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Stefanie Norboe

@stefanienorboe

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Experienced writer and communications specialist with a creative flair.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a dynamic role that allows me to leverage my writing and communication skills in a collaborative environment, with opportunities for creativity and professional growth.

I am a passionate writer and communications specialist with extensive experience in journalism, content creation, and social media management. My journey began at Quinnipiac University, where I honed my skills as a news and event writer, conducting interviews and crafting compelling articles for the university's news blog. My ability to source and pitch original news items has allowed me to engage diverse audiences effectively.

Prior to my role at Quinnipiac, I served as the newsletter editor for University Business magazine, where I significantly improved open rates and transitioned the publication from Drupal to WordPress. My expertise in managing public relations and creating press releases has been instrumental in driving company initiatives. Additionally, my tenure as a social media manager for Beauty with Tori Spelling showcased my ability to enhance online presence, reaching top hashtag status and dramatically increasing page views on Pinterest.

With a Master of Fine Arts in Professional and Creative Writing, I bring a unique blend of creativity and strategic thinking to my work. I am dedicated to producing high-quality content that resonates with audiences and drives engagement.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

News and Event Writer

Quinnipiac University

Sep 2021 - Present (3 years 10 months)

Conducted interviews with students, staff, faculty, and alumni to gather information. Wrote compelling articles for QU Today, the university’s news blog, and sourced original news items.

Interviewing News Reporting Content Creation Journalism

Social Media Manager/Marketing Specialist

Beauty with Tori Spelling

Nov 2018 - Present (6 years 8 months)

Overhauled BeautywithTori.com with a new Shopify theme, images, and graphics. Managed and wrote content for @BeautywithToriSpelling on Instagram, achieving top hashtag status, and created and edited product shots. Launched and managed an affiliate program that brought lipstick to the red carpet, and managed Facebook groups and Pinterest, increasing monthly page views from 72 to 790K.

Social Media Management Marketing Strategy Shopify Instagram Content Creation Photography Photo Editing Affiliate Marketing Pinterest

Newsletter Editor

University Business Magazine

Feb 2014 - Present (11 years 5 months)

Improved open rates for a daily newsletter reaching 45K opted-in subscribers and honed content and presentation, leading to the UB Daily becoming a sponsored newsletter. Pitched and wrote insightful, well-researched stories for monthly publication, managed public relations inbox, created press releases, and conducted vendor interviews for custom content.

Drupal WordPress Public Relations Press Release Writing Vendor Management Copywriting Storytelling

Communications Coordinator

Sun Products Corporation

Jun 2012 - Present (13 years 1 month)

Acted as a company journalist, covering successes, trials, and contributions. Aggregated daily media summaries for director-level associates and above, and launched and managed a new bi-weekly print newsletter for corporate and satellite sites. Coordinated artwork for associate initiatives and improved relations with outsourced printer/graphic designer.

Corporate Communications Journalism Project Coordination Graphic Design Coordination

Associate Editor

FOLIO: Magazine, Red 7 Media

Feb 2011 - Present (14 years 5 months)

Pitched, researched, wrote, edited, and fact-checked articles and blogs for print magazine and website (foliomag.com). Secured exclusive stories from major news outlets and increased social media presence on Facebook and Twitter. Wrote for and managed up to 4 weekly e-newsletters, improving open rates, and recruited prominent speakers for webinars and conferences, acting as moderator.

Editorial Content Writing Fact Checking Social Media Management Public Speaking Journalism

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Western Connecticut State University

Master of Fine Arts, Professional and Creative Writing

Activities and societies: Western Connecticut State University Alumni Award (awarded fall ’09), Member of Sigma Tau Delta (International English Honor Society)

Focused on Professional and Creative Writing, with a dual emphasis on Poetry and Copywriting. This program enhanced skills in various writing forms and strategic communication.

Southern Connecticut State University

Bachelor of Arts, English

Completed a Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on English. This program provided a strong foundation in literary analysis, critical thinking, and various writing styles.