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Joel Sparks
Experienced in Writing, Marketing, and Design: Seeking position!
Joel Sparks is a versatile professional with a varied background in public relations, fundraising, event management, journalism, and education.
With experience in roles such as Senior Consultant at Reingold Public Relations and as a former High School English Teacher at Montgomery County Public Schools, Joel brings a unique blend of skills to the table.
His fundraising expertise is demonstrated through successful projects like the 'Just the Basics' Hurricane Katrina Benefit Concert and securing funding for initiatives like the 'Harlem Hayride' music album and 'Catthulhu' books.
Event management is another area of strength for Joel, having served as Vice President at CTST Conferences and organizing the popular Summer Underground concerts in Silver Spring.
In journalism, Joel has made contributions to various publications like On Tap Magazine, DC STYLE Magazine, The Washington Times, The Onion A/V Club Washington DC, and Washington Life Magazine.
His skill set includes media relations, copywriting, marketing, crowdfunding, art direction, print production, technology, social media promotion, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop, Microsoft Office, databases like FileMaker and Bento, and web publishing.
Joel's educational background includes a BA in History and English from Emory University, a JD from Emory University School of Law, and additional studies in English Literature and Language at the University of Maryland, as well as Educational Psychology and Pedagogy at Trinity University.
Throughout his career, Joel has been associated with various organizations, from being a Sole Proprietor at Freelance Marketing to roles such as Writer at OriginalCopy, Owner/Author/Publisher at CATTHULHU.com, and Managing Agent at Clever Bits Music.
His professional journey also includes positions like Chief Writer, Line Editor, Designer at Faster Monkey Games, Trust Manager at The Norbert Halloran Trust, Freelance Writer at Washington Life magazine, Writer at WorldWorks Games, Freelance Writer at DC STYLE Magazine, Contributing Editor at On Tap Magazine, and VP at CTST.
