Responsible for developing and implementing the Civic Federation’s internal and external communications strategy. Oversee all media and public relations and create content for the Federation’s outreach efforts.Coordinate and implement the Civic Federation’s internal and external communications. Manage the release of Civic Federation reports and position statements, including drafting of all press releases. Ensure that the Federation’s research products reach key stakeholders via print, broadcast and social media. Proofread and edit all research products. Produce, write and edit the Civic Federation’s Annual Report and monthly newsletters. Direct updates of the Civic Federation website and periodic upgrades. Assist in the planning and coordination of the Civic Federation’s major special events including oversight of speechwriting and video production.

I am a freelance writer covering women's issues, arts and culture, and more.

Worked in the Office of Marketing and Communications. Managed, developed, wrote, edited, and fact-checked content for multiple university communications across platforms including print, email, web, and social media to support the university's visibility, brand awareness, and admission goals.Liaised with internal university clients, developing and coordinating strategic communications, and worked with Marketing & Communications colleagues to leverage content for various web, print, and social media outlets.Served as features editor of Illinois Tech magazine and managing editor of Big Picture magazine.

Oversaw communications, budgeting, administrative, and event-planning activities for the Department of Humanities.Developed communication materials that promoted the Humanities department within the Lewis College of Human Sciences and across campus. Created and coordinated publicity pieces for department events and activities, as well as undergrad, grad, alumni and faculty news. Planned, wrote, and edited content for the department website, advertisements, posters, newsletters, printed marketing materials, and the department's social media presence.Oversaw the department's operating budget, handled all procurement, and performed human resources-related tasks including overseeing the hiring process for instructors each semester. Managed undergraduate and graduate office staff on a variety of departmental support tasks. Managed the planning and execution of annual department events including commencement, the writing contest awards, and women's history month celebration. Directed the annual writing contest and its corresponding awards ceremony, and managed the creation and publication of an annual book composed of the winning entries from the contest.

Taught writing courses for the Department of Humanities including HUM 200: Feminism, LIT 380: Creative Nonfiction, and LIT 411: Workshop in Creative Writing.Designed original syllabi, assignments, and class materials for all.

Founded the volunteer-led chapter with the mission of raising funds for UN Women's programs and educating the public on global women’s issues. Presided over Chicago chapter meetings and oversaw the work of all directors. Served as the chapter’s liaison to the National Board, and ensured chapter initiatives aligned with national objectives.Worked with the Chicago board to plan and execute events and activities including panels, fundraisers, and membership events.Edited communications including e-blasts, press releases, donation requests, and advocacy letters. Co-managed the Chicago chapter’s website and social media presence.Served as a member of the UN Women USA National Board from March 2016 to May 2018. Acted as the National Board’s liaison to all chapter presidents across the United States, leading regular conference calls of the presidents to share updates and best practices.Received the inaugural Andrea Harris Award for Service from the Chicago Board of Directors in April 2018, in recognition of my work on behalf of the chapter.Served in the Vice-President role from Feb. to July, 2014, before becoming President.

Oversaw communications, budgeting, and event-planning responsibilities for the Department of Social Sciences. Oversaw the department's operating budget and handled all procurement. Planned, wrote, and edited content for the department website, printed marketing materials, and social media presence. Coordinated the department's annual commencement ceremony. Managed undergraduate and graduate office staff on a variety of departmental support tasks.

Wrote informational/marketing materials and email blasts; created and edited website content; led in the management of WGEP's social media presence; supported the planning of a major annual fundraiser; researched prospective donors; conducted outreach to donors; researched/inquired about grant opportunities.

Conducted research and literature reviews; provided report writing and editing assistance; updated and maintained the Urban Transportation Center website.Aided in the preparation of a major federal grants proposal for a UTC-led research consortium; wrote and coordinated the spring/summer UTC 2013 newsletter; helped process job applications.Research including: high-speed rail feasibility in Illinois/the Midwest (commissioned by IDOT); transit value capture in the U.S.; a Canadian National Railway study on railroad grade separation; international fuel prices; and China’s infrastructure investments.

Provided communications support to the Regional Administrator: drafted speeches and presentations; wrote memos and internal, region-wide emails, as well as news updates for GSA’s national email newsletter; took meeting minutes.Conducted outreach to municipalities and organizations for the purpose of planning roundtable discussions with the RA; represented the RA at internal and external meetings and events.Planned and executed a successful multi-agency breast cancer awareness lunch event to encourage employee engagement.

Reported on county government and health care in Hancock County, Ohio, working with elected officials, government, health systems and nonprofit administrators.Multitasked to ensure thorough, accurate and objective coverage of area news. Shot video for the Web and blogged on pop culture.Received 2nd Place, among newspapers of comparable circulation size, in the “Breaking News” category of the Associated Press Society of Ohio’s 2011 awards.

Reported on education and other local news.

Covered two Waseca County school districts, the local hospital system, and arts and cultural events, working with education administrators, healthcare workers and community leaders.Took photos to accompany articles and for online photo galleries.Received two competitive internal company awards.

Wrote multiple pieces related to the Chicago Triathlon as well as a feature story on fitness trends in health clubs that ran in Windy City Sports and was used as a cover story for the magazine's sister publication, Rocky Mountain Sports.

Edited articles; fact-checked and copyedited magazine pages.

Taught several sections of undergraduate English courses including English Composition, Introduction to Poetry, and Technical Writing.

Assisted an editor in the editing of scholarly book manuscripts; made editors’ and authors’ changes to manuscripts using Microsoft Word.

Oversaw meetings of the literary magazine staff; created promotional materials for meetings and events; copyedited accepted submissions for publication; aided in the planning and presentation of the school’s annual literary festival.

Supported editors by reading poetry and nonfiction submissions and providing feedback; helped process submissions; copyedited submissions for publication.

Covered campus news, health and entertainment for my college newspaper.