Experience
Howell Area Aquatics Center   2003 - Present
Michigan Senate  November 2007 - January 2015
Center for Independent Media  September 2007 - May 2008
The Detroit News  July 2004 - September 2007
Livingston County Daily Press & Argus  May 2000 - July 2004
The News Herald   August 1999 - May 2000
Observer Eccentric and Hometown Newspapers  April 1997 - August 1999
The Daily Telegram  June 1996 - March 1997
TheBlissfield Advance   December 1994 - June 1996

Skills
Blogging, Journalism, Research, Press Releases, Political Campaigns, Legislative Relations, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Politics, Public Relations, Writing, Government, Public Policy, Legislative, Editing, Social Media, Election Monitoring, Case Management, Office Administration, Administrative..., Nonprofits, Swimming, Sports Coaching

Education
Florida State College at Jacksonville   1992 — 1994
Associate's Degree, Journalism

Experience
The Oakland Press  August 2015 - Present
The News-Herald  August 2014 - August 2015
Patch.com  November 2013 - January 2014
Plastics News  August 2013 - November 2013
Waste & Recycling News   January 2013 - August 2013
Great Lakes Echo  January 2012 - December 2012
REVUE Mid-Michigan Magazine   August 2011 - July 2012
MSU International Magazine   November 2007 - April 2008

Skills
Online Advertising, Video, Editing, Editorial, Photography, Blogging, Journalism, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Social Media, Facebook, Copywriting, Media Relations, Public Relations, Digital Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking

Education
Michigan State University   2007 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Journalism, concentration in environmental studies at Michigan State University

Experience
The News-Herald  October 2014 - Present
The Long Shot   September 2012 - Present
Enyx Studios   May 2015 - August 2015
Remedi SeniorCare Pharmacy  December 2011 - May 2015
Cleveland State University  June 2013 - December 2013

Skills
News Writing, InDesign, Editing, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Newspapers, Editorial, Publications, Writing, Creative Writing, AP Style, Storytelling, Journalism, Proofreading, Blogging, Content Writing, Grammar, Interviews, WordPress, Fact-checking, Freelance Writing, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Social Media, Game Design

Education
Cleveland State University   2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism and Promotional Communication, Summa Cum Laude

Lakeland Community College   1996 — 1999
Associate of Arts (AA)

Experience
Natural Balance Wellness Medical Center   August 2013 - Present
The News-Herald  March 2013 - Present
Monroe Community College  February 2013 - Present
Natural Concepts Health Counseling   March 2011 - Present

Skills
Public Speaking, Nutrition, Personal Development, Wellness, Coaching, Healthcare, Teaching, Nutrition Education, Healing, Fitness, Lifestyle, Wellness Coaching

Education
George Brown College   1988 — 1990
Culinary Management

Institute for Integrative Nutrition

Experience
Geauga Family Farms   January 2010 - Present
Lake County Business Journal   October 2002 - August 2009
American Images Publishing   2004 - 2005
The News-Herald  1999 - 2001
Cordage Papers   1994 - 1997
Olmsted Kirk Paper Company  1988 - 1990

Skills
Public Relations, Newsletters, Copywriting, Editing, Media Relations, Press Releases, Publications, Publishing, Marketing Communications, Publicity

Education
Cleveland State University   1999 — 2001
Bachelor's, Communications

Lakeland Community College   1997 — 1999
Associates, Communications

Experience
APA Talent and Literary Agency  November 2013 - Present
Mort Meisner Associates   August 2012 - October 2013
WJBK Fox 2 News  September 2012 - January 2013
The News Herald   August 2012 - October 2012
Real Living Cranbrook   December 2011 - June 2012
Zakarin Martinez Public Relations  January 2011 - April 2011
Harpers Restaurant and Brewpub  May 2009 - August 2009
Challenge Aspen  June 2008 - August 2008
Lapides Publicity Giragosian   June 2007 - August 2007

Skills
Facebook, Press Releases, Social Media, Final Cut Pro, Editing, Public Relations, Journalism, Multimedia, Event Management, Broadcast, Television, Photoshop, Film, Radio, Camera, Producing, Broadcast Journalism, Premiere, Leadership, Fundraising, Storytelling, Digital Media

Education
Michigan State University   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Marketing - With Honor, 3.68

Specs Howard School of Media Arts   2011 — 2012
Video, Video/ Film

Experience
Halifax Media Group, LLC  September 2013 - Present
The News Herald   August 2007 - October 2013
Peoples First Community Bank  May 2006 - June 2007
Florida State University  January 2003 - May 2006
Florida State University  October 2001 - January 2003

Skills
Leadership, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Creative, Market Research, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Brand Management, Corporate Branding, Creative Direction, Budgets, Media Relations, Marketing, Press Releases, Graphic Design, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Direct Mail, Strategy, Market Planning, Copywriting, Social Networking, Management, Lead Generation, Training, Sponsorship, Online Advertising, Television, Event Management, Facebook, Online Marketing, Email Marketing, Newsletters, Video, Media Planning, Blogging, Publicity, Integrated Marketing, Direct Marketing, Brand Development, Media Buying, Newspapers, Publishing, Digital Marketing, Copy Editing, B2B, Radio, Digital Media

Education
Florida State University   2001 — 2004
MS, Corporate and Public Communications

University of Montevallo   1978 — 1981
BS, Mass Communications

Experience
West Side Catholic Center  September 2015 - Present
Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester  April 2013 - August 2015
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida  July 2011 - January 2013
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida  May 2011 - September 2011
Cleveland Magazine  January 2011 - May 2011
Berea Children's Home and Family Services  September 2010 - December 2010
The News-Herald  May 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Research, Nonprofits, Grant Writing, Editing, Feature Articles, Journalism, Event Planning, Public Relations

Education
Baldwin Wallace University   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, English

Experience
The News-Herald  April 2012 - March 2014
OfficeMax  September 2005 - October 2009

Skills
Access, Troubleshooting, QuickBooks, Databases, Editing, Data Entry, Time Management, Telephone Skills, Facebook, Social Networking, Editorial, AP Style, Training

Education
Auburn Career Center   2010 — 2011
Certificate of Completion, Office Specialist

Computer Savvy   2010 — 2010
Certificate of Completion, Microsoft Office Specialist Certificate Program

Lakeland Community College   1998 — 2002
Associate of Arts, General Studies

Willoughby South High School   1994 — 1998
Diploma

Experience
Broughton Hospital  July 2012 - Present
Burke County United Way   February 2007 - May 2012
The News Herald   February 2005 - February 2007
Corning Cable Systems  October 1999 - August 2002

Skills
Customer Service, Training, Management, Data Entry, Fundraising, Administration, Leadership Development, Process Scheduler, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Purchasing, Accounts Payable, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Microsoft Office, Administrative..., Administrative..., QuickBooks, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Research

Education
Gardner-Webb University
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Computer Information Systems

Western Piedmont Community College   2009 — 2010
Accounting

Western Piedmont Community College   2002 — 2004
AAS, Medical Office Administration

Experience
Civitas Media  September 2014 - Present
Columbus Wired   2013 - Present
Strong and Courageous   2010 - Present
Tribune Chronicle  January 2014 - September 2014
CYBERVATION INC   2011 - 2013
Arthur Middleton Capital Holdings Inc.   2008 - 2010
White Hat Management  2007 - 2008
Massillon Independent   2002 - 2007
The News-Herald  1999 - 2002
Alliance Review   1997 - 1999

Skills
Media Relations, Social Media, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, Facebook, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Editing, Social Networking, Copywriting, Writing, Web Content, Copy Editing, Advertising, Corporate Communications, Online Marketing, Journalism, Publications, SEO, Content Management, Event Planning, Video, Press Releases, Email Marketing, Internal Communications, Strategic Communications, Newsletters, Radio, Television, Direct Marketing, Multimedia, Interviews, Creative Direction, Marketing, Newspapers, Nonprofits, Brand Management, Content Strategy, Lead Generation, Content Development, Online Advertising, Market Research, Storytelling

Education
Malone College   1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communications (Broadcasting and Journalism)

Louisville High School   1989 — 1993

Experience
Snow Brothers Appliance   August 2002 - Present
The News-Herald  2000 - 2002
Holzheimer's Family Foods   1986 - 2000

Education
Cleveland State University   1986 — 1991
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)

Experience
SIFCO Applied Surface Concepts  January 2015 - Present
Lake Health  January 2010 - January 2015
Lake Health  May 2009 - January 2010
Jr. Properties   May 2007 - August 2008
The News-Herald  May 2006 - August 2006

Skills
Digital Communication, Marketing, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Editing, Email Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Research, Team Building, Management, Promotions, Non-profits, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Newsletters, Sponsorship, Internal Communications, Time Management, Social Media, Community Outreach, Team Leadership, Volunteer Management

Education
Lake Erie College   2010 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Bowling Green State University   2005 — 2009
Bachelors, Marketing

Experience
Chris Langer Photography   June 2007 - Present
Trib Total Media  June 2011 - August 2011
RIT Reporter Magazine  October 2009 - May 2011
The News-Herald  June 2010 - August 2010
Rochester Institute of Technology  September 2009 - May 2010

Skills
Nikon and Canon camera..., Adobe Creative Suite, Apple Final Cut Pro..., HTML + CSS, Adobe After Effects, GoPro, Canon, Nikon, HTML, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, Photography, OS X, Magazines, Digital Photography, Multimedia, Documentaries, Photos

Education
Rochester Institute of Technology   2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Photojournalism

Experience
Kid4Life LLC   February 2014 - Present
Examiner.com  February 2014 - February 2015
TEKsystems  August 2013 - February 2014
Universal Services of America  September 2012 - May 2013
US Army  June 2008 - June 2012
US Congressman McHenry's Office   May 2007 - August 2007
The News Herald   2004 - 2007

Skills
Broadcast Journalism, Networking, Operating Systems, Data Center, Podcasting, Software Documentation, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Maya, Photoshop, OS X, HTML, Public Relations, Unix, apple iOS, Journalism, Web Design, WordPress, Research, Help Desk Support, Military Experience, Game Art, Game Design, Blogging, Management, Customer Service, Editing, Leadership, Social Networking, 3D Modeling, Character Rigging, Computer Animation

Education
Full Sail University   2014 — 2016
Bachelor's Degree, Game Art, 4.0 GPA

University of Phoenix   2009 — 2011
Bachelor's degree, General Studies

Experience
Cleveland Jewish News/Linq 2 Communications  March 2014 - Present
Cleveland Browns  November 2012 - Present
Cleveland Jewish News/Linq 2 Communications  December 2011 - February 2014
The News-Herald  November 2009 - December 2011
The News-Herald  June 2006 - November 2009
Borders  November 2004 - July 2008
The Cleveland Stater  August 2005 - June 2006
University Otolayrngologists   October 1999 - August 2004

Skills
Copy Editing, Blogging, Journalism, Press Releases, Editing, Newspaper, Social Media, Editorial, Storytelling, Publishing, Graphic Design, Ap Style, Public Relations, Feature Articles, Media Relations, Newspapers, Photography, AP Style, Breaking News, Advertising, News Writing

Education
Cleveland State University   2005 — 2006
BA

The Ohio State University   1996 — 2000
BA

Experience
Self- Employed  August 2005 - Present
The News Herald   September 2004 - February 2006

Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, English, Windows, Teaching, Photoshop, Graphics, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Graphic Design, InDesign, Mac, Dreamweaver, Painting, Murals, Acrylic, Canvas, QuarkXPress

Education
Florida State University   1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Studio Art/ Grapic Arts

Daytona State College   1996 — 1998
Associates degree, Basic

DeLand High School   1992 — 1996
Diploma

Experience
Anthem  June 2008 - Present
Anthem  June 2008 - Present
The News-Herald  1996 - 2008
Euclid City Schools  2005 - 2006

Skills
Health Insurance, Medicare, Insurance, Claim, Visio, Process Improvement, Managed Care, Software Documentation, Provider Relations, Requirements Gathering, Healthcare, Healthcare Information..., Business Analysis, HIPAA, Business Requirements

Education
Marietta College   1989 — 1993
B.A., Journalism

Experience
Dakota Wesleyan University  July 2014 - Present
The Daily Republic  August 2013 - July 2014
Quicken Loans  2012 - 2012
Street Insider Dot Com Inc.   October 2009 - April 2011
Lansing State Journal  September 2008 - June 2009
Lansing state journal  2008 - 2009
The News Herald   December 2006 - June 2007

Skills
Sports, Management, Content Management, Teaching, Social Media, Facebook, Press Releases, Journalism, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Social Networking, Blogging, Editing, Newsletters, Public Speaking

Education
Michigan State University   2007 — 2009
MA, Journalism

University of Michigan   2001 — 2007
BA, Communications

Experience
Cardiogirl: 19% body fat, 100% fun   September 2007 - September 2014
Freelance  March 2012 - January 2013
Tribal Blogs   January 2010 - July 2012
The Detroit News  October 2009 - April 2010
Source One Mortgage Services Corporation   October 1992 - October 2000
Electronic Keyline Graphics   October 1991 - October 1992
Inline Graphics   January 1991 - June 1991
The News-Herald  June 1990 - January 1991

Skills
Wordpress Design, Blogging, Feature Writing, Graphic Design, Adobe Illustrator, Copy Editing, Wordpress, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Feature Articles, Editing, Blogger, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Newsletters, Copywriting, Email Marketing, Web Content, Content Strategy, Social Networking, SEO, Online Marketing, Marketing, Creative Writing, WordPress, Publications, Illustrator, Ghostwriting, Storytelling, Proofreading, Freelance Writing, Editorial, Publishing, Journalism, Writing, Magazines, Press Releases, Non-fiction, New Media

Education
Schoolcraft College   2013 — 2016
Associate of Applied Science, Health Information Technology, Dean's List 2013-2014, 2014-2015

Michigan State University   1986 — 1990
B.A., Journalism

Experience
ReviewTrackers  January 2014 - Present
Freelance  May 2013 - January 2014
Technori  September 2012 - May 2013
LessEverything.com   May 2012 - August 2012
Bay County Chamber of Commerce  March 2010 - May 2012
The News Herald   April 2008 - March 2010

Skills
Customer Support, Community Building, Social Media, Public Relations, Marketing, Blogging, Event Planning, Media Relations, Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design, Facebook, Advertising, Event Management, Online Advertising, Media Planning, Photoshop, Editing, Branding & Identity, Marketing Communications, Photography, InDesign, SEO, Illustrator, Brand Implementation

Education
Florida State University   2012 — 2013
Graduate Certificate, Event Management

Florida State University   2011 — 2013
Master of Sience, Corporate & Public Communication

Florida State University   2005 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Professional Communication

Experience
Cuyahoga Community College  July 2014 - Present
Cuyahoga Community College  January 2008 - Present
Kent State University  January 2008 - Present
Cuyahoga Community College  August 2013 - July 2014
Community Times Publishing   January 2008 - 2011
The Catholic Universe Bulletin   2007 - 2011
Trinity High School  January 1999 - January 2008
Sun Newspapers  January 1997 - January 1999
The News Herald   1998 - 1998
Record Publishing Company  January 1996 - January 1997

Skills
Press Releases, Newsletters, Editorial, Journalism, Copy Editing, Teaching, Storytelling, Newspapers, Editing, Feature Articles, Crisis Communications, Public Relations, Writing, InDesign, Media Relations, Fundraising, Communication, Student Engagement, Student Activities, Student-Centered..., Student Recruiting, Student Leadership

Education
John Carroll University   2002 — 2007
M.A, Communications Management

Kent State University   1992 — 1996
B.S, Journalism and Mass Communication

Experience
The News Herald   January 2007 - Present
Chagrin Valley Times   January 2006 - Present
Cleveland State University  January 1981 - Present

Skills
Theatre, Academic Advising, Teaching, Editing, Higher Education, Public Speaking

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1979 — 1981
PhD, Mass Communication

Michigan State University   1977 — 1979
M.A., Communication

Michigan State University   1977 — 1979
M.A., Communication/Child Psychology

Experience
Dallas Morning News  September 2015 - Present
The Dallas Business Journal   May 2014 - September 2015
The Dallas Morning News  January 2011 - May 2014
Dallas Morning News  September 2009 - January 2011
Kent State University  January 2009 - September 2009
The Plain Dealer  2005 - 2008
The Plain Dealer  1999 - 2005
The Plain Dealer  1990 - 1999
The News-Herald  1983 - 1990

Skills
Journalism, Editing, Blogging, Stories, Video, Breaking News, Writing, Copy Editing, Publications, Publishing, AP Style, Photography, Web Design, Multimedia, Photoshop, Wordpress, Teaching, HTML, New Media, Dreamweaver, iOS, iPad, iphone, Android, Mobile Applications, Tablets, Digital Media, Content Strategy, Headline Writing, Ap Style, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Web Content, News Writing, Magazines, Online Journalism, Investigative Reporting, Newspaper Design, Leadership

Education
Bowling Green State University
Bachelor's degree, Journalism

Experience
Luna Sidera Yoga & Wellness, LLC   January 2015 - Present
Luna Sidera Yoga & Wellness, LLC   February 2014 - Present
City of Wickliffe Community Center   November 2013 - Present
The Geauga County Maple Leaf   August 2011 - Present
The News Herald   March 2009 - October 2012
The Medina Gazette  May 2007 - March 2009
Fostoria Review Times   December 2006 - May 2007
The Sentinel Tribune   December 2006 - May 2007
The BG News  August 2005 - December 2006

Skills
Journalism, Blogging, Newspapers, Editing, Storytelling, Creative Writing, Facebook, Multimedia, Breaking News, Video, Broadcast, Film, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Editorial, WordPress, Social Media, Proofreading, Content Management, Online Journalism, News Writing, Feature Articles

Education
Bowling Green State University   2004 — 2006
Bachelor of Science, Journalism (Print) and Minor in Psychology

Experience
The News Herald   October 2014 - Present
Easter Seals NH  October 2013 - August 2014
Easter Seals NH  March 2011 - December 2013
Work Opportunities Unlimited  2008 - 2011
Self  2004 - 2011
Strafford County Community Action   2005 - 2008
Bridges of Maine   2004 - 2005
Lakeview NeuroRehabilitation  2003 - 2005

Skills
Event Planning, Vocation, Volunteer Management, Crisis Intervention, Nonprofits, Enrichment, Conflict Resolution, Workshop Facilitation, Motivational..., Grant Writing, Grants, Program Evaluation, Vocational Education, Youth Development, Higher Education, Coaching, Customer Service, Leadership, Team Building, Public Speaking, Social Media

Education
University of New England   1993 — 1998
BS, Social Work and Psychology

Brattleboro Union High School   1989 — 1993
Diploma

UNH
Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Northern Kentucky University
Counseling Psychology

Experience
Mettler-Toledo International, Inc  June 2013 - June 2015
American Electric Power (via Manpower)   January 2013 - February 2013
SAGA  November 2011 - August 2012
Freelance Web Content Editor   March 2011 - November 2011
Cleveland Metroparks  March 2011 - May 2011
Panama Verde Association   April 2010 - August 2010
EarthCorps  October 2006 - February 2010
The News-Herald  August 2003 - August 2006

Skills
Leadership, Nonprofits, Human Resources, Training, Recruiting, Volunteer Management, Employee Relations, Editing, Management, Project Management, Staff Development, Non-profits, Program Management, Interviews, Strategic Planning, Policy, Grant Writing, Fundraising, Microsoft Office, Organizational..., Conflict Resolution, Team Building, Program Coordination, Communication, SharePoint, Applicant Tracking..., Software Troubleshooting, Problem Solving

Education
Bowling Green State University   1999 — 2003
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism; American Culture Studies

Experience
JohnThorne.com   January 2014 - Present
Automotive Events  May 1999 - Present
Wyse Advertising  November 1997 - May 1999
Hitchcock Fleming & Associates  April 1997 - November 1997
Haselow & Associates   July 1995 - April 1997
The News-Herald  April 1994 - July 1995

Skills
Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Event Planning, Creative Strategy, Automotive Sales..., Technology Training, Motorsports Marketing, Digital Marketing, Automotive, Social Media Marketing, Media Relations, Creative Direction, Motorsports, Social Media, B2B, Relationship Marketing, Strategic Planning, Advertising, Strategy, Marketing, Training, Market Research, CRM, Management, Marketing Communications, Leadership, Event Management, Media Planning, Trade Shows, Team Building, Brand Development, Corporate Communications

Education
John Carroll University   1991 — 1995
Bachelors Degree, Communications

Experience
Royal American Hospitality  May 2012 - Present
Boardwalk Beach Resort   May 2012 - Present
Quality Inn & Suites, Panama City, Florida   April 2009 - May 2012
Comfort Suites Hotel - Panama City / Callaway   April 2009 - May 2012
Best Western Classic Inn & Suites of Bonifay   April 2009 - May 2012
The News Herald   January 2008 - February 2009
Vista Host Hotels, INC  September 2006 - October 2007

Skills
Marketing, Event Management, Sales Management, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Budgets, Public Relations, Social Media, Social Networking, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Project Management, Revenue Analysis, Revenue Forecasting, Copywriting, Hospitality, Marketing Strategy, Sales, B2B, Lead Generation, Facebook, Online Marketing, Email Marketing, Press Releases, Marketing Management, Entrepreneurship, Hotels, Direct Marketing, Hospitality Management, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Account Management, Digital Marketing, Training

Education
Mississippi State University - College of Business and Industry   2001 — 2005
Bachelors, Human Resource / Entrepreneurship

Experience
Newman Campus Ministry   August 2008 - Present
The News Herald   February 2015 - Present
AppleOne  August 2013 - February 2015
TV Talk   September 2013 - May 2014
Archdiocese of Newark  May 2012 - May 2014
Holy Family Radio   January 2012 - March 2013
PHEAA  November 2010 - March 2013
The 16-Bit Catholic Podcast   2012 - 2013
Golden Living  March 2010 - October 2010
Sub Teach USA  February 2010 - February 2010

Skills
Adobe InDesign, QuarkXPress, NewsEdit, Photoshop, Photoshop Elements, Garageband, Audacity, Twitter, Facebook, Web Design, Adobe Illustrator, Ms. Pacman, Blogging, Podcasting, Project Management, Publications, Creative Writing, InDesign, Illustrator, Social Media, Photography, WordPress, Adobe Creative Suite, Skylark Etracker, Array Processing, Radio, Copy Editing, Multimedia, Press Releases, Newsletters, Storytelling, Editing

Education
Arkansas State University   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science, Journalism

Waldron High School   1998 — 2002
High School Diploma

Experience
Lakeland Community College  August 2013 - Present
Self-employed  2012 - Present
Elk & Elk Co., Ltd.   August 2008 - March 2012
The Sun News  October 2006 - May 2008
The News-Herald  May 2001 - September 2006

Skills
Journalism, Photography, Photojournalism, Editorial, Copywriting, SEO copywriting, Content Writing, Web Content, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Digital Photography, Interviewing Skills, Writing, Blogging, Social Media..., Newsgathering, Copy Editing

Education
The Ohio State University   1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism/Photography

Lakeland Community College   1992 — 1997
Associate of Arts, Photography

Experience
AspenPointe  November 2010 - Present
PRSA - Pikes Peak Chapter   January 2015 - Present
AspenPointe  December 2008 - November 2010
The Gazette  September 2008 - December 2008
The News Herald   January 2006 - September 2008
The News Herald   January 2004 - January 2006
The News Herald   February 1998 - January 2004
The Roanoke Times  June 1997 - February 1998

Skills
Nonprofits, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Management, Marketing Communications, Mental Health, Marketing, Leadership, Social Media, Healthcare, Behavioral Health, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Editing, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Fundraising, Program Management, Mental Health Counseling, Coaching, Career Development

Education
Radford University   1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Science, Media Studies (concentration in print journalism)

University of Colorado Colorado Springs   2012 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Experience
Riverside Local School District  August 2015 - Present
United Way of Lake County  April 2011 - July 2015
The News Herald   October 2007 - April 2011

Skills
Event Planning, Press Releases, Editing, Newspapers, Blogging, Facebook, Copy Editing, Public Relations, Newspaper, Storytelling, Event Management, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Publicity, Final Cut Pro, Newsletters, Marketing, Video, Copywriting

Education
Bowling Green State University   2003 — 2007
Bachelors, Journalism

Experience
Falls Communications  November 2012 - Present
Dots  August 2010 - November 2012
The News-Herald  January 2010 - August 2010
Road & Travel Magazine   August 2008 - February 2009
International Car of the Year Awards   September 2008 - January 2009
Central Michigan Life  August 2006 - August 2008

Skills
SEO, Blogging, Public Relations, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Copywriting, Fashion, HTML, Facebook, Social Media, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Marketing

Education
Central Michigan University   2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism, News Editorial, Public Relations

Experience
The News Herald   January 2014 - September 2014
BookIt.com  July 2007 - August 2012
Sprint Nextel (Digicom)   June 2006 - July 2007
SallieMae  March 2003 - May 2006
American Drug Club   February 2002 - June 2002

Skills
Revenue Analysis, Tourism, Online Advertising, Online Travel, Hotels, Management, Online Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Leisure Travel, Leisure, Travel Management, Hospitality

Education
Gulf Coast State College

Experience
PR Newswire  November 2010 - Present
PR Newswire  February 2010 - November 2010
PR Newswire  January 2007 - February 2010
The Cleveland Play House  September 2006 - January 2007
The News Herald   September 2006 - January 2007
Blue-Ize Magazine   September 2005 - September 2006

Skills
Feature Articles, Editing, Press Releases, Publicity, Media Relations, Customer Support, Social Media, Training Facilitation, Photography, Training Programs, Marketing, Training, Radio, Corporate Communications, Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Copy Editing, Social Networking

Education
Miami University   2001 — 2005
BA, Journalism

Experience
Victory Honda   January 2015 - Present
The News Herald   September 2014 - November 2014

Skills
Sports, Sports Coaching, Sports Management, Sports Writing, Social Skills, Public Speaking, Interviewing Skills, Advertising, Social Networking, Sports Marketing, Athletics, Journalism

Education
Schoolcraft College   2015 — 2017

Experience
Florida Institute of CPAs (FICPA)   April 2013 - Present
SmoothSpeak   October 2011 - Present
Nickelodeon Suites Resort  April 2012 - January 2013
Gulf Coast State College  March 2010 - May 2012
Gulf Coast Community College  May 2007 - March 2010
The News Herald   August 2006 - May 2007

Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Event Planning, Public Relations, Advertising, Graphic Design, Photography, Photoshop, Event Management, Marketing, Press Releases, InDesign, Illustrator, Microsoft Office, Proofreading, Art, Publicity, Concept Development, Recruiting, Materials Management, Layout, Direct Marketing, Editing, Project Management, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Copy, Public Speaking, Facebook, Social Media, Copywriting, Integrated Marketing, Publishing, Direct Mail, Publications, Online Marketing

Education
Florida State University   2004 — 2006
Bachelor of Science, Professional Communication

Gulf Coast Community College   2000 — 2004
Association of Arts, English

Experience
K&D Management, LLC   June 2007 - Present
The News-Herald  2004 - June 2007

Skills
Pre-press, Apartments, InDesign, Image Editing, Layout, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Digital Printing, Graphics, Illustrator, Advertising, Marketing, Email Marketing, Microsoft Word, Photoshop, Direct Mail, Microsoft Excel, Brand Development, Editing, Online Advertising, Logo Design

Education
Lakeland Community College   2002 — 2003
Continuing Education, Graphic Design

Notre Dame College   1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Art, Studio Art

Experience
French Creek Medical, LLC   December 2003 - Present
Therapy Things, Inc.   September 1996 - November 2003
The News-Herald  March 1994 - September 1996
Quail Hollow Resort  January 1989 - June 1994

Skills
Entrepreneur, Sales Management, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Physical Therapy..., Rehab Supplies, Clinic Supplies, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Trade Shows, Resistive Exercise Band..., Marketing, Product Development, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Cold Calling, Customer Service, Exercise Supplies, Online Marketing, Taping Sales, Hot and Cold Therapy..., Cubicle Curtain..., Therapeutic Ultrasound..., Exam Glove Sales, Electrotherapy Sales, Hands-Free Ultrasound..., Kinesiology Tape Sales, Wound Care Sales, Massage Supplies Sales, Modalities Sales, Treatment Furniture..., Hand Therapy Supplies..., Therapy Putty Sales, Electrode Sales, Ultrasound Gel Sales, E-stim for Dysphagia..., Physical Rehabilitation..., Columbus, Ohio Sales, Cleveland, Ohio Sales, Healthcare, Sales Operations, Selling, Account Management, Entrepreneurship, Email Marketing, Sales

Education
Sandler Sales Institute, Chagrin Falls, Ohio   2000 — 2003
Presidents Club, Sales

Cleveland Advertising Club   1993 — 1994
Member

Kent State University   1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Science, Advertising/Marketing

Riverside High School (Painesville)   1985 — 1989
Diploma, The College Preparatory Program

St. Mary's School, Painesville, Ohio (now defunct)   1977 — 1985
Elementary School, Ethics, Grades 1-8

Experience
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association  June 2015 - Present
Chernett Wasserman LLC   May 2013 - Present
Baker & Hostetler LLP  March 2012 - May 2013
Cleveland Clinic  May 2005 - March 2012
The News-Herald  February 1998 - May 2005

Skills
Public Relations, Social Media, Writing, Public Speaking, Healthcare, Media Relations, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Research, Non-profits, Editing, Corporate Communications, Microsoft Office, Crisis Communications, Internal Communications, Law, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Contract Negotiation, Executive Media Training, Media Relations Training

Education
Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law   2006 — 2010
Juris Doctor - Cum Laude

Ohio University   1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Science, Journalism - Cum Laude

Experience
Learning About Business, Inc.   2014 - Present
Professional Answering Service   July 2013 - December 2014
The News Herald   April 2010 - April 2014
Taylor Made Home Care   July 2012 - August 2013
Green Door  June 2010 - June 2012
Tec Inc Engineering and Design   September 2008 - July 2010
Perry Area Joint Recreation District   January 2007 - August 2008

Skills
Blogging, Press Releases, Editorial, Social Networking, Writing, Marketing, Editing, Web Content, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Copy, Marketing Strategy, Copy Editing, Selling, Web Content Creation, Marketing Communications, Sales, Social Media, Leadership, Public Speaking

Education
Notre Dame College   1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts, Management/Finance

Experience
Modern Employment   April 1994 - June 2009
The News Herald   1989 - 1991

Education
David N. Myers University   2003 — 2008
BSBA, Management

Lakeland Community College   1983 — 1989
AA, Liberal Arts

Experience
Duetto  June 2015 - Present
Restaurant Hospitality   April 2014 - May 2015
Hotel News Now  September 2010 - April 2014
Questex Media  September 2007 - January 2011
The News-Herald  2005 - 2007
The Morning Journal  April 2004 - June 2006

Skills
Copy Editing, Social Media Marketing, Photoshop, Social Media, Blogging, Budgets, Creative Strategy, Magazines, Content Strategy, Strategic Planning, Journalism, Technology, Editorial, Newsletters, Public Relations, Press Releases, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Web Content, Willing to Go the Extra..., Copywriting, Online Advertising, Editing, Publishing, News Writing, Digital Media, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Corporate Communications, Facebook, Content Management

Education
Kent State University   2000 — 2003
Bachelor of Science, Newspaper Journalism

Mercyhurst College   1998 — 2000

Experience
Panama City Rescue Mission  July 2015 - Present
Lindbot Solutions LLC   December 2014 - Present
The News Herald   April 2011 - September 2014

Skills
Leadership, Social Media, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Event Planning

Education
Gulf Coast State College   2011 — 2013
Associate of Arts (A.A.)

Experience
Squire Patton Boggs  December 2010 - Present
Thomson Reuters  March 2003 - September 2010
The News-Herald  January 2000 - March 2003

Skills
Editing, Publishing, Proofreading, Marketing, Sports, Interviews, Copy Editing, Content Management, Content Development, Newsletters, Editorial, Web Content, Copywriting, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Social Media, Corporate Communications, Public Relations, Time Management, Publications

Education
Ohio University   1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Science, Journalism

Experience
Various  December 2011 - Present
Litigation Solutions, LLC  July 2009 - December 2011
RSight Investigations   March 2004 - July 2009
LRP Publications  January 2001 - March 2004
The News Herald   August 1996 - January 2001

Skills
Sales, Background Checks, Customer Service, Hospitality, Insurance, Microsoft Excel, Risk Management, Sales Management, Social Media Marketing

Education
Florida State University   1991 — 1995

Experience
Ohio Technical College  May 2015 - Present
Journal Register Company/ Digital First Media   June 2012 - September 2014
Journal Register Company  October 2005 - June 2012
The News-Herald  October 2004 - October 2005
Adelphia Media Services  2000 - 2005
Comcast  2000 - 2005

Skills
Advertising Sales, Online Advertising, Digital Media, Sales, Advertising

Education
Muskingum College   1988 — 1991
Bachelor of Science (BS), Design and Visual Communications, General

High School   1982 — 1987

Experience
Parker Hannifin  September 2014 - Present
Avtron Aerospace, Inc.   November 2012 - February 2014
Philips  September 2008 - November 2012
Energy West Inc.   January 2008 - September 2008
The News-Herald  November 2004 - December 2007
Interim Contract Positions   May 2002 - April 2004
Ericson Manufacturing  2002 - 2002
Eckart America  1989 - 2002
Great Lakes Cheese  1987 - 1989
Things Remembered  1985 - 1987

Skills
Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Finance, Budgets, Accounting, General Ledger, Cash Flow, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Analysis, Strategy, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Management, Leadership, Financial Statements, Loans, Creative Direction, Banking Relationships, Cash Flow Forecasting, Purchasing, HRIS, Advertising, Employee Benefits, Strategic Planning

Education
David N. Myers University   1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting

Experience
The Mullett Company   August 2010 - Present
Advanstar Communications  October 2009 - October 2010
Advanstar Communications  April 2008 - February 2010
The News-Herald  March 2003 - April 2008
Sandusky Register  1999 - 2003

Skills
Editing, Copy Editing

Education
Ohio University   2014 — 2016
Master of Science (M.S.), Civil Engineering

The University of Akron   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Civil Engineering

Miami University   1989 — 1994
BA, English/Journalism

Newbury High School   1985 — 1989

Experience
SAE it Write Communications   Compliance Auditor with the Office of Unemployment CompensationState of OhioMarch 2011 - Present
The News Herald   January 1989 - March 2011
Lakeland Community College  September 2008 - June 2010

Skills
Budgets

Education
Cleveland State University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting

Lake Catholic High School

Experience
Northwest Herald  September 2014 - Present
SB Nation  August 2013 - Present
Digital First Media  April 2014 - August 2014
The News-Herald  November 2011 - April 2014
LivingSocial  October 2011 - November 2012
Mansfield News Journal  July 2009 - January 2012
Washington-Centerville Public Library  November 2002 - July 2009
The Post  September 2005 - June 2009
The Columbus Dispatch  June 2008 - August 2008
Cox Ohio Publishing  June 2007 - August 2007

Skills
Writing, Editing, Headline Writing, Copy Editing, Journalism, Facebook, InDesign, Blogging, Photoshop, PowerPoint, QuarkXPress, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Proofreading, Copywriting, Layout, Social Networking, InCopy, Pagination, Social Media Marketing, SEO, Creative Writing, Digital Media, Ap Style, Twitter, Pinterest, Online Publishing, Improvisational Comedy, AP Style, Press Releases, Newspapers, Fact-checking, Video, Books, News Writing, Feature Articles, Online Journalism

Education
Ohio University   2005 — 2009
B.S. in journalism, magna cum laude, Journalism, sociology, political science, 3.781/4.0 GPA

Archbishop Alter High School   2001 — 2005

Experience
Schiffer Publishing Ltd.  November 2014 - Present
Marvel Entertainment  October 2009 - October 2014
The Morning Call  2000 - 2009
The News-Herald  May 1998 - September 2000
The Intelligencer  1996 - 1998

Skills
Editing, Proofreading, Layout, Copy Editing, Publishing, Journalism, Writing, AP Style, QuarkXPress, Creative Writing, Copywriting, Newspaper, Stories, InDesign, Social Media, Editorial, Storytelling, Newspapers, Blogging, Web Content, Advertising, Feature Articles, Breaking News, Publications, Fact-checking, News Writing, Content Development, Magazines, Content Management, Press Releases, Headline Writing

Education
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania   1996 — 1998
BA English, American history, English

Bucks County Community College   1994 — 1996
English

Experience
Lafayette College  March 2006 - Present
The Chronicle Newspapers (The Morning Call)   December 2002 - January 2006
The News-Herald  December 2000 - December 2002

Skills
Editing, Microsoft Office, Writing, Journalism, Newspaper, InDesign, Research, Stories, Public Relations, Press Releases, Proofreading, Photoshop, Wordpress, Word, Interviewing, Copywriting, Newsletters, Media Relations, Creative Writing, Excel, Publishing, Publications, Blogging, Facebook, Books, Content Strategy, Newspapers

Education
Mansfield University of Pennsylvania   1995 — 2000
Bachelor's degree, English Language and Literature/Letters

Experience
City of Mentor  September 2005 - Present
Regal Entertainment Group  July 2001 - February 2008
Cleveland State University  September 2004 - September 2005
Toledo City Paper  April 2003 - October 2003
The News-Herald  January 2001 - October 2002

Skills
Customer Service, Research, Social Media, PowerPoint, Public Relations, Microsoft Excel, Facebook, Critical Thinking, Social Media Marketing, Team Leadership, Social Networking, Management, Data Entry, Storytelling, Customer Satisfaction, Government, Windows, Teamwork, Police, Leadership

Education
Capella University   2009 — 2010

University of Toledo   1996 — 2000
Bachelor's, Communication

St. Therese

Experience
Columbia University  August 2012 - May 2013
The News-Herald  2012 - 2012
Alabama Public Television  2006 - July 2011
The News-Herald  2004 - 2006
2004 NBC 24 News   January 2004 - May 2004
BG24   January 2004 - May 2004
CBS 19 Action News   2003 - 2003

Skills
Broadcast Journalism, Journalism, Storytelling, Television, Broadcast, Editing, Video Production, Camera, News Writing, Documentaries, Producing, Final Cut Pro, Feature Articles, AP Style, Video Editing, Copy Editing, Breaking News, Online Journalism, New Media, Newspapers

Education
Columbia University in the City of New York   2012 — 2013
M.A., Journalism

Bowling Green State University   2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science, Journalism

Experience
FirstEnergy  May 2015 - Present
Itembazaar.com Inc.   April 2014 - May 2015
The News-Herald  August 2012 - April 2014
Morning Journal newspaper  January 2010 - August 2012
California Lutheran University  August 2006 - May 2009
Martin Luther Schule   August 2008 - December 2008
First Energy  June 2006 - August 2006

Skills
Editing, Proofreading, Social Media, Storytelling, Newspapers, Video, Layout, Teaching, Sports, Blogging, Copy Editing, SEO, Content Management, Interviewing Skills, Science

Education
California Lutheran University   2005 — 2009
BA

Experience
Akron Beacon Journal  September 2000 - Present
The News-Herald  July 1990 - September 2000

Skills
InDesign, Perl, Newspapers, Python, Management, AP Style, Copy Editing, Journalism, Editing, News Writing, Web Content, Servers, Project Planning

Education
The University of Akron   2008 — 2009
Computer Programming

Lakeland Community College   1984 — 1986
Photojournalism

Experience
Artist/Writer-Blogger   January 1982 - Present
Brentwood , Tn   August 2007 - January 2013
Department of Treasurey   March 2010 - October 2010
The News Herald   April 2005 - September 2008

Skills
Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Teaching, Blogging, Volunteer Management, Editing, Community Outreach, Creative Writing, Fundraising, Social Media, Social Networking, Leadership, Publishing, Research, Customer Service, Leadership Development, Event Planning, Newsletters, Facebook, Proofreading, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Government, Online Marketing, Photoshop, Published Author

Education
Middle Tennessee State University   1978 — 1982

Middle Tn State University   1977 — 1982
Art, Fine Art

Experience
Lake County General Health District  August 2011 - Present
Lake County Soil & Water Conservation District   August 2009 - May 2010
Classic Auto Group  June 2001 - November 2008
The News-Herald  June 1996 - May 2001

Education
Cleveland State University   2006 — 2010
BS, Environmental Science

Experience
Framed Picture Outlet   April 2005 - July 2011
The News Herald   January 1998 - June 2000

Skills
QuarkXPress, Quickbooks, UPS systems

Education
Gulf Coast Community College

Experience
Dollar General  July 2004 - October 2006
Coldwell Banker  2003 - 2003
The News Herald   2002 - 2002
Walmart  2001 - 2001

Education
Kaplan University   2010 — 2010
Psychology

Chipley High   1996 — 2000
Dipolma

Experience
The Ohio State University  August 2012 - Present
The Merciad   August 2011 - May 2012
The Mercyhurst University Writing Center   September 2009 - May 2012
Erie Times-News  August 2011 - November 2011
The News-Herald  May 2008 - June 2008

Skills
Public Speaking, InDesign, Editing, Research, Newspapers, AP Style, Storytelling, Photoshop, Teaching, Illustrator, Copy Editing

Education
The Ohio State University   2012 — 2014

Mercyhurst College   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts, Communication

Experience
The News-Herald  May 2014 - Present
CBS Radio Cleveland WNCX/ WKRK  July 2013 - Present
Parma Area Community Television   November 2012 - Present
HoopsOnHoops.com   February 2013 - February 2015
Perry Middle School (Lake County, OH)   June 2012 - October 2013
WBWC 88.3 Radio Station  September 2011 - May 2012
WBWC 88.3 Radio Station  May 2011 - September 2011
Good Karma Broadcasting  May 2011 - August 2011
WBWC 88.3 Radio Station  May 2010 - May 2011

Skills
Sports, Radio, Broadcast, Music, Radio Broadcasting, Radio Host, Adobe Audition, Audio Editing, Final Cut Pro, Film, Radio Producing, Social Networking, Video Production, On Air Talent, Audio Post Production, Audio Mixing, Social Media, Facebook, Sound, Television, Video Editing, Video, Broadcast Journalism, On Air, Audio, InDesign, InCopy, Copy Editing, Sound Board Operation, Board Operation, Twitter, Tout

Education
Baldwin-Wallace College   2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts, Broadcasting/Mass Communications

Experience
The News Herald   Cavaliers/NBA beat writerMedina GazetteMedina, OhioSeptember 1981 - May 1990

Skills
Newspaper, Editing, Social Media, Sports Writing, Social Networking, Photography, Newspapers, Storytelling, Journalism, Copy Editing, AP Style, Feature Articles, Blogging

Education
Kent State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism

Kent State University
Bachelor of Science (B.A.Sc.), Journalism

Experience
The News Herald   August 2011 - Present

Education
Euclid High School

Lakeland Community College

Experience
The Shelby Star  January 1992 - October 2011
Shelby Lifesaving and Rescue   January 1987 - July 1995
The Gaston Gazette  October 1988 - October 1991
The News Herald   December 1984 - April 1985
Florence Morning News  November 1983 - December 1984

Skills
Photojournalism, Photography, Digital Photography, Portrait Photography, Travel Photography, Event Photography, Photos, Wedding Photography, Sports Photography, Portraits, Photoshop, Headshots, Blogging, Lightroom, Studio Lighting, Image Editing, Mac, Studio Photography, Landscape Photography, Photo Assisting, Microsoft Office, Speedotron, Team Management, Tax Preparation, Microsoft Excel

Education
Gardner-Webb University   2005 — 2007
Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration and Management, General

Chowan College   1981 — 1983
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Photography

Crest High School   1978 — 1981

Experience
The News-Herald  August 1995 - Present

Skills
trained as a seamstress..., worked in banking &..., also worked as a skip...

Education
Euclid Senior High School

Lakeland Community College
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Busines/Paralegal