About Mary R. Drews (C.V.)
(Mary R. Shefferman)

Professional Experience

2002 – present: Web Content Writer / Internet Marketing
Crunchy Concepts, Inc., Smithtown, NY
Develop and market various websites. Write content for SEO. Perform research. Use and edit HTML coding as needed.

1994 – 2003: Co-Founder & Editor-in-Chief
Modern Ferret Magazine, Smithtown, NY
Write, edit, copyedit and proofread all materials for magazine. Write and follow up on press releases. Promote the magazine and ferret education in various places (e.g., print, radio, TV, pet shows). Perform customer service functions and administrative tasks. Write and promote books (as Mary R. Shefferman).

1990 – 1993: Managing Editor / Senior Copy Editor / Copy Editor / Proofreader
Global Medical Communications, New York, NY
Edit and copyedit medical education materials, including journal articles, slide kits, newsletters, symposia materials, monographs and other informational materials. Primary subject focus: the biotechnology field.

1987 – 1990: First Line Editor / Copy Editor / Proofreader
Panel Publishers, Greenvale, NY, and New York, NY
Copyedit and proofread tax law and human resources materials, including journals, newsletters, books and loose-leaf services.

1985 – 1986: Proofreader
Craftsmen Corp., Smithtown, NY
Proofread manuals and other materials for integrated logistic support (military).
 

Freelance

2008 – current: Publicity / Audience Development / Web Content Development / Internet Marketing
Helicon Productions / Lulu's Village Pub, Port Jefferson, NY
Write and edit content for website. Write and edit content for social networking sites. Write press releases and blogs to promote live music venue. Contact print and online publications to promote venue’s music schedule.

2008 – 2009: Graphic Artist & Proofreader
Avancy Inc., Ronkonkoma, NY
Create graphics and proofread materials.

2007 – 2008: Editorial & Marketing Consulting / Internet Consulting & Implementation
PopUp Power Supplies Ltd., London, United Kingdom
Write and edit website information. Write articles for publicity purposes. Create Power Point presentations. Consult with small business owner regarding development and promotion of business.

1994 – 2000: Medical Copy Editor
 mL Medcom, Mount Vernon, NY
 Copyedit medical education materials.
 

Publications

The Ferret: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet (book), Howell Book House 1996 (as Mary R. Shefferman) A comprehensive ferret-care book.	The Ferret: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet (Happy Healthy Pet) Mary R. Shefferman
The Wit and Wisdom of the Modern Ferrets: A Ferret's Perspective on Ferret Care (book), Modern Ferret Magazine Books 2000 (as Mary R. Shefferman) A collection of ferret-care columns "written by" the Modern Ferret Magazine ferrets.	The Wit and Wisdom of the Modern Ferrets: A Ferret's Perspective On Ferret Care Mary R. Shefferman
500 Things My Ferret Told Me (book), Modern Ferret Magazine Books 2002 (as Mary R. Shefferman) A humor book from the ferret's perspective.	500 Things My Ferret Told Me Mary R. Shefferman
Modern Ferret magazine (as Mary R. Shefferman) Editorial columns and numerous articles in 33 issues of the award-winning "ferret lifestyle magazine."	See Article List (opens in a new window)
Lose Fat Not Faith: A Transformation Guide (book) By Jeremy Likness; edited by Mary R. Shefferman, Golden Summit Inc. 2005 A comprehensive fitness and nutrition guide.	Lose Fat, Not Faith: A Transformation Guide Jeremy Likness

 

Education

BA English -- Literature/Writing: Southampton College, Long Island, NY, 1985
 

Awards

Min's Top 12 Magazines, 1999 (Modern Ferret). Award for editorial excellence and relevance to the target audience.

50 Most Notable Magazine Launches of 1995 (Modern Ferret), Samir Husni's Guide to New Magazines

Commendation, Nassau County, New York, for educating the public about ferrets

John Steinbeck Award for Poetry 1984

Readers and Writers of Southampton College Award for Poetry 1984 and 1985

National Honor Society
 

Websites

• MaryRDrews.com -- Editorial services
   
• DepressionPlace.com -- Information
   
• FerretNews.com -- Ferret owner education
   
• AllTheWayToCleveland.org -- Fan site developed to help publicize a petition for musician Ian Hunter
   
• Step-SideShortyBand.com -- Band website
   
• LulusLive.com -- Music venue website
   
• AmysDesigns.com -- T-shirt designs
   
• PenguinsOnParade.com -- T-shirt designs
   
• ElephantDesigns.com -- T-shirt designs
   
• TopicalTees.com -- T-shirt designs
   
• ModernFerretStore.com -- Commerce and product information
   
• MongoWorld.com -- Information and commerce
   

TV & Radio Appearances

CNN (Jeanne Moos)

NPR's On The Media

Pet Shop with Marc Morrone (Fox Network)

Pet News (Fox News Channel)

The Family Pet with Dr. Greenfield (Long Island News12)

WINS Radio (New York)

WOR Radio (New York)

WKTU Radio (New York)

BBC Radio (UK)

PetTalkAmerica with Bob Vella (syndicated/Internet)
 

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