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I am a freelance writer, copywriter, and ghost writer. My work has appeared in The New Hampshire, Herbs for Health, Herb Quarterly, Pioneer Thinking, The Dollar Stretcher, and much more. I maintain several blogs and websites as well as my own newsletter. I am also the Mediterranean Cuisine expert for Suite101.com, the Corresponding Editor for All Info About Germany and a City Reporter,Girls Guide to City Life. Please see resume for more information.

RESUME

CAREER FOCUS

Copywriter, Ghost writer

EXPERIENCE SUMMARY

* Experienced in writing feature articles, short stories, essays, press releases, research reports, creative ad copy, and website copy
* Strong technical command of the English language; familiarity with virtually all writing styles; serious commitment to excellence in the printed and published word.
* Competent researcher, interviewer, and reporter.
* Write, edit, and rewrite copy with a strong focus on creativity and individuality.

EDUCATION

B.A., English - University of New Hampshire, Durham, New Hampshire- 1999
Diploma of Herbal Studies, Australasian College of Health Sciences- 2004

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Owner, Persuasive Words – Creative Copywriting

* Work with businesses to develop creative advertising copy.
* Write, edit, and rewrite copy with a strong focus on creativity and individuality.
* Perform all business related tasks including own marketing and PR.
* Competent in all forms of advertising, marketing, and PR including press releases, sales letter, website copy, and advertising.
10/04 - Present

Writer, Freelance

* Creatively pitch ideas to obtain assignments.
* Write articles and essays on various topics, adapting writing style to suite the publication and subject.
* Utilize research and interview skills to enhance writing.
* Continually perfect and practice writing skills.
* Ability to meet deadlines.
1/02- Present

LIST OF PUBLICATIONS

* The New Hampshire- University newspaper
* The Dollar Stretcher
* Pioneer Thinking
* Garden and Hearth
* Brady Magazine
* Pedestal Magazine
* Absolute Write
* Fine Tuning
* Herbs for Health
* Herb Quarterly
* Transitions Abroad

FREELANCE PROJECTS

City Reporter- http://www.girlsguidetocitylife.com/boston, Boston representative
* Post site content using moveable type.
* Ensure content meets specification provided by Girl At Play productions.
* Visit and review selected city locations.
* Develop and write all site content.
* Provide own pictures using a high quality digital camera.
7/05- Present

Natural Life E-zine-
* Develop and write all content.
* Design newsletter interface.
* Procure advertising.
6/05- Present

Corresponding Editor- germany.allinfoabout.com
* Develop site using Dreamweaver and basic HTML.
* Develop and write all content.
* Ensure that site meets specifications outlined by All Info About.
* Develop and print newsletter on a timely schedule.

Persuasive Words Blog- http://persuasivewords.blogspot.com
* Modify site using basic HTML
* Develop and write all content on a timely schedule.
* Procure advertising and organize affiliate marketing.

Living Naturally Blog- http://livingnaturally.blogspot.com
* Modify site using basic HTML
* Develop and write all content on a timely schedule.
* Procure advertising and organize affiliate marketing.
* Develop and send newsletter on a timely schedule.

Katherine Cooks Blog- http://katherinecooks.blogspot.com
* Modify site using basic HTML
* Develop and write all content on a timely schedule.
* Procure advertising and organize affiliate marketing.

Computer Skills
Dreamweaver * Microsoft Word * Microsoft Publisher * Adobe Photoshop * Microsoft Excel, Access, and Powerpoint * Basic HTML * Basic Dreamweaver

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