Nancy McGuire
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WordChemist
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Writing
 
Feature articles. Well-researched and fully sourced feature articles for print and online. 
Departments. News alerts, brief items, analysis pieces, policy and regulations,
book reviews, light and humorous.
Newsletters. Content aggregation, adaptation, rewrites, original content
Essays. Analysis, observations, opinions.
Editing
 
Substantive editing and development. Work with freelance writers and subject matter experts to rewrite and develop articles tailored to a specific style and audience. 

Content coordination. Solicit and evaluate contributions from staff writers, freelance writers, and contributors. Ensure that production deadlines are met and copyrights and permissions are obtained and documented.
 
Communications
 
News items. Produce and distribute press releases and media alerts. Familiar with Vocus and Bacons media contact and clipping services.
 
Blogging. Author of the WordChemist blog.
 
Media relations. Interview scheduling and source preparation, response preparation for sensitive issues and emergency events.

 
 Production
 
Graphics. Work with art directors to generate or commission original art. Obtain additional artwork from public domain and licensed stock sources. Obtain and document permissions for copyrighted work. Basic proficiency in Adobe PhotoShop.
 
Desktop publishing. Newsletter, brochure, and poster layout and design. Basic proficiency in  Adobe InDesign.
 
Electronic distribution. E-newsletter production and distribution. Work with software developers on production, interface design, archiving, and customization. Subscriber marketing, list maintenance, security concerns. Vendor-provided distribution services.