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About Me

A detailed-oriented editorial professional skilled in editing, managing multimedia marketing campaigns, and writing diverse articles for magazine and newspaper publications. Recognized by Lockheed Martin as a quick reader and keen writer successfully editing and project tracking a 200 page proposal as the only senior editor given interim U.S. Security Clearance to work on classified section. Excellent ability to track multiple projects from initial conception, layout, and design changes to final publication consistently meeting deadlines. Other highlights include:

Work History

• Northrop Grumman Corporation
• Communications Specialist
• December 2008 to Present

• • Writes, edits and prepares internal company publications and communications. Selects, writes, and reviews editorials and special articles.
  • Develops, recommends, and maintains editorial policy. Interviews to obtain items for publication and to verify facts; assigns or approves artwork; and approves final proofs and page layouts, and websites.
  • Sits on corporate social media committee, involved with planning social media policies and procedures, as well as content
  • Attends tradeshows to act as liaison between media and Northrop Grumman programs
  • Writes press releases to be distributed over major news wires

• Asgard Avionics
• Senior Proposal Editor
• April 2008 to November 2008

• • Edited a 200 page technical proposal for major client (Lockheed Martin).
  • Obtained interim U.S. Secret Security Clearance and acted as a liaison between the proposal author, book boss, and lead editor.
  • Individually enhanced the readability of the proposal by correcting grammar, using laymen terms, interpreting technical engineering jargon for non-technical readers, and clearly conveying information.
  • Assisted with section layout on Microsoft Word and tracked graphics by partnering with a graphic designer to commission graphics and ensure proper placemen

• Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
• Marketing Editor
• March 2006 to January 2008

• • Participated in every aspect of producing corporate multimedia campaigns for major product market introductions. Recognized as keen project tracker, successfully tracking progress on all assigned projects and excelling at managing routing process.
  • Managed the conception, design, planning and introduction of a 28 page “StoryTown” section of Harcourt's National catalog. Updated and proofread all content.
  • Engaged in the marketing campaign for StoryTown. Created a brochure which was bound into the Teacher Editions, as well as worked on two different online samplers. Selected voice talent and art as well as managed the relationship with an outside graphic design company.
  • Conceptualized the development of and proofread copy for brochures, CD-ROMs, flyers, and web content. Partnered with project managers and designers to create concepts and design on all projects.

• Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
• Project Editor
• December 2006 to March 2006

• • Conducted extensive research and wrote concerning different areas of South Carolina tourist spots for science textbook publication.
  • Wrote copy for background section of the Teacher Editions for the South Carolina Science Textbook.
  • Assisted editors in proofreading and editing as well as updating and maintaining state tabs.

• Orlando Sentinel
• Communications Clerk
• July 2005 to December 2005

• • Developed strong writing and communication skills in fast-paced and demanding environment by dictating critical and news breaking information for reporters in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina.
  • Created cop logs on deadline for weekly publication.
  • Updated and edited the free obituary section on deadline for daily publication.

• Relevant Magazine
• Editorial Assistant
• January 2004 to June 2004

• • Selected to edit larger magazine articles and edit manuscripts for books in magazine’s publishing division within a few weeks of employment for demonstrating expertise in editing, enthusiasm, and strong work ethic.
  • Wrote and edited a broad range of stories including news/entertainment articles and music reviews for print and magazine website publication.

Education

• University of Central Florida
• Bachelor of Arts, English Literature
• 2001 - 2005