Professor at Grand Valley State University

Designed and taught creative writing courses emphasizing experimentation and critical thinking. Mentored students in multiple writing genres during in-person and digital office hours. Conducted classes using various learning styles, including lectures, workshops, discussions, and writing activities. Stayed current on fiction, poetry, nonfiction, and hybrid literary trends to balance canonical and avant-garde work.

Professor at Grand Valley State University

Designed and taught creative writing and storytelling courses (COM 215, WRT 219). Conducted classes using a mix of lecture, workshop, and discussion; balanced active and passive learning through ongoing professional development and peer observation.

Academic Tutor at Purdue Global

Provided individualized tutoring for undergraduate and graduate students across nursing, psychology, business, legal studies, criminal justice, public policy, communication, and education. Developed custom video feedback, webinars, and revision strategies to improve student writing skills. Delivered editorial feedback and guidance for dissertations, research papers, proposals, and grants.

Academic Tutor at Purdue Global

Provided individualized tutoring for undergraduate and graduate students from diverse backgrounds, including working adults and non-traditional students. Supported disciplines such as nursing, psychology, business, legal studies, criminal justice, public policy, communication, education, and literature. Developed custom video feedback, webinars, and revision strategies to enhance student writing skills. Regularly offered feedback and guidance on research papers, proposals, case studies, and grant writing.

Writing Center Tutor at Purdue University Global (Remote)

Through teleconferences and video tutorials, helps students develop proficiency in reading, editing, academic writing, and communication skills. Works with diverse undergraduate and graduate student populations and supports a range of disciplines including education, nursing, psychology, business, criminal justice, public policy, and general composition.

Professor at Grand Valley State University (AllenDale, MI)

Taught storytelling in the Communication School and creative writing in the Writing Department. Used active learning strategies such as group projects and peer workshops. Developed curriculum and lesson plans by staying current on trends in contemporary fiction, poetry, memoir, and hybrid literature, using interdisciplinary teaching models to promote critical engagement in an open environment.

AI Prompt Writer & Editor at Freelance

Created and refined prompts for large language models for diverse clients; provided critical review and content strategy; partnered with companies including Bulba, WeLocalized, Outlier, and Accun AI.

AI Prompt Writer & Editor (Freelance) at Freelance

Created and refined prompts for large language models for various clients. Provided critical review and content strategy related to AI-driven writing.

Co-Founder/Host/Producer at Raconteur Denver

Produced a monthly storytelling series featuring diverse narrators and perspectives. Developed strong rapport with local businesses to foster community growth.

Co-Founder/Host/Producer at Raconteur Denver

Co-produced a monthly storytelling series; leveraged hospitality networks to foster community growth; recruited, booked, and coached local performers.

Bar Manager at Baur’s, Denver, CO

Managed bar operations including menu design, staff training, inventory, and pricing. Cultivated business-to-business relationships through partnerships with local musicians and beverage representatives for events. Established waste reduction standards focusing on seasonality, local beverages, and water usage.

Co-Founder at The Leon Affair (Reading Series), Denver, CO

Managed all aspects of a monthly reading series featuring local and touring authors. Built strong relationships with local artists, publishers, and venues.

Co-Founder at The Leon Affair (Reading Series)

Launched a monthly reading series in Denver featuring national, local, and international authors and performers; attendance ranged from 20–80.

Poetry Editor at SpringGun Press

Managed editorial processes for both print and digital poetry publications. Collaborated with authors on manuscript development, ensuring diverse representation. Represented the press at national book fairs and conferences. Evaluated submissions for publication.

Poetry Editor at SpringGun Press

Managed the editorial process for print and digital publications from selection to publication; collaborated with authors on manuscript development; produced and hosted events and managed press booths at national book fairs and conferences.

Co-Founder at Denver Small Press Fest, Denver, CO

Successfully launched and managed a regional print media festival.

Co-Founder at Denver Small Press Fest

Built a regional festival to promote and celebrate the printed media as part of a six-person team; responsibilities included festival coordination and partner relations.

Instructor at University of Colorado, Boulder

Taught creative writing courses and facilitated Iowa-style workshops. Developed a balanced teaching style combining active and passive learning by attending pedagogical workshops regularly.

Poetry Editor at Spring Gun Press

Selected and edited manuscripts for annual print and biannual digital publications, ensuring cohesion, structure, and individual author voice. Proofread and typeset using InDesign. Approved gallery proofs for publication and represented the press at conferences and book fairs.

Instructor at University of Colorado, Boulder

Taught creative writing courses (Eng 1191, Eng 2021) and facilitated Iowa-style workshops; developed teaching strategies balancing diverse learning styles and regularly engaged in pedagogical trainings.