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— INFORMS —

Writer, editor & content creator

As a veteran of print media and the communications industry, I've served in a wide variety of roles over the years, including:

* Magazine editor

* Newspaper reporter

* Freelance writer

* Community relations coordinator

* Book editor


I've covered everything from the police beat and regional politics to martial arts and the knife industry — always with an emphasis on accuracy, clarity, and objectivity.


* Simple-yet-sophisticated writing style

* Precise reporting and research

* Editorial leadership 

* Deadline-driven

* Audience-focused storytelling


I've written and edited for a diverse range of media brands, including but not limited to:


Selected Journalism


A curated selection of published articles and feature stories.


Title: "5 Fighting Fallacies"

Type: Feature Article

Publication: Black Belt Magazine
This story slices through the martial arts myths that surround edged-weapon defense .

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Title: "Keychain Tools"

Type: Pocket Preps Column

Publication: OffGrid Magazine
A review of eight keychain tools that fit in your pocket but could help when you're in a jam or just need to pop open a bottle.

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Title: "Ay, Karambit!"

Type: Feature Article

Publication: Knives Illustrated Magazine
Exotic and mysterious, the curved blade from Indonesia is completely misunderstood — until now. I breakdown where it came from, why it was created, and how it's best used.

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More examples of published stories and mastheads are available upon request.

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Leadership, marketing & operations

In addition to my work as a communications specialist, I’m the co-founder of Tiga Tactics, a personal protection training company, where I oversee day-to-day operations and marketing strategy.


* Co-founded and scaled a niche training brand

* Lead marketing strategy across all platforms

* Oversee operations, training, and scheduling

* Film, edit, and schedule social media videos

* Develop and manage creative content and campaigns


Running Tiga Tactics has only sharpened the skills I've used in the newsroom: managing multiple deadlines, executing precise performance under pressure, reaching our audience by building a unique, trustworthy voice.

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SCREENWRITER, FILMMAKER & STUNT ACTOR

I'm also an optioned screenwriter, director, and stunt performer, with a focus on grounded stories shaped by real-world experience. 


* Optioned screenwriter

* Quarter-finalist, BlueCat Screenplay Competition

* Writer and director of multiple short films

* Stunt actor and fight choreographer in feature films, shorts, and sizzle reels

* Experience across independent productions


My background in journalism informs my authentic approach to script structure, realistic dialogue, and character-driven plots.


My decades of experience in martial arts and self-defense inform my stunt work, emphasizing realism over spectacle.