--> Published "Robot Mommy," for sale on Amazon--> Current projects include a series of funny books geared toward stubborn early readers, who are too old to enjoy "see spot run," but still need help mastering fundamental phonics

DUTIES:--> Wrote fast-breaking sports news and long-form features under my maiden name (Marissa Payne) in a multimedia environment.--> Engaged a nontraditional sports audience through development of a unique voice, sense of humor and skillful storytelling abilities. --> Formulated and edited headlines and social media content while assuring the continuity and consistency of The Post’s brand.--> Periodically edited colleagues’ work to ensure accuracy of facts and grammar, abiding by AP Style guidelines, as well as specialized language preferences set by The Post. --> Appeared regularly on national and international television and radio stations, including MSNBC, FOX, CBS, NPR, SkyNews and more. ACCOMPLISHMENTS:--> Articles appeared regularly on The Post’s most-read list.--> Spearheaded research and establishment of The Post’s content pertaining to more esoteric sports, including mixed martial arts and curling.--> Promoted to staff writer at The Washington Post within a year after initial hire as editor for the Post’s commuter daily (Express) due to self-starting nature and creative, explanatory storytelling abilities.

DUTIES:--> Established social media branding presence for the gallery on Facebook, Twitter (X) and Instagram. --> Researched, wrote and edited interpretive exhibit label scripts for pieces displayed nationally and internationally, paying special attention to text and typography.--> Collaborated with gallery owners to design exhibition booths.--> Kept detailed records of inventory items, including historical provenance. --> Managed gallery archives, art databases and company website. --> Exercised discretion in managing and expanding art collections of several A-list clients. ACCOMPLISHMENTS:--> Exhibition booths I helped design named Best in Show at both the Winter Antiques Show in New York City, as well as Masterpiece in London, England.

DUTIES:--> Strategized for, edited and proofread written/photographic/video material for an Atlanta-based startup that sought to connect millennials to local restaurants and retail establishments. --> Wrote 10-12 local news articles each week, including many on the area’s best museum exhibitions. --> Collaborated with area artists to produce multimedia content and innovative web features geared toward attracting a millennial audience.--> Advised and directed a national staff of freelance writers and photographers.--> Oversaw the growth of the company’s D.C.-specific social media accounts. ACCOMPLISMENTS:--> Accuracy and attention to detail led management to handpick me out of five other writers to become the National Managing Editor.

--> Wrote stories for World Politics Review, The Smart Set, RUSSIA! Magazine, Culture11, Bostonian, Inside magazine and more.--> Edited and translated labels and exhibition material for Russian art shows, including the Moscow Biennale of Young Art.

--> Lead reporter for trade publication Homeland Defense & Security Monitor and RadWaste Monitor.--> Covered Congress, federal departments and private industry to produce 10-15 articles biweekly.--> Represented publications and company at various national industry conferences.

--> Contributed articles and commentary on current events happening in post-Soviet countries, concentrating on Russian foreign policies.

--> Awarded this merit-based fellowship as a Master's student at Boston University's Institute for the Study of Conflict, Ideology and Policy--> Researched and wrote articles pertaining to Russian foreign policy for The ISCIP Analyst

--> Spearheaded all editorial content for the No. 1 English-language entertainment magazine in Russia.--> Oversaw transition from black-and-white tabloid to full-color glossy magazine.--> Edited very rough text from non-native English speakers.--> Recruited and managed a diverse team of international writers.