Work:
Points of Light
Proofreader/Copy Editor
HERLIFE and Prime magazines
Proofreader
Samford University
Adjunct Instructor
The Birmingham News
Political editor
The Birmingham News - Birmingham, AL
Government and Politics editor
The Birmingham News - Birmingham, AL
State editor, health editor
The Birmingham News - Birmingham, AL
Health editor and assistant state editor
The Birmingham News - Birmingham, AL
Assistant metro editor
The Birmingham News - Birmingham, AL
Reporter
Alabama Journal - Montgomery, AL
Reporter
Education:
University of Missouri - Columbia, MO
Master's -- working on thesis in Media Managment
Auburn Univerity - Auburn, AL
Bachelor's in Journalism
Alexander City State Junior College (Now AC Community College) - Alexander City, AL
Associate's in liberal arts
Skills:
Experienced editor, reporter, team leader and coordinator with a background in a broad array of subjects, including state and national politics; environmental, health, medical and science issues. Experienced in breaking news, investigative, explanatory and project journalism. Cross-functional team leader focused on pulling together editors, reporters, artists and page designers to deliver a coordinated, focused message. Effective leader of virtual teams, with members based in multiple locations. Coaching editor focused on bringing out the individual best in each writer, editor and artist. This includes drafting individualized training and professional development programs for each, but also helping writers edit stories to maintain their voice while also meeting Birmingham News standards and engaging the common reader. Reporter with strong research, interviewing and investigative skills. Platform-neutral journalist competent at distributing information in print, on the Web or in other digital formats.