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I’m a creative and versatile copy editor, video editor and photographer with extensive experience crafting content for print, web, social and video platforms. I have a discerning eye for detail and a strong sense of visual composition, enabling me to deliver high-quality work quickly and accurately.
I’m proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, Lightroom and Photoshop, and I collaborate with teams to optimize content across print, web and video channels.
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Work Experience
Video Editor / Videographer at Various Nonprofits
September 1, 2024 - PresentProduce and edit high-impact videos for nonprofit organizations including the Gathering of Southeast Wisconsin, the American Red Cross of Wisconsin, Prevent Blindness Wisconsin and Willow Creek Ranch to spotlight key events, promote organizations' missions, engage volunteers and drive awareness.
Copy Editor at NTVB Media
July 1, 2021 - PresentEdit and improve content for entertainment magazines including TV Weekly, ReMIND, Channel Guide and OnDISH. Proofread articles, TV listings, show summaries, trivia, puzzles and more for accuracy, style, grammar and editorial guidelines. Research print and online sources to obtain data, verify facts and clarify information regarding TV programming.
Copy Editor at Optimized Scribes
March 1, 2019 - August 1, 2024Elevated the quality and impact of blogs and website copy for premier clients including Expedia, Indeed and many others. Proofread content to ensure proper grammar and accuracy as well as conformity to client style guides, including language variations and formatting. Rewrote copy as necessary to improve flow, engagement and readability.
Video Editor / Photojournalist at WFRV - TV Channel 5
June 1, 2009 - December 1, 2009Edited local and national stories and packages for morning newscasts utilizing Avid NewsCutter software. Operated mobile news truck and camera for remote live broadcasts. Shot and edited spot news footage as needed. Set up equipment to capture video from national feeds, remote bureau and live trucks.
Video Editor at Belson/Hanwright Video
December 1, 2007 - March 1, 2009Produced comprehensive instructional video series for home healthcare professionals, enhancing technical proficiency and the safe operation of specialized medical equipment. Converted analog media to digital format, creating interactive DVDs to enhance engagement and understanding. Designed titles, graphics and other features.
Visual Effects Editor at Stan Winston Studio
September 1, 2006 - March 1, 2007Assembled daily video edits of visual effects shots for the 2007 horror film The Deaths of Ian Stone for review by producers and director, located both locally and overseas. Led archival project to digitize and catalog years of behind-the-scenes footage from analog tapes for movies including The Terminator, Aliens and Jurassic Park.
Post- Production Assistant at MTV Networks
February 1, 2005 - July 1, 2006Transcribed raw video footage for the MTV reality show The Real World to highlight major plot points and assist story department in assembling episodes. Imported B-roll, additional audio and music clips into rough edits for a number of shows using Final Cut Pro. Digitized footage for the E! Network show The Simple Life to prepare for editing.
Web Producer / DVD Programmer at Ring of Fire Studios
March 1, 2004 - February 1, 2005Produced web and DVD content to showcase achievements of visual effects studio across linear TV, commercial and feature film sectors. Encoded video, designed menus and programmed promotional DVDs, including creating insert and label artwork. Managed company website and posted new clips regularly to promote studio’s latest work.
Website Editor at Green Bay Press-Gazette
March 1, 2000 - September 1, 2003Developed, managed and produced multimedia content for daily newspaper's websites, including GreenBayPressGazette.com and PackersNews.com. Shot and edited photos and videos for news stories and special events. Spearheaded expansion of PackersNews.com to add audio and video clips, online chats and other features to increase user interaction.
Copy Editor / Assistant News Editor at Green Bay Press-Gazette
February 1, 1995 - March 1, 2000Edited and refined newspaper content to meet high standards of grammar, accuracy, clarity and consistency. Designed pages using QuarkXPress. Managed a team of six editors and approved all stories for publication. Directed a comprehensive newspaper redesign, including new fonts, prototype development and production of an illustrated style guide.
Education
Video Editing Certificate at American Graphics Institute
March 1, 2024 - March 1, 2024Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mass Communication with Minor in History at University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 1994Qualifications
Video Editing Certificate
March 1, 2024 - March 1, 2024Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services
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