I am an experienced writer, editor, and marketing communications consultant with over two decades of service at the U.S. Department of Treasury/Internal Revenue Service. I have managed complex projects and developed clear, effective communications to promote tax administration and compliance initiatives across multiple IRS business units. Throughout my career, I've supported various government organizations, created and distributed newsletters and communication products, and earned recognition for my contributions, including efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. I am passionate about using my skills to deliver high-quality work and collaborate effectively, whether remotely or in person.

John R. Berger

I am an experienced writer, editor, and marketing communications consultant with over two decades of service at the U.S. Department of Treasury/Internal Revenue Service. I have managed complex projects and developed clear, effective communications to promote tax administration and compliance initiatives across multiple IRS business units. Throughout my career, I've supported various government organizations, created and distributed newsletters and communication products, and earned recognition for my contributions, including efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. I am passionate about using my skills to deliver high-quality work and collaborate effectively, whether remotely or in person.

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I am an experienced writer, editor, and marketing communications consultant with over two decades of service at the U.S. Department of Treasury/Internal Revenue Service. I have managed complex projects and developed clear, effective communications to promote tax administration and compliance initiatives across multiple IRS business units.

Throughout my career, I’ve supported various government organizations, created and distributed newsletters and communication products, and earned recognition for my contributions, including efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. I am passionate about using my skills to deliver high-quality work and collaborate effectively, whether remotely or in person.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Writer Editor Marketer Communications Consultant at U.S. Department of Treasury/Internal Revenue Service
June 30, 2021 - July 17, 2025
Managed and coordinated complicated, technical, high-priority projects while promoting awareness and service-wide education of major taxpayer and employee tax administration and compliance initiatives using various written and electronic communications. Supported five major IRS business units including Information Technology, Privacy, Governmental Liaison and Disclosure, Small Business/Self-Employed, and Procurement organizations. Employed collaboration skills to develop long-range solutions supporting communications needs and organizational goals. Developed, wrote, edited, and distributed six newsletters and multiple communications products in print and electronic formats through IRS channels. Earned multiple annual employee compensation, bonus, and recognition awards, including an IRS Commissioner award for marketing a feature highlighting IRS employees' positive contributions during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Dissemination, Marketing, and Sales Specialist at U.S. Government Printing Office
January 31, 2002 - July 17, 2025
Disseminated, marketed, and sold thousands of information products and services for all three branches of the U.S. Government. Supported 1,150 U.S. federal depository libraries nationwide.
Newspaper Executive at Newspaper Publishing
January 31, 1992 - July 17, 2025
Held various executive roles over a 20-year career with large, medium, and small metropolitan and community newspapers in competitive markets before entering government service.

Education

M.B.A. at Columbia University, New York, NY
January 1, 1972 - December 31, 1972
B.A. at Union College, Schenectady, NY
January 1, 1968 - December 31, 1968
H.S. at Hebron Academy, Hebron, ME
January 1, 1964 - December 31, 1964

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Industry Experience

Government, Financial Services, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment