Experience

St. Benedict's Preparatory School

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Assistant

  • Mar 2015 - Present

  St. Benedict’s Prep prepares boys and girls in and around Newark to fulfill their potential as emotionally mature, morally responsible and well-educated citizens. Operated by the Benedictine monks of Newark Abbey since 1868, St. Benedict’s offers a rigorous curriculum that sharpens the mind, shapes the character and nourishes the spirit. Reporting to the Headmaster and Chief Advancement Officer, summary of responsibilities includes, but not limited to: - manage day-to-day operations of the office - manage schedules and coordinate travel arrangements - manage correspondence and communications - manage department budgets and expense reports - coordinate events and hospitality - contributing writer to community newsletter and marketing collateral - provide social media and website support, including content and design - manage international student exchange program - provide support as needed to teachers and staff - produce graphic designs to meet the sundry needs of Advancement - support the administrative needs of the Board of Trustees and its subcommittees Show less



Freelance Writer and Copy Editor

• Freelance Writer and Copy Editor

  • Sep 2014 - Present

  Freelance writer providing sponsored content and copy to NJ.com/The Star-Ledger. Contributing writer to Jersey's Best at www.jerseysbest.com. I am also available for: marketing and promotional copy, press releases, corporate communications, reporting, web content, biographies, profiles, newsletters, product descriptions, and user/technical manuals. Also happy to edit/proofread for others, including college essays, term papers, and business communications. Visit www.nj.com/towntours for small sampling of current and previous articles. Visit JerseysBest.com for Jersey-focused articles under my byline. Other writing samples furnished upon request. Show less



Elizabeth Destination Marketing Organization

• United States
• Leisure, Travel & Tourism
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Destination Marketing Coordinator

  • Sep 2014 - Mar 2015

  Manage and support relationship with Elizabeth Destination Marketing Organization (EDMO) board members, hotels, the public, the media, and marketing/advertising agencies. In support of EDMO objectives, produce marketing communications and materials, maintain/enhance existing website/media portals and implement strategies to promote the City of Elizabeth. Manage and support relationship with Elizabeth Destination Marketing Organization (EDMO) board members, hotels, the public, the media, and marketing/advertising agencies. In support of EDMO objectives, produce marketing communications and materials, maintain/enhance existing website/media portals and implement strategies to promote the City of Elizabeth.



The Star-Ledger

• United States
• Newspaper Publishing
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Consultant

  • Jan 2007 - Sep 2014

  Provide full-service support to The Star-Ledger Marketing Department. Projects and accomplishments include: Employee Newsletter – Conception, design, development and production of monthly newsletter highlighting the professional and personal lives of employees and delivering corporate announcements. Manage editorial planning for content and layout; write articles; solicit and edit submitted content; attend and report on corporate events; conduct employee interviews and compose biographical articles; design layout; coordinate print; and deliver the product online and in hard copy to 500+ employees. GoElizabethNJ E-Newsletter – Using Constant Contact, research, produce, and deliver monthly e-newsletter to promote the professional and cultural assets of the city of Elizabeth. http://www.goelizabethnj.com/newsletter/ First Night Morris County – In support of this annual event, design and produce the official 16-page program guide according to client specifications. Coordinate print and delivery of 10,000 copies according to deadline. Design and run ads to publicize and solicit participation in various aspects of the event. New Jersey State Governor’s Jefferson Awards – Manage and support efforts to coordinate and host this annual event. Assist in nomination reviews and judging; edit nominations for publication; compose script for the event; assist in planning and hosting award ceremony for 250+ attendees; make necessary travel arrangements. School Newspapers – Design and produce various school newspapers in partnership with The Star-Ledger. Public Relations/Events – In support of sponsored events, write and distribute press releases; attend and assist with hosting, coordination, and customer/client relation efforts. Graphic Design – On an ad-hoc basis, design and produce ads to meet the needs of sponsored clients and events. Copy Edit – Proof and edit newspaper copy; write creative headlines for articles in advertorial special sections. Show less



Sea-Land

• Philippines
• Travel Arrangements

• Application Development Analyst/Documentation Specialist

  • 1985 - 1995

  Developed, implemented and supported corporate email applications; wrote user documentation and training materials; conducted training for global administrators. Developed, implemented and supported corporate email applications; wrote user documentation and training materials; conducted training for global administrators.