Amy Kapp Email & Phone Number

Virginia, United States

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Develop and Oversee Rails to Trail's Conservancy's national editorial strategy and storytelling for our print and online platforms:- Editor-in-Chief, Rails to Trails magazine- Editor of national TrailBlog- Editorial director for Rails to Trails' national Rail-Trail Guidebook series (15 books to date), overseeing content development, editorial processes and.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Manage Rails-to-Trail's Conservancy's nationwide editorial strategy and online storytelling platforms, with a focus on trail use, health, active transportation, environmental protection, social equity,and economic impact:- Editor-in-Chief, Rails to Trails magazine- Editor of national TrailBlog- Editor for Rails to Trails' Rail-Trail Guidebook series.

Ashburn, VA

- Write nationally relevant feature stories, department segments and profiles focused on green space development, sustainability, park operations and urban park systems for approximately six to eight monthly issues per year.- Research topics and identify sources for articles; interview content experts for stories and profiles. Identify, research and draft.

Northern Virginia/D.C. Area

Specializing in editorial and copywriting, editing and multimedia content for mission-based corporations and nonprofit organizations in the environmental, educational and cultural industries. Recent clients include: National Recreation and Park Association, Parks & Recreation Magazine, the Society of Interventional Radiology, ESI International, American.

Ashburn, VA

Positioned NRPA as a national authority on parks and conservation through the development and implementation of media plans and member/public engagement initiatives. Served as a regular contributor to Parks & Recreation Magazine. Served as managing editor for the weekly industry brief (12,000 distribution) and monthly e-newsletter (11,000 distribution)..

Philadelphia, PA

Positioned YouthBuild as a flagship alternative degree program for high school dropouts. Established and maintained a local and national media presence through the development/implementation of strategic communications initiatives. Wrote feature articles and announcements for publication in newsletters and news outlets. Planned and executed regular ribbon.

Ashburn, VA

Managed the NRPA National Awards and National Gold Medal Awards, recognizing the country’s leaders in parks and recreation, and served as a liaison for applicants, judging committees and corporate sponsors. Served as the scriptwriter for award ceremonies. Wrote all copy for promotional materials, Web pages and press releases (A.P. Style).

Pittsburgh, PA

Managed the third phase of the greenpittsburgh.net project, a cultural web map for the 11-county, southwest Pennsylvania region. Developed written/visual/geographic content and interactive features. Served as a liaison for funders, content contributors and vendors.

Pittsburgh, PA

Pittsburgh, PA

Coordinated and publicized career fairs (in Pittsburgh and Washington, D.C.), career/financial aid workshops and professional speakers.

Master Of Public Communication, Entertainment Communication

Specialization: Entertainment communication and the affects television and mass media on American culture. Thesis: The Propaganda of Pope.

Master Of Public And International Affairs, Economic And Social Development/Environmental Management

Bachelor Of Arts, Economics W/ Minor In Theater

Activities and Societies: - Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society - Who's Who Among American College Students - Acting & Dance - Campus Court.