Professional/Personal Overview
I'm an award-winning writer who loves to get out and meet new people. Over the last year, I've had the opportunity to interview CEOs, celebrities, authors, interior designers and a neurobiologist who plays a mean guitar. I've investigated productivity strategies and profit margins, and I've happily written about some of Dallas-Fort Worth's must-see spots. From down-to-earth trend pieces to celebrity profiles to web content for corporate sites and newsletters, I deliver copy on time and with a smile. I thrive on fast deadlines and love a challenge. My specialties include lifestyle, luxury home design and architecture, small business, entrepreneurship, retail, travel, and the arts. I'm based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, but I regularly travel to Los Angeles, New York, Washington D.C., New Orleans, Houston, Austin, and other Texas cities.
Work Info
Expertise
Copywriter
9 Years
Editor
9 Years
Writer
9 Years
Specialty
Business (general)
7 Years
Home & Garden
9 Years
Lifestyle
9 Years
Total Media Industry Experience
9 Years
Media Client List (# assignments
last 2 yrs)
SUCCESS Magazine (11+), AirTran Go Magazine (11+), Design Bureau (3-5), Meridian (3-5), Luxe (1-2), Cowboys and Indians (1-2)
Corporate Client List (# assignments last 2 yrs)
Dell (11+), UT Southwestern Medical Center (3-5)
Other Work History
Previous positions:
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Mac/PC, HTML, web content management software
Technical Skills
AP & Chicago styles, SEO, Web design hobbyist
Equipment
Laptop, digital camera and video camera, digital audio recorder
Awards
2005 Emmy Award, Writer/Producer for Outstanding Promotion/Station Image
Associations
Association of Writers & Writing Programs
Other
University of North Texas, Masters in Creative Writing (thesis in progress)
Freelancer Availability
I occasionally freelance. I live near Dallas-Fort Worth, TX. I am willing to travel anywhere. I have a driver's license. I have access to a car.
Work Samples
Lifestyle
(SUCCESS Magazine , 1/1/2010)
Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor went from brain scientist to stroke victim and back again.
(SUCCESS Magazine , 12/1/2009)
A strong work ethic, mutual goals, and a passion for helping other enable Dr. Phil and Robin McGraw to build success that's no accident.
(SUCCESS Magazine , 9/1/2009)
Author Julia Cameron's tools for tapping into your creativity.
Home and Garden
(Luxe , 6/1/2008)
A luxury lodge in Dallas, filled with light and rustic comforts
(First Home , 1/1/2005)
Learn how to buy and care for your first leather chair, plus some favorites to get your shopping started.
(First Home , 1/1/2005)
Hang it right the first time, every time.
(D Home and Garden , 2/1/2004)
Winners of the best kitchen contest
Entrepreneurship
(SUCCESS Magazine , 7/1/2010)
Designer and entrepreneur Kenneth Cole has never been afraid of risks--in business or branding.
(SUCCESS Magazine , 7/1/2009)
Why now is the perfect time to start a business plus tips on where to start.
(SUCCESS Magazine , 3/1/2009)
A profile of the heavyweight pitch man.
(Rezoom.com , 1/1/2007)
This franchise owner reinvented himself at age 50 and doesn't plan on looking back.
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June 4, 2013 | San Francisco
