John Klitzner
Fall River,Mass.
Summary
- Motivated editor, writer and graphic designer with 20-plus years' journalism experience working at a daily newspaper and writing marketing material for two Rhode Island universities.
- Displayed outstanding leadership and teamwork skills while working closely with a variety of writers, photographers, designers and freelancers in putting together award-winning publications from start to finish.
- Have worked under tight deadlines while juggling multiple projects simultaneously my entire professional career. Served as a substitute teacher in R.I. for five years, where I sharpened my leadership, organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Have always worked in an environment that appreciates and supports diversity at all levels.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Copy Editor and Page Designer
Fall River Herald News, (MA)
Fall River, MA
10.2001 - 05.2020
- Copy editor and page designer for mid-sized daily newspaper, where I was responsible for editing content for correct grammar and fact-checking staff reporters' stories using Associated Press style, choosing photos, writing headlines and designing pages using Adobe InDesign for our on-line and print issues.
- Responsible for a quick turnaround on multiple stories (staff reporters, AP wire, correspondents) on a tight deadline for each issue, overseeing the production of 10-plus pages each night.
- Represented the sports department at daily editorial meetings to decide the content for each paper's issue, where I collaborated with other editors and page designers to create a polished, attractive product.
- Worked with staff photographers, freelancers, correspondents and interns to ensure deadlines were met and stories and photo cutlines were factually accurate.
- Showed problem-solving and interpersonal skills by fielding phone calls from the public and providing assistance for breaking news, getting publicity for a local event or directing to proper channels.
Writer and Editor
Roger Williams University
09.1998 - 10.2001
- Writer and editor for the Public Relations Department at a medium-sized liberal arts university in Bristol, R.I
- Wrote daily press releases for the local and national media on the accomplishments of RWU's faculty, students and staff.
- Served as editor/head writer for the school's quarterly alumni magazine, where I worked with several department directors (Alumni, Development, Admissions) in planning the editorial content, cover art, which freelancers to hire and overall theme for each issue.
- Also served as the department's representative for the university's yearly Commencement Exercises. Responsibilities included writing and editing biographies for honorary degree recipients and working with the local media to get maximum media exposure.
Writer and Editor
Johnson & Wales University
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Writer and editor at renowned liberal arts and business university in Providence, R.I
- Served as editor/head writer for the JWU alumni magazine, where I interviewed a variety of JWU's leaders (president, instructors, accomplished alumni, etc.) for the magazine as well as many of the university's other publications
- I also wrote many of the university's main marketing tools for prospective students, including the JWU Viewbook, various direct-market mailings and several on-campus informational brochures.
Substitute Teacher
State of Rhode
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Taught grades K-6 in elementaryschools throughout R.I., occasionally filling in at the middle- and high-school level whenneeded.
Editor
GTech Corporation
01.1996 - 01.1999
- Freelance editor for an international gaming company located in West Greenwich, R.I
- Edited and proofread Request for Proposals (RFP's) while adhering to AP style and the company's internal style guide.
Script Writer
R.I. League Of Women Voters
01.1994 - 01.1995
- Script Writer for the Rhode Island League of Women Voters.
- Won a national contest by writing a video script encouraging older high school students to register to vote.
- Video was distributed to high schools throughout Rhode Island.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism (major)/History (minor)
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, R.I.1991
Elementary Education Teaching Certification - Education
Roger Williams University
Bristol, R.I.2002
Skills
- Adobe Illustrator
- Microsoft Office
- Adobe InDesign
- Graphic Design
- Research
- Social media
- Customer Service
- Script Writing
- Project Management
- Website Copy
- Marketing Support
- Check Facts
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
State of Rhode
01.2002 - 01.2007
Copy Editor and Page Designer
Fall River Herald News, (MA)
10.2001 - 05.2020
Writer and Editor
Roger Williams University
09.1998 - 10.2001
Editor
GTech Corporation
01.1996 - 01.1999
Writer and Editor
Johnson & Wales University
01.1995 - 01.1998
Script Writer
R.I. League Of Women Voters
01.1994 - 01.1995
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism (major)/History (minor)
University of Rhode Island
Elementary Education Teaching Certification - Education
Roger Williams University
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