Karla K. Sullivan

**** ******** ******

Downers Grove, Illinois 60516

630-***-****

admfxh@r.postjobfree.com

A captivating writer who has written over 3000 articles on inspiration and workplace development that include high level publications such as the Chicago Tribune.Respected, deadline-oriented professional who offers a wealth of writing experience in the areas of career development, leadership, education, health, parenting, aging, and will research on any topic assigned. In addition, a highly qualified editor and writer of electronic and paper newsletters that can successfully enhance corporate materials and an in-depth knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and communities (WordPress, blogs, Facebook, Twitter, Google+, etc.).

Professional Highlights

Free-Lance Writer, Karla Sullivan https://karlasullivandotcom.wordpress.com/ June 2017-Present

Free- Lance Writer, Karla Sullivan, Culture Trip, https://theculturetrip.com/authors/karla-sullivan/ May 2017-2019

Free-Lance Writer, Patch Contributing Writer https://muckrack.com/karla-sullivan June 2015- Present

Fannie May

Nutella

Soapbox

Library Institute

Zenreach

Free-Lance Writer, Chicago Now (Tribune) Jan 2017-June2017

Lifetime Chicago ( Over 20,000 views in 6 months with one article viral)

Free-Lance Writer, CBS Local, Parachute Map Quest April 2015-present

Chicago, People, Places and Events

https://parachute.mapquest.com/contributor/karla-sullivan/

https://cbs.kapost.com/posts/best-places-for-horseback-riding-outside-of-boston

Free-Lance Writer, Architects of Change/Maria Shriver July 2013- July 2015

Published 3 articles on Alzheimers

http://mariashriver.com/blog/architect/karla-sullivan/

Free-Lance Writer, Grand Magazine April 2012-2013

Website articles on memories of the past and guiding grandchildren’s career http://grandmagazine.com/news/author/karla-sullivan/

Free-Lance Writer, Phoenix Focus Alumni Magazine, University of Phoenix, Arizona April 2011-2012

Published article in June 2011 issue on The Stealth Job Search http://www.phxfocus.com/2011-06

Published article in July 2011 issue on Blending In Abroad

http://www.phoenixfocus.com/2011-07

Free-Lance Writer, Chicago Career Coach Examiner March 2010-April 2016

Published over 500 articles on unemployment, career development, leadership, book reviews and inspiration. In the top 20 Examiner list for July 2010 producing over 5,000 page views for the month. Currently, in the top 10 of career writers nationally

Publications

Remembering Neil Armstrong: The Suburban Life 2012 http://www.mysuburbanlife.com/downersgrove/topstories/x1718135065/Armstrong-first-man-to-walk-on-the-moon-remembered-as-modest

Is Facebook Putting Reunions out of Business – Reunions Magazine, 2012 http://issuu.com/reunionsmag/docs/reunions_v23n1_aso12

Unemployed on Labor Day: Chicago Tribune 2011 http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2011-09-01/news/chi-110901sullivan_briefs_1_achievements-of-american-workers-labor-day-holiday-weekend

Professional Experience

Communications Online Content Consultant/Writer, Freelance

Hopes Front Door, First Congregational United Church of Christ, Inland Real Estate School, Bill Winston Ministries

2014-present

Create dynamic content to build awareness on website and all key social media sites

Proficient use of Google analytics and other report software

Write articles to be posted in the Patch, Tribune, Examiner and other trade publications

Proficient in Word Press and a variety of photography software

Teacher Assistant, Center Cass District 66 2016-present

Senior Writer, Life Quotes, Darien, Illinois 2013-2015

Word press writer for two websites for over 800 articles on health care, insurance, retirement, auto insurance, homeowners

Career Service Contract Consultant, DeVry University, Naperville, Illinois 2013- 2014

Obtained 92% employment for graduating students in October and December of 2012

Alumni Counselor, Western International University, Warrenville, Illinois 2010-2012

Created and executed a contact and marketing strategy for bachelors students transitioning into master’s program

Illustrated how to achieve success to students in over 60 weekly online blog and newsletter articles

Director of Career Services, Everest College, Burr Ridge, Illinois 2008-2010

Enhanced student professional skills by creating resume building and interviewing study guides

Developed staff training supplements and PowerPoint presentations

Directed department marketing initiative to establish 200 new employer account e-mails

Energized student commitment to the job search through developing the Inspire workshop program and training material

Fostered monthly student newsletter on alumni success stories

Admissions Advisor, Colorado Technical University Online, Downers Grove, Illinois 2006-2008

Assessed and contributed key ideas to writing new student orientation program

Special Education Instructor, SASED-Southeast School, Naperville, Illinois 2004-2006

Designed and implemented creative math curriculum

Professional Education

Western International University, Phoenix, Arizona

Master of Arts

Major: Leadership in business

Graduated with a 3.9/4.0 grade point average

Lewis University, Romeoville, Illinois

Bachelor of Arts

Major: Speech/Theater

Graduated with a 3.7/4.0 grade point average

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