An innovative Communication Specialist in online/print multimedia with decades of direct formal and informal academic environment and Cooperative Extension Service familiarity. Fluently applies traditional journalistic methods to interactive new media technology, strategically enhancing narrative structure and visual storytelling using current technologies. Creatively navigates new challenges and articulates thoughtful flexible, and analytical problem-solving solutions at above-average speed using best practices. Uses extensive experience in serving as a liaison or mediator between the University and general community members including farmers, as well as the mainstream news media agencies, public relations, and IT professionals. Customer service focused, detail-oriented, ethical, and intuitive, with management and decision-making skills. Also an innate educator with a proven track record for successfully developing and implementing in-person, online, and blended learning environments.