Alison Cunningham
Vancouver,BC
Summary
A purposeful, experienced writer-editor capable of creating content in various mediums. Specialization in Developmental Editing of Non-Fiction (Memoir, True Crime) and Fiction (YA, Children’s, Mystery). Adept creator of education-based materials, including Teacher’s Guides, curriculum-based School Program and Field Trip content. Former reporter and communications specialist with 20+ years of experience creating and editing articles, print and online magazines, longform features, online news content, media kits, news releases, brochures, and digital social media content.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Copywriter and Editor
aMUSEing MEDIA
Vancouver, BC
01.2013 - 01.2023
- Creating content (traditional and digital media) for Mount Pleasant Today (local news); editing of Playboard Magazine (Assistant Editor); creating and editing promotional materials for Authors, Artists, Schools, Galleries and Museums.
Public and School Programs Manager
VANCOUVER POLICE MUSEUM
Vancouver, BC
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Researched, wrote, and edited scripts for museum tours, public programs, and educational field-trip content
- Developed curriculum-based Forensic Science program
- Created and edited marketing materials and content of new museum exhibits and programs, such as Women in Policing: 100 Years in the VPD and Mini Police-Academy
- Developed and successfully ran the museum’s first-ever full Day Camp, (HEIST! Forensic Science for Kids), covered in The Globe and Mail and on CBC Radio Vancouver.
Journalism and Writing Instructor
VANCOUVER FILM SCHOOL
Vancouver, BC
01.2006 - 01.2013
- Taught two courses: Journalism and Writing with Style
- Developed and taught journalism curriculum to introduce students to journalism foundations, ethics and principles, in the context of the transition from legacy to online and social media.
Arts Correspondent
CANWEST NEWS SERVICE
Vancouver, BC
01.1998 - 01.2008
- Reported and wrote arts-related news stories, artist profiles, and entertainment feature articles published in The National Post (Toronto City Edition) and nationally in TV Times
- Researched news articles, checked sources, and maintained relationships with Canadian and American broadcasting executives.
Editor and Associate Editor
CANADA WIDE MEDIA LTD
Vancouver, BC
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Prepared and wrote cover stories, editorials, and weekly entertainment columns
- Proofread and edited articles and news stories, as well as liaised with freelance writers, photographers, the design and sales departments.
Lead Entertainment Writer and Editor
THE NEWS-LEADER
New Westminster, BC
01.1992 - 01.1994
- Lead reporter and copy editor for the Arts & Entertainment sections of two bi-weekly newspapers
- Reported on all disciplines of the arts, including dance, stage, film, and television.
Staff Writer
THE OTTAWA CITIZEN
Ottawa, Ontario
01.1989 - 01.1992
- Reported on a wide variety of subjects including health, social issues, crime, and municipal politics
- Researched stories, fact-checked and confirmed article information.
Education
Specialization in Developmental Editing -
University of Washington
Intro to Developmental Editing -
Editors Canada
Cultural Resource Management, Museum Studies -
University of Victoria
Bachelor of Journalism, Honors -
Carleton University
Skills
- Proofreading
- Developmental Editing
- Research
- Copywriting, Editing, and Review
- Arts Reporting
- Interviewing Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Curriculum Development
- Excellent Interpersonal Communications
- Consistent Brand Messaging
- Deadline Adherence
Affiliations
- Editors Canada, Member
- Women in Film & TV, Vancouver Advisory Board, Past Member
- Television Critics Association of North America, Past Member
Timeline
Copywriter and Editor
aMUSEing MEDIA
01.2013 - 01.2023
Public and School Programs Manager
VANCOUVER POLICE MUSEUM
01.2010 - 01.2013
Journalism and Writing Instructor
VANCOUVER FILM SCHOOL
01.2006 - 01.2013
Arts Correspondent
CANWEST NEWS SERVICE
01.1998 - 01.2008
Editor and Associate Editor
CANADA WIDE MEDIA LTD
01.1995 - 01.1998
Lead Entertainment Writer and Editor
THE NEWS-LEADER
01.1992 - 01.1994
Staff Writer
THE OTTAWA CITIZEN
01.1989 - 01.1992
Specialization in Developmental Editing -
University of Washington
Intro to Developmental Editing -
Editors Canada
Cultural Resource Management, Museum Studies -
University of Victoria
Bachelor of Journalism, Honors -
Carleton University
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