Upworthy Company

Description

Upworthy is a website for viral content started in March 2012 by Eli Pariser, the former executive director of MoveOn, and Peter Koechley, the former managing editor of The Onion. One of Facebook's co-founders, Chris Hughes, was an early investor. It is owned by Good Worldwide. CEO: Eli Pariser Headquarters: New York City, New York, U.S. Founder(s): Eli Pariser and Peter Koechley Founded: March 14, 2012; 6 years ago

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Upworthy Employees

Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Dexter Calderbank Dexter Calderbank Greater San Diego Area Details
Dexter Calderbank's Upworthy Experience January 2015 - January 2015
Job Camera Assistant/Editor/Line Cook
Industry Restaurants
Experience
Upworthy   January 2015 - January 2015
Acme-Smith   September 2014 - September 2014
IN Hollywood TV   June 2013 - August 2014
Bound By Ad   May 2014 - June 2014
Hide and Go Seek   May 2014 - May 2014
River Roadhouse   January 2012 - June 2013
Rainwater Grill   December 2011 - June 2012
Jazz'd Tapas Restaurant   July 2011 - December 2011
Sugar Daddy's Wine and Tapas Bar   July 2010 - July 2011
Churchill's Pub and Grill   November 2008 - November 2010

Skills
Final Cut Pro, Video Editing, Adobe Creative Suite, Post Production, Camera Assistant, Production Assistance, Canon DSLR, Camera Operating, Videography, Set Dressing, Set Design, Photoshop, Photography, Digital Photography, Portrait Photography, Lightroom, Portraits, Photojournalism, Event Photography, Commercial Photography, Studio Lighting, Microsoft Office, InDesign, Illustrator, Social Media, Food Styling, Retouching, Art Direction, Video Production, Assistant Directing, Editing, Film, Video, Film Production, Cooking, Restaurants, Hospitality Industry, Fine Dining, Culinary Skills, Food, Food Preparation, Chef, Catering, Cuisine, Food Safety, ServSafe, Saute, Grill, Pantry, Casual Dining

Education
San Diego Mesa College   2015 — 2017
Associate of Science (A.S.), Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer

San Diego Mesa College   2015 — 2017
Certificate of Achievement, Culinary Arts/Chef Training

Savannah College of Art and Design   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Photography, 3.8 GPA

Hunter College   2005 — 2007
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Psychology, 3.7 GPA

Mazher Ali Mazher Ali Oakland, California Details
Mazher Ali's Upworthy Experience March 2014 - Present
Job Writer // Content Strategist // Communications Specialist
Industry Online Media
Experience
Upworthy   March 2014 - Present
NewcrestImage  July 2013 - Present
United for a Fair Economy  January 2010 - December 2013
United for a Fair Economy  July 2009 - January 2010
United for a Fair Economy  December 2007 - June 2009
Aspen Education Group  August 2006 - September 2007
Thompson & Knight LLP  August 2005 - July 2006

Skills
Editing, Writing, Public Relations, Event Planning, Workshop Development, Workshop Presenter, Public Speaking, Project Facilitation, Collaborative Leadership, Collaborative Learning, Collaborative Planning, Collaborative Problem..., Critical Thinking, Workshops, Project Management, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Leadership Development, Strategic Communications, Strategy, Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Social Media, Politics, Web Content, Public Policy, Copy Editing, Media Relations, Publicity, Grants, Press Releases, Program Development, Newsletters, Policy Analysis, Blogging

Education
Texas Tech University
B.A., Psychology

Pine Tree High School   1995 — 1999

Mansur Gidfar Mansur Gidfar Northampton, Massachusetts Details
Mansur Gidfar's Upworthy Experience February 2013 - September 2013
Job Communications Director at Represent.Us
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Represent.Us  September 2013 - Present
Upworthy   February 2013 - September 2013
Upworthy   September 2012 - February 2013
Upworthy   May 2012 - February 2013
Upworthy   February 2012 - May 2012

Skills
Writing, Copywriting, Art Direction, Social Media, social media comm, Editorial, Editing, Research, Fact-checking, Advertising, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Illustrator, Team Management, Project Management, Policy Analysis, Content Strategy, AP Style, Blogging

Education
University of Colorado at Boulder   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism

Austin Teer Austin Teer Bellingham, Washington Details
Austin Teer's Upworthy Experience July 2015 - Present
Job UI Engineer at Upworthy
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Upworthy   July 2015 - Present
Teer Creative   April 2011 - Present
Big Fresh Media  April 2013 - June 2015
Big Fresh Media  September 2012 - April 2013
Olive Technology  May 2012 - September 2012
Greenville College  April 2011 - June 2012
Greenville College  January 2011 - March 2011
Enertech Mfg, LLC  August 2010 - December 2010
Teer Co. Landscaping   February 2004 - July 2010
Starbucks  2005 - 2007

Skills
Web Design, PHP, HTML5, Graphic Design, CSS, jQuery, AJAX, SQL, Linux Server, MySQL, Database Management, Photography, Illustrator, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Zend Framework, HTML, Wordpress, Web Development, Linux, SQL Server, Apache, Adobe Creative Suite, Drupal, Logo Design, Front-end Development, Mac, HTML 5, Front-end, JavaScript, OS X, Joomla, User Experience, User Interface Design, Web Analytics, Web Applications, Website Development, WordPress, XHTML, phpMyAdmin, Subversion, Programming, Microsoft SQL Server, LAMP, E-commerce, Database Admin, CSS3, CMS, Online Marketing, Databases

Education
Greenville College   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Computer and Information Systems

Kaye Toal Kaye Toal Greater New York City Area Details
Kaye Toal's Upworthy Experience February 2012 - September 2013
Job Social Web Writer at BuzzFeed
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
BuzzFeed  October 2014 - Present
GoldieBlox, Inc.   September 2013 - September 2014
Upworthy   February 2012 - September 2013
SPARK Movement  September 2011 - September 2012
Douglass Residential College - Rutgers University  August 2011 - May 2012
National Organization for Women  January 2012 - January 2012
Rutgers University Press  January 2011 - May 2011
The Scarlet Sound   May 2009 - October 2010
Rutgers University Press  September 2009 - May 2010
East Shore Veterinary Hospital   August 2006 - September 2009

Skills
Writing, Public Speaking, Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Social Networking, Creative Writing, Facebook, Blogging, WordPress, Marketing, Email Marketing, Nonprofits, Editing

Education
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick   2008 — 2012
BA, English, Art History

The University of ExeterAutumn 2010   2010 — 2010
English Literature

Rajiv Narayan Rajiv Narayan Greater New York City Area Details
Rajiv Narayan's Upworthy Experience May 2013 - Present
Job Community Health Worker Capacity Specialist at New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
Industry Health, Wellness and Fitness
Experience
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene  January 2015 - Present
Upworthy   May 2013 - Present
California Student Sustainability Coalition  July 2014 - Present
Huffington Post  March 2010 - Present
Birmingham Food Council   February 2015 - Present
Close Concerns  May 2013 - September 2013
Social Policy Research Associates  September 2012 - May 2013
Pop Culture Coffee Break Podcast   March 2012 - March 2013
James Logan High School Forensics   June 2008 - March 2013
UC Davis  April 2011 - June 2012

Skills
Social Media, Research, Public Relations, Healthcare, Food Policy, Community Outreach, Public Policy, Teaching, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Program Management, Policy, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Community Organizing, Editing, Strategic Communications, Training, Policy Analysis, Analysis, Newsletters, Blogging, Opinion Writing, Journalism

Education
University of Oxford   2013 — 2014
MSc, Medical Anthropology, Distinction

University of California, Davis   2008 — 2012
BA, Individual Major, Highest Honors

Edward Urgola Edward Urgola Greater New York City Area Details
Edward Urgola's Upworthy Experience February 2014 - October 2014
Job Director, Product at Hearst
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Hearst Digital Media  October 2014 - Present
Upworthy   February 2014 - October 2014
SAY Media  May 2012 - February 2014
SAY Media  May 2011 - May 2012
VideoEgg  May 2009 - May 2011
MindShare  June 2006 - May 2009

Skills
Digital Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Online Reputation..., Online Social Networking, Community Outreach, System Monitoring, Blogging, Digital Media, DoubleClick, Digital Marketing, Rich Media, Ad Networks, Creative Strategy, Advertising Operations, Product Development, Product Management, Product Marketing, Content Strategy, Content Marketing, Mobile Applications, Mobile Advertising, Mobile Design, Web Analytics, Product Offerings, Financial Modeling, Salesforce.com, Direct Sales, International Sales, Sales Operations, Sales Presentations, Presentation Development, Public Speaking, User Interface Design, Mobile Technology, Marketing Strategy, Advertising Sales, Integrated Marketing, Media Buying, Advertising, Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Media Planning, Online Advertising, comScore, Presentation Coaching, Solutions Marketing, Brand Development

Education
Boston College   2002 — 2006
Bachelors, Communications, Music, Cum Laude

Erin Ozmat Erin Ozmat Greater New York City Area Details
Erin Ozmat's Upworthy Experience May 2014 - Present
Job Product Manager at Upworthy
Industry Internet
Experience
Upworthy   May 2014 - Present
Tremor Video  August 2011 - May 2014
Tremor Video  October 2009 - August 2011
Tremor Media  October 2009 - January 2011
Freelance  January 2006 - January 2010
Park Productions  September 2005 - June 2009
WMHT (PBS of NY Capital Region)   June 2008 - August 2008
Magical Elves  January 2008 - May 2008
KCET-TV  January 2008 - April 2008

Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, CSS, HTML, Microsoft Office, Camera, Digital Media, Video, Web Video, Online Advertising, Final Cut Pro, Advertising, Video Production, Creative Direction, Documentaries, Social Media Marketing, Film, Social Media, Mobile Devices, Flash, Interactive Advertising, Digital Strategy, Content Management, Blogging, Dreamweaver, Product Design, Product Management

Education
Ithaca College   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Television-Radio, Video Production concentration

University of Auckland   2007 — 2007

Bogazici University   2006 — 2006

Voorheesville High School   2001 — 2005

Melissa Gilkey Melissa Gilkey Greater New York City Area Details
Melissa Gilkey's Upworthy Experience September 2013 - Present
Job Head of Editorial Growth at Upworthy
Industry Online Media
Experience
Upworthy   September 2013 - Present
American City Business Journals  March 2013 - September 2013
Red Ventures  October 2009 - February 2013
Davidson College  August 2008 - May 2009

Skills
Market Research, Innovation, Data Analysis, Building New Business, Business Development, Strategic Partner..., Business Strategizing, Marketing Strategy, Logical Framework..., Customer Segmentation..., Executive Presentations, Project Team Management, Advanced SQL, Microsoft Office, Superior written &..., Analytics, Leadership, Strategy, CRM

Education
Davidson College   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Economics

Universidad Nacional de San Agustín   2007 — 2007
History, Politcal Science

wyatt closs wyatt closs Greater Los Angeles Area Details
wyatt closs's Upworthy Experience May 2013 - August 2013
Job Senior Creative Public Affairs Strategist, Writer, Campaign Mgr, Producer in Arts, Media, Politics, and Coalitions
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Big Bowl of Ideas   June 2012 - Present
The Huffington Post  February 2009 - Present
Amalgamated Recordings   December 2010 - Present
Upworthy   May 2013 - August 2013
PopWork USA   August 2010 - June 2012
SEIU  May 2009 - June 2012
SEIU  June 2008 - May 2009
SEIU International Convention   January 2008 - July 2008
SEIU  October 2004 - January 2008
SEIU  November 2000 - October 2004

Skills
Writing, Event Management, Coalition Building, Speech Writing, Politics, Creative Writing, Public Relations, Event Planning, Campaign Management, Strategic Planning, Screenwriting, Civic Engagement, Political Campaigns, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, New Media, Publicity, Community Outreach, Press Releases, Blogging, Journalism, Community Relations, Copy Editing, Communications Strategy, Crisis Communications, Editing, Social Media, Public Policy, Newsletters, Video Production, Copywriting, Non-profits, Social Networking, Government Relations, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Message Development, Volunteer Management, Political Consulting, Proofreading, Marketing Communications, Human Rights, Research, Wordpress, Grassroots Organizing, Newspaper, DJ, Film Production, Coalitions, Video

Education
Writer's Boot Camp   2004 — 2006
2 Year Professional Screenwriting Program, 2 Year Professional Screenwriting Program

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill   1983 — 1986
Economics, Public Policy Analysis

Sanderson High School   1981 — 1983
High School

Terrell Orr Terrell Orr San Francisco, California Details
Terrell Orr's Upworthy Experience May 2013 - July 2013
Job Director of Content at Meed Inc
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Meed Inc   May 2015 - Present
Butterfleye Inc.   November 2014 - Present
Coffee Meets Bagel  August 2014 - May 2015
Kards Unlimited   September 2013 - May 2014
Upworthy   May 2013 - July 2013
Bennington College  August 2012 - October 2012
Whirl Publishing  June 2012 - August 2012
Bennington College  September 2010 - June 2012
Found Magazine   January 2012 - February 2012
The Andy Warhol Museum  2012 - 2012

Skills
Social Media, Writing, Blogging, Editing, Photoshop, Content Marketing, Curating, Museums, Research, Art History, Museum Collections, Art Exhibitions, Archives, Art Handling, Art, Cataloging, Exhibit Design, Contemporary Art, Archival Research, Galleries, SEO Copywriting, Twitter, Nonprofits, Public Speaking

Education
Bennington College   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Social Psychology and Visual Arts

Winchester Thurston School   2005 — 2009
Diploma

Ryan Resella, MPA Ryan Resella, MPA Valencia, California Details
Ryan Resella, MPA's Upworthy Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Senior Engineer at Upworthy
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Upworthy   January 2013 - Present
Resella, Inc   November 2009 - Present
Obama for America  May 2012 - November 2012
Code for America  November 2011 - May 2012
Code for America  January 2011 - November 2011
City of Santa Clarita  September 2005 - December 2010
Companies Incorporated   June 2004 - September 2005

Skills
Ruby on Rails, Ruby, HTML, Git, .NET, Open Source Software, IIS, C#, GIS, Windows Server, ArcGIS, Scalability, ESRI, ArcGIS Server, VB.NET, Twilio, Heroku, Amazon Web Services..., RSpec, Agile Application..., SQL Server, Application Development, API, Tropo, TDD, Pivotal Tracker, Optimizely, Software Development, CSS, SQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Ninja Skills, APIs, Databases, Eggs, Agile Methodologies, MySQL, Web Development, Test Driven Development, Open Source, Programming, XHTML, Web Applications, HTML 5, ASP.NET, JavaScript, ASP

Education
California State University-Northridge   2008 — 2010
Masters, Public Administration

California State University-Northridge   1999 — 2006
BS, Computer Science

Sara Critchfield Sara Critchfield Greater Los Angeles Area Details
Sara Critchfield's Upworthy Experience January 2012 - August 2014
Job Growth Hacker & Media Consultant | Create Content Strategies to Engage Audiences & Position Startups As Industry Players
Industry Online Media
Experience
Self Employed  August 2014 - Present
The Lavin Agency  September 2013 - Present
Upworthy   January 2012 - August 2014
MoveOn.org  August 2011 - January 2012
Noro Intellectual Property   September 2008 - August 2011
Asociacion de Mujeres del Altiplano & Nuevos Horizontes   July 2008 - July 2009
UCC Washington DC Office   August 2005 - March 2008
SDesign   2002 - 2006

Skills
Social Media, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Marketing, Management, SEO, Grassroots Organizing, Communication, Advocacy, Strategic Leadership, Content Strategy, Nonprofits, Politics, Public Speaking, Website Development, Journalism, Editorial, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Measurement, Volunteer Management, Facebook, Video Production, Fundraising, Editing

Education
University of Pennsylvania   2009 — 2010
Master of Science (M.S.), Nonprofit Administration II Concentration in Social Entrepreneurship

Drexel University   2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Visual Communication II Minor in Photography

Carly Gillis Carly Gillis Brooklyn, New York Details
Carly Gillis's Upworthy Experience September 2013 - Present
Job Deputy Editor at Upworthy
Industry Internet
Experience
Upworthy   September 2013 - Present
KUSC  September 2011 - September 2013
Counterspill.org   February 2011 - June 2013
The Huffington Post  December 2010 - July 2011
CAUSECAST  December 2010 - July 2011
Bestcovery.com, LLC   May 2010 - January 2011
Santa Monica College Corsair   February 2010 - June 2010
Santa Monica College Corsair   August 2009 - December 2009
Infinity Ward  November 2006 - June 2009

Skills
Copy Editing, Journalism, Editing, Proofreading, Storytelling, Blogging, Wordpress, Social Media, SEO, HTML, Photoshop, Photoshop Elements, Indesign, CMS, Infographics, WordPress, InDesign, Editorial, Creative Writing

Education
California State University-Northridge   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism

Santa Monica College   2005 — 2010
Associate In Arts, Journalism

Tiffany Fisher-Love Tiffany Fisher-Love Greater New York City Area Details
Tiffany Fisher-Love's Upworthy Experience April 2014 - Present
Job Executive Assistant, Upworthy
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Upworthy   April 2014 - Present
PromGirl, LLC  February 2012 - October 2013
Leapforce  December 2011 - April 2012
Woof Adventure.   July 2011 - December 2011
Trader Joe's  August 2010 - August 2011

Skills
CPR/First Aid Certified., Proficient in MS Suite,..., Comprehensive..., Social networking:..., Carpentry, Electrician..., Everyday Spoken Spanish, Management, Customer Service, Telephone Skills, Filing, Event Planning

Education
Emerson College   2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Theater Studies (Focus: Stage Management)

Alvin Melathe Alvin Melathe Brooklyn, New York Details
Alvin Melathe's Upworthy Experience September 2014 - Present
Job Video Producer
Industry Media Production
Experience
Upworthy   September 2014 - Present
Progressive States Network  January 2012 - June 2013
Leadership Center for the Common Good   November 2010 - January 2012
New Partners Consulting  August 2010 - November 2010
Institute for Policy Studies  June 2010 - August 2010
HISTORIC CHESTER!   June 2009 - August 2009
PEMÓN HEALTH   September 2007 - August 2008

Education
Swarthmore College   2006 — 2010
BA, Political Science, Psychology

Catalina Sofia Dansberger Duque Catalina Sofia Dansberger Duque Essex, Maryland Details
Catalina Sofia Dansberger Duque's Upworthy Experience September 2015 - Present
Job Freelance Writer & Social Media Consultant
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Upworthy   September 2015 - Present
The Huffington Post  May 2015 - Present
Gay Family Trips   April 2014 - Present
Cool Progeny   May 2014 - Present
Writeidea8   January 2012 - Present
VORT Corp.   November 2013 - Present
Ana Duque Realty   November 2013 - Present
Educational Testing Service (ETS)   January 2010 - Present
The New Century School  June 2014 - June 2015
TALMAR (Therapeutic Alternatives of Maryland)   December 2014 - May 2015

Skills
Blogging, Literature, Curriculum Design, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Interviews, Creative Writing, Editing, Freelance Writing, Creative Non-fiction, Social Media, Non-fiction, Short Stories, Fiction, Journalism, Grant Writing, Newsletters, Research, Web Content, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Writing

Education
University of Baltimore   2007 — 2009
Master of Arts (MA), Publications Design

Johns Hopkins Computer Career Institute   2008 — 2009
Adobe Creative Suite Technical Classes, Graphic Design

University of Central Florida   2000 — 2003
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Exceptional Student Education

University of Vermont   1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Anthropology & Latin American Studies

J.D. Reeves J.D. Reeves Peggs, Oklahoma Details
J.D. Reeves's Upworthy Experience June 2012 - August 2012
Job Freelance Graphic Designer
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Reeves Design   June 2013 - Present
This Land Press  October 2012 - November 2012
Monscierge  November 2011 - October 2012
Upworthy   June 2012 - August 2012
Juvo Web Solutions, LLC.   March 2011 - September 2011

Skills
Graphic Design, Logo Design, Branding & Identity, Visual Identity Design, Illustrator, Photoshop, Digital Photography, Video Editing, After Effects, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Style Guides, Motion Graphics, Stationary Packages, Business Cards, Postcards, Posters

Education
University of Oklahoma
Master's Degree, Visual Communications

Oklahoma Baptist University   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Graphic Design

Locust Grove High School   2002 — 2006

Andy Rohr Andy Rohr Greater Chicago Area Details
Andy Rohr's Upworthy Experience July 2015 - Present
Job Video Partnership Fellow
Industry Entertainment
Experience
Upworthy   July 2015 - Present
Upworthy   July 2015 - Present
Feld Motorsports   September 2010 - July 2015
The Courier News  August 2007 - September 2010
Runners Ultimate Network   September 2007 - May 2008
Illinois Center for Broadcasting  June 2007 - December 2007
WGN Sports Television   January 2007 - May 2007
After School Matters  October 2006 - December 2006

Skills
Entertainment, Film, Comedy, Television, Film Production, Music, Commercials, Voice Over, Screenwriting, Copywriting, Videographer, Video Editing, Editing, Creative Writing, Editorial, Advertising, Radio, Video, Videography

Education
Illinois Center for Broadcasting   2007 — 2007
Certification, Broadcasting

University of Illinois at Chicago   2001 — 2005
Bachelor's degree, Photo/Film/Electronic Media (Film Concentration), 3.46 out of 4.0

Jennifer 8. Lee Jennifer 8. Lee San Francisco, California Details
Jennifer 8. Lee's Upworthy Experience 2012 - Present
Job CEO at Plympton
Industry Publishing
Experience
Plympton   April 2012 - Present
The Search for General Tso   December 2010 - Present
Digital Public Library of America  April 2015 - Present
Columbia University, Brown Institute for Media Innovation   September 2014 - Present
Upworthy   2012 - Present
The Fortune Cookie Chronicles   December 2006 - Present
Spark Camp   2011 - Present
The Splendid Table   December 2013 - Present
NewsDiffs   June 2012 - Present
Center for Public Integrity  March 2011 - Present

Skills
Journalism, Blogging, Non-profits, Stories, Social Media, Literary Production, Event Planning, Connecting, Food, Herding Cats, Recruiting, Virality, Awesome parties, Writing, Growing volunteer..., Knowing people, Investigative Reporting, Magazines, Fundraising, Facebook, Connectors, Nonprofits, Storytelling, Networking, Books, Editing, Copy Editing, Copywriting, New Business Development, Editorial, Politics, Viral Marketing, Start-ups, Entrepreneurship, Strategy, International Relations, AP Style, Publishing, Breaking News, Content Strategy, News Writing, New Media

Education
Harvard University   1994 — 1999
B.A.

Beijing University   1999 — 2000
Harvard Yenching Fellowship

Alana Karsch, M.A., LMHC Alana Karsch, M.A., LMHC San Francisco Bay Area Details
Alana Karsch, M.A., LMHC's Upworthy Experience 2013 - Present
Job Office and Culture Manager at Agari, Contributing Curator at Upworthy
Industry Photography
Experience
Agari  July 2013 - Present
Upworthy   2013 - Present
Lodestar Photography   November 2011 - Present
WorldWithWings   August 2010 - Present
Kitsap Mental Health Services  August 2011 - November 2011
Theory Research   August 2008 - July 2010
Heritage Oaks Hospital  September 2008 - July 2009
Victor Community Support Services  September 2004 - September 2008
Olson Zaltman Associates  August 2000 - June 2003
VOCAL Program   December 2002 - May 2003

Skills
creative, nurturing, astute, Art Therapy, Mental Health, Family Therapy, Groups, Mental Health Counseling, Adolescents, Play Therapy, Group Therapy, Psychotherapy, Counseling, Mindfulness, Life Transitions, Counselling, Stress Management, Self-esteem, Anger Management, Working With Children, Psychology, Clinical, CBT, Crisis Intervention, Loss, Creative Arts, Photography, Arts, Dance, Art, Fine Art, Painting, Writing, Drama Therapy, Psychodrama, Theater, Counseling Psychology, Interventions, Stress, Google Groups, Grief Counseling, Therapists

Education
Lesley University   2001 — 2003
M.A., Intermodal Expressive Arts Therapy and Mental Health Counseling

Hampshire College   1996 — 2000
B.A., Sociology, Psychology and Dance

Adam Mordecai Adam Mordecai Greater Denver Area Details
Adam Mordecai's Upworthy Experience February 2012 - Present
Job Writer & Editor
Industry Internet
Experience
Upworthy   February 2012 - Present
Open Media Foundation  November 2011 - February 2012
The Idea Plant   March 2011 - October 2011
Advomatic, LLC   December 2004 - March 2011
Dean For America  October 2003 - January 2004
Dean for America  March 2003 - October 2003
Actor  1998 - 2003
New Harmony Project   1996 - 1998

Skills
CSS, HTML, Online Marketing, Web Strategy, Comedy, Improv Comedy, Creative Writing, Writing, Online Advertising, Blogging, Web Development, Drupal, Improvisation, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, WordPress, Graphic Design, Usability, Information Architecture, SEO, User Interface Design, Content Strategy, User Experience, Web Design, Brand Development, Content Management, New Media, Digital Media, Web Content Management, Strategy, Digital Strategy, Facebook, Content Development, Web Content, Social Networking, Web 2.0, Copywriting, Google Analytics, Email Marketing, Editorial, Storytelling, Multimedia, Press Releases

Education
University of Evansville   1994 — 1998
BFA, Theatre

Thomas Jefferson High School   1990 — 1994

Alan Si Alan Si San Francisco, California Details
Alan Si's Upworthy Experience December 2013 - September 2014
Job Graduate Student at UC Berkeley
Industry Internet
Experience
Castlight Health  April 2015 - Present
Upworthy   December 2013 - September 2014
Grip Limited  May 2013 - April 2014
Western University  May 2013 - September 2013
Lawrence National Center for Policy & Management   October 2012 - April 2013
Surface Science Western - Nanotechnology Lab   May 2011 - August 2011
Honeywell Aerospace  May 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Research, Data Analysis, Matlab, Financial Modeling, Statistics, R, Python, Machine Learning, MySQL, Finite Element Analysis, Digital Strategy, Solidworks, Amazon Web Services..., Apache Spark, Backbone.js, C, C++, CAD/CAM, CSS, d3.js, Digital Advertising, Django, Google Analytics, Hadoop, Hive, HTML 5, JavaScript, Linux, Mechatronics, MongoDB, PhoneGap, Pig, PostgreSQL, Predictive Analytics, SEO, SEM, Tableau, Web Analytics

Education
University of California, Berkeley   2014 — 2015
Master's Degree

University of Toronto   2013 — 2015
Graduate School

Ivey Business School at Western University   2008 — 2013
Bachelor's Degree

Western University   2008 — 2013
Bachelor's Degree

Ashbury College   2002 — 2008
High School

Jessica Jaffe Jessica Jaffe New York, New York Details
Jessica Jaffe's Upworthy Experience December 2014 - Present
Job Creative Services Manager at Upworthy
Industry Online Media
Experience
Upworthy   December 2014 - Present
Tremor Video  March 2012 - December 2014
Tremor Video  June 2010 - March 2012
Skram Media   May 2009 - August 2009
Feinstein Kean Healthcare  October 2006 - August 2008

Skills
Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Digital Marketing, Creative Direction, Information Architecture, Typography, Flash, ActionScript, InDesign, Digital Media, Graphics, Marketing Communications, Layout, Mac, Art Direction, Final Cut Pro

Education
Pratt Institute   2008 — 2010
AOS, Digital Design & Interactive Media

New York University   2002 — 2006
BS, Communications

Deborah (Abelon) Levine Deborah (Abelon) Levine Greater Boston Area Details
Deborah (Abelon) Levine's Upworthy Experience January 2014 - April 2014
Job Enterprise Mobility Specialist at Microsoft
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Microsoft  June 2015 - Present
Microsoft  June 2014 - Present
Upworthy   January 2014 - April 2014
Adobe  June 2013 - August 2013
The Association for Energy Affordability, Inc.   July 2008 - April 2012
Deloitte  July 2007 - July 2008

Skills
Azure, Sustainability, Program Management, Project Management, Change Management, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Strategy, Account Management, Program Implementation, Policy Analysis, Business Analysis, Economics, Data Analysis, Analysis, Entrepreneurship

Education
Yale University - Yale School of Management   2012 — 2014
MBA

Muhlenberg College   2003 — 2007
BA, Economics/Environmental Studies

James Marcus James Marcus Greater New York City Area Details
James Marcus's Upworthy Experience October 2013 - April 2015
Job Entrepreneur/Investor
Industry Online Media
Experience
Collegium Holdings   January 2014 - Present
Honor Capital   May 2012 - Present
Graham-Pelton Consulting, Inc.   December 2009 - Present
Fenton  March 2002 - Present
Upworthy   October 2013 - April 2015
Upworthy   December 2011 - April 2015
Yankee Capital Partners   January 2009 - January 2014
3BL Media  February 2008 - May 2009
Aberdeen Holdings   2006 - 2008
Watershed Company   2003 - 2006

Skills
Start-ups, Private Equity, Mergers & Acquisitions, Investments, Investment Banking, Finance, IPO, Investment Management, Angel Investing, Financial Advisory, Nonprofits, Venture Capital, Entrepreneurship, Corporate Development, Due Diligence, Social Media, Strategy, Digital Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Corporate Finance, Fundraising, Business Planning, Valuation, Financial Services, Negotiation, Restructuring, Capital Markets, Equities, Leadership, Joint Ventures, Strategic Partnerships, Strategic Financial..., Portfolio Management, Integrated Marketing, Online Advertising, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Management, Business Strategy, Business Development, Social Networking, Public Relations, Advertising, New Media

Education
Harvard Business School   1992 — 1994
Masters of Business Administration

University of Connecticut   1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting / Entrepreneurship

Michael Wertheim Michael Wertheim New York, New York Details
Michael Wertheim's Upworthy Experience April 2012 - April 2013
Job Digital Media Executive, Consultant, and Adviser
Industry Internet
Experience
MDW Digital Ventures   2009 - Present
Atlas Obscura  October 2013 - Present
Alley Interactive  January 2010 - Present
Upworthy   April 2012 - April 2013
VoxPop (IAC)   2006 - 2010
Entertainment Weekly  January 2007 - November 2008
Entertainment Weekly (Time Inc.)   January 2006 - December 2006
Time Inc.  April 2004 - January 2006
American Express  June 2002 - August 2002
Smarter Travel Media LLC  1999 - 2001

Skills
General Management, New Business Development, Digital Marketing, Team Leadership, Start-ups, Media & Entertainment, Sales Management, Marketing Management, Email Marketing, Content Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Social Media Marketing, Online Marketing, Digital Strategy, Digital Media, Social Media, Management, Online Advertising, Executive Management, Strategy, Business Strategy, Business Development, Analytics, Advertising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Product Development, Entrepreneurship, E-commerce, Marketing, Market Research, SEM, SEO, Lead Generation, Mobile Devices, Leadership, Facebook, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Planning, Business Planning, Creative Direction, Management Consulting

Education
Stanford University Graduate School of Business   2001 — 2003
MBA, Business

Harvard University   1991 — 1995
AB, Social Studies, Concentration in Media Studies

Hunter College High School   1985 — 1991

Erica Buddington Erica Buddington Brooklyn, New York Details
Erica Buddington's Upworthy Experience March 2013 - September 2013
Job Arts Education Consultant
Industry Education Management
Experience
Self Employed  August 2015 - Present
Harlem Children's Zone  June 2011 - Present
Freelance Writer  June 2010 - Present
Harlem Children's Zone  September 2014 - August 2015
Madame Noire  May 2012 - May 2015
Harlem Children's Zone  July 2014 - August 2014
Harlem Children's Zone  July 2013 - July 2014
Upworthy   March 2013 - September 2013
Edge Magazine LLC   June 2011 - March 2013

Skills
Creative Writing, Editing, Teaching, Poetry, Blogging, Copy Editing, Public Speaking, Newsletters, Research, Journalism, Event Planning, Social Networking, Theatre, Staff Development, Curriculum Design, Magazines, Acting, Entertainment, Community Outreach

Education
New York University   2012 — 2013
Creative Writing---Fiction

Hampton University   2005 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English/Language Arts Teacher Education

Ariel Azoff Ariel Azoff Greater New York City Area Details
Ariel Azoff's Upworthy Experience May 2015 - Present
Job Nonprofit Partnerships Lead at Upworthy
Industry Online Media
Experience
Upworthy   May 2015 - Present
HeartSleeves   November 2011 - Present
Upworthy   August 2014 - April 2015
Upworthy   September 2013 - July 2014
Startup Institute  June 2013 - August 2013
Modavanti   September 2011 - September 2012
Midthoughtblog.com   October 2010 - October 2011
The Mossawa Center   August 2010 - August 2011
U.S. Department of Justice   July 2009 - July 2010
Students of Georgetown, Inc.   February 2006 - February 2009

Skills
Public Policy, Community Outreach, Politics, Fundraising, Policy Analysis, Research, International Relations, Public Speaking, Social Media, Political Campaigns, Editing, Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Management, Arabic, Nonprofits, Blogging, Writing, Team Leadership, Messaging, Content Writing, Government, Political Science, Advocacy, Marketing Communications, Leadership, Product Innovation, Social Innovation, Middle East, Foreign Languages, Community Organizing, Blogger, News Writing, Event Planning, International..., Interviews, Content Marketing, Non-profits, Project Management, Media Relations, Human Rights, Speech Writing, Advertising, Proposal Writing, SEO, Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Political Communication, Press Releases, Copywriting

Education
Georgetown University   2005 — 2009
BA, Arabic, Government

The American University in Cairo   2008 — 2008
Arabic, Government

Kingston High School   2001 — 2005

Alex Haney Alex Haney Brooklyn, New York Details
Alex Haney's Upworthy Experience March 2015 - Present
Job Freelance Producer at Upworthy
Industry Media Production
Experience
Upworthy   March 2015 - Present
Featherweight Pictures LLC   February 2014 - Present
Arm and a Leg Productions   2005 - Present
Freelance  1996 - Present
Colonial Production Services LLC   October 2012 - February 2015
Empire Creative Group   2009 - 2011
AH Creative Video Projects   2009 - 2011
Bad Boy Films   2004 - 2005
Admiral's Cove   2003 - 2004
All-Sun Media   1996 - 2000

Skills
Editing, Production, Writing, Final Cut Pro, Video Production, Short Films, Film Production, Media Production, Theatre, Camera, Film, Entertainment, Commercials, Music Videos, New Media, Television, Video

Education
Full Sail University   2001 — 2003
Bachelor of Science, Film Production, Entertainment Business, 4.0

Ari Isaacman Astles Ari Isaacman Astles Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Ari Isaacman Astles's Upworthy Experience September 2013 - September 2014
Job Growth Strategy Editor at the New York Times
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
The New York Times  November 2014 - Present
Upworthy   September 2013 - September 2014
The White House  November 2010 - September 2013
District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS)   January 2012 - November 2012
KIPP DC  October 2009 - January 2010
New Leaders for New Schools  June 2009 - August 2009
Public Schools  2006 - 2009
University of Pittsburgh  August 2005 - December 2005
The School for International Training   July 2005 - August 2005
University of Pittsburgh  March 2005 - August 2005

Skills
Social Media, Project Management, Audience Development, Public Relations, Public Policy, Strategic Planning, Editing, Strategic Partnerships, Web Analytics, Content Distribution..., Data Analysis, Writing, Optimization, Media Relations, Social Media..., Twitter Marketing, Facebook Marketing, Blogging, Press Releases, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Digital Strategy, Social Media Marketing

Education
The George Washington University   2008 — 2010
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Strategic Management and Public Policy, 3.57

University of Pittsburgh   2003 — 2006
Bachelor's Degree, Economics, 3.97

Rebecca Eisenberg Rebecca Eisenberg Baltimore, Maryland Details
Rebecca Eisenberg's Upworthy Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Trends Editor at Upworthy
Industry Entertainment
Experience
Upworthy   January 2015 - Present
I Spy A Famous Face   February 2011 - Present
Upworthy   February 2013 - December 2014
Upworthy   August 2012 - January 2013
Upworthy   2012 - August 2012
Driver Digital  November 2010 - March 2012
BuzzFeed  June 2010 - October 2010
Scrabbling for Calves   September 2009 - June 2010
CollegeHumor.com  August 2009 - May 2010
Phroth   May 2009 - May 2010

Skills
Photoshop, Social Media Marketing, Screenwriting, Comedy, Magazine Design, Editorial, Copy Editing, InDesign, New Media, Digital Media, SEO, Google Analytics, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Blogging, Web Video, Final Cut Pro, Video Production, Social Media, Video, Film Production, Film, Advertising

Education
Penn State University   2006 — 2010
B.A., Film/Video

Pennsylvania State University: College of Communications   2006 — 2010
B.A, Film/Video, 3.54

Taylor Allderdice High School   2002 — 2006

Jenni Whalen Jenni Whalen Greater Boston Area Details
Jenni Whalen's Upworthy Experience May 2015 - Present
Job Executive Assistant, Editorial at Upworthy
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Upworthy   May 2015 - Present
Self-Employed  January 2013 - Present
MedTech Boston   July 2014 - May 2015
Evidence Based Psychology   May 2014 - December 2014
Boston University  September 2013 - May 2014
Boston University  August 2012 - December 2013
Boston Magazine  May 2013 - September 2013
Boston University  May 2013 - August 2013
Her Campus  May 2011 - July 2012
Bucknell University  August 2010 - May 2012

Skills
Blogging, Copy Editing, Social Media, Journalism, Research, Event Planning, Writing Instruction, Project Management, Startup Development, Web Analytics, Content Strategy, Microsoft Excel, Newsletters, Microsoft Word

Education
Boston University   2012 — 2013
Master of Science (M.S.), Journalism

Bucknell University   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts & Sciences, Psychology, Creative Writing, Italian

New York University   2011 — 2011
Bachelor's degree, Study Abroad

King's High School   2004 — 2008
High School Diploma

John Mortara John Mortara Portland, Oregon Details
John Mortara's Upworthy Experience April 2014 - Present
Job Editorial Assistant at Upworthy
Industry Online Media
Experience
Upworthy   April 2014 - Present
YesYes Books  July 2013 - Present
The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts  August 2013 - April 2014
WHQR Public Radio  July 2011 - June 2013
Lookout Books   August 2011 - December 2012

Skills
Web Content Management, Digital Media, Social Media Marketing, Community Engagement, Graphic Design, Web Design, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Email Marketing, Online Advertising, Adobe Design Programs, Publications, Broadcast, Desktop Publishing, Online Publishing, Publishing, Web Content

Education
University of North Carolina at Wilmington   2010 — 2013
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Creative Writing

Penn State University   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English & Creative Writing

Pavel Repin Pavel Repin Greater Seattle Area Details
Pavel Repin's Upworthy Experience July 2013 - Present
Job I Can Haz Meaning
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Upworthy   July 2013 - Present
A6 Corporation (née SocialForce)   January 2012 - June 2013
Amazon.com  March 2011 - December 2011
Cozi Group Inc.  January 2008 - February 2011
Microsoft  August 2007 - January 2008
aQuantive  January 2005 - January 2008
Zetron  January 2000 - January 2005
Condor Communications, Inc.   October 1996 - October 1999
Teleform JSC   January 1995 - April 1996

Skills
Go, Clojure, Python, Java, Ruby, Heroku, Amazon EC2, Amazon S3, Amazon DynamoDB, Hadoop, C#, C++, Git, NUnit, Werkzeug, STL, Cascalog, Amazon EMR, Flask, SQLAlchemy, Twitter Streaming API, SQS, SNS, WSGI, Bundler, Opscode Chef, WebOb

Education
National Research Nuclear University MEPhI (Moscow Engineering Physics Institute)   1990 — 1996
Engineering Diploma

Heather Fails Heather Fails Denver, Colorado Details
Heather Fails's Upworthy Experience September 2015 - Present
Job Owner/Designer at Uncommonview Designs
Industry Internet
Experience
Upworthy   September 2015 - Present
Uncommonview Designs   March 2008 - Present
PR Newswire  2013 - September 2015
Knowledge Universe  January 2008 - November 2010
Design Studios West  April 2007 - January 2008
Gambro  2005 - 2007
4U2C Printing   September 2004 - April 2005

Skills
Web Design, Art Direction, Graphic Design, Branding & Identity, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Creative Direction, Logo Design, User Interface Design, Flash, Dreamweaver, InDesign, Photoshop, Advertising, Digital Media, Motion Graphics, Social Media Marketing, Graphics, Photography, Brand Development, CSS

Education
Truman State University   2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Graphic Design

M. Phoebe Gavin M. Phoebe Gavin Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
M. Phoebe Gavin's Upworthy Experience April 2014 - May 2015
Job Social Media Editor at ThinkProgress
Industry Publishing
Experience
Center for American Progress  August 2015 - Present
Upworthy   April 2014 - May 2015
Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America  July 2013 - April 2014
Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America  November 2010 - July 2013
Lacoste  June 2012 - August 2012
Diesel  May 2011 - January 2012
Diesel  September 2010 - May 2011
US Army  July 2004 - September 2008

Skills
PeopleSoft, Salesforce.com, RetailPro, Lotus Notes, Dictation, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Scheduling, HRIS, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Administrative Support, Time Management, Teamwork, Retail, Onboarding, Public Speaking, HR Policies, Social Media, Database Administration, Internships, University Relations, University Recruitment, Higher Education..., Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, iCIMS, ADP HRB, Event Planning

Education
The Fullbridge Program   2013 — 2013
Business Administration and Management, General

LIM College   2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Administration, Management

Joe Keller Joe Keller Cincinnati Area Details
Joe Keller's Upworthy Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Associate Director Data Science at 84.51˚
Industry Market Research
Experience
84.51˚   May 2015 - Present
Upworthy   January 2015 - Present
84.51˚   March 2014 - May 2015
dunnhumbyUSA  November 2010 - February 2014
Miami University  August 2009 - August 2010
Miami University  August 2008 - January 2009

Skills
SAS, Data Analysis, Economics, Analysis, Data Mining, Market Analysis, Logistic Regression, Business Analytics, Analytics, Market Research, SPSS, Customer Insight, Statistics, Marketing Research, Statistical Modeling, Econometrics, Segmentation, Pricing, SAS programming, R, Predictive Modeling

Education
Miami University   2009 — 2010
Master's Degree, Economics

Miami University   2005 — 2009
B.S., Business Economics, Statistics

The Lawrenceville School   2004 — 2005

University School   1999 — 2004

Robin Wilson Robin Wilson Greater New York City Area Details
Robin Wilson's Upworthy Experience August 2015 - Present
Job COO
Industry Internet
Experience
Upworthy   August 2015 - Present
Upworthy   April 2014 - July 2015
Vimeo  May 2013 - March 2014
Blip Networks  August 2012 - May 2013
blip.tv  May 2011 - August 2012
appssavvy  June 2010 - May 2011
Associated Content  February 2008 - June 2010
Lulu.com  December 2006 - February 2008
Kaye Products, Inc.   2005 - 2006

Skills
Digital Media, Product Management, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Content Strategy, Strategy, Direct Marketing, Advertising, Business Development, Digital Strategy, Analytics, Management, Ad Networks, Online Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing, Publishing, Social Media

Education
North Carolina State University
Bachelor of Industrial Design, Industrial Design, English

Cassandra Corrado Cassandra Corrado Providence, Rhode Island Details
Cassandra Corrado's Upworthy Experience August 2015 - Present
Job Programs Manager & Educator at The Center for Sexual Pleasure and Health
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Upworthy   August 2015 - Present
The Center for Sexual Pleasure and Health  May 2012 - Present
Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center (SPARCC)   February 2014 - January 2015
New College of Florida  January 2014 - January 2015
New College of Florida  January 2013 - January 2014
The Center for Sexual Pleasure and Health  September 2013 - December 2013
DSW  March 2010 - May 2013
New College of Florida  September 2012 - January 2013
New College of Florida  January 2012 - January 2013
The Center for Sexual Pleasure and Health  May 2012 - December 2012

Skills
Research, Social Media, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Editing, Fundraising, PowerPoint, Facebook, Program Development, Nonprofits, Higher Education, Grant Writing

Education
New College of Florida   2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Literature & Gender Studies

Chris Timmins Chris Timmins Greater New York City Area Details
Chris Timmins's Upworthy Experience July 2015 - Present
Job Partnerships at Upworthy
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Upworthy   July 2015 - Present

Skills
Creative Writing, Fiction Writing, Digital Media, Advertising, Social Media, Account Management, Marketing, Sales, Editing, Publishing, Strategic Consulting, Event Management, Contract Negotiation, Contract Negotiations, Prezi, Keynote, Microsoft Office, Digital Marketing, Magazines, Editorial, Digital Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations

Education
Fairleigh Dickinson University   2011 — 2014
MFA, Fiction Writing

West Chester University of Pennsylvania   2002 — 2005
BA, English Literature

Victoria University of Wellington   2005 — 2005
English

Mischa Nachtigal Mischa Nachtigal San Francisco, California Details
Mischa Nachtigal's Upworthy Experience September 2012 - July 2014
Job (╯°□°)╯︵ ┻━┻
Industry Internet
Experience
Myself  July 2014 - Present
Upworthy   September 2012 - July 2014
Myself  June 2012 - October 2012
Twitter, Inc  October 2009 - April 2012
TED Conferences  March 2009 - September 2009

Skills
User Experience, Social Media, Editorial, Creative Writing, Content Strategy, Digital Media, Editing, Storytelling, Start-ups, Project Management, Strategy, Digital Curation, Translation, Data Analysis, Product Management, Product Marketing, Film Festivals

Education
Bard College   2005 — 2008
B. A, Literature, Creative Writing

Rachel Fenn Rachel Fenn San Francisco, California Details
Rachel Fenn's Upworthy Experience April 2015 - Present
Job VP Engineering at Upworthy
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Upworthy   April 2015 - Present
Gingerbred Inc   August 2013 - Present
Zynga  November 2014 - April 2015
Undertone  January 2014 - April 2014
SideReel  May 2013 - August 2013
Rovi  June 2012 - May 2013
Rovi  April 2011 - June 2012
Rovi  May 2010 - April 2011
Macrovision Corp.  November 2008 - May 2010
Mediabolic Inc.   April 2004 - November 2008

Skills
Process Improvement, Release Management, Technical Project..., Technical Writing, MS Project, Project Portfolio..., Scalability, Cross-functional Team..., Scrum, Agile Project Management, Consumer Electronics, Agile Methodologies, Set Top Box, Software Project..., Integration, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Software Development, Architecture, JIRA, Team Management, Team Building, Program Management, Quality Assurance, Debugging, Software Documentation, Software Engineering, Certified Scrum Master..., Software Design, Product Management, Architectures

Education
University of California, Santa Cruz   1998 — 2001
BS, Computer Engineering

Joseph Lamour Joseph Lamour New York, New York Details
Joseph Lamour's Upworthy Experience May 2013 - June 2015
Job Editor at MTV Networks / Logo
Industry Design
Experience
Viacom  June 2015 - Present
Racialicious.com   June 2010 - Present
Joseph Lamour Design   January 2009 - Present
Upworthy   May 2013 - June 2015
Joseph Lamour Fine Art   2005 - 2012
EdOptions  January 2009 - December 2011
Liberator Magazine   2008 - June 2010
Paris Design   2008 - January 2010
SurroundArt  March 2006 - December 2008
The Liberator Magazine   2005 - 2008

Skills
Writing, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Drawing, Painting, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, InDesign, Illustration, Graphics, Logo Design, Art Direction, Layout, Photography, HTML, Art, Adobe Creative Suite, Storyboarding, Typography, Microsoft Office, Corporate Identity, Brochures, Posters, QuarkXPress, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Creative Direction, Logos, Editing, Advertising, Mac, Packaging, Adobe Acrobat, Retouching, User Interface Design, PowerPoint, Social Media, Image Manipulation, Video, Magazines, Film, Flash, Branding & Identity, Exhibit Design

Education
Rhode Island School of Design   2001 — 2005
Illustration, Printmaking, Painting, Drawing, Creative Writing

Adam Albright-Hanna Adam Albright-Hanna Greater Los Angeles Area Details
Adam Albright-Hanna's Upworthy Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Audience Development Specialist
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
GOOD Worldwide Inc  2014 - Present
The Onion  November 2004 - Present
Upworthy   January 2015 - Present
Distractify  May 2015 - Present
Wired Magazine  June 2012 - Present
The Onion  2014 - Present
Make It Work  September 2014 - Present
Upworthy   September 2012 - Present
Whalerock Industries  April 2013 - August 2014
Twentieth Television  2014 - 2014

Skills
Editorial, Blogging, Editing, Magazines, Social Media, Copy Editing, Web Content, Comedy, Entertainment, Content Strategy, Final Cut Pro, Storytelling, Advertising, WordPress, SEO, Copywriting, Freelance Writing, Media Relations, Social Networking, News Writing, Video Production, Content Management, Video Editing, Publicity, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, New Media, Publications, Publishing, Web Content Management, Photography, Facebook, Proofreading, Content Development, Books, Digital Media, Writing, Online Journalism, Video, Public Relations, Television, Journalism, Newspapers, Creative Direction, Music, Feature Articles, The Onion, Wired, Upworthy, ClickHole

Education
University of Southern California   1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Music Industry

University of Sussex   1999 — 1999

Ted Hesson Ted Hesson Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Ted Hesson's Upworthy Experience July 2015 - Present
Job Freelance Journalist
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Upworthy   July 2015 - Present
Fusion, the ABC and Univision Joint-Venture   September 2012 - May 2015
Long Island Wins  June 2009 - September 2012
Time Out New York  March 2009 - June 2009
Gannett  October 2007 - December 2008
Philadelphia City Paper  May 2007 - October 2007
St. Agnes Boys High School   August 2003 - August 2006

Skills
Spanish, Blogging, Editing, Journalism, AP Style, Editorial, Copy Editing, Storytelling, News Writing, New Media, Social Media, Newspapers, Feature Articles, Breaking News, Web Content

Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism   2006 — 2007
Master of Science (M.S.), Journalism

Boston College   1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English

Jessica Blank Jessica Blank Greater New York City Area Details
Jessica Blank's Upworthy Experience June 2015 - Present
Job Producer/Editor of Original Video Content at Upworthy
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
Upworthy   June 2015 - Present
Fusion, an ABC - Univision Joint-Venture  October 2013 - May 2015
ABC News  August 2012 - October 2013
NBC News  October 2011 - August 2012
International Radio and Television Society  June 2011 - August 2011
MSNBC PoliticsNation   June 2011 - August 2011
Center for Outreach, Volunteerism, and Education (COVE)   September 2009 - May 2011
Rollinglobe.com   May 2010 - August 2010
CBS News  June 2009 - August 2010

Skills
Avid Newscutter, InDesign, Writing, iNews, Avid, Editing, Storytelling, Publishing, Research, Journalism

Education
Colgate University   2007 — 2011

Ilse Ackerman Ilse Ackerman Harrisonburg, Virginia Details
Ilse Ackerman's Upworthy Experience April 2014 - June 2015
Job Data scientist
Industry E-Learning
Experience
Upworthy   April 2014 - June 2015
Upworthy   December 2013 - April 2014
Rosetta Stone  September 2011 - April 2013
Rosetta Stone  December 2006 - September 2011
Rosetta Stone  November 2005 - December 2006
Rosetta Stone  2004 - 2006
Rosetta Stone  2004 - 2005
BP Conservation Programme   June 2004 - June 2004
Fairfield Language Technologies  2003 - 2004
BP Conservation Programme   June 2003 - June 2003

Skills
Data Analysis, Research, Statistics, Project Management, Management, Analytics, E-Learning, Leadership, Change Management, Data Visualization, Business Intelligence, Educational Technology, Learning Analytics, Content Development, Editing, Translation, Program Management, Proposal Writing, Online learning, French, Language Teaching, Technical Writing, Portuguese, Content Management, Language Technology, Photography, Writing, Biogeochemistry, Tableau, Proofreading, Quality Management, Product Development, Carbon, Capoeira, Environmental Science, R, SQL, Energy Efficiency, Simultaneous..., Consecutive..., Terrestrial Ecology, Agroecology, Scientific Writing, Climate Change Science, Microsoft Excel, CSS, HTML 5, PostgreSQL, Corporate Social..., Agile Methodologies

Education
Cornell University   1999 — 2006
MS, PhD, Soil, crop, and atmospheric sciences; Crop and soil sciences

Antioch College   1992 — 1994
B.S., Environmental Sciences

School for Field Studies   1991 — 1991
Biogeography

Wellesley College   1990 — 1991
Psychobiology

Patty Carnevale Patty Carnevale New York, New York Details
Patty Carnevale's Upworthy Experience June 2015 - Present
Job Director of Account Strategy & Development at Upworthy
Industry Online Media
Experience
Upworthy   June 2015 - Present
Upworthy   February 2014 - May 2015
CollegeHumor.com  February 2013 - February 2014
Connected Ventures / CollegeHumor   October 2011 - February 2013
Draftfcb  July 2010 - October 2011
Draftfcb  June 2009 - August 2009
AMV BBDO  September 2008 - December 2008

Skills
Strategy, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Sales, Digital Media, Management, Account Management, Media Planning, Budgets, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Digital Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Brand Architecture, Online Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Mobile Marketing

Education
University of Notre Dame
Marketing, Art History

Parsons School of Design
Graphic + Digital Design

Andrea Garcia-Vargas Andrea Garcia-Vargas San Francisco Bay Area Details
Andrea Garcia-Vargas's Upworthy Experience April 2014 - May 2015
Job Audience Development Coordinator at Discovery Digital Networks
Industry Online Media
Experience
Discovery Digital Networks  July 2015 - Present
Slant News Inc  June 2015 - August 2015
Upworthy   April 2014 - May 2015
Mic  October 2013 - August 2014
Bustle  November 2013 - April 2014
Chicago Tribune Media Group  July 2013 - October 2013
Columbia Daily Spectator  January 2013 - May 2013
Vice Media, Inc.   January 2013 - April 2013
Columbia Daily Spectator  January 2012 - December 2012
Elegran Real Estate  June 2012 - August 2012

Skills
Editorial, Blogging, Copy Editing, Editing, AP Style, Journalism, Social Media, Online Journalism, Storytelling, Fact-checking, Creative Writing, Publishing, Proofreading, Research, Spanish, French, SEO, News Writing, Breaking News, Politics, Feature Articles, HTML, German, Translation, CSS, Digital Media

Education
Columbia University in the City of New York   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, Creative Writing, Cum laude Latin honors

Evan Porter Evan Porter Atlanta, Georgia Details
Evan Porter's Upworthy Experience June 2015 - Present
Job Writer at Upworthy
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Upworthy   June 2015 - Present
Nebo Agency  February 2015 - June 2015
Nebo Agency  May 2013 - February 2015
NeboWeb  July 2012 - May 2013
Timonium Patch   October 2010 - July 2011
The Onion  April 2010 - May 2010
Baltimore Examiner  March 2009 - June 2009
Metromix  June 2008 - June 2009
The Towerlight  September 2007 - May 2009

Skills
Blogging, Copywriting, SEO, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Marketing, Freelance Writing, Editing, Marketing Copy, New Media, Content Strategy, Multimedia, Creative Writing, Web Content, Creative Strategy, Press Releases, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, Copy Editing, Facebook

Education
Towson University   2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Kimberly Hohman Kimberly Hohman Colorado Springs, Colorado Details
Kimberly Hohman's Upworthy Experience September 2012 - March 2014
Job Director of Digital and Social Media Programming, Nickelodeon
Industry Online Media
Experience
Nickelodeon  March 2014 - Present
Upworthy   September 2012 - March 2014
Nickelodeon  June 2011 - March 2014
Self-Employed  January 1999 - September 2012
Nickelodeon  October 2008 - June 2011
Nickelodeon  March 2006 - October 2008
WebLab.org   September 2002 - May 2006
About.com, Inc.   April 1999 - June 2004
Chicago Review Press  October 2002 - October 2002
The New York Times  May 2000 - May 2001

Skills
SEO, Editing, Web Content, CMS, Editorial, Social Media, Blogging, Content Development, Creative Writing, Leadership, Web Analytics, Headline Writing, Social Media Marketing, Digital Curation, Writing, Copy Editing, Content Strategy, Content Marketing, Viral Video, Viral Marketing, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Management, Digital Marketing, Web Content Management, Instagram, Audience Development

Education
University of Maryland College Park   1993 — 1996
B.S., Chemistry

Kitty Curran Kitty Curran Chicago, Illinois Details
Kitty Curran's Upworthy Experience July 2015 - Present
Job Contract Visual Editor at Upworthy
Industry Media Production
Experience
Upworthy   July 2015 - Present
Rose Design   May 2013 - June 2015
Threadless  January 2013 - April 2013
James Hardie Building Products  April 2012 - September 2012
Endemol UK Limited   2011 - 2011
Reactive Media   February 2009 - June 2010
Mindshare  October 2008 - February 2009
Endemol UK Limited   July 2008 - September 2008
Mint Digital  September 2007 - May 2008

Skills
Newsletters, Proofreading, Television, Digital Strategy, Social Media, Digital Media, Broadcast, Program Management, Content Strategy, Content Management, Social Media Marketing, Photoshop, Photography, Web Testing, Video Production, Video, Web Content Management, HTML, CSS, Writing, Website Testing, Copywriting, Online Marketing, CMS, SEO, Quality Assurance, Illustrator, Illustration, Digital Illustration, Vector Illustration, Comic Book Illustration, Adobe Creative Suite, Dreamweaver

Education
University of Leeds   2001 — 2005
BA, English Major, Sociology Minor

Tala Mansi Tala Mansi Greater New York City Area Details
Tala Mansi's Upworthy Experience September 2015 - Present
Job Social Impact Strategist & Project Manager
Industry Online Media
Experience
Upworthy   September 2015 - Present
AIESEC  July 2014 - July 2015
AIESEC  June 2013 - June 2014
AIESEC  January 2013 - June 2013
Standard Chartered Bank  June 2012 - August 2012
U.S. Department of State, Office of eDiplomacy   May 2011 - August 2011
Time Warner Cable  January 2011 - May 2011

Skills
Leadership Development, Organizational..., Strategy, Project Management, Team Management, Public Speaking, Coaching, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Strategic Partnerships, Business Analysis, Storytelling, Talent Management, Non-profit Leadership, Business Development, International Event..., Change Management, Recruiting, Data Analysis, Training, Operations Management, Social Innovation, Social Impact, Creative Campaign...

Education
City University of New York-Baruch College   2009 — 2013
BA, Political Science, Journalism, Communications

City University of New York   2011 — 2011

Emily Sorokes Emily Sorokes Greater New York City Area Details
Emily Sorokes's Upworthy Experience 2014 - Present
Job Sales Planner at Upworthy
Industry Online Media
Experience
Upworthy   2014 - Present
Total Beauty Media, Inc.   2013 - 2014
Saint Bonaventure University  August 2008 - May 2013
AGENCYSACKS & The Affluence Collaborative  May 2012 - August 2012
Southern Tier Healthcare Systems   September 2010 - April 2012
Study of the U.S. Institute   July 2010 - August 2010

Skills
DFA, Account Servicing, Open Ad Stream, DART for Advertisers, Event Management, Digital Media, Integrated Marketing, Advertising, Social Media, Public Relations, Photography, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Ap Style, Facebook, Editing, Journalism, Copywriting, News Writing

Education
Saint Bonaventure University   2011 — 2013
Master of Arts (M.A.), Integrated Marketing Communications, 3.9/4.0

Saint Bonaventure University   2008 — 2012
Bachelors of Arts, Journalism and Mass Communication; Spanish

Universidad de Sevilla   2010 — 2010
Spanish

Edwardo Jackson Edwardo Jackson Las Vegas, Nevada Details
Edwardo Jackson's Upworthy Experience September 2012 - April 2013
Job Social Media, Gaming, Marketing, Business Development, Entertainment Consultant
Industry Online Media
Experience
JCM Books   March 2006 - Present
JCM Entertainment, LLC   March 2001 - Present
Infiniti Interactive   May 2013 - April 2014
Upworthy   September 2012 - April 2013
Houston M. Drayton & Associates   2009 - 2011

Skills
Social Media, Blogging, Entertainment, Television, Books, Strategic Planning, Short Stories, Business Development, Digital Media, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Online Poker, Poker, Public Speaking, Game Theory, Novels, Screenplays, Television Producing, Digital Curation, Film Criticism, cryptocurrency, Online Gaming, Networking, Writing, Creative Writing, Social Networking, Editing, Storytelling, Advertising, Marketing, Management, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Corporate Events, Public Relations, B2B Marketing

Education
Morehouse College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

University of Phoenix-Southern California Campus
Master of Business Administration (MBA)

DePaul University

Chie Davis Chie Davis Louisville, Kentucky Area Details
Chie Davis's Upworthy Experience April 2014 - May 2015
Job Multimedia Journalist
Industry Media Production
Experience
Ebyline, Inc.   2013 - Present
Upworthy   April 2014 - May 2015
USA TODAY  January 2014 - March 2014
EBONY.com   2012 - January 2014
The Huffington Post  January 2011 - January 2014
KCET  2012 - May 2013
Ocean Style   June 2008 - 2012
Brooklyn Independent Television  2006 - 2008
WZBN -TV   2002 - 2005
Metro Traffic and Weather / Cablevision   2001 - 2002

Skills
Storytelling, Journalism, Video, Television, Broadcast, Video Production, Voice Over, Broadcast Journalism, Editing, Multimedia, Radio, Entertainment, Avid, Final Cut Pro, Writing, Video Editing, Feature Articles, New Media, Producing, Film, Camera Operating, Camera, Social Media, Production Development, Photography, Photoshop, Documentaries, Film Production, Wordpress, Digital Media, Production Planning, Dalet, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Editorial

Education
University of Southern California   2012 — 2013
Master of Arts (M.A.), Specialized Journalism

Sarah Lawrence College   1996 — 2000
BA, Film, Writing

Elisa Kreisinger Elisa Kreisinger Greater New York City Area Details
Elisa Kreisinger's Upworthy Experience December 2014 - Present
Job Executive Producer, Video, Refinery 29
Industry Online Media
Experience
Upworthy   December 2014 - Present
Freelance  2007 - 2015
EILEEN FISHER, INC.   December 2012 - December 2014
Paramount Pictures  April 2008 - July 2008

Skills
Internet Video..., Video Editing, Social Media, Editing, Video, Video Production, Storytelling, Blogging, New Media, Digital Media, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing

Education
Simmons College   2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communications & Women's Studies, Magna Cum Laude

Mrill Ingram Mrill Ingram Madison, Wisconsin Area Details
Mrill Ingram's Upworthy Experience May 2014 - May 2015
Job Web Editor at Progressive Magazine
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Progressive Magazine   August 2015 - Present
University of Wisconsin-Madison  June 2013 - Present
Upworthy   May 2014 - May 2015
Linda and Gene Farley Center for Peace, Justice and Sustainability   January 2013 - April 2014
The University of Arizona  2010 - 2013
Ecological Restoration, University of Wisconsin   January 2007 - October 2010
University of Wisconsin-Madison  July 2001 - July 2007
University of Wisconsin-Madison  July 2005 - January 2007
Tucson Southside Food Production Network   July 1999 - April 2001
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum  March 1994 - June 1998

Skills
Grant Writing, Sustainability, Community Outreach, Ecology, Non-profits, Research, Climate Change, Environmental Awareness, Environmental Education, Science, Environmental Policy, Policy, Editing, Higher Education, Teaching, Proposal Writing, Lecturing, Grants, Public Speaking, Qualitative Research, Environmental Issues, Nonprofits

Education
University of Arizona   1999 — 2004
Ph.D, Geography

University of Wisconsin-Madison   1989 — 1991
M.S, Geography

Oberlin College   1979 — 1984
B.A, English

Matthew Savener Matthew Savener Oakland, California Details
Matthew Savener's Upworthy Experience March 2012 - Present
Job Standards Chief at Upworthy
Industry Online Media
Experience
Upworthy   March 2012 - Present
Esurance  September 2012 - April 2013
Self-Employed  January 2012 - September 2012
Roll Call  April 2010 - May 2011
Roll Call  May 2009 - April 2010
Roll Call  November 2007 - May 2009
Omaha World-Herald  January 2006 - November 2007
Dow Jones News Fund  May 2005 - August 2005
Lincoln Journal Star  May 2002 - May 2005
Lincoln Journal Star  September 2003 - December 2003

Skills
AP Style, Editing, Copy Editing, Writing, Web Editing, Website Management, Social Media, InDesign, Photoshop, Photography, Photo Editing, QuarkXPress, Microsoft Office, Proofreading, Politics, Political Science, Journalism, Online Journalism, Blogging, Breaking News, SEO, Ap Style, Facebook, Fact-checking

Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln   2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Journalism, News-Editorial (Political Science minor)

University of Nebraska-Lincoln   2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Journalism, Journalism

Julia Schroth Julia Schroth Greater Chicago Area Details
Julia Schroth's Upworthy Experience June 2015 - Present
Job Client Research Manager at Upworthy
Industry Information Services
Experience
Upworthy   June 2015 - Present
Upworthy   October 2014 - June 2015
TBTS   January 2014 - June 2015
Assignment Assistant   February 2013 - May 2015
DePaul Pro Bono Law Clinic   May 2013 - August 2013
Starbucks  September 2010 - February 2013
Hampshire College Summer Studies in Math   June 2009 - August 2010
Big Y World Class Market  February 2010 - June 2010
Sodexo  September 2006 - February 2010
Hampshire College  2008 - 2009

Skills
Research, Information Management, Nonprofits, Technical Writing, Metadata, Editing, Corporate Social..., Data Analysis, Tableau, Digimind, Teamwork, Time Management, Python, Microsoft Office, Relational Databases, Data Curation, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Qualitative Research, Legal Research, Training, Administration, Leadership, Staff Development, Proofreading, Teaching, Management, Library of Congress..., RDA, Dewey Decimal System

Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   2014 — 2015
Master's Degree, Library and Information Science

DePaul University College of Law   2012 — 2013
Law

Hampshire College   2005 — 2009
Bachelor's degree, Anthropology of Food: Cuisine and Cookery Manuals of the Italian Renaissance

Rohan Grover Rohan Grover Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Rohan Grover's Upworthy Experience July 2013 - Present
Job Progressive Analyst & Organizer
Industry Internet
Experience
Upworthy   July 2013 - Present
The Brain Trust  August 2012 - Present

Education
University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School   2007 — 2011
B.S.

West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North   2003 — 2007
High School Diploma

Zack Steele Zack Steele Austin, Texas Details
Zack Steele's Upworthy Experience 2014 - Present
Job Deputy Director of Operations at Upworthy
Industry Internet
Experience
Upworthy   2014 - Present

Skills
Project Management, Digital Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Digital Media, Web Project Management, Financial Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Financial Reporting, Project Finance, Website Development, MS Project, Revenue Forecasting, Financial Accounting, Revenue Analysis, Revenue Recognition, SFDC, Project Portfolio..., Financial Modeling, Corporate FP&A, Resource Management, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Business Process Design, Financial Software..., QuickBooks, Salesforce.com..., Business Development, CRM, Management, Start-ups, Leadership, Microsoft Project, Lead Generation, Strategy

Education
St. Edward's University   2006 — 2008
MBA, Digital Media Management

The University of Texas at Austin - The Red McCombs School of Business   1997 — 2001
BBA, Finance

Marisa Parrish Marisa Parrish Greater New York City Area Details
Marisa Parrish's Upworthy Experience August 2015 - Present
Job Supervising Producer at Upworthy
Industry Entertainment
Experience
Upworthy   August 2015 - Present
VICE Media, Inc.   February 2014 - August 2015
Maker Studios Inc  May 2012 - February 2014
FREELANCE PRODUCTION COORDINATOR/MGR  2010 - January 2012
Friedman 360   2010 - 2012

Skills
Film Production, Video Production, Television, Film, Social Media, Entertainment, Commercials, Post Production, Video, Final Cut Pro, Event Planning, Digital Media, Broadcast, Reality, Microsoft Office, Feature Films, Event Management, Advertising, Video Editing, Microsoft Excel, Music Videos

Education
Michigan State University   2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology

Thadchai Sattayatam Thadchai Sattayatam Chicago, Illinois Details
Thadchai Sattayatam's Upworthy Experience May 2015 - Present
Job Video Distribution Manager at Upworthy
Industry Online Media
Experience
Upworthy   May 2015 - Present
dough, Inc.   September 2014 - May 2015
tastytrade, Inc.   April 2012 - September 2014
Ki Editorial+Design  November 2009 - April 2012
Ki Editorial+Design  November 2007 - November 2009
Apple  June 2005 - October 2007
After School Matters  January 2006 - May 2006
Gallery 37 Center for the Arts  July 2005 - August 2005

Skills
Technical Management, Editing, Project Management, Digital Asset Management, Post Production, Strategic Thinking, Technical Leadership, Technology Solutions, Creative Solutions, Solution Implementation, Collaborative Problem..., Technical Consultation, Media Skills Training, Tactical Operations, Content Management, Workflow, Technical Support, Video Production, Digital Media, Collaboration Solutions, Video, Instructions, Final Cut Pro, Technology Integration, Video Editing, Software Training, Talent Development, Technical Documentation, Tapeless Workflow, Technology Research, Media Production, Solution Development, Advisement, Digital Innovation, Customer Service, Quick Study, Troubleshooting, User Experience, After Effects, HD Video, Talent Management, Technology Management, Hands-on Training, Avid

Education
University of Illinois at Chicago   2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Film / Photography / Electronic Media

Brandon Weber Brandon Weber Jackson, Michigan Area Details
Brandon Weber's Upworthy Experience May 2013 - Present
Job Writer/Curator at Upworthy
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Upworthy   May 2013 - Present
Wynwoods Media Group   December 2012 - December 2013
Union Built PC, Inc.   October 2001 - April 2013
MoveOn.org  April 2011 - December 2012

Skills
Social Media, Editing, Writing, Photoshop, Journalism, Copy Editing, Photography, Public Speaking, Customer Relations, Brochures, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Non-profits, Teaching, Problem Solving, Editorial, Copywriting, Advertising, English, Press Releases, Wordpress, Proofreading, New Media, Google Apps, Twitter, Viral Marketing, Customer Service, Nonprofits, WordPress, Marketing, Email Marketing, Blogging, Media Relations, Content Strategy, SEO, Social Media Marketing, Content Development, Creative Writing, Web Content Management, Creative Direction, Strategic Communications, Digital Media, Multimedia, Content Management, Storytelling, Publicity, Publishing

Education
University of Northern Iowa   1981 — 1983

University of Missouri-Kansas City
Labor Law, 4.0

Amy O'Leary Amy O'Leary Greater New York City Area Details
Amy O'Leary's Upworthy Experience February 2015 - Present
Job Editorial Director at Upworthy
Industry Internet
Experience
Upworthy   February 2015 - Present
The New York Times  November 2014 - January 2015
The New York Times  July 2014 - October 2014
The New York Times  January 2012 - September 2013
The New York Times  November 2010 - January 2012
The New York Times  October 2009 - December 2010
The New York Times  June 2009 - October 2009
The New York Times  June 2007 - June 2009
Public Radio  2003 - 2007
This American Life  August 2005 - April 2006

Skills
Public Speaking, Management, Multimedia, Radio Producing, Video Editing, Sound, Breaking News, News Writing, Journalism, Storytelling, Newspaper, Copy Editing, Feature Writing, Corporate Communications, Radio Broadcasting, Consulting, Audio Editing, Editing, Newspapers, Broadcast, Final Cut Pro, New Media, Documentaries, Video Production, Online Journalism, Feature Articles, Video, Web Content, Broadcast Journalism, AP Style, Editorial, Media Production, Digital Journalism, Investigative Reporting, Business Journalism, Radio, Voice Over, Blogging, Content Strategy, Digital Strategy, Digital Media, Organizational..., Project Management, Organizational..., Radio Production

Education
The Salt Institute for Documentary Studies   2003 — 2003
Radio Documentary

Fordham University   1996 — 2000
BA, International & Intercultural Studies, Honors

Seattle University   1994 — 1995
Humanities

Ashley Simon Ashley Simon New York, New York Details
Ashley Simon's Upworthy Experience July 2013 - June 2015
Job Consultant
Industry Internet
Experience
Self  August 2015 - Present
Upworthy   July 2013 - June 2015
Foursquare  September 2012 - July 2013
Foursquare  July 2011 - September 2012
MTV Networks  May 2009 - June 2011
MTV NETWORKS  March 2007 - May 2009
American Jewish World Service  March 2005 - March 2006

Skills
New Media, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Digital Strategy, Digital Media, Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Creative Campaign..., Brand Development, SEO, Digital Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Content Strategy, Online Advertising, Creative Direction

Education
Washington University in St. Louis   2001 — 2005
B.A., Social Thought & Analysis and Gender Studies

University of Cape Town   2003 — 2004
African History & Gender Studies

Daniel Mintz Daniel Mintz Greater New York City Area Details
Daniel Mintz's Upworthy Experience February 2015 - Present
Job Head of Data and Analytics at Upworthy
Industry Political Organization
Experience
Upworthy   February 2015 - Present
Upworthy   March 2013 - February 2015
MoveOn.org  February 2012 - December 2012
MoveOn.org  January 2009 - January 2012
MoveOn.org Political Action   June 2007 - December 2008
MoveOn.org Political Action   June 2006 - June 2007
Center for Information Technology and Society   2006 - 2007

Skills
Politics, Fundraising, Grassroots Organizing, Political Campaigns, Analytics, Web Analytics, Community Outreach, Research, Nonprofits, Non-profits, Community Organizing, Public Speaking, Business Intelligence, Volunteer Management, Blogging, LookML

Education
University of California, Santa Barbara   2005 — 2007
MS, Multimedia Engineering

Rutgers University-New Brunswick   2000 — 2004
BA, Music, Political Science

Jennifer Lindenauer Jennifer Lindenauer New York, New York Details
Jennifer Lindenauer's Upworthy Experience July 2015 - Present
Job SVP, Marketing & Communications
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Upworthy   July 2015 - Present
Guardian US   August 2012 - Present
Fenton Communications  February 2008 - July 2012
MoveOn.org  2005 - 2008
Lindenauer Consulting   2003 - 2005
GMMB  2000 - 2004

Skills
Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Message Development, Crisis Communications, Social Innovation, Public Relations, Marketing, Politics, Social Media, Blogging, Political Campaigns, Integrated Marketing, Communications Planning, Content Development, Content Management, Copywriting, Corporate Communications, Editing, Fundraising, Internal Communications, Newsletters, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Publicity, Speech Writing

Education
University of Michigan   1990 — 1994
B.A., Anthropology

Amy Fain Amy Fain Charlotte, North Carolina Area Details
Amy Fain's Upworthy Experience November 2014 - Present
Job Data Analyst at Upworthy
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Upworthy   November 2014 - Present
Red Ventures  June 2009 - November 2014
Michelin  June 2007 - May 2009
Coty  May 2006 - August 2006
Coty  May 2005 - August 2005

Skills
Process Improvement, Analytics, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, SQL, Financial Modeling, Business Process..., Microsoft Excel, Sales, Social Media Marketing, Management, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Leadership, Microsoft Office

Education
Clemson University   2006 — 2007
MS, industrial engineering

Clemson University   2002 — 2006
BS, industrial engineering

Stacey Jones Stacey Jones Greater Los Angeles Area Details
Stacey Jones's Upworthy Experience July 2015 - Present
Job Director, West Coast at Upworthy
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Upworthy   July 2015 - Present
City of West Hollywood  July 2015 - Present
Mode Media Corporation  November 2013 - July 2015
The Daily Beast  August 2011 - November 2013
Chalamode, LLC   August 2010 - August 2011
Dwell Media  April 2007 - November 2010
Meredith  May 2006 - April 2007
J. Paul Getty Trust  September 2005 - May 2006

Skills
Advertising Sales, Digital Media Sales, Digital Media, Publishing, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Blogging, Digital Strategy, Sales, Mobile Advertising, Media Planning, Integrated Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Media Buying, New Media, Brand Development, Content Strategy, Sponsorship

Education
University of Florida
MA

Arizona State University
BA

April Goldman April Goldman San Francisco Bay Area Details
April Goldman's Upworthy Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Software Engineer at Upworthy
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Upworthy   January 2015 - Present
Bloc, Inc.   July 2014 - Present
GoPro  October 2013 - June 2014
General Things Inc  July 2013 - October 2013
Google  November 2008 - May 2012
Writers in the Schools  August 2006 - June 2008
University of Houston  August 2006 - June 2008

Skills
Creative Writing, Research, Curriculum Design, Copywriting, Publishing, Teaching, Editing, Poetry, Public Speaking, Higher Education, Non-fiction, Editorial, Literature, Web Development, Intellectual Property, Community Outreach, Translation, Tutoring, Spanish, Fiction, Ruby on Rails, JavaScript, CSS3, HTML 5, Backbone.js, ActiveRecord, SQL, SQLite, Ruby, Redis, AJAX, Software Development, CSS, HTML5

Education
University of Houston   2006 — 2011
MFA, Creative Writing - Poetry

Rice University   2002 — 2006
Bachelor's, English Literature

Robby Berman Robby Berman Houghton, Michigan Details
Robby Berman's Upworthy Experience April 2014 - May 2015
Job Writer at RobbyBerman.com
Industry Music
Experience
RobbyBerman.com   September 2013 - Present
RobbyBerman.com   September 2013 - Present
Distractify  May 2015 - July 2015
Upworthy   April 2014 - May 2015
Roland Corporation US  July 1999 - March 2013
ENSONIQ  1991 - 1999

Skills
Technical Writing, Graphic Design, Layout, Audio Engineering, Music Production, Songwriting, Mac OS Consulting, InDesign, Adobe eLearning Suite, Illustrator, Photoshop, Logic Pro, Quattro Pro, Music, Recording

Education
Syracuse University   1970 — 2013
Television-Radio B.S.

Lindsay Holst Lindsay Holst Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Lindsay Holst's Upworthy Experience March 2013 - September 2013
Job Director of Online Content at The White House
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
The White House  September 2013 - Present
Upworthy   March 2013 - September 2013
Obama for America  April 2011 - November 2012
Democratic National Committee  June 2010 - April 2011
OST, Inc.   May 2009 - June 2010
Northern Virginia Magazine  March 2007 - June 2010
MSHC Partners  August 2008 - November 2008
Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries, Inc. (ISRI)   September 2006 - August 2008

Education
Boston University   2002 — 2006
Journalism