...A member of the Phi Kappa Phi honor society, I published numerous articles in journals, newspapers, and blogs.I have two master's degrees: an MFA in creative writing and an MA in English. Since obtaining my first master's in 2006, I've taught some 50 English courses, including foundational cours... (read more)
...My decades of writing for television and print leave me uniquely qualified to understand the art of rewriting (and proofreading) to make the end result shine. As for public speaking, my writing and performing background, and ear for delivering dialogue with precision and conviction, will help st... (read more)
...After all, most personal statements, and even whole applications, serve as arguments as to why a student should be admitted to a given program. Thus, nothing can substitute strong self-advocacy bolstered by rhetorical prowess and masterful composition. To achieve this, I work with students to brainstorm, strategize, and outline their essays. (read more)
...I also think that no matter what a teacher should always take into account the needs of the students and subsequently I plan my classes reflecting on the student's demands. As to the different approaches and materials that I use, I suppose that it is important to change them frequently in order to keep the classes more interesting. Of course, there are some exceptions. (read more)
...As a composer, I've written music for commercials and documentaries nationally and internationally, and have worked for clients such as Motorola, Scion, State Farm Insurance, Hyundai, Maserati, Herman Miller, and NASCAR. In addition, I've scored numerous short films, comedies and dramas, and use... (read more)