Author of The Tales of Tanglewood
Greater New York City Area
- Current
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- Copywriter at Active Web Group
- Author - The Tales of Tanglewood at Published Author (Self-employed)
- Author & Journalist at Associated Content
- Past
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- Graphic Designer at Display Presentations
- Production Manager/Warehouse Manager at Creative Packaging of Long Island
- Graphic Designer/Macintosh Technical Support at Skyline Displays
- Account Executive/Graphic Artist at Bernard Hodes Advertising, Inc.
- Education
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- Center for Desktop Publishing
- Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus
- Suffolk County Community College
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Scott Kessman’s Summary
Since graduating college in 1995 with degrees in Marketing & Business Administration, Advertising, and Certificates in essential graphics programs, I have assumed many roles.
I began as a Jr. Account Coordinator in an Advertising Agency, and was quickly promoted to the position of Account Executive, working with clients such as Canon, GE, and Verint (then Bell-Atlantic).
I have always been extremely creative, and once I gained ample experience with various professional graphics programs, I became a Graphic Designer, and have been for almost 10 years.
But my true passion has always been writing, and after amassing a collection of short stories and others that may someday be expanded into larger tales, I have completed my first novel, an all ages modern fantasy/folklore tale, entitled The Tales of Tanglewood. It is the first novel in a series. More information can be found at www.talesoftanglewood.com
Scott Kessman’s Specialties:
I have also worked in retail in both sales and managerial roles. Other related roles include a copywriter, proofreader, production artist, color correction specialist, software support, website designer and builder, and printing software specialist.
Scott Kessman’s Experience
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Copywriter
Active Web Group
(Privately Held; Marketing and Advertising industry)
August 2009 — Present (4 months)
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Author - The Tales of Tanglewood
Published Author (Self-employed)
(Self-Employed; Myself Only; Writing and Editing industry)
January 2008 — Present (1 year 11 months)
Author of The Tales of Tanglewood. Tales of Tanglewood: The Lon Dubh Whistle melds together influences of Celtic and Irish mythology with modern-day folklore, and is a fantasy novel to be enjoyed and cherished by all ages.
Within the pages of this tome you will find the adventures of Colin, a child who is fully aware of the hidden world of myth and wonder hiding within the woods just beyond his home, long kept secret by old magic.
Only the fey magic which runs through his veins has enabled him to find what others cannot; the Tanglewood, the wood within the woods. Full of odd characters and fey beings, the Tanglewood is a world of magnificent folklore come to life.
Visit the website at www.talesoftanglewood.com to download the first 3 chapters for free. -
Author & Journalist
Associated Content
(Writing and Editing industry)
October 2007 — Present (2 years 2 months)
Freelance writer for Associated Content, an internet search-based article resource. My articles cover a wide range of topics, including food, health, product reviews, travel, lifestyle, news, and more. Together, my articles have amassed over 1 million page views.
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Graphic Designer
Display Presentations
(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Marketing and Advertising industry)
September 2003 — October 2008 (5 years 2 months)
Hands-on experience creating various forms of signage and media under tight deadlines, ranging from trade show murals and graphics, multimedia projects, logo creation and design, point-of-purchase displays, and Flash projects. Work directly with major companies such as Symbol, Computer Associates, and Canon.
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Production Manager/Warehouse Manager
Creative Packaging of Long Island
(Packaging and Containers industry)
May 2002 — September 2003 (1 year 5 months)
Handled the creation and preparation of all brochures, print material and website maintenance. Recreated company logos for print production on packaging. In addition, oversaw the day-to-day operation of the warehouse, including incoming and outgoing deliveries, inventory, and custom packaging production
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Graphic Designer/Macintosh Technical Support
Skyline Displays
(Graphic Design industry)
March 2000 — March 2002 (2 years 1 month)
Created interpretive and informative signage and murals for museums, parks, aquariums, historical sites, and other areas across the world. Handled creation and production of conceptual murals and displays for trade show booths. Modeled and designed trade show booths ranging from 10’ x 10’ to 40’ x 40’. Built two large-scale company websites. Oversaw day-to-day network and tech support, and application support.
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Account Executive/Graphic Artist
Bernard Hodes Advertising, Inc.
(Marketing and Advertising industry)
April 1997 — December 1999 (2 years 9 months)
Handled local, national, and international accounts, including Canon U.S.A., Bell Atlantic, Geico, Publishers Clearing House, A&P, and General Electric. Worked with company representatives in an account services manner to provide input on advertising options, copywriting, and creative development. Coordinated and created advertisements in various forms of media, including print, radio, and the Internet. Instrumental in such duties as creative layout from concept to completion for advertisements, brochures, logos, business cards, and posters; typesetting; client/agency/media relations; and administrative procedures such as billing and research, and securing placement of advertisements.
Scott Kessman’s Education
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Center for Desktop Publishing
Photoshop, Quark & Illustrator 1996 — 1996
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Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus
BS , Business Management & Marketing , 1993 — 1996
Certificate in Advertising, 1996
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Suffolk County Community College
AS , Liberal Arts & Humanities , 1990 — 1993
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Scott Kessman’s Interests:
Writing, Art & Film, Fantasy & Horror, Nature & Strange Places, Ireland, Raquetball, Food & Cooking
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