A Writer's Creative Resume

Satire (săt’īr’) A form of communication using wit and irony to expose the ridiculous.  See: this resume.

Scaramouche (skăr’ǝ-mōōsh’).  Will you do the fandango?

Schemaille (shǝ-mā’), Michael  (1975-  )  Skilled writer and creative professional.  After a career as an English teacher, he changed fields to craft outstanding ad copy and produce inspired, compelling, and engaging writing.  He is noted for his way with words, sharp sense of humor, and creative approach to problem solving.

School (skōōl) A training ground for aspiring creatives.  Much as prisons prepare criminals to be better at what they do, schools do the same for teachers.   It’s all about stating your case, sticking by it, and bringing a skeptical audience around to your way of thinking.  You’ve got to be quick enough to anticipate emerging needs, and clever enough to meet those needs without anyone knowing they had them to begin with.  As it turns out, you learn more in school as an adult than you ever did as an awkward teenager.

Schmuck (shmŭk) What not to call the client.  At least, not while they’re listening.

Seduction (sĭ-dŭk-shǝn) A deliberate dance where one party tries to entice the other.  Examples include advertising and entreaties to join the Dark Side. Seduction is like flirting, but more goal-oriented.

Seuss (sōōs), Dr.      I can write, yes it’s true.  Let’s talk jobs, me and you.

                                    I am bright, I am keen.  You need me on your team.

Sex (sĕks) sells.  See: seduction

Skills (skĭls) Writing, editing, speaking, problem solving, teaching, project development, cooking, diaper changing, juggling (poorly)

Soul (sōl) An intangible, critical quality; deep feeling or emotion.  Something to stir, to inspire, to elevate and to speak to.

Strengths (strĕngkths) Intelligence, humor, compassion, persistence, attnetion ot dteail, cultural competency, extensive travel experience, word play.  Background in Art History and critical analysis.

Stop (stŏp) Not on your life; I’m just getting started!

Sushi (sōō’shē) An expensive and addictive habit that can only be curbed by those sweet, sweet writing dollars.