Professional Experience
Nationally recognized writer and editor with extensive communications background that includes newspapers, magazines, marketing, web, e-newsletters and social media. Excel at hard news, investigative articles, long form features, profiles, press releases, marketing materials, editorials and blogs. Superior editorial judgment and direction yielded numerous national awards. Practical ability for working with professional freelance writers, students and non-writing experts who need help translating knowledge into a workable article. Shine at using Web 2.0 technology and systems to create low or no-cost digital communications solutions. Thrive on overcoming creative challenges and exceeding expectations.
Expertise
Editor
10 Years
Writer
25 Years
Social Media
5 Years
Specialty
Lifestyle
5 Years
Fitness
10 Years
Health
10 Years
Industries
Magazine - Trade magazines/publications (B2B)
15 Years
Newsletter - Trade
7 Years
Newspaper - Community
6 Years
Total Media Industry Experience
26 Years
Media Client List (# assignments last 2 yrs)
Hanley Wood Business Media (10+)
Corporate Client List (# assignments last 2 yrs)
Oregon United for Marriage (6-10)
Other Work History
Social Media Manager, Hanley Wood Business Media
Interactive Director, Hanley Wood Business Media
Editor in Chief, Hanley Wood Business Media
Managing Editor, Hanley Wood Business Media
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office Suite, PC and Mac, Dreamweaver, HTML, Photoshop, Adobe InDesign and InCopy, Adobe Reader, Web 2.0 apps
Equipment
Laptop, tablet, digital camera
References
Bob Benz, President of Content, Hanley Wood, 202-736-3346
Dick Coleman, Publisher, Hanley Wood, 323-801-4903
Erika Taylor, Editorial Director, Hanley Wood, 323-640-3954
Awards
• 2011 American Business Media Timothy White Award for Editorial Integrity
• 2011 American Business Media Jesse H. Neal award, Best Single Article
• 2009 American Business Media Jesse H. Neal award, Best Single Article
• 2007 American Business Media Jesse H. Neal award, Best Single Article
• 2007 Western Publications Association Maggie award, Best Overall Publication
• 2007 American Society of Business Publication Editors Azbee awards, Best Technical Article; Best How-To; Best Special Section
• 2006 Western Publications Association Maggie award, Best Series of Articles
• 2006 American Society of Business Publication Editors Azbee awards, Best Feature Series, Gold; Best News Analysis, Silver; Stephen Barr Award for Distinguished Feature Writing
• 2005 Western Publications Association Maggie award, Best Regularly Featured Column or Department
• 2005 American Society of Business Publication Editors Azbee awards, Best Original Research, Gold;
