United States
Award-winning writer and strategic thinker with a background in art and design. I specialize in mission-driven branding, marketing, and communications content that drives real-world impact. My mission is to build genuine, lasting connections with clients and teams to deliver authentic, powerful narratives.
Below are select samples of my work.
Advancement, Donors & Philanthropy
CU Boulder's vast and historically valuable Glenn Miller collection is set to take the spotlight, thanks to a philanthropy-funded archiving project. Miller attended CU Boulder before becoming one of the most successful big band musicians of the 20th century.
For 24 hours on March 6, Buffs everywhere will unite behind CU Boulder students and researchers as they lead, innovate and make their impact felt like never before. Learn more about CU Boulder's annual giving day.
"The arts give joy and meaning to life, and I'm so pleased that Roe Green has chosen to support CU Boulder and the surrounding community in such a creative and meaningful way," said CU Boulder Chancellor Phil DiStefano.
Upon moving to Colorado, Woodman persuaded the city of Boulder in 1954 to open a recreational ceramics program that grew from seven students to 400 in 15 years.
Alumni honor the legacy of their mother—a single parent of six who prioritized education and tirelessly strived to provide better opportunities for her children—through a memorial scholarship endowment.
A feature story highlighting how the support of generous donors and patient simulators offer student nurses access to important training at the College of Nursing’s Clinical Performance Lab.
Advocacy, Equity and Inclusion, & Social Justice
Profile article graduate student Kedrick Armstrong, who is gaining national recognition as a musical conductor. An advocate for classical music performance and publication, plus the preservation of the voices of musicians of color, Armstrong is passionate about bringing recognition to Black female composers.
Alum profile featuring Derrick Belgarde, executive director of the Chief Seattle Club. Together with his team, they strive to support a mission of providing sacred space to nurture, affirm and strengthen the spirit of urban Native people.
A current STEM student profile piece featuring a teaching assistant/artist/aspiring doctor who contributed to Seattle University's first Racial Equity Summit.
Feature story profiling new deans and vice presidents who exemplify and elevate the University of Seattle's commitment to inclusive excellence.
2022 CASE Circle of Excellence award-winning profile piece I wrote about a young alum. Involved an in-depth interview and ongoing communication with alum for latest updates ahead of publishing.
An article celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Office of Multicultural Affairs at Seattle University. As senior writer of this piece, I collaborated with university's head librarian, researched historical content, and conducted interviews with leaders of the past and present.
A faculty profile piece highlighting how a Social Work professor and restaurant co-owner is making a difference in her community. I met with the subject for an interview and provided creative direction for main photo.
Health, Science & Tech
Charles W. Hull was named among the 2023 recipients of the National Medal of Technology and Innovation for his exemplary achievements in technology and innovation through his invention of 3D printing.
Coloradan Conversations, a uniquely CU Boulder event, returned in 2023 with a focus on the mental health crisis among young adults. I attended the evening event and produced this post-event recap by the following afternoon.
Astrodynamicist and space environmentalist Moriba Jah (MAeroEngr’01; PhD’05) is among the prestigious 25-member cohort of the 2022 MacArthur Fellows Program.
Alum profile featuring Per Anderson, ’21, a civil engineering alum who enhanced his career path with internships, shares his perspective on building a career in Seattle.
Locally and nationally, College of Nursing Assistant Professor Kumhee Ro, RN, DNP, ARNP, is leading the charge to diversify the nursing profession.
Albers School of Business and Economics alum Ryan Schmid, '07 MBA, recognizes social, mental and physical health correlate within every fact of one's life.
Faculty, students and recent alumni collaborate with start-up to support solutions for early detection and treatment of severe infant jaundice.
An overview of the creation of a cutting-edge computer science facility, featuring a laboratory and a central hub for campus-wide student collaboration.
Alumna Katjarina (Katja) Hurt, ’13 MAPS, combines faith with healing as a chaplain for first responders.
Digital, Video Scripts & Web Content
Worked as a freelance Web Content Writer and Fact-Checker on portions of Seattle University's new website. Created content; copy edited; and migrated and built new department pages to meet June 2024 website launch date.
Monthly email newsletter distributed to CU Boulder alumni and donors. I was responsible for project management, writing content and acquiring imagery and ads from campus partners.
Wrote script and art directed imagery, graphics, voiceovers and music for videographer. Presented business case for executive director for approval.
Collaborated with in-house and freelance videographers and wrote script based on existing video footage. Assisted in providing direction on visuals.
Web content for Coloradan Conversations quarterly on-campus event.
The MiniMax expansion team includes Student Waste Diversion Coordinator Audrey Taber and MiniMax Program Assistants Todd Carey and Kevin Terrado. Taber is a current UW student, Terrado a recent alumnus and Carey has worked at other departments at the UW.
Blog article analyzing a survey about how UW community commutes to campus. Required breaking down data points into engaging and easy to understand format. Interviewed department director and manager to infuse a human perspective of what survey findings mean and why they matter.
Educational & Marketing Materials
Copywriter for tagline "Time to follow the herd home."
The annual President's Report is an important resource distributed to secondary school leadership across the country. The 2020 edition was the final printed piece before the university transitioned to a digital format. My credits include senior writer, contributing copy editor and proofreader.
Wrote copy and designed insert card that provides staff instructions on how to use MiniMax containers.
Developed Philadelphia Magazine ad concept, copy, and design layout during the Great Recession for University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education Admissions.
My role as writer in this Seattle University Admissions pieces includes interviewing subjects for select profile pieces, updating select spread headlines and researching statistical data for accuracy.
Developed Philadelphia Magazine advertisement concept, copy, and design layout for University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education. The ad was recognized as "The Best in Philly," awarded by Philadelphia Magazine.
Developed Philadelphia Magazine advertisement concept, copy, and design layout for University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education.
Created layout, copy and managed production for six poster designs featured on sides of Smart Bigbelly waste, recycling and compost bins located throughout campus.
Created poster copy and design of this University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education poster campaign posted on Philadelphia regional rail commuter trains.