Lucy Baker

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About Lucy Baker

Communications professional for more than 20 years, focused on engaging a diverse audience with interesting and relevant information through print and digital products, putting a high importance on accuracy and fairness. My nonprofit volunteer work is extensive and centers on enhancing educational opportunities in my local schools and improving the lives of local breast cancer patients, especially by utilizing my social media talents. I have been an editor and writer for daily newspapers since 1988 and was a paid blogger for six years. I also serve as the social media voice for several community groups, and I coordinate publicity and manage communications for three local organizations. I strive to create inroads for my target brands by building and maintaining relationships through social media platforms and personal outreach-Specialties: I'm a wordsmith, editor, writer, blogger and media specialist who is deadline-savvy, adapts to changing technology, and knows how to distill complicated information into accurate, understandable phrases-I excel at branding, preparing press materials and publicizing events-My excellent judgment, proven communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively are transferable to any industry-Proficient with QuarkXPress, InDesign, InCopy, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.