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I write poems and prose about the craft of writing. I also offer freelance writing and editing services for a number of content types and industries.

Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, United States

Collaborated with the program director on the administration and oversight of the MFA program. Developed and implemented recruiting strategies under the guidance and in tandem with the director, such as responding to inquiries and meeting with prospective students.Organized and hosted biannual on-campus residencies in tandem with the director, with duties such as booking faculty and guest travel and accommodations; coordinating with PMC staff to secure dorms, linens, security passes, and other necessities; managing the dissemination of workshop manuscripts to workshop instructors and students; taking inventory of, restocking, and managing sales of promotional merchandise and faculty and guest books; hosting evening and graduating student readings; planning and hosting the biannual alumni and student event; supervising and delegating responsibilities to the graduate assistant; arranging student, faculty, and guest dorm room assignments; publishing course descriptions and handouts via Blackboard Open LMS; and creating virtual classrooms for remote residencies via Blackboard Collaborate video conferencing software.Created and implemented advertising campaigns for print and web publication, including print ads, email communications, and social media CPM ads and organic interaction.Coordinated with the director and media department to design ads and publications.Created and published program communications, such as press releases.Edited and produced the program's monthly e-newsletter.Managed the biannual Course Audit Program as part of recruiting strategy.Coordinated the program's presence at conferences and trade shows, including the annual Association of Writers and Writing Programs Conference, Boston Book Festival, and the National Council of Teachers of English Conference.Oversaw and managed community engagement among the program alumni. Developed and implemented an annual fundraiser for need-based scholarships.

Greater Boston Area

Managed writing, editing, delivery, and client service for a higher-education client that contracts with as many as 30 colleges and universities and produces $60,000 Brafton in revenue per month.Oversaw and audits production team resource via custom-built spreadsheets.Developed and verified documentation for writer retention bonuses. Mentored and trained subordinate personnel on professional development, writing craft, editing, and content marketing strategy.Contributed writing craft articles to the company website.Pitched Brafton's product and service offerings over the phone and in person.Vetted new-hire application materials, including resumes, cover letters, writing samples, and writing assessments.Interviewed editorial staff candidates.Coordinated with the chief operating officer to create and launch new spreadsheet-based resources.

Boston, Massachusetts

Led a team of 20 writers and 200 finance, technology, and business clients.Delegated writer assignments.Collaborated with account managers, project managers, and creative directors.Edited and proofed content. Attended sales calls to engage prospects regarding aspects of Brafton's editorial products and content creation process.Pitched Brafton's product and service offerings over the phone and in person.

Chicago

Collaborated with the content manager in the ongoing management of the team.Oversaw content edits for legal issues, accuracy, duplication, and adherence to editorial policies.Coordinated with the content manager to delegate writing and editing duties across the team.Monitored writer and team delivery. Collaborated with account management, editorial team members, and clients to troubleshoot content issues.Ensured the timely upkeep of editorial briefs.Trained and developed staff.Devised appropriate workshops and staff training material on a periodic basis.Assisted with recruitment and new hire training.Led the team in the absence of the content manager.

Led a team of one assistant editor and four writers to manage a 20-client workload and pilot a new organizational structure for Brafton's editorial department.Oversaw the quality and timely production of editorial, graphics, and video content delivered to clients. Coordinated with account managers to maintain client relationships, facilitate upsell opportunities, and alleviate client concerns.Communicated with clients via email, phone, and in-person meetings to maintain the status of their relationships with Brafton, field feedback, and promote additional content for clients.Worked in conjunction with the Chicago senior director of content to plan writer assignments.Relayed updates on the progress of the pilot to the senior director of content during weekly one-on-one meetings. Facilitated the ongoing development of writers.

Assisted the team by editing a high volume and writing a lower-than-standard volume of high-quality, accurate content that met the needs of a given client, delivered in a timely fashion (on deadline, if applicable). Supported the development and maintenance of high editing standards across the department.Fostered editing and writing best practices across the Industry and Finance Desk via monthly emails on spelling, grammar, Associated Press style, and Brafton policies, as well as one-on-one shadowing sessions and discussions.Reported to the Industry and Finance section and associate editors regarding the quality of writing and editing across the desk.Completed monthly plagiarism audits for writers on the desk.

Researched and wrote high-quality, accurate content that met the needs of a given client.Ensured that content was delivered to clients in a timely fashion (on deadline, if applicable).Managed monthly workload independently.Edited the work of peers using Brafton's editing marks and processes.Worked with the account management department to ensure that clients' goals are being achieved.

Chicago

Provided writers with feedback and tools to enhance their writing skills via face-to-face appointments, electronic feedback and online IM sessions. Performed reception duties, including filing, customer service, email and scheduling.Facilitated Writing Groups workshop sessions for adult writers enrolled in the School for New Learning.Served as a Peer Tutor Assistant in the Chicago Advanced Placement Experience (CAPE) Program.Awarded Rookie of the Year in 2012.

Chicago

Hosted a weekly talk and music Internet radio show.

Depaul University, Chicago

Networked with poets nationwide; university staff, faculty and departments; and businesses to promote the goals and events of the organization.Planned events, including readings, member showcases and promotional events. Corresponded with guest speakers, Student Activity Fee (SAF-B) fund administration and university departments for the successful payment of funds for POETS events and guest speakers.Completed application materials for SAF-B funding and grant letters to fund POETS events.

Chicago

Tutored middle school students classified in the "academic middle" in the areas of English literature, grammar, spelling and comprehension. Created weekly lesson plans and a six-week curriculum during the Youth Academic Program Summer Program. Administered pre- and post-tests to evaluate and assess student comprehension and improvement.Chaperoned the students during college visits. Performed clerical duties, including paper and electronic filing, email and fielding parent inquiries.

Master Of Fine Arts In Creative Writing, Poetry

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) Summa Cum Laude, Creative Writing