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Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Lauren Loya Lauren Loya Overland Park, Kansas Details
Lauren Loya's The Pitch Experience April 2009 - June 2009
Job Print Production Manager at Penton
Industry Publishing
Experience
Penton  January 2011 - Present
André's Confiserie Suisse   October 2007 - December 2010
Andrews McMeel Universal  June 2010 - August 2010
The Pitch   April 2009 - June 2009

Skills
Creative Writing, Project Management, Proofreading, Corporate Communications, Blogging, InDesign, Advertising, Publishing, Digital Media, Direct Marketing

Education
The University of Kansas   2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Literature, Language & Writing

Johnson County Community College   2004 — 2006
Associate of Arts (A.A.)

Emporia State University
Elementary Education and Teaching

Savannah Cox Savannah Cox Kansas City, Missouri Details
Savannah Cox's The Pitch Experience June 2015 - Present
Job Multimedia Specialist at The Pitch
Industry Media Production
Experience
The Pitch   June 2015 - Present
Standard Style/ Baldwin Denim   August 2014 - June 2015
Hibbett Sporting Goods  January 2014 - May 2014
Northwest Missouri State University  January 2013 - May 2014
Seven Model Management   May 2013 - August 2013

Skills
Event Planning, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Social Media, Retail, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Styling

Education
Northwest Missouri State University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Merchandising in Textiles, Apparel, and Furnishings, Senior

Aaron Ladage Aaron Ladage Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Aaron Ladage's The Pitch Experience August 2004 - May 2011
Job UI Engineer at DEG Digital
Industry Internet
Experience
DEG Digital  April 2014 - Present
Aaron Ladage Web Design   August 2006 - Present
Johnson County Community College  January 2013 - Present
VML  February 2013 - April 2014
University of Kansas  November 2009 - January 2013
The Pitch   August 2004 - May 2011
Blue Valley School District  November 2007 - November 2009
Land Line Magazine   August 2004 - November 2007

Skills
Web Development, HTML, HTML 5, CSS, CSS3, JavaScript, Angular.js, Backbone.js, jQuery, extJS, Bootstrap, User Interface, Web Design, CMS, User Experience, Social Media, Web Content Management, MODx, Wordpress, Adobe CQ, Adobe Experience Manager, Drupal, PHP, MySQL, Copywriting, Writing, Ext JS, WordPress, Pizza, HTML5

Education
Iowa State University   1998 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts

Wapsie Valley High School   1985 — 1998

Eric Barton Eric Barton Fort Lauderdale, Florida Details
Eric Barton's The Pitch Experience 2005 - 2008
Job Freelance journalist
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Freelance Editor and Writer  June 2012 - Present
WLRN Public Radio & Television  January 2013 - July 2013
New Times  September 2008 - June 2012
The Pitch   2005 - 2008
New Times  2002 - 2005
Sarasota Herald-Tribune  1999 - 2003
Scripps Treasure Coast Newspapers  1997 - 1999
Fort Pierce Tribune   1996 - 1997
Houma Courier   1995 - 1996

Skills
Newspaper, Investigative Reporting, Storytelling, Journalism, Copy Editing, Editorial, Magazines, Publications, Proofreading, Feature Articles, Ap Style, Blogging, AP Style, Creative Writing, Editing, Content Management, WordPress, Newsletters, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Content Strategy, Newspapers, Copywriting, Video, Media Relations, New Media, Digital Media, Content Writing, Facebook, Publicity, Social Media, Non-fiction, Web Content, Multimedia, Photography, Online Journalism, News Writing, Headline Writing, Publishing, Breaking News, Freelance Writing, Fact-checking, Business Journalism, Magazine Articles, Content Development, SEO copywriting, Creative Non-fiction, Online Publishing, Digital Journalism, Web Content Management

Education
Florida Southern College   1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Science in Journalism

Nadia Imafidon Nadia Imafidon Lawrence, Kansas Details
Nadia Imafidon's The Pitch Experience August 2012 - December 2012
Job Editor at Sunflower Publishing
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Sunflower Publishing   September 2014 - Present
Thrillist  December 2014 - Present
Lawrence Journal-World  October 2013 - September 2014
Kansas African Studies Center   January 2013 - May 2013
Lawrence Journal-World  2013 - May 2013
The Pitch   August 2012 - December 2012
University Daily Kansan  August 2012 - December 2012
University Daily Kansan  January 2012 - May 2012
University Daily Kansan  January 2012 - May 2012
University Daily Kansan  January 2011 - May 2011

Skills
Headline Writing, News Writing, Copy Editing, Stories, Grammar, Magazines, Writing, Layout, InCopy, AP Style, Magazine Writing, Online Journalism, Fact-checking, Newspaper, Journalism, Web Content, Photojournalism, Editing, Blogging, Final Cut Pro, Proofreading, Storytelling, Ap Style, Press Releases, Social Media, WordPress, Feature Articles, Publicity, Digital Media, Publishing

Education
Columbia University in the City of New York   2013 — 2013
Columbia Publishing Course, Book, Magazine, Digital Publishing

University of Kansas   2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Science in Journalism, Journalism, French

ashford stamper ashford stamper Greater St. Louis Area Details
ashford stamper's The Pitch Experience March 2011 - March 2014
Job Designer at TOKY Branding + Design
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
TOKY Branding + Design  March 2014 - Present
The Pitch   March 2011 - March 2014
SSND   2013 - 2013
The Pitch   October 2010 - March 2011
Seebeck Photography   March 2010 - October 2010
Firecracker Press   May 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Photography, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Typography, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Layout, Editing, Art Direction, Illustration, Photoshop, Logo Design, Mac, Pre-press, Brochures, Retouching, Digital Photography, Creative Direction, Art, Corporate Identity, Packaging, Print Production, Graphics, Branding & Identity

Education
Missouri State University   2004 — 2009
BFA, Graphic Design/Illustration

Kevin Kampwirth Kevin Kampwirth Greater New York City Area Details
Kevin Kampwirth's The Pitch Experience 2004 - 2005
Job Senior Copywriter at Organic/BBDO
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Organic  December 2013 - Present
Freelance  2008 - Present
Domani Studios  May 2013 - December 2013
The Barbarian Group  October 2012 - January 2013
Papa Lima   2008 - September 2012
CMJ  2006 - 2008
JPMorgan Chase  2005 - 2006
The Pitch   2004 - 2005

Skills
Writing, Editing, Magazines, Freelance Writing, Research, Online Advertising, Creative Strategy, Content Strategy, Editorial, Proofreading, Copywriting, New Media, Journalism, AP Style, Creative Writing, Social Media, Digital Storytelling, Branded Content, Web Content Management, Publications, Storytelling

Education
University of Kansas   2000 — 2004
B.S., Journalism

Justin Brandt Justin Brandt Dallas/Fort Worth Area Details
Justin Brandt's The Pitch Experience September 2004 - February 2005
Job Campaign Manager Gold II at Dex Media
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Dex Media  August 2015 - Present
Dex Media  January 2015 - August 2015
VinSolutions  August 2013 - November 2014
Google Fiber  July 2012 - March 2013
Flavored New Media   May 2010 - July 2012
Unimed  November 2009 - May 2010
St. Joe Mustangs   May 2009 - July 2009
The Pitch   September 2004 - February 2005
GM Fairfax Assembly Plant/PPG Coating and Specialty-Division of PPG Industries   December 2003 - August 2004

Skills
Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Social Media, Google Adwords, Sales, CRM, Marketing Communications, SEO, Social Media Marketing, Relationship Marketing, Microsoft Office, Communication, Microsoft Excel, Salesforce.com, Coordination, Field Marketing, Account Management, Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing Research, Online Advertising, Leadership, Product Marketing, Market Research, Team Building, Advertising, Social Networking, Lead Generation, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, Google Analytics, Integrated Marketing, Event Planning, B2B, Mobile Marketing, Cold Calling, Project Coordination, New Product Release

Education
Northwest Missouri State University   1994 — 2010
B.S. Marketing, Marketing

Fremont Sr High

Kelsey Borcherding Kelsey Borcherding Kansas City, Missouri Details
Kelsey Borcherding's The Pitch Experience August 2014 - December 2014
Job Illustrator/Designer
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
The Pitch   August 2014 - December 2014
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art  June 2014 - July 2014

Skills
Illustration, Digital Illustration, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Drawing, Painting, Art, Illustrator, Storyboarding, Sketching, Concept Design, Digital Painting, Vector Illustration, Visual Arts

Education
Kansas City Art Institute   2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Illustration

Chris Packham Chris Packham Greater New York City Area Details
Chris Packham's The Pitch Experience December 2008 - December 2010
Job Freelance writer and editor
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Phys.org   November 2013 - Present
Inside Philanthropy   October 2013 - Present
Self  June 2003 - Present
ASME  February 2011 - September 2013
The Pitch   December 2008 - December 2010
Scott Fitness   December 2008 - December 2010
The Pitch   December 2006 - December 2008
Barista, City Market Coffehouse   May 2005 - December 2006
The Cup and Saucer   March 2001 - April 2005

Skills
Social Media, Copywriting, Editing, Public Relations, Photoshop, Event Planning, Non-profits, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Adobe Creative Suite, Writing, News Writing, Creative Writing, Resume Writing, Blogging, Proofreading, Nonprofits, Editorial, Journalism, Publications, Storytelling, Copy Editing

Education
Indian Hills Community College   1991 — 1992
Associate of Arts

Michelle Acevedo Michelle Acevedo Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Michelle Acevedo's The Pitch Experience August 2011 - August 2013
Job MultiMedia Advertising Executive at The Pitch
Industry Internet
Experience
The Pitch   August 2011 - August 2013
Cliq Media Management   May 2011 - February 2012
Airgas  July 2008 - June 2011
Air System Components  November 2006 - April 2008
New Times  November 2003 - March 2006
Abercrombie & Fitch  April 2003 - October 2003

Skills
Sales, Account Management, Salesforce.com, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Management, Customer Service, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Merchandising, Microsoft Excel, Project Management, New Business Development, Business Development, Public Relations, Team Building, Social Media, Cold Calling, Advertising

Education
Rowan University   1997 — 2001
BA, Criminal Justice

Richard Gintowt Richard Gintowt Oakland, California Details
Richard Gintowt's The Pitch Experience 2006 - 2009
Job Owner and DJ at All Ears DJ
Industry Entertainment
Experience
All Ears DJ   July 2007 - Present
The World Company  2003 - 2010
The Pitch   2006 - 2009
Camelsmokes.com   2007 - 2008
Rolling Stone Magazine  2005 - 2005
Pipeline Productions  2002 - 2004
KJHK 90.7FM  2001 - 2002

Skills
Management, Blogging, Editing, Copy Editing, Journalism

Education
The University of Kansas   1999 — 2003
Bachelor's, Journalism

Palatine High School   1996 — 1999

Sarah Norwood Sarah Norwood Greater St. Louis Area Details
Sarah Norwood's The Pitch Experience August 2010 - May 2011
Job Art Director / Visual Merchandising at Brown Shoe Company
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Brown Shoe Company  November 2012 - Present
Freelance Graphic Design and Art Direction   March 2012 - Present
MarketPlace Innovations, LLC   June 2012 - October 2012
St. Louis Magazine  May 2011 - March 2012
The Pitch   August 2010 - May 2011
Riverfront Times (Village Voice Media)   June 2007 - August 2010
Adamson Advertising  June 2006 - June 2007
Adamson  June 2005 - August 2005

Skills
Graphic Design, Draftsmanship, Problem Solving, Conceptualizer, InDesign, Publishing, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Photoshop, Mac, Layout, Logo Design, Creative Direction, Graphics, Branding & Identity, Image Manipulation, Typography, Illustration, Advertising

Education
Missouri State University   2001 — 2005
BFA, Design/Illustration

Jaime Albers Jaime Albers Saint Joseph, Missouri Details
Jaime Albers's The Pitch Experience May 2011 - June 2012
Job Graphic Design Manager
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Highland Community College  2012 - Present
Freelance  February 2007 - Present
Signifiprints   May 2011 - Present
the Pitch   May 2011 - June 2012
Her Kansas City   July 2011 - February 2012
the Pitch   September 2007 - May 2011

Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Typography, Illustrator, InDesign, Graphic Design, Illustration, Logo Design, Advertising, Art Direction, Corporate Identity, Creative Direction, Packaging, Social Media, Layout, Graphics, Publications, Magazines, Editorial

Education
Missouri Western State University   2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science, Graphic Design

Northwest Missouri State University   2001 — 2003
General Studies

Gregory Franklin Gregory Franklin Greater Seattle Area Details
Gregory Franklin's The Pitch Experience May 1999 - January 2009
Job Freelance Art Director Pursuing New Design Opportunities
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
The Royal Basement   August 2014 - Present
Kentucky Chrome Industries   June 2002 - Present
Y&R Group Seattle  May 2013 - July 2014
Seattle Weekly  January 2009 - May 2014
Microsoft  September 2011 - September 2012
Moving Comfort  April 2011 - July 2011
Microsoft  July 2010 - April 2011
The Pitch   May 1999 - January 2009
Rogue Wave (band)   October 2007 - November 2007
VML  October 2004 - April 2006

Skills
Graphic Design, Video Editing, Copywriting, Art Direction, Creative Direction, Advertising, Illustrator, Blogging, Editing, Social Networking, Graphics, Photography, Layout, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Design, Dreamweaver, Marketing, User Interface Design, Corporate Identity, Logo Design, Interaction Design, Photoshop, Typography, User Experience, Newsletters, Mac, Illustration, Brochures, Wordpress, Brand Development, Branding & Identity, Multimedia, Art, Magazines, Image Editing, SEO, Creative Strategy, Email Marketing, Social Media, Digital Photography, Content Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Catalogs, User Interface, Editorial, Posters, Packaging, Digital Media, Direct Mail

Education
Johnson County Community College   2000 — 2002
Associate of Arts, Communication Design, Graphic Design

The University of Kansas   1997 — 2000
Graphic Design, Journalism, Film

Andrea Karsesniick Andrea Karsesniick Greater Pittsburgh Area Details
Andrea Karsesniick's The Pitch Experience October 2012 - October 2012
Job Student at Point Park University
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Abercrombie & Fitch  May 2015 - Present
Treasure House Fashions   September 2014 - Present
Abercrombie & Fitch  October 2011 - May 2015
National Student Advertising Competition  January 2014 - April 2014
Maniac Magazine  September 2013 - December 2013
Strong Women, Strong Girls  May 2012 - May 2013
Mean Girls Art Exhibit   December 2012 - March 2013
MindFox Productions, LLC   October 2012 - December 2012
The Pitch   October 2012 - October 2012

Skills
InDesign, Campaign Building, Photoshop, Drawing, Painting, Written Correspondence, Public Speaking, Integrated Marketing..., Graphic Design, Social Media, AP Style, Media Kit Development, Writing News Releases, Video Production, Illustrator, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Market Research, Advertising, Strategic Public..., Marketing Strategy

Education
Point Park University   2011 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Advertising and Public Relations, 3.7

Sharon Donat Sharon Donat Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Sharon Donat's The Pitch Experience July 2013 - November 2014
Job Managing Director
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
DG Electric LLC   September 2015 - Present
Amazing Play Fun Center   November 2014 - Present
The Pitch   July 2013 - November 2014
Town and Country Leader   February 2011 - June 2013
Outpost Bar and Grille   October 2008 - September 2011
Ecolab  November 2005 - July 2007
Bird Engineering   December 2001 - August 2003

Skills
Social Media, Sales, Account Management, Sales Management, Marketing, Customer Service, Cold Calling, Microsoft Office, New Business Development, Public Relations, Editing, Social Media Marketing, Newspaper, Online Advertising, Newspapers, Leadership, Public Speaking, Sales Process, Email Marketing, Social Networking, Small Business, Sales Operations, Marketing Communications, Blogging, Online Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Publishing, Time Management, Sales Presentations, Direct Marketing, Digital Marketing, B2B, Lead Generation, Trade Shows, Direct Sales, Advertising Sales, Event Planning, Facebook, Market Research, Selling, SEO, Marketing Management, Customer Retention, Media Relations, Management

Education
Kansas State University   1985 — 1989
BS, Management/Marketing

Rachel Krause Rachel Krause Atlanta, Georgia Details
Rachel Krause's The Pitch Experience May 2012 - August 2012
Job Communications Manager at Atlanta Bicycle Coalition
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Atlanta Bicycle Coalition  January 2015 - Present
Velo Vixen Zine   October 2013 - Present
BikeWalkKC  January 2013 - December 2014
True/ False Documentary Film Festival  December 2012 - March 2014
VOX Magazine  January 2012 - December 2012
BikeWalkKC  May 2012 - August 2012
The Pitch   May 2012 - August 2012
True/ False Documentary Film Festival  February 2012 - February 2012
VOX Magazine  January 2011 - May 2011
Boise Weekly  May 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Editorial, Magazines, Advertising, Social Media, Cat Herding, HTML, Content Marketing, Event Planning, Writing

Education
University of Missouri-Columbia   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Journalism, Magazine Journalism

Brianne Lowrey Brianne Lowrey Kansas City, Missouri Details
Brianne Lowrey's The Pitch Experience July 2013 - February 2014
Job .
Industry Security and Investigations
Experience
Kansas City Bier Company   March 2015 - Present
KC Beer Scouts   March 2014 - Present
Securitas  September 2012 - June 2015
The Pitch   July 2013 - February 2014
Lionsgate Wine and Spirits   June 2013 - October 2013
KVC Behavioral Healthcare  June 2012 - September 2012
Fox and Hound  May 2012 - September 2012
Baker University  May 2011 - August 2011
Preferred Family Healthcare  June 2010 - August 2010
Shapes Dance and Acro   August 2002 - February 2010

Skills
Higher Education, Policy, Clinical Research, Critical Thinking, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Research, Student Affairs, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis, Social Media, Fundraising, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Multi Tasking, Dispatching, High Energy Level, High Pressure..., High Stress Environment, Fast-paced, Writing, Creative Writing, General Office Skills, Microsoft Word, Time Management, Security, Security Clearance, Nonprofits, Outlook

Education
Baker University   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Sociology

Carrollton High School   2004 — 2008

Colby Bredensteiner Colby Bredensteiner Kansas City, Missouri Details
Colby Bredensteiner's The Pitch Experience May 2013 - August 2013
Job Graphic Designer at JE Dunn Construction
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
JE Dunn Construction  March 2015 - Present
Westfall GMC Truck  October 2014 - March 2015
Knacktive*  January 2014 - April 2014
Phi Sigma Kappa  March 2013 - April 2014
Carlson Seed   May 2013 - December 2013
The Pitch   May 2013 - August 2013

Skills
Graphic Design, Web Design, Logo Design, Drawing, Advertising, Media Planning, SEO, Online Traffic, Script-writing, Media Writing, Basecamp, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe Flash, Lightwave 3D, InDesign, Journalism, Illustrator, Photoshop

Education
Northwest Missouri State University   2009 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Interactive Digital Media: Visual Imaging & New Media (double concentration) Minor- Advertising, Senior

Scott Sheu Scott Sheu Greater New York City Area Details
Scott Sheu's The Pitch Experience February 2010 - December 2010
Job MBA Candidate, The Fuqua School of Business at Fuqua School of Business
Industry Philanthropy
Experience
Fuqua School of Business  July 2015 - Present
The Museum of Modern Art  November 2013 - May 2015
Deutsche Bank  January 2012 - November 2013
Van Go, Inc.   January 2011 - December 2011
Spencer Museum of Art, KU   August 2010 - December 2010
The Pitch   February 2010 - December 2010
University of Kansas  September 2009 - December 2010
Arts and Business Council of New York  June 2010 - August 2010
City Year  2006 - 2007

Skills
Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Grants, Program Management, Research, Social Networking, Non-profits, Press Releases, Program Development

Education
Duke University - The Fuqua School of Business   2015 — 2017
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

University of Kansas   2007 — 2010
B.A.

Oxford University   2009 — 2009

University of Missouri-Columbia   2005 — 2006

Ian Sady Ian Sady Rockport, Maine Details
Ian Sady's The Pitch Experience November 2014 - Present
Job Hops Farmer/Property Manager
Industry Construction
Experience
Ducktrap River Hops   April 2009 - Present
Beauchamp Properties   November 2014 - Present
The Pitch   November 2014 - Present
Omni Construction  November 2005 - October 2014

Skills
Project Estimation, Construction, Construction Management, Value Engineering, MS Project, Contract Management, Project Planning, Project Management

Education
Brown University   1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering

Lorna (Perry) Depaul Lorna (Perry) Depaul Portland, Oregon Details
Lorna (Perry) Depaul's The Pitch Experience January 2007 - January 2009
Job Large Loss Contents Field Adjuster at Allstate
Industry Legal Services
Experience
Allstate  September 2014 - Present
Allstate  April 2013 - September 2014
Kivel & Howard   November 2012 - April 2013
The Pitch Weekly   January 2009 - July 2012
Tekserve  January 2010 - June 2010
The Pitch   January 2007 - January 2009
The Pitch   July 2006 - January 2007
The Pitch   April 2005 - July 2006
Waldo Pizza   June 2001 - April 2005
Kit McCracken Advertising   April 2000 - June 2001

Skills
Editing, Proofreading, Advertising, Editorial, Layout

Education
PCC   2011 — 2013

University of Missouri-Kansas City   1998 — 2004
American Studies, Minor in Studio Art

Owen Morris Owen Morris Austin, Texas Area Details
Owen Morris's The Pitch Experience June 2008 - July 2009
Job Signal OIC at 17 Calvary Regiment
Industry Military
Experience
1-7 Calvary Squadron   September 2011 - Present
498th CSSB   August 2010 - August 2011
The Pitch   June 2008 - July 2009

Skills
A+ Certified, Security+, CompTIA Network+, SSCP

Education
Miami Ad School   2007 — 2008
Account Planning

University of Kansas   2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism

Crystal K. Wiebe Crystal K. Wiebe Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Crystal K. Wiebe's The Pitch Experience November 2006 - March 2011
Job Writer. Marketer. Social Promoter.
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Beer Paws LLC   May 2013 - Present
Staples Promotional Products  March 2011 - Present
WaywardDogs.com   February 2011 - Present
The Pitch   November 2006 - March 2011
City Tavern  February 2009 - January 2010
Harp Magazine   2006 - 2007
St. Joseph News-Press  October 2005 - November 2006
Press-Republican  2005 - 2005
Creem magazine  2003 - 2005
The Gazette  May 2004 - August 2004

Skills
Storytelling, Content Marketing, InDesign, Blogging, Editing, Social Media, Newsletters, Corporate Blogging, Marketing Strategy, Event Based Marketing, Copywriting, Community Management, Journalism, Promotional Copy, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Proofreading, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Creative Writing, Adobe Creative Suite, News Writing, New Media, Entertainment, Email Marketing, Web Content, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Online Marketing, Marketing, Writing, Corporate Communications, Facebook, WordPress, SEO, Content Strategy, Media Relations

Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln   2000 — 2005
Bachelor's Degrees, Journalism and English

Beatrice High School

Metropolitan Community College-Penn Valley

Hannah Brazee Gregory Hannah Brazee Gregory Portland, Maine Area Details
Hannah Brazee Gregory's The Pitch Experience September 1991 - September 1992
Job Nonprofit PR & Branding Expert Chief Creative Officer, SHOESTRING (the nonprofit's agency)
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
SHOESTRING: the nonprofit's agency   January 1998 - Present
UMKC  May 2000 - May 2001
America's Promise  September 1999 - September 2000
Children's Mercy Hospital  August 1997 - August 1999
American Century Investments  May 1997 - September 1997
University of Kansas  August 1994 - June 1996
LeMars Daily Sentinal   August 1992 - May 1993
The Pitch   September 1991 - September 1992
University Photography  August 1990 - August 1992
Topeka Metro News   September 1991 - May 1992

Skills
Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Marketing, Newsletters, Brand Development, Integrated Marketing, Non-profits, Social Media, Graphic Design, Public Speaking, Corporate Communications, Email Marketing, Press Releases, Photography, Media Relations, Nonprofits, Leadership, Web Design, Blogging, Brochures, New Media, Digital Media, Website Development, Versatile Writer, Digital Strategy, Logo Design, Editorial, Creative Direction, Direct Mail, Marketing Strategy, Fundraising, Online Marketing, Corporate Branding, Strategic Communications, SEO

Education
University of Kansas   1992 — 1996
Journalism: Business Communications & Advertising (William Allen White School of Journalism)

Jose Garibaldi Jose Garibaldi Greater Los Angeles Area Details
Jose Garibaldi's The Pitch Experience June 2004 - May 2005
Job Character Designer at Nickelodeon Animation Studios
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Nickelodeon Animation Studios  June 2011 - Present
Scholastic  November 2011 - April 2015
Mad Magazine/ DC comics   2005 - 2015
Six Point Harness  November 2010 - June 2011
Kunoichi, Inc.   January 2008 - September 2010
JRL Enterprises  July 1999 - December 2007
Scholastic  July 2007 - November 2007
Dark Horse Comics  June 2004 - November 2005
The Pitch   June 2004 - May 2005
Oni Press  October 2002 - December 2003

Skills
Character Animation, Illustration, Illustrator, Comic Books, Storyboarding, Comics, Flash Animation, Concept Design, Digital Painting, Flash, character design, Photoshop, Graphics, Cartoons, Layout, Art, Painting, Logo Design, Vector Illustration, Digital Illustration, Drawing, Graphic Design, Character Designs, Creative Direction, Sketching, 3D, Caricatures, Background Art, Packaging, Traditional Animation, Computer Animation, Conceptual Art, Computer Graphics, Graphic Novels, Toon Boom, Digital Art, After Effects

Education
American Academy of Art   1996 — 1997

Dana Self Dana Self Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Dana Self's The Pitch Experience February 2007 - June 2009
Job freelance art reviewer at The Kansas City Star
Industry Museums and Institutions
Experience
The Kansas City Star  2010 - Present
UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance  November 2006 - Present
independent curator and writer   September 2006 - Present
The Pitch   February 2007 - June 2009
Knoxville Museum of Art  July 2004 - October 2006
Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art  February 1996 - August 2003

Skills
Art History, Art, Writing, Museums, Public Speaking, Research, Non-profits, Contemporary Art, Art Exhibitions, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Fine Art, Publishing, Printmaking, Event Planning, Art Education, Editing, Creative Writing, Painting, Copy Editing, Galleries, Blogging, Curating, Advertising, Art Criticism, History, Studio Art, Adobe Creative Suite, Fundraising, Graphic Design, Photography, Public Relations, Marketing, Grant Writing, Theatre, Art Handling, Books, Community Outreach, Visual Arts, Photoshop, Publications, Teaching, Newsletters, Media Relations, Museum Collections, Volunteer Management, Journalism, Arts Administration, Social Media, Magazines

Education
The University of Kansas   1981 — 1984
M.A., Art History

Stephens College   1977 — 1981
B.A., Art History

Jessica Stegeman Jessica Stegeman Erie, Colorado Details
Jessica Stegeman's The Pitch Experience October 2010 - September 2011
Job Administrative Assistant at Weld County School District 6
Industry Primary/Secondary Education
Experience
Weld County School District 6  April 2013 - Present
Connections Academy  May 2012 - October 2012
The Pitch   October 2010 - September 2011
Sitter Solutions   September 2008 - August 2010
Persea Books  August 2009 - December 2009

Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, English, Research, Outlook, HTML, Adobe Acrobat, Ultipro, MathType, SnagIt, Customer Service, Training, Windows, Linux, Mac

Education
University of Missouri-Columbia   2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English

Maple Woods Community College   2006 — 2007
Associate of Arts (A.A.)

Life Christian Academy

Jessica Kittams Jessica Kittams Kansas City, Missouri Details
Jessica Kittams's The Pitch Experience August 2015 - Present
Job Communications | Production
Industry Media Production
Experience
The Pitch   August 2015 - Present
Useagility   April 2015 - July 2015
Self-employed  May 2012 - March 2015
Upswell   November 2013 - January 2014
OPB  April 2013 - November 2013
Fix Studio  October 2012 - June 2013
Transom Story Workshop at Atlantic Public Media   April 2012 - May 2012
Deschutes Brewery  June 2008 - March 2012

Skills
Blogging, Food, Copywriting, Photoshop, Photography, Event Planning, Beer, Cooking, Marketing, Editing, Public Relations, Social Media, Event Management, Illustrator, Graphic Design, PowerPoint, Final Cut Pro, Customer Service, Video Production, Video Editing, Social Networking, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media Marketing, Creative Writing, Broadcast, Storytelling, Writing, Radio

Education
Portland State University   2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies

Chapman University   2001 — 2003
Advertising

Brandon Frederick Brandon Frederick Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Brandon Frederick's The Pitch Experience September 2010 - December 2010
Job CoFounder at The Roost Gallery
Industry Fine Art
Experience
MyARTS   November 2014 - Present
Resources for Human Development  October 2011 - Present
The Roost Gallery   March 2011 - June 2013
The Pitch   September 2010 - December 2010

Skills
Curating, Photography, Final Cut Pro, Microsoft Office, Fine Art, InDesign, Art, Image Editing, Illustrator, Photoshop, Lighting, Digital Photography, Visual Arts, Fine Art Photography, Adobe Creative Suite

Education
Kansas City Art Institute   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Photography/Digital Filmmaking

David Hudnall David Hudnall Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
David Hudnall's The Pitch Experience September 2013 - Present
Job Staff Writer at The Pitch
Industry Publishing
Experience
The Pitch   September 2013 - Present
The Pitch   May 2011 - September 2013
BG+H Publishing  June 2008 - May 2011

Skills
Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Editing, Publications, Creative Writing, Journalism, Proofreading, Copywriting, Magazines, Blogging, Ap Style, Press Releases, Social Media, Editorial, Writing

Education
University of Missouri-Columbia   2000 — 2004

DePaul University
M.A., Writing and Publishing

Frank Galinsky Frank Galinsky Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Frank Galinsky's The Pitch Experience 1997 - 2000
Job Account Executive at Insight Design Display
Industry Retail
Experience
Insight Design Display   October 2010 - January 2012
MMGWORKS, a division of MMG Worldwide   2004 - 2009
EBE, a Dynamic Computer Solutions, Inc. Company   February 2004 - November 2004
Dynamic Computer Solutions  2001 - 2004
The Pitch   1997 - 2000

Skills
Strong customer service, Performs well in..., Works effectively with..., Excellent time..., Goal oriented and..., Microsoft:Word, Excel,..., AcctVantage., ACT!2000., IBM AS/400., DataModes., GoldMine., SunType., GroupWise, CorelDraw., Aldus Freehand.

Education
Mississippi State University   1983 — 1985
BFA, Graphic Design

Shawn Edwards Shawn Edwards Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Shawn Edwards's The Pitch Experience August 1997 - November 2000
Job Director at Kansas City Jewish Film Festival
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Kansas City Jewish Film Festival   June 2014 - Present
Movie Trip TV   April 2015 - Present
Nikki Love Productions   May 2008 - Present
Fox 4 News  July 2000 - Present
FGW Productions  April 2008 - January 2014
Phillips-West Public Relations and Communications   May 2004 - November 2010
The Pitch   August 1997 - November 2000

Skills
Television, Press Releases, Film, Entertainment, Public Relations, Music, Video Production, Interviews, Festivals, Broadcast, Fashion, Media Relations

Education
Morehouse College
Television/Film Production

University of Missouri-Kansas City   1993 — 1995
BA, Communications

Steve Vockrodt Steve Vockrodt Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Steve Vockrodt's The Pitch Experience April 2013 - Present
Job Staff Writer at The Pitch
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The Pitch   April 2013 - Present
Kansas City Business Journal  September 2011 - March 2013
Kansas City Business Journal  June 2007 - September 2011
True/Slant  October 2009 - June 2010

Skills
Sysomos, Journalism, Newspaper, Breaking News, News Writing, Interactive Storytelling, Wordpress, Storytelling, Podcasting, Subbing, Blogging, Newspapers, Copywriting, Headline Writing, AP Style, Copy Editing, Online Journalism, Editorial, Feature Articles, Proofreading, Political Reporting, Publications, WordPress

Education
The University of Kansas   2000 — 2005
B.S., Journalism

Jeremy Luther Jeremy Luther Kansas City, Missouri Details
Jeremy Luther's The Pitch Experience February 2014 - Present
Job Art Director, Illustrator, Designer, Instructor, Tiny House Builder/Liver with a Beard of Sincerity
Industry Publishing
Experience
Kansas City Art Institute  August 2015 - Present
Tiny House Collective Kansas City   March 2015 - Present
The Pitch   February 2014 - Present
Tiny House Creative   December 2013 - Present
Jeremy Luther   December 2005 - Present
Benedictine College  December 2013 - December 2014
This Land Press  2011 - 2013

Skills
Illustration, Art Direction, Illustrator, Books, Drawing, Photoshop, InDesign, Printmaking, Painting, Graphic Design, Letterpress, Graphics, Digital Photography, Digital Illustration, Web Design, Teaching, Creative Direction, Art, Posters, Magazines, Adobe Creative Suite

Education
Kansas City Art Institute   2000 — 2007
Double Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Graphic Arts and Art History

Folkesuniversitet i Oslo   2009 — 2009
Level 2 Certification, Norwegian Language

Jenna Jakowatz Jenna Jakowatz Ann Arbor, Michigan Details
Jenna Jakowatz's The Pitch Experience September 2011 - December 2011
Job Guest Relations Associate at Busch's Inc
Industry Retail
Experience
KU Alumni Association Ann Arbor   February 2015 - Present
Busch's Inc  September 2014 - Present
University Daily Kansan  January 2013 - July 2013
The Pitch   September 2011 - December 2011
Runners High  July 2008 - August 2010

Skills
Layout, Feature Articles, Ap Style, News Writing, Journalism, Creative Writing, Editing, Blogging, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Newspaper, Proofreading, Magazines, Publications, Editorial, Copywriting, Social Media, AP Style, Facebook, Online Journalism, Newspapers, Web Content

Education
University of Kansas   2009 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Journalism

Northwood High School   2005 — 2009

Brent Shepherd Brent Shepherd Auburn, Washington Details
Brent Shepherd's The Pitch Experience September 2008 - Present
Job Writer, Editor, Web Publisher, Gun for Hire
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Franklin Templeton Investments  August 2010 - Present
The Pitch   September 2008 - Present
Benton Elementary Productions, LLC.   July 2000 - July 2014
Disney Auctions, LLC.   April 2001 - January 2006

Skills
Editing, Storytelling, Online Advertising, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Web Content, HTML, Content Management, Content Development, Copywriting, Proofreading

Education
University of Kansas   1985 — 1990
Bachelor of Science, Journalism

Kendrick Blackwood Kendrick Blackwood United States Details
Kendrick Blackwood's The Pitch Experience November 2000 - December 2005
Job High School English Teacher
Industry Primary/Secondary Education
Experience
Shawnee Mission School District  CopywriterBreakthrough Marketing+Design+TechnologyJanuary 2012 - July 2013
City of Kansas City, MO  May 2007 - April 2011
The Pitch   November 2000 - December 2005
Lawrence Journal-World  July 1998 - November 2000
Omaha World Herald  July 1994 - July 1998
Wichita Falls Times-Record News  July 1992 - July 1994

Skills
Editing, Blogging, Editorial, Facebook, Social Media, Copywriting, Entertainment, Journalism, Media Relations, Publications, Government, Public Relations, Event Planning, Advertising, Copy Editing, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Storytelling, Community Development, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management

Education
Avila University   2012 — 2013
Teaching Certification, Secondary English/Language Arts

Texas Christian University   1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Arts, English

Rafaella Chaves Rafaella Chaves Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Rafaella Chaves's The Pitch Experience May 2012 - October 2012
Job Graphic Designer at the VFW
Industry Design
Experience
VFW National Headquarters   November 2012 - Present
Club North Volleyball   October 2013 - Present
Rafaella Chaves Designs   January 2009 - November 2012
The Pitch   May 2012 - October 2012
PlattForm Advertising  May 2011 - August 2011
The Pitch   January 2011 - June 2011

Skills
Graphic Design, Logo Design, Brochures, Web Design, Graphics, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Illustrator, Art, Dreamweaver, HTML, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Photography, Stationery, Illustration, PowerPoint, Mac, Joomla, Maya, EFI Fiery

Education
Park University   2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Graphic Design

Leonardo da Vinci   2005 — 2007

Mandy Oaklander Mandy Oaklander New York, New York Details
Mandy Oaklander's The Pitch Experience August 2010 - January 2011
Job Health editor and writer at TIME Magazine/TIME.com
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Time Magazine  August 2014 - Present
Prevention magazine and Prevention.com, Rodale   April 2012 - August 2014
Freelance Writer  October 2011 - July 2014
Houston Press  February 2011 - September 2011
The Pitch   August 2010 - January 2011
India Tribune   June 2008 - December 2009
Condé Nast  June 2009 - August 2009
BusinessWeek  March 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Dance critic, Still photography, Blogging, Newspaper, Storytelling, Editing, Magazines, Feature Articles, Journalism, News Writing, Copy Editing, Editorial, Online Journalism, Investigative Reporting, Web Content, Still Photography, Ap Style, Breaking News, Publications, Newspapers, Freelance Writing, Fact-checking

Education
Northwestern University   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism

Justin Kendall Justin Kendall Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Justin Kendall's The Pitch Experience October 2011 - Present
Job Managing Editor at The Pitch
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The Pitch   October 2011 - Present
The Pitch   May 2011 - Present
The Pitch/Village Voice Media   July 2005 - Present
The Pitch/Village Voice Media   January 2009 - October 2011
CityView  April 2002 - April 2005
American Society of Magazine   June 2001 - August 2001

Skills
Editing, Facebook, Blogging, Copy Editing, Ap Style, Feature Articles, Journalism, Copywriting, Publications, News Writing, Storytelling, Magazines, Social Media, Proofreading, Newspaper, Newsletters, Editorial, Content Management, Media Relations, AP Style, Web Content, New Media, Freelance Writing, Content Strategy, Online Journalism, Web Content Management, Content Development, Newspapers

Education
Iowa State University   1999 — 2002
BA, Journalism

Des Moines Area Community College   1996 — 1998
A.A. and A.S, Liberal Arts

Emily (Johnson) Hagen Emily (Johnson) Hagen Prairie Village, Kansas Details
Emily (Johnson) Hagen's The Pitch Experience January 2011 - September 2011
Job Real Estate Agent at The Michael Hagen Group at Keller Williams Realty Key Partners, LLC
Industry Real Estate
Experience
The Michael Hagen Group at Keller Williams Realty   May 2015 - Present
Allied Global Services  October 2012 - May 2015
The Pitch   January 2011 - September 2011
Chili's  October 2007 - September 2011

Skills
Recruiting, Staffing Services, New Hire Orientations, Interviews, Resume Writing, Account Management, Temporary Staffing, Sourcing, Temporary Placement, Coaching Staff, Job Coaching, Teamwork, News Writing, Organizational..., Project Management, Training, Coaching, Leadership, Screening Resumes, Management, Customer Service, Skill Marketing, CareerBuilder, Microsoft Office, Editing, Sales

Education
The University of Kansas   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism, French, 3.7 GPA

Kansas City Christian

Abbie Stutzer Abbie Stutzer Lawrence, Kansas Area Details
Abbie Stutzer's The Pitch Experience January 2011 - January 2013
Job Owner of Ginchy!, quirky words for odd people, places, and things
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Great Harvest Bread Co.  September 2015 - Present
Ginchy   March 2009 - Present
Nate's American Made   April 2013 - Present
Seedstock   January 2013 - Present
Organic Authority and EcoSalon   July 2011 - Present
Robstan Group, Inc.   September 2012 - Present
The Pitch   January 2011 - January 2013
BthroughZ   June 2010 - June 2011
Simply Sparkling Cleaning Service   March 2010 - August 2010
The Packer   May 2009 - August 2010

Skills
Blogging, Writing, Social Media, Copywriting, SEO copywriting, Journalism, Women's Health, Organics, Urban Gardening, Sustainability, Editing, Sexuality Education, Sexual Health, Critique, Film Criticism, Small Business Online...

Education
University of Kansas   2005 — 2008
MSJ, Journalism, political science, and peace and conflict studies.

Hayley Bartels Hayley Bartels Greater New York City Area Details
Hayley Bartels's The Pitch Experience May 2012 - August 2012
Job Photo Editor & Photojournalist
Industry Media Production
Experience
Freelance  January 2013 - Present
Rolling Stone Magazine  May 2014 - November 2014
NPR  June 2013 - September 2013
VOX Magazine  January 2013 - May 2013
University of Missouri  August 2012 - May 2013
The Pitch   May 2012 - August 2012
Columbia Missourian  August 2011 - August 2012
VOX Magazine  January 2011 - June 2011
MRB Productions  August 2010 - January 2011
Universal Pictures International Entertainment  January 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Editing, Photography, Digital Photography, Final Cut Pro, Videography, Multimedia, Social Media, Video Editing, New Media, Photojournalism, Photoshop, Audio Editing, InDesign, Online Journalism, Art Direction, Breaking News, Writing, Image Processing, Web Design, Magazine Design, Illustrator, Studio Lighting, Copy Editing

Education
University of Missouri-Columbia
Master's Degree

University of California, Santa Barbara
Bachelor's Degree

University of Chicago
graduate coursework

Caleb Goellner Caleb Goellner Portland, Oregon Area Details
Caleb Goellner's The Pitch Experience August 2007 - April 2010
Job Freelance Comic Book Writer at IDW Publishing
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
IDW Publishing  January 2015 - Present
Wacom Americas  May 2014 - Present
ComicsAlliance   May 2009 - May 2014
Wizard Magazine   July 2009 - January 2011
MTV Networks  2008 - 2011
The Pitch   August 2007 - April 2010
ToplessRobot.com   October 2008 - February 2010
Olathe Public Library  January 2001 - September 2009

Skills
Social Networking, Social Media, Editorial, Comic Books, Blogging, Books, Editing, Pop Culture, New Media, Publishing, Storytelling, Video, Freelance Writing, Content Strategy, Art, Creative Writing, Copy Editing, Journalism, AP Style, Magazines

Education
University of Kansas   2005 — 2007
bachelors of science in journalism, Journalism, Advertising

Johnson County Community College   2003 — 2005
General education

Kirin Arnold Kirin Arnold Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Kirin Arnold's The Pitch Experience October 2011 - January 2013
Job Bartender/Server at Aixois
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Great Plains SPCA  June 2015 - Present
Aixois   August 2014 - Present
Evan Williams Catering   August 2014 - Present
Conroy's Pub   September 2009 - Present
Gragg Advertising, a division of Blue Chair, LLC   October 2013 - August 2014
Thermo Interactive, a division of Blue Chair, LLC   June 2013 - October 2013
Thermo Interactive, a divison of Blue Chair, LLC   January 2013 - June 2013
The Pitch   October 2011 - January 2013
The Pitch   May 2011 - August 2011
The University of Kansas  August 2007 - August 2011

Skills
Word, WordPerfect, PowerPoint, Excel, Event Management, Customer Service, SugarCRM, AdManagerPro, Communication Skills, Organization &..., Confidence and Tact, Social Media, Outlook, Salesforce.com, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Sales, Digital Media, Communication, Advertising

Education
University of Kansas   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Journalism - Strategic Communication

Michelle Rubin Michelle Rubin Des Moines, Iowa Area Details
Michelle Rubin's The Pitch Experience August 1998 - April 2001
Job Content strategist. Relationship builder. Storyteller.
Industry Publishing
Experience
Principal Financial Group  August 2013 - Present
Independent  May 2012 - Present
Iowa Department of Human Rights  October 2012 - July 2013
Meredith  December 2007 - May 2012
Meredith  April 2005 - December 2007
Drake University  2002 - 2004
Cityview  December 2001 - January 2003
Buena Vista University  August 2001 - December 2001
The Pitch   August 1998 - April 2001
Icon  August 1993 - May 1998

Skills
Feature Articles, Photoshop, Publishing, Proofreading, Blogging, Web Content, Freelance Writing, InDesign, Editing, Writing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Management, Project Management

Education
University of Iowa   1993 — 1996
Master of Arts, Mass Communication/Media Studies

Buena Vista University   1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communication

Angela Lutz Angela Lutz Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Angela Lutz's The Pitch Experience September 2010 - Present
Job Graduate Teaching Assistant at UMKC
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
UMKC  August 2014 - Present
Kansas City Art Institute  March 2014 - Present
The Pitch   September 2010 - Present
National Rural Health Association  September 2011 - Present
I-5 Publishing  May 2012 - Present
Wayside Waifs  April 2012 - February 2014
Her Kansas City   October 2011 - August 2012
SF Weekly  May 2011 - July 2012
American Academy of Family Physicians  December 2010 - February 2012
National Rural Health Association  February 2008 - September 2011

Skills
Feature Articles, Social Media, Blogging, Public Relations, Editing, Copy Editing, Event Planning, Journalism, Copywriting, News Writing, Proofreading, Press Releases, Newsletters, Publications, AP Style, Newspapers

Education
University of Missouri-Kansas City   2005 — 2007
BA, English

Johnson County Community College   2001 — 2005
AA, English

Andreina Byrne Andreina Byrne Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Andreina Byrne's The Pitch Experience November 2013 - Present
Job Corporate Communications Specialist at DST Systems
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
DST Systems  April 2015 - Present
Demencha Magazine   December 2013 - Present
The Pitch   November 2013 - Present
Self-Employed  January 2009 - Present

Skills
Creative Writing, Journalism, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Assistant Work, Networking, Spanish, Time Management, Interviewing Skills, Highly resourceful, Merchandise Development, Shipping, Community Outreach, News Writing, Babysitting, Editing, International Shipping, Runway, Acting, Voice Over, Writing, Entertainment, Social Media, Facebook, AP Style

Education
University of Missouri-Kansas City   2009 — 2013
Bachelors

Universidad de Salamanca   2012 — 2012

Brooke Swenson Brooke Swenson Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Brooke Swenson's The Pitch Experience June 2013 - September 2013
Job MultiMedia Specialist
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
St. Mary's Medical Center   April 2015 - Present
AristoMedia  May 2014 - August 2014
AristoMedia  March 2014 - May 2014
The Pitch   June 2013 - September 2013
Nashville Country Club  January 2011 - May 2011
Cumulus Media  August 2010 - December 2010

Skills
Customer Service, Customer Relations, Organization Skills, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Teamwork

Education
Belmont University   2007 — 2011
Bachelor’s Degree, Mass Communication/Media Studies

Lorin Jetter Lorin Jetter Miami, Florida Details
Lorin Jetter's The Pitch Experience December 2011 - May 2012
Job Wordpress Developer and Creative Consultant at Jetter Creative
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Jetter Creative   November 2014 - Present
Eloy Carmenate Group & ONE Sotheby's International Realty   June 2013 - November 2014
Socialated  November 2012 - June 2013
The Miami Herald  August 2012 - November 2012
University Daily Kansan  December 2011 - May 2012
The Pitch   December 2011 - May 2012
University Daily Kansan  May 2011 - December 2011
University Daily Kansan  January 2011 - May 2011
University Daily Kansan  August 2010 - December 2010
Federal Home Loan Bank  June 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Social Media, Advertising, Blogging, Public Relations, SEO, Strategic Communications, Event Planning, Sales, CRM, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, Web Design, Social Media Measurement, Social Media Marketing, New Business Development, Management, Market Research, Client Services, Microsoft Office, iWork, iLife, Mac, Windows, Google Docs, Prezi, Copywriting, Press Releases, Proposal Writing, Online Advertising, Graphic Design, Strategy, Media Relations, Website Development, Hootsuite, Google Analytics, AP Style, MLS, HTML 5, Constant Contact, Real Estate Staging, Branding & Identity, eCommerce, MailChimp, CSS, PHP

Education
Parsons School of Design   2014 — 2016
Associate's Degree, Fashion Marketing

University of Kansas   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Sciences, Journalism - Strategic Communication, 3.62

New York University, College of Arts and Sciences   2008 — 2008

Washburn Rural High School   2004 — 2008

Kylee Gregg Kylee Gregg Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Kylee Gregg's The Pitch Experience August 2015 - Present
Job Freelance Photographer/Photojournalist/Photo Editor
Industry Photography
Experience
The Pitch   August 2015 - Present
Nightlife  April 2014 - Present
Freelance Photographer  January 2013 - Present
Columbia Missourian  January 2015 - July 2015
Tiger Garden: Mizzou's Florist   May 2013 - July 2015
Local Wolves Magazine  February 2014 - January 2015
Columbia Missourian  August 2014 - December 2014
The Blue Note  February 2013 - October 2014
Columbia Missourian  May 2014 - August 2014
Substream Magazine  February 2014 - July 2014

Skills
Computers, Mac OS X, Windows 7, Cashiering, Customer Service, Photoshop, Photography, Digital Photography, Writing, Food Service, Collaboration, OS X, Music, Social Media, Soundslides, Storytelling

Education
University of Missouri-Columbia   2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Journalism, Photojournalism

Smithville High School

Eric Persson Eric Persson Shawnee, Kansas Details
Eric Persson's The Pitch Experience March 2006 - June 2012
Job Human Capital Management Consultant
Industry Financial Services
Experience
ADP  April 2015 - Present
Heartland Ovation Payroll  January 2015 - March 2015
Heartland Ovation Payroll  September 2014 - March 2015
Paychex  September 2013 - September 2014
Major Brands  June 2012 - September 2013
The Pitch   March 2006 - June 2012
Enterprise Rent-A-Car  March 2002 - March 2006
The Body Sculpting Studio   July 1999 - March 2002

Skills
Sales, Payroll, Leadership, Marketing, Employee Benefits, Customer Service, Management, Cold Calling, Account Management, Human Resources, HRIS, Team Building, Sales Management, Sales Process, Beverage Industry, Advertising, Time Management, Administration, Salesforce.com, Sales Presentations, B2B, New Business Development, Direct Sales, Marketing Strategy, Customer Retention, Visual Arts, Training, Recruiting, Outlook, Sales Operations, Social Networking, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, CRM, Strategic Planning, Marketing Communications, Microsoft Office, Email Marketing, Public Relations, Microsoft Excel, Customer Satisfaction, Coaching, Team Leadership, Business Development, Event Planning, Event Management, Small Business, Affordable Care Act, Human Capital Management

Education
Kansas State University   1987 — 1992
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business and Marketing, B

Kansas State University   1987 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Art/Painting and Art History, A

Shawnee Mission West

Dan Lybarger Dan Lybarger Overland Park, Kansas Details
Dan Lybarger's The Pitch Experience 2012 - Present
Job Technical Writer at Wabtec Global Services
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Wabtec Global Services  June 2015 - Present
Volt Technical Resources  September 2013 - Present
The Huffington Post  October 2010 - Present
The Pitch   2012 - Present
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette  February 2012 - Present
KCActive.com   December 2008 - Present
The Kansas City Star  February 2002 - January 2014
Analysts International Corporation (AIC)   July 2000 - August 2013
SLMsoft.com   April 1993 - June 2000

Skills
Editing, Web Content, DITA, Copy Editing, Content Management, Technical Writing, SnagIt, Technical Documentation, Publicity, Proofreading, Content Development, Feature Articles, Newspapers, Freelance Writing, Writing, Press Releases, AP Style, Editorial, Film Criticism, RoboHelp, SubVersion, SharePoint, Microsoft Excel, Blogging, Digital Photography, Journalism, News Writing, Storytelling, Creative Writing, WordPress, Publications, Copywriting, Online Journalism, Multimedia, Publishing, Content Strategy, Headline Writing, Books, Newsletters, New Media, Breaking News, Media Relations, Facebook, Speech Writing, Film

Education
University of Arkansas at Little Rock   1990 — 1992
Master of Arts (MA), Writing

Ottawa University   1985 — 1989
Bachelor's degree, English Language and Literature/Letters, Magna Cum Laude

Tara (Wallingford) Stratton Tara (Wallingford) Stratton Kansas City, Missouri Details
Tara (Wallingford) Stratton's The Pitch Experience 1998 - 1999
Job Office Coordinator at Intouch Solutions
Industry Alternative Medicine
Experience
Intouch Solutions  April 2015 - Present
The Swaykin Journey   December 2008 - Present
Looking Glass Creative LLC   2005 - 2014
Dimensional Innovations  2006 - 2007
Viacom  2004 - 2005
FedEx Office  2002 - 2003
Favorite Healthcare Staffing  2000 - 2001
LookandFeel New Media   1999 - 2000
The Pitch   1998 - 1999
Lerner New York  1994 - 1996

Skills
Social Media Marketing, Photojournalism, Online Marketing, Email Marketing, Graphic Design, Copywriting, SEO copywriting, Doula Services, Natural Childbirth, Health Education, Office Management, Database Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, Microsoft Office, Windows, Apple OS, Market Research, Health Advocacy, Social Media, Event Planning, SEO, Public Speaking, Editing, Social Networking, Photography, Blogging, Newsletters, InDesign, Public Relations, Creative Writing, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Teaching, Research, Illustrator, Website Development, Microsoft Word, Healthcare, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Marketing, Management, Graphics, Budgets, Customer Service, Event Management, Web Design

Education
University of Missouri-Kansas City   1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Liberal Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

DePaul University   1995 — 1997
Women's Studies/Sociology Double Major

Micah Gutweiler Micah Gutweiler Kansas City, Missouri Details
Micah Gutweiler's The Pitch Experience February 2012 - August 2012
Job Communications Manager at Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS  Assessment SpecialistAscend LearningJuly 2013 - May 2014
T-Mobile  August 2006 - July 2013
American Academy of Family Physicians  March 2013 - June 2013
The Pitch   February 2012 - August 2012
Alltel Wireless  2002 - 2004
Alltel Wireless  2002 - 2004

Skills
Communication, Business Writing, Technical Writing, Microsoft Office, Exceptional verbal, Verbal De-escalation, Coaching, Interviewing Skills, Creative Writing, Reviews, Spokesperson, Spanish, Copywriting, Editing, Social Networking, Public Relations, Copy Editing, Training

Education
Park University   2011 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature/Letters, 3.7

Park University   2011 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts English Writing, English Language and Literature/Letters

Natalie Bates Natalie Bates Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Natalie Bates's The Pitch Experience April 2015 - Present
Job Sales Associate at Palen Music Center
Industry Music
Experience
Palen Music Center  August 2015 - Present
Homegrown KC DJ Services LLC   July 2015 - Present
ArtsKC - Regional Arts Council  July 2015 - Present
The Pitch   April 2015 - Present
KC Music   April 2015 - Present
KN Custom Shelving   January 2014 - Present
5 Star Jazz Band   June 2009 - Present
BizCard Xpress - Integrity Enterprises, Inc.   September 2014 - December 2014
C&C Drum Company   June 2013 - July 2014
Missouri Poster Banner and Sign   May 2012 - August 2012

Skills
Web Design, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Dreamweaver, InDesign, Social Networking, Photoshop, Drum Set, Public Speaking, Logo Design, Strategic Human..., Percussion, Drums, French, Event Management, Graphic Design, Customer Service

Education
University of Missouri-Kansas City   2012 — 2016
Bachelor's Degree, Jazz Studies

Penn Valley Community College   2009 — 2012
Graphic Media Degree

North Kansas City High School   2006 — 2009
High School

Hugh Welsh Hugh Welsh Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Hugh Welsh's The Pitch Experience April 2009 - December 2009
Job Marketing Specialist at PocketCake
Industry Computer Software
Experience
PocketCake   June 2013 - Present
Episcopal Diocese of West Missouri   July 2009 - July 2013
Lunar Bowl   February 2013 - June 2013
Wild West Magazine   April 2013 - April 2013
Molle Chevrolet  September 2011 - November 2012
Missouri Life  August 2008 - May 2011
The Pitch   April 2009 - December 2009
Independence Examiner   June 2007 - February 2009
Kansas City Business Magazine   March 2007 - June 2007
Kansas City Business Journal  February 2007 - June 2007

Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, Creative Writing, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Empathy, Feature Writing, Maintaining Strong..., Content Strategy, Negotiation, Organization, Strategic Planning, Proofreading, News Writing, Technical Writing, Graphic Design, AP Style, Adobe Creative Suite, Quark XPress, Wordpress, Digital Photography, Web Site Production, Newspaper, Journalism, Feature Articles, Ap Style, QuarkXPress, WordPress, Storytelling, Magazines, Newspapers, Photography, Press Releases, Advertising, Newsletters, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Writing, Social Networking, Copywriting

Education
University of Missouri-Columbia   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Journalism, Magazine Sequence, 3.42 G.P.A.

University of Missouri-Kansas City   2008 — 2011
Master of Arts, 3.87 G.P.A.

Blue Springs High School   1998 — 2002

Michelle McDowell Michelle McDowell Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Michelle McDowell's The Pitch Experience May 2005 - April 2012
Job International Accountant at Shook, Hardy & Bacon
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.   November 2014 - Present
United BioSource Corporation  April 2012 - November 2014
The Pitch   May 2005 - April 2012
Austin Community Newspapers (a division of Austin American-Statesman)   November 2000 - May 2005
Austin American-Statesman  January 2000 - November 2000

Skills
Newspapers, Publishing, Newspaper, AP Style, Business, Digital Media, Editing, Research, Advertising Sales, Advertising, Internal Communications, Marketing, Adobe Acrobat, Social Media, Publications, JDE Enterprise One, Oracle, GreatPlains, ADP Payroll, P11D, VAT, International Accounting, Account Reconciliation, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Financial Reporting, Payroll, Accounting, Finance, Budgets, Analysis, General Ledger

Education
Southwest Texas State University   1996 — 1998
MBA, Finance

Missouri Western State University   1992 — 1996
B. S., Accounting

Tanyale Ransom Tanyale Ransom Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Tanyale Ransom's The Pitch Experience May 2007 - October 2007
Job Communication specialist
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
GEHA  January 2013 - Present
KC Downtowners   October 2011 - August 2012
LivingSocial  February 2012 - June 2012
CTM Media Group  May 2008 - November 2011
BeautiControl  2007 - January 2009
The Pitch   May 2007 - October 2007
The Kansas City Star  January 2005 - April 2007
The Pitch   September 2002 - 2005
Vangard Airlines   1998 - 1998

Skills
Profitability, Customer Retention, New Business Development, Online Marketing, Advertising, Salesforce.com, Marketing, Sales, Social Networking, Social Media, Selling, Sales Operations, Leadership, Facebook, Sales Management, Email Marketing, Online Advertising, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, Trade Shows

Education
Doane College   1997 — 2001
Bachelors of Arts, Organizational Communication

Blue Springs   1993 — 1997
diploma, general

Charles Ferruzza Charles Ferruzza Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Charles Ferruzza's The Pitch Experience 2000 - 2013
Job Writing and Editing Professional
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
The Pitch   2000 - 2013
Sun Publications  1984 - 1999
Indianapolis Times Weekly   1981 - 1982
Metropolitan Art Council of Indianapolis   1979 - 1981

Skills
Copy Editing

Education
Butler University   1975 — 1979
Bachelor of Science, Journalism

Jason Haflich Jason Haflich Lenexa, Kansas Details
Jason Haflich's The Pitch Experience April 2014 - June 2015
Job Sales and Marketing Assistant at The Pitch
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
The Pitch   April 2014 - June 2015
Local Root   September 2012 - May 2013

Skills
Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Creative Writing, Administrative..., Copywriting, Skilled Multi-tasker, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Client Relations, Making Coffee, Comedic Timing, Customer Service, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Hotels, Event Planning, Inventory Management, Hospitality Management, Social Media

Education
The University of Kansas   2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Humanities/Humanistic Studies, 3.15 GPA

Lauren Makin Lauren Makin Overland Park, Kansas Details
Lauren Makin's The Pitch Experience June 2007 - October 2008
Job KC Hopps Ltd.
Industry Restaurants
Experience
KC Hopps Ltd   2009 - Present
Thill Media   November 2008 - August 2010
The Pitch   June 2007 - October 2008
Vector Marketing  June 2005 - August 2005
Adventures in Advertising  June 2004 - August 2004

Skills
Advertising, Marketing, Sales, Management, Customer Service, Spanish, Integrated Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Public Relations, Copywriting, Event Planning, Media Relations, Online Advertising, Facebook, Brand Management, Brand Development

Education
Kansas State University   2003 — 2007
Advertising, Spanish

Kristen Swann Kristen Swann Kansas City, Missouri Details
Kristen Swann's The Pitch Experience March 2008 - December 2011
Job Conflicts Attorney at Littler Mendelson PC
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Littler Mendelson PC  June 2015 - Present
Morgan Pilate LLC   May 2013 - Present
Husch Blackwell  April 2012 - May 2013
Self-employed  January 2003 - April 2012
Fire Engine Design Studio  December 2011 - March 2012
Missouri State Public Defender - Trial Division   2009 - 2012
The Pitch   March 2008 - December 2011
Bernstein-Rein Advertising  January 2006 - August 2008
Park University  August 2005 - December 2005
Mayer, Brown, Rowe & Maw   March 2004 - February 2005

Skills
Public Interest Law, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Legal Ethics, Professional..., Conflicts, Risk Management, Legal Research, Legal Writing

Education
UMKC School of Law   2008 — 2011
J.D.

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill   1996 — 1998
Master’s Degree, English

Carleton College   1991 — 1995
B.A., English

Antoinette Smith Antoinette Smith Houston, Texas Area Details
Antoinette Smith's The Pitch Experience November 1999 - July 2001
Job Copy editor at ICIS
Industry Publishing
Experience
ICIS  June 2013 - Present
Independent publishing professional  August 2005 - Present
University of Kansas  October 2001 - August 2005
The Pitch   November 1999 - July 2001
Veterinary Medicine Publishing Group   October 1998 - November 1999
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel  June 1998 - August 1998

Skills
Editorial, Editing, Copy Editing, Proofreading, AP Style

Education
The University of Kansas   1994 — 1998
Bachelor of science, Journalism

Kansas State University   1993 — 1994
Accounting

Jen Fridy Jen Fridy San Francisco Bay Area Details
Jen Fridy's The Pitch Experience July 2004 - June 2005
Job Freelance Illustrator and Graphic Designer
Industry Arts and Crafts
Experience
Self Employed  May 1998 - Present
UC Berkeley  October 2008 - November 2010
McGraw Hill School Education Group  May 2010 - July 2010
TEKsystems  November 2005 - October 2006
The Pitch   July 2004 - June 2005
WGBH  September 2002 - March 2004
WGBH  October 2000 - September 2002

Skills
Illustration, Graphic Design, Office Administration, Production Support, Art Direction, Fine Art, Adobe Creative Suite, Special Collections, Microsoft Office, Art, Writing, Editing, Blogging, Advertising, Graphics, Posters, Creative Direction, User Interface Design, Layout, Photoshop, Illustrator, Magazines

Education
Rhode Island School of Design   1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Illustration

Shelly Hodges Shelly Hodges Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Shelly Hodges's The Pitch Experience May 1999 - May 2001
Job Manager at Starbucks Coffee Company
Industry Food & Beverages
Experience
Starbucks Coffee Company  Calendar EditorDiscovery PublicationsFebruary 2002 - February 2004
The Pitch   May 1999 - May 2001

Education
Johnson County Community College

Brett Thorne Brett Thorne Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Brett Thorne's The Pitch Experience 2004 - 2005
Job Client Development Specialist at Turn The Page Online Marketing
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Turn The Page Online Marketing  2014 - Present
ProBuild  2013 - 2014
Thorne Enterprises Inc.   2009 - 2013
Thorne Enterprises Inc.   2009 - 2013
Thorne Enterprises Inc.   2005 - 2009
The Pitch   2004 - 2005
Enterprise Rent-A-Car  2003 - 2004

Skills
Strategic Planning, Payroll, Sales, Inventory Management, Management, Purchasing, Sales Rep Training, Commodities Trading, Leadership, Cold Calling, Commodity, Time Management, Business Development, Sales Management

Education
Missouri State University   1997 — 2003
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), International Business

Hannah Lemon Hannah Lemon Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Hannah Lemon's The Pitch Experience January 2008 - October 2008
Job Senior Content Marketing Specialist at Keypath Education
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Keypath Education  August 2015 - Present
Keypath Education (formerly PlattForm)   August 2014 - August 2015
University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Medicine   November 2008 - August 2014
The Pitch   January 2008 - October 2008
Update Magazine, Kansas State University   August 2007 - December 2007
IMAGE Chicago Magazine  June 2007 - August 2007
Kansas State Collegian  October 2005 - July 2007

Skills
Event Planning, Social Media, Press Releases, Editing, Public Relations, Publications, InDesign, Advertising, Proofreading, Blogging, Feature Articles, Newsletters, Copy Editing, Research, Spanish, Social Networking, Magazines, Media Relations, Marketing

Education
University of Missouri-Kansas City   2010 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing and Entrepreneurship

Kansas State University   2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism, Spanish

Universidad de Salamanca

Libby Black Libby Black Greater Detroit Area Details
Libby Black's The Pitch Experience 2005 - 2006
Job Writer at Alteris Group
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Alteris Group  October 2010 - Present
Anthem Publishing  2006 - 2009
Symphony Publishing  September 2007 - August 2008
HNTB  April 2007 - July 2007
Dos Mundos   August 2005 - January 2007
The Pitch   2005 - 2006

Skills
Editing, Writing, Copywriting, Photoshop, Magazines, Web Design, Web Content, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Newsletters, Proofreading, Newspapers, Video, Social Media, Blogging

Education
University of Missouri-Columbia   2001 — 2005
BJ, BA, Magazine Journalism, Spanish

David Wayne Reed David Wayne Reed Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
David Wayne Reed's The Pitch Experience 1996 - 2010
Job Chapter/Affiliate/Rep Manager at International Association of Assessing Officers
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
International Association of Assessing Officers  2005 - Present
The Pitch   1996 - 2010
Gritty City-KC Magazine   June 2007 - December 2009
Campaign Consultants of America/Jeffrey Byrne & Associates, Inc.   2002 - 2005
Reed On-Liberty Press/Midwest Times   January 2001 - January 2002

Skills
Fundraising, Non-profits, Public Relations, Event Planning, Marketing, Event Management, Customer Service, Volunteer Management, Editing, Community Outreach, Training, Newsletters, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Government, Policy, Social Media, Research, Marketing Communications, Organizational..., Leadership, Strategic Planning, Data Analysis, Budgets, Program Development, Project Planning, Team Building, Microsoft Word, Public Policy, Teaching, Analysis, Local Government, Microsoft Excel, Administration, Access, Social Networking

Education
Kansas State University   1991 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts, Theatre, Communications

Louisburg High School

Adrianne DeWeese Adrianne DeWeese Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Adrianne DeWeese's The Pitch Experience June 2013 - December 2013
Job Media Analyst Account Manager at Synoptos
Industry Media Production
Experience
Synoptos  January 2014 - Present
Barnes & Noble  November 2013 - May 2015
Infoition  April 2013 - January 2014
The Pitch   June 2013 - December 2013
Pop 'stache  May 2013 - June 2013
The Independence (Mo.) Examiner   November 2008 - April 2013
Barnes & Noble  November 2010 - February 2013
The Leavenworth (Kan.) Times newspaper   June 2008 - November 2008
Student Publications Inc.  February 2005 - May 2008

Skills
Editing, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Copy Editing, News Writing, Social Media, Blogging, Press Releases, Books, Newsletters, Proofreading, Creative Writing, Breaking News, Social Networking, Newspaper Design, Online Journalism, Customer Service, Media Relations, Associated Press style, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Research, Loss Prevention, Facebook, Music, Media Monitoring, Media Analysis

Education
Kansas State University   2004 — 2008
Bachelor's, journalism and sociology

Wamego High School

Becky Losey Becky Losey Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Becky Losey's The Pitch Experience November 2013 - Present
Job Multimedia Specialist at The Pitch
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
The Pitch   November 2013 - Present
Havre Daily News  June 2011 - February 2013
Havre Daily News  April 2011 - October 2011
University of Kansas Institute for Policy and Social Research: Survey Research Center   January 2007 - August 2011

Skills
Print Media Sales, Strategic Communications, Advertising, Journalism, Newspapers, Advertising Sales, Media Sales, Media Planning, Multimedia, Magazines, New Media, Public Opinion, Media Relations, Radio, Social Media Marketing, Social Media

Education
University of Kansas   2005 — 2009
BS, Journalism: Strategic Communications with a Minor in Business, 3.75 GPA

Hannah Zimmerman Hannah Zimmerman Columbia, Missouri Area Details
Hannah Zimmerman's The Pitch Experience May 2008 - August 2008
Job Editorial Assistant at Topix Media Lab
Industry Publishing
Experience
Topix Media Lab  May 2013 - Present
Hess  January 2012 - January 2013
IMOE Incheon Metropolitan Office of Education   October 2009 - October 2011
Anthem Media  May 2009 - August 2009
Vox  May 2007 - May 2009
My Missourian   September 2008 - December 2008
The Pitch   May 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Photoshop, Public Relations, Adobe Creative Suite, Blogging, Media Relations, Press Releases, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Copywriting, Microsoft Office, Journalism

Education
University of Missouri-Columbia   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Journalism, Journalism- Magazine

University of Missouri-Columbia, School of Journalism   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Journalism, Magazine Journalism

Nadia Pflaum Nadia Pflaum Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Nadia Pflaum's The Pitch Experience September 2003 - April 2011
Job Investigative Producer at WUSATV
Industry Media Production
Experience
WUSA-TV  July 2013 - Present
Midwest Innocence Project  April 2011 - June 2013
The Pitch   September 2003 - April 2011
Newcity  2001 - 2002

Skills
Editing for Web, International News, Editing, Story Pitching, Community Journalism, AMA style, Community Outreach, Social Media, Feature Articles, Blogging, Creative Writing, Investigation, Storytelling, Copywriting, Press Releases, Newspaper, Magazines, Wordpress, Ap Style, Journalism, Proofreading, AP Style, Newspapers, News Writing, Investigative Reporting, Publications, Online Journalism, Editorial, Copy Editing, Web Content, Newsletters, Politics, Breaking News, Media Relations

Education
Loyola University of Chicago   1999 — 2003
Sociology, Journalism, Criminology

Denver South High School   1995 — 1999

Heather Wiley Heather Wiley Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Heather Wiley's The Pitch Experience September 2009 - June 2010
Job Visual Communications Manager
Industry Design
Experience
Outreach International  January 2015 - Present
Breakthrough Marketing+Design+Technology   May 2013 - January 2015
Russell Stover Candies  June 2010 - May 2013
The Pitch   September 2009 - June 2010
J. Schmid & Assoc. Inc.   April 2007 - July 2009
Design Resources  October 2003 - April 2007
Hallmark Cards  April 1998 - October 2003
Populous, formerly HOK Sport  April 1993 - April 1998

Skills
Proficient in: Quark..., Photoshop, Logo Design, InDesign, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Brand Development, Illustration, Brochures, Creative Direction, Copywriting, Graphics, Packaging, Advertising, Email Marketing, Art, Layout

Education
University of Kansas   1988 — 2003
Fine and Studio Arts

Kim Weir Kim Weir Lawrence, Kansas Area Details
Kim Weir's The Pitch Experience January 2001 - October 2005
Job Page at Johnson County Library
Industry Libraries
Experience
Johnson County Library  June 2013 - June 2014
City of Overland Park  April 2012 - February 2013
Kansas City, KS Public Library   January 2006 - April 2012
The Pitch   January 2001 - October 2005

Skills
Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Library Science, Editing, Social Media, Research, Library, Cataloging, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Public Libraries, Collection Development, Library Instruction, Teaching, Information Literacy, Event Planning, Grant Writing, Photography, Blogging, Volunteer Management

Education
Emporia State University   2011 — 2012
Master, Library and Information Science

Johnson County Community College
Certificate, Desktop Publishing

Kansas State University   1996 — 2000
B.S, Social Sciences

Joe Tone Joe Tone Dallas/Fort Worth Area Details
Joe Tone's The Pitch Experience 2010 - 2011
Job Editor in Chief of the Dallas Observer
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Dallas Observer  2011 - Present
The Pitch   2010 - 2011
Westword  2008 - 2010
Scene Magazine  November 2004 - July 2008
The Record  January 2003 - November 2004

Education
Northwestern University   2001 — 2002
MS, Journalsm

Santa Clara University   1997 — 2001
BA, Journalism/Comm

April Fleming April Fleming Lawrence, Kansas Details
April Fleming's The Pitch Experience December 2004 - Present
Job University of Kansas Wheat State Vintage Freelance Writing and Photography
Industry Higher Education
Experience
University of Kansas  October 2010 - Present
Wheat State Vintage   September 2012 - Present
FEAST Magazine Inspired Food Culture  January 2015 - Present
The Pitch   December 2004 - Present
Casey Associates Inc.   August 2006 - September 2010
The Pitch   December 2004 - January 2006

Skills
Blogging, Creative Writing, Event Planning, Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, Publications, Feature Articles, Microsoft Office

Education
University of Kansas   2011 — 2015
MPA, Public Administration

University of Kansas   2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English