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I am an experienced writer, editor and marketing professional based in Austin, Texas. Over the years, I have contributed extensively to music journalism, construction industry publications, and a wide range media outlets, blending my expertise in writing with my passion for popular entertainment and culture as well as news, features and reviews on a variety of topics. I’ve worked both independently and with major organizations, always striving to craft compelling stories and strategic communications.
My career spans decades of freelancing and senior editorial roles, including Founding Editor of the online magazine Best Classic Bands.com. I am dedicated to supporting creatives and brands through engaging publicity and marketing strategies while continuing to contribute meaningfully to the arts and media sectors. My marketing communications work includes freelance work for such companies within the Fortune 500 as 3M. NBC and CBS as well as industry leaders and independent entrepreneurs.
I deliver clean, concise, engaging and persuasive copy on a timely basis.
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Language
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Work Experience
Founding Editor at Best Classic Bands.com
December 31, 2016 - August 26, 2025Led editorial direction and content creation for Best Classic Bands.com, providing news, features, and interviews related to classic rock music from 2014 to 2016.
Senior Writer/Editor at Austin Post.org
December 31, 2013 - August 26, 2025Produced in-depth articles, news coverage, and editorial pieces for the online news platform covering Austin and related topics between 2012 and 2013.
Senior Correspondent at Texas Construction / McGraw Hill
December 31, 2010 - August 26, 2025Reported on construction industry news, trends, and developments for Texas Construction magazine published by McGraw Hill from 2005 to 2010.
Publicity Writer at Shock Ink
January 1, 2005 - PresentDeveloped publicity materials, press releases, and promotional content for entertainment clients from 2005 to 2023, enhancing media exposure.
Consultant/Staff Writer/Marketing Director at Texas Music Group
December 31, 2005 - August 26, 2025Provided consulting, content creation, and led marketing efforts supporting Texas Music Group's operations between 1998 and 2005.
Editor at Texas House of Representatives / Office of Bill Analysis
December 31, 2000 - August 26, 2025Session employment in 1999-2000, editing and analyzing legislative content for the Texas House of Representatives.
Radio Columnist & Reporter/Freelance Contributor at Austin American-Statesman
December 31, 1997 - August 26, 2025Produced radio columns and reports, along with freelance contributions in various topics ranging from music to news.
Editor/Issue Designer at Experience Austin magazine
December 31, 1997 - August 26, 2025Edited content and designed magazine issues focusing on the Austin area between 1996 and 1997.
Senior Editor/Senior Writer at Austin Chronicle
December 31, 1995 - August 26, 2025Senior editorial and writing duties for the Austin Chronicle newspaper from 1991 to 1995, covering music and cultural topics.
Panels Planning Team Member / Sales Manager at South By Southwest
December 31, 1991 - August 26, 2025Collaborated in planning event panels and managed sales efforts at the South By Southwest Festival from 1989 to 1991.
Owner at RPM Public Relations
December 31, 1988 - August 26, 2025Owned and operated a public relations agency in New York City from 1985 to 1988, providing PR services to entertainment clients.
East Coast Account Manager at Jensen Communications
December 31, 1985 - August 26, 2025Managed East Coast accounts for Jensen Communications in Los Angeles, focusing on client relations and communications between 1983 and 1985.
Staff Writer at PolyGram Records
December 31, 1983 - August 26, 2025Created written content and publicity materials for PolyGram Records during 1982 to 1983.
Staff Writer/Publicist at Howard Bloom Organization
December 31, 1982 - August 26, 2025Produced writing and publicity for Howard Bloom Organization between 1980 and 1982.
Syndicated Entertainment Columnist & Writer at United Media (United Feature Syndicate / Newspaper Enterprises Association)
December 31, 1983 - August 26, 2025Wrote and syndicated entertainment and pop culture columns, distributing content to over 1,000 newspapers across North America from 1977 to 1983.
Freelance Writer/Editor
January 1, 1976 - PresentFreelance writing and editing services across multiple industries and publications from 1976 to present.
Director of Educational Media at Colgate University Education Department
December 31, 1975 - August 26, 2025Directed educational media projects at Colgate University between 1974 and 1975.
Founding Editor at Best Classic Bands.com
December 31, 2016 - August 26, 2025Led editorial development and content leadership for an online music publication focused on classic bands and music history, overseeing editorial direction and production from 2014 to 2016.
Senior Writer/Editor at Austin Post.org
December 31, 2013 - August 26, 2025Produced news, features, and editorial content focused on cultural and music events in Austin, contributing to the growth of the publication between 2012 and 2013.
Senior Correspondent at Texas Construction / McGraw Hill
December 31, 2010 - August 26, 2025Reported on construction industry news, projects and trends for a leading publishing group, providing in-depth coverage from 2005 to 2010.
Publicity Writer at Shock Ink
December 31, 2023 - August 26, 2025Developed publicity content and press materials for clients primarily in Los Angeles, successfully managing PR writing assignments over a long tenure from 2005 to 2023.
Consultant/Staff Writer/Marketing Director at Texas Music Group
December 31, 2005 - August 26, 2025Managed marketing and wrote content for multiple music industry clients, supporting branding and promotional efforts in Austin's music sector from 1998 through 2005.
Editor at Texas House of Representatives/Office of Bill Analysis
December 31, 2000 - August 26, 2025Provided editing and analysis support for legislative session work in Austin during the 1999-2000 session as a session-based job.
Radio Columnist & Reporter / Freelance Contributor at Austin American-Statesman
December 31, 1997 - August 26, 2025Wrote radio columns, entertainment reports, and freelanced for this major newspaper in Austin from 1995 to 1997, covering a variety of topics including music and culture.
Editor/Issue Designer at Experience Austin magazine
December 31, 1997 - August 26, 2025Designed magazine issues and contributed editorial direction for this Austin-based lifestyle publication from 1996 to 1997.
Senior Editor/Senior Writer at Austin Chronicle
December 31, 1995 - August 26, 2025Led editorial and writing projects at an influential Austin alternative weekly newspaper between 1991 and 1995.
Panels Planning Team Member / Sales Manager at South By Southwest
December 31, 1991 - August 26, 2025Contributed to event programming and sales management for this major Austin music and media festival from 1989 to 1991.
Owner at RPM Public Relations
December 31, 1988 - August 26, 2025Operated a PR firm in New York City managing client publicity and marketing services from 1985 to 1988.
East Coast Account Manager at Jensen Communications
December 31, 1985 - August 26, 2025Handled key accounts for this communications company based in Los Angeles from 1983 to 1985.
Staff Writer at PolyGram Records
December 31, 1983 - August 26, 2025Produced written content for this major music label in New York City from 1982 to 1983.
Staff Writer/Publicist at Howard Bloom Organization
December 31, 1982 - August 26, 2025Wrote and managed publicity materials for this New York based organization from 1980 to 1982.
Syndicated Entertainment Columnist & Writer at United Media (United Feature Syndicate/Newspaper Enterprises Association)
December 31, 1983 - August 26, 2025Created widely syndicated music column and pop culture entertainment content distributed to hundreds of newspapers across North America from 1977 to 1983.
Freelance Writer/Editor
January 1, 1976 - PresentVarious freelance assignments on news, features, marketing communications, book writing and editing, music PR, and trade publication writing across multiple industries and formats from 1976 to present.
Director of Educational Media at Colgate University Education Department
December 31, 1975 - August 26, 2025Directed educational media projects at Colgate University from 1974 to 1975.
Founding Editor at Best Classic Bands.com
January 1, 2016 - October 14, 2025Co-founded and served as founding editor for Best Classic Bands.com, directing editorial direction, content strategy, and publication growth across New York City and Austin operations.
Senior Writer/Editor at Austin Post.org
January 1, 2013 - October 14, 2025Wrote and edited features, news and reviews; contributed to editorial planning and content development for a local online publication.
Senior Correspondent at Texas Construction/ McGraw Hill
January 1, 2010 - October 14, 2025Covered construction industry news and features; provided reporting and analysis for publication.
Publicity Writer at Shock Ink
January 1, 2023 - October 14, 2025Developed publicity materials and press communications for clients, coordinating media outreach.
Consultant/Staff Writer/Marketing Director at Texas Music Group
January 1, 2005 - October 14, 2025Provided marketing leadership, writing/editorial services, and strategic communications for the organization.
Editor at Texas House of Representatives/Office of Bill Analysis
January 1, 2000 - October 14, 2025Session-based editorial work, editing bills and analytical materials.
Radio Columnist & Reporter/Freelance Contributor at Austin American-Statesman
January 1, 1997 - October 14, 2025Wrote radio columns and contributed reporting as a freelancer for the publication.
Editor/Issue Designer at Experience Austin magazine
January 1, 1997 - October 14, 2025Led editorial production and issue design for the magazine.
Senior Editor/Senior Writer at Austin Chronicle
January 1, 1995 - October 14, 2025Directed senior editorial operations and contributed feature writing.
Panels Planning Team Member at South By Southwest
January 1, 1991 - October 14, 2025Participated in planning and coordinating SXSW panels and related activities.
Sales Manager at South By Southwest
January 1, 1991 - October 14, 2025Managed sales efforts for festival-related initiatives.
Owner at RPM Public Relations
January 1, 1988 - October 14, 2025Owned and operated a public relations consultancy serving a diverse client base.
East Coast Account Manager at Jensen Communications
January 1, 1985 - October 14, 2025Managed East Coast accounts and client relations for a PR firm.
Staff Writer at PolyGram Records
January 1, 1983 - October 14, 2025Wrote press materials and contributed to entertainment industry coverage.
Staff Writer/Publicist at Howard Bloom Organization
January 1, 1982 - October 14, 2025Wrote and publicized entertainment and political content.
Syndicated Entertainment Columnist & Writer at United Media (United Feature Syndicate/Newspaper Enterprises Association)
January 1, 1983 - October 14, 2025Wrote and distributed entertainment content to over 1,000 newspapers across North America.
Freelance Writer/Editor
January 1, 1976 - PresentFreelance writing and editing work across various publications and projects.
Director of Educational Media at Colgate University Education Department
January 1, 1975 - October 14, 2025Directed educational media initiatives within the Education Department.
Founding Editor at Best Classic Bands.com
January 1, 2016 - October 14, 2025Founded and led editorial operations; developed content strategy and oversaw contributors for music-focused publication in New York City and Austin.
Senior Writer/Editor at Austin Post.org
January 1, 2013 - October 14, 2025Wrote and edited features; managed assignments; contributed to digital strategy and audience growth.
Senior Correspondent at Texas Construction/ McGraw Hill
January 1, 2010 - October 14, 2025Covered construction and industry topics; produced reporting and analysis for a national publication network.
Publicity Writer at Shock Ink
January 1, 2023 - October 14, 2025Created publicity materials and media content; built relationships with media outlets and clients.
Consultant/Staff Writer/Marketing Director at Texas Music Group
January 1, 2005 - October 14, 2025Provided content and marketing strategy; wrote for trade and consumer audiences and managed communications.
Editor at Texas House of Representatives/Office of Bill Analysis
January 1, 2000 - October 14, 2025Edited legislative analyses and staff reports during session.
Editor/Issue Designer at Experience Austin magazine
January 1, 1997 - October 14, 2025Edited content and designed issue layouts for a city magazine.
Senior Editor/Senior Writer at Austin Chronicle
January 1, 1995 - October 14, 2025Led editorial projects and contributed extensive reporting and feature writing.
Syndicated Entertainment Columnist & Writer at United Media (United Feature Syndicate/ Newspaper Enterprises Association)
January 1, 1983 - October 14, 2025Wrote weekly Sounds column and contributed to entertainment coverage distributed to over 1,000 newspapers.
Founding Editor at Best Classic Bands.com
January 1, 2016 - October 14, 2025Led editorial direction and content development for Best Classic Bands.com, establishing publishing strategy during 2014-2016.
Senior Writer/Editor at Austin Post.org
January 1, 2013 - October 14, 2025Wrote and edited articles; contributed to editorial planning and content production.
Senior Correspondent at Texas Construction/ McGraw Hill
January 1, 2010 - October 14, 2025Produced feature and technical writing for construction industry publications.
Publicity Writer at Shock Ink
January 1, 2023 - October 14, 2025Crafted publicity and PR material for clients; managed media outreach and communications.
Consultant/Staff Writer/Marketing Director at Texas Music Group
January 1, 2005 - October 14, 2025Provided consulting, writing, and marketing leadership for music-focused projects and clients.
Editor at Texas House of Representatives/Office of Bill Analysis
January 1, 2000 - October 14, 2025Edited legislative content and analyzed bills during session.
Radio Columnist & Reporter/Freelance Contributor at Austin American-Statesman
January 1, 1997 - October 14, 2025Provided radio and print features, columns, and freelancing contributions.
Editor/Issue Designer at Experience Austin magazine
January 1, 1997 - October 14, 2025Edited magazine issues and designed layouts for publication.
Senior Editor/Senior Writer at Austin Chronicle
January 1, 1995 - October 14, 2025Led editorial initiatives and feature writing for a major local publication.
Panels Planning Team Member at South By Southwest
January 1, 1991 - October 14, 2025Participated in planning and development of conference programming.
Sales Manager at South By Southwest
January 1, 1991 - October 14, 2025Managed sales initiatives and client relationships for festival program.
Owner at RPM Public Relations
January 1, 1988 - October 14, 2025Operated a public relations consultancy offering media outreach and communications services.
East Coast Account Manager at Jensen Communications
January 1, 1985 - October 14, 2025Account management for entertainment/public relations clients on the East Coast.
Staff Writer at PolyGram Records
January 1, 1983 - October 14, 2025Wrote articles and promotional content for music label outlets.
Staff Writer/Publicist at Howard Bloom Organization
January 1, 1982 - October 14, 2025Public relations and writing services for clients in entertainment/public relations.
Syndicated Entertainment Columnist & Writer at United Media (United Feature Syndicate/ Newspaper Enterprises Association)
January 1, 1983 - October 14, 2025Wrote a weekly entertainment column distributed to over 1,000 newspapers.
Freelance Writer/Editor
January 1, 1976 - PresentFreelance writing and editing work across various outlets and formats.
Director of Educational Media at Colgate University Education Department
January 1, 1975 - October 14, 2025Directed educational media initiatives within the university education department.
Education
Bachelor of Arts at Colgate University
January 1, 1971 - January 1, 1975Bachelor of Arts at Colgate University
January 1, 1971 - January 1, 1975Bachelor of Arts at Colgate University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1975Bachelor of Arts at Colgate University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1975Bachelor of Arts at Colgate University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1975Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Professional Services, Retail, Non-Profit Organization
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