WORK EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
Currently I work as the web producer for TheHorse.com. My responsibilities include managing a large database of horse health articles and resources, maintaining and growing social media channels, creating and deploying 10+ weekly and monthly e-newsletters, and general website management. I also work with the sales team to manage the online ad inventory and traffic ad creatives via Google Ad Manager.
I have experience writing informational articles for online media, creating and maintaining basic websites for non-profit groups and clubs, creating and managing social media channels for groups and individuals (including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram), creating and distributing online surveys, and measuring website traffic using Google Analytics.
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EDUCATION
University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY
January 2010 – May 2013
Masters Degree: Career, Technical and Leadership Education: Community Leadership & Development
Focus: Online Education and Youth; Thesis Creative Project: Horse Sense: Teaching and Evaluating Horse Safety Principles to Teens in an Online Environment (View Masters Thesis)
University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY
August 2006 - December 2009
Bachelors Degree in Community Communications and Leadership Development, Agricultural Communications.
Minor in Animal Sciences.
University Honors: Magna Cum Laude
INTERESTS
ACHIEVEMENTS
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
SKILLS
Proficient in WordPress, Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Docs, Google Analytics, Google Sites, Adestra, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Dreamweaver, Audacity, Quicktime Pro, and Mailchimp.
PROFESSIONAL AWARDS, PUBLICATIONS, AND PRESENTATIONS
Awards
Greene, B, K. Anderson, C. Williams, A. Griffin, J. Whittle. (2010) NIFA Partnership Award for Effective and Efficient Use of Resources.
Wilson, K., K. Waite, E.L. Bailey, A. Griffin, C. Brady, J. Whittle, and H. Spooner. (2010) "HORSE ADULT LEADER TRAINING AND EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE (HALTER)" NAE4-HA Educational Technology Award (Team). Northeast Region Winner.
Publications
E.A. Greene, A.S. Griffin, J. Whittle, C. Williams, A.B. Howard, and K.P. Anderson, 2010. Development and usage of eXtension's HorseQuest: an online resource. Journal of Animal Science.
Greene, E.A., J.L. Whittle, A.S. Griffin, C.H. Wood, K. Anderson, and C.A. Williams. 2009. “Using Web 2.0 Technology (YouTube) to Reach Extension Clientele.” Journal of Equine Veterinary Science. 29:5 439-440.
Presentations
J. Whittle, K. Waite, E.A. Greene, and G. Heyboer. “Garnering Grants and Partnerships”. 2011 eXtension National COP Workshop in Louisville, KY (June 28-July 1, 2011)
E.A. Greene, K. L. Waite, G. Heyboer, J. Whittle, C. D. Skelly, K. Vignare. “The Development, Evaluation and Implementation of an Online Safety Course for Youth Working on Equine Facilities.” American Society of Animal Science Meetings in New Orleans, LA (July 10-14, 2011)
Greene, E.A., A.S. Griffin, J. Whittle, and K. Anderson. 2009. “Going Viral: Using the Audience to Market HorseQuest Content.” National eXtension CoP Conference. In St Louis, MO. (October, 2009)
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Currently I work as the web producer for TheHorse.com. My responsibilities include managing a large database of horse health articles and resources, maintaining and growing social media channels, creating and deploying 10+ weekly and monthly e-newsletters, and general website management. I also work with the sales team to manage the online ad inventory and traffic ad creatives via Google Ad Manager.
I have experience writing informational articles for online media, creating and maintaining basic websites for non-profit groups and clubs, creating and managing social media channels for groups and individuals (including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram), creating and distributing online surveys, and measuring website traffic using Google Analytics.
View My Full Resume
EDUCATION
University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY
January 2010 – May 2013
Masters Degree: Career, Technical and Leadership Education: Community Leadership & Development
Focus: Online Education and Youth; Thesis Creative Project: Horse Sense: Teaching and Evaluating Horse Safety Principles to Teens in an Online Environment (View Masters Thesis)
University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY
August 2006 - December 2009
Bachelors Degree in Community Communications and Leadership Development, Agricultural Communications.
Minor in Animal Sciences.
University Honors: Magna Cum Laude
INTERESTS
- Creating websites for personal and/or business use.
- Educating existing and prospective horse owners through online resources.
- Photography
ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2009 American Horse Publications Student Travel Award Winner
- 2008 Regional & Semifinal Representative for UK Western Equestrian Team
- 2007-08 University of Kentucky Student Employee of the Year Finalist
- 2007 Top Ten Collegiate Individual, Morgan Horse National Judging Contest
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
- 2007, 2008 – University of Kentucky Horse Judging Team
- 2006, 2007 – University of Kentucky Equestrian Team
SKILLS
Proficient in WordPress, Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Docs, Google Analytics, Google Sites, Adestra, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Dreamweaver, Audacity, Quicktime Pro, and Mailchimp.
PROFESSIONAL AWARDS, PUBLICATIONS, AND PRESENTATIONS
Awards
Greene, B, K. Anderson, C. Williams, A. Griffin, J. Whittle. (2010) NIFA Partnership Award for Effective and Efficient Use of Resources.
Wilson, K., K. Waite, E.L. Bailey, A. Griffin, C. Brady, J. Whittle, and H. Spooner. (2010) "HORSE ADULT LEADER TRAINING AND EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE (HALTER)" NAE4-HA Educational Technology Award (Team). Northeast Region Winner.
Publications
E.A. Greene, A.S. Griffin, J. Whittle, C. Williams, A.B. Howard, and K.P. Anderson, 2010. Development and usage of eXtension's HorseQuest: an online resource. Journal of Animal Science.
Greene, E.A., J.L. Whittle, A.S. Griffin, C.H. Wood, K. Anderson, and C.A. Williams. 2009. “Using Web 2.0 Technology (YouTube) to Reach Extension Clientele.” Journal of Equine Veterinary Science. 29:5 439-440.
Presentations
J. Whittle, K. Waite, E.A. Greene, and G. Heyboer. “Garnering Grants and Partnerships”. 2011 eXtension National COP Workshop in Louisville, KY (June 28-July 1, 2011)
E.A. Greene, K. L. Waite, G. Heyboer, J. Whittle, C. D. Skelly, K. Vignare. “The Development, Evaluation and Implementation of an Online Safety Course for Youth Working on Equine Facilities.” American Society of Animal Science Meetings in New Orleans, LA (July 10-14, 2011)
Greene, E.A., A.S. Griffin, J. Whittle, and K. Anderson. 2009. “Going Viral: Using the Audience to Market HorseQuest Content.” National eXtension CoP Conference. In St Louis, MO. (October, 2009)
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS