Skills
Creative
Writing
I am expert at communicating with words. My writing is clear and my meaning easily understood. I can write ads for print, copy for brochures and websites, and even ghostwrite a book if required. I have done all this and more.
I can write, record, and edit an effective radio ad quickly.
Design
I have experience designing logos, book covers, posters, print ads, campaign buttons, and more. My designs will help get your message across quickly without words.
I created feng shui mandalas which are beautiful art prints created from collages of digital photographs of symbols which I took and then manipulated in PhotoShop to create the finished print. See http:www.fengshuimandalas.com.
Marketing
I am an idea girl. I can help you think up a new name for a product, a marketing strategy, or a new way of doing business. Then I can help implement our ideas.
Technical
Web Building
Every business needs a website but most small businesses don't have the staff or expertise to create the right site for them. I can work with you to help decide what you need, build the site, and then train you to maintain it or I can do that too.I have over 15 years experience building small business websites using a variety of software. I am also experienced in search engine optimization and design. And on-line marketing strategies.
Office Software
If you need an exceptional presentation, I can create it.I have thorough knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite including Publisher and Project. I am an expert in PowerPoint.
Design Software
I have over 15 years experience using PhotoShop and CorelDraw on a daily basis. I also have knowledge of Adobe Illistrator and InDesign and have used Pagemaker and Framemaker for clients.
Video and Audio Editing
I have experience editing audio with Audacity and have knowledge of other audio editing software. I have experience editing video with Adobe Premiere but I currently have and use Pinnacle for video editing.
Public Speaking/teaching
I recently created and taught two seminar classes; Toss the Toxins, about how to make natural cleaning products at home and Build Your Business with a Book, about how to improve business by self-publishing on Amazon.com. I have also taught seminars for military officers when I was employed by the Department of the Army.I am an amateur actor who enjoys performing for a crowd and my experience as a radio host and producer makes me adept at thinking on my feet in unexpected situations.
Versatility
I have a wide range of interests and skills and I pride myself on my ability to adapt to changing circumstances and needs. I am a multi-tasker who thrives in a fast paced, deadline driven environment but also values quiet contemplation.Community and Customer Relations
I am a trained facilitator who has experience helping groups reach consensus.When I worked as a contractor for the Missile Defense Agency, one of my assignments was to find a way to develop positive relationships with individuals known as "hard to get along with" as our success depended on peoples' willingness to share information with us. I soon discovered that I enjoy getting along with difficult people.
I have experience dealing successfully with people from all walks of life from the janitor at a public event to an admiral in charge of missile testing and anyone in between.
I am active in my community and believe in the importance of building bridges between people with differing ideas and backgrounds.