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My resume
About me
I am a newspaper editor, reporter and author. I love to tell people's stories. It's that simple.
Employment
The Buffalo Law Journal Buffalo, NY August 2010 - Present
Associate Editor
In addition to maintaining my responsibilities as the legal reporter for Business First and writing legal and financial
articles for the Buffalo Law Journal, I oversee the editorial process for the Law Journal. Duties include developing
editorial content and special report topics, coordinating freelance writers and generating guest editorial columns from
the business community. Also responsible for headline writing, photo selection and final content selection for the paper
and handling the promotion of the newspaper through social media outlets including Twitter and Facebook as well as
through a monthly newsletter to the legal community.
The Buffalo Law Journal Buffalo, NY November 2008 - Present
Legal Reporter
Responsibilities include generating story ideas as well as researching leads from the managing editor for a twice-weekly
legal newspaper serving Western New York. As the legal reporter, my work is also included in our sister publication,
Buffalo Business First and I contribute breaking news articles to our Web site.
Business First Newspaper Buffalo, NY November 2007 - November 2008
Freelance Correspondent
Responsibilities included generating story ideas as well as researching leads from the managing editor and working,
often on a short deadline, to complete business articles usually requiring at least three sources, including one national
or "expert" source per article.
The Sun Newspaper Hamburg, NY April 2006 - November 2008
Reporter ~
Responsibilities included the weekly 'Scene' story, a full length feature, and various other news stories as assigned by
the editor, taking and processing photographs, some layout, processing obituaries, writing an editorial column every
other week, and writing a weekly movie review.
The Bee Group Newspapers Williamsville, NY March 2006 - June 2006
Reporter ~
I was hired for a full-time temporary position covering a 12 week maternity leave for a suburban newspaper company
that produces nine weekly papers. My responsibilities included producing full length lifestyles feature articles (1000-
1500 words) for four different papers weekly. I was also responsible for writing a weekly column, covering other news
stories as assigned by the editors, covering local politics for the town of Lancaster, and occasionally shooting photos. At
the conclusion of the leave, I was offered a full-time staff position, but had already accepted a position at The Sun.
Anderson Merchandisers Amarillo, TX February 1998 - July 2005
~ District Sales Manager
~ District Sales Associate
~ Sales Merchandiser
~ Classroom Teacher
During my 7+ years with Anderson Merchandisers I wore several hats, but most significantly I spent the last 3 years as
a District Sales Manager. I was responsible for a territory consisting of 47 stores throughout Western NY and
Pennsylvania with total gross annual sales in excess of 70 million dollars. I was responsible for the hiring, training, and
day to day managing of up to 16 employees who reported directly to me. Additionally, meeting with customers,
conducting quality control visits to the stores, meeting and exceeding monthly sales goals, and running the daily
operations in the Buffalo market while working closely with our home office in Amarillo, Texas. There was an emphasis
on continually finding new ways to control costs, improve employee productivity, and increase sales. During my time with
the company I received several promotions, as well as awards recognizing outstanding sales success. Upon leaving
Anderson Merchandisers, I was given a letter of recommendation from the president of the company citing my many
accomplishments which is available upon request.
Various Regional Newspapers New Hampshire June 1995 - October 2002
Correspondent ~
I worked as a freelance correspondent for a number of newspapers in my native New Hampshire. During this time, I had
over 200 articles published in 7 different publications, covering local politics, sports, and features, as well as writing
theater reviews and editorial columns.
Great Bay Gallery & Function Center Dover, NH June 1990 - February 1998
Chef ~
I maintained a 17 year working relationship with Great Bay Gallery as a catering chef. From 1990 through 1998, I
worked either on a full-time basis or seasonally, depending on the need. After leaving in 1998 to accept the position
with Anderson Merchandisers, I continued to work weekend functions as a wedding chef, often responsible for the off-
site execution of large weddings of 150-300 people. This position demanded strong organizational skill, excellent
communication, strong customer service, punctuality, dependability, and willingness to work long hours.
Education
Hesser College Manchester, NH 1991 - 1995
Degree in Human Services
Graduated with Honors - 3.96 GPA
Dover High School Dover, NH 1986 - 1990
Culinary Arts Certificate
In addition to graduating with a general diploma, I participated in an extensive 2 year culinary arts vocational program. I
won numerous awards during that time including a first place finish in the NH statewide V.I.C.A. Skills Competition
earning me a trip to Tulsa, OK where I competed nationally.
Community Involvement
Village of Blasdell Trusee
Lake View Athletics: Volunteer youth soccer coach
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References
I am a newspaper editor, reporter and author. I love to tell people's stories. It's that simple.
Employment
The Buffalo Law Journal Buffalo, NY August 2010 - Present
Associate Editor
In addition to maintaining my responsibilities as the legal reporter for Business First and writing legal and financial
articles for the Buffalo Law Journal, I oversee the editorial process for the Law Journal. Duties include developing
editorial content and special report topics, coordinating freelance writers and generating guest editorial columns from
the business community. Also responsible for headline writing, photo selection and final content selection for the paper
and handling the promotion of the newspaper through social media outlets including Twitter and Facebook as well as
through a monthly newsletter to the legal community.
The Buffalo Law Journal Buffalo, NY November 2008 - Present
Legal Reporter
Responsibilities include generating story ideas as well as researching leads from the managing editor for a twice-weekly
legal newspaper serving Western New York. As the legal reporter, my work is also included in our sister publication,
Buffalo Business First and I contribute breaking news articles to our Web site.
Business First Newspaper Buffalo, NY November 2007 - November 2008
Freelance Correspondent
Responsibilities included generating story ideas as well as researching leads from the managing editor and working,
often on a short deadline, to complete business articles usually requiring at least three sources, including one national
or "expert" source per article.
The Sun Newspaper Hamburg, NY April 2006 - November 2008
Reporter ~
Responsibilities included the weekly 'Scene' story, a full length feature, and various other news stories as assigned by
the editor, taking and processing photographs, some layout, processing obituaries, writing an editorial column every
other week, and writing a weekly movie review.
The Bee Group Newspapers Williamsville, NY March 2006 - June 2006
Reporter ~
I was hired for a full-time temporary position covering a 12 week maternity leave for a suburban newspaper company
that produces nine weekly papers. My responsibilities included producing full length lifestyles feature articles (1000-
1500 words) for four different papers weekly. I was also responsible for writing a weekly column, covering other news
stories as assigned by the editors, covering local politics for the town of Lancaster, and occasionally shooting photos. At
the conclusion of the leave, I was offered a full-time staff position, but had already accepted a position at The Sun.
Anderson Merchandisers Amarillo, TX February 1998 - July 2005
~ District Sales Manager
~ District Sales Associate
~ Sales Merchandiser
~ Classroom Teacher
During my 7+ years with Anderson Merchandisers I wore several hats, but most significantly I spent the last 3 years as
a District Sales Manager. I was responsible for a territory consisting of 47 stores throughout Western NY and
Pennsylvania with total gross annual sales in excess of 70 million dollars. I was responsible for the hiring, training, and
day to day managing of up to 16 employees who reported directly to me. Additionally, meeting with customers,
conducting quality control visits to the stores, meeting and exceeding monthly sales goals, and running the daily
operations in the Buffalo market while working closely with our home office in Amarillo, Texas. There was an emphasis
on continually finding new ways to control costs, improve employee productivity, and increase sales. During my time with
the company I received several promotions, as well as awards recognizing outstanding sales success. Upon leaving
Anderson Merchandisers, I was given a letter of recommendation from the president of the company citing my many
accomplishments which is available upon request.
Various Regional Newspapers New Hampshire June 1995 - October 2002
Correspondent ~
I worked as a freelance correspondent for a number of newspapers in my native New Hampshire. During this time, I had
over 200 articles published in 7 different publications, covering local politics, sports, and features, as well as writing
theater reviews and editorial columns.
Great Bay Gallery & Function Center Dover, NH June 1990 - February 1998
Chef ~
I maintained a 17 year working relationship with Great Bay Gallery as a catering chef. From 1990 through 1998, I
worked either on a full-time basis or seasonally, depending on the need. After leaving in 1998 to accept the position
with Anderson Merchandisers, I continued to work weekend functions as a wedding chef, often responsible for the off-
site execution of large weddings of 150-300 people. This position demanded strong organizational skill, excellent
communication, strong customer service, punctuality, dependability, and willingness to work long hours.
Education
Hesser College Manchester, NH 1991 - 1995
Degree in Human Services
Graduated with Honors - 3.96 GPA
Dover High School Dover, NH 1986 - 1990
Culinary Arts Certificate
In addition to graduating with a general diploma, I participated in an extensive 2 year culinary arts vocational program. I
won numerous awards during that time including a first place finish in the NH statewide V.I.C.A. Skills Competition
earning me a trip to Tulsa, OK where I competed nationally.
Community Involvement
Village of Blasdell Trusee
- Elected in April, 2011 to a four-year term as a village official serving more than 2,000 residents.
- Serve as the Village liaison for the recreation department.
- Manage and update content for the official village website.
Lake View Athletics: Volunteer youth soccer coach
- I serve as a coach in the instructional league working with a team of four and five-year-old kids.
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References
- Dan Meyer (Former Editor, The Sun) 716.445.0305
- Dave Sherman (Editor, Bee Group Newspapers) 716.204.4905
- Tim O'Shei (Buffalo Business First) 716.541.1615
Matt Chandler - journalist and author
" A good newspaper ... is a nation talking to itself."
- Arthur Miller
- Arthur Miller
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