Sarah’s Resume
SARAH KEECH
SarahKeech@aol.com ~ (971) 533-0012
Summary of Qualifications
* More than 10 years of professional journalism experience for online, print and broadcast media
* Strong writing, editing and production skills
* Ability to meet strict deadlines, oversee multiple projects and remain organized
Professional Experience
Contributor, Los Angeles, CA and Portland, OR
January 2008 to Current
Freelance Writer, Editor and Web Producer
Contributing writer, editor and producer for several websites, publications, applications and media organizations (AOL, Salon, Hollywood Patch, UrbanDig, Stumptown Lunch). Requires conducting independent research, interviewing subjects and submitting all material on deadline.
Hollywood Entertainment/Reel.com, Wilsonville, OR
March 2007 to December 2007
Web Producer/Writer
Wrote and edited movie reviews, feature articles and additional entertainment content for both Hollywood Video and Reel.com. Coordinated movie and DVD release schedule and our coverage plans. Managed freelance writers who contributed on a twice-weekly basis. Copyedited and copy-wrote technical content for new Web sites, including proposed online video rental and eCommerce sites.
OregonLive.com, Portland, OR
January 2007 to April 2007
Assistant News Producer
Managed and produced content for Oregon’s most popular news Web site. Supervised incoming content from the Oregonian, breaking news sources, real-time news blogs and newswires to put together a well-balanced and up to date Web site. Position required strong news judgment, self-direction, HTML and content management system knowledge as well as copyediting and writing skills.
Idaho State Journal, Pocatello, ID
October 2003 to September 2004
Features Editor
Responsible for coordinating feature coverage for daily newspaper on a variety of rotating topics including food, fashion, travel, entertainment, health and business. Created comprehensive weekly entertainment magazine, which included planning original content as well as managing staff and freelance writers, design and layout. As the youngest member of the newspaper’s editorial board, attended weekly board meetings and wrote regular editorials. Additionally, coordinated special publications and worked on developing the newspaper’s online presence and outreach.
USAToday.com, McLean, VA
June 2002 to October 2003
Assistant News Director/Assistant Life Editor
Worked with the entire USA Today newsroom staff to manage the home page and multiple news pages in a 24-hour newsroom environment. Assisted in breaking several news stories for the Web site, including the discovery of Elizabeth Smart, the start of the Iraq War, the Lacey Peterson trial, the Beltway sniper situation and the destruction of Space Shuttle Columbia. Coordinated with newspaper and presentation staff to develop “packaged” multimedia features and content. After a promotion to the Life section, wrote weekly column on pop culture trends.
ChannelOne.com, Los Angeles, CA
March 2001 to October 2001
News Writer and Editor
Coordinated, wrote and copyedited news articles and feature content on a daily basis for the Web site affiliated with Channel One News, a youth-oriented televised news program. Worked closely with broadcast news team to manage daily news coverage as well as planned special Web exclusives. Produced interactive features, including audio, video, photo galleries, contests and polls.
Thirsty.com, Los Angeles, CA
February 2000 to October 2000
Lead Section Producer
First editor hired to manage one of the first youth-oriented social networking Web sites created. Worked with creative team to develop tone and content structure prior to Web site’s launch, and continued to expand site once it was launched. Wrote and edited content for the site. Updated Web site with original content from staff and freelance writers multiple times per day.
National Journal’s Hotline, Washington, DC
October 1999 to February 2000
Staff Writer
Researched and wrote articles on the lighter side of Washington’s political and journalism scene on a daily basis for prominent Web-based publication. Interviewed political and media professionals for weekly column. Worked with staff to cull political news from local, national and international news sources for daily briefing report. Conducted research and writing for special projects and packaged content.
The Weekly Standard, Washington, DC
November 1998 to October 1999
Editorial Assistant
Assisted entire editorial staff of prominent weekly political magazine. Copyedited and fact-checked articles, prepared magazine layout, coordinated with national publishing houses for book reviews, transcribed manuscripts and served as the contact for all freelance writers.
Other Relevant Experience
I have additionally written and reported on a variety topics for many publications and businesses, including Salon, The WB television network, the Office of U.S. Senator Mike DeWine, GOPAC, Student.com, ChickClick.com, Voter.com, On The Mall magazine, the Oregon Daily Emerald, McMenamins and StumptownLunch.com.
Education
University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon
Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and minor in Communications Studies