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Sara Friedl-Putnam

Decorah,IA

Summary

Accomplished communications professional with a proven track record of working within a team to create print and digital content that meets strategic goals and objectives.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Communications Coordinator

Seed Savers Exchange
Decorah, IA
11.2016 - Current

Plan, manage, create, and edit content for the Heritage Farm Companion, SSE's member magazine.


Create, solicit, and edit content for SSE's blog, website, and social media platforms.


Oversee and contribute content, both written and photographic, for the annual SSE catalog.


Write and edit SSE press releases and marketing materials.


Take photographs used in online and print materials.

Freelance Writer and Editor

Self
Decorah, United States
01.2012 - 11.2016

*Wrote and edited marketing and editorial content for several clients, including the American Planning Association, Luther College, and Inspire(d) Media.

Alumni Magazine Manager

Luther College
Decorah, United States
03.1997 - 01.2012

Planned, managed, edited, and created content for the quarterly magazine, produced for alumni and friends of the college.

Marketing Associate

American Planning Association
Chicago, IL
10.1992 - 11.1996

Developed and wrote copy to promote APA's membership, books, conferences, and subscription services.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

Duke University
Durham, North Carolina
05.1989

Skills

  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Expertise in Chicago Style
  • Proficiency in Squarespace, Adobe PhotoShop, and Adobe InDesign
  • Proven track record of working within teams to achieve results

Affiliations

Luther College Woman's Club Publicity Chair, 2018-present

Winneshiek County Habitat for Humanity Board Member, 2015-21

Oneota Film Festival Board Member, 2014-17

Timeline

Communications Coordinator

Seed Savers Exchange
11.2016 - Current

Freelance Writer and Editor

Self
01.2012 - 11.2016

Alumni Magazine Manager

Luther College
03.1997 - 01.2012

Marketing Associate

American Planning Association
10.1992 - 11.1996

Bachelor of Arts - English

Duke University
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