Amy Rothblatt

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Chicago, IL. ***16

email: acurzc@r.postjobfree.com

phone: 312-***-****

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Amy Rothblatt Photography (1996-present)

? Presently own, operate, and am the sole proprietor of my photography business

? Have 20+ years of experience working with special event planners, corporations,

design and public relations firms, individuals, and colleges and universities in the

Chicago area: for web usage and publications

? Photograph corporate and networking events, head and group shots on location,

environmental portraits, editorial work, weddings, and private parties

? Specialize in event photography

Lead editor for 220 Publishing: (2015-2016)

? Head of the editing team at 220 Publishing: transform a submitted manuscript

from its initial rough draft, through to completion and readiness for printing

? Extensive proofreading, editing, and re-writing required

? Re-format copy of submitted work when necessary

? Keep in constant communication with the author about suggested revisions

? Write press releases for book releases and events

Journalist for ?The Gazette? newspaper (2005-present)

? Seek out stories pertaining to life in the South and West Loop neighborhoods

? Interview a variety of people: politicians, real estate developers, entrepreneurs,

and individuals who have made significant contributions to these communities

? Am responsible for maintaining contacts with local residents, clergy, activists and

politicians: the mayor?s office, aldermen and state representatives

? Research background of people, organizations, neighborhood developments,

city ordinances, and zoning/housing incentives in Chicago

? Clarify the validity of information, and meet all writing deadlines

Link to news articles: http://www.gazettechicago.com/index/?s=amy+rothblatt

Preschool teacher at K.A.M. Isaiah Israel Nursery School (2005-2007)

? Lead teacher for 3-5 year olds in a preschool classroom

? Was actively involved in the organization of the class, its curriculum, and lesson planning

? Held 2 parent/teacher conferences during the year: observed children, wrote reports,

and helped set specific goals for the remainder of the child's school year

? Planned and conducted daily group-time activities

? Participated in required teacher training: CPR, informational seminars, and weekly

staff meetings

English tutor for Wyzant.com (2012-present)

? Tutored foreign PhD students at UIC with grammar, speaking, writing, and editing

? Integrated creative writing with expository writing exercises

EDUCATION:

Attended Occidental College for my freshman year

Graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, with a B.A. in Communications

Attended Columbia College: have 20 credits in photography

Attended Harold Washington College: have 10 credits in Early Childhood Education

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