Leah Borst Creative
Writer/Designer/Consultant
My passion is my profession. I love to write and create. With nearly 10 years of professional experience in writing, public relations, marketing, graphic design, communications, electronic communications, social media and journalism, I know what it takes to make clients look and sound good.
My experience includes communication strategies, print and electronic publications and newsletters, developing media campaigns, content development for online and print, social media management, designing marketing and promotional materials, conducting detailed research and event management. I have proven success with strategic communications, content development, design and ability to quickly understand client industries.
Freelance Writer, Designer & Blogger
2011 - present
Owner and chief content contributor to parenting blog, Tiny Mitten Secrets; Freelance writer for The Detroit News; Graphic designer and content writer for clients across the United States; public relations and communications consultant for Michigan nonprofits; And, electronic marketing manager and content producer for worldwide clients.
Communications Manager, Make-A-Wish Michigan
​2013 - 2015
​Produced content for organization by writing stories, media materials, electronic communications, website, marketing and other needs. Managed six websites, including launch of five fundraising event websites, by producing content, creating images and adding basic HTML coding. Assisted development team with fundraising events, including a $2 million event, by creating marketing campaigns, drafting scripts, conducting media outreach, developing presentations and designing marketing materials. Built and maintained relationships with statewide media reporters and editors. Created press releases, print advertisements and other media assets.
Media/Marketing Coordinator
Lezotte Miller Public Relations
2008 - 2013
Worked with various clients, designers and printers on marketing, communications and media needs. Created and designed print and electronic materials, including five quarterly print publications and several electronic newsletters. Developed campaigns, strategies, content and visual assets. Managed company website, electronic newsletter and social media accounts, including designing assets. Planned and managed marketing campaigns, research campaigns and major fundraising events. Judged the Michigan Society of Association Executives Diamond Awards for public relations and magazine publishing categories for four consecutive years, 2008 – 2012.
Staff Writer, Shelby Daily Globe
2007 - 2008
Sports Reporter, The Kalamazoo Gazette
2006 - 2007
MY RESUME
Professional ​
info​​
Work​
experience​
Skills
AP Style
InDesign
Photoshop
Adobe Suites
Microsoft Office Suites
Services
Graphic Design
Content Creation
Media Relations
Brand Development
Communications Strategy
Education
Western Michigan University
Graduated: 2006
​Bachelor of Arts and Sciences, School of Communications
Major: Journalism