The Times-Picayune
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DescriptionThe Times-Picayune is an American newspaper published in New Orleans, Louisiana, since January 25, 1837. The current publication is the result of the 1914 merger of The Picayune with the Times-Democrat; and was printed on a daily basis until October 2012, when it went to a Wednesday/Friday/Sunday schedule. Editor: Mark Lorando First issue date: January 25, 1837 Format: Broadsheet Publisher: David Francis Awards: Pulitzer Prize for Public Service, Pulitzer Prize for Breaking News Reporting People also search for: The Advocate, Miami Herald, Nominations: Pulitzer Prize for National Reporting, James Beard Award for Investigative Reporting
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The Times-Picayune Employees
Miami Herald Media Company October 2014 - Present
The New York Times May 2012 - Present
The Independent Traveler / Cruise Critic December 2011 - Present
John S. and James L. Knight Foundation April 2014 - August 2014
Outloud Multimedia May 2010 - August 2014
The Miami Herald Media Company June 2012 - May 2014
Teenlink South Florida June 2010 - May 2014
The Times-Picayune December 2013 - January 2014
KJZZ August 2013 - August 2013
News21 May 2013 - July 2013
Skills
Blogging, Social Media, Online Journalism, Multimedia, Digital Journalism, Photojournalism, Video Journalism, Citizen Journalism, News Writing
Education
Florida International University 2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism and Mass Communication
New Orleans Advocate September 2012 - Present
The Times-Picayune February 1986 - September 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Research, PowerPoint, Sales, Leadership, Training, Photoshop, Copywriting, Photography, Journalism, Social Media, Image Editing, Editorial, Copy Editing, Public Speaking, Media Relations, Digital Photography, Event Photography, Editing
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 1981 — 1986
Bachelor in Communications
NOLA Media Group 2005 - Present
The Times-Picayune 1981 - Present
Skills
Advertising, Advertising Sales, Digital Media, Newspapers, Long-term Customer..., Customer Relations, Online Advertising, Sales, Customer Service, Social Media, Facebook, Media Buying, SEM, Media Planning, Press Releases, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Online Marketing, Public Relations, SEO
Education
Florida State University 1977 — 1979
Bachelor of Science (BS), Fashion Merchandising
Pensacola Junior College 1975 — 1977
Associate of Arts (AA)
The (LSU) Daily Reveille August 2011 - December 2013
The News Journal May 2013 - August 2013
The Manship School News Service August 2012 - December 2012
The Times-Picayune May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Writing, Storytelling, Journalism, Ap Style, Social Media, Sports Writing, Feature Articles, Social Networking, Blogging, Facebook, Twitter, InCopy, InDesign, Sports, News Writing, Online Journalism, AP Style
Education
Louisiana State University 2009 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communication
City Newspaper April 2014 - Present
Self-employed September 2011 - March 2014
DIG Magazine - Baton Rouge June 2012 - February 2014
Field Experience Course September 2011 - May 2012
Legacy Magazine September 2010 - May 2012
The Republican-American June 2011 - August 2011
The Times-Picayune January 2011 - May 2011
The Daily Reveille January 2009 - December 2009
Skills
Journalism, Newspaper, Magazines, Editing, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Ap Style, News Writing, Blogging, Feature Articles, Editorial, Storytelling, Online Journalism, Social Media, Copywriting, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Wordpress, Edius, InDesign, InCopy, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Newspapers, Publishing, Entertainment, WordPress, Facebook, AP Style
Education
Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism
University of Sussex 2010 — 2010
Tulane University July 2012 - Present
The Times-Picayune February 1999 - July 2012
Skills
Politics, AP Style, Journalism, Newspapers, News Writing, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Editorial, Breaking News, Blogging, Publications, Ap Style
Education
Brown University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor's degree, English literature and History
University of New Orleans 2004 — 2011
Master's degree, Non-fiction writing in the Creative Writing Workshop
The Washington Post December 2012 - Present
The Times-Picayune July 2009 - September 2012
The Times-Picayune June 2001 - June 2009
Skills
Copy Editing, Writing, Ap Style, InCopy, InDesign, Newspaper, Supervising, Payroll, Schedules, Newspapers, AP Style, Editing, Storytelling, Breaking News, Feature Articles
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
NOLA Media Group May 2014 - Present
NOLA Media Group October 2012 - May 2014
The Times-Picayune May 2006 - October 2012
bebe stores November 2005 - May 2006
Citadel Broadcasting February 2004 - November 2005
NU Wave Swim Club August 2001 - April 2005
Skills
Marketing, Advertising, Digital Marketing, Blogging, Advertising Sales, Google Analytics, Google Adwords, SEM, SEO, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Behavioral Targeting, Resourceful Problem..., Facebook, Digital Media, Training, Media Relations, Editing, Online Marketing, Newspapers, Relationship Development, Public Relations, Social Networking, Customer Service, Online Advertising, Sales, Excellent Multi-Tasking..., Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Newspaper, Creative Writing, Needs Analysis, Search Engines
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 2000 — 2004
Bachelor, Communications
SculptCAD/MedCAD January 2014 - Present
WhiteRaverRafting.com February 2014 - Present
The Times-Picayune November 2013 - Present
Mikey's Pizza May 2013 - September 2013
The Maroon January 2013 - May 2013
Pack News January 2013 - May 2013
The Maroon August 2012 - December 2012
Skills
News Writing, Copy Editing, InDesign, Photoshop, Photography, Video Editing, Script-writing, Twitter, Social Media Strategist, Final Cut Pro, Lay-out, Newspapers
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
The Times Picayune February 2013 - Present
New Orleans Zephyrs August 2006 - Present
Dollar Tree Stores January 2012 - April 2013
Entercom Communications February 2011 - April 2013
Party City September 2011 - October 2011
Byblos September 2010 - November 2010
Dairy Queen July 2010 - August 2010
Maroon, Loyola Student Newspaper August 2008 - May 2010
Clear Channel New Orleans January 2009 - December 2009
Olan Mills Portrait Studio April 2008 - September 2008
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Garageband, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Darkroom, InDesign, Adobe Audition, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Photojournalism, Digital Photography, Journalism, Blogging, Twitter, Facebook, iPod, Mac, PC, Spanish, Social Media, Phone Skills, Newsletters, Retail, Digital Cameras, Calculator, Lottery, Individual Giving, Youth Services, Public Libraries, Ticketmaster, Digital Media, Event Management
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 2008 — 2010
B.A, Print Journalism
Delgado Community College New Orleans 2004 — 2007
A.A, Performance and Media ArtsMay 2007; Print and Broadcast Journalism
Grace King High School 2001 — 2004
Diploma, General
University of New Orleans 2013 - Present
The Times-Picayune July 2012 - May 2014
Leadership Northshore August 2012 - May 2013
Fruits of My Lens Photography & Consulting November 2010 - March 2013
Annointed Hands Boxing Club January 2010 - 2013
University of New Orleans 2010 - July 2012
Greater New Orleans American Society of Public Administration April 2012 - 2012
Univerisity of New Orleans January 2009 - May 2010
Louisiana Cultural Economy Foundation February 2009 - February 2010
Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, NC 2007 - 2008
Skills
Research, Teaching, Photography, Budgeting, Media Relations, Public Relations, Non-profits, Event Management, Editing, Crisis Communications, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Community Relations, Writing, Public Speaking, Journalism, Strategic Communications, Press Releases, Event Planning, Government, Budgets, Nonprofits, Photojournalism, Digital Photography, Strategic Planning, Fundraising, Military, Community Development, Crisis Management, Leadership, Program Management, Management, Marketing Communications, Training, Grants, Publications, Public Policy, Politics, Multimedia, Speech Writing, Storytelling, Image Editing, Publishing, Newspapers, Newsletters, Social Networking, Blogging, Photoshop, Interviews, Portrait Photography
Education
Red Lion Area High School 1987 — 1988
High school diploma
University of New Orleans 2009 — 2009
Master of, Public Administration
Leadership Northshore Class of 2013 2012 — 2013
Public Affairs/Public Service
Walden University 2004 — 2005
Public Administration
Officer Training School 1999 — 2000
Public Affairs
Excelsior College 1997 — 2000
Liberal Arts, Photojournalism
Rochester Institute of Technology 1993 — 1994
Certificate, Military Photojournalism Program
Susquehannock High School 1984 — 1987
The Times-Picayune July 2007 - September 2012
The Times-Picayune May 1998 - July 2007
The Times-Picayune September 1984 - July 1998
Skills
Newspaper, Newspapers, Social Media, Advertising Sales, Copy Editing, Advertising, Digital Media, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Publishing, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Sales Management, Marketing Strategy
Education
Louisiana State University 1978 — 1983
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism-Advertising
Archbishop Rummel 1974 — 1978
High School
The New York World September 2015 - Present
Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism September 2014 - Present
The Dallas Morning News June 2014 - August 2014
Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism August 2013 - May 2014
French Ministry of Education October 2012 - April 2013
Star Tribune June 2012 - August 2012
The Times-Picayune January 2011 - May 2012
The Times-Picayune May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Copy Editing, Editing, AP Style, Journalism, Proofreading, Research, News Writing, Newspapers, Editorial, Storytelling, Publications
Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism 2013 — 2014
Master's of Science, Stabile Center for Investigative Journalism
Loyola University New Orleans 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism, French
Université de Caen Basse Normandie / Universite de Caen 2010 — 2010
French
Westlake Picayune August 2013 - Present
Daily Comet January 2012 - June 2013
The Times-Picayune December 2009 - December 2011
Skills
Newspapers, Social Media, Storytelling, News Writing, AP Style, Government, Copy Editing, Breaking News, Social Media Analytics..., iMovie, Shooting video, Microsoft Excel, Photoshop, Photography
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 2007 — 2011
B.A., Mass Communication
University of Texas at Dallas August 2015 - Present
California State University, Fullerton 1990 - Present
University of Central Florida August 1988 - June 1990
The Times-Picayune June 1976 - October 1978
Skills
Teaching, University Teaching, Emerging Technologies, Higher Education, Visual Communication, Event Management, Editing, PowerPoint, Broadcast, Television, Creative Writing, Copy Editing, Blogging, Journalism, Social Media, Photography, Social Networking, Multimedia
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1983 — 1988
PhD, Mass Communications
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1981 — 1983
MA, Mass Communications
The University of Texas at Austin 1974 — 1976
BJ, Photojournalism
TPM Media LLC March 2015 - Present
The Seattle Times June 2014 - August 2014
Cronkite News January 2014 - May 2014
The State Press (ASU Student Media) May 2013 - May 2014
Cronkite NewsWatch August 2013 - December 2013
News21 January 2013 - August 2013
The Arizona Republic August 2012 - December 2012
The Times-Picayune May 2012 - August 2012
The Arizona Republic January 2012 - May 2012
The Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication January 2011 - May 2012
Skills
AP Style, Blogging, Editing, Facebook, News Writing, Tumblr, Wordpress, InDesign, Breaking News, Copy Editing, Blogger, Final Cut Pro, Fact-checking, Investigative Reporting, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Photojournalism, Editorial, Storytelling, Journalism, Video Editing, Social Media Marketing, Ap Style, WordPress, Social Media
Education
Arizona State University 2010 — 2014
BA/MMC, Journalism, Mass Communication
Millard North High School 2006 — 2010
International Baccalaureate Diploma, Liberal Arts Distinguished Diploma, Liberal Arts
ESPN.com January 2012 - Present
The Times-Picayune January 2011 - November 2011
The Daily Reveille 2008 - 2011
Education
Louisiana State University 2007 — 2011
Mass Communication, Print Journalism
Masa Consulting May 2015 - Present
City of Minneapolis December 2014 - Present
Excelsior Fire District November 2014 - Present
Anoka Country Emergency Management November 2014 - Present
The Times-Picayune July 2013 - Present
American Red Cross August 2012 - July 2013
Skills
Nonprofits, Preparedness, Emergency Management, Public Speaking, Disaster Response, Program Development, Microsoft Office, Community Outreach, Editing, Teamwork, Communication, Data Management, Volunteer Management, Report Writing, Time Management, Customer Service, Planning, EMT, Childcare, Resiliency, Public Education, Social Media for..., Logistics, Public Relations, Donations, Research, English, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, Social Media, Community Resilience
Education
North Dakota State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Sociology, 3.45 GPA
North Hennepin Community College 2009 — 2010
Associate of Arts (AA), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Anoka Technical College 2009 — 2009
EMT-Basic, Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Cox Media Group 2013 - Present
Webinar and Professional Conference Presenter 2014 - 2015
CNN/US 2009 - 2013
CNN.com 2007 - 2009
CNN.com 2006 - 2007
CNN.com 2004 - 2006
CNN.com 2000 - 2004
Atlanta Journal-Constitution 1993 - 2000
Fulton County Daily Report 1992 - 1993
The Times Picayune 1990 - 1992
Skills
Digital Media, Audience Retention, Web/TV Metric Analysis, Web Site Programming, Competitor Assessment, Broadcast, Social Media, Consumer Behavior, Television, Metric Tool Development, Editing, Video, Journalism, Blogging, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Revenue & Profit Growth, Problem Solving, Protocol Development, Web Content, Content Development, Content Writing, Script Writing, Breaking News, Editorial, Feature Articles, Content Strategy, Web Analytics, Advertising, SEO, AP Style, Website Development, SEO copywriting, Research, New Media Strategy, New Media, Digital Storytelling, Digital Journalism, Audience Development, Audience Measurement, Audience Analysis, News Writing
Education
Columbia University in the City of New York
Master of Science (MS), Journalism
Emory University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English
Emory University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), African-American/Black Studies
Texas Southern University May 2015 - Present
Mosaic Literary LLC October 2010 - Present
Southern University at New Orleans January 2011 - May 2015
Tulane University September 2012 - December 2014
Tulane University July 2008 - September 2012
Dillard University September 2006 - March 2008
Festival Productions, Inc. of New Orleans December 1996 - July 2006
The Times-Picayune June 1990 - December 1996
Skills
Editing, writing and..., Public Relations, Marketing, Copy Editing, Editing, Creative Writing, Publishing, Newspapers, Publications, Books, Newsletters, Teaching, Music, Community Development, Proofreading, Blogging, Public Speaking
Education
Queens University of Charlotte 2008 — 2010
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Creative Writing
Dillard University 1975 — 1977
Communications, English
University of New Orleans
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communications, English
Advance Central Services Inc. October 2012 - Present
The Times-Picayune September 1987 - October 2012
Skills
JavaScript, Microsoft Word, InDesign, Content Management, Copy Editing, Newspapers, Editorial, Publications, Layout, Publishing, AP Style, QuarkXPress, Blogging, Newsletters, Storytelling, Photoshop, Proofreading, Social Media, Magazines, Newspaper, Illustrator, PowerPoint, InCopy, Word, Mac OS, XSLT, XML, Editing, Journalism
Education
Tulane University School of Continuing Studies
Information Technology
University of New Orleans
Business Administration and Management, General
NBCUniversal, Inc. July 2014 - August 2014
Louisiana State University May 2014 - May 2014
Louisiana State University August 2010 - May 2014
Louisiana State University March 2013 - April 2013
Starbucks June 2012 - January 2013
The Times-Picayune August 2009 - April 2010
Naval Research Laboratory June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Foreign Languages, Teaching English as a..., Applied Linguistics, Language Teaching, Spanish, French, Editing, Phonetics, Video Editing, iMovie, Audio Editing, ESL, Creative Writing, Audacity, Linguistics, Microsoft Excel, Ethnography, Tumblr, Microsoft Word, Pattern Recognition, YouTube, Professional..., Troubleshooting, PowerPoint development, Native American..., Language Documentation, Linguistic Typology, Historical Linguistics, Facebook Fan Page..., Facebook Marketing, Twitter, SEO, Adobe Captivate 8, Adobe Premiere, Social Media, Public Speaking, Research
Education
California State University-Fullerton 2015 — 2016
Master's Degree, Linguistics
Louisiana State University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Linguistics
The Times-Picayune October 2012 - Present
Prescotte Stokes III May 2012 - Present
WWL-TV April 2007 - Present
InnerCircle Music Group, L.L.C. October 2006 - Present
ION Media Networks April 2007 - October 2010
UPN-54 2005 - 2008
Skills
Pro Tools Engineer, Avid Editor, Final Cut Pro Editor, Reporter, Audio, Journalism, Video, Editing, Audio Editing, Writing, Broadcast, Production, Photoshop, Video Production, Television, Microsoft Office, Radio, Word, Problem Solving, PowerPoint, Promotions, Public Relations, Photography, Storytelling, Breaking News, Broadcast Journalism, News Writing, Video Editing, Blogging, Multimedia, New Media, Videography, Broadcast Television, Digital Media, Producing, Creative Writing, Online Journalism, Social Media, Edius, Digital Video, Avid, Final Cut Pro, Field Producing, Copy Editing, Non-linear Editing
Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism 2011 — 2012
Master's Degree, Broadcast Journalism
Dillard University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor Of Science, Mass Communications
Delgado Community College 2001 — 2007
Associate Of Arts, Mass Communications
Educational Testing Service (ETS) November 2014 - Present
The Times-Picayune January 2007 - August 2009
Westaff Temp Agency June 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Fireworks, Adobe Dreamweaver, Microsoft Office 2007, Facebook, Twitter, Microsoft Office 2010, Google+, Customer Service, Teamwork, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Time Management, Microsoft Excel, Editing, Writing
Education
Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Science, General Business Administration
Iberia Capital Partners LLC June 2014 - September 2014
Southern United States Trade Association June 2013 - August 2013
Keybridge Communications June 2012 - September 2012
The Times-Picayune June 2011 - August 2011
Education
Tulane University - A.B. Freeman School of Business 2014 — 2015
Energy Management
Georgetown University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
Danish Institute of Study Abroad 2011 — 2011
Current Trends in Media
Academy of the Sacred Heart New Orleans 1998 — 2009
LAUP June 2013 - Present
Writer June 1999 - Present
College Bound California August 2009 - December 2012
View Park Prep Charter High School August 2006 - August 2009
Optimist High School May 2004 - August 2006
The Times-Picayune October 1996 - June 1999
The News-Star March 1994 - October 1996
Skills
Career Advising, Career Counseling, Higher Education, Admissions, Course Development, Writing, Creative Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Social Media Blogging, Content Writing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Interviewing Skills, Journalism, Online Journalism, Teaching, Teacher Training, Workshop Development, Workshop Facilitation, Youth Development, Youth Mentoring, Youth Ministry, Public Relations, Article Creation, Curriculum Design, Wordpress, Facebook Marketing, Program Management, Supervising, Team Building, Leading Diverse Teams, College Education..., College Applications, Memoir, Essayist, Academic Tutoring, English Literature, WordPress, Storytelling, Instructional Design, Books, Freelance Writing, Literature, Tutoring, Publishing, Feature Articles, Nonprofits
Education
Antioch University-Los Angeles 2001 — 2003
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Creative Writing
University of Louisiana at Monroe 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism (English Minor)
Bureau of Governmental Research July 2002 - Present
New Orleans CityBusiness June 1999 - May 2002
Brother Martin High School August 1998 - June 1999
The Times-Picayune May 1996 - August 1997
Loyola Maroon 1992 - 1996
Skills
Non-profits, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Public Policy, Higher Education, Public Relations, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Project Management, Research, Public Speaking, Government, Policy, Management, Editorial
Education
Fordham University
MA
Loyola University New Orleans
BA
Louisiana Economic Development October 2014 - Present
Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities November 2012 - April 2014
The Times-Picayune June 1990 - September 2012
The Times-Picayune January 1987 - June 1990
The Times-Picayune August 1985 - December 1986
The Times-Picayune April 1981 - August 1985
Morning Advocate May 1979 - April 1981
Skills
Communication, News Writing, Editing, Management, Team Leadership, Published Author, Public Speaking, Publications, Newsletters, Freelance Writing, Feature Articles, Photography, Editorial, Creative Writing, Copywriting, Journalism, Media Relations, Storytelling, Newspapers, Web Content, Publicity, Fact-checking, Breaking News, Publishing, Public Relations, Press Releases, Leadership, Magazines, Proofreading, Blogging, AP Style, Copy Editing, Online Journalism, Computer-assisted..., Speech Writing, InCopy, Headline Writing, New Media, Social Media
Education
Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in journalism, minor in history
GateHouse Media May 2015 - Present
Pensacola News Journal April 2013 - August 2014
Mobile County Health Dept January 2012 - March 2013
Aspen of DC, Inc. April 2009 - November 2009
Army Times Publishing Company May 2007 - April 2009
Military Times Media Group May 2007 - April 2009
St. Petersburg Times 2006 - 2007
Atlanta Journal-Constitution 2005 - 2005
Cape Cod Times June 2004 - August 2004
The Times-Picayune May 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Headline Writing, AP Style, Newspapers, Editing, Breaking News, News Writing, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Journalism, Fact-checking, Copy Editing, Publications, Online Journalism, Editorial, Newsletters, Web Content, Associated Press style, Proofreading, Magazines
Education
Penn State University 2003 — 2006
M.A., media studies
Dillard University 1999 — 2003
B.A., mass communications
LeFlore High School 1995 — 1999
high school diploma
Eurofins, Central Analytical Laboratories (ECAL) December 2014 - Present
Eurofins, Central Analytical Laboratories (ECAL) March 2013 - December 2014
NOLA Media Group October 2012 - March 2013
The Times-Picayune September 2006 - October 2012
BREC 2006 - 2006
Skills
Social Media, Copy Editing
Education
Louisiana State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's degree, Mass Communication (Public Relations) / Business Administrations - Minor
St. Tammany Parish Tourist and Convention Commission 2006 - Present
Houston Chronicle August 1995 - Present
St. John's School 2000 - 2002
The Times-Picayune May 1989 - August 1995
Skills
InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, QuarkXPress, Traffic Management, Publications Production, Editing, Layout, Magazines, Typography, Logos, Pagination, Photoshop, Logo Design, Business Cards, Newspaper, Graphics, Brochures, Creative Direction, Mac, Desktop Publishing, AP Style, Publications, Project Management, Freelance graphic design, Newsletters, Newspaper Design, Photo Shoot Production
Education
Dillard University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Art / Mass Communications
Spelman College
The Times-Picayune February 1986 - Present
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 1981 — 1986
BA, Communications
Charlotte Magazine January 2013 - Present
self-employed December 2012 - Present
Brand Journalists December 2011 - December 2012
self-employed October 2008 - December 2011
The Charlotte Observer January 1999 - October 2008
The Sun Herald November 1993 - January 1999
The Natchez Democrat August 1992 - November 1993
The Times-Picayune June 1990 - August 1992
Skills
Blogging, Social Media, Journalism, Copywriting, Short, Newspaper, Freelance Writing, Magazines, Publications, Blogger, Non-profits, Copy Editing, News Writing, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Proofreading, Editing, Editorial, Creative Writing, Press Releases, Newsletters, Ap Style, Web Content, AP Style, Newspapers, Investigative Reporting, Breaking News, SEO, Public Relations, Online Journalism
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 1988 — 1992
BA, English Literature
Duke Energy Corporation January 2015 - Present
North Carolina Association of Public Charter Schools March 2013 - Present
Central Piedmont Community College August 2013 - December 2014
Malveaux Creative Services, LLC February 2013 - December 2014
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools October 2011 - February 2013
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools March 2006 - October 2011
The Palm Beach Post; Sun-Sentinel February 2004 - February 2006
LRP Publications June 2002 - February 2006
The Times-Picayune October 2001 - June 2002
Daily Press September 1998 - September 2001
Skills
Video Editing, Social Media Marketing, Internal Communications, Social Media, Writing, Editing, Newsletters, Facebook, Corporate Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Copy Editing, Press Releases, YouTube, Social Networking, Creative Writing, Public Speaking, Crisis Communications, Podcasting, Photography, Storytelling, Newspaper, Blogging, Media Relations, Copywriting, Marketing Communications, Editorial, News Writing, Event Planning, Publications, New Media, Ap Style, Proofreading, Digital Media, Feature Articles, Video Production, Publishing, Wordpress, Photoshop, Research, Speech Writing, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Multimedia, Podcast Production, Online Marketing, Online Journalism, Technical Writing
Education
Queens University of Charlotte 2011 — 2013
Master's, Organizational and Strategic Communications, 3.9
Tulane University 2009 — 2010
MBA Certificate, Business Administration
University of California, Irvine 2009 — 2009
n/a, Social Media Marketing
Hampton University 1993 — 1997
BA, Mass Media
Louisiana Children's Museum June 2014 - Present
Robinson Et Al. Marketing & Public Relations January 2012 - June 2014
Recovery School District September 2009 - July 2011
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and Foundation, Inc. March 2011 - June 2011
Supa Creative June 2010 - March 2011
WDUB Online Radio Station August 2008 - May 2009
WDSU News Channel February 2008 - July 2008
The Times-Picayune June 2005 - July 2005
Skills
Public Relations, Media Relations, Event Planning, Social Media, Editing, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Research, Press Releases, Publicity, Event Management, Newsletters, Nonprofits, Strategic Communications, Copy Editing, Facebook, Journalism, Publications
Education
Dillard University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communication
Episcopal High School July 2014 - Present
St. Andrew's Episcopal School August 2010 - June 2014
The Washington Post October 1999 - August 2007
The Times-Picayune June 1997 - October 1999
Skills
Public Speaking, Fundraising, Teaching, Nonprofits, Editing
Education
Church Divinity School of the Pacific 2007 — 2010
Masters in Divinity
Northwestern University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
Allstate Financial February 1995 - Present
New York Times Regional Media Group February 1991 - September 1993
The Times-Picayune August 1989 - May 1990
Skills
Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Life Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Liability, Underwriting, Investments, Term Life Insurance, Retirement Planning, Disability Insurance, IRAs, Commercial Insurance, Retirement, Long-term Care, Series 6, Bilingual Communications, Bilingual Proficiency, Bilingual-English/Spanis..., Mutual Funds, Sales, Customer Service
Education
Louisiana State University 1987 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism - News Editorial
Archbishop Rummel High School 1982 — 1986
High Honors Graduate, Spanish Language and Literature
St. Edward the Confessor
The Daily Reveille January 2014 - Present
The Daily Reveille December 2012 - Present
Reilly Center for Media and Public Affairs January 2013 - December 2013
United States Senate June 2013 - June 2013
Hab May 2011 - January 2013
Rockbrook Summer Camp for Girls July 2012 - August 2012
New Orleans Food & Farm Network March 2012 - July 2012
The Times-Picayune August 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Photoshop, Event Planning, Public Relations, Data Analysis, Research, Blogging, Social Media, Public Speaking, Windows, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Teamwork, Networking, Editing, Sports Writing, Media Relations, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Teaching
Education
Louisiana State University 2012 — 2016
Bachelor's degree, Political Communication
Northshore High School 2008 — 2012
HBO's "Treme" December 2009 - Present
AMC's "Hell on Wheels" January 2013 - June 2013
Serendipity Films January 2000 - December 2009
The Times-Picayune June 1995 - December 2009
Skills
Storytelling, Creative Writing, Editing, Video Production, Blogging, Film, Documentaries, Journalism, Television, Film Production, Social Networking, New Media, Research, Screenwriting, Entertainment, Event Planning, Plot, Social Media Marketing, Copy Editing, Newspapers, Web Video, Editorial, Camera, Social Media, Photography, News Writing
Education
University of Virginia 1989 — 1991
English, creative writing
Universit of Pennsylvania 1981 — 1985
Economics, Finance
Columbia University in the City of New York
Master of Journalism
Agence France-Presse January 2013 - Present
Dow Jones Energy Service/The Wall Street Journal June 2012 - January 2013
Dow Jones Newswires/The Wall Street Journal August 2010 - June 2012
Dow Jones Newswires May 2003 - August 2008
The Times-Picayune August 1998 - April 2003
States News Service July 1995 - July 1998
Skills
Research, Online Journalism, Editing, Public Policy, Media Relations, International Relations, Corporate Social..., Publications, Storytelling, Politics, Policy Analysis, Policy, Journalism, French, International...
Education
Institut d'Etudes politiques de Paris 2008 — 2010
MPA, Cum Laude, Masters of Public Affairs
Harvard University 1989 — 1993
BA, Magna Cum Laude, History
Design At Work May 2015 - Present
University of Houston November 2013 - May 2015
Foster LLP July 2011 - November 2013
Houston Chronicle March 2011 - June 2011
Wolf Magazine May 2010 - May 2011
The Times-Picayune May 2010 - August 2010
The Maroon August 2008 - May 2010
Skills
Journalism, Editing, Social Media, Final Cut Pro, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Public Relations, Blogging, AP Style, Multimedia, Social Networking, Employment-based..., family-based immigration, nonimmigrant visa..., Caseload Management, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Broadcast Journalism, Immigration Issues, Photography, Event Planning
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mass Communication, Political Science
NOLA.com The Times-Picayune October 2012 - Present
The Times-Picayune May 2004 - August 2012
The New York Times Company 2003 - May 2004
Skills
Editing, Editorial, Copy Editing, SEO copywriting, Management, Project Management, Brochures, Internet, Layout, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Magazines, Newsletters, Proofreading, Social Media, Typing, Writing, Creative Writing
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 1982 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communications
Louisiana State University 1980 — 1982
Attended for two years before transferring to Loyola, Communications / Journalism
Inside Washington Publishers January 2015 - Present
Inside Washington Publishers August 2011 - January 2015
The Daily-Review May 2010 - August 2011
The Times-Picayune November 2009 - May 2010
Texas Monthly May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
AP Style, Newspapers, Copy Editing, News Writing, Journalism, Social Media, Fact-checking, National Security, Adobe Creative Suite, Research, Blogging, Editorial, Press Releases, Layout, Media Relations, Editing, Newsletters, Proofreading, Interviews, Line Editing, Politics, Publications, Web Content, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Magazines, Speech Writing, Copywriting, Public Relations, Event Planning, Social Networking, Defense Sector
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 2006 — 2010
BA, Mass Communication, Marketing
Content4Demand October 2013 - Present
Tonya Vinas LLC April 2006 - October 2013
HVACR Business 2008 - April 2013
Penton Media, Inc. January 2001 - March 2006
Penton Media, Inc. 1996 - 2001
The Times-Picayune January 1995 - November 1996
Gannett Inc. newspapers in Florida and Pennsylvania April 1990 - January 1995
Skills
B2B Content Development, Ghostwriting, Whitepaper Writing, B2B, Magazines, Writing, Newsletters, Content Development, Web Content, Books, Editing, Blogging, Social Media, SEO, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Online Marketing, Content Management, Journalism, Copywriting, Publishing, Newspaper, White Papers, Copy Editing, Publications, Media Relations, Editorial, Corporate Communications, Web Content Management, Internal Communications, B2B Marketing, Newspapers, Storytelling, Content Strategy, AP Style, Online Publishing, Feature Articles, Project Management, News Writing, Online Journalism, Digital Media, Content Marketing, SEO copywriting, Script writing, Ad copy writing, Events Content..., Strategic Communications, Content strategy, Social media marketing
Education
Kent State University 1986 — 1990
B.A., Journalism
Kent State University (yes, THAT one)
BA journalism, Storytelling
Houstonia Magazine 2014 - Present
SB Nation December 2013 - Present
MLB.com May 2013 - September 2013
The Daily Reveille January 2010 - June 2013
LSU Student Media - KLSU January 2012 - May 2013
The Times-Picayune May 2011 - 2013
LSU Student Media - KLSU January 2012 - December 2012
LSU Student Media - KLSU January 2011 - July 2012
The Pressbox Show with Jimmy Ott May 2006 - December 2009
Skills
AP Style, Online Journalism, Sports Writing, Newspapers, Breaking News, Feature Articles, Journalism, Storytelling, Blogging, Investigative Reporting, InCopy, Copy Editing, Editorial, News Writing, Interviews, Headline Writing
Education
Louisiana State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication, Print Journalism, Senior
Catholic High School 2005 — 2009
Cuyahoga Community College December 2013 - August 2014
Cuyahoga Community College August 2012 - December 2013
Tonya Vinas LLC August 2011 - December 2012
Cleveland Animal Protective League March 2008 - August 2012
Patch.com February 2011 - December 2011
The Plain Dealer May 1999 - November 2006
The Times-Picayune October 1993 - April 1999
The Daily Record September 1989 - October 1993
Skills
Creative Writing, Creative Problem Solving, Social Media Marketing, SEO Copywriting, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Newsletters, Publications, Media Relations
Education
Kent State University 1983 — 1988
Bachelor of Science, Journalism and Mass Communication
Cuyahoga Community College
Associate of Applied Business, Marketing
Kevin Zansler Photography 2013 - Present
National Geographic Society Expeditions September 2012 - Present
Babs Evangelista Photography March 2010 - June 2013
Loyola University 2009 - 2012
The Arizona Republic May 2010 - August 2010
The Times-Picayune June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Photography, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Photojournalism, Digital Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Mac, Lightroom, Multimedia, Final Cut Pro, Video Editing, Editing, Social Networking, Photos
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Photojournalism
LSU College of Engineering July 2015 - Present
LSU College of Engineering March 2015 - Present
The Chronicle of Higher Education October 2013 - March 2015
The Courier and Daily Comet June 2013 - October 2013
The Chronicle of Higher Education January 2013 - June 2013
The Advocate May 2011 - January 2013
Louisiana State University December 2010 - December 2012
Student Press Law Center June 2012 - August 2012
The Times-Picayune January 2012 - June 2012
Louisiana State University August 2010 - May 2012
Skills
Journalism, Magazines, Newspaper Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media Outreach
Education
Louisiana State University 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mass Communication/Media Studies
The Arizona Republic azcentral.com 12 News 2013 - Present
The Arizona Republic 2005 - 2012
The Plain Dealer 2000 - 2005
The Times-Picayune July 1998 - September 2000
The Cincinnati Enquirer 1992 - 1998
Skills
Newspapers, AP Style, Breaking News, Storytelling, Editing, Journalism, News Writing, Publishing, Newspaper, Headline Writing, Copy Editing, Online Journalism, Strategic Planning, Magazines, Press Releases, Newspaper Design, Media Relations, Content Development, Management, Project Management, Feature Articles, Web Content, Editorial, Blogging, Political Reporting, Web Editing, Team Leadership, Fact-checking, Investigative Reporting, Publications, Business Journalism, Computer-assisted..., Online News, Digital Journalism, InCopy, Pagination, Proofreading, Associated Press style, New Media, Broadcast Journalism, Newsletters, Travel Writing, Social Media
Education
Kent State University 1988 — 1992
B.S., Journalism
Concordia: Harmony by Design May 2015 - Present
John C. Williams Architects, LLC November 2009 - March 2015
Concordia: Harmony by Design July 2007 - October 2009
MODGUN June 2006 - August 2009
Fence Cutters June 2006 - June 2007
The Times-Picayune October 2006 - May 2007
Skills
Thinking, Making
Education
Tulane University School of Architecture 2001 — 2006
Master, Architecture
Brandenburgische Technische Universität Cottbus 2005 — 2005
Architecture
Teknillinen korkeakoulu-Tekniska högskolan / Helsinki University of Technology 2004 — 2004
Architecture
WGNO ABC26 2009 - Present
The Times-Picayune 2006 - Present
Ochsner's Elmwood Fitness Center June 1999 - Present
Skills
Wellness, Nutritional Counseling, Nutrition Education, Nutrition, Lifestyle, Sports, Sports Nutrition, Health Promotion, Social Networking, Athletics, Social Media, Healthcare Management, Fitness, Public Speaking, Health Education, Weight, Wellness Coaching, Corporations, Weight Management, Employee Wellness, Medical Nutrition..., Prevention, Supplements, Clinical Nutrition, Fitness Training, Dietetics, Weight Training, Wellbeing
Education
Louisiana State University 1993 — 1998
The Times-Picayune October 2012 - Present
The Beaumont Enterprise May 2007 - August 2012
LSUReveille.com January 2007 - May 2007
LSU Men's Basketball October 2005 - May 2007
Odessa American June 2006 - August 2006
TownFavorites.com November 2004 - July 2005
The Daily Reveille March 2004 - May 2005
Skills
Social Media, AP Style, InDesign, Photoshop, Blogging, PACER, Interviewing, Journalism, Wordpress, Twitter, Facebook, iMovie, Avid, News Writing, Breaking News, Tumblr, Ap Style, WordPress, Interviews, New Media, Public Relations, Media Relations, Press Releases, Editing, Social Networking, Newsletters, Publications, Editorial, Multimedia, Video, Copy Editing
Education
Louisiana State University 2004 — 2007
BA, Mass Communication:Print Journalism, Communication Studies
World Education Services November 2014 - Present
News 12 Networks November 2014 - Present
The Forecaster Newspapers September 2013 - July 2014
The Times-Picayune October 2012 - May 2013
Dillard University October 2011 - May 2013
The Times-Picayune April 2010 - September 2012
Dillard University October 2009 - September 2011
Metal Edge Magazine 2008 - 2009
Skills
Writing, Editing, Public Relations, Journalism, Photoshop, Blogging, Speech Writing, Editorial, Community Outreach, Online Journalism, Copy Editing, Digital Media, Newspapers, Web Content, Magazines, News Writing, Social Media
Education
Syracuse University 2007 — 2008
Master's, Journalism
Georgetown University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor's, English
Collegian Media Group 2009 - 2013
The New York Times September 2000 - June 2009
Akron Beacon Journal 1997 - 2000
The Times Picayune May 1996 - September 1997
The (Casper, Wyo.) Star-Tribune October 1993 - May 1996
Casper Star-Tribune 1993 - 1996
The (Tallinn, Estonia) Baltic Independent September 1992 - August 1993
Topeka Capital-Journal November 1990 - August 1991
Slattery for Congress Committee May 1990 - November 1990
Skills
Journalism, Newspapers, Editing, Blogging, Publications, Newspaper, News Writing, Feature Articles, Digital Media, Copy Editing, Newspaper Design, Social Media
Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism 1991 — 1992
M.S.
Kansas State University 1986 — 1990
B.A., Political science
WVUE-TV FOX 8 March 2014 - Present
New Orleans Regional Transit Authority September 2012 - March 2014
The Times-Picayune July 2010 - September 2012
Adult Literacy Advocates February 2010 - May 2010
Creative Communications, Inc. May 2009 - May 2010
LSU Office of Student Media August 2008 - December 2008
LSU AgCenter February 2008 - May 2008
The Daily Reveille August 2007 - December 2007
Skills
Press Releases, Ap Style, Media Relations, Public Relations, Social Media, Editing, Copy Editing, Facebook, Journalism, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Event Planning, Advertising, Newspaper, Feature Articles, SEO, Newsletters, News Writing, Photoshop, Entertainment, Marketing, Publicity, Copywriting, InDesign, Newspapers, AP Style, Strategic Communications
Education
Louisiana State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communication
Health, Fitness and Wellness educator, researcher and writer March 2005 - Present
Pelican Athletic Club 2005 - Present
National Strength and Conditioning Association 2005 - 2009
The Times-Picayune September 1991 - 2009
Franco's Athletic Club September 2002 - February 2005
Franco's Athletic Club April 1988 - February 2005
Charlie's Good Eats Grocery February 1989 - May 1992
Education
Southeastern Louisiana University 1978 — 1979
Health and Wellness
University of New Orleans 1975 — 1977
BA, English
Louisiana State University 1971 — 1975
Brand Society, LLC January 2014 - Present
Evamor Products Inc. July 2012 - January 2014
Standard Coffee Service Company (DS Waters of America) November 2007 - June 2012
DS Waters of America March 2007 - November 2007
Abita Springs Water Co., Inc. December 2001 - April 2007
The Times-Picayune May 1999 - May 2002
Skills
SEM, Advertising, Corporate Communications, Marketing Strategy, Brand Management, Creative Direction, Lead Generation, New Business Development, Media Planning, PPC, Management, Graphic Design, Product Development, Negotiation, Social Media, Sales, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Market Planning, Sales Management, Key Account Management, Product Marketing, Cold Calling, Marketing Management, Marketing Research, B2B, Direct Marketing, Creative Strategy, Marketing, Online Advertising, Account Management, Sales Operations, Integrated Marketing, Salesforce.com, New Media, Trade Shows, Brand Development, Customer Retention, Online Marketing, consumer products, Coffee, Tea, Customer Insight, Budgets, Sales Presentations, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Direct Sales, Relationship Marketing
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 2000 — 2001
Mass Comm Graduate Program
University of New Orleans 1995 — 1999
BA, English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Lestelle Communications LLC January 2008 - Present
Hibernia National Bank/Capital One Bank June 1986 - November 2007
Dravo Basic Materials January 1984 - June 1986
Kahlman, Rogers & Trosclair, Inc. July 1983 - December 1983
Robert Smith & Associates, Inc. February 1981 - July 1983
Loyola University of the South, New Orleans November 1980 - February 1981
The Times-Picayune May 1972 - November 1980
Skills
Merger-and-acquisition..., Public Relations and..., Employee communications, Shareholder..., Executive communications, Media relations, Public relations counsel, Crisis management, Annual reports to..., Annual meeting planning..., Strategy, Internal Communications, Financial Services, Public Relations, Start-ups, Management, Strategic Communications, Corporate Communications, Public Speaking, Leadership, Banking, Press Releases, Fundraising, Crisis Communications, Communication Training, Research, Nonprofits, Team Management, Crisis Management, Strategic Planning, Executive Management, Commercial Banking, Publishing, Internal Audit, Portfolio Management, Process Improvement
Education
Louisiana State University 1968 — 1972
BA, Journalism, history
VALIC July 2007 - Present
The Times-Picayune March 1992 - October 2005
Wemco, Inc. August 1987 - June 1990
Skills
Adobe CS6 InDesign, Adobe CS6 Dreamweaver, Adobe CS6 Photoshop, Adobe CS6 Illustrator, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat, Team Building, Microsoft Office, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Graphics, Art, Photoshop, Art Direction, Web Design, Advertising, Layout, Newsletters
Education
Rice University 2006 — 2006
Dreamweaver
Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Graphic Design
Tulane University January 2014 - Present
The Times-Picayune February 1988 - Present
Graphic Designer, Self Employed February 1988 - Present
Skills
Advertising, Brochures, Magazines, Publications, Newsletters, Editorial, Layout, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Illustrator, Photography, Newspapers, Photojournalism, Publishing
Education
Louisiana State University
Cum Laude, Bachelor of Arts, Speech Communications
University of New Orleans
Graphic Design and Fine Art
Consultant January 2012 - Present
Operation REACH April 2010 - April 2012
Watson Memorial Teaching Ministries August 2006 - August 2009
Loyola University New Orleans December 1994 - December 2005
City of New Orleans September 1988 - August 1993
Dillard University Library 1984 - 1988
The Times-Picayune June 1987 - August 1987
Skills
Community Outreach, Public Relations, Media Relations, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Strategic Communications, Non-profits
Education
Dillard University
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communications
Loyola University New Orleans School of Law
International Business Times May 2014 - Present
VenueCrawl March 2014 - Present
MFB Consulting, LLC May 2005 - Present
Sotheby's July 2013 - December 2013
Graphis August 2009 - October 2012
Columbia Law School May 2009 - August 2009
The Clarion-Ledger June 2007 - January 2009
The Advocate June 2005 - May 2007
The Daily Reveille January 2002 - May 2005
The Times-Picayune May 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Editorial, Journalism, Publishing, Editing, Social Media, Newspapers, Books, Writing, Digital Marketing, Publicity, AP Style, Integrated Marketing, News Writing, Creative Direction, Content Strategy, Media Relations, Public Relations, Adobe Creative Suite, Digital Media, Copywriting, Television, Blogging, Copy Editing, Research, Strategic Communications, Social Networking, CMS, Brand Development, Multimedia, New Media, InDesign, SEO, Corporate Communications, Ruby on Rails, Web Design, Web Development, Web Analytics, Strategic Planning, IT Management, UX, UIX, User Research, Product Development, Product Introduction, Product Management, Product Marketing, Product Requirements, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategy
Education
Louisiana State University 2001 — 2005
English, Journalism
Williston Herald November 2010 - Present
The Times-Picayune July 2009 - November 2009
Ball State University January 2006 - May 2009
Education
Ball State University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor Fine Arts, Telecommunications - News
Manchester University 2004 — 2005
Communications
West Lafayette High School 2000 — 2004
Diploma, Core 40 Diploma
NOLA.com The Times-Picayune July 2013 - Present
NOLA.com The Times-Picayune August 2012 - June 2013
The Daily Reveille 2009 - May 2012
The Charlotte Observer May 2011 - August 2011
The Times-Picayune August 2010 - December 2010
Skills
Ap Style, InDesign, Social Media, InCopy, Photoshop, Avid, PowerPoint, Dreamweaver, Microsoft Office, Sports Writing, AP Style, Sports, News Writing, Newspapers, Press Releases, Journalism
Education
Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College 2008 — 2012
Mass Communication
HBO's "Treme" December 2008 - Present
The Times 1995 - 2009
The Times-Picayune 1995 - 2009
"Faubourg Treme" 2002 - 2008
Wynton Marsalis Enterprises 1991 - 1993
Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism 1985 — 1986
MA, Journalism
University of Pennsylvania 1981 — 1985
BS, Finance
University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School 1981 — 1985
BS-Economics, Finance
University of Virginia
masters of creative writing
Scripps Health December 2011 - Present
The San Diego Union-Tribune April 2006 - November 2011
The Times-Picayune May 1997 - March 2006
New Orleans CityBusiness April 1994 - May 1997
L'Observateur February 1991 - April 1994
American Press in Lake Charles, La. July 1989 - February 1991
Jennings Daily 1985 - June 1989
Skills
Media Relations, Press Releases, Print Journalism, Online Journalism, Business Journalism, Investigative Reporting, Journalism, Social Media, Social Media Strategist, Narrative Journalism, Newspapers, Copy Editing, AP Style, Biotechnology, Strategic Communications, Media Skills Training, Public Relations, Healthcare, Health Care Reform, Mobile Health, Genomics, Interview Preparation, Media Events, Strategic Media..., Online Social Networking, News Writing, Blogging, Crisis Communications, Storytelling, Publications, Web Content, Social Media Marketing
Education
Louisiana State University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
California Lutheran University, Dept of Communication August 2007 - Present
Hive Strategies/The Hinmon Agency June 2010 - January 2013
The Hinmon Agency 2000 - June 2010
United Way 1999 - 2000
Oregon Children's Foundation 1998 - 1999
The Times-Picayune 1996 - 1997
California Lutheran University 1987 - 1995
Skills
Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, New Media, Mentoring, Blogging, Publicity, Media Relations, Academic Advising, Community Outreach, Higher Education, University Teaching, Strategic Communications, Advertising, Social Networking, Press Releases, Copywriting, Editing, Research, Event Planning, Corporate Communications, Copy Editing, Nonprofits, Creative Writing, Online Marketing, Community Development, Fundraising, Integrated Marketing
Education
California Lutheran University 2008 — 2012
Doctor of Education (EdD), Higher Education Leadership
Linfield College 1997 — 1998
Teaching Credential, Language Arts
California Lutheran University
MPA, Public Administration
California Lutheran University
BA, Communication
NOLA.com June 2012 - Present
The Times-Picayune May 1981 - February 2009
Skills
Leading..., Strategic Communications, Crisis Management, Editing, Social Media, Editorial, Journalism, Digital Media, Publications
Education
Louisiana State University 1979 — 1982
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Wonder August 2015 - Present
Associated Press February 2015 - July 2015
The New York Times August 2010 - January 2015
The Wall Street Journal June 2014 - August 2014
The Times-Picayune October 2012 - June 2013
Associated Press May 2012 - October 2012
The Associated Press July 2011 - October 2011
The Associated Press February 2011 - June 2011
CU Independent April 2010 - November 2010
The Chronicle of Philanthropy June 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Ap Style, Copy Editing, News Writing, Feature Articles, Journalism, Editing, Blogging, Breaking News, Social Media, Editorial, Final Cut Pro, Newspaper, Online Journalism, Facebook, Web Content, Storytelling, New Media, Investigative Reporting, Headline Writing, Digital Media, Fact-checking, Press Releases, Multimedia, Publications, Broadcast Journalism, Newsletters, Research, Newspapers, AP Style
Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism 2013 — 2014
Master of Arts (M.A.), Politics
University of Colorado at Boulder 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, International Affairs, International Media
Colorado Academy 2002 — 2006
NOLA Media Group March 2013 - Present
The Times-Picayune October 2011 - March 2013
The Times-Picayune October 2001 - October 2011
Skills
Advertising, Online Advertising, Facebook, Email Marketing, Social Media, Digital Media, Sales, SEO, Online Marketing, Newspapers, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Press Releases, Social Networking, Salesforce.com
Education
Delgado Community College 2012 — 2014
Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting July 2013 - Present
WWL-TV August 2012 - June 2013
The Times-Picayune December 2006 - August 2012
Chicago Tribune January 2005 - November 2006
The Boston Globe December 2002 - January 2005
The Philadelphia Inquirer June 2004 - August 2004
Education
Emerson College 2001 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Temple University 2000 — 2001
NOLA Media Group (The Times-Picayune & NOLA.com) July 2008 - Present
The Times - Picayune May 1986 - July 2008
Skills
Advertising, Advertising Sales, AP Style, Social Media, Newspapers, Digital Media, Publications, Blogging, Press Releases, Journalism, Newsletters, New Media, Publishing, Facebook, Publicity, Copy Editing, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Email Marketing, Management, Online Advertising, Social Networking, Digital Marketing
Education
Louisiana State University 1980 — 1985
Bachelor's degree, Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
East Jefferson High School 1976 — 1980
High School Diploma, College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program
BA Advertising Graphics Responsible for all creative work; design and layout. I am responsible for bringing in new clients. Another chief responsibility is to access the client's needs.Graphic DesignerAdvanced Central Services of LouisianaJune 2012 - March 2015
The Times Picayune 1996 - 2012
Skills
Photoshop, Newsprint Color..., InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Flash, Adobe Freehand, WordPress, Microsoft Office, Graphic Design, Static & Animated Web..., Photo Manipulation, Dreamweaver, Art, Illustrator, Logo Design, Graphics, Illustration, Layout, Image Manipulation
Education
Loyola University New Orleans
Master of Arts (M.A.)
Xavier University of Louisiana
Bachelor's of Fine Arts (BFA), Fine Arts
The Advocate July 2015 - Present
The Advocate March 2014 - July 2015
Cactus Clyde Productions January 2013 - March 2014
The Times-Picayune August 2010 - March 2014
LSU Athletics September 2010 - December 2013
The Legacy Magazine May 2010 - November 2010
The Daily Reveille March 2010 - September 2010
The Times-Picayune June 2010 - August 2010
The Daily Reveille January 2010 - March 2010
Eustis Risk Management Resources May 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Photography, Facebook, Photoshop, Social Media, Graphic Design, Sports Photography, Sports, Newspapers, Editorial, Photo Mechanic, Digital Photography, Twitter, Event Photography, Editing, Athletics, Social Media Marketing, Publications, Event Management, Social Networking, Action Sports, College Sports, Journalism, Photojournalism, Feature Articles, InDesign, Event Planning, Media Relations, Customer Service, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Blogging, Mac, Adobe Acrobat, Portrait Photography, Commercial Photography, Professional Sports, OS X, Adobe Bridge, Ap Style, Newspaper, Higher Education
Education
Louisiana State University 2013 — 2013
Master's degree, Sport Management
Louisiana State University 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Sport Administration-Sport Commerce
University of Colorado at Boulder 2008 — 2009
Journalism
Louise S. McGehee School 2004 — 2008
Diploma
Compliance Technology Group March 2012 - Present
Origami Owl September 2013 - January 2015
The Times-Picayune May 2007 - October 2012
IMTT May 2011 - August 2011
Al Cote Title Abstracting, Inc. November 2005 - November 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Social Media, Word, PowerPoint, Quickbooks, Microsoft Windows, HTML, Windows, Microsoft Word, Troubleshooting, Servers, Testing, Software Documentation, Help Desk Support, Windows 7, Time Management, Customer Service, Training, SQL
Education
Delgado Community College 2008 — 2011
Associate of Applied Science, Computer Information Technology
Nicholls State University 2007 — 2008
Rwanda Zambia HIV Research Group September 2014 - Present
Hope Stone New Orleans February 2014 - Present
CP3 Afterschool Zone March 2014 - May 2014
Einstein Charter School August 2013 - November 2013
Wolf Magazine May 2012 - May 2013
Loyola University January 2011 - May 2013
Recovery School District September 2012 - April 2013
The Times-Picayune June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Photoshop, Social Media, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Facebook, Teaching, Editing, Tutoring, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Copy Editing, Journalism, InDesign, Data Analysis, Event Planning
Education
Emory University 2014 — 2016
Master of Public Health (MPH), Global Epidemiology
Loyola University New Orleans 2009 — 2013
Bachelor's of Science, Computational Mathematics
Sporting Kansas City December 2014 - Present
Sporting Kansas City October 2012 - Present
New Orleans Hornets June 2010 - October 2012
The Times Picayune September 2007 - May 2010
Skills
Sponsorship Sales, Sports Marketing, Sponsorship, Sports Management, Sports, Archtics, Sponsorship Activation, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Cold Calling, Marketing, Sales, Relationship Marketing, Social Media, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Strategic Partnerships, Public Relations, Social Networking, Media Relations, Fundraising, Facebook, Digital Media, Email Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Professional Sports, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Partnership Marketing, Business Development, Lead Generation, Brand Management, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Press Releases, Brand Development, Advertising Sales, Sports Industry, Media Planning
Education
Auburn University 1997 — 2002
Bachelor's degree, Marketing and Public Relations
Cumberland University 1995 — 1997
iSqFt October 2011 - Present
BidClerk June 2007 - October 2011
Fusicology August 2006 - February 2007
The Times-Picayune June 2005 - November 2005
Skills
Editing, Newsletters, Social Media, Writing, Publications, Editorial, Copywriting, Press Releases, Interviews, Copy Editing, Journalism, Media Relations, Blogging, Feature Articles, Employee Training
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 2001 — 2005
BA, Mass Communications
TV/Film Investigator, Class Action LawsuitsOn Point InvestigationsFebruary 2013 - Present
David Eick Productions 2010 - Present
An Invisible Man, The True Story of the Hunt for Serial KIller Derrick Todd Lee 2013 - 2013
Jim Harlan for Congress July 2008 - November 2008
University of New Orleans January 2006 - June 2007
The Times-Picayune October 1999 - October 2004
Skills
Editing, Creative Writing, Television, Video Production, Storytelling, Screenwriting, Editorial, Film, Directing, Short Films, Video Editing, News Writing, Feature Articles, Media Production, Avid, Journalism, Film Production, Comedy, Copy Editing, Entertainment, Final Draft, Short Stories, Press Releases, New Media, Acting, Feature Films
Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism
M.S., Journalism
Multiple Publications March 2013 - Present
Gambit Weekly 2013 - 2014
The Times-Picayune 2012 - 2013
Gambit Weekly 2012 - 2012
Gambit Weekly 2011 - 2012
Hungry? City Guides 2006 - 2008
Skills
Non-fiction, Short Stories, Fiction Writing, Freelance Writing, Creative Writing, Copy Editing, Editing, Proofreading, Memoir, Poetry, Books, Journalism, Magazines, Social Media, Blogging, Breaking News, Publications, AP Style, Publicity, Editorial, Social Networking, Facebook, Newspapers, Web Content, Video, Copywriting, Photography, Research, Music, Media Relations, Storytelling, Newsletters, News Writing, Interviews, Publishing, Press Releases, Public Relations, Online Journalism, Fact-checking, Speech Writing, Feature Articles, New Media, Content Strategy, WordPress, Investigative Reporting, Digital Media, Content Management, Writing, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing
Education
Dillard University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English, Creative Writing, Mass Communication
NOLA.com The Times-Picayune August 2013 - Present
The Associate Press April 2013 - July 2013
The Times-Picayune January 2000 - January 2012
The Times-Picayune January 1997 - January 2000
East Jefferson Bureau January 1996 - January 1997
The Times-Picayune January 1995 - January 1996
River Parishes Bureau January 1993 - January 1995
Skills
InCopy, Adobe Photoshop, Social Media, Social Media Outreach, MovableType, SEO, Digital Media, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Blogging, Copy Editing, Newspapers, Editing, Storytelling, Journalism, Media Relations, Publications, News Writing, Press Releases
Education
Kent State University
MA, Public Relations, 3.8
Arkansas State University
BS, Communications
Netchex February 2012 - Present
The Advocate November 2009 - November 2011
The Times-Picayune August 2009 - December 2009
The Daily Reveille December 2007 - December 2009
Skills
Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Email Marketing, Press Releases, Event Planning, Fundraising, Editing, Breaking News, Photoshop, Feature Articles, Marketing Automation, Pardot, Inbound Marketing, Inbound Lead Generation, Outbound Marketing, Content Marketing, B2B Marketing, Internal Marketing, Internal Communications, Writing, Feature Writing, Collateral Material..., Web Content, Facebook, Storytelling, Social Media, Blogging, Copy Editing, Advertising, AP Style
Education
Louisiana State University 2005 — 2009
Mass Communication, Print Journalism
Ridge Tool Company December 2010 - Present
FrestyCreative October 2009 - Present
Optiem LLC May 2006 - October 2009
IdeaStar 1998 - 2006
ProShows Inc 1996 - 1997
The Times-Picayune 1994 - 1996
North Hills News Record and Valley News Dispatch October 1993 - February 1995
The North Hills News Record/Gannett Co. Inc. 1993 - 1995
The News-Press 1990 - 1993
The Beaver County Times 1986 - 1986
Skills
Graphic Design, User Experience, Information Architecture, User Interface Design, Web Design, SEO, InDesign, Interaction Design, Art Direction, Social Media, Online Advertising, CSS, Creative Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Strategy, Creative Services, Photography, Digital Marketing, Brand Development, Copywriting, Logo Design, Layout, Brochures, Corporate Identity
Education
Kent State University 1985 — 1989
BS, Photojournalism
Cleveland State University 1983 — 1985
Communications
Fairview Park High School 1979 — 1983
Tulane University School of Social Work May 2009 - Present
NOLA Media Group The Times-Picayune October 2012 - Present
The Times-Picayune March 2009 - October 2012
The Wynne Progress June 2009 - February 2010
The Wynne Progress August 2005 - June 2009
Skills
Editing, Editorial, Newspapers, Photography, Marketing, Sports, Blogging, Breaking News, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Media Relations, Newsletters, News Writing
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 2000 — 2004
BA, Print Journalism
Ochsner Health System January 2011 - Present
Caraccioli Cellars June 2009 - Present
Ochsner Health System January 2011 - October 2013
Time Inc. August 2010 - January 2011
Time Inc. May 2010 - August 2010
Time Inc. January 2010 - May 2010
The Times-Picayune June 2009 - August 2009
Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism 2008 - 2009
KEMA October 2006 - June 2008
Skills
Digital Strategy, Content Marketing, SEM, SEO, Web Development, Project Management, Online Editing, Social Media Marketing, Web Analytics, Blogging, Editing, Online Advertising, Editorial, Copy Editing, Email Marketing, Proofreading, Microsoft Excel, CRM, PowerPoint, CSS, HTML 5, CMS, Publishing, Publications, Press Releases, Journalism, AP Style, Newsletters, Digital Marketing
Education
Columbia University in the City of New York 2008 — 2009
Master's Degree, Journalism - Magazine Concentration
University of California, Santa Barbara 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's degree, English Language and Literature/Letters
University of California, Santa Barbara 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's Degree, Spanish Language and Literature
Boston Globe Media September 2014 - Present
The Oregonian June 2009 - August 2014
The Times-Picayune June 2008 - August 2008
The Providence Journal June 2007 - August 2007
San Francisco District Attorney's Office June 2006 - August 2006
Education
Brown University 2005 — 2009
A.B., English
The Life Stylings of Charles Springfield, Inc. May 2010 - Present
Cramer Krasselt November 2006 - April 2010
Core Creative December 2005 - August 2006
Caffeine Communications June 2004 - December 2005
Laughlin Constable February 2003 - June 2004
The Clarion-Ledger October 1999 - May 2002
The Times-Picayune May 1998 - August 1999
Skills
Wine Classes, Corporate Wine Events, Wine writer/blogger, At home wine tasting..., Wine expert, Wine Tasting Dinners, Wine spokesperson, Wine education, Media Relations, Public Relations, Press Releases, Marketing, Journalism, Editing, Strategic Communications, Integrated Marketing, Social Media, Corporate Communications, Copywriting, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Certified Sommelier, Television, Entertainment, Brand Development, New Media, Blogging, Feature Articles, Content Development, Event Management
Education
Sommelier Society of America 2012 — 2012
Certified Sommelier, Wine Steward/Sommelier
Jackson State University 1999 — 2002
Master's of Science, Public Relations / Advertising
Jackson State University 1993 — 1998
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
NOLA Media Group 2012 - Present
The Times-PIcayune 2002 - 2012
The Times-Picayune 1998 - 2002
Skills
Sales, Sales Management, Direct Sales, Salesforce.com, Digital Marketing, Prospecting Skills, New Client Prospecting, Advertising, Online Marketing, Online Advertising, Advertising Sales, Mobile Advertising, Display Advertising, Search Advertising, SEM, SEO, Consultative Selling, Exceed Sales Goals, Newspapers, Marketing Strategy, Structural Firefighting, Firefighting, Incident Command, Hazmat Operations
Education
Louisiana State University 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill February 2011 - Present
Artsee Magazine January 2011 - July 2012
UNC-Chapel Hill School of Law July 2008 - February 2011
Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine July 2002 - June 2008
Film and Commercial Production 1996 - 2001
Sounds True 1998 - 1999
Pirate's Alley Faulkner Society 1995 - 1998
The Times-Picayune 1995 - 1997
Skills
Editing, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Proofreading, Research, Public Speaking, Publications, Event Planning, Copy Editing, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Creative Writing, Higher Education, Program Development, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Blogging, Social Media, International Relations, Media Relations, Web Content Management, Social Networking, Non-profits, Leadership, Newsletters, Publishing, Magazines, Facebook, AP Style, Web Content, Multimedia, Content Development, Teaching, Grants, Community Development, Volunteer Management, Press Releases, Editorial, Copywriting, Journalism, Speech Writing, Publicity, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Web Design, News Writing, Writing, Management, Administration, Partnerships
Education
Warren Wilson College 2005 — 2007
MFA, Creative Writing
University of New Orleans 1994 — 1997
BA, Communications
St. Mary's Dominican High School 1988 — 1992
American University
CQ Roll Call Group March 2013 - Present
CQ Roll Call Group March 2012 - March 2013
Engineering News Record January 2008 - March 2012
Platts January 2008 - March 2012
The Times-Picayune 1999 - 2007
The Bradenton Herald July 1997 - July 1999
Skills
Editor, Editing, Writing, Copy Editing, Journalism, Media Relations, Newspaper, Blogging, Storytelling, InCopy, Strategic Communications, Editorial, Publications, Online Journalism, Feature Articles, Press Releases, News Writing, Newspapers, AP Style, Headline Writing, Research, Newsletters, Web Content, Breaking News, Social Media, Publishing, Politics, Newspaper Design, Crisis Communications, Online Publishing, Computer-assisted..., Freelance Writing, Investigative Reporting, Speech Writing, New Media, Magazines, Business Journalism, Copywriting, Corporate Communications, Content Management, Publicity, Fact-checking, Broadcast Journalism, Proofreading, Creative Writing, Web Content Management, Public Relations, Public Affairs, Content Development, Technical Writing
Education
Auburn University 1986 — 1990
Bachelor, Journalism
The Times-Picayune December 2006 - Present
The Day February 2005 - November 2006
Skills
Politics
Education
Boston University 2003 — 2004
Master of Arts, Journalism
Kenyon College 1995 — 1999
Bachelor's degree, Irish and American History, Biology
The Hartford Courant 1995 - Present
The San Diego Union-Tribune 1991 - 1994
Times-Advocate 1985 - 1991
The Times-Picayune 1980 - 1985
Skills
Investigative Reporting, InCopy, Newspaper Design, Crisis Communications, Writing, Editing, Editorial, Health, Interviews, Internet, Internal Communications, Journalism, Layout, Newspapers, Organization, Publishing, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Web Development, Online Journalism, Online Publishing, Web Design, Creative Writing, Politics, Proofreading, Associated Press style, Blogging, Public Relations, Media Relations, Team Leadership, Teamwork, News Writing, Breaking News, Interior Design, Gardening, Garden Design, Garden Writing, Content Strategy, Multimedia, Digital Media, Copywriting, Garden
Education
Bryn Mawr College
A.B., French literature
Loyola University New Orleans July 2008 - Present
Loyola University New Orleans August 2006 - June 2008
Louisiana Capital Assistance Center December 2005 - August 2006
The Statesman Journal October 2003 - December 2005
The Times Picayune May 2000 - October 2003
American Society of Newspaper Editors convention April 2003 - April 2003
The Maroon September 1999 - December 2002
Mobile Press-Register May 2002 - August 2002
Newspaper Association of America convention April 2002 - May 2002
Skills
Editing, Newsletters, Web Content, Social Media, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Interviews, Marketing, Leadership, Newspapers, Public Relations, Editorial, Event Planning, Project Management, Blogging, Higher Education, Strategic Communications, Multimedia, Information Architecture, Usability, Nonprofits, Strategy, Magazines, Proofreading, Management, Creative Writing, Copywriting, Publicity, Social Media Marketing, WordPress, Feature Articles, Digital Media, Writing, Content Strategy, Web Content Management, Web Project Management
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 1999 — 2003
BA, Communications, Print Journalism
Loyola University New Orleans 1999 — 2003
MBA, Business
The Obesity Society September 2014 - Present
Pennington Biomedical Research Center April 2010 - August 2014
IEM 2009 - 2010
The Institute for Functional Medicine 2007 - 2009
ECG Management Consultants, Inc. 2005 - 2007
CareerPerfect.com 2004 - 2005
The Times-Picayune 1997 - 2004
Skills
Publications, Editing, Copy Editing, Research, Project Planning, Social Media, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Nonprofits, Editorial, Journalism, Newsletters, Grant Writing, Blogging, Press Releases
Education
University of Washington 2005 — 2006
Certificate
Loyola University New Orleans 1995 — 1999
B.A.
Synchrony Financial December 2014 - Present
Atlanta Police Department June 2010 - December 2014
City of Atlanta Mayor's Office of Communications September 2013 - August 2014
MS&L September 2007 - May 2010
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution March 1994 - August 2007
Atlanta Journal Constitution December 2000 - December 2002
The Times-Picayune October 1992 - March 1994
Gwinnett Daily News September 1991 - September 1992
Associated Press January 1991 - August 1991
Atlanta Journal-Constitution May 1990 - December 1990
Skills
Media Relations, Crisis Communications, Editing, Newspapers, Storytelling, Public Affairs, Politics, Event Management, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Government, Leadership, Photography, Management, Strategic Communications, Press Releases, Corporate Communications, Reputation Management, Internal Communications, Speech Writing, Public Relations, Journalism, Writing, AP Style
Education
Georgia State University 1985 — 1990
B.A. Communications, Print Journalism
Interim LSU Hospital February 2014 - Present
University Medical Center of New Orleans February 2014 - Present
City of New Orleans August 2012 - January 2014
Recovery School District June 2006 - October 2011
The Times-Picayune 1992 - 2005
Skills
Public Relations, Research, Editing, Freelance Writing, Journalism, Media Relations, Copy Editing
Education
Auburn University
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
NOLA Media Group October 2015 - Present
NOLA.com and The Times-Picayune October 2012 - October 2015
The Times-Picayune July 2003 - October 2012
Gambit Weekly November 1998 - March 2001
Gambit Weekly, New Orleans 1998 - 1999
Skills
Graphics, Newspapers, Publications, Editorial, Digital Media, Social Media, Publishing, Online Advertising, Copywriting, Advertising, Magazines, Press Releases
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 1994 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts, Communications
University of Missouri July 2012 - Present
SaraShipleyHiles.com May 2005 - Present
Bowling Green State University January 2011 - May 2012
Western Kentucky University August 2006 - May 2010
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2002 - 2005
The Courier-Journal 2000 - 2002
The Statesman-Journal 1998 - 2000
The Times-Picayune 1992 - 1998
Skills
Social media, Online media, Research, Journalism, Editing, Writing, Public Relations, Teaching, Multimedia, Social Media, New Media, Storytelling
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2007 — 2010
Master's, Journalism
Western Kentucky University 2007 — 2007
Master's, Communication
Loyola University New Orleans 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts, Communications
St. Francis Borgia 1985 — 1989
Real Life Photos February 2005 - Present
Self-Employed June 1989 - August 1996
The Times-Picayune January 1986 - April 1989
Skills
Commercial Product..., Editorial, Photography, Sports Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, Commercial Photography, Publications
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 1981 — 1985
BA, Communications
The Detroit News February 2013 - Present
Old Newsboys Goodfellow Fund of Detroit January 2013 - Present
The Detroit News March 2009 - February 2013
Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Foundation 1998 - 2013
The Detroit News March 2007 - March 2009
The Detroit News March 1997 - March 2007
The Times-Picayune March 1996 - March 1997
Gannett Co. Inc. 1983 - March 1996
Skills
Newspapers, Editing, Journalism, Headline Writing, AP Style, Newspaper, News Writing, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Politics, Non-profit Boards, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Non-profit Leadership, Social Networking, Non-profit Volunteering, Editorial, Copy Editing
Education
Central Michigan University 1981 — 1983
Bachelor of Applied Arts, Journalism, Political Science
Macomb Community College 1979 — 1981
Associate's degree
The Times-Picayune July 2012 - Present
(New Orleans) Times-Picayune 2000 - Present
Education
Hampton University 1980 — 1984
TeeVeeBaby Productions Writer-in-residenceUniversity of New OrleansJanuary 2006 - May 2007
The Times-Picayune October 1999 - October 2003
Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism
M.S., Journalism
University of California, Los Angeles
Screen and TV Writing
The Sun Herald August 2015 - Present
CityBusiness January 1993 - July 1994
The Orange County Register July 1990 - January 1993
The Ledger January 1989 - June 1990
The Times Picayune June 1988 - August 1988
Skills
Online Journalism, News Writing, Newspaper, Ap Style, InCopy, Storytelling, Journalism, Investigative Reporting, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Editing, AP Style, Newspapers, Social Media Marketing, Editorial, Breaking News, Headline Writing, Newspaper Design, Web Content, Online News, Magazines, Social Media, Press Releases, Proofreading, Newsletters, Publishing, Publications, Multimedia, Copywriting, Publicity, Fact-checking, Media Relations, Freelance Writing, Blogging, QuarkXPress, Content Development, Speech Writing, Photojournalism, Computer-assisted...
Education
Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College 1984 — 1988
Bachelor's degree, Print journalism
Chicago Tribune Media Group 2005 - Present
Chicago Tribune November 2004 - Present
Blue 1647 2015 - 2015
Blue 1647 2015 - 2015
Blue 1647 2015 - 2015
Chicago Headline Club 2013 - 2013
NABJ 1995 - 2009
Chicago Tribune 2004 - 2008
Chicago Association of Black Journalists 2004 - 2008
The Times-Picayune September 2000 - November 2004
Skills
Journalism, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Web Content, Video, Multimedia, Ap Style, Newspaper, Copy Editing, News Writing, Breaking News, Politics, Writing, Media Relations, Publications, Press Releases, Editorial, Social Media, Blogging, Public Relations, AP Style, Newspapers, Social Networking, Fact-checking, Investigative Reporting
Education
University of Maryland College Park 1999 — 2000
Public Affairs Journalism
Howard University 1995 — 1999
RealClearPolitics August 2012 - Present
Sports Media Exchange July 2009 - Present
MLB.com February 2011 - February 2013
Icabod, Inc. June 2003 - September 2009
Chamber of Commerce January 2008 - November 2008
Santa Rosa Press Democrat November 2001 - June 2003
The Times-Picayune 1993 - 1996
Skills
Creative Writing, Publishing, Public Relations, Facebook, Newspaper, Social Networking, Magazines, Editorial, Research
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Arts, Professional Writing
Univeristy of California-Berkeley
One Semester toward Masters, Journalism
Lagarde Fine Wines 2004 - 2010
The Times Picayune September 1962 - October 2004
Skills
Storytelling, Newspapers, Copy Editing, AP Style, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Publications, Journalism, Web Content, Feature Articles, Editing
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 1965 — 1970
NOLA.com The Times-Picayune June 2014 - Present
The Washington Post July 1995 - May 2012
The Times-Picayune December 1985 - July 1995
Skills
Journalism, Copy Editing, Editing, Storytelling, Editorial, Magazines, Publications, Web Content, Publishing, Headline Writing, News Writing, Social Media, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Media Relations, Press Releases, Newspaper, Human Resources, Investigative Reporting, InCopy, Feature Articles, Copywriting, Politics
Education
Northwestern University - Medill School of Journalism 1984 — 1985
Master of Science (M.S.), Journalism
Dillard University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English and Mass Communication
Innocence Project New Orleans August 2013 - Present
UCLA Law August 2010 - May 2013
Innocence Project New Orleans August 2012 - November 2012
The Times-Picayune July 2007 - July 2010
The Providence Journal March 2005 - July 2007
Skills
Newspaper, News Writing, Storytelling, Journalism, Online Journalism, Editorial, Media Relations, Investigative Reporting
Education
University of Maryland College Park 2003 — 2004
M.A., print journalism
Brown University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Africana Studies
The Times Picayune 2001 - Present
Texaco July 1985 - July 2001
Education
Loyola University New Orleans
Bachelor's degree, Accounting
Boomers Lifestyle Network "The Second Half Radio Show" October 2014 - Present
smallbusinessNOLA Radio October 2014 - Present
Boomers Lifestyle Magazine October 2014 - Present
Boomers Lifestyle Magazine October 2014 - Present
New Orleans Association of Black Journalists 2012 - 2014
The Times Picayune June 2013 - September 2013
SNOWDEN COMMIUNICATIONS 1993 - 1994
Skills
Broadcast, Journalism, Storytelling, Radio, Newspapers, Social Media, Public Speaking, Television, Video Production, Video, New Media
Education
Full Sail University 2014 — 2015
Master's Degree, New Media Journalism
University of New Orleans
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Commnunications
NOLA Media Group 2012 - Present
The Times-Picayune July 2009 - November 2012
The Times-Picayune August 1989 - June 2009
Skills
Ap Style, Newspaper, Headline Writing, Breaking News, News Writing, Journalism, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Editorial, Online Journalism, Blogging, Publications, Editing, InCopy, Proofreading
Education
Louisiana State University
B.A., M.J., Journalism
Sanford Myers Photography LLC October 2005 - Present
The Tennessean September 2003 - September 2014
The Times-Picayune October 1997 - September 2003
The Stuart News 1993 - 1997
Skills
Commercial Photography, Photojournalism, editorial photography, Sports Photography, Industrial Photography, Portraits, Magazines, Sports, Documentary, Lighting, Interiors, Camera, Digital Photography, Portrait Photography, Journalism, Architectural..., Editorial, Travel Photography, Location Photography, Environmental..., Photo Mechanic, Studio Lighting, Reportage, Photography, Event Photography, Image Editing, Lightroom, Editorial Photography, Art, Photos, Fashion Photography, Food Photography, Documentaries, Newspapers
Education
Ithaca College 1986 — 1990
BS, Photography
Trinity-Pawling School 1982 — 1986
The Pampered Chef July 2006 - Present
The Times-Picayune January 1999 - May 2007
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Social Media, Contract Negotiation, New Business Development, Editing, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, Advertising, Marketing, Media Relations, Social Networking, Marketing Communications
Education
Louisiana State University 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
HighRoad Solution February 2015 - Present
Tax Executives Institute September 2013 - January 2015
National Rural Electric Cooperative Association February 2011 - September 2013
McClatchy-Tribune Regional News June 2008 - February 2011
Paxton Media Group - Hammond Daily Star January 2008 - May 2008
Columbus Ledger-Enquirer June 2006 - September 2007
The Times-Picayune March 2003 - August 2004
The Times-Picayune August 2000 - May 2001
Skills
Improvisation, Copy Editing, Ap Style, Journalism, Editing, Newspaper, Storytelling, Blogging, Breaking News, Editorial, Proofreading, Publications, Web Content, Feature Articles, News Writing, Social Media, Headline Writing, Newsletters, QuarkXPress, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Twitter, AP Style, Newspapers, Copywriting, Constructive Feedback, Content Management, Interviews, Press Releases, Web Content Management, Web Design, Video, Digital Strategy, Facebook, Media Relations, Content Development, Strategic Communications, WordPress, Speech Writing, Digital Media, Online Journalism, New Media, Content Strategy, Multimedia, Layout, Social Networking, Crisis Communications, Social Media Marketing, Publicity
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 2002 — 2007
B.A., communications - print journalism/history
The Advocate July 2013 - Present
The Tennessean August 2012 - July 2013
The Times-Picayune 2003 - 2012
Skills
Journalism, AP Style, Newspapers, Editorial, Copy Editing, Editing, Press Releases
Education
New York University 2002 — 2004
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University 1998 — 2002
NOLA.com November 2012 - Present
Legacy Magazine May 2011 - December 2011
The Daily Reveille August 2009 - December 2011
The Republican-American June 2011 - August 2011
Legacy Magazine August 2009 - May 2011
The Times-Picayune May 2010 - September 2010
Skills
AP Style, Newspaper, Copy Editing, Journalism, Editorial, Critical Thinking, Feature Writing, Social Networking, Blogging, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Ap Style, Digital Video, Newspapers, Photojournalism, Feature Articles, Social Media, Breaking News, Storytelling, Editing
Education
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam 2012 — 2012
Social Sciences
Louisiana State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
Christwood Retirement Community December 2013 - Present
The Times-Picayune 1989 - 2013
Skills
Advertising, Newspaper, Online Advertising, Marketing Communications, Online Marketing, Public Relations, Publicity, Marketing Research, Email Marketing, Advertising Sales, Interactive Advertising, Sales Presentations, Direct Sales, Business Development, Fundraising, Newspapers, Direct Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Copywriting
Education
Louisiana State University
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Nola Media Group/Advance Digital May 2015 - Present
NOLA Media Group August 2011 - Present
The Times-Picayune January 1999 - August 2011
Skills
Newspapers, Advertising, Digital Media, Facebook, SEO, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Photoshop, New Media, Social Networking, Editorial, Marketing, Customer Service, Public Relations, Newspaper, QuarkXPress, Salesforce.com, Mobile Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, Management, Sales, Email Marketing
Education
Louisiana Tech University 1996 — 1999
BA, Sociology
Louisiana Tech University 1996 — 1999
Bachelor's degree, Sociology
NOLA Media Group- The Times-Picayune / NOLA.com August 2013 - Present
NOLA Media Group- The Times Picayune / NOLA.com October 2012 - August 2013
The Times-Picayune 1990 - 2012
Education
Louisiana State University 1984 — 1989
Bachelor’s Degree, Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs/Economics
Los Angeles Clippers October 2014 - Present
Dallas Cowboys August 2012 - October 2014
The Dallas Morning News March 2012 - July 2013
MLB May 2012 - August 2012
The Times-Picayune January 2012 - July 2012
The Daily Reveille May 2011 - January 2012
MLB.com May 2011 - November 2011
The Daily Reveille January 2009 - June 2011
Dallas Cowboys May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Journalism, Sports, Writing, Storytelling, Newspaper, Blogging, News Writing, AP Style, Newspapers, Press Releases, Social Networking, Sports Writing, Media Relations, InCopy, Online Journalism, Breaking News
Education
Louisiana State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelors, Journalism, graduated cum laude
Chicago Tribune February 2015 - Present
Chicago Tribune Media Group March 2012 - Present
Chicago Tribune June 2009 - March 2012
Chicago Tribune Media Group 2003 - 2009
The Times-Picayune June 1999 - June 2002
Skills
Ap Style, News Writing, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Storytelling, Fact-checking, Feature Articles, Editing, AP Style
Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism 2002 — 2003
M.S., Journalism
Louisiana State University 1995 — 1999
B.A., Journalism, English
New Orleans Speech and Hearing Center October 2013 - Present
The Times-Picayune January 2011 - April 2013
The Times-Picayune November 1993 - December 2010
The Record 1985 - 1993
The Boca Raton News 1983 - 1985
Skills
Newspaper, Freelance Writing, AP Style, Journalism, News Writing, Copy Editing, Editorial, Feature Articles, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Headline Writing, Publications, Fact-checking, Web Content, Investigative Reporting, Editing, Publishing
Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism 1982 — 1983
MSJ, Journalism
Georgetown University 1977 — 1981
BA, English
Plexus Slim and writing June 2012 - Present
Plaquemines Parish Government December 2011 - June 2012
St. Bernard Parish Government January 2008 - December 2011
Our Lady of Prompt Succor August 2007 - December 2007
Free lance political consultant and writer May 2007 - December 2007
The Times-Picayune July 1989 - May 2007
Skills
Government, Community Outreach, Community Development, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Research, Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Social Media, Volunteer Management, Event Management, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Photography, Press Releases, Public Relations, Editing, Creative Writing, Newsletters, Media Relations, Copywriting, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Strategic Communications, Copy Editing, Journalism, Budgets
Education
Louisiana State University 1984 — 1989
Bachelor's degree, News-editorial journalism
Academy of Holy Angels, New Orleans, LA 1980 — 1984
The New Orleans Advocate May 2013 - Present
The Times-Picayune 2000 - May 2013
The American Prospect August 1999 - August 2000
States News Service February 1997 - June 1999
Skills
Feature Articles, Journalism, Newspaper, Editorial, Copy Editing, News Writing, Government, AP Style, Investigative Reporting
Education
Clark University 1991 — 1995
BA, history
The Clarion Herald newspaper January 2007 - Present
The Times-Picayune February 1992 - January 2006
The Times-Picayune October 1982 - January 1997
Skills
Writing, Newspaper, Photography, Scheduling, Journalism, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Copy Editing, Editing, Ap Style, News Writing, AP Style, Newspapers, Advertising, Breaking News, Process Scheduler, Headline Writing, Storytelling, Editorial, Press Releases, Videography, Feature Articles, Media Relations, Online Journalism, Final Cut Pro, InCopy, Photojournalism, Blogging, Magazines, Web Content, Investigative Reporting, Publications, Publishing, Beat Reporting, Copywriting, Online News, Proofreading, New Media, Fact-checking, Facebook, Creative Writing, Social Networking, Freelance Writing, Digital Media, Video, Crisis Communications, Speech Writing, Publicity, Social Media, Books
Education
Louisiana State University 1977 — 1980
Bachelor's degree, Broadcast Journalism
Mount Carmel Academy 1973 — 1977
High school
The Houma Courier / Daily Comet June 2014 - Present
Rowan University September 2013 - May 2014
The Daily Reveille August 2010 - August 2013
LEGACY Magazine May 2012 - December 2012
The Times-Picayune May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Journalism, Feature Articles, Public Relations, Media Relations, Social Media, Copy Editing, Editing, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Newspapers, Proofreading, Magazines
Education
Rowan University 2013 — 2014
Master's degree, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Louisiana State University 2009 — 2013
Mass Communication, Journalism
St. Mary's Dominican High School 2004 — 2009
The Times-Picayune 2000 - 2007
Education
Louisiana State University 1972 — 1975
Masters, Journalism and Political Science
McNeese State University 1968 — 1972
B.S., Psychology and biology education
OCHR Silverdale March 2014 - Present
Navy Exchange February 2013 - March 2014
Tulane University September 2010 - May 2011
Free Lancer April 2009 - August 2010
The Times-Picayune December 2007 - April 2009
Tulane University October 2006 - January 2009
Tulane University September 2004 - September 2006
Tulane University December 2000 - September 2004
Skills
Recruiting, Employee Relations, Management, Human Resources, Talent Management
Education
Cornell University 2012 — 2013
Master Certificate, Human Resources
Loyola University New Orleans 1995 — 1999
BA, Communications
The Catholic Foundation, Archdiocese of New Orleans July 2013 - Present
Heim Consulting January 2008 - Present
Association Healthcare Philanthropy 1974 - 2012
Ochsner Clinic Foundation January 1981 - August 2007
The Times-Picayune 1962 - 1976
Jesuit High School 1966 - 1973
Skills
Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Volunteer Management, Planned Giving, Annual Giving, Moves Management, Campaign Strategies, Community Relations, Board Development, Stewardship, Philanthropy, Individual Giving, Prospect Research, Donor Relations, Sponsorship, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Healthcare Management, Healthcare, Program Development, Hospitals, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Community Development, Public Relations, Nonprofits, Fundraisers, Grants, Grant Writing, Program Evaluation, Capital Campaigns, Leadership Development, Newsletters, Event Management, Non-profit..., Strategic Communications, Organizational..., Media Relations, Alumni Relations, Staff Development, Proposal Writing, Non-profit Board..., Major Gift Development, Board Relations, Public Health, Resource Development, Public Policy, Workshop Facilitation, Volunteering, Endowments
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 1967 — 1969
MEd, Guidance and Counseling
The University of Southern Mississippi 1963 — 1965
B.S., Secondary Ed.-Soical Studies
LSU School of Public Health January 2014 - Present
The British-American Project November 2010 - Present
TurboSquid 2010 - 2010
The Times-Picayune 1991 - 2009
Skills
Social Marketing, Health Communication, Health Journalism, Health Advocacy, Writing, Editing, Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, Project Management, Team Management, Client Relations Skills, Budget Monitoring, Automotive Writing, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Newsletters, Community Outreach, Social Media
Education
Louisiana State University 2011 — 2012
Masters of Public Health (MPH), Behavioral and Community Health Sciences, 3.9 GPA (Magna Cum Laude)
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science (BS), Journalism
NolaVie January 2011 - Present
The Times-Picayune October 1977 - April 2009
Skills
Editing, AP Style, Journalism, Newspapers, Editorial, Copy Editing, News Writing, Online Journalism, Blogging, Publications, Feature Articles, Web Content, Producing, Digital Media, WordPress, Storytelling, Publishing, Photojournalism, Newspaper, Magazines, InCopy, Image Editing, Digital Photography, Breaking News, Ap Style
Education
Kenyon College 1971 — 1975
B.A., English LIterature and French
Metropolitan Human Services District Program DirectorCatholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans2007 - 2011
The Times-Picayune 2002 - 2005
Skills
Goats, Softball, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Coaching, Community Organizing, Grant Writing, Program Development, Women's Issues, Editing
Education
Loyola University New Orleans
The Times-Picayune October 2012 - Present
Tiger Television August 2011 - June 2012
Education
Louisiana State University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Broadcast Journalism