Lindy Sexton
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About
Experience in travel journalism, creative and apparel design, and adventure sports marketing. Teaches yoga and takes pictures. Interested in promoting eco-tourism and conscious living through cultural and global initiatives.
Skills: Strengths include big picture thinking, networking, social media, event and travel planning, active listening, project management, and creative problem solving.
Expert in Mac OSX and Windows XP platforms, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, CSS and HTML, and online social media such as Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn. -
Education
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Certificate Non-Profit/Public/Organizational ManagementUniversity of Minnesota-Twin Cities2009 - 2009
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BA Communication, Art, Foreign StudiesUniversity of Minnesota-Duluth2002 - 2006
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European Art HistoryThe University of Birmingham2003 - 2004
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Experience
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Personal InstructorYoga2008 - Present (16 years)Teaches small group classes and one on one to those who want a more in depth experience of their body. Classes are for all levels of practice and invite creative movement through traditional and non-traditional poses. Emphasizes stability and offers modifications that build strength and promote relaxation.
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Travel WriterFreelance Travel Writer & Editor2007 - Present (17 years)• Produced professional, enticing overviews for online travel company.
• Employed client-based creative marketing strategies and organized field research, including travel.
• Implemented expert knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint and public speaking to present on various topics, including travel, creativity, and Yoga.
• Gained recognition for photography worldwide.
• Clients include Parks By Nature, High on Travel, Minneapolis Community Education, University of Saint Thomas, One Yoga, University of Minnesota, University of Birmingham -
PhotographerSelf employedJan 2000 - Present (24 years 8 months)• Specializes in portraits and creative stylizing.
• Professional knowledge of studio lighting.
• Expert in Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and other photo editing software. -
Marketing CoordinatorStreeter Law GroupVista, CAJul 2013 - Feb 2014 (7 months)• Assembled and developed content for monthly newsletter.
• Drafted and reviewed legal documents within the firm.
• Provided a high level of service to clients by answering questions about Estate Planning and scheduling appointments with the attorney.
• Managed online media presence for the firm with accuracy and precision.
• Doubled traffic within the firm in less than six months by instituting direct sales to clients and creating relationships with strategic alliances. -
Creative Marketing Strategist / Graphic DesignerFreelance / Graphic Design ServicesJan 2004 - Feb 2014 (10 years 1 month)• Used advanced knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite to enhance marketing potential through advertisements and brand definition.
• Oversaw production of nationally recognized publications with precision and accuracy.
• Created effective workflow with Microsoft and Adobe programs.
• Increased traffic and visibility through effective branding strategies.
• Clients included One Yoga, Michalke Publishing, Outside Incomes, Circle of Discipline, Universal Pants, Rock Guides -
Publications ManagerMichalke PublishingDec 2011 - Jan 2013 (1 year 1 month)Oversaw publications to completion with precision and accuracy. Effectively communicated with clients to ensure clarity and customer satisfaction. Created layout and ad designs for clients, using Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office.
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Affiliations
Streeter Law Firm A PC; PrAna Life; Peaks Foundation; Women's Leadership and Adventure Summit; ParksByNature, LLC; One Yoga; Gibbon Slacklines; Circle of Discipline; University of Minnesota; University of Birmingham, UK; D4Design
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Elsewhere on the Web
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On Coroflot@lindymaesexton, member since 2013
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