Experience

Delta Township District Library

• United States
• Libraries
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Adult Services Assistant

  • Nov 2019 - Present

  Under the supervision of the Adult Services Librarian, exercises various library skills, providing patrons with technical assistance in library operations and materials use. Performs a variety of reference desk duties, assisting patrons with various questions, preparing displays and assisting in the development of library programs. Additionally, may be responsible for specific segments of library service, specializing in designated areas. Under the supervision of the Adult Services Librarian, exercises various library skills, providing patrons with technical assistance in library operations and materials use. Performs a variety of reference desk duties, assisting patrons with various questions, preparing displays and assisting in the development of library programs. Additionally, may be responsible for specific segments of library service, specializing in designated areas.



Freelance Writing

• Writer

  • 2012 - Present



Mackinac State Historic Parks

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Artist-in-Residence

  • Jul 2021 - Jul 2021

  During the residency period, I wrote and edited several poems for my upcoming Mackinac Island poetry collection, Upon a Shoreline Exile. In addition, I presented a reading and workshop at the Mackinac Island State Park Visitors Center. During the residency period, I wrote and edited several poems for my upcoming Mackinac Island poetry collection, Upon a Shoreline Exile. In addition, I presented a reading and workshop at the Mackinac Island State Park Visitors Center.



Rev

• United States
• Internet Publishing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Transcriptionist

  • Apr 2019 - Nov 2019

  Created written records of audio and video recordings, meetings and live conversations. Provided clients with clear formatting, easy-to-read content, sharp editing skills and typing accuracy. Created written records of audio and video recordings, meetings and live conversations. Provided clients with clear formatting, easy-to-read content, sharp editing skills and typing accuracy.



Capital Area District Libraries

• United States
• Libraries
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Online Content/Social Media and PR Coordinator

  • Jan 2015 - Nov 2018

  Under the supervision of the Marketing Director, the Online Content Coordinator is responsible for management and creation of online content, development and implementation of social media strategies, and assisting the Marketing Director in a wide variety of projects.•Develops CADL's social media and online marketing•Creates and manages content for CADL's website and social media •Maintains, schedules, and edits CADL blogsCoordinates CADL's BookSleuth LIVE monthly online events•Creates announcements and press releases for print and electronic media outlets•Writes and proofreads as required, including news spots, scripts, blogs, and related materialsShoots photos and video clips of library events•Coordinates interviews between CADL staff and media outlets•Sends out event listings and announcements to media outlets

• Library Assistant

  • Mar 2014 - Jan 2015

  Under the supervision of a Library Head or Public Services Head, exercises various library skills, providing patrons with technical assistance in library operations and materials use. Performs a variety of reference/circulation desk duties, assisting patrons with various questions, preparing displays and assisting in the development of library programs. Additionally, may be responsible for specific segments of library service, specializing in designated areas.• Assists at the public services desk preparing for opening and closing, aids patrons in library and on the phone answering reference and routine questions, processing materials being checked in and out using the automated circulation system.• Assists patrons requesting technical assistance in the use and location of reference and general reading materials using on line public catalog, reference materials, databases, Internet, and other print/electronic sources.• Receives and processes Interloan requests, compiling necessary information for Interloan department to process.• Checks in materials and notifies patrons of arrivals and/or prepares returning and outgoing materials to be transferred to the Interloan department.• Assists in preparing and setting up displays, exhibits and bulletin boards to maintain an informative and attractive physical setting in the branch.• Contributes to library blogs and staff picks. Participates in BookSleuth LIVE events.• Makes changes in item records as needed.• Updates and replaces periodic publications.• Assists in shelving library materials as needed.• Attends various seminars, conferences and workshops.• Maintains building security, assuring that windows and doors are locked at the end of the business day.• Supervises the work of library pages.• Perform various duties of the Branch Head, filling in during the individual’s absence.



Lansing Community College

• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Staff Peer Writing Assistant

  • Jul 2012 - Jan 2015

  Staff Peer Writing Assistants work directly with students (both face-to-face and on-line via D2L), one-on-one and in small groups, to assist with writing projects in all areas of the curriculum and at any stage in the writing process. Secondary job duties include: increasing work hours near the end of the semester to accommodate increased student traffic, attending and leading monthly staff meetings, and assisting with training and informally mentoring new staff. Other job duties, including light clerical work, are occasionally assigned.• Provide class orientations to Writing Center as needed• Explain the Writing Center’s mission to new students, as well as mentor students who regularly request sessions throughout the semester• Facilitate online tutoring appointments• Work collaboratively with coworkers to participate in staff meetings, as well as lead a meeting every semester• As needed, cover for front-desk receptionist, including answering incoming phone calls, scheduling student appointments, and checking students in and out of current appointments• Assist with training new student employees in appropriate tutoring philosophy and practice• Assist students of all ages and learning abilities with brainstorming for ideas, outlines, topic selection, rough draft, final draft, and polishing of writing assignments• Work with a diverse range of students, including developmental, international, ESL, returning, and dual enrollment• Guide students using computer software tools like Microsoft Office suite as well as educational software such as Banner, D2L



Writing and Editing

• United Kingdom
• Writing and Editing
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Editor

  • Jun 2012 - Mar 2014

  Editor for novels including Squire Song by Robert Edwards and Bulldog Blues by David Olds. Editor for novels including Squire Song by Robert Edwards and Bulldog Blues by David Olds.