1. SHERRY KINKOPH GUNTER
4029 E. 450 N., Alexandria, IN 46001
Phone: (765) 378-7656 / email: swkgunter@yahoo.com
OBJECTIVE: Position in COMMUNICATIONS field utilizing writing and computer skills.
PROFILE
I have 22 years experience authoring and editing a wide array of computer books. As a
freelance writer, my specialty is translating geeky, technical content into material the rest
of the world can understand in order to get their work done. I am fluent in PC and Mac,
including the various types of popular software used on both.
QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS
 Over 29 years experience in the field of communications in a variety of areas:
publishing, advertising, broadcasting, public relations and corporate training.
 Authored and edited over 100 computer books since 1992.
 Proven multi-talented skills: writing, graphic arts and design, photography, desktop
publishing, computer training, instructional design and development.
 Strengths in management and administration; reputation for ethical responsibility,
commitment and high achievement.
 Effective team developer; comfortable leading or collaborating.
 Excellent presentation skills; clear and professional manner.
RELEVANT SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
WRITING/MEDIA EXPERIENCE
 Authored and developed numerous best-selling, user-friendly computer books for
both adults and children for a variety of imprints and publishers (Macmillan, Que,
Wiley, Sams, Pearson). Recent published titles include:
o My Google Apps (Que)
o Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Word 2013 (Que)
o Sams Teach Yourself Facebook in 10 Minutes, 3E (Sams)
o Teach Yourself Visually Laptops (Wiley)
 Wrote, edited copy, scripts, and articles for broadcast and print publications;
familiar with various writing styles (Chicago Manual of Style, Plain English, etc).
 Created, designed and produced brochures, newsletters and display advertising.
 Wrote, directed, and produced sound/slide and video programs for instructional
and public relations presentations.
 Made presentations to clients, including product demonstrations, book ideas.
 Participated in and coordinated industry trade shows, conferences and exhibits.
MANAGEMENT/ADMINISTRATION
 Successfully launched and managed a product line of children’s computer books:
acquired authors, developed manuscripts, oversaw book layout and production,
wrote and designed newsletters, implemented marketing campaigns and
promotions (Macmillan/Que).

2.  Outstanding job performance and leadership skills led to advancement into
supervisory and management positions (Volt Information Sciences). As advertising
manager:
o Successfully reorganized and increased productivity of advertising
department.
o Coordinated production planning, schedules and troubleshooting.
o Staffed department personnel, maintained salary administration and
evaluations.
o Organized resources, materials, inventory and ordering.
o Developed new production techniques, implemented technology updates.
TRAINING/DEVELOPMENT & PRESENTATION
 Created and instructed training program for new employees: company orientation,
job-skill instruction and computer education. Performed ongoing evaluation and
development of corporate training programs (Volt Information Sciences).
 Developed training materials: handbooks, exercises, worksheets, user’s guides.
 Teaching experience with all age groups, children through adults.
COMPUTER EXPERIENCE
 Working knowledge of PC and Macintosh computer systems, peripherals and
software, tablets (iPad) and networked mobile devices (Android OS).
 Software experience using a variety of programs, including Microsoft Office Suite
(Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, OneNote), Adobe Flash and Photoshop
Elements, and Google Apps Suite.
 Internet and online experience including HTML coding, web page building, social
media, and e-commerce.
 Desktop publishing experience: graphics, digital photography, design and layout.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Freelance Writer 1995-present
Clients: Que, Sams, Pearson, Wiley
Macmillan Computer Publishing 1992-1995
Project Manager/Staff Writer
L. S. Ayres and Company 1991-1992
Advertising Copywriter
Volt Information Sciences 1985-1990
Display Advertising Manager, Training Coordinator, Advertising Layout
EDUCATION
B. A. Degree in Communications, Indiana University