Resume

M. B. Levine
mblevine@bellsouth.net


Writing and Editorial Background

Writing: Freelance writer for five years with experience in book reviewing, article, essay, and business writing; author of three novels; experience writing critiques and ghostwriting synopses and query letters.

Business and Corporate Writing: Policy manuals, job descriptions, correspondence, memorandums, and reports.

Research: Business, legal, medical, and academic research using print and electronic sources.

Employment History

Freelance Writer - September 2004 to present, Hampton, Georgia
Write reviews, articles, and essays.

Technical Services Librarian – October 2008 to present, Alston & Bird LLP Atlanta, Georgia
Manage the technical service department of a large law firm; supervise up to five contractors; catalog new materials and database maintenance.

Librarian/Team Lead – June 2006 to October 2008, Cadence Group Atlanta, Georgia
Supervised library paraprofessionals; provided reference and circulation services; and loose-leaf filing in legal, business, and medical libraries.

Scanning Intern—January 2006 to October 2006, Georgia Archives Atlanta, Georgia
Prepared, scanned, and indexed electronic files; conducted quality control checks of uploaded documents.

Library Associate—April 2005 to September 2005, Gwinnett Public Library Lawrenceville, Georgia
Provided reference and reader’s advisory services, processed new books and assisted Volunteer Coordinator.

Care Management Technician—February 2004 to April 2005, GRN Community Service Board Jonesboro, Georgia
Managed mental health records, conducted chart reviews, client interviews and worked directly with counselors to update treatment plans quarterly.

Forensic Assessment Specialist/Counselor—March 3001 to September 2003, Associated Counseling Atlanta, Georgia
Completed diagnostic evaluations of parole, probation, and Department of Family and Children Services populations; facilitated individual counseling, women’s and substance abuse groups.

Education
M.P.W., Chatham University, 2007 to present—Professional Writing
M.S., Drexel University, 2006—Library and Information Science
M.A., Argosy University, 2001—Professional Counseling
B.S., Alabama State University, 1993--Psychology

Memberships: Member, Georgia Writers Association