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Communications and publications professional with 30+ years of federal government experience in customer outreach, writing/editing, and web content management/presentation. Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, and accountable.
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Communications Officer for large cadre of deployed intelligence officers (2009-present). Identifies content and independently drafts articles and edits submissions from stakeholders. Collaborates with graphic artists to develop visual aids for storytelling.
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As Communication Officer, addressed gaps in previous communications efforts and formulated new outreach strategy which includes two monthly newsletters, timely and relevant ad hoc messaging, and user-friendly website. Received multiple recognitions for exceptional performance.
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Production Manager of The World Factbook, CIA’s premier unclassified reference publication. Promoted several times with increasing responsibilities for managing daily workflow, coordinating data acquisition, researching/writing country entries, and providing in-depth substantive reviews and editorial oversight for both digital and print versions.
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Developed and managed a homeschool high school academic program; vetted and hired teachers, reviewed curriculum, coordinated class schedules, recruited students; served as volunteer for youth programs.
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Proficient in MS Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud, WordPress, and social media and video conferencing platforms
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BA Government and Politics, University of Maryland, College Park.