Experience SummaryExperienced in writing feature articles, a blog, short stories, novels, biographies, essays, editorial pieces, press releases, research reports, and creative print/ ad copy. Well versed in copyediting, /editing of interviews, and proofreading, as assistant editor for a business periodical. Strong technical command of the English language; familiarity with virtually all writing styles; serious commitment to excellence in the printed and published word. Competent researcher, interviewer, and reporter.Professional Experience Assistant Editor – BlackHand Publishing, Detroit, MI June 2002, / PresentEdit, rewrite, and proofread all articles for Detroit’s leading business periodical, a bi-weekly publication targeting entrepreneurs.Work with guest writers (many of whom have no formal training in writing) to organize and refine articles. Professional in copywriting and advertising layout. Writer, editor - Webook.com, Mountain View, CA March 2006, / PresentWrote short stories, newsletter as intern Developed contacts with city officials, congressmen, and business leaders.Monitored newswire for local groundbreaking stories and developed angles. Accompanied reporters on assignments. Operated equipment (digital cameras, reel-to-reel tape, switchboard, and computers).Editorial Staff – Writing.com Inc., June 2002, / Present Completed editorial internship with publication. Exposure included various aspects of publication. Developed contacts with writers and PR firms. Worked with company during its transition from black and white to full color. Authored several columns and covered a variety of writing assignments. Additionally assisted with editorial functions including final editing.Computer Skills WordPerfect • Microsoft Word • PageMaker • Ventura Publisher • IBM and Microsoft SystemsSpecialties: Journalism, Fiction Writing (Urban Fiction Writing), Publishing, Photography, Editing,