TERRI PURCELLterripurcell92@gmail.com

815-954-59751249 Rick Ct, Joliet, IL 60431

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Rotating Intern October 2015 – February 2016Independent Publishing GroupChicago, IL Worked with Digital team to review and file digital book titles Utilized Title Management to find COMP book titles for upcoming season Write press releases to event vendors for Chicago Review Press Assist in editing process for Chicago Review Press Review product links on online sites Assess online sales data Insert online book reviews for seasonal titles Manage financial accounts

Editor and Community Relations January 2014 – May 2015Bronze Man BooksMillikin University, Decatur, IL• Edit children’s book My Super Sassy Spectacles• Head two successful company promotional events• Create company’s informational poster and social media strategies for company events• Review submitted works and oversee acceptance and rejection letters• Scout for future expansion projects and new authors

Professional Writing Internship January 2015 – May 2015Children’s Museum of IllinoisDecatur, IL• Remodel publishing schedule for blog site• Advertise museum events and network opportunities through weekly informational blog posts• Write and edit grants, event press releases, and thank you letters to museum sponsors• Moderate museum’s social networking websites

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in English May 2015Professional Writing FocusMillikin University, Decatur, IL GPA: 3.8/4.00 Studied at Globe Theatre in London, England August 2014 – December 2014 Ran a traveler’s blog covering travels in Ireland, Italy, and Poland• Graduated Magna Cum Laude• Dean’s List (8 semesters)• Charlene F. Wood Scholarship for Excellence in English

SKILLS AND PROFICIENCIES Proficient in Microsoft Office Familiar with programs: InDesign, Photoshop, Wordpress, social media sites Book editing and copying Public relations and marketing

MEMBERSHIPS

Alpha Chi Omega, National Sorority January 2012 – May 2015

Upsilon Chapter, Decatur, IL Newsletter Chair: Create semi-annual newsletter reporting chapter events Social Chair: Authorize and oversee all planning for Spring Formal, charity fundraisers, and other Greek social events

ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT

Featured Staff Writer August 2013 – May 2015The DecaturianMillikin University, Decatur, IL Write humorous weekly reviews on books, plays, and local restaurants Conduct thorough interviews with locals, students, and university faculty Sell ads to local businesses

Preschool Instructor May 2011 – PresentJoliet Park DistrictJoliet, IL • Lead children ages 3 – 6 in learning activities• Act as liaison between park district staff and parents• Develop lesson plans

VOLUNTEER WORK Decatur Dove Shelter Joliet Public Library Macon County Animal Shelter Easter Seals