Stacy Tornio

Milwaukee, WI USA

12 Years Experience

Professional Experience

I'm a seasoned editor specializing in gardening, birding, sustainability, parenting, and outdoor topics. In addition, I have 6 books related to getting kids outside (find me on Amazon). I have 12 years of journalism experience, including working as the editor of Birds & Blooms, the national magazine owned by Reader's Digest. I have a strong digital background as well with blogging, content management, videos, online learning, and SEO.

Expertise

Editor 10 YearsBook Author 5 YearsContent Editor (online) 5 Years

Specialty

Family, Children & Teenagers 6 YearsEnvironment & Nature 10 YearsHome & Garden 10 Years

Industries

Magazine - Large Consumer/National magazines 10 YearsBook Publishing Consumer 5 YearsOnline/new media 5 Years

Media Client List (# assignments last 2 yrs)

Adams Media (1-2)
Roost Publishing (1-2)
Reader's Digest/Birds & Blooms (10+)
Globe Pequot Press/Falcon Guides (3-5)

Corporate Client List (# assignments last 2 yrs)

National Wildlife Federation (1-2)
National Park Trust (3-5)

Awards

2013 National Outdoor Book Award

Associations

Society of Environmental Journalism, Children & Nature Network, Master Gardener, Master Naturalist, Garden Writers Association, Wisconsin Environmental Education Association, National Association of Environmental Educators

Other Work History

I've been working as an editor under Reader's Digest for 10 years. This has including blogging, SEO, video work, print articles, online articles, partnerships, contests, and more.

Technical Skills

Video editing (iMovie), content management (Wordpress and other), social media management, newsletters

Computer Skills

Word, Excel, InDesign, Quark, Powerpoint, basic HTML

Equipment

Laptop, digital camera, video capabilities

References

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