Eric H - USC Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters ...
Eric H. Roth
3766 Redwood Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90066-3506
310-390-0131
ericroth@usc.edu
OBJECTIVE: To help USC students develop, deepen, and strengthen their writing and speaking skills in English for both academic purposes and professional success.
EDUCATION
MA - New School for Social Research, New York, NY 5/1988
Media Studies
Master’s Thesis: The Better World Society: Global Issues on American Commercial Television
BA - Wabash College, Crawfordsville, IN 5/1984
Philosophy
• Awarded Lilly Leadership Scholarship (full tuition, living expenses, travel stipend)
• Presented with Senior Leadership Award
TEACHING AND ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE
Master Lecturer, USC American Language Institute 6/2013 – present
• Teach ALI 245, ALI 254, and ALI 255 courses
• Co-developed and presented series of ALI/ OIS workshops on employment skills
• Co-developed and presented seminars on intercultural communication skills for USC Marshall Business Analytics students in summer class w/ ALI Faculty Richard Jones
• M.A. Co-presented “Advanced Email Tactics: Requesting, Suggesting, and Problem Solving.” ALI/OIS Professional Workshop w/ ALI Faculty Richard Jones 3/1/18
• Co-presented “Essentials of Email.” ALI/OIS Professional Workshop with ALI Faculty member Richard Jones 11/1/17
• Led “Biostatements Matter: Crafting Professional Documents that Work.” ALI/OIS Professional Workshop with ALI Faculty member Richard Jones 10/4/17
• Co- presented “A Reflective Introduction to American Culture” with ALI Director Jim Valentine. Global Public Health Program 8/14/17
• Co- presented “Exploring Aspects of American (LA) Culture” with ALI Faculty Nina Kang, & Jim Valentine. Global Public Health Program 8/22/16
• Led “Biostatements Matter: Crafting Professional Documents that Work.” ALI/OIS Professional Workshop with ALI Faculty member Richard Jones 4/5/17
• Led “Don’t Be Misunderstood: Mastering Email Etiquette:” ALI/OIS Professional Workshop w/ ALI Faculty member Richard Jones 4/25/17
• Co-presented “Reconstructing and Customizing the American Language Institute (ALI) Program through Videoblogging and other Instructional Tools in Blackboard” at USC Faculty Forum w/ ALI Director J. Valentine, T. Tzoytzrakos, & J. Cunningham
• Co-piloted new version of ALI 255 that met once a week for three hours
• Co-piloted ALI 280 English Skills and Job Search Strategies for International Students
• Created and piloted ALI 245 online summer class to new USC graduate students
• Led two SOL Global Culture for Public Policy workshops (Spring 2013)
• Evaluated USC Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship (ETA) applicants (2013-16 )
• Served on National Selection Committee for Fulbright English Teaching Assistantships and evaluated 63 national ETA applicants for Vietnam (12/17)
• Served on National Selection Committee for Fulbright English Teaching Assistantships and evaluated 70 national ETA applicants for Thailand & Laos (12/16)
• Served on National Selection Committee for Fulbright English Teaching Assistantships and evaluated 63 national ETA applicants for Vietnam (12/15)
• Mentored USC Fulbright ETA applicants, including Fulbright winners (2016-18)
Lecturer, USC American Language Institute 1/2003- 2013
• Taught ALI 145, ALI 245, ALI 254 and ALI 270 courses to USC students
• Deployed hybrid teaching techniques in advanced and high intermediate courses
• Helped conceive, develop, and market first set of online ALI courses
• Presented “YouTube: A Workhorse in ALI 254” in USC Faculty Forum Series
• Received two Teaching with Technology grants in 2011-2012
• Added informational interviews and TED talks to the curriculum
• Participated in International Student Exam testing of international USC students
• Created alternative versions: intermediate (244) and advanced (254) oral skills classes
• Held a minimum of three student conferences each semester for all courses
• Advised the Conversation Partners/Groups program
• Taught ITA Training Institute classes for potential ITA students
Acting Director, APU International School, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Summer 2009
• Revised English as a Foreign Language curriculum for high school and adult students
• Led teaching training workshops for high school English language teachers
• Interviewed and recommended candidates for high school and adult education faculty
• Wrote curriculum for future courses in the Academic and Practical English Program
Lecturer, USC Viterbi School of Engineering Writing Program 08/2003- 05/2008
• Taught WRIT 340 in the Engineering Writing Program to USC juniors and seniors
• Focused on professional communication skills required in future occupations
• Developed materials for WRIT 340 assignments: technical descriptions, professional ethics paper, and magazine articles for Illumin
• Guided students in preparing professional proposals for local non-profits as part of the WRIT 340 community service requirement
• Participated in the 2008 annual USC contest on Best USC Student Writing
Lecturer, USC Viterbi School of Engineering Overseas Program summer 2006 and 2007
• Co-taught modified WRIT 340 courses in Madrid, Spain. and Paris, France
• Taught writing, editing, and revising principles to USC students.
• Helped students develop professional proposals adapting modern Spanish and French engineering practices to Los Angeles in group projects
Part-time Instructor, USC Marshall School of Business 8/2006-12/2006
• Taught WRIT 340 to undergraduate business students
• Coached MBA PM students on public speaking skills
Instructor, UCLA Extension program, American Language Center 2006
• Taught wide variety of English classes to international students in summer
• Assigned Advanced and High Intermediate Practical English classes
Instructor, Cal State University, Long Beach Extension 6/2003-8/2005
• Taught summer session writing courses in the American Language Institute.
• Assisted ESL students in developing their academic writing skills
• Emphasized essay skills and research methods for short research papers
Instructor, Santa Monica Community College 2/2000 - 6/2003
• Taught numerous advanced English as a Second Language (ESL) writing courses
• Helped adult students prepare for TOEFL and CASAS standardized exams
• Led popular Conversation classes and developed original curriculum materials
• Helped write two successful 231 federal grant proposals
• Co-created an ESL placement test for non-credit adult students
• Wrote SMDP op-eds favoring the retention of the non-credit ESL programs
Instructor, UCLA Extension program, American Language Center 1996-2004
• Taught wide variety of English classes to international students in summer
• Focused on developing academic writing skills and speaking skills
Instructor, Santa Monica-Malibu Adult Education Center 9/1993 -2/2000
• Created Citizenship adult education class for immigrants seeking naturalization
• Taught Adv. ESL classes part-time for seven years
• Coordinated and directed state-mandated CASAS tests to document student progress
• Gave in-service workshops as CASAS test coordinator 1999-2000 school year
• Wrote three successful federal 231 grants for supplemental funds in 1998,1999, 2000
Director, Adult Education, Community Enhancement Services 1/1997-10/1999
• Designed, wrote, and implemented comprehensive adult education curriculum
• Created classes to meet the needs of refugees from the former Soviet Union, Iran
• Hired and directed a teaching staff of seven bilingual adult education instructors
• Wrote numerous successful grants (Emma Lazarus, 231 funds)
• Assisted over 5,000 immigrants in becoming naturalized United States citizens
High School Teacher, Locke High School, LAUSD 1/1994 - 6/1994
• Taught Intermediate ESL classes of “at-risk” immigrant students
• Taught 10th grade English to “mainstream” students
Adult Teacher, Jefferson Adult School, LAUSD 10/1993-6/1994
• Taught Multilevel ESL class at night
• Class sizes exceeded 50 students per class without textbooks
• Coordinated independent study for English, Social Studies, and Science students
Department Head, Martin College of English 1/1992 - 9/1993
• Supervised 18 ESL teachers for refugees from the former Soviet Union
• Wrote life skills based curriculum to help refugees better adapt
• Conducted classroom observations of all ESL faculty
Guest lecturer, New School for Social Research 10/1988
• Gave two guest lectures to Media and Politics graduate students on political ads in New York State elections to graduate communication/political science students.
High School Teacher, Bed-Stuy Outreach High School, New York City 10/1985-6/1987
• Taught “at-risk” students English and Social Studies
• Started high school journalism class
• Chosen as “Outstanding New Teacher” by high school faculty and students
PUBLICATIONS AND MATERIALS WRITER
Roth, E., Nguyen, T.X. (2016) Compelling Conversations – Vietnam: Speaking Exercises for Vietnamese Learners of English. 2nd Edition. Los Angeles: Chimayo Press.
• Co-authored with Vietnamese-American professor
• Designed book structure and wrote a majority of the chapters
• Expanded second edition to include over 120 new pages
• Received positive, 2-page book review in Nguoi-Viet (the largest Vietnamese-American newspaper) 3/23/17
Roth, E., Ichinomiya, S.,Warner, B. (2015) Compelling Conversations – Japan: Questions and Quotations for High Intermediate Japanese English Language Learners. Los Angeles: Chimayo Press.
• Collaborated with two English teachers with 20 years of teaching experience in Japan
• Designed book structure and polished the final draft
• Wrote majority of several chapters
• Composed “Search and Share” webquests and oral grammar exercises
Roth, E., Glynn, R., Treston, M. (2015) Compelling American Conversations: Teacher Edition – with Commentary, Supplemental Exercises, and Reproducible Speaking Activities.
Los Angeles: Chimayo Press.
• Wrote majority of chapters
• Designed book structure
• Collaborated with two experienced Adult Education ESL teachers
• Composed all webquests and word form exercises
Roth, E., Aberson, T., Bogotch, H. (2012) Compelling American Conversations: Questions and Quotations for Intermediate American English Language Learners. Los Angeles: Chimayo Press.
• Wrote majority of chapters
• Excerpted in Easy English Times in monthly column starting in 11/12
Roth, E., Editor (2012) It’s a Breeze: 42 Lively English Lessons on American Idioms.
Los Angeles: Chimayo Press.
• Edited ESL book for low intermediate English language learners
Roth, E., Aberson, T. (2011) Compelling Conversations for English Language Learners in Vietnam. Los Angeles: Chimayo Press.
• Received four-page, positive review in TESL- EJ September 2012 issue
• Adopted by American Vietnam University for English courses
• Used in APU International School high school ESL oral skills classes
Curriculum Writer – SEIU UHW–West and Joint Employer Education Fund 7/2008-9/2008
• Designed and wrote curriculum materials for English workshops for nurses
• Wrote materials to increase workplace communicative competency in English including “Workplace Culture,” “Safety and Patient Care,” and “Responding to Workplace Demands.”
Curriculum Writer – USC Viterbi Engineering Writing Program 1/2006- 12/2008
• Created lesson plans to accompany Illumin articles for high school science teachers
• Written to national STEM and California State high school field requirements
Roth, E., Aberson, T. (2006) Compelling Conversations: Questions and Quotations on Timeless Topics. Los Angeles: Chimayo Press.
• Wrote majority of chapters.
• Expanded conversation lessons used with adult and community college students.
• Received positive review in English Teaching Professional (January 2009)
Editor/Writer (1998) Born to Rebel: Dani Herbert Joseph Roth. Tel Aviv: Admon Press.
• A memorial book in honor of my late father.
Contributor (1996) Collaborations Series: Teacher’s Guide. New York: Heinle and Heinle.
• Wrote sidebars with teaching tips for ESL textbook series.
• Focused on cultural awareness and communication skills for high school and adult English language learners
Video/Book Reviewer. Social Studies School Service, Culver City, CA 1/1995-12/1996
• Evaluated books, documentaries, and maps for high school and college teachers
• Also reviewed materials for elementary and middle school materials
• Wrote concise reviews with detailed summaries and background notes
ACADEMIC PRESENTATIONS
Presenter, TESOL 2019, Atlanta, GA 4/26/19
Topic: Reviewing the Situation: Hedging and Boosting in Academic Writing
• Demonstrated how to use authentic materials (songs, ads) to introduce concepts
• Advocated the use of consumer (restaurant, product, movie) reviews
• Presented with USC faculty member Richard Jones
• Shared reproducible 9-page handout of classroom activities
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Speaker, Orange County CATESOL PD Workshop, Anaheim, CA. 2/11/19
Topic: The perils, pleasures, and possibilities of writing ESL materials
• Reviewed the advantages of writing materials to raise professional profile
• Noted that publishing helps ESL professionals on “the Google resume”
• Encouraged writing niche materials for specific English language learners
Panelist, TESOL 2018 Panel, Chicago, IL 3/30/18
Topic: Creating Intercultural Materials in English as a Foreign Language Context
- Sponsored by the TESOL Material Writers Intersection (MWIS)
• “Good Mistakes in Creating Intercultural Materials for English Language Learners in Japan and Vietnam”
• reviewed online surveys of English teachers in Japan and Vietnam
• Summarized survey results, reviewed limits of global “one-size-fits all” EFL textbooks, and examined implications for English language learners (ELL)
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Presenter, CATESOL 2017 State Convention, Santa Clara, CA 10/20/17
Topic: Filling English Gaps: Career Workshops for International University Students
• Examined the USC ALI/OIS Career Workshops Series for international students
• Presented with USC ALI Director Jim Valentine and Richard Jones
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Presenter, CATESOL 2017 State Convention, Santa Clara, CA 10/20/17
Topic: Hedging and Boosting: Positioning in Academic and Professional Writing
• Reviewed common mistakes and effective techniques in teaching skill to ELLs
• Presented with USC faculty Richard Jones
Link:
Presenter, CATESOL 2017 State Convention, Santa Clara, CA 10/21/17
Topic: Teaching Email Etiquette: Helping ESL Students Master Best Practices
• Reviewed common mistakes and best practices
• Presented with Golden West faculty member Teresa X. Nguyen
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Panelist, TESOL 2017 Panel, Seattle, WA 3/24/17
Topic: What’s the Connection? Textbook Choices, Academic Theories, and Classroom Concerns
• Sponsored by TESOL Material Writers Intersection (MWIS)
• Focused on the widely noted gap between ELT research and ELT course textbooks, identified factors influencing adoption of global EFL textbooks, and implications for material writers
• Appeared with Walton Burns writer), Kelly Sippell (University of Michigan Press, ELT executive editor), and Sharon Sargent (Oxford University Press senior editor)
Presenter, CATESOL 2016 State Convention, San Diego, CA 11/20/16
Topic: Oral Language Solutions for Vietnamese English Language Learners
• Examined differences between Vietnamese and English languages
• Reviewed techniques and edtech tools to improve clarity and fluency
• Presented with Cal State Fullerton Lecturer Teresa X. Nguyen
Link:
Panelist, TESOL 2016 Panel, Baltimore, MD 4/8/2016
Topic: Are English Classroom Teachers and ESOL Publishers on the Same Page?
• Sponsored by TESOL Material Writers Intersection (MWIS)
• Focused on TESOL 2016 MWIS survey results of 69 ELT professionals, interviews with USC faculty, and criteria for adopting academic writing textbooks
• Appeared with Ken Robinson (ELTJAM creator and former Cambridge University Press editor), Steve Jones (Community College of Philadelphia professor and ELT series editor), and Jayme Adelson-Goldstein (Oxford University Press author)
Presenter, 2015 CATESOL Convention, Anaheim, CA 11/13/2015
Topic: CATESOL chat: The First Ever Live CATESOL Twitter Chat
• Demonstrated how to create Twitter account and live chat
• Presented with USC lecturer Brent Warner and podcaster
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Presenter, 2015 CATESOL Convention, Anaheim, CA 11/14/2015
Topic: Helping Students Find Their Voice in English: Speaking Exercises to Improve Fluency and Clarity
• Emphasized low-tech, simple techniques for short conversations/group discussions
• Presented with USC lecturer Brent Warner and ESL author Mark Treston
Link:
Teacher Trainer, Inland Empire CATESOL Professional Development Workshop 5/16/2015
Topic: Helping Students Find Their Voice in English: Speaking Exercises to Improve Fluency and Clarity
• Led half day workshop with Mark Treston (consultant and ESOL author)
• Attracted audience of over 50 ESL teachers and TESOL students
Panelist, TESOL 2015 MWIS Panel, Toronto, Canada 4/7/2015
Topic: Crossing Into New Materials Writing Territory
• Sponsored by TESOL Material Writers Intersection (MWIS)
• Focused on TESOL 2015 MWIS survey results of 26 ELT professionals, interviews with USC faculty, and methods of adapting ESOL textbooks to fit student needs
• Presented with Christina Cavage (Savannah College of Art and Design), Jayme Adelson-Goldstein (Lighthearted Learning), and Steve Jones (Community College of Philadelphia professor)
• Drew an estimated audience of 80 ELT editors and English teachers
Presenter, TESOL 2015, Toronto, Canada 4/8/2015
Topic: Specialized Job Search Courses Fill a Vital Niche for University ELLs
• Shared experiences, materials, and reflections on pilot USC ALI 280 course
• Presented with USC ALI Senior Lecturer Kimberley Briesch Sumner
Speaker, Technology in ELT: Challenges and Remedies, Gujurat, India 11/23/2014
Topic: Flip Your Classroom: Deploy 'Search and Share" Homework Activities to Build ELL Fluency
• Delivered remarks and took questions via Skype to Indian teachers of English
• Emphasized advantages of communicative approach for adult & college students
• Spoke to an estimated audience of 140 teachers and students
Panelist, USC Faculty Forum 9/19/2014
Topic: Reconstructing and Customizing the American Language Institute (ALI) Program through Videoblogging and other Instructional Tools in Blackboard
• Emphasized the development of several versions of ALI 245 for distinct audiences
• Demonstrated how to adopt and adapt Blackboard tools for different students
• Presented with Jim Valentine (ALI Director), Tessy Tzoytzoyrakos (Master Lecturer, ALI), and Jim Cunningham (Program Manager, ALI)
Panelist, TESOL 2014, Portland OR 3/27/2014
Topic: Passion and Persistence: Independent ESOL Authors Tell their Stories
• Emphasized the perils and pleasures of self-publishing ELT materials
• Shared “good mistakes” in writing niche conversation books
• Attracted an estimated audience of 80 English teachers and Material Writers
Presenter, LA Regional CATESOL 2014, Cal State Northridge 3/8/2014
Topic: Hedging Language: An Essential ESOL Skill for Sustained Academic Success
• Reviewed use of hedging language
• Outlined techniques to teach hedging language to high school & university students
Presenter, LA Regional CATESOL 2014, Cal State Northridge 3/9/2014
Topic: An Open Secret: ESOL Students Need Informational Interviews
• Described use of informational interviews in USC programs and ALI classes
• Detailed steps in informational interviews assignments and advantages
• Advocated adding this best practice to more adult, high school, and college courses
Panelist/ Presenter, USC Faculty Forum Series 1/25/2013
Topic: Creative Classroom Strategies: Tools from Language Instruction
• Presented YouTube: A Workhorse in ALI 254
• Detailed many ways to deploy YouTube in the language classroom
• Sponsored by USC Center for Scholarly Technology
Presenter, 2013 LA Regional CATESOL Conference, USC 3/2013
Flip Your Classroom with Search and Share Fluency Activities
Presenter, 2013 LA Regional CATESOL Conference, USC 3/2013
Informational Interviews Help ESOL Students Succeed and Connect to Jobs
Panelist, TESOL 2012, Philadelphia, PA 3/30/2012
Promoting Understanding across Cultures in the EFL Classroom through CALL
• Presented: Views, Reviews, and Interviews: Deploying TED Talks, This I Believe and Mock Job Interviews in Class, Online and Across Borders
• Invited to join the international 2012 TESOL panel
Teacher Trainer, CES College, Burbank, CA 07/2011
Led workshop: Creating Compelling Classroom Conversations
Presenter, LA Regional 2010 CATESOL, Cal State Fullerton 10/2010
Informational Interviews: Practical Glimpses into Possible Tomorrows
for ESL Students
Presenter, 2010 State CATESOL conference, Sacramento, CA 4/2010
Informational Interviews: A Practical, Illuminating Speaking Assignment
Presenter, 2010 State CATESOL conference, Sacramento, CA 4/2010
Creating Autotelic English Language Learners
Panelist, 2009 State CATESOL conference, Santa Clara, CA 4/2009
Experiences on Self-Published ESL Authors
Presenter, 2009 State INTESOL Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis 10/2009
Informational Interviews: Adding a Best Practice to More ESL Programs
Panelist, 2009 State INTESOL Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis 10/2009
Panel Discussion: Finding ESL Positions Abroad
• Invited to join panel of English language professionals
Participant, English Language Trainers, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 7/20/2009
• Attended 2009 national conference for English language trainers in Vietnam
Presenter, APU International School, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 06/2009
Creating Autotelic Learners in English Classrooms
Presenter, 2008 LA Regional CATESOL, Biola University 10/2008
Making Workplace English Programs Work for Students and Employers
Presenter, 2008 LA Regional CATESOL, Biola University 10/2008
Techniques for Creating a More Democratic Classroom
Presenter, 2005 LA Regional CATESOL, USC 10/2005
Creating Compelling Conversations in the ESL classroom
OTHER PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES, MEMBERSHIPS, CONFERENCES
Member, Fulbright National Screening Committee, Denver, CO 2015-2017
• Evaluated 63 Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship applicants for Vietnam
• Nominated 20 Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship applicants for Vietnam
• Accepted invitation to rejoin National Screening Committee for Southeast Asia
Proposal Reviewer, TESOL 2014 International Convention 8/2013
Reviewer, MERLOT Journal of Online Learning and Teaching 6/2013 - 6/2014
• Reviewed manuscripts on English language training and online education
Co-Chair, Publicity Committee, 2013 LA Regional CATESOL, USC 3/2013
• Led social media campaign to publicize regional conference
• Helped increase conference attendees from 450 to over 550
• Wrote press releases and CATESOL newsletter articles on conference
Participant, 2011 TESOL, New Orleans, LA 3/2011
Grant, USC Course Continuity in Crisis Fall 2011
Topic: Teaching Presentation Skills with TED Talks: TED talks present global experts speaking to non-specialist audiences
• Developed off campus, online lesson for ALI 254
• Required ALI 254 students select, analyze, & recommend videos for term definitions
• $5,000 Course Continuity in Crisis grant
Grant, USC Learning Environment Incentive Grant Fall 2011
Topic: Informational Interviews
• ALI 254 students conducted informational interviews, and they gave a 5-8 minute PPT presentation. Peer feedback instantly provided
• Recorded videos posted on Blackboard for self and instructor evaluation
• $500 grant for new laptop provided by USC Center for Scholarly Technology
Participant, 2010 TESOL, Boston, MA 3/2010
Participant, 2008 TESOL, New York, NY 3/2008
Member, CA Teachers of English to Speakers Other Languages CATESOL 1994-present
Member, Education Writers Association 1998-1999
• Attended conference “How Can We Tell If Schools Are Improving?”
Member, Independent Writers of Southern California. 1999- present
Member, International Communication Association 2006- present
Member, Los Angeles Press Club 1998-2001
Member, National Association of Scholars 2006- present
Member, Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) 2003- present
National taskforce member, CASAS Summer Institute 6/1999 -7/2000
• Reviewed testing materials and procedures for ESL, GED, and ABE students
• Suggested numerous changes to improve accuracy and update testing materials
ADMINISTRATIVE AND TEACHING CREDENTIALS
Certificate of Authorization: Associate Director
• California Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education
California Commission on Teacher Credentialing Certificate of Authorization: Instructor.
• Subjects: ESL, English, and Journalism
Education Credits – UCLA Extension 1995-2002
JOURNALISM/PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Monthly Columnist, Easy English Times 3/2007-present
• Write a monthly column on conversation skills for intermediate adult ESL learners
Guest Columnist, ELT Weekly 12/2012-7/2014
- Wrote occasional columns for free English Language Teachers newsletter
- Emphasized teaching tips for low-tech classrooms in India and developing nations
Guest Columnist, Santa Monica Daily Press 4/2003-4/2013
• Wrote occasional columns on current cultural/political controversies
Contributing Reporter, Los Angeles Jewish Journal 10/1999-2/2001
• Wrote long feature articles on issues and topics of concern to readers
• Features included museum reviews, a history of racial categories used on census forms, an analysis of previous education reform efforts, and a trip to Vietnam
District Representative, Congressman Henry A. Waxman (D-CA) 7/1994-1/1995
• . Monitored local press, spoke at public meetings, and handled phone calls on bills
Political Reporter, Los Angeles Village View 1/1993-7/1994
• Covered the 1993 Los Angeles mayoral race and other local political news
• Profiled four mayoral candidates, and wrote weekly column
Book Reviewer, Los Angeles Village View 1/1992-12/1994
• Interviewed prominent authors (William Vollman, Richard Ben Cramer)
• Reviewed dozens of books on media, history, and politics
District Representative, Congressman Stephen J. Solarz (D-NY) 1/1987-10/1989
• Wrote over 150 press releases, speeches, and mailings for Representative Solarz
• Represented Congressman Solarz at public hearings on Brooklyn issues
• Considered press secretary for district and NY media
Staff Reporter, The Villager 7/1985-11/1985
• Covered NYC politics and analyzed politics in Greenwich Village and Manhattan
• Profiled David Dinkins, Jerold Nadler, and 10 other candidates in 1985 elections
Staff Reporter, The Phoenix 9/1984-6/1985
• Covered Brooklyn politics and 1984 elections
• Documented the stresses and failures of Brooklyn’s criminal justice system
• Wrote profiles, including “1985 Oscar Winner: Best Actor” F. Murray Abraham
• Awarded two prestigious press awards by New York State Press Association 1985
Staff Reporter, Wabash College News Service 10/1983-4/1984
• Wrote press releases promoting events on college
• Interviewed campus visitors and wrote profiles for campus publications
• Wrote weekly column for campus paper on current events
FILM /THEATER
Researcher, Jerry Bruckheimer Films 6/2003-8/2004
• Conducted in-depth historical research for scripts in development
• Worked with Emmy-winning screenwriter Larry Ramin on scripts
Theater Reviewer, Los Angeles Village View 1/1992-12/1994
• Reviewed dozens of plays around Los Angeles
Reader, Nicholls Foundation, Academy of Motion Pictures 1990-1994
• Read and evaluated scripts submitted to the Academy’s Nicholls Screenplay Contest
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