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MICHELLE G. MARINO
(603) 978 - 3582 • michelle.g.marino@gmail.com michellegmarino.com / salutesanteskal.wordpress.com
SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE
Driven multi-platform journalist with extensive experience across a broad and diversified spectrum of subject matter,
from technology, to business, to science, food and the arts. Five years of editorial and program management work experience at one of the world’s premier technology consulting firms prior to completing Boston University’s
master's journalism program. Highly motivated and self-directed, with proven reporting skill and the ability to conduct probing research, delivering timely, quality content. Well-versed in hard news, feature and magazine
writing.
EDUCATION
Boston University (BU), College of Communication, Boston, Mass. Jan. 2014 - May 2015
M.S. in Journalism
University of New Hampshire (UNH), Durham, N.H. Aug. 2004 - May 2008
B.S. in International Business and Economics • Major two: International Affairs • Minor: French
Grenoble École de Management, Grenoble, France Jan. - June 2007
Intensive exchange program focused on the global business environment • Advanced French proficiency
WORK EXPERIENCE
Portsmouth Herald, Portsmouth, N.H. July 2015-Present
Features Writer, Photographer
Write photo-accompanied feature stories on various topics for Seacoast N.H. news outlet
BU Today, Boston, Mass. May 2015-Sept. 2015
Editor/Writer
Generate original articles for publication in BU Today's Arts & Entertainment and Neighborhoods sections
Identify compelling subject matter in Boston and at Boston University for longer form feature stories
Conduct background research, interviews and cover major events on site
Collaborate with multimedia team to integrate audio, photo and video elements into stories
Boston Magazine, Boston, Mass. Jan. 2015-May 2015
Editorial Assistant
Pitch and write blog posts related to food, arts, health and news for Boston Magazine’s online blogs
Write articles for the front-of-the-book section
Work with editors and writers to fact-check writing material Conduct background research and transcribe interviews for senior editors
The Daily Free Press, Boston, Mass. Sept. 2014 - May 2015
Features Spotlight Editor and Features Writer
Introduce weekly story ideas for assignment and manage staff writers
Edit at least two stories in the Features Spotlight section per week, generate photo and multimedia ideas to accompany stories and assist in staff writer training
Write a variety of articles for all Features sections to include: InBusiness, Catalyst (science), Muse (arts and
entertainment) and Spotlight
BU College of Communication COMGrad Blog, Boston, Mass. Sept. 2014 - May 2015 Editor, Blogger
Report and write stories targeted to BU's College of Communication and prospective students, ranging from professor and student spotlights to discussing programs and covering events
Edit one story per week incorporating photos and multimedia
Simmer Magazine, Boston, Mass. Sept. 2014 - May 2015
Freelance Writer, Photographer
Write photo-accompanied restaurant reviews and recipes, as well as report on food events in the local area for a Boston-based online and print publication catering to the college student community
Baker Hughes, Houston, Texas June - Aug. 2014 Internal Communications Writer
Reported, drafted, edited and marketed articles for Baker Hughes' enterprise news source, Inside the News
Created copy and collateral materials for various enterprise-wide initiatives, using multimedia for speeches, presentations, mailers and corporate videos
McNeil, Gray & Rice Strategic Communications, Boston, Mass. Apr. - June 2014
Publicist
Drafted press releases and pitches to industry publication editors, generating publicity for B2B clients Enhanced media presence of assigned clients across a variety of social platforms, employing use of data analytics
Forrester Research, Cambridge, Mass. Nov. 2008 – Jan. 2014
Associate Consultant • Application Development & Delivery Consulting
Promoted to Associate Consultant, delivering written and oral strategic planning advice to Fortune 1000 companies embracing web-based, emerging technologies
Lead editorial and content specialist, directing the quality, consistency and integrity of consulting team's written communications
Authored written proposals, advisory articles and reports focused on digital marketing, business process management, social media integration, mobile device deployment and customer relationship management systems
Developed sample deliverables, marketing materials and templates for repeatable consulting offerings, including: business cases, maturity assessments, strategic road maps and vendor selection projects
Senior Program Manager - Consulting
Worked with existing clients to identify needs and objectives, drafting customized proposals and managing the consulting programs from start-up to end product delivery
Provided business development support to the sales team, ensuring productive use of Forrester consulting capabilities, and cultivating leads for larger projects
Consistently exceeded all quarterly goals (100 to 125 percent of goal) during over two year tenure in this department, generating $1.5 million in new Forrester business revenue between Sept. 2010 and Oct. 2012
Other positions held at Forrester Research: Program Manager (Consulting), Research Specialist (Research Services), Vendor Relations Specialist (Client Services)
U.S. Department of Commerce, Washington, District of Colombia June - Aug. 2008 Intern • International Trade Administration
Performed research and data analysis on trade in European Union (EU) nations, drafting reports for specific industries and countries
PLATFORMS AND APPLICATIONS
MS Office Suite, Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, InDesign, Final Cut Pro X, VideoScribe, WordPress, Squarespace, Basic HTML/CSS