Marilyn has thirty years of experience as a versatile writer and editor known for finding just the right words to communicate a fresh and exciting message filled with energy and life. A meticulous editor, she makes sure that only the best of the copy stays to create a compelling story.

With a broad background in business, journalism, education, and government, Marilyn comfortably fits in corporate and nonprofit settings, expertly combining creative ideas and editorial skills to turn complex subjects into easy-to-read copy. A skilled unflappable manager who quickly resolves problematic situations, she has a track record of taking difficult projects from concept to conclusion, on time and in budget.

Marilyn is proficient in all Microsoft Office programs. A long-standing member of the Editorial Freelancers Association, she holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Indiana University.

Selected Settings
• Business: Bridgewater Associates, Christopher Noland Salon, Juliska, Philips Consumer Products
• Education: Convent of the Sacred Heart, Arkansas State University, Hood College, The University of Michigan
• Government: Office of Economic Opportunity, U.S. House of Representatives Education and Labor Committee
• Nonprofits: Greenwich Historical Society, Merritt Parkway Conservancy
• Publishing: Food Arts, Woman’s Day Special Interest Publications, Good Housekeeping Do It Yourself, Arkansas Gazette, International Masters Publishers