Tara L D.

I am a national award-winning public relations specialist and professional business writer with over 10 years of experience as a newspaper editor, journalist, and communication specialist for a college marketing and communication department. I was the 2021 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Sports Information Director of the Year, won the 2020 Collegiate Advertising Gold Award, and helped lead communication efforts for three college campuses, three college foundations, 12 college athletic teams and various businesses within a small business development center. I also have served as a sports editor and sports writer for publications. I have a bachelor's degree in English literature and master's degree in education with a specialization in sport management from The University of Texas at Austin. I spent time as a graduate assistant, creating content for social media accounts for The University of Texas at Austin Cheer, Pom, and Mascot Squads. Upon receiving my graduate degree, I have become Top Rated on Upwork by sharing my strategic communication and professional writing ideas and skills with various clients. I specialize on this platform in the following areas: * Press Releases and Articles * Branding and Communication Strategy * Media Relations and Public Image *Digital Content and Marketing Campaigns * Blogs * Newsletters * Website Content * Media Guides and Press Kits * Email Campaigns * Social Media Posts, Campaigns and Profile Writing * Speeches, Talking Points and Announcements * Publicity for Events * Grant Writing * Resume and Cover Letter Writing * Employee Bios * Video and Radio Scripts and Content for Advertisements * Design/ Digital Team Management * Other Professional Writing * And More