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Lars Ecklund

Madison,WI

Summary

Dynamic editor with a proven track record at the Program of Assertive Community Treatment, excelling in editing and proofreading for the "PACT Times" newsletter. Demonstrates critical thinking and attention to detail, enhancing content quality and engagement. Skilled in Microsoft Office and HTML, ensuring effective communication and presentation.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Editor of Quarterly Newsletter

Program of Assertive Community Treatment
04.2001 - Current
  • Enhanced publication quality by diligently proofreading and editing articles for grammar, spelling, and consistency.
  • Collaborated with writers to improve content structure and clarity, resulting in increased reader engagement.
  • Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with authors throughout the editing process, resulting in smoother collaborations.

Data Entry /HTML Developer

Boss International
03.2003 - 05.2013

This job required me to accurately process incoming email for data pertaining to companies who showed interest in the software developed by BOSS International. I helped with HTML coding by inserting HTML anchors in the company's website.

Usher

UW-Madison Union Theater
01.2001 - 08.2001
  • Provided exceptional guest service, answering questions about the venue and directing patrons to their seats.
  • Greeted customers with smile and provided friendly, knowledgeable service.
  • Worked with other staff members to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
  • Directed ticket holders to seats and facility locations.

Usher

Madison College Mitby Theater
09.1998 - 05.1999

At Mitby Theater I served as an Usher; greeting and helping patrons find their seats. I held the duty of "will-call" ticket pickup. At intermissions I sold food and drink. Occasionally I did manual work of processing mailings.

Doorman and Vendor

Marcus Theatres
08.1988 - 08.1989
  • Maintained a welcoming environment for residents and guests through courteous greetings and assistance.
  • Enhanced building security by vigilantly monitoring entrance and exit points.
  • Offered personalized support for elderly or disabled residents, adapting services according to individual needs.
  • Secured doorways to maintain customer and employee safety and uphold company policies and procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - English

University of Wisconsin Madison
Madison, WI
05-2001

Skills

  • Editing and proofreading
  • Critical thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • Esthetic placement of submissions on newsletter

Interests

I enjoy playing music with my Alto Saxophone I study music theory and write songs with my computer I am a cat person with two Burmese cats; Prince & Sheba I make art with my 3D Printer I often gift people with prints I am learning how to play Pickle Ball I have a few retro computers It is interesting to work with them at the machine level

Timeline

Data Entry /HTML Developer

Boss International
03.2003 - 05.2013

Editor of Quarterly Newsletter

Program of Assertive Community Treatment
04.2001 - Current

Usher

UW-Madison Union Theater
01.2001 - 08.2001

Usher

Madison College Mitby Theater
09.1998 - 05.1999

Doorman and Vendor

Marcus Theatres
08.1988 - 08.1989

Bachelor of Science - English

University of Wisconsin Madison
Lars Ecklund