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I am a dynamic professional with over 35 years of experience as a writer, editor, marketer, and writing coach & consultant. I excel at managing multiple projects and inspiring private clients to create compelling content across genres. I am passionate about creating authentic connections with clients through powerful marketing on every major social media platform. With a rich teaching background in memoirs, personal essays, novel writing, screenwriting, and solo shows, I create fiercely supportive environments that empower clients and students to discover and refine their authentic voices. I thrive in creative collaborations with diverse personalities and am eager to help propel new ventures to success.…I am a dynamic professional with over 35 years of experience as a writer, editor, marketer, and writing coach & consultant. I excel at managing multiple projects and inspiring private clients to create compelling content across genres. I am passionate about creating authentic connections with clients through powerful marketing on every major social media platform. With a rich teaching background in memoirs, personal essays, novel writing, screenwriting, and solo shows, I create fiercely supportive environments that empower clients and students to discover and refine their authentic voices. I thrive in creative collaborations with diverse personalities and am eager to help propel new ventures to success.

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I am a dynamic professional with over 35 years of experience as a writer, editor, marketer, and writing coach & consultant. I excel at managing multiple projects and inspiring private clients to create compelling content across genres. I am passionate about creating authentic connections with clients through powerful marketing on every major social media platform. With a rich teaching background in memoirs, personal essays, novel writing, screenwriting, and solo shows, I create fiercely supportive environments that empower clients and students to discover and refine their authentic voices. I thrive in creative collaborations with diverse personalities and am eager to help propel new ventures to success.…I am a dynamic professional with over 35 years of experience as a writer, editor, marketer, and writing coach & consultant. I excel at managing multiple projects and inspiring private clients to create compelling content across genres. I am passionate about creating authentic connections with clients through powerful marketing on every major social media platform. With a rich teaching background in memoirs, personal essays, novel writing, screenwriting, and solo shows, I create fiercely supportive environments that empower clients and students to discover and refine their authentic voices. I thrive in creative collaborations with diverse personalities and am eager to help propel new ventures to success.

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I am a dynamic professional with over 35 years of experience as a writer, editor, marketer, and writing coach & consultant. I excel at managing multiple projects and inspiring private clients to create compelling content across genres. I am passionate about creating authentic connections with clients through powerful marketing on every major social media platform.

With a rich teaching background in memoirs, personal essays, novel writing, screenwriting, and solo shows, I create fiercely supportive environments that empower clients and students to discover and refine their authentic voices. I thrive in creative collaborations with diverse personalities and am eager to help propel new ventures to success.

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Work Experience

Course Creator at The Joyful Writer Method

April 1, 2022 - Present

Developed and launched a comprehensive year-long writing method leveraging 35+ years of experience to empower struggling writers across various genres. Designed and created all course materials including exercises, homework, videos. Wrote the accompanying workbook for a comprehensive and engaging learning experience. Recorded, edited, and produced all video and course graphics. Crafted marketing emails, videos, and social media posts.

College Admission Essay Tutor

May 31, 2025 - August 1, 2025

Guided dozens of students in crafting compelling admissions essays for colleges, universities, and master’s programs. Empowered clients to find their voice while adhering to word count and other requirements. Helped clients discover unique topics to stand out with admissions directors. Achieved a 100% acceptance rate of students to their first-choice schools.

Writer/Performer/Producer, Day of the Dead Daddy – Solo Show

June 30, 2023 - August 1, 2025

Wrote, produced and starred in this autobiographical black comedy about my father’s funeral. Presented at Denver Fringe Festival 2023, The Marsh Theatre Streaming Solo Fest in 2019, and The Chain Theatre NYC 2018.

Writer at Running the Asylum

November 30, 2024 - August 1, 2025

Wrote the pilot for a TV drama inspired by my memoir, enhancing narrative engagement and emotional resonance. Pitched the series live to TV agents, managers, and producers, securing meetings at a 35% success rate. Designed the pitch deck focusing on layout, design, color palette, and photos to visualize the series' look and feel. Wrote all series copy including pilot, cast breakdown, synopsis, and season summaries.

Writer/Producer at Valley Inn

October 31, 2014 - August 1, 2025

Co-wrote the feature film screenplay; completed countless rewrites to finalize the script. Co-created and launched an Indie Go-Go campaign to raise production funds. Conducted in-depth research on characters, accents, and culture for authenticity. Attended casting sessions and made casting decisions. Awarded Best Original Screenplay at Temecula Film Festival.

Morning Radio Talk Show Host/Segment Producer & Writer at Greenstone Media

October 31, 2006 - August 1, 2025

Created, wrote, and performed a morning radio show, growing audience from zero to 50,000+ in under 6 months by targeting content for morning drive 'Soccer Moms'. Launched Greenstone’s women’s radio format, Talk, Listen, Connect. Promoted both Greenstone Media and the show at conventions and board meetings, doubling brand visibility.

Novelist

December 31, 2006 - August 1, 2025

Authored and published comic novel The Playgroup about motherhood identity crisis. Promoted the book through a multi-city tour and transitioned the novel to paperback format.

Playwright/Actor

December 31, 1990 - August 1, 2025

Co-wrote, produced, and performed a two-character play My Heart Belongs to Daddy. Collaborated with Tony Award-winning director Morton DeCosta to polish and deepen the play. Performed in four sold-out, critically acclaimed productions adapting play for new venues and audiences.

Course Creator at The Joyful Writer Method

April 1, 2022 - Present

Developed and launched a comprehensive year-long writing method leveraging over 35 years of writing experience to empower struggling writers across genres and expertise levels. Created all course materials including exercises, homework, videos, and workbook. Recorded, edited, and produced video and course graphics. Crafted marketing emails, videos, and social media posts.

College Admission Essay Tutor at Self-Employed

May 31, 2025 - August 6, 2025

Guided dozens of students in crafting compelling college, university, and master's program admissions essays. Empowered clients to find their authentic voice within word count and other requirements. Achieved 100% success rate for students accepted to their first-choice schools.

Writer/Performer/Producer at Day of the Dead Daddy – Solo Show

June 30, 2023 - August 6, 2025

Wrote, produced, and starred in an autobiographical black comedy about my father’s funeral. Performed at the Denver Fringe Festival (2023), The Marsh Theatre Streaming Solo Fest (2019), and The Chain Theatre NYC (2018).

Writer at Running the Asylum

November 30, 2024 - August 6, 2025

Wrote a TV drama pilot inspired by my memoir to enhance narrative engagement and emotional resonance. Pitched the series to TV agents, managers, and producers with a 35% success rate securing meetings. Designed pitch deck emphasizing layout, design, color palette, and photos. Authored all series copy, including pilot, cast breakdown, synopsis, and summaries for first 5 seasons.

Writer/Producer at Valley Inn

October 31, 2014 - August 6, 2025

Collaborated to write and rewrite the original screenplay for feature film Valley Inn. Co-created and launched a successful IndieGoGo fundraising campaign for production. Researched accents and rural Arkansas culture for authenticity. Attended casting sessions and accepted Best Original Screenplay award at Temecula Film Festival.

Morning Radio Talk Show Host/Segment Producer & Writer at Greenstone Media

October 31, 2006 - August 6, 2025

Co-created, wrote, launched, and hosted a morning radio show targeted at 'Soccer Moms.' Increased listener numbers and brand visibility through strategic content adjustments and promotion. Worked with founders Jane Fonda and Gloria Steinem and promoted the show 'The Radio Ritas' at conventions.

Novelist at Self-Published

December 31, 2006 - August 6, 2025

Authored and published the comic novel The Playgroup exploring motherhood identity crisis. Promoted via multi-city book tour.

Playwright/Actor at Various Venues

December 31, 1990 - August 6, 2025

Co-wrote, produced, and performed in the two-character play My Heart Belongs to Daddy, collaborating with Tony Award-winning director Morton DeCosta for rewrites. Co-starred in multiple sold-out productions in NYC, adapting the play for diverse audiences and venues.