High-energy Writer and Editor with an exceptional grasp of editing for grammar, syntax, punctuation and overall fluency. Approachable and professional demeanor with a commitment to highest quality writing and accuracy. Demonstrated effective management abilities across people, deadlines and projects. Looking to leverage diverse background, deadline-driven attitude and success in streamlining editorial processes to take next career step.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Editor
Augusta Magazine
Augusta, GA
01.1995 - 11.1996
Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content.
Assisted in hiring and training interns on company procedures and style guidelines.
Handled internal staff correspondence through emails and scheduling.
Planned events to generate awareness of monthly publication
Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy and compliance with quality standards.
Conducted editorial meetings with staff members to collaborate and review proposed publication suggestions.
Selected and edited photos for use in diverse projects.
Provided concise and constructive editorial feedback to writers to improve article and story writing.
Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Program Administrator
Equipping Lay Ministry, Wesley Theological
01.2013 - 05.2014
Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
Maintained primary relationship accountability for clients, overall servicing responsibility and client satisfaction to maximize program success.
Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments.
Identified costs involved for teaching and marketing tasks to keep in line with departmental budget.
Interacted with customers and clients to identify business needs and requirements.
Addressed and resolved technical, financial and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
Communications Director
Academy for Health Services Research and Health Policy
Washington, D.C.
01.1997 - 10.2001
Managed publication production for national grant programs supporting health policymakers and researchers, including newsletters, findings briefs, internet updates, and special reports.
Oversaw preparation of marketing copy, images, website, and other collateral materials.
Recruited and hired experienced contractors to complete projects on time and within budget requirements.
Created printed marketing materials designed to drive campaigns.
Built and strengthened relationships with members of media in order to promote positive coverage.
Represented company at multiple public forums and conferences.
Transitioned from periods of inactivity to immediate stress and intensity with exceptional accuracy and alertness.
Acted as point of contact for inbound media related calls.
Assistant Press Secretary
Carole Lee
10.1996 - 12.1996
Managed relationships with Washington-based media; supported Atlanta-based press secretary in maintaining relationships with Georgia media; briefed senator for weekly media conference calls.
Engaged in professional networking to maintain strong relationships with communications and media professionals to drive partnerships and effective dissemination of mass communications.
Drafted press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information
Responded to requests for information from media or designated appropriate spokesperson or information source.
Editor/Associate Publisher
Jacksonville Today Magazine
Jacksonville, FL
10.1985 - 05.1989
Oversaw production of award-winning monthly city magazine
Interacted with free-lance authors and editorial staff to define job requirements and resolve content, production and scheduling issues.
Edited all articles and communications materials to maximize organization, proper grammar usage and clarity.
Worked within multilevel approval structures to maintain quality standards for work.
Directed advertising sales staff
Planned marketing campaigns and promotional events.
Improved sales through intensive outreach to local advertising professionals.
Built relationships with distributors and media professionals.
Researched content by competitors and updated internal teams on industry trends.
Communicated with vendors to secure supplies and drive on-time completion of document publication.
Adjunct Professor
Philip Merrill College of Journalism, University of Maryland
College Park, MD
08.2014 - Current
Evaluate and revise lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
Use variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
Evaluate and select instructional materials and texts to prepare course materials and lesson plans.
Develop and kindle professional relationships with students to better communicate and enhance instruction.
Work cooperatively with other members of faculty and staff to contribute to overall institutional effectiveness.
Identify academic strengths and obstacles and developed instructional techniques to accommodate different learning styles.
Advise students in academic matters to improve successful course completion.
Engage students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
Build relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
Collaborate with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development and instruction improvement program.
Encourage class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
Grade quizzes, tests, homework and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
Display professional demeanor and served as role model for students.
Develop creative and effective teaching methods for course content to capture students attention.
Teach media history and newswriting courses, providing instruction to up to 50 undergraduate students each semester.
Technical Writer
C & S National Bank
Atlanta, GA
01.1982 - 01.1985
Designed and produced operational and new product training programs for branch personnel; revised branch operations manuals quarterly for more than a hundred departments and branches
Followed company policies and editorial guidelines to craft thorough, well-written content.
Proofread copy written by colleagues to correct spelling, punctuation and grammar.
Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
Analyzed developments in field to update instruction literature.
Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
Education
Ph.D - Journalism
University of Maryland
2022
M.A - Journalism
University of North Carolina
1992
B.A. - International Studies
University of North Carolina
1982
Skills
Proofreading
Assigning articles
Laid out pages
Managing media
Copywriting
Technical Writing
Creative writing
Print media
Journalism
Digital editing
QUARK software proficiency
Copyediting
Affiliations
Religion News Association 2018-present
Association for Education for Journalism and Mass Communication 2013-present
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
Philip Merrill College of Journalism, University of Maryland
08.2014 - Current
Program Administrator
Equipping Lay Ministry, Wesley Theological
01.2013 - 05.2014
Communications Director
Academy for Health Services Research and Health Policy
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