Description
Resourceful professional with wealth of experience directing full range of media forms, including print and web / social media; attracted 17K Facebook fans while working at The Telegraph. Strong background in journalism and community relations; accomplished newspaper editor and publisher with compelling public speaking and speech writing talents. Successful nonfiction writer, publishing eight books and selling 25K+ copies through targeted marketing and public relations (PR) skills; books endorsed by renowned sources, such as Paul McCartney, CNN producer, and National Civil Rights Museum. Effective manager with ability to guide PR and other projects, supervise up to 40 staff, and create / manage budgets. Track record for working effectively in fast-paced environments and as team leader or player, as well as multitasking and meeting deadlines.
Work Experience
| COMPANY | POSITION HELD | DATES WORKED |
|---|---|---|
| The Telegraph | Executive Editor | 5/1997 - 12/2013 |
| The Telegraph | Executive Editor | /1997 - /2013 |
| Brannan Publishing | Writer, Producer | 1/1996 - 5/2014 |
| (Confidential) | Principal, Owner | /1996 - Present |
| Seneca Journal / Messenger | Managing Editor | 10/1994 - 5/1997 |
Education
| SCHOOL | MAJOR | YEAR | DEGREE |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeVry University - St. Louis | Business Administration | Master Degree | |
| Eastern Illinois University | Journalism | Bachelor Degree | |
| Eastern Illinois University | Psychology | Bachelor Degree | |
Accomplishments
Highlights:
• Generated book sales of 25K copies through extensive promotional campaigns using print and web/social media methods. • Donated significant percentage of profits to causes related to book topics, including American Diabetes Association, scholarship in memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Wadlow display at Alton Museum, memory of Donna Gustavel in support of individuals with cerebral palsy, and Collins Children’s Home for abused children • Played critical role in newspaper winning 368 awards over 16-year time period, including multiple “General Excellence” awards in Illinois by stressing journalism fundamentals with staff and providing leadership, clear communication, and organization to streamline and strengthen operations• Directed pilot project for social media for Freedom Communications .Trained associates throughout the Freedom Company about social media. All newspapers had significant increases in social media numbers and responses. • Set and achieved challenging goal of making newspaper top Freedom Communications winner for overall excellence by studying competition and developing creative ideas to improve performance. Efforts propelled newspaper to win “D.R. Segal” award over prestigious Orange County Register in 2006. • Revamped newspaper’s design and presentation--joining Society for Newspaper Design to gain ideas and momentum--by introducing fresh, modern appearance. Newspaper achieved numerous “General Excellence” and “Design Excellence” awards in multiple years. • Strengthened newspaper’s access to readers and advertisers by introducing website, overseeing design, updating, and maintenance. Website attracted millions of page views, winning “Best Website” awards for large newspapers in Illinois and within Freedom Communications. Earned opportunity to direct Freedom Communications’ national pilot project on social media in 2010-2011.Companies I like:
Barnes Jewish Hospital, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Washington University, SSM, Monsanto, Anheuser Busch, CNN
Job Skills
Keywords
- Public Relations
- Writing
- Editing
- Strategic Planning
- Budgeting
- Team Leadership
- Motivation
- Social Media
- Workforce Planning
- Needs Assessment
- Risk Management
- Presentations
- Change Management
- Internal Controls
- Operations Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Customer Service
- Vendor Relations
- Employee Engagement
- Negotiations
- Public Speaking
- Ecommerce
- Event Planning
Responsibilities
