Education:
Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing and Literature
University ofMichigan, Ann Arbor, MI
University of
Graduated in April 2008 with Honors, GPA of 3.57/4.0
Employment History:
Type Partners Copywriter/Proofreader
Syracuse, NY
April 2012- Present
Wrote standard and custom articles for direct mail newsletters, customer mailings, and brochures for propane and natural gas companies across the U.S.
Created completely custom content for clients, including letters from company presidents, promotional articles, and Duty-to-Warn articles
Proofread and fact checked a variety of custom products for clients with the highest standards and little room for error
Virtucom Group Copywriter
Proofread and fact checked a variety of custom products for clients with the highest standards and little room for error
Virtucom Group Copywriter
Syracuse, NY
January 2010- March 2012
Created custom content for multi-channel publication with several national clients, including Best Buy, Academy Sports & Outdoors, BJs Wholesale, and Petsmart.
Met production goals in a timely manner, trained peers on new client guidelines, and wrote and proofread various styles of product descriptions, feature bullets, and specifications.
Independently completed multiple projects for the company’s owners and clients.
DGuides Editorial Intern/Contributing Writer/Orlando Content Director
Summer 2009 - Present
Researched and wrote tourist-oriented articles on Orlando and New York City
Conducted extensive research to write a feature piece on the complete history of NYC.
Invited to stay on as a contributing writer and then promoted to Orlando Content Director.
Managed and edited articles for 3 - 5 interns while creating and maintaining content and topics for the Orlando
Borders, Inc. Bookseller – Carousel Mall Location
Fall – Winter 2008
Provided excellent customer service to Borders patrons and placed special orders and reserve requests.
Designed and set up book displays to highlight corporate-assigned sales, recommended picks, and special-occasion products.
Maintained and organized vendor-provided displays.
United Stages, Inc. Publishing Intern
Summer 2007
Reviewed Off Broadway productions, conducted interviews, and wrote articles for publication in playbills and for the company’s website.
Created a computer database for organizing author information and contracts for payment and future publication possibilities.
Researched and pursued partnerships with bookstores nationwide with the goal of increasing the company’s production and sales.
Residential Computing Systems Consultant
Summer 2006 – 2008
Assessed educational needs of 800+ residents, designed and advertised for technology- related educational programs and presentations accordingly.
Identified and triaged hardware, software, and network computer problems for residents and managed a computer lab of 40 computers, printers and other devices.
Researched, wrote, and edited Podcast media files and several television shows for a website and campus-wide TV channel for educational and technical training of peers.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of Michigan
Fall 2004 – Spring 2006
Collaborated on new techniques for making dolls, models, and props to be photographed for a graphic novella to raise awareness about a tragedy occurring in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico
Implemented new system for cataloging research slides after digitally restoring them.
Displayed initiative and dependability in working both independently and in a team.
Activities and Leadership Roles:
Introduction to Book Publishing Workshop
University of Michigan
March 2008
Worked as a team to prepare a book for publication from author proposal through profit and loss statement, cover design, manufacturing, advertising, sales channels, etc.
Governing Assembly Treasurer
University of Michigan
Fall 2005 – Spring 2006
Created and balanced yearly residence hall budget of $12,000.
Developed organizational and leadership skills through weekly hall-wide meetings.
Engaged residents in social and educational activities by creating, advertising for, and persuading peers to attend residence hall events.
Residential College Players
Fall 2005 – Spring 2008
Wrote scenes and a full-length play for production.
Directed cast in several short pieces, scheduled rehearsals, and maintained a set and props.
Created props, costumes, and scenery on a limited budget.
Advertised for plays by designing flyers, bulletin boards, and billboards.
Publications:
50+ Tourism Articles
Ongoing
Short Story: The Demands
Published June 2009
Short Story: Bloodlines and Star Shine
Published April 2008
United Stages playbills and website
Article: Love in the Ear of the Beholder
Article: Seeing Stars: Chris Weikel
Article: Seeing Stars: Akia Squitieri
Article: Seeing Stars: Macbeth
Review: Fritz and Froyim
Article: How I $pent My Summer Vacation
Published Summer 2007
Short Story: The Empty Bed
Article: The Statement: YouTube video of the week
Article Contribution: 6 Richest Alumni (and 2 dropouts) – Interview with Charles Munger
Preview: Hersch Refreshes Whitman with jazz
Fall 2004 – Spring 2008
Awards and Recognition:
Awards and Recognition:
Fall 2007 – Spring 2008
Completed 140-page thesis to meet standards to graduate from the College of Literature
Summer 2006 – 2008
Most Artistic Bulletin Board
Most Creative Bulletin Board (received twice)
Most likely to get volunteered to do something artistic while away from a staff meeting
Additional Skills:
Knowledge of networking protocols and Windows and Macintosh operating systems.
Proficient with—but not limited to—Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and basic HTML.
Can type 65 words per minute.
Obtained written and spoken proficiency in French in 2007.
Can adapt to any environment or task with a smile.
