Experience

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  Mecum Auctions

  • Walworth County, Wisconsin, United States

  • Copy Editor & Writer

    • Aug 2021 - Present
    • Walworth County, Wisconsin, United States

    As a Copy Editor and Writer at Mecum Auctions, I play a pivotal role in shaping the narrative and content that showcases our world-class auctions and collector vehicles. My responsibilities include meticulously editing and crafting engaging, accurate and informative content for various media channels, from auction catalogs and online listings to featured promotional stories, interviews and historical articles. I ensure the clarity and consistency of our message, while also collaborating closely with our team to maintain the highest standards of communication. My role contributes to presenting Mecum Auctions' unique offerings and creating a compelling story for each collection, enhancing the overall auction experience and attracting enthusiasts and collectors alike.

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  Market Street Press

  • Greater Chicago Area

  • Contributing Writer

    • 2014 - Oct 2021
    • Greater Chicago Area

    Writing content covering blues musicians, shows, venues and events. Also reported on community issues in the Chicago/Rockford area.

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  Near North Health Service Corporation

  • Chicago

  • Grant Writer

    • Nov 2018 - Jan 2020
    • Chicago

    As a Grant Writer at NNHSC, I was dedicated to securing over $1 million in vital funding for our organization's mission to provide healthcare services to underserved communities. My responsibilities included researching and identifying grant opportunities, developing compelling grant proposals and collaborating with our team to ensure alignment with our strategic goals. I effectively communicated our organization's impact and needs to grantors, resulting in successful grant acquisitions that significantly contributed to NNHSC's continued growth and ability to serve those in need.

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  Miller Street Recording Studios

  • Chicago, Il

  • Blogging Intern

    • Jan 2015 - Apr 2015
    • Chicago, Il

    Blogging/articles, equipment reviews and informational posts.

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  S.E.E.D.S Literary & Visual Arts Journal (NEIU)

  • Chicago, Il

  • President

    • Aug 2014 - Jan 2015
    • Chicago, Il

    Organizing production of the journal, allocating job roles and duties, creating and managing deadlines, holding monthly meetings, and overseeing editorial staff and content. Visual Arts Editor for Fall 2014 Issue.

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  S.E.E.D.S Literary & Visual Arts Journal

  • Chicago, Il

  • Visual Arts Editor, Editor-In-Chief

    • Aug 2014 - Jan 2015
    • Chicago, Il

    Managing, accepting and editing all mediums (photography, paint, sketch) of visual arts for Fall 2014 Journal. Editing poetry and prose for the journal.

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  The Real Chicago Magazine

  • Chicago, Il

  • Intern - Contributing Writer

    • Apr 2013 - Sep 2013
    • Chicago, Il

    Researching and writing feature articles for restaurants, shops and plays.