vElisa Diane Wallacev
v629 East Tremont Avenue, Apt.#2, Charlotte, NC 28203, cell: 910-200-4915 email:
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Education
Savannah College of Art and Design June 2011
Master of Fine Arts in Professional Writing
University of North Carolina at Wilmington May 2003
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies/ Spanish
Professional Experience
Freelance Writer May 2003-Present
Elisa Diane Wallace
Forsyth Family, Forsyth Woman, Forsyth Woman Engaged, Liberty Life Magazine, Modern Parent, Mosaic Magazine, District, Savannah Magazine, South Magazine, Shaping Savannah and Trazzler.com. Published Unpack, a lyrical memoir, under the Savannah College of Art and Design’s university publishing house.
Marketing Manager Oct 2012-April 2013
Townsquare Interactive
Charlotte, NC
Teacher’s Assistant Aug. 2010- Dec. 2010
Savannah College of Art and Design
Savannah, GA
Writing Intern Jan. 2010- May 2010
Savannah Magazine
Savannah, GA
Marketing Manager Oct. 2008- Mar. 2009
Fernico, LLC
Charlotte, NC
Customer Service Representative Mar. 2007- Feb. 2008
Charlotte New Home Guide
Charlotte, NC
Marketing Coordinator Jan. 2006- Dec. 2006
Eastwood Homes
Charlotte, NC
Account Coordinator Feb. 2005-Dec. 2005
PR Newswire
Charlotte, NC
Public Relations Coordinator May 2003- May 2004
Coastal Communities
Holden Beach, NC
Publications
“Fantastic Father’s Day Crafts,” Forsyth Woman, June 2013
“Summer-ize your home,” Forsyth Woman, June 2013
“Not your average Father’s Day Brunch,” Forsyth Woman, June 2013
“North Carolina’s Democratic Political Director, Douglas Wilson, ready to open new doors for party,” Mosaic Magazine, May 2013
“Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Favorites,” Forsyth Woman, May 2013
“Pope Jorge Mario Bergoglio: The New Roman Catholic Leader,” Forsyth Family, May 2013
“Bringing the Outside In!” Forsyth Woman May 2013
“Jada Grandy: Taking Fifth Third Bank to the Next Level,” Mosaic Magazine, April 2013
“A Lighter Picnic Menu,” Forsyth Woman, April 2013
“Easter Events in the Twin City,” Forsyth Woman, April 2013
“Darrell Wallace helps change the face of NASCAR,” Mosaic Magazine, March 2013”
“Discovering the History of St. Patrick’s Day,” Forsyth Family, March 2013
“Moore Storage: Providing “Moore” Quality Storage for Less,” Forsyth Family, March 2013
“An Irish Feast,” Forsyth Woman, March 2013
“Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids,” Forsyth Woman, February 2013
“Understanding Valentine’s Day,” Forsyth Woman, February 2013
“Delectable Valentine’s Day Desserts,” Forsyth Family, February 2013
“YMCA offers fitness for the entire family,” Forsyth Woman, January 2013
“Kick start 2013 with a Healthy Winter Lunch!” Forsyth Woman, January 2013
“A Cookie Swap Party,” Forsyth Woman, December 2012
“Budget-friendly Holiday Décor” Forsyth Family, December 2012
“Exploring Holiday Traditions in Winston-Salem,” Forsyth Woman
“A Twist on a Traditional Thanksgiving Feast,” Forsyth Woman, November 2012
“Simplemente Spanish promotes learning Spanish through conversation,” Forsyth Woman, November 2012
“A Christmas Cookie Swap!” Forsyth Woman, December 2012
“Exploring all Holiday Celebrations in Winston-Salem” Forsyth Woman, December 2012
“Budget-Friendly Holiday Décor,” Forsyth Family, December 2012
“Ghosts, Zombies, Vampires, OH MY!” Forsyth Woman, October 2012
“A Pumpkin Fall Lunch,” Forsyth Woman, October 2012
“An Apple-licious Brunch,” Forsyth Woman, September 2012
“Co-Pastors Kelly and Joe Moore reveal their difficult yet inspiring journey towards adoption,” Forsyth Family, September 2012
“Children enjoy swimming all year round with the YMCA TYDE swim team,” Forsyth Family, August 2012
“Hip Chics Boutique continues to be proud Trollbeads retailer,” Forsyth Woman, July 2012
“Let’s ask the Nanny: Free-Range Children,” Modern Parent, July 2012
“Swimsuit Ready!” Forsyth Woman, June 2012
“YMCA’s swim lessons prepare children of all ages,” Forsyth Family, June 2012
“The Carriage House caters to both new and familiar patrons,” Forsyth Family, June 2012
“Let’s ask the Nanny: Getting Organized for Summer!” Modern Parent, May 2012
“Canadian pastor continue female legacy at Fries Moravian Church,” Forsyth Family, May 2012
“Mother/Daughter team brings unique balance to Classic Consignments,” Forsyth Woman, May 2012
“Let’s ask the Nanny: Nanny Etiquette Continued,” Modern Parent, April 2012
“Budget friendly facial treatments,” Forsyth Woman Engaged!, April 2012
“Discover unique items at Yours Truly,” Forsyth Woman, April 2012
“Celebrating Winston-Salem as the Easter City,” Forsyth Family, April 2012
“Explore Elizabeth’s at Hanes Park,” Forsyth Woman, April 2012
“Let’s ask the Nanny: Nanny Etiquette,” Modern Parent, March 2012
“March of Dimes helps area children “Survive and Thrive,” Forsyth Family, March 2012
“Triad Hot Yoga brings a new exercise alternative to Robinhood YMCA,” Forsyth Family, March 2012
“Racing towards spring in the Triad,” Forsyth Woman, March 2012
“Cycling through the Twin City,” Forsyth Woman, February 2012
“Countless family-friendly activities offered at Pilot Mountain,” Forsyth Family, February 2012
“2520 Tavern offers customers affordable and delicious fare,” Forsyth Family, February 2012
“Fresh Air Carpet Care: A Quicker, Cleaner and Greener Approach,” Forsyth Family, January 2012
“Not your average white high heels!” Forsyth Woman Engaged, December 2011
“Saving money on the wedding bar tab,” Forsyth Woman Engaged, December 2011
“Vernells Incorporated gives back to children in need this holiday season,” Forsyth Family, December 2011
“Enjoy learning about Peruvian culture while shopping at Inca’s Treasure,” Forsyth Woman, December 2011
“Kick into the Holidays with boots from Rivertrail Mercantile!” Forsyth Woman, November 2011
“Bowling a Strike against Old Man Winter,” Liberty Life Magazine, December 2010
“Escape to Reynolds Mansion on Sapelo Island,” South Magazine, July/August 2010
“Media Liberator,” Savannah Magazine, July/August 2010
“Summertime…It’s easy living in the Coastal Empire,” Savannah Magazine, July/ August 2010
“Party with Panache,” Savannah Magazine, July/ August 2010
“Palate Pleasers,” Savannah Magazine, July/August 2010
“Custom Caring: Volunteering has never been easier, thanks to this local nonprofit,” Savannah Magazine, July/ August 2010
“Summertime is Sublime,” Savannah Magazine, May/June 2010
“Jonathan Olivares: Terminator,” SavannahMagazine.com, May/June 2010
“The Fashion Show: Take 1,” SavannahMagazine.com, May/June 2010
“The Fashion Show: Take 2,” SavannahMagazine.com, May/June 2010
“The Fashion Show: Take 3,” SavannahMagazine.com, May/June 2010
“Celebrities from all over mingled at SCAD Fashion Show,” SavannahMagazine.com. May/June 2010
“Cycling through the Hostess City,” Shaping Savannah, May 2010
“R.A.D.S. arms women for self-defense,” District, April 2010
“Liberty County Civic Groups continue to serve as a ‘Beacon of Hope’ for all those in need,” Liberty Life Magazine, March 2010
“Pappas Properties hosts Realtor event highlighting one of the fastest selling community in southwest Charlotte, Berewick,” Charlotte New Home Guide, October 2008
“Historic Preservation was a Key Element in Developing the Stunning Cedarvale Farm,” Charlotte New Home Guide, September 2008
“Centro Cityworks Changes Name but Continues to provide top quality yet affordable living in Uptown Area,” Charlotte New Home Guide, February 2008
“Homelife Communities celebrates the opening of new community, Pelham Pointe alongside welcoming Vice President of Marketing, Kyle Rush to the Charlotte market,” Charlotte New Home Guide, January 2008
“Eastwood Homes Unveils their Newest Community, The Vineyards, during Taste of Triad Event,” Charlotte New Home Guide, August 2006
“Eastwood Homes has made Surfing the Internet Easier,” Charlotte New Home Guide, January 2006
“Coastal Communities award $34,000 to Sunshine Transitions Program,” Star News, December 10, 2003
“Coastal Communities teams with Sunshine Transitions,” Brunswick Beacon, November 13, 2003
“Rivers Edge Golf and Plantation Offers Nature Recreation and Splendid Living,” Star News, November 8, 2003
“Ribbon-Cutting Launches Seascape Marina Facility,” The Greater Wilmington Business, October 2003
“Ribbon-Cutting Launches Seascape Marina Facility,” State Port Pilot, September 17, 2003
“Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Launched,” Brunswick Beacon, September 11, 2003
“Marina is born at Seascape,” Brunswick Beacon, August 28, 2003
“Seascape at Holden Plantation: A Treasure by the Sea in Brunswick County,” Star News, August 9, 2003
“Seascape at Holden Plantation Revealed,” Star News, August 9, 2003
“Holden Team wins First at ‘Got’Em’On Classic,’” State Port Pilot, July 23, 2003
“Spotlight on Brunswick County: Community on River has Golf Course,” Sun News, July 3, 2003
“9th Hole at Rivers Edge,” Brunswick Beacon, July 2003
Seminars and Workshops
Teaching the Arts Workshops, Savannah College of Art and Design, Fall 2010
Professional Activities
Savannah Book Festival, Volunteer, February 2010
Scholarships and Honors
SCAD Honors Graduate Scholarship, September 2009- June 2011
SCAD Student Opportunity Scholarship, September 2009- June 2011
University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW), Dean’s Honor Society, June 2003
Founder of Communication Studies Society (CSS) At UNCW, September 2001-June 2003
Community Memberships
Queen Bees of Charlotte, Co-Founder, 2011-Present
RAIN’s “Dining with Friends,” Host (Regional Aids Interfaith Network), October 2012
Latin American Woman’s Association, Member, September 2012-Present
Blondes vs. Brunettes Charlotte Powderpuff League: Benefiting Alzheimer's Association, Player, May 2012, May 2013
Charlotte Running Club, Member, 2007-2012
Savannah Humane Society, Member, 2009-2011
Savannah Book Festival, Organizer, 2009-2011
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), Member, 2009-2012
Charlotte Humane Society, 2007-2008
Barefoot Sports, 2005-2007
Language Skills
Fluent in Spanish and English
Technical Skills
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Outlook, Access, Adobe Software, Factiva, Lotus Notes, Oracle, Pagemaker and Dreamweaver
Related Additional Skills:
Social Media Marketing, Market Research, Event Planning, Speech Writing, Technical Writing, Writing for the Web, New Media Research, Report Writing, Copy Writing, Media Buying, University Teaching, Direct Marketing, Freelance Writing, Non-Profit Marketing, Multimedia Journalism
References
Provided upon request.