Amy Spizzo
Freelance Creative Partner/Copywriter at Various ad agencies & direct clients- Claim this Profile
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Chris Esposito
Amy helped me and my company think differently. As we collaborated on direct mail, Amy's creativity, humor, passion and vision infused new life into concepts. Don't let fear of change or hiring a freelance writer stop you from hiring Amy. You won't regret it based on my experience.
Zachary Carlson
The best way to sum Amy up (if that can be done) is she just gets it. Whether writing a long-form brochure for a new solar energy product or researching, writing and presenting info-graphics for renewable energy, Amy's skills were always flexible enough to handle the client's requirements and pivot as they inevitably changed far too late in a project. As a teammate, Amy has the presence of an agency veteran and brings the sense of humor you need to get through difficult projects. I was always impressed by how thoughtful her work was and how quickly it could get done. If your business could benefit from a writer who’s able to quickly absorb complicated business challenges and turn them into engaging communication, hire Amy.
Chris Esposito
Amy helped me and my company think differently. As we collaborated on direct mail, Amy's creativity, humor, passion and vision infused new life into concepts. Don't let fear of change or hiring a freelance writer stop you from hiring Amy. You won't regret it based on my experience.
Zachary Carlson
The best way to sum Amy up (if that can be done) is she just gets it. Whether writing a long-form brochure for a new solar energy product or researching, writing and presenting info-graphics for renewable energy, Amy's skills were always flexible enough to handle the client's requirements and pivot as they inevitably changed far too late in a project. As a teammate, Amy has the presence of an agency veteran and brings the sense of humor you need to get through difficult projects. I was always impressed by how thoughtful her work was and how quickly it could get done. If your business could benefit from a writer who’s able to quickly absorb complicated business challenges and turn them into engaging communication, hire Amy.
Chris Esposito
Amy helped me and my company think differently. As we collaborated on direct mail, Amy's creativity, humor, passion and vision infused new life into concepts. Don't let fear of change or hiring a freelance writer stop you from hiring Amy. You won't regret it based on my experience.
Zachary Carlson
The best way to sum Amy up (if that can be done) is she just gets it. Whether writing a long-form brochure for a new solar energy product or researching, writing and presenting info-graphics for renewable energy, Amy's skills were always flexible enough to handle the client's requirements and pivot as they inevitably changed far too late in a project. As a teammate, Amy has the presence of an agency veteran and brings the sense of humor you need to get through difficult projects. I was always impressed by how thoughtful her work was and how quickly it could get done. If your business could benefit from a writer who’s able to quickly absorb complicated business challenges and turn them into engaging communication, hire Amy.
Chris Esposito
Amy helped me and my company think differently. As we collaborated on direct mail, Amy's creativity, humor, passion and vision infused new life into concepts. Don't let fear of change or hiring a freelance writer stop you from hiring Amy. You won't regret it based on my experience.
Zachary Carlson
The best way to sum Amy up (if that can be done) is she just gets it. Whether writing a long-form brochure for a new solar energy product or researching, writing and presenting info-graphics for renewable energy, Amy's skills were always flexible enough to handle the client's requirements and pivot as they inevitably changed far too late in a project. As a teammate, Amy has the presence of an agency veteran and brings the sense of humor you need to get through difficult projects. I was always impressed by how thoughtful her work was and how quickly it could get done. If your business could benefit from a writer who’s able to quickly absorb complicated business challenges and turn them into engaging communication, hire Amy.
Credentials
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Illinois-certified makeup artist
Make Up First, LLCJun, 2014- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Various ad agencies & direct clients
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Freelance Creative Partner/Copywriter
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Jun 2007 - Present
On-site or off, I deliver strategic thinking, fresh writing, and a holistic approach for any brand, foundation, or cause-based initiative that believes in the power of creativity to solve business challenges. NDA clients I wish I could tell you about Walden University aha!: Epilepsy Foundation KUZMA& Creative Agency: Carbone pasta sauce 40 North Advocacy: Denver, Aurora & Douglas County Public School Board campaigns Dover Strategy Group: Direct mail programs for Democratic candidates running in State and US Congressional races Chamberlain University Designory: MetLife Razorfish Health: New business STOLEN Spirits: Whiskey & Smoked Rum Payless ShoeSource The Abundancy: US Cellular If Not Now Creative: Bays English Muffins, elevele medical marijuana, Flavor Right Epsilon/Ryan Partnership: New business Zocalo Group: New business Jacobson/Rost: New business; Old Wisconsin Smoked Sausages; Leinenkugel's Marc USA: Payless Shoes Critical Mass: USAA, Illinois Lottery Kemp Goldberg Partners (Portland, ME): BBJ Linen Hanig's Footwear Springboard: Jefferson University VML: BMO Harris Frequency540: Allstate Purple Purse Foundation; Bankers Life; Sunpower; US Cellular Digitas: Sprint GA Communication: Obagi Skin Care McGuffin Creative Group: Cadence Health System VSA Partners: Harley-Davidson; New Business Pitches Draft/FCB: Centocor Ortho Biotech Inc. Lapiz: New Business; Effie Videos The Escape Pod: OfficeMax Sponge: Sears Optical; Call One; Grazie™ app Lakespeed: Bolke Recycling Remedy: Sparrow Health Tris3ct: Alberto-Culver: Nexxus and TRESemmé; Old Style; Kawasaki Momentum Worldwide: Kraft, Nabisco DDB, Chicago: State Farm Jim Beam Global, Deerfield, IL: Canadian Club, Courvoisier, EFFEN, Sauza Tequila, Skinnygirl Margarita, Windsor Canadian Whisky Two by Four, Chicago: Wrangler, Firestone HY Connect, Chicago: Advocate/Good Shepherd Hospital, Indiana University Health Point B Communications, Chicago: Hilton, Milwaukee ChopHouse, InterContinental Hotel Show less
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Leo Burnett
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United States
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Advertising Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Freelance Copywriter
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Mar 2006 - Jun 2007
Wrote TV spots, print campaigns, radio, OOH, guerilla tactics, POS, web content, experiential ideas for global brands. Allstate, AstraZeneca, Chef Boyardee, Kellogg's, McDonald’s, Philip Morris International, Protecting America dot org, Rice Krispies Treats Wrote TV spots, print campaigns, radio, OOH, guerilla tactics, POS, web content, experiential ideas for global brands. Allstate, AstraZeneca, Chef Boyardee, Kellogg's, McDonald’s, Philip Morris International, Protecting America dot org, Rice Krispies Treats
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Corbett Accel Healthcare Group Has Moved!!!
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United States
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Associate Creative Director, VP
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Jul 2003 - Feb 2006
Wrote mostly DTP (direct-to-physician) print and collateral campaign for Bristol Myers-Squibb’s Abilify, a schizophrenia medication which was later indicated for treating Bipolar I Disorder. Also helped launch Baraclude, a treatment for Hepatitis B. Direct-to-consumer effort included writing integrated campaign explaining Medicare Part D benefits to eligible patients and healthcare providers. Other accounts included Abbott, Alcon, Baxter, New Business. Wrote mostly DTP (direct-to-physician) print and collateral campaign for Bristol Myers-Squibb’s Abilify, a schizophrenia medication which was later indicated for treating Bipolar I Disorder. Also helped launch Baraclude, a treatment for Hepatitis B. Direct-to-consumer effort included writing integrated campaign explaining Medicare Part D benefits to eligible patients and healthcare providers. Other accounts included Abbott, Alcon, Baxter, New Business.
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FCB Global
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United States
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Advertising Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Associate Creative Director
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Jun 2001 - Jun 2003
Wrote integrated campaigns for Boeing, Coors, Drano, Gatorade, Glade, John Deere, Kraft, Windex and Ziploc. Helped internal creative recruiter by meeting with junior copywriter candidates to give constructive feedback on their portfolios. Wrote integrated campaigns for Boeing, Coors, Drano, Gatorade, Glade, John Deere, Kraft, Windex and Ziploc. Helped internal creative recruiter by meeting with junior copywriter candidates to give constructive feedback on their portfolios.
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Freelance Senior Copywriter
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Nov 1999 - Sep 2001
The Gap (San Francisco, CA): Gap Kids Creative Alliance (Louisville, KY): Kentucky Tourism BBDO, Chicago: Aleve FCB, Chicago: ADM, Coors, John Deere, IBP, Mattel, New Business Hal Riney, Chicago: Del Webb, New Business EURO/RSCG, Chicago: Math Blaster, Reading Blaster The Gap (San Francisco, CA): Gap Kids Creative Alliance (Louisville, KY): Kentucky Tourism BBDO, Chicago: Aleve FCB, Chicago: ADM, Coors, John Deere, IBP, Mattel, New Business Hal Riney, Chicago: Del Webb, New Business EURO/RSCG, Chicago: Math Blaster, Reading Blaster
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Young & Rubicam
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United States
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Advertising Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Copywriter
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Sep 1998 - Nov 1999
Wrote integrated campaigns for Barilla, Hill’s Science Diet Pet Food, H&R Block, Jim Beam Brands, Kraft, Leinenkugel’s Beer, Monsanto, Sears Wrote integrated campaigns for Barilla, Hill’s Science Diet Pet Food, H&R Block, Jim Beam Brands, Kraft, Leinenkugel’s Beer, Monsanto, Sears
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FCB Chicago
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United States
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Advertising Services
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500 - 600 Employee
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Copywriter
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Oct 1996 - Sep 1998
FCB purchased Bayer Bess Vanderwarker. In addition to the accounts I worked on at BBV, I also wrote TV spots, radio, print, outdoor, POS, events/experiential for ADM, Coors, Drano, Glade, Killian’s Red, Partnership for a Drug-Free America, Windex, New Business FCB purchased Bayer Bess Vanderwarker. In addition to the accounts I worked on at BBV, I also wrote TV spots, radio, print, outdoor, POS, events/experiential for ADM, Coors, Drano, Glade, Killian’s Red, Partnership for a Drug-Free America, Windex, New Business
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Copywriter
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Sep 1995 - Sep 1996
Wrote TV spots, radio campaigns, OOH, POS for Gatorade, Illinois Lottery, Motorola, Museum of Science & Industry, Rainier Beer, New Business Wrote TV spots, radio campaigns, OOH, POS for Gatorade, Illinois Lottery, Motorola, Museum of Science & Industry, Rainier Beer, New Business
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Education
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Miami Ad School Atlanta @ Portfolio Center
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Northern Illinois University
BA, Corporate Communication, English