Project manager, Writer, Editor

Barbara M. Waxer *******@*******.***

505-***-**** * 4907 Guadalupe Trail NW * Albuquerque, NM 87107

SKILLS

Award-winning writer and editor | Accomplished copyright law and media educator | Excellent communication and analytical skills | Expert in PC-based software applications | Thrives in time-critical telecommuting environments | Excellent project management skills

EXPERIENCE

Technical Writer/Developmental Editor Albuquerque, NM • 1998-present

Freelance author and Developmental Editor of computer software and Internet intellectual property textbooks for the instructional and trades markets, reaching an audience of tens of thousands per edition. Focus on multimedia software, certification, including Flash interactive training and e-learning; copyright law. Cengage Learning projects also include extensive online supplements and Web-based learning components.

Author of Adobe Flash CS5, Upgrading to Office 2010, Office Fundamentals 2010, Web 2.0, Copyright on the Internet, The Adobe CS5Web Collection, Online Skills Assessment Manager, Internet Surf and Turf: The Essential Guide to Copyright, Fair Use, and Finding Media, Adobe Photoshop Elements 7, among others.

Developmental Editor for Adobe and Microsoft products. Clients: Cengage Course Technology and Delmar Learning series. Past: Microsoft Press; Perspection Press; Pearson-Prentice Hall; and Sybex Press.

Media and Copyright Educator Albuquerque, NM • 2006-present

Adjunct faculty at Santa Fe Community College in Media Arts and Film Department. Teach copyright law, Web writing, and Adobe Acrobat to graphic artists and film students. Develop and conduct workshops for instructors and students on a copyright fair use, including finding public domain/open access media and the TEACH Act.

Systems Analyst Albuquerque, NM

Epsilon Systems Solutions (U.S. Department of Energy contractor) 1999-2000

In support of the Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Technical Training and Qualification Program, managed and developed databases, business operations, and desktop publishing systems; and wrote reports and procedures. Developed and taught seminars in support of Defense Programs divisions, with a specific focus on computer graphics, desktop publishing, business proposals, and report writing.

Director of Publishing Albuquerque, NM

TetraTech NUS (DOE contractor) 1998-1999

Managed publishing division that produced the Site-Wide Environmental Impact Statement for Sandia National Laboratories/New Mexico. Supervised production teams in multiple word-processing, design, graphics, and database applications for hardcopy, electronic, and Web-based deliverables; edited high-volume, multi-author copy while meeting constantly shifting publishing deadlines and technical requirements.

Senior Engineering Associate Albuquerque, NM

Stone & Webster Engineering Corporation (DOE contractor) 1993-1998

Provided systems analysis, training, and technical writing for environment, safety, and health; oversight; standards; and performance-based programs. As Technical Lead, managed programs, online help applications, users’ manuals, and procedures; beta-tested databases; established Internet research component and ensured superior editorial quality on deliverables. Served as database administrator for DOE-wide network application.

MANAGEMENT Albuquerque, NM • 1988-1998

Health Sciences Ethics Program (HSEP) - University of New Mexico (UNM)

Wrote grants, developed databases and Web sites, and assisted in project training and Internet research for HSEP. Developed cross-training bioethics projects between UNM Law and Medical Schools. Developed and managed Palliative Care/Hospice database and Web site.

Institute of Public Law - University of New Mexico

Responsible for grant research and writing, marketing, training, academic Internet research, and database design for the Center for Wildlife Law and the Center for Health, Law, and Ethics. The Institute houses several Centers providing legal, technical, and policy analysis and training in local, state, and federal public law projects.

HawkWatch International

Responsible for bringing stable, effective management to current operations and for developing financial and long-range planning programs. Conducted training in nonprofit management for Board of Directors and staff.

Palm Springs Media

Provided marketing, editorial, and publishing management for the National Video Buyer’s Guide (4-color,

350-pg, 100,000 press run, 50,000 list), and the Frank Sinatra Celebrity Golf Tournament Program (4-color).

Executive Director Albuquerque, NM

People Living Through Cancer (PLTC) 1989-1992

As its executive and development director, responsible for: direct mail, large donor cultivation, grant writing, and special events; maintained financial records and computerized mailing lists; and represented PLTC to public, media, funding, and government entities. Created PLTC’s first Strategic Plan, and expanded services and training to minority communities. PLTC’s budget increased 40%; direct mail donations increased 35%. Hired and supervised administrative and support services staff and volunteers, desktop publisher of the PLTC Journal.

Media Director Houston, TX Pueblo to People 1986-1987

Publishing director for quarterly four-color catalogs (100,000 press run) and database administrator (75,000 list). Provided financial analysis for product selection and placement and wrote product descriptions and editorials. Sales $1.5M. Also managed retail operations and prepared all advertising and camera-ready copy for print media. This tax-exempt educational organization distributes products for dozens of peasant and refugee organizations.

Associate Director Lansing, MI Elsie Publishing Institute (EPI)1981-1985

As coordinator of the production process for this tax-exempt job training organization, developed and directed training in desktop publishing (25,000 press runs), direct-mail fundraising, and mailing list administration. Produced special events and conferences, wrote and designed monthly newsletter, donation and member letters.

Editor Lansing, MI Michigan Legislative Service Bureau 1977-1981

The Service Bureau responds to the needs of the Michigan Legislature by publishing official legislative session and discretionary documents. Edited and proofread high-volume copy having specific and complex editorial and typographic requirements; Document Editor for official archives.

Instructor East Lansing, MI Michigan State University 1974-75; 1976-77

As Undergraduate Assistant for first-year Chinese language students, taught grammar and analysis of sentence structure and syntax and led pronunciation drills.

EDUCATION

Webster University Albuquerque, NM

Master of Arts With Distinction • National Graduate Mortar Board 1996

Major: Computer Resources and Information Management

Michigan State University East Lansing, MI

Bachelor of Arts With High Honor • Phi Beta Kappa 1977

Major: Chinese • Cognates: Anthropology, History, Philosophy

National Taiwan Normal University Taipei, Taiwan

Mandarin Training Center Language Certificate 1975-76

AWARDS

New England Book Show Award 2006 College category

Internet Surf and Turf: The Essential Guide to Copyright, Fair Use, and Finding Media (Thomson Learning 2005)

Text and Academic Authors Association Texty Award 2006 Communication/Education/Performing Arts/Visual Arts Internet Surf and Turf: The Essential Guide to Copyright, Fair Use, and Finding Media (Thomson Learning 2005)

Pacific Cultural Foundation San Francisco, CA

Asian Scholar Travel Grant to Study Chinese in Taiwan 1975

SAMPLING OF INVITED LECTURES

* League for Innovation Conference on Information Technology – Full-day Learning Session

Copyright and Digital Media: Clues You Can Use in the Classroom

* Text and Academic Authors Association Conference

* Cengage/Course Technology Conference for Instructors of Internet Technologies

* Fresco Fine Art Publishers Conference

* Delgado Community College – New Orleans - Post-Katrina eLearning Training

PROFESSIONAL and VOLUNTEER ASSOCIATIONS

Text and Academic Authors Association – Council Member

Congregation Nahalat Shalom – President and Board Member; Committee member

Cancer Survivors Offering Support – Nonprofit organizational consultant

Hospice of the Rio Grande – Nonprofit organizational consultant

SECURITY CLEARANCE

Level 3(Q)-U.S. Department of Energy 1993-2000, currently inactive

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