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 Years
Book Author
5 Years
Content Editor (online)
5 Years
Specialty
Family, Children & Teenagers
6 Years
Environment & Nature
10 Years
Home & Garden
10 Years
Industries
Magazine - Large Consumer/National magazines
10 Years
Book Publishing Consumer
5 Years
Online/new media
5 Years
Total Media Industry Experience
12 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)
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
I have references available from some of the top editors and social media pros in the industry.
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