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I am a seasoned journalist and PR professional with a track record of award-winning writing, editing, and content creation across newspapers, online news sites, magazines, reports, social media, newsletters, op-eds, blogs, websites, videos and speeches.
I’m driven by delivering clear, accurate, and impactful writing tailored to the intended audience and platform. I am a meticulous editor and proofreader, and a stickler for good grammar, punctuation, and word choice.
I also coach professionals and graduate students in writing and communications, and I partner with teams across health care, education, government, and professional services to craft compelling stories, train staff, and build media-ready campaigns.
Fluency in Spanish.
Experience Level
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Language
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Work Experience
Freelance Reporting, Writing, Editing and Communications Consulting/Coaching at In a Word Communications
January 1, 2020 - PresentProvided freelance reporting, writing, editing, and communications consulting/coaching for various public relations and public affairs agencies, universities, state and national organizations, and news outlets. Collaborated with clients to enhance readability, narrative structure, and maintain author voice while meeting deadlines. Edited and formatted digital content for multiple platforms, ensuring excellent command of English grammar, punctuation, style, and formatting standards.
Director, Strategic Communications and Public Affairs at Aurrera Health Group
July 31, 2020 - July 22, 2025Part of the project management team for ACEs Aware, a statewide initiative of the California Department of Health Care Services and Office of the California Surgeon General. Raised awareness about ACEs Aware among stakeholders through development of client communications including news releases, blogs, videos, social media posts, and e-newsletters.
Sr. Public Information Officer at UC Davis Health Department of Public Affairs and Marketing
January 31, 2020 - July 22, 2025Led strategic communications planning for UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center and the MIND Institute. Developed news releases, pitched stories to news media, managed media inquiries and press conferences. Coordinated successful Cancer Center media campaigns and events. Wrote speeches, talking points, and op-eds for health leaders and faculty. Edited the biannual magazine “Synthesis” and produced monthly e-newsletters. Managed and edited the Cancer Center website and social media channels. Directed, scripted, and edited video stories for web and social media. Conducted media training and social media skills coaching for faculty.
Assistant Director, Communications at California Department of Developmental Services
March 31, 2009 - July 22, 2025Served on the department’s executive team providing services for Californians with developmental disabilities including autism. Managed media inquiries, wrote press releases, and developed internal newsletters. Developed award-winning video content in coordination with the Governor’s Office, enhancing readability and narrative structure.
Freelance Reporting, Writing, Editing and Communications Consulting/Coaching at In a Word Communications
January 1, 2020 - PresentProvided freelance reporting, writing, editing and communications consulting/coaching for public relations and public affairs agencies, universities, state and national organizations, and news outlets. Collaborated with clients such as California Grocers, Profile By Design and Lucas Public Affairs to enhance readability and narrative structure, maintaining author voice and meeting established deadlines. Edited and formatted digital content for various platforms, demonstrating excellent command of English grammar, punctuation, and style conventions and ensuring compliance with formatting standards.
Director, Strategic Communications and Public Affairs at Aurrera Health Group
July 31, 2020 - July 22, 2025Project management team member for ACEs Aware, a statewide initiative by the California Department of Health Care Services and Office of the California Surgeon General. Raised awareness about ACEs Aware among stakeholders through development of content for client communications including news releases, blogs, videos, social media posts, and e-newsletters.
Sr. Public Information Officer at UC Davis Health Department of Public Affairs and Marketing
January 31, 2020 - July 22, 2025Provided strategic communications planning for UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center and MIND Institute. Developed news releases, pitched news media, managed media inquiries and press conferences. Coordinated successful Cancer Center media campaigns and events. Wrote speeches, talking points, and op-eds for health system leaders and medical school faculty. Edited and published the Cancer Center’s biannual magazine and monthly e-newsletters. Managed and edited the Cancer Center website and social media channels. Directed, scripted, and edited video stories for web and social media. Conducted media and social media training for faculty.
Assistant Director, Communications at California Department of Developmental Services
March 31, 2009 - July 22, 2025Served on the Department’s executive team providing services for Californians with developmental disabilities including autism. Managed media inquiries, wrote press releases, and developed internal newsletters. Developed award-winning video content in coordination with the Governor’s Office, enhancing readability and narrative structure.
Freelance Communications Consultant; Freelance Writer/Editor at In a Word Communications
January 1, 2020 - November 26, 2025Provide freelance reporting, writing, editing, and communications consulting or coaching for public relations and public affairs agencies, universities, state and national organizations, and news outlets. Current clients include: Faculty Association of California Community Colleges, Right Angle Design/Profile by Design, Lucas Public Affairs, West Health, American Academy of Physician Associates, Ethical Narrative, California Grocers Association, Sacramento News & Review.
Director, Strategic Communications and Public Affairs at Abridged (KVIE)
July 1, 2020 - July 1, 2020Project management for ACEs Aware, a statewide initiative of the California Department of Health Care Services and Office of the California Surgeon General; content development for client communications, news releases, blogs, videos, social media posts and e-newsletter.
Sr. Public Information Officer at UC Davis Health Department of Public Affairs and Marketing; UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center and MIND Institute
January 31, 2020 - January 31, 2020Developed news releases, pitched news media, managed media inquiries and press conferences. Coordinated Cancer Center media campaigns and events. Wrote speeches, talking points and op-eds for health system leaders and medical school faculty. Edited 'Synthesis' magazine. Produced articles for UC Davis Health magazine; created monthly internal newsletters; managed Cancer Center website and social media; directed, scripted, and edited video stories; conducted media training; supervised interns.
Assistant Director, Communications at California Department of Developmental Services
March 31, 2009 - March 31, 2009Served on the department’s executive team, providing services for Californians with developmental disabilities, including autism. Managed media inquiries, wrote press releases, and developed an internal newsletter. Developed award-winning video content in coordination with the Governor’s Office.
Executive Editor; Writer at Viewpoint newspaper
January 1, 2023 - November 26, 2025Executive Editor and writer for Viewpoint newspaper.
Freelance Writer at Abridged
January 1, 2025 - November 26, 2025Freelance writer.
Freelance Writer at News & Review
January 1, 2024 - November 26, 2025Freelance writer.
Freelance Writer at Sacramento Magazine
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023Freelance writer.
Senior Writer at The Sacramento Bee
December 31, 2008 - December 31, 2008Senior writer.
Director, Strategic Communications and Public Affairs at Aurrera Health Group
July 1, 2020 - July 1, 2020Project management and content development for ACEs Aware, a statewide initiative of the California Department of Health Care Services and Office of the California Surgeon General. Directed internal and external client communications, produced news releases, blogs, videos, social media posts and newsletters, and supported broader communications strategy and stakeholder engagement.
Freelance Reporting, Writing, Editing, and Communications Consulting at In a Word Communications
January 1, 2020 - November 26, 2025Provide freelance reporting, writing, editing, and communications consulting or coaching for public relations and public affairs agencies, universities, state and national organizations, and news outlets. Current clients include: Faculty Association of California Community Colleges; Right Angle Design / Profile by Design; Lucas Public Affairs; West Health; American Academy of Physician Assistants; Ethical Narrative; California Grocers Association; Sacramento News & Review; Abridged (KV=E).
Sr. Public Information Officer at UC Davis Health Department of Public Affairs and Marketing
January 31, 2020 - January 31, 2020UC Davis Health Department of Public Affairs and Marketing; internal and external strategic communications for the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center and Mind Institute. Wrote news releases, pitched media, managed media inquiries and press conferences; produced speeches, talking points and op-eds for health system leaders and medical school faculty; edited Synthesis, UC Davis Health magazine; produced internal newsletters; managed the Cancer Center website and social media; directed, scripted and edited video stories; conducted media training; supervised interns.
Executive Editor, Writer at Viewpoint Newspaper
January 1, 2023 - November 26, 2025Executive Editor and staff writer for Viewpoint Newspaper, contributing to editorial leadership and content strategy.
Education
Journalism at Columbia University
January 1, 0001 - December 31, 0001Spanish/Hispanic Studies at St. Olaf College
January 1, 0001 - December 31, 0001M.S. Journalism at Columbia University
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025B.A. Spanish/Hispanic Studies at St. Olaf College
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025M.S. Journalism at Columbia University
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025B.A. Spanish/Hispanic Studies at St. Olaf College
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025Qualifications
Industry Experience
Healthcare, Government, Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization
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