GRETTA P. WHALEN

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I write well so you don’t have to.

I’m a creative communications pro with expertise in copy writing and content strategy and a strong background in public relations, journalism, and project management. Prior to joining the RAND Corporation as manager, Internal Communications, I helped nonprofits and startups create and implement communications strategies that were imaginative, innovative, and effective.

Deadlines are my love language and I’m as passionate about process as I am about product. As a former college English instructor, I know all about “the rules.” I also know when to break them. I’m the proud owner of a stack of style books, but I’m not a jerk about it.

Experience

My writing has appeared in The Hollywood ReporterE! OnlineEliza Magazine, and Salt Lake Magazine. My ghostwriting has appeared in The Huffington Post and the African-American Observer. I've written for charities, thought leaders, business titans, and even Hollywood legends, such as Hugh Jackman, Judith Light, and Danny DeVito. I also helped coordinate public relations for the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer.

Education

M.A. English Literature
CSU, Los Angeles

B.A. Print Journalism
Brigham Young University

Skills & Expertise

Writing

Editing

Employee Communications

Content Strategy

Design

Public Relations

Social Media Strategy

Branding

Project Management

Campaign Management

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Endorsements

Gretta is essentially five (highly skilled) people in one. She is the person we turn to when we need quality writing and editing done quickly and expertly. Her skills as a manager on social media projects has been top-notch. And her attitude and work ethic make her an asset to every project.
— Mayrav Saar, President, Kavanah Communications
Gretta is one of the most talented people I have ever had the opportunity to work with. She has an unparalleled attention to detail and has an uncanny ability to perceive any potential problems and come up with solutions long before they become an issue. Her writing is creative and always on point. Gretta is also one of the most agile people I have worked with; she is excels at almost any task and is able to work with all types of people and teams. In short, Gretta would be an invaluable asset for any team!
— Jacque Baumber, CEO, Baumer Impact Consulting
I have known Gretta for 16 years. I cannot say enough good things about Gretta as both a professional, teammate, and friend. Gretta is a total class act. She is one of the most intelligent women I have had the privilege of knowing and as a writer, is in my opinion unparalleled. Gretta is incredibly detail oriented in the best possible way. She is self motivated and always dependable. She holds herself to total accountability in the quality of her work and is open to taking on new challenges with a can do attitude. Be it, her project management skills, copy writing/editing talent, PR and communications management or executive level decision making she is truly a rare and incredible asset to any project. I cannot give a higher endorsement of her. Please feel free to contact me anytime to ask about my experience with Gretta.
— Lindsay Hadley, CEO, Hadley Impact Consulting

Contact

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