I offer a wide range of unique services which are tailored for each individual client. There are two basic tracks available - one is as a writer who provides the typical fare of writing, editing, researching, as well as mentoring other writers who seek an impartial sounding board. The other course of services is a compilation of promotion, branding, publicity, and events for writers, musicians, artists, non-profits, and small independent business owners.

Through the years I have planned, organized, implemented, and evaluated. I've also budgeted, publicized, photographed, designed, hosted, and coordinated. I have assuaged frayed nerves, given calming assurances encouragement, and unruffled maligned egos. I have started and operated small businesses; organized events; contracted with and coordinated vendors, volunteers, and staff. Keeping the details simple while striving for maximum impact is my overarching goal. And, for the process to be instructive and gratifying.

 

 

 

Ideas & Planning

• Needs assessments
• Development of goals/objectives
• Generating options/alternatives/solutions/directions

 

Online Presence

• Simplistic website design, utilizing traditional and blog platforms
• Development and management of website
• Creating and maintaining social networking content, such as blogs, Facebook, MySpace, Twitter.
• Development/maintenance of online newsletters and mailing lists (Constant Contact, etc.).
• Content development, including research, writing, editing
• Graphics

Note! ... I don't do "flashy" or advanced technique websites, my style is simple, to-the-point, and pleasant to the eye.

Want to have a web presence that you can easily update by email or your smart phone? I can design it, set it up for you, and show you how to post your updates ... or I can do it for you.

 

 

Public Relations

 

• Planning/developing/implementing PR strategies
• Researching/writing/distributing press releases to targeted media
• Media contact .. liaison .. event promotion
• Developing/maintaining media kits
• Schedule/facilitate press events

 

 

Event Planning

 

Planning all aspects for:

• seminars
• workshops
• conferences
• artist receptions
• book signings
• meet-and-greet, and rope-line functions

Including, but not limited to:

• Managing vendor/exhibitor/merchandiser areas
• Pre-event promotion
• Pre-event administrative assistant tasks (sending invites, tickets, etc.)
• Creation of invitations, back-stage passes, programs, and other graphics
• Hospitality suite preparation, and maintenance
• "Door monitor" duties (light security at the door, verifying guest lists)
• Hiring and managing staff, paid or volunteer

  

 

If you don't see what you need here, ask!

Work can commence before, during, and after the event - or only the during the times needed.

Sorry, I do not handle wedding-related events.

What I Do ...

 

  I can develop and complete these tasks for you ... or teach you (or your staff/assistant) how to proceed ...or we can develop a combination of the two.

  I will work within your budget.

 

Read Some of My Own Words ... here

• Nonfiction Writer
• Editor
• Researcher
• Writing Mentor

 

Need Assistance with Your Words?

 

  Need a fresh eye? I am available to edit your writing, assist with your research, or act as a sounding board.

 

 

About Me

I am a published writer who is available to assist others in their pursuit of finding the right words. Primarily my interests are in psychology, sociology, politics, music, and most nonfiction topics. My approach is relatively simple - so if you are searching for someone who can baffle with eloquent bullshit, I am not your person. I have been trained in both journalist (AP) style and in the more academic, American Psychological Association (APA) style.

CV Available Upon Request