KIMBERLEE BOUSMAN
Richardson,TX
Summary
A wordsmith who illuminates the light of Christ to a dark world through vivid words. Thirty years of experience in Christian non-profit ministries—including thirteen years as a top-notch writer—reveal a dedicated, disciplined, and determined team member who supports and encourages others' success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Content Writer and Editor
New Life Ministries
Richardson, TX
01.2016 - Current
- Demonstrated expertise by conceptualizing, writing, and editing monthly donor development letters and emails for fundraising
- Crafted The New Life Journal, which was published in January 2020
- Managed and created social media posts for New Life Ministries and Life Recovery Groups; published posts through Hootsuite, Social Report, and Sprout Social
- Increased following on New Life Ministries and Life Recovery Groups by 20 percent in 2020—including over 100 percent engagement increase on Life Recovery Groups
- Generated well-researched articles for the website, app, and monthly Life Recovery and Brothers In the Battle e-newsletters
- Published articles and devotionals on behalf of Steve Arterburn for publication on websites such as Crosswalk.com and OnePlace.com
- Developed three eBooks: All About Narcissism, Tips for a Healthy Marriage, and Get More Out of Your Bible Reading
Freelance Writer
Self-Employed
McKinney, TX
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Promoted to Senior Writer within two weeks of being hired
- Penned 50+ peer-reviewed health articles based on case studies
- Received 100 percent approval rating from clients
- Authored over 200 articles online and in-print publications
- Drafted accurate and precise legal documents for attorneys
Women's Ministry Counselor
Insight for Living
Plano, TX
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Co-authored the book, Growing as Jesus Grew
- Penned devotionals for Insight’s Bible Reading Guide: Old Testament, as well as Insight’s Bible Reading Guide: New Testament
- Provided counseling and crisis intervention for women
- Responded to emails and letters in a similar writing style and “voice” as Chuck Swindoll
- Commended for writing thought-provoking product descriptions for website
- Counseled female employees on staff, and led department devotionals
Internship
Dallas Theological Seminary
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Designed and taught Missions and Evangelism at Dallas Theological Seminary continuing education evening class
- Awarded “Outstanding Care Team of the Year Award” from Aids Interfaith Network
- Facilitated “Boundaries” support group for adults homeless and living with HIV/AIDS
- Organized meals for Hillcrest House which houses 64 single-unit apartments for men and women living with HIV/AIDS.
- Recruited and led a team of volunteers to teach a class for at-risk youth.
Education
Doctorate - Biblical Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VAMaster of Arts - Christian Education
Dallas Theological Seminary
Dallas, TX06.2007
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Minor: English
Pensacola Christian College
Pensacola, FL06.1999
Skills
- Collaborating
- Communicating
- Counseling
- Copyediting
- Copywriting
- Leading
- Marketing
- Multitasking
- Organizing
- Researching
- Teaching
- Speaking
- Fundraising
- Bible Studies
- Books
- EBooks
- Editing
- Social Media Platforms
- Transcripts
Websites
Publications
- THE NEW LIFE JOURNAL NEW LIFE MINISTRIES | 2021
- ARTICLES & DEVOTIONALS CROSSWALK | 2017-2020
- 35 BIBLE OBJECT LESSONS GHOSTWRITER 2016
- NEWS ARTICLES OFF-THE-GRID | 2014-2016
- GROWING AS JESUS GREW CO-AUTHOR INSIGHT FOR LIVING | 2012
Timeline
Content Writer and Editor
New Life Ministries
01.2016 - Current
Freelance Writer
Self-Employed
01.2012 - 01.2016
Women's Ministry Counselor
Insight for Living
01.2008 - 01.2012
Internship
Dallas Theological Seminary
01.2006 - 01.2008
Doctorate - Biblical Studies
Liberty University
Master of Arts - Christian Education
Dallas Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Minor: English
Pensacola Christian College