Erin Richards

Erin Richards

Editorial Intern

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  • About me

    Program Director at Don't Be A Monster

  • Education

    • Virginia Commonwealth University

      2006 - 2010
      Bachelor's degree English Language and Literature, General
    • Virginia Commonwealth University

      2006 - 2010
      Bachelor's Degree Women's Studies
  • Experience

    • Richmond Family Magazine

      May 2009 - Aug 2009
      Editorial Intern

      * Wrote mid-length feature articles* Wrote columns and online blog articles* Fact-checked

    • Richmond Family Magazine

      Sept 2010 - Dec 2012
      Freelance Contributing Writer

      * Wrote 800-1500 word profiles and “snap-shot” articles* Reviewed culinary classes* Contributed to the online blog* Pitched monthly stories

    • Organic Pet Superfood

      Mar 2011 - Mar 2012
      Social Media Manager

      Maintained the company's social media presence through Facebook, Twitter, and company blog. Wrote press releases and scripts for informational videos.

    • Boys and Girls Clubs of America

      Aug 2011 - Feb 2013

      * Developed programs for youth ages 6-18* Created and Implemented engaging art programs* Managed volunteers* Planned, organized, and implemented activities for large-scale community events

      • Cultural Arts Director

        May 2012 - Feb 2013
      • Youth Development Specialist

        Aug 2011 - May 2012
    • Wells Fargo

      Feb 2013 - Feb 2014
      Small Business Advocate

      * Worked closely with both consumers and business owners to offer financial advice and guidance* Nationally recognized in sales: ranked in the top ten across five states

    • Don't Be A Monster

      May 2014 - Aug 2020

      * Manage all aspects of a national anti-bullying organization * Oversee coordination of bullying prevention assemblies * Organize major fundraising campaigns * Develop programming that will be relevant in middle and high schools* Evaluate effectiveness of programs and program materials* Maintain all aspects of social media and outreach* Establish and maintain partnerships with other nonprofit organizations* Solicit major donors * Manage, recruit, and train all volunteers and staff* Create and oversee an annual operating budget Show less

      • National Program Director

        Dec 2014 - Aug 2020
      • National Outreach Coordinator

        May 2014 - Dec 2014
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Grant Writing

      Grant Management Associates - Grant Writing and other Services
      Oct 2014
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer Builder

      Issued by Habitat for Humanity on Apr 2010
      Habitat for HumanityAssociated with Erin Richards
    • Client Care Provider

      Issued by Metro CareRing on Apr 2012
      Metro CareRingAssociated with Erin Richards