Dynamic, media savvy marketing and management professional.

Objective

Seeking a Civilian Military or Federal position as a Public Affairs Specialist responsible for planning and implementing public information; media, intergovernmental and Congressional relations.

Areas of Expertise

■ Administrative and Operations Management ■ Community and Media Relations

■ News and Information Dissemination ■ Promotions and Event Development

■ Distribution Planning and Logistics ■ Corporate Communications

■ Program Coordination ■ Strategic Business Initiatives

■ Public Speaking ■ Security and Surveillance

Professional History

Chicago Defender Publishing – 2007- Present

Chicago, IL

Guest Blogger/Reviewer

2007 - Present

Freelance writer contributing original content for chicagodefender.com covering mens fashion, sports, arts and entertainment. Also provided reviews of films, books and theatrical performances.

Circulation Manager

2007 - Present

Developed strategic initiatives designed to expand circulation and pioneered new market ingress for the nation’s oldest African American newspaper.

Ares International Security- Darien, IL

U.S. Department of Energy Protective Force Security Officer

2007

Performed assigned duties as a Federally Contracted Security Officer assigned to Argonne National Laboratory. Responsible for patrolling the site to ensure public safety while recognizing potential threats to sensitive or classified material and facilities.

The Community Renewal Society – 2001-2006

Chicago, IL

Circulation Manager - 2006

o Catalyst-Chicago

o The Chicago Reporter Magazine

Coordinated the circulation and distribution of the Chicago Reporter and Catalyst-Chicago magazines. Produced periodic market analysis reports for the publishers, editors and foundations.

Assistant Producer and Co-Host City Voices 2004-2006

Produced and co-hosted a monthly public affairs radio program broadcast on WNUA-FM. Developed content and researched segment concepts in addition to coordinating guest appearances.

Circulation and Marketing Manager

2001-2006

oThe Chicago Reporter Magazine

Developed circulation and marketing campaigns for an award winning investigative magazine. Produced programs and events designed to increase visibility and foster favorable public relations. Created and maintained a revised subscriber database.

Newcity Communications, Inc. – 1996-2001

Chicago, IL

Circulation Manager

1998-2001

Managed circulation and distribution of a weekly arts and entertainment magazine with a circulation of 70,000. Supervised independent contractors, staff drivers and administrative staff. Monitored the performance of routes and distributors through premium positioning. Negotiated outdoor fixture placement with local municipalities.

Personals Manager

1997-1998

Supervised the editorial content for the weekly "Modern Romance" and "None of The Above" features appearing in Newcity Magazine. Created the "Modern Romance on the Road" event series, including 'Reggae Rendezvous' and “Romance Bootcamp.”

Advertising Operations Assistant

1996-1997

Conceptualized ground-breaking print advertising campaigns, while coordinating direct mail programs. Revised the client database and negotiated contracts in addition to providing administrative support to the Advertising Operations Manager.

Education and Training

PERC Certified

State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

United States Department of Energy Protective Force

Security Officer Training

Bachelor of Arts - Double Major

Speech, Communications and Theater Arts

Minor: Behavioral Science

Eureka College ▪ Eureka, Illinois [1986]

Certified Operations Manager

AMC Midwest Management Academy Kansas City ▪ Missouri [1989]

Certified Community Producer

Continental Cablevision ▪ Palatine, Illinois [1992]

Retail Management and Merchandising Certification

Marshalls Management Training Program ▪ Arlington Hts. ▪ Illinois [1994]

Completion of Comedy Sketch Writing Program

Second City Training Center ▪ Chicago ▪ Illinois [2002]

Detailed resume, references, personal appearances and salary history available upon request.

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