Sarah Ashley Email & Phone Number

Chicago, IL, US

Chicago, IL

Greater Chicago Area

Design workshops and events for clients on a case by case basis. Perform weekly comedy shows and workshops year-round. Host engaging, informative events for groups, teams, and companies looking to expand their skills in and out of the workplace.

Telecommute

Pitch and write multiple weekly articles on a variety of topics including pet products, vacation rentals, and mental healthFeature stories include hands-on product testing (“A Cat Lady’s Review of Whisker’s Litter-Robot 4”) and recommendations based on expert input (“Is Human-Grade Dog Food Worth It?”)Update and refresh existing articles based on Google.

Remote

Blog and Mitigation Packet Writer for Criminal Justice Attorney - 2/2020-presentWrite for a criminal justice attorney in Chicago, focusing on mitigating circumstances for clientsMotorola: Punch-Up Script Writer - 8/2020-4/2021Helped Motorola’s writing team make their ad campaigns funnier and more relatableTartle at the Duke: Co-Host and Featured Writer for.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, IL

Taught Level 3 (AP3) Improv SceneworkHelped revamp curriculum for Level 3 in 2016"Sarah made everyone in the class feel seen and listened to. She gave specific, insightful notes, an was not afraid to address tough issues during class discussions." -AP3 Survey, 2017

Chicago, IL

Assist Writer's Studio Program Manager with administrative, marketing, and promotional tasks.Help host in-person and online events for students and community members. Write and manage social media posts and activity.

Chicago, IL

Played on several independent and house improv teams over the course of 10 years. Completed the iO improv training program.

Remote

Pitched and wrote articles about Chicago culture for fast-growing travel and tourism site

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Co-facilitated improv-based workshops for clients in the finance and healthcare industries

Chicago, IL

Managed all social media accounts for JLI. Worked with PR firm on public relations and media efforts. Acted as primary contact between media publications and principal regarding publishing advertisements, articles and interviews. Placed all orders for project items in the firm; made payments on all orders; tracked all orders to ensure timely delivery to.

Remote

Submit article pitches each week to Reductress website editors. Write up any and all articles the editors have selected to appear on the site. Maintain and expand the satirical voice of Reductress as a fake news site for women and their representation in today's media.

Pitch article ideas based on scientific finings or historical events. Write articles chosen by editors and deliver by requested deadlines.

Chicago, IL

Write daily blog content, whitepapers, press releases and e-books for a wide variety of clientele. Conduct interviews with experts and write articles based on findings. Conduct research to provide clients with exceptional content. Familiarity with ERP, cloud, education-based, nonprofit and card-linked loyalty software platforms.

Chicago, IL

Provide administrative support for both a Director and a Project Manager at one of the largest, most prominent architecture firms in the world. Arrange international travel for entire teams including airline tickets, hotel stays, ground transportation and hour-by-hour trip agendas.Maintain schedules and organize multiple calendars in Outlook, working with.

Chicago, IL

Performer on house improv team Blanket Jackson since 2010. Co-creator of and performer in Takin' it to the Beats!, Chicago's only improvised a cappella show which ran continuously for two years.

• Wrote engaging and informative blog entries pertaining to college applications, advice for a successful collegiate career and preparation tools for students.
• Fulfilled the company’s mission to simplify the college search process through positive, witty writing.
• Researched educational institutions and financial aid programs. Utilized SEO knowledge to enhance website traffic.

Chicago, IL

• Answered main phone line, directed steady stream of calls throughout the company, and greeted clients at the front desk.
• Explained the consignment and bidding processes in detail to auction participants.
• Offered tech support for the company website over the phone and via email.
• Registered bidders and accepted payments on auction days in a fast-paced, high-intensity bidding environment.
• Placed orders for all office supplies to ensure the business ran smoothly. Worked with accounting to budget orders.
• Compiled and sent press packets and marketing materials to prospective buyers and consignors. Acted as the primary contact for catalogue orders and subscriptions.

Chicago, IL

• Drafted cease and desist letters to persons infringing upon our clients' trademarked intellectual property. Drafted letters to clients alerting them of impending deadlines for trademark renewals and applications.
• Compiled and organized client documents to create more efficient client files.
• Conducted research on potential third party infringements. Answered the main phone line and directed calls to attorneys.
• Participated in firm Marketing Committee meetings on how to reach a wider client base and improve client relationships.

Ann Arbor, MI

• Offered help navigating the Women's Fashion department and its inventory to customers in a friendly manner.
• Kept all merchandise organized and determined the layout of new merchandise on the floor and in display windows.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Journalism

Certificate, Creative Nonfiction Writing, Completed

Activities and Societies: Writer's Studio Student Board, 2016-2020Completed a certificate in creative nonfiction writing at the Graham.

Bfa Theatre Performance, Theatre

Activities and Societies: Witt's End Improv, Basement Arts

Levels 1 - 5B, Improvisation

Education record

Ap1-Ap5, Improvisation