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Laura Knudson

Laura Knudson

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Proposal Manager at Amazon

  • Education

    • University of Washington

      2020 - 2022
      Graduate Certificate in Editing

    • Mt. Hood Community College

      2010 - 2012
      Journalism

      Activities and Societies: The Advocate, Student Finance Council, Track and Field Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association award winner: 2nd place best news storyFive time All-American in Track and Field

    • Western Oregon University

      2012 - 2015
      Bachelor's of Science Communication Studies

      Activities and Societies: Student Media, Track and Field, WOU Campus Garden, Incidental Fee Committee Representative 2015 ONPA award winner: 1st place Best Writing, 1st place Best Special Section, 3rd place Best Feature StoryRecipient of The Charles Snowden Program for Excellence in Journalism internshipWestern Oregon University Leadership award recipient 2014Indoor/Outdoor GNAC conference finalist in multiple events 2013-2015Minor in Psychology

  • Experience

    • Western Oregon University

      Jun 2013 - Mar 2015

      Directed daily operations of the editorial team and production of a weekly community newspaper Increased circulation and readership by 80 percent over two yearsChanged editorial direction to adapt to relevant, timely news, tracking local and state issues Wrote content for news, campus life, sports, entertainment and opinion sectionsFacilitated weekly critiques/trainings to improve story quality by developing staff writing/editing skills Evaluated content by fact-checking, proofreading, editing, ensured content adhered to AP style Maximized content for readability and accessibility for web and social media audiencesWorked closely with advertisers and designers to create ads, invoiced advertisersPromoted Journal through tabling, social media, flyers, etc.Managed budget, successfully advocated budget increase through student incidental fee process Show less

      • Editor-In-Chief

        Mar 2014 - Mar 2015

      • Managing Editor

        Jun 2013 - Mar 2014

    • Old Navy

      Jun 2013 - Apr 2014
      Sales Associate

    • The Outlook (Pamplin Media Group)

      Jun 2014 - Sept 2014
      Reporter Intern

      Collaborated as member of dynamic and fast-paced team Wrote news, features, and business articles including many published photosConducted phone, email, and face-to-face interviews with a wide variety of individualsAssisted in proofing the paper twice a week on production days Generated headlines, cut lines, decks and sidebars for every story

    • ECONorthwest

      Oct 2015 - Sept 2020

      Manages internal RFP leads tracking strategy, facilitates go/no-go decisions across the firm.Coordinated 300+ proposal efforts to date.Facilitates multidisciplinary teaming efforts across the AEC industry.Manages contractors, freelancers, and internal staff on editing, design, and proposal efforts.Supports practice leads, key rainmakers, and staff in business development efforts.Created company style guide and editing processGenerates website and social media content.Produces final reports, charts, and other collateral in InDesign for various clients.Edits/crafts public-facing collateral on various economic topics for a variety of audiences. Show less

      • Senior Marketing Coordinator

        May 2020 - Sept 2020

      • Marketing Coordinator

        Oct 2015 - Sept 2020

    • WSP USA

      Sept 2020 - Apr 2021
      Senior Marketing Coordinator

    • Cumming Group

      May 2021 - Dec 2021
      Proposal Manager

    • PwC

      Jan 2022 - Jun 2022
      Proposal Writer Manager | National Pursuit Team

    • Amazon

      Jun 2022 - now
      Proposal Manager | AB Bid/Capture

      Amazon Business Tech Certified

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Laura Knudson
      First Place Best Special Section Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association May 2015 The Journal was honored with first place in the Best Special Section category for its special issue on sexual assault awareness.
    • Awarded to Laura Knudson
      First Place Best Writing Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association May 2015 Articles included an op/ed on gluten-free lifestyles, a feature on the Three Legged Dog Pub in Independence, and a news story covering divestment of alumni funds.
    • Awarded to Laura Knudson
      Third Place Best Feature Story Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association May 2015
    • Awarded to Laura Knudson
      Charles Snowden Program for Excellence in Journalism internship University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication Jun 2014 Snowden interns are selected for their potential for successful media careers based on their journalistic experience, commitment to ethics, passion for journalism, and academic performance. In paid, ten-week placements, students work side-by-side with professionals, practicing the essential skills required to provide news and information to their communities. Reporter and photographer interns cover police, city hall, and schools, and develop feature packages on local personalities, regional… Show more Snowden interns are selected for their potential for successful media careers based on their journalistic experience, commitment to ethics, passion for journalism, and academic performance. In paid, ten-week placements, students work side-by-side with professionals, practicing the essential skills required to provide news and information to their communities. Reporter and photographer interns cover police, city hall, and schools, and develop feature packages on local personalities, regional heritage, entertainment, and the arts. Editing interns staff copy desks—checking facts, writing headlines and cutlines, and designing pages and spreads. Multimedia interns record and edit video and audio clips and assist with production of larger projects. Show less
    • Awarded to Laura Knudson
      Western Oregon University Leadership award recipient Western Oregon University May 2014
    • Awarded to Laura Knudson
      Second Place Best News Story Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association May 2012

  • Volunteer Experience

    • President

      Issued by SNOHOMISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY on Jan 2024
      SNOHOMISH HISTORICAL SOCIETYAssociated with Laura Knudson