stationery, Collateral Design, Photoshop, Communication Design, Letterhead, Mac, Advertising, Copywriting, Magazines, Image Manipulation, Direct Mail
Education
Illinois Wesleyan University 1990 — 1994
BFA, Graphic Design/Fine Art
Pearl Companies December 2014 - Present
Xapsis Integrated Marketing/Alpha Media Peoria July 2011 - December 2014
Dynamic Graphics/JupiterImages July 2000 - April 2009
The News-Gazette February 1998 - May 2000
National PTA August 1996 - January 1998
The MFI Group (now CMFI Group) June 1994 - May 1996
Skills
Logo Design, Brochures, Corporate Identity, Newsletters, Art Direction, Typography, Graphic Design, Illustrator, QuarkXPress, Print Collateral, Logos, Print Production, Retouching, Layout, Business Cards, InDesign, Flyers, Invitations, Packaging, Visual Communication, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Design, Print Collateral Design, Magazine Design, Logo Development, Pre-press, Posters, Adobe Acrobat, Postcards, Stationery, Collateral Design, Photoshop, Communication Design, Letterhead, Mac, Advertising, Copywriting, Magazines, Image Manipulation, Direct Mail
Education
Illinois Wesleyan University 1990 — 1994
BFA, Graphic Design/Fine Art
Karen Reifsteck's The News-Gazette Experience January 2009 - August 2010
Job Account Executive at Comcast Spotlight
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Comcast Spotlight September 2014 - Present
Comcast Spotlight August 2010 - Present
The News-Gazette January 2009 - August 2010
WCIA-TV 2005 - 2008
WLRW 1991 - 1999
WLRW 1991 - 1999
Skills
Media Planning, Copywriting, Account Management, Advertising, Advertising Sales, Digital Media, Media Buying, Radio Advertising, New Business Development, Sales Presentations, Broadcast, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Marketing, Media Sales, Mobile Marketing, Online Advertising, Radio
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1972 — 1977
M.S., Advertising
Comcast Spotlight September 2014 - Present
Comcast Spotlight August 2010 - Present
The News-Gazette January 2009 - August 2010
WCIA-TV 2005 - 2008
WLRW 1991 - 1999
WLRW 1991 - 1999
Skills
Media Planning, Copywriting, Account Management, Advertising, Advertising Sales, Digital Media, Media Buying, Radio Advertising, New Business Development, Sales Presentations, Broadcast, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Marketing, Media Sales, Mobile Marketing, Online Advertising, Radio
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1972 — 1977
M.S., Advertising
Sue Trippiedi's The News-Gazette Experience September 1978 - October 2000
Job Director, China Executive Leadership Programs at University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign
Industry Higher Education
Experience
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign January 2009 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign March 2008 - December 2008
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign June 2005 - February 2008
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign May 2002 - May 2005
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign October 2000 - April 2002
The News-Gazette September 1978 - October 2000
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelors, Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign January 2009 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign March 2008 - December 2008
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign June 2005 - February 2008
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign May 2002 - May 2005
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign October 2000 - April 2002
The News-Gazette September 1978 - October 2000
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelors, Education
Gautham Attaluri's The News-Gazette Experience January 2008 - October 2009
Job Level 2 Linux Administrator at Acxiom
Industry Computer Networking
Experience
Acxiom May 2010 - Present
VWR International October 2009 - May 2010
The News-Gazette January 2008 - October 2009
Skills
Linux, RHEL, CentOS, VMware ESX, Servers, System Administration
Education
NJIT 2001 — 2004
Acxiom May 2010 - Present
VWR International October 2009 - May 2010
The News-Gazette January 2008 - October 2009
Skills
Linux, RHEL, CentOS, VMware ESX, Servers, System Administration
Education
NJIT 2001 — 2004
Jaffar Haider's The News-Gazette Experience July 2014 - Present
Job Accountant at The NewsGazette
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The News-Gazette July 2014 - Present
CHPA October 2011 - June 2014
National 4-H Council August 2010 - August 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Research, Windows, Outlook, Accounting
Education
State University of New York at Stony Brook 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Business Administration & Finance
The News-Gazette July 2014 - Present
CHPA October 2011 - June 2014
National 4-H Council August 2010 - August 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Research, Windows, Outlook, Accounting
Education
State University of New York at Stony Brook 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Business Administration & Finance
Heidi Opdyke's The News-Gazette Experience June 2004 - October 2005
Job Communications Manager, Marketing and Media Relations at Carnegie Mellon University
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Carnegie Mellon University June 2013 - Present
Carnegie Mellon University July 2008 - June 2013
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review June 2008 - July 2009
Greater Lansing Association of REALTORS March 2006 - May 2007
Jackson Citizen Patriot January 2006 - May 2007
The News-Gazette June 2004 - October 2005
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2004 - December 2004
The Topeka (Kan.) Capital-Journal June 2001 - December 2002
Skills
Social Media, Higher Education, CSS, Finance, Journalism, Editing, Multimedia, Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Online Advertising, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Newspaper, Publications, Storytelling, Newsletters, AP Style, News Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Master's, Journalism
Drake University
Bachelor's, Journalism
Santa Fe Trail H.S.
Carnegie Mellon University June 2013 - Present
Carnegie Mellon University July 2008 - June 2013
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review June 2008 - July 2009
Greater Lansing Association of REALTORS March 2006 - May 2007
Jackson Citizen Patriot January 2006 - May 2007
The News-Gazette June 2004 - October 2005
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2004 - December 2004
The Topeka (Kan.) Capital-Journal June 2001 - December 2002
Skills
Social Media, Higher Education, CSS, Finance, Journalism, Editing, Multimedia, Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Online Advertising, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Newspaper, Publications, Storytelling, Newsletters, AP Style, News Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Master's, Journalism
Drake University
Bachelor's, Journalism
Santa Fe Trail H.S.
Jessica Mattingly's The News-Gazette Experience 2005 - 2005
Job Account Specialist in Marketing at Health Alliance Medical Plans
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Health Alliance Medical Plans August 2013 - Present
The UPS Store 4323 April 2011 - Present
Health Alliance Medical Plans May 2012 - August 2013
Callaway's Yard & Garden November 2009 - May 2010
Private Home Owner January 2009 - September 2009
Health Alliance Medical Plans February 2008 - December 2008
Sage Hospitality August 2006 - September 2007
Newstalk 1400WDWS/ LiteRock 97.5WHMS 2004 - 2006
The News-Gazette 2005 - 2005
Rasmussen's Pool-N-Patio June 2004 - September 2004
Skills
Marketing, Sales, Public Relations, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Hotels, Advertising, Management, Recruiting, Training, Customer Service, Leadership, Event Planning, Fundraising, Time Management
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2002 — 2003
Bachelor, Leisure Studies
Parkland College 1999 — 2001
Associates, Liberal Arts
Champaign Central High School 1995 — 1999
Health Alliance Medical Plans August 2013 - Present
The UPS Store 4323 April 2011 - Present
Health Alliance Medical Plans May 2012 - August 2013
Callaway's Yard & Garden November 2009 - May 2010
Private Home Owner January 2009 - September 2009
Health Alliance Medical Plans February 2008 - December 2008
Sage Hospitality August 2006 - September 2007
Newstalk 1400WDWS/ LiteRock 97.5WHMS 2004 - 2006
The News-Gazette 2005 - 2005
Rasmussen's Pool-N-Patio June 2004 - September 2004
Skills
Marketing, Sales, Public Relations, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Hotels, Advertising, Management, Recruiting, Training, Customer Service, Leadership, Event Planning, Fundraising, Time Management
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2002 — 2003
Bachelor, Leisure Studies
Parkland College 1999 — 2001
Associates, Liberal Arts
Champaign Central High School 1995 — 1999
Frank Pieper's The News-Gazette Experience 1987 - 2013
Job newspaper editor & writer
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The News-Gazette 1987 - 2013
The News-Gazette, Champaign, IL April 2005 - January 2011
Caller-Times, Corpus Christi, TX February 1985 - June 1987
News-Messenger, Marshall, TX October 1981 - October 1984
Mason County Democrat, Havana, IL July 1980 - October 1981
Skills
Newspapers, AP Style, Copy Editing, Editing, News Writing, Newspaper, Headline Writing, Publications, Journalism, Stories, QuarkXPress, Creative Writing, Writing, Columnist
Education
Northern Illinois University 1978 — 1980
bachelor of science, journalism, English
College of Lake County 1976 — 1978
associate of science, college prep
The News-Gazette 1987 - 2013
The News-Gazette, Champaign, IL April 2005 - January 2011
Caller-Times, Corpus Christi, TX February 1985 - June 1987
News-Messenger, Marshall, TX October 1981 - October 1984
Mason County Democrat, Havana, IL July 1980 - October 1981
Skills
Newspapers, AP Style, Copy Editing, Editing, News Writing, Newspaper, Headline Writing, Publications, Journalism, Stories, QuarkXPress, Creative Writing, Writing, Columnist
Education
Northern Illinois University 1978 — 1980
bachelor of science, journalism, English
College of Lake County 1976 — 1978
associate of science, college prep
Jason Starbird's The News-Gazette Experience July 2009 - March 2012
Job Account Executive at WCIATV
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
WCIA-TV April 2012 - Present
The News-Gazette July 2009 - March 2012
Skills
Social Media
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 2006 — 2008
Business Administration, Marketing
WCIA-TV April 2012 - Present
The News-Gazette July 2009 - March 2012
Skills
Social Media
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 2006 — 2008
Business Administration, Marketing
Sally Weeks's The News-Gazette Experience January 1997 - September 2006
Job ProBAR, Pro Bono Asylum Representation Project
Industry Legal Services
Experience
ProBAR, Pro Bono Asylum Representation Project September 2012 - Present
The Brownsville Herald June 2010 - September 2012
Baha'i World Centre January 2007 - June 2010
The News-Gazette January 1997 - September 2006
Skills
Publishing, Copy Editing, AP Style, Journalism, Blogging, Proofreading, Photography, Newspapers, Editing, News Writing, Community Outreach, Social Media, Web Content, Breaking News, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Public Relations, Creative Writing, Online Journalism, Research
Education
The University of Texas at Austin
Master of Arts (M.A.), Journalism and Latin American Studies
ProBAR, Pro Bono Asylum Representation Project September 2012 - Present
The Brownsville Herald June 2010 - September 2012
Baha'i World Centre January 2007 - June 2010
The News-Gazette January 1997 - September 2006
Skills
Publishing, Copy Editing, AP Style, Journalism, Blogging, Proofreading, Photography, Newspapers, Editing, News Writing, Community Outreach, Social Media, Web Content, Breaking News, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Public Relations, Creative Writing, Online Journalism, Research
Education
The University of Texas at Austin
Master of Arts (M.A.), Journalism and Latin American Studies
Dustin Kessinger's The News-Gazette Experience 1996 - 2001
Job IT Support Specialist at City of Lone Tree, CO
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
City of Lone Tree, CO April 2014 - Present
ASPCA April 2011 - April 2014
ASPCA August 2008 - April 2011
Parkland College August 2004 - August 2008
Schnuck Markets, Inc. 2001 - 2006
The News-Gazette 1996 - 2001
Skills
Windows 7, Troubleshooting, System Administration, Windows, Software Documentation, Active Directory, Microsoft Office, XP, Customer Service, Technical Support, Outlook, Nonprofits, Networking, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Training, Microsoft Word, Help Desk Support, VoIP, Server 2000-2008, Windows XP Pro, Lotus Domino..., Lotus Notes, Blackberry, Blackberry Enterprise..., Administration, Access, Windows XP, Windows Server
Education
Parkland College 2000 — 2006
Associate's degree, MicroComputer Support Specialist
Centennial High School 1998 — 2002
High School Diploma
City of Lone Tree, CO April 2014 - Present
ASPCA April 2011 - April 2014
ASPCA August 2008 - April 2011
Parkland College August 2004 - August 2008
Schnuck Markets, Inc. 2001 - 2006
The News-Gazette 1996 - 2001
Skills
Windows 7, Troubleshooting, System Administration, Windows, Software Documentation, Active Directory, Microsoft Office, XP, Customer Service, Technical Support, Outlook, Nonprofits, Networking, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Training, Microsoft Word, Help Desk Support, VoIP, Server 2000-2008, Windows XP Pro, Lotus Domino..., Lotus Notes, Blackberry, Blackberry Enterprise..., Administration, Access, Windows XP, Windows Server
Education
Parkland College 2000 — 2006
Associate's degree, MicroComputer Support Specialist
Centennial High School 1998 — 2002
High School Diploma
Cassie Whipple's The News-Gazette Experience March 2005 - August 2008
Job Executive Services Administrator at Carisbrook Technology Services and Bookkeeper at Boones Landing Dental Center
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Boones Landing Dental Center May 2014 - Present
Carisbrook Technology Services July 2011 - Present
Carisbrook Technology Services March 2009 - July 2011
Carlisle Interconnect Technologies January 2009 - March 2009
The News-Gazette March 2005 - August 2008
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church July 2004 - October 2004
Elgin Community College January 2004 - October 2004
Skills
Dreamweaver, Facebook, Social Media, Windows 7, Help Desk Support, OS X, Adobe Creative Suite, Editing, HTML, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, WordPress, Blogging, Mac, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat, Final Cut Pro, SEO, Access, Content Management, Copywriting, Windows, Creative Writing, PowerPoint, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Marketing, Time Management, Microsoft Word, QuarkXPress, Event Planning
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communication and Media Studies
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communication and Media Studies
Boones Landing Dental Center May 2014 - Present
Carisbrook Technology Services July 2011 - Present
Carisbrook Technology Services March 2009 - July 2011
Carlisle Interconnect Technologies January 2009 - March 2009
The News-Gazette March 2005 - August 2008
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church July 2004 - October 2004
Elgin Community College January 2004 - October 2004
Skills
Dreamweaver, Facebook, Social Media, Windows 7, Help Desk Support, OS X, Adobe Creative Suite, Editing, HTML, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, WordPress, Blogging, Mac, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat, Final Cut Pro, SEO, Access, Content Management, Copywriting, Windows, Creative Writing, PowerPoint, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Marketing, Time Management, Microsoft Word, QuarkXPress, Event Planning
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communication and Media Studies
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communication and Media Studies
Jim Sollars's The News-Gazette Experience October 2000 - Present
Job Phone System Administrator & Client/Server/Network Technician at The NewsGazette
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The News-Gazette October 2000 - Present
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, CSS, Photoshop, HTML, MySQL, Linux, Journalism, Editing, Copy Editing, Social Media, Ap Style, Blogging, InDesign, QuarkXPress, Copywriting, Networking, SEO, AP Style, Facebook, Graphic Design, Multimedia
Education
Danville Area Community College 1998 — 2000
Associate's degree, Computer Networking
The News-Gazette October 2000 - Present
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, CSS, Photoshop, HTML, MySQL, Linux, Journalism, Editing, Copy Editing, Social Media, Ap Style, Blogging, InDesign, QuarkXPress, Copywriting, Networking, SEO, AP Style, Facebook, Graphic Design, Multimedia
Education
Danville Area Community College 1998 — 2000
Associate's degree, Computer Networking
Adam Soebbing's The News-Gazette Experience December 2003 - September 2005
Job Assistant sports editor at QuadCity Times
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Quad-City Times October 2005 - Present
The News-Gazette December 2003 - September 2005
The Daily Egyptian August 2003 - May 2005
Skills
Photoshop, QuarkXPress, InDesign, Ap Style, Web Content Management, CMS, Sports Writing, Copy Editing, Storytelling
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
Parkland College 2001 — 2003
Associate's degree
Quad-City Times October 2005 - Present
The News-Gazette December 2003 - September 2005
The Daily Egyptian August 2003 - May 2005
Skills
Photoshop, QuarkXPress, InDesign, Ap Style, Web Content Management, CMS, Sports Writing, Copy Editing, Storytelling
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
Parkland College 2001 — 2003
Associate's degree
April Cline's The News-Gazette Experience March 1993 - June 1994
Job
Industry
Experience
self employed life coach 2011 - Present
East Richland Community Unit School District February 2013 - May 2014
Flint Ink, formerly BASF March 1995 - April 1999
The News-Gazette March 1993 - June 1994
Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Life Coaching, Teaching, Public Speaking, Team Building, Leadership, Organizational..., Social Media
Education
Martha Beck, Inc. 2011 — 2011
Life Coach Training
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1988 — 1992
Bachelor's Degree, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Psychology
self employed life coach 2011 - Present
East Richland Community Unit School District February 2013 - May 2014
Flint Ink, formerly BASF March 1995 - April 1999
The News-Gazette March 1993 - June 1994
Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Life Coaching, Teaching, Public Speaking, Team Building, Leadership, Organizational..., Social Media
Education
Martha Beck, Inc. 2011 — 2011
Life Coach Training
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1988 — 1992
Bachelor's Degree, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Psychology
Marge Donoghue's The News-Gazette Experience January 2000 - June 2009
Job Registered Nurse at CIMRO
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
CIMRO July 2011 - Present
Diversified Health Care Services Inc. June 2009 - July 2011
The News-Gazette January 2000 - June 2009
Presence Covenant Medical Center May 2004 - June 2006
Nixon Newspapers Inc. May 1995 - January 2000
The Houston Post May 1994 - August 1994
Skills
Hospitals, Nursing, BLS, Patient Safety, Healthcare, Inpatient, Medical/Surgical, Healthcare Management, EMR, Clinical Research, ICU, Patient Education, Cpr Certified, Nursing Education, Medication..., Healthcare Information..., Home Care, Telemetry, Patient Advocacy, Medical Terminology, Wound Care, IV, Medicine, Medicare, Medical Records, HIPAA, Case Management, Meditech
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1991 — 1995
BS
CIMRO July 2011 - Present
Diversified Health Care Services Inc. June 2009 - July 2011
The News-Gazette January 2000 - June 2009
Presence Covenant Medical Center May 2004 - June 2006
Nixon Newspapers Inc. May 1995 - January 2000
The Houston Post May 1994 - August 1994
Skills
Hospitals, Nursing, BLS, Patient Safety, Healthcare, Inpatient, Medical/Surgical, Healthcare Management, EMR, Clinical Research, ICU, Patient Education, Cpr Certified, Nursing Education, Medication..., Healthcare Information..., Home Care, Telemetry, Patient Advocacy, Medical Terminology, Wound Care, IV, Medicine, Medicare, Medical Records, HIPAA, Case Management, Meditech
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1991 — 1995
BS
Melissa Merli's The News-Gazette Experience Arts writerThe News-Gazette1990 - Present
Job Arts writer at The NewsGazette
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The News-Gazette Arts writerThe News-Gazette1990 - Present
Skills
Writes clearly and..., Understands public..., Understands court..., Knowledge of the arts,..., Journalism, Copy Editing, AP Style, Newspapers, News Writing, Art, Photography, Entertainment, Event Planning
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1970 — 1976
Bachelor's degree, Psychology, with minors in sociology and English, Mostly A's and B's
The News-Gazette Arts writerThe News-Gazette1990 - Present
Skills
Writes clearly and..., Understands public..., Understands court..., Knowledge of the arts,..., Journalism, Copy Editing, AP Style, Newspapers, News Writing, Art, Photography, Entertainment, Event Planning
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1970 — 1976
Bachelor's degree, Psychology, with minors in sociology and English, Mostly A's and B's
Jake Kiser's The News-Gazette Experience October 2004 - April 2007
Job Farm Hand & Painter at Reifsteck Family Farm
Industry Music
Experience
Sidney Dairy Barn April 2013 - Present
Reifsteck Family Farm June 2012 - Present
Savoy 16 IMAX November 2012 - March 2013
Sidney Saloon March 2012 - July 2012
The News Gazette October 2004 - April 2007
Skills
Cooking, Cleaning, Music Production, Musicians, Hard worker, Computer Experience
Education
Parkland College 2012 — 2014
Unity High School 2009 — 2012
Sidney Dairy Barn April 2013 - Present
Reifsteck Family Farm June 2012 - Present
Savoy 16 IMAX November 2012 - March 2013
Sidney Saloon March 2012 - July 2012
The News Gazette October 2004 - April 2007
Skills
Cooking, Cleaning, Music Production, Musicians, Hard worker, Computer Experience
Education
Parkland College 2012 — 2014
Unity High School 2009 — 2012
Kay Wheatley's The News-Gazette Experience 1988 - 1992
Job Writer
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
University of Illinois Foundation 1995 - 2003
The News-Gazette 1988 - 1992
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1988 - 1990
University of Illinois Office of Agricultural Communications 1977 - 1985
University of Illinois Cooperative Extension Service 1974 - 1977
Rock Island County Extension Service 1973 - 1974
Gannett Newspapers - Rockford Register Star 1969 - 1971
Skills
Fundraising, Advertising, Direct Mail, Press Releases, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Program Management, Teaching, Public Relations, Corporate Communications
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
B.S. in Advertising - 1969, M.S. in Journalism - 1988, Advertising, Journalism, Summa Cum Laude
University of Illinois Foundation 1995 - 2003
The News-Gazette 1988 - 1992
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1988 - 1990
University of Illinois Office of Agricultural Communications 1977 - 1985
University of Illinois Cooperative Extension Service 1974 - 1977
Rock Island County Extension Service 1973 - 1974
Gannett Newspapers - Rockford Register Star 1969 - 1971
Skills
Fundraising, Advertising, Direct Mail, Press Releases, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Program Management, Teaching, Public Relations, Corporate Communications
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
B.S. in Advertising - 1969, M.S. in Journalism - 1988, Advertising, Journalism, Summa Cum Laude
Independent Newspapers
San Antonio Light
NST
Independent