Jennifer Norum
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Experienced professional passionate about creating compelling content and driving engagement. Talented at matching customers/clients with needed information. Great knowledge of adult and children's literature. Trustworthy and well-liked children's education instructor. Community advocate.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Writer and Photographer
Self
01.1990 - Current
- Engaged in impactful written and visual communication through feature stories, community events coverage, editorials, and interviews.
- Strong experience in fiction writing, documentary, street, and events photography.
Regional Site-Coordinator
Everybody Wins! Iowa
07.2017 - 11.2019
- Effectively organized and oversaw mentor-student reading programs at various Des Moines Public Schools.
- Maintained regular communication with mentors, program leads, and school officials.
- Scheduled staff and volunteers to cover all necessary duties during planned events.
Professional Investigator
Self
06.2015 - 08.2017
- Carefully documented statements, observations, and evidentiary materials.
- Conducted interviews with witnesses and clients.
- Collected, analyzed, and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
Children's Bookstore Department Manager
Borders Books
04.1989 - 08.1993
- Ordered, received and shelved books while maintaining many sections ranging from picture books to young adult literature.
- Collaborated closely with customers to help them find the perfect story for themselves or their child.
- Planned and hosted events and readings for children.
Education
BA - Sociology of Law, Crime and Deviance
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis
06-1988
MFA - Creative Writing/Literature
Goddard College, Plainfield, Vermont
12-1995
Boston University
06-2016
Skills
- Communication
- Writing/editing
- Photography (DSLR)
- Advocacy
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Docs
- Social media
- Strong research skills
- Issue Research
- Client collaboration
Volunteer Experience
- Campaign work: Communication, Leadership, Writing, Education, and Research.
- Advocacy: MOMS Demand Action for Gun Sense in America - Local Event Lead.
- Des Moines Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Committee - Ceremony Lead.
- Everybody Wins! Iowa - Mentor.
Timeline
Regional Site-Coordinator
Everybody Wins! Iowa
07.2017 - 11.2019
Professional Investigator
Self
06.2015 - 08.2017
Freelance Writer and Photographer
Self
01.1990 - Current
Children's Bookstore Department Manager
Borders Books
04.1989 - 08.1993
BA - Sociology of Law, Crime and Deviance
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis
MFA - Creative Writing/Literature
Goddard College, Plainfield, Vermont
Boston University