Blake Ford Hall
Unit ** Phoenix, AZ 85017
602-***-**** *******@******.***
http://www.blake4d.com
About me :
Blake4d is my online pen name.
I am a professional writer with experience in online journalism, ghost writing, content and business websites. Authoring articles with national and independent publications.
I am experienced with Adobe Photoshop and a range of other programning for graphic design and web editing. Knowledge of desktop publishing and multimedia platforms.
I have a background in the esoteric arts, paganism, comparative religions, computers, and design. All while in pursuit of being an artist, musician, public speaker and online journalist. I am a renaissance man, techno-pagan and online activist, but a writer first.
I never turn away from any subject matter, having written on topics conservative and controversial; my clients have been from the worlds of professional business, affiliate marketing, public education, online gaming, scientific researchers, product developers and the adult video industry. My goal is to tackle any subject by making it interesting, readable and marketable. I will write about anything and everything. It is my passion.
I love writing.
Please let me help you with my writing and talents.
Writing Online and Editing Experience :
HealthyGenX.com
A ghostwriter for Hope Cassidy and website administrators from 2015 - present.
http://www.healthygenx.com/
The Hacked News
An online writer, wordpress editor and ghost writer for Haiden Ali Kahn during 2015.
http://thehackednews.com/author/blake4d/
StartupDaily.net / ShoestringMedia.co
Article ghost writer and freelance editor for Tasnuva Bindi during 2012 - 2013.
http://www.startupdaily.net/author/tas/
Working content writer and ghost writer for the following websites 2005 - 2015.
Hirewriters ( 2010 - present )
iwriter.com ( 2008 - present )
Textbroker LLC ( 2005 - present )
Hubpages.com ( 2008- present )
http://hubpages.com/@blake4d
Examiner.com ( 2009 - 2013 )
http://www.examiner.com/paganism-in-phoenix/blake-hall
Also wrote for Associated Content, Helium and other websites over the last 10+ years. Here is a review of my writing. It gives a sense of my style and fan following online.
http://hubpages.com/religion-philosophy/How-To-Read-in-4-D
Internet and Desktop Publishing Experience :
Dashdomain.com 09/1998 - 12/1999
Webmaster and multimedia designer. Responsible for installation of various software and upgrades, as used by our ISP & responsible for in house installations of hardware.
DCS / Dash Computer Specialists, Inc. 09/1997 - 12/1999
Web design and domain hosting assistant. Responsible for media transfer, software installations, hardware setups, repairs, server / network upgrades and maintenance.
Wide Awake Magazine / Wide Awake Arts Collective / WAAC 12/91 to 12/96
Managing Editor and founder of the arts collective. Handled all mail and contacts. During 5 years of publication in Arizona, Wide Awake was reviewed by Fact Sheet Five, Pop Smear and in 1994 were voted one of the Top 5 Arizona ‘Zines by the New Times.
http://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/zine-ophobia-6425277
Public Speaking and Volunteer Work :
The FIrehouse Art Gallery / 23 Retail Collective 01/2008 - Present
Artist and gallery associate. Friend and supporter of Thought Crime. Also resident house DJ for the Firehouse. Have been associated with the organization for more than 25 years.
https://www.facebook.com/firehousephoenix/
Toastmasters Club No. 68 01/1992 - 12/1996
As a member of the organization was mentored, held position as Club Sergeant at Arms, completed my full Toastmaster certrification and held office as an Area District Govenor.
New Age Community Church of Phoenix / Pagan AZ Network 01/1991 - 12/1996
As a volunteer of each organization studied and participated in various interdisciplinary programs including public speaking seminars, counseling training, comparative religious studies. Also earned my title as reverand and perform services for the public community.
Online Retail Marketing Work :
Arizonabooks / Shutupandbuyit 01/2001 - 01/2006
Online internet wholesale bookseller via third party sites and auctions platforms. Sold books and other media, handled all acquisitons, product listing, and customer service.
Experienced listing as an independent online retailer on Amazon.com, ABEbooks, Alibris, Half.com, Ebay, A1books, TextbookX, Ecampus, Volare Books, Backpage, and Craigslist. Also expert knowledge of shipping procedures using USPS, UPS, DHL, and FedEx.
Media and Marketing Work :
Glendale Community College Library and Media Center 01/1989 - 01/1998
Information Access assistant for campus faculty resources, mail and intercampus books.
Student-faculty assistant in charge of servicing and setup of campus media equipment,
A/V, PC/Mac Networks, and NEC projection systems for library and media departments.
AZ Marketing Research Services, Inc. 02/1989 to 02/1992
Research representative and focus group interviewer. In charge of survey and records, recruitment, public product testing, phone bank, L.A. Times election polls, McDonald’s focus groups, AZ Republic and Phoenix Gazette voters’ polls. Also client group seminars.
Manpower Convention Services, Inc. – 02/1984 - 12/1986
Backstage assistant for Phoenix Symphony Hall, Civic Plaza, Gammage, and ASU events. Also part time usher for corporate conventions, concerts, performances and auto shows.
Education :
Glendale Community College/Phoenix Community College – 01/95 to 12/98
A.G.S. / Computer Aided Design and Social Sciences. 70 + credits earned. Was active with the library / art / and athletic departments as both a student & employee. GPA 3.5 / earned extra-curricular awards for Outstanding Achievement in writing, illustration, photography, poetry, and volunteer / community service / work study.
Alhambra H.S. / South Mountain Center for the Visual Arts – 1982 to 1986
High School Diploma / Magnet Program graduate of Visual / Performing Arts Program / Junior Achievement / SMC newspaper / SMC TV broadcast and public access crew / COX cable and TV3 seminars / participation in various arts as photographer, musician, writer, and multimedia artist. GPA 3.5 with honors.