Jennie Knapp
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EXPERIENCE
Proposal Specialist (Nov. 2011–Feb. 2014)
Data Recognition Corporation (DRC), Brooklyn Park, MN
  • Wrote technical copy and edited copy from contributing writers for federal and state proposals. 
  • Developed proposal outlines and determined writing assignments. 
  • Edited and formatted technical reports.
  • Researched new business opportunities.

Copywriter/Copy Editor
(April 2010–Nov. 2011)
Gopher Sport Catalog, Gopher Sport, Owatonna, MN
  • Collaborated with merchandising and creative departments to write and edit copy for 400+ page product catalog and website. 
  • Wrote and edited supplemental materials including activity ideas, assembly instructions, and web promotions. 
  • Developed creative names for new product lines. 
  • Kept website current with the latest product information.

Associate Editor (Nov. 2007–April 2010)
Window Fashion Vision Magazine (circulation 50,000), Grace McNamara Inc., White Bear Lake, MN
  • Promoted from Assistant Editor to Associate Editor within one year of joining company. 
  • Wrote and edited feature articles and promotional materials including press releases, newsletters, and website copy. 
  • Served as editor for all company-produced materials, ensuring materials were professional and free of error. 
  • Managed annual international design competition.

Creative Writer/Graphic Designer/Project Manager (Feb. 2006–Nov. 2007)
Eniva Corporation (nutraceutical marketing company), Blaine, MN
  • Worked directly with senior management to write and edit majority of company-produced materials. 
  • Took on additional role as project manager in order to streamline marketing department procedures and projects. 
  • Provided support to graphic designers by taking on the smaller-scale graphic design projects. 
  • Provided PowerPoint and audio/technical support for major conferences and events.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
  • Production Assistant, YMCA Corporate, Minneapolis, MN (Feb. 2005–Feb. 2006)
  • Intern Reporter, Press Publications, White Bear Lake, MN (Fall 2004)
  • Marketing and Creative Services Intern, North Heights Lutheran Church, Roseville, MN (Summer 2004)
  • Arts and Entertainment Editor/Copy Editor, Northwestern College student newspaper (2002–2004)
  • Customer Service/Call Center Representative, Target, Shoreview Community Center, Direct Buy (1999–2005)

AREAS OF EXPERTISE
  • Writing engaging copy for various mediums including magazines, catalogs, newspapers, marketing materials, blogs, and websites.
  • Interviewing business owners and design personalities for feature articles.
  • Editing copy for style, grammar, and spelling. Extensive knowledge of AP style, Chicago style, and proofreading marks.
  • Providing graphic design and photo editing support for a variety of marketing materials.
  • Communicating with publication’s readership, advertisers, and industry experts.
  • Collaborating with editorial, art, sales, and management departments to produce high-quality materials.

TECHNICAL SKILLS
  • Adobe Acrobat Pro
  • Excel
  • InDesign
  • Mac and Windows Platforms
  • Microsoft Word
  • Outlook
  • Photoshop
  • PowerPoint
  • QuarkXPress
  • Visio

EDUCATION
B.A.–Communication/Journalism
Northwestern College, Roseville, MN
• Graduated Summa Cum Laude, 3.92 cumulative GPA, Dean’s List, Highest Honors