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Overview
Work History
Education
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Douglas M. Salva

Douglas M. Salva

Senior Copywriter
Sugar Creek,MO

Summary

A tenacious, former Wienermobile driver who now creates advertising, marketing, public relations and communication solutions that drive results. A proven creative resource dedicated to fostering teamwork and focusing resources to solve clients' tasks with efficiency for outstanding effectiveness.

Overview

5
5
years of post-secondary education
22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Copywriter

The Frank Agency
Overland Park, KS
09.2019 - 07.2021

I researched and created digital and traditional marketing solutions, including blog posts, newsletters, social media ads and more for several health, transportation and higher education clients.

  • Created high-impact messaging for all marketing media, contributing to increases in revenues and market share.
  • Wrote advertising copy for online content, adhering to employers' overarching brand identity and personality.
  • Incorporated SEO keywords into copy to increase result rankings.
  • Wrote social media outreach posts on both informational and promotional topics.
  • Drafted scrips for video-based communications, formatting copy specifically for visual presentation and video production needs.
  • Reviewed and edited final copy for accuracy and oversaw all phases of production.
  • Customized brand message to reach and capture target audience interest and drive engagement.

Senior Writer - Brand Team Lead

Inquest Marketing
Kansas City, MO
04.2018 - 07.2019
  • Responsible for creating and producing video, radio, print and variety of digital media executions for health, automobile, education and entertainment clients.
  • Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
  • Participated in cross-functional team-building activities.

Writer/Editorial Writer

Hallmark Business Connections
Kansas City, MO
02.2016 - 11.2017

Created Business To Business solutions for employee recognition, customer engagement, and health and wellness participation. I also successfully led United Way fundraising efforts for the Hallmark Business Connections division.

  • Performed research and checked all facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
  • Wrote, edited and produced white papers and blog posts
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings.

Senior Writer

Will & Grail
Kansas City, MO
10.2011 - 02.2016
  • Created print, web, digital, business to business, broadcast, and point of purchase executions for variety of agriculture, animal health, and financial clients.
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
  • Strategized content based on Google Analytics data, geographical targeting and keyword planning.
  • Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
  • Interviewed individuals by phone, video chat and in person to create online content.
  • Wrote and proofread blog and social media posts, website copy and articles.
  • Developed copy while maintaining brand voice and adhering to legal requirements.

Senior Writer

Two West, Inc
Kansas City, MO
09.2006 - 01.2011
  • Conceived, created and executed traditional and digital materials for variety of clients in telecommunications, human health, animal health, higher education and transportation.
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
  • Marketed services through social media platforms and advertising services.
  • Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
  • Developed copy while maintaining brand voice and adhering to legal requirements.

Senior Writer

VML
Kansas City, MO
07.2000 - 06.2003
  • Researched, conceived and created traditional and digital executions for hospitality, logistics, consumer product, and animal health clients.
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content

Advertising — Senior Writer

Stephens & Associates
Overland Park, KS
09.1996 - 07.2000
  • Created business to business executions for animal health, agricultural and animal nutrition clients.
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
  • Proofread copy written by colleagues to correct spelling, punctuation and grammar.

Copywriter

D’Arcy Masius Benton & Bowles, Inc
Bloomfield Hills, MI
01.1993 - 01.1994
  • Wrote and produced traditional advertising solutions for variety of auto, auto service, and chemical industry clients.

Brand Ambassador - Hotdogger

Oscar Mayer Foods Corporation
Chicago, IL
06.1991 - 06.1992
  • Drove the Wienermobile throughout Midwest, orchestrating and conducting a variety of public relations and brand-building events.
  • Increased brand awareness through event marketing, demonstrations, sales and brand promotion.
  • Collaborated with local field sales to drive visibility and sales results.
  • Analyzed consumer usage patterns to identify trends and target key demographics.

Education

Bachelor of Journalism Degree - Advertising

University of Missouri
Columbia, MO
08.1986 - 05.1991

Skills

Brand Strategy Development

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Accomplishments

2015 National NAMA – Best Spread Series – Client: Compass Minerals Protassium+

2015 American Advertising Awards – Gold ADDY - Client: Compass Minerals Protassium+

2013 National NAMA – Best Regional Campaign – Client: Compass Minerals

Interests

Scouting - I'm an Eagle Scout

Hiking, camping and fishing

Currently restoring a vintage wooden boat

Pursuer of Polynesian Pop and all things tiki

Timeline

Senior Copywriter

The Frank Agency
09.2019 - 07.2021

Senior Writer - Brand Team Lead

Inquest Marketing
04.2018 - 07.2019

Writer/Editorial Writer

Hallmark Business Connections
02.2016 - 11.2017

Senior Writer

Will & Grail
10.2011 - 02.2016

Senior Writer

Two West, Inc
09.2006 - 01.2011

Senior Writer

VML
07.2000 - 06.2003

Advertising — Senior Writer

Stephens & Associates
09.1996 - 07.2000

Copywriter

D’Arcy Masius Benton & Bowles, Inc
01.1993 - 01.1994

Brand Ambassador - Hotdogger

Oscar Mayer Foods Corporation
06.1991 - 06.1992

Bachelor of Journalism Degree - Advertising

University of Missouri
08.1986 - 05.1991
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