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Pamela Corante

Redondo Beach, CA

CopywriterEditorWriter

An award-winning professional writer, Pamela has written for businesses, non-profits and government agencies. Her portfolio comprises feature articles, annual reports, print advertisements, social media and blog posts, brochures, book reviews, Web content and press releases. Industry experience includes food and wine, travel and hospitality, architecture and interior design, entertainment, health and wellness, higher education, the environment, multicultural communication and science. Pamela is professionally accredited through the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC). She is a graduate of the University of California, Irvine and holds a certificate in marketing communications from UC Irvine Extension, a certificate in Wine Education and Management from UCLA Extension, and a Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) credential from the Society of Wine Educators. Her professional experience also includes director-level positions in public relations and media relations.

27Years XP

Member since 11/15/2005

Timothy Hafke

Brooklyn, NY

WriterEditorContent Editor (online)

Timothy Hafke graduated from Marist College in 2018. Throughout his educational career, he interned at magazines and brands, including Out, Michael Kors, and Proenza Schouler. In his senior year, he took the helm of his college’s fashion magazine, FM/AM. The final product, volume five of the publication, won a Gold Crown Award from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association—the highest honor a student-made magazine can receive from the committee. After graduating, he returned home to work as the digital editor of Hour Detroit. His reporting on mental health in metro Detroit won him an award from the Society of Professional Journalists—Detroit Chapter. Today, Timothy focuses on fashion and how he can end this bio in a funny but clever way.

4Years XP

Member since 10/15/2020

Julie Jacob

Racine, WI

Other, SpecifyReporterWriter

I'm a versatile writer with a clear, concise writing style and a flair for crafting warm and engaging stories. My assignments have included profiling the president of an international service organization, describing the benefits of ballet, profiling the owner of a vintage clothing shop, interviewing a woman who survived a hurricane at sea, and reviewing an exhibit of presidential artifacts. Six years of working as a reporter for a national newspaper for physicians has also given me in-depth expertise in health care and medical issues, particularly health insurance and practice management issues. Please contact me if you're looking for a writer to do a human interest piece, feature story, or health care article for your publication or website. I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you.

20Years XP

Member since 4/16/2006

Donna Marsh

Fort Pierce, FL

Graphic DesignerCopywriterContent Editor (online)

A marketing director with 20 years of design, writing, and editing experience for B2B and B2C content. With a focus on consulting and branding through message, image, storytelling, and music, I offer an informal yet professional partnership for start-up and small businesses, nonprofits, and a range of creative artists. I also have extensive experience and knowledge in the health/fitness/nutrition/wellness space. Clear communication and attention to minute detail are guaranteed to ensure every project is a success.

10Years XP

Member since 6/2/2020

Shaun Tolson

Cumberland, RI

WriterEditorCopywriter

Over the course of my journalism career, I've traveled to five continents, writing stories on a diverse set of topics--from desert treks through Jordan to golf journeys throughout China. In all of those cases -- and for every assignment that I take on (including the ones that don't require me to leave my desk) -- I try to emphasize the human element of an experience or a situation, finding the people involved whose stories bring life and meaning to the piece. I work primarily as a lifestyle writer (I've focused on the luxury industries for much of my career), and I pride myself on delivering clean copy that is engaging and well written. Most of all, I'm adept at recognizing the nuances that define and distinguish different audiences, which allows me to always write to the reader and -- when necessary -- with a specific reader in mind.

16Years XP

Member since 6/12/2018

Michael McCallister

West Allis, WI

WriterTechnical WriterBook Author

I’m a writer. I’m a computer user. I’ve combined those characteristics for over two decades, helping other computer users be more efficient and effective. I’ve been publishing on WordPress for 10+ years. WordPress is the easiest and most powerful way to build your home on the Web, but sometimes the choices can be overwhelming. I write articles that simplify those choices and have built sites for others. I bring the same user-focus to describing and helping readers get the most from Linux and its applications.

32Years XP

Member since 11/28/2018

Kerstin Vogdes Diehn

Maplewood, NJ

Art DirectorGraphic DesignerProduction (print)

Over 14 years graphic design experience in art direction, print design, branding, and production. 10 years experience in environmental and exhibit design, web design, and marketing. Expert on nonprofit design solutions. In brief: (1) Experienced creative director and hands-on graphic designer who specializes in helping businesses and non-profits communicate effectively with a broad range of constituents: audience members, funders and the general public (2) NYC-trained and honed but local NJ roots (3) Collaborative, listen-first style that suits complex projects with multiple sources of creative input (4) Nimble & agile -- iterative approach to design that ensures fast turnaround and frequent opportunity for client feedback (5) Versatile in style and execution -- from clean and simple to illustrative and edgy.

12Years XP

Member since 5/15/2006

Andrew Crystal

New York, NY

ResearcherProducer (television)Fact-Checker

Experienced senior researcher, political consultant, attorney, and news junkie. I'm a voracious follower of the 24-hour news cycle and understand what issues shape and drive media coverage. As a consultant, I conduct legal and opposition research for various political clients, including for legislative, judicial, and prosecutorial races. As a Senior News Producer for Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj, I lead a team of researchers conducting investigative research into the modern cultural and political landscape that forms the factual backbone of an episode. I then create the initial story structure, theme, and narrative arc for the episode before handing it off to the writing team. This unique storytelling experience gives me a leg up because I understand how to carefully craft a narrative that deeply resonates with a diverse audience. In both of these capacities, I must transform complicated research into communications strategies designed to tell the most compelling, emotional, and persuasive stories that

2Years XP

Member since 7/31/2020

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Adrienne Samuels Gibbs

Chicago, IL

WriterEditorSocial Media

I'm a Pulitzer-nominated reporter, writer and editor who can cover a wide variety of subjects. My best pieces range from breaking news to cultural trend pieces to long-form narratives to short, comedic listicles. I've covered pop culture, finance, hurricanes, immigration, books, movies, fine art, racial issues and government. I'm frequently tapped to write magazine cover stories, and as such I've interviewed and wrangled everyone from Taraji P. Henson to Meryl Streep. I've been a staffer at The Boston Globe, Chicago Sun-Times, Ebony, St. Petersburg Times and The Miami Herald. I'm the former, Interim ME of Ebony. I've flown with the Navy Blue Angels, visited with Muammar Gaddafi's top aides (and heard him speak a month before his death) while on a United Nations fellowship, and penned a weekly Sun-Times column on Chicago's cultural scene and, separately, its violence. I love telling the story.

15Years XP

Member since 7/16/2011

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David Baker

New Orleans, LA

Content Editor (online)EditorWriter

Im an associate and web editor for The Louisiana Weekly newspaper in New Orleans - the oldest African-American newspaper in the Southeast Louisiana region - where I have been employed since 2004. I earned a BA in English from Dillard University in 2004. Issues of economic development have been my passion and gave birth to my goal of reestablishing New Orleans as an international city; as such, I work on campaigns to help rebrand the region and promote and preserve its diversity of culture, its vibrant economy and natural resources and environment. I have worked to coordinate economic development efforts, advocacy and education within the Greater New Orleans region. Projects and organizations that he has worked with include The Louisiana Weekly, MarketUmbrella, TED, and TEDxNOLA, and is working to build a business association in Gentilly to help support the area's economic opportunities.

10Years XP

Member since 2/4/2014

Barbara Donohue

Athens, MA

Technical WriterEditorWriter

A resourceful writer, ghostwriter, and journalist specializing in mechanical technologies, covering technology, science, business and general topics. M.I.T.-educated mechanical engineer with 15 years industrial experience in engineering, 20+ years as a writer and editor in journalism, marketing communications and technical documentation. Personable, professional, flexible and thorough. Skilled at turning technology into English and making complex material easy to understand. Writing: Articles, white papers, case studies, catalog copy, press releases, company and staff profiles, explaining technology, user guides, special projects. Ghost-writing: Creating articles for the trade press based on interviews with subject experts. Providing clients an authoritative presence in trade publications with minimal client effort. Web Content: Application notes, success stories, technology overviews, product details. Clear, concise copy, written for easy readability on-screen.

24Years XP

Member since 5/10/2007

Christine Cioppa

NY Metropolitan Area , NY

Copy EditorFact-CheckerWriter

A bit about me... Having worked on staff at national magazines such as Family Circle and Body Mind Spirit, I have a good idea of what editors are looking for. My number one job as a freelancer is to make your life easier. Because let's face it, you're very, very busy. Throughout the years I’ve done every aspect of editorial work. I've written for consumer publications and for corporate clients. I've verified facts in consumer magazines, books and newsletters. I've copyedited education books, business books as well as corporate marketing materials for a number of freelance clients. This combination of skills adds value. For example, when you hire me as your writer, you also get a fact-checker/researcher and copyeditor to boot. I have also dipped in the Fortune 500 pool, working with marketing/communications departments. So whether it's corporate or consumer content -- I've got your back if you're my client.

22Years XP

Member since 3/12/2013