J.J. KUNKLE
751 S Park St
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
937-608-3145
jj@copycatediting.us
OBJECTIVE
Obtain freelance communications projects.
Summary of Qualifications
Exceptional, dynamic writer, proofreader, and editor with experience ranging from local magazines to nationally-read publications and corporate and non-profit literature such as proposals, grants, and reports. A versatile, results-driven individual who adapts quickly to changing priorities while remaining focused on the big picture. Energetic manager with strong communication skills who collaborates effectively with all organizational levels.
SKILLS:
▷ Writing
▷Proofreading
▷ Newsletters
▷ Editing
▷ Blogger
▷ Press Releases
▷ Deadline Oriented
▷ AP and CMOS Style
▷ Brochures
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Copy Cat Copy Editing and Proofreading Services, LLC
Owner
Freelance writer and editor. I’ve worked with school systems, transportation companies, and start-up companies, editing proposals, reports, brochures, and menus. I also run a blog and am familiar with all social media platforms.
Healthplan Magazine – The American Association of Health Plans – Washington, D.C.
Managing Editor
Oversaw the magazine’s production, from concept to editing to layout, design, and proofreading. Collaborated with a cross-functional team of 25 people, including editors, writers, graphic designers, and advertisers, to ensure publication was ready for print. Responsible for editing a 32-page print publication for a national audience. Conducted research and revised articles to ensure publication clarity, accuracy, and consistency.
- Proofed and edited all articles for the magazine
- Managed a pool of freelance writers
- Recruited new freelance writers
- Helped to generate article ideas and research methods
- Managed each issue to ensure it was on time and under budget
- Collaborated with graphic designers to ensure quality and style
- Worked with our advertising agency to make sure our advertisers were satisfied
- Handled all billing for advertising
- Worked with each area of the association to keep abreast of news in the world of health insurance
Southeast Ohio Magazine – Ohio University, Athens, OH Assistant Editor
Wrote and edited local interest stories for grammatical style, accuracy, and clarity. Worked with the other editors to write clear, concise, and engaging headlines and captions.
- Contributed local interest articles to the publication
- Collaborated with fellow graduate students to generate and choose images and graphics for the publication
Office of the Secretary of Transportation, U.S. Department of Transportation – Washington, D.C.
Public Relations and Communications Specialist
- Worked directly with the Secretary of Transportation to promote the U.S. Department of Transportation.
- Wrote, edited, posted, and released speeches, press releases, and media advisories
- Assisted the Secretary of Transportation (Sec. Rodney Slater and Sec. Norman Mineta) with media interviews, video shoots, and conferences
- Managed the clips department staff and the Media Center
- Pitched stories and press conferences to national media
- Arranged media interviews for the Secretary of Transportation
- Created and maintained the public affairs portion of the USDOT website
- Monitored print and broadcast media for DOT and transportation news coverage
- Assisted camera crews and reporters during press conferences
- Audio-edited speeches and seminars to provide sound bites to television and radio stations
Greene County Children Services – Xenia, OH
Public Relations Specialist
The public face of Greene County Children Services. Developed and oversaw public relations for the agency.
- Handled all media calls/inquiries
- Wrote all public agency communications (press releases, fact sheets, brochures)
- Planned events to promote agency awareness
- Worked with community partners on awareness campaigns and donation drives
- Created and managed the budget for the public relations department
- Represented the agency at the local Chamber of Commerce meetings
- Worked closely with County Commissioners on the agency image
- Wrote, edited, and designed four newsletters (one internal, three external) using Adobe InDesign
- Brokered all ad sales, print jobs, and web management
- Chaired a statewide committee of Public Information Officers from public child welfare agencies
- Assisted staff with wellness goals and implemented employee wellness programs in this high-stress environment
Fitness Columnist, The Old Town Crier, Alexandria, VA
Writer, Remodeling Magazine, Washington, D.C.
Writer, Around the Table: A Community Dialogue (community newsletter), Athens, Ohio
EDUCATION
Master of Science, Communications/Journalism
Ohio University, Scripps School of Journalism Athens, Ohio
Bachelor of Arts, English
Ohio University Athens, Ohio
Women’s Studies (Minor)
Poynter Institute/ACES – The Society for Editing
Certificate of Editing