Self-starting writer and editor with more than 25 years experience in Journalism and related fields. Published in newspapers, magazines and several online sites. Developed interpersonal skills that allowed interviews and connections with a variety of people from different socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, from coaches to athletes to students to children. Computer savvy, publishing aware, able to plan, produce and publish magazines, brochures and newspapers. Able to write clear and effective copy that maintains reader interest while conveying important points. Also can self-produce, edit and publish videos on any number of topics, either by filming others or by interviewing others. Covered almost every major national and international sporting events, from Super Bowl to Olympics to Wimbledon to MLB and NBA playoffs.Work well with people, a product of a social workplace the past 25 years. Work quickly and completely. Have mastered art of deadline work, and the art of compressing and distilling a lot of information into a readable, understandable magazine or newspaper story. Excellent networking skills with a variety of people who have a variety of interests. Well aware of and able to use social networking on the internet. Able to work together and independently on projects. Able to work with others, and to bring people together.Specialties: PublishingWritingEditingCommunicationsWork well and easily on tight deadlinesVideo production, editing and interviewingHeadline writingPublic speakingSocial mediaProfessional presentationsManaging a staff