When asked to review, research, refresh and rewrite this Video Guide, I jumped at the chance. To accomplish this, procedures were tested and updated, the language was rewritten and simplified, the links were corrected or added upon, feedback from the team was incorporated, and additional SOPs were written as supplements to the main guide.

“Show the readers everything, tell them nothing.” Ernest Hemingway

I practiced working within a large group, communicating using interpersonal skills, and completing a lengthy business proposal update on time and within the confines of the project rules.

This technical editing sample demonstrates my ability to edit a paper copy article using conventional copy marking symbols and practices. Along with copyediting, I understand comprehensive editing style, organization, and visual design; how to use Microsoft Word to track changes on a digital copy; using markup languages (HTML, XML, and CSS) for creating online documents; and the specific mechanics of language.

To create this graduation gift, I researched options for online photo book creation software; arranged appointments with 7 couples; spent 1-2 hours on each photo shoot; used manual focus, digital photography techniques to capture each couple; organized and edited all photos within Adobe Lightroom 5; wrote a poem; collected quotes from each family member; designed a layout for the book; put it all together for print and delivery; and downloaded my favorite shots of each couple to a shared Dropbox folder. The entire project took around 2 weeks to complete from start to finish. This effort shows my creative writing ability, ability to gather information from others, design skills, knowledge of Adobe Lightroom 5, digital photography skills, posing techniques, and dedication to organizing and finishing a project in a timely manner.

For this sample, I used Canva to create several graphics for external communications. I was given license to design these charts and graphics according to AG Office standards.

This thesis entitled “Using Self-Management to Enhance Education” discusses in 32 pages my primary research on considering how to improve learning methods for elementary students with autism. This project shows my abilities to examine and conduct research using various methods, creating conclusions based on that research, and compiling my thoughts into a cogent paper using accurate and professional writing.

This article, entitled “4 lessons I’ve learned from battling my son’s autism,” was an assignment for my TWC 421 class. Aside from being graded, this post was also submitted to the editor of FamilyShare.com to be reviewed and possibly included on that site. I chose a subject that was near and dear to my heart while keeping a consistent length, style, and tone with the articles already published on that site.

Using Adobe InDesign, I created a marketing brochure and logo following specifications set by Arizona State University advertising their Bachelor of Science in Graphic Information Technology program.

Both while researching and writing this marketing document, I developed core skills including: communication with my audience and subject matter experts, creating captivating content, an understanding of social media formats and multimedia in online content, and creativity.

This interactive document was created using Adobe InDesign and displays not only my personal interest in music, but my ability to make information come alive using design, photography, and hyperlinks.

This one-page infographic showcases my ability to create using design and topography principles and Adobe InDesign.

This is a year-long project that I recently completed for the Utah Attorney General's Office. It involves communicating and collaborating with all AGO Divisions, gathering and organizing their submissions, editing and ensuring all match the AGO Style Guide, creating a designed document within Adobe InDesign, completing an extensive copy editing and approval process, and publishing it online to the AGO website.