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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE News & Internet Editor | The Canadian Jewish News | Toronto, Ont. | 1989-2014 Steered daily newsroom operations and led a 10-person editorial team during the editor's absence to guarantee seamless content production and strict deadline adherence. Orchestrated story assignments for five to eight staff reporters, freelancers, and cross-Canada correspondents to guarantee a consistent stream of weekly content. Spearheaded a specialized reporter "beat" system, which streamlined public communications and measurably improved article quality. Designed the visual layout and curated news content for the newspaper's weekly Toronto edition. Pioneered the publication’s digital presence as the inaugural Internet Editor, managing website content, troubleshooting code, and driving multiple site redesigns. Produced the annual health supplement from concept to publication, including story development, photojournalism, and page design. Controlled editorial expenditures by tracking monthly freelance financial records and generating year-over-year cost-variance analyses in Excel. Staff Reporter | The Canadian Jewish News | Toronto, Ont. | 1984-1989 Reported on a diverse portfolio of news beats, including politics, business, arts, fashion, and sports. Authored compelling feature stories for the newspaper’s magazine supplement. Captured high-quality editorial photography using both colour and black-and-white film during field assignments. Contributed to the layout and production design of the weekly Montreal edition to ensure visual continuity. Directed production of the annual regional supplement, managing content creation, freelance assignments, photojournalism, and page layout. Staff Reporter | Battleford Telegraph | Battleford, Sask. | 1983-1984 Reported on a diverse portfolio of news beats, including politics, agriculture, and emergency services. Captured, developed, and processed editorial photographs utilizing both colour and black-and-white film media. Executed page layout and production design using early digital mock-up and desktop publishing software. News Editor | Borderland Reporter | Coronach, Sask. | 1982-1983 Managed end-to-end editorial functions for a two-person newsroom, directly executing story development, investigative reporting, copy writing, and photojournalism. Supervised page layout, production design, and final formatting for the weekly print newspaper. Served as the public-facing spokesperson for the publication, establishing foundational community relations to align coverage with local needs as the town's inaugural newspaper. VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Editor/Webmaster, Kol Echad & The Horizon | Forestdale Heights Lodge, B’nai Brith Canada | Toronto, Ont. | 1991 – 2025 Managed the 30-year evolution of an award-winning monthly bulletin, scaling the publication from a basic newsletter into a comprehensive, multi-page format featuring commercial advertising. Created fresh monthly editorial content, authoring a dedicated feature column while managing the production pipeline for a 28-to-32-page publication. Developed and secured new advertising revenue streams by actively prospecting, consulting, and designing promotional graphics for corporate partners. Executed end-to-end layout, typography, and prepress design for both print and digital editions to ensure visual consistency and engaging copy placement. Programmed, updated, and maintained an award-winning corporate website utilizing custom HTML code to deliver dynamic informational resources to members. Editor, Shabbat Matters | Pride of Israel Synagogue | Toronto, Ont. | December 2016 – April 2021 Redesigned a multi-page publication to modernize visual appeal, typography, and layout structure. Managed end-to-end production of a four-page newsletter, from content curation and material gathering through final editorial review. Spearheaded a critical digital transformation during the pandemic by pivoting a traditional print publication into a responsive, multi-page online format. Member | American Jewish Press Association | 2007-2011 Served as the exclusive Canadian delegate and representative for The Canadian Jewish News at annual industry conferences, providing a distinct national perspective on international publishing trends. President | Forestdale Heights Lodge, B’nai Brith Canada | Toronto, Ont. | 2003-2005 Chaired monthly meetings and directed long-term strategic planning across a two-term presidency following multiple years of executive committee service. Guided organizational alignment, community outreach, and governance initiatives to ensure sustained operational progress and success. Spearheaded the development and implementation of an innovative Community Service Program, resulting in the Lodge receiving a prestigious organizational award from B’nai Brith Canada. EDUCATION Journalism Diploma | Sheridan College | Oakville, Ont. | 1981 – 1982 Bachelor of Arts (BA) | University of Toronto | Scarborough, Ont. | 1977 – 1981 INTERESTS Digital Media & Web Design: Create and maintain a personal portfolio website utilizing modern web architecture and content management principles. Travel Photography & Book Design: Document travel experiences through high-quality photography, managing the end-to-end design and publishing of custom editorial coffee table books.