YEARS OF MY EXPERIENCE
I have more than 10 years of experience in writing, media, and nonprofit development and fundraising.
2012 / Master of Arts in Journalism
Regent University Outstanding Graduate Award recipient, summa cum laude
2007 / Bachelor of Science in Equestrian Studies: Writing and Publications
Rocky Mountain College Honors program participant, magna cum laude
Professional Development
Bridge Conference, 2018 Anti-Corruption: Global Edition, 2016 Sharing HOPE in Crisis, 2010 College Reading and Learning Association tutor certification, 2006
Current / Director of Integrated Media
Operation Blessing International Virginia Beach, VA Director of Integrated Media, 2014-present: Led a team of 7-10 in media content and fundraising strategy and execution, including monthly Blessings Magazine, direct mail appeals, e-mail marketing, website content, and social media. Supervised art designers, copywriters, web developers, video producers, freelancers, and outside agency relationships. Content Producer/Writer, 2009-2014: Produced and edited copy for web site, monthly magazine, blog, social networking updates, e-mail marketing, direct mailings, and photo galleries, brochures, etc. President’s Award for Excellence, 2013; Employee of the Month Award, 2015, 2011
2008 / Staff Writer
Graphic Publications, Inc. Millersburg, OH Staff Writer: Wrote 10-12 articles per week for several area newspapers covering county court, county/city government, special events, nonprofit organizations, and human interest.
2005 / Writer & Tutor
Rocky Mountain College Billings, MT Staff Writer: Covered local/campus events, writing 3,000-4,000 words per issue for campus newspaper. Writing Tutor: Helped undergraduate students develop literary and academic papers. *College Reading and Learning Association certified tutor
2009 / Writing Coach
Regent University Writing Center Writing Coach (graduate assistant): Conducted one-hour coaching sessions with clients in undergraduate and graduate studies, working on writing skills from conception to completed manuscript. Created and presented training workshops related to writing skills. Teacher Assistant: Graded essays, assignments, and exams. Reviewed assignments with students for Academic Writing Seminar class.
2007 / Freelance
Content Writer: Hike It Baby website, Wooster Weekly News, content for website developer (241 Computer Services). Book Reviewer: Straight Off The Page, Blogging for Books, the Tyndale Blog Network, Bethany House Blogger Reviews, and Christian Broadcasting Network. Book Award Judge (2008-2017): Reviewing books for Christian fiction Christy Award. Freelance Editor (2008-2009): Editing academic works such as theses and dissertations. Self-Publishing Consultant (2007): Assisting authors through the self-publishing process.
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President's Award for Excellence 2013
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'With the web server launching yesterday, I don't know if anyone stopped to thank you for all your work on making that happen. You did all the heavy lifting to make that come to fruition!' - VP of Media & Development
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'I just saw the March issue. It's really outstanding! Kudos to you and the team.' - President of NGO
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'Holly, you are very talented!' - Senior Planned Giving Specialist
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Employee of the Month 2011, 2015
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'We appreciate your work ethic and your creativity.' - Former Supervisor
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'Excellent job. This is perfect. Thanks for (as always) doing a great job spiffing up my piece!' - Editing Client
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'I really love our team and working with you, Holly.' - Graphic Designer/Employee
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Please contact me regarding your needs in nonprofit media and development!