A Brief History of Actual Jobs:

EDITORIAL CONSULTANT ROCKEFELLER PHILANTHROPY ADVISORS  (2023)

Invited to be a part of the Flannel & Blade team that helped research and write the second volume in the RPA Reimagined Philanthropy series: Volume 2: Advanced Strategies for a More Just World. Link here.

CHIEF EXPERIENCE OFFICER HAOMA (2019 - 2022)

Worked with the creative agency LAND to shape the brand narrative of this eco-luxury skincare startup, resulting in a successful initial capital raise. Brought on full-time in 2019 to lead overall brand vision, including: define and develop brand strategy and DNA; conceive and co-develop multiple product lines; create and implement product launch strategies; curate and manage creative partnerships; develop all internal and external communications materials; develop all online visual and written creative content; develop e-mail marketing strategy; concept and manage year round marketing calendar; and editorial oversight of the Haoma Journal. Link here.

LEAD COPYWRITER LAND  (2018 - 2019)

Worked closely with agency partners to develop brand-related content and copy for clients as well as in-house brands. Selected clients include: Haoma, Old Pal, Madre,  Bunkhouse Group, Universal Music Group, and Comedor. Link here.

EDITORIAL DIRECTOR ASTROLOGY.COM (2017-2019)

Worked closely with designers and product specialists to rethink the world’s largest astrology website from the ground up. Nominated in 2018 for Best Overall Design at the Digiday Publishing Awards (alongside The Washington Post, NY Mag, NowThis News). Spearheaded the creation and implementation of a new visual identity and editorial strategy, developed and oversaw a team of 20 writers and artists, created engaging daily content, and conceptualized and developed several digital hubs. Link here.

WRITER + RESEARCHER  EPIC BOUND BOOKS (2014 - 2017)

Researched, wrote, and edited manuscripts for this private book publisher of luxury family histories. Each project included: reviewing initial client interview audio along with transcripts; conducting additional interviews and follow ups related to the story; reviewing, synthesizing and incorporating provided research; conducting additional online research when necessary; providing a fully fleshed-out outline; writing and proofreading an original manuscript of approx. 4,000 words. Link here.

FOUNDING EDITOR  TRANSGRESSOR MAGAZINE (2012 – 2015)

Conceived, curated, managed, and edited all content for this online cultural magazine published by Monofonus Press. Link here.

LEGISLATIVE PROOFREADER TEXAS LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL (DEC 2012 - MAY 2013)

Proofread legislation for clarity accuracy and formatting for this nonpartisan legal organization. Filled a temporary position while legislature was in session.

AUTHOR THE KIDS ARE ALL RIGHT, CROWN PUBLISHING (FEB 2006 – 2009)

Co-authored this family memoir in which the contradicting memories of four siblings are woven to create a one of-a-kind narrative. Winner of the 2009 American Library Association's Alex Award, featured in People, O, Good Morning America, and elsewhere. Link here.

JOURNALIST + EDITOR AUSTIN CHRONICLE (NOV 2003 – 2009)

Reported news stories, interviewed prominent cultural figures, profiled local community members, and reviewed books and film. Initiated and oversaw a total redesign of the print section while creating and developing content for both web and print and managing an interactive online database. Link here.