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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

Social Media and Content Marketing

SEO, SEM and Digital

Storytelling

Marketing Communications

Creative concept development

Public Relations Campaigns

AP Style

Print, Direct Mail, Radio, TV and Point of Purchase

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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