Experience

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  Benjamin Media Inc.

  • Richfield, Ohio, United States

  • Managing Editor

    • Oct 2005 - Present
    • Richfield, Ohio, United States

    Managing Editor of Solar Builder, starting in 2023, with a special focus on larger utility-scale and commercial and industrial (C&I) solar projects. Managing Editor of North American Energy Pipelines, 2009-2022.

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  Old Time Herald

  • Durham, North Carolina, United States

  • Freelance Writer

    • Nov 2017 - May 2023
    • Durham, North Carolina, United States

    Reviewed albums, books and videos for this quarterly publication dedicated to old-time music and southern traditions.

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  Glory-Beaming Banjo

  • Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area

  • Blog Author

    • Feb 2011 - Apr 2023
    • Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area

    How to learn to stop worrying and love the twang. A journey through old-time music, with a regional focus on the musicians of the Ohio River Valley.

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  Banjo Newsletter

  • Freelance Writer

    • Apr 2012 - Apr 2012

    Wrote profile article on old-time musician and banjo player Riley Baugus for the quarterly Old Time Way section of Banjo Newsletter.

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  AkronLife

  • Akron, Ohio

  • Freelance Writer

    • 2011 - 2012
    • Akron, Ohio

    Wrote feature stories and personal columns for Akron's premier monthly lifestyles publication committed to providing information that enhances and enriches the experience of living in or visiting Akron and the surrounding region of Summit, Portage, Medina and Stark Counties.

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  Kramer Writing Services

  • Editor/Proofreader/Consultant

    • Jan 2000 - Oct 2008

    Provided writing assistance and editing services related to grammar, spelling, punctuation, and general communications.

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  Print Management Partners

  • Hudson, Ohio

  • Proofreader

    • Jan 2005 - Oct 2005
    • Hudson, Ohio

    Copy-edited text and design elements for advertising and other custom publishing concepts. Consulted with graphic designers and client service representatives about creating effective and attractive advertisements.

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  Kent State University - Campus Bus Service

  • Kent, Ohio

  • Operations Supervisor

    • Aug 1998 - May 2004
    • Kent, Ohio

    Oversaw daily operations of student-run transportation service, including preparation and maintenance of bus fleet. Interviewed and trained applicants for dispatch/supervisory positions. Reviewed and updated employee handbooks and manuals.