SARAH A. STRASBURG

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Driven young professional who thrives in a fast-paced, changing environment. Exceptional English skills including AP Style.Proven project management skills:three SEO websites, two multimedia marketing videos, five annual reports. Published research incrisis and risk management.

PROFESSIONAL WORK HISTORY

Graduate Research AssistantAugust 2014-present

University of MissouriColumbia, Missouri

  • Developing a tool to aid decision makers in strategic conflict management by using quantitative

measures.

  • Invited to present at International Public Relations Research Conference in Miami, Florida in March

2015. Publication pending. Lead author.

Contract CommunicationsAugust 2008-May 2010 &

Marketing DirectorSeptember 2011-July 2014

Minot Area Development CorporationMinot, North Dakota

  • Published targeted e-newsletter with read rate 25% above the industry standard.
  • Increased annual media coverage by 50%, an estimated value of $25,000.
  • Partnered with Telemark County, Norway, to create networking event with key state legislators and

potential petroleum industry partners.

  • Managed relations with advertising agency for website development, updating marketing materials, more.
  • Communications: Responsible for copy in marketing material, e-newsletters, web communications, etc.
  • Marketing: Conducted target marketing campaigns involving online methods, personal selling and direct

mailing, tradeshows.

  • Business development:Built rapport & relationships with international and national potential clients.

Computer ClerkMay 2011-August 2011

U.S. Department of AgricultureColumbia, Missouri

  • Edited approximately 30 academic manuscripts of English-as-a-second-language speakers into tight,

correct English in APA format for the 2011 Maize Genetics Newsletter, a peer-reviewed publication.

  • Worked with authors and topical experts to clarify meaning of manuscripts.
  • Created full layout from scratch using Adobe InDesign.
  • Made editorial decisions on visual aids.

Senior Instructional EditorMay 2011-August 2011

AgBioForum (Academic Journal)Columbia, Missouri

  • Edited approximately 10 academic agribusiness manuscripts into APA format.

Writing ConsultantAugust 2007-July 2008

University of North Dakota Writing CenterGrand Forks, North Dakota

  • Tutored students in all aspects of grammar and composition.
  • Tutored students in elements of microediting and macroediting at various levels- undergraduate,

graduate and doctoral students.

EDUCATION

Master of Arts.Emphasis: Strategic CommunicationsAnticipated graduation 2015

Missouri School of Journalism, University of Missouri Columbia, Missouri

Bachelor of Arts. Major: English, Minor: Communication Studies December 2008

Top 3% of Class | University of North DakotaGrand Forks, North Dakota

Summer Institute of LinguisticsJune 2008-August 2008

Through University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, ND Grand Forks, North Dakota

SKILLS

Editing, writing and strategic communications on the web and in print.Developing and enforcing style guides.Copywriting for target audiences and search engine optimization.Linguistics & Spanish language studies.Target marketing and audience development.

Computer skills: Website content management, Cision PR Marketing & Media Management Software, Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Publisher, ACT! Contact Management

Writing skills: Proficient AP Style; familiar APA, MLA, Turabian

AWARDS

  • Minot Area Young Professional of the Month Award December 2013
  • Nominated for Larry S. Schlasinger Memorial Endowment Award (Communications Award)
  • Merit-based scholarships: Katherine B. Tiffany Scholar, Promise Scholar

SOCIAL INVOLVEMENT

Kiwanis International: Minot Kiwanis Club2009-2014

Vice President2012-2013

  • Surpassed club membership goal by 100% as vice president of 11-member board of directors.
  • Spearheaded development of first-ever website to support Kiwanis club’s new membership goals.
  • Oversaw budget of approximately 50,000.

Chair of Youth Services Committee2012-2014

  • Promoted Kiwanis scholarships in local media.
  • Managed selection process for all applicants.
  • Ensured proper dispersal of funds.

Board member2012-2014

  • Help provide direction for club programs, overall club health.

Minot Young Professionals2009-2014

Outreach group member

  • Coordinate events that will help fulfill Minot community needs.

Minot Community Leadership Institute 2009 graduate

  • Helped raise more than 500 household items and $2,800.

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