Experience

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  Wordmeister Pr And Marketing, Mt. Prospect, Il

  • Copywriter

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  Wordmeister PR and Marketing, Mt. Prospect, IL

  • Copywriter

    • Oct 2005 - Present

    All media copywriter specializing in food service, entertainment, and related industries. Press release composition and placement specialist. Heavy background in film/video production, tabletop TV spots, and b2b communications.

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  BIG AD Agency, Chicago, IL

  • Freelance Copywriter

    • Aug 2001 - May 2006

    Wrote taglines and testimonials for direct mail and public awareness campaigns. Researched and wrote e-newsletter on small business tax strategies. Rewrote agency principal bios. Assisted creative director with concept feedback and development, client liaison functions, and account management.

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  Northwest Biofeedback Center, Schaumburg, Illinois

  • Copywriter / Marketing Consultant

    • Oct 2005 - Apr 2006

    Created and implemented comprehensive advertising and PR campaign for alternative health care service provider including; website, print, radio, on-screen, signage, and retail exposure. Hired web designer, interviewed parents/patients, developed case studies, wrote all copy and acquired all images, worked with back-end developer, negotiated all media placements and time buys.

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  MarKay Dog Training, Chicago, IL

  • Writer- Producer- Director

    • May 1999 - Sep 1999

    Produced 20 minute dog training video for award winning nationally recognized dog breeder and trainer. Worked with client to write and develop script. Hired cameraman and video equipment (Betacam SP), coordinated field production, supervised non-linear editing (AVID), sound dubbing, and post-production. Acted as client-vendor liaison from concept through duplication.

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  Peter Elliott Productions, Chicago, IL

  • Film Production Technician

    • Aug 1994 - May 1998

    Provided on-set technical, lighting, and production support for high-end motion control tabletop director. Set up and lit scenes, operated video assist and playback systems,dimmer boards, and camera dollies. Coordinated efforts with SFX director, crew, and food stylists. Maintained electrical integrity of stages and lighting equipment.