Bruce Andrew Peters
Experience and Qualifications
EDUCATION:
International Symposium: Institute for Public Relations, American University, Department of
Communication, April 2002.
WOR-WIC Community College: Continuing Education: Creative Writing for Publication, January
2000.
George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia, Bachelor of Independent Studies, Environmental
Communication, 1998. Academic Honors
The George Washington University, Washington, D.C. School of Government and Business
Administration. Completed ninety credit hours toward Bachelor of Business Administration
degree, before founding own business, 1980-83.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Certification in: Power Point, Word, Excel, Internet, Microsoft Outlook, Apollo, Explorer, Insight
Plus, Word Perfect 6.0, Web Design and photo editing.
AWARDS
Photography: Aviation Week and Space Technology Photo Issue, Centerspread: Military Aircraft
Category
Promotion: Ultralight Flying! Magazine, Excellence in Promotion of the Ultralight Industry
National Air and Space Museum: Commendation for Public Relations
Federal Aviation Administration: Commendation for Consulting Services
Virginia Department of Aviation: Commendation for Public Relations
Lion's Club International: Commendation for Public Speaking
Video:
1998 Commendation, Representative Gerald Hyland, Board of Supervisors, Mount Vernon
District
1999 Commendation from Virginia Congressman James P. Moran
Academic:
Dean's List, George Mason University.
EXPERIENCE:
FREELANCE PHOTOJOURNALIST, WRITER, WEB DESIGN, MEDIA/PUBLIC RELATIONS:
Clients include:
The American Trucking Association
Loudoun Economic Summit: Mural Display of Photography
Association of American Railroads
The Los Angeles Times-Syndicate
The Examiner Newspapers
Fido Friendly Magazine
Front Royal Magazine
Photoworks Creative Group
Norwegian Cruise Lines
Indigo Nights
Loudoun Magazine
Holland America Cruise Lines
The Westin Resorts (Starwood Hotels) - Key Largo, Florida, Grand Cayman Island
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION AND MARKETING, Photoworks Creative Group,
Charlottesville, Virginia. October 2002 to October 2003. Write press releases, field international
media inquiries to generate outstanding print, television, radio and internet media features, create
and supervise public relations initiatives, write weekly company newsletter, write corporate
correspondence and advertising copy. Photograph events, create and implement: media, event and
public relations initiatives.
PHOTOJOURNALIST, PRODUCER, DIRECTOR, EDITOR, NARRATOR, WRITER,
CAMERA OPERATOR: (Freelance) Alexandria, VA March, 1998 to 2002. Publish
travel, environmental and commentary articles in National, International and Washington,
D.C. metropolitan media like Aviation Week and Space Technology and The Los
Angeles Times. Features include stories ranging from Caribbean and European travel,
health, education, sports and regional stories. Video production involves commercial and
non-profit organizations plus regional and Congressional representatives.
PRESIDENT AND DIRECTOR OF MEDIA RELATIONS, Fun Flight, Incorporated.
1987-1998. Captured international award-winning media relations in publications such
as: The Washington Post, The Washington Times, U.S. News and World Report,
Aviation Week and Space Technology, F.A.A. Aviation News, The Medill News Service,
The Associated Press and many other Washington, D.C. media outlets. Wrote and
designed print, radio and television documentaries, press releases and advertising.
THE WASHINGTON OPERA, 1987: Performed as a supernumerary in L'Elisir d'Amore.
EVENING SHOW HOST, WPWC, Stafford, VA October, 1986 to March, 1987
Announced country/blue grass program. Wrote, produced and announced: promotion,
advertising and public service announcements. Edited and announced Associated Press
and local news.
PROMOTION COPYWRITER, WJLA TV 7 (an ABC affiliate), Washington, D.C.
September, 1984 to September, 1985 Wrote, produced, and directed on-air promotion for
"Seven's On Your Side" programs.
CAMERA, SOUND AND LIGHTING TECHNICIAN, The ACACIA Group,
Washington, D.C.
September, 1984 to September, 1985 Studio video production for corporate
communication and employee training programs.
CAMERA, SOUND AND LIGHTING TECHNICIAN, Warner - Amex, Reston, VA
Prepared studio for news and public service productions. Performed camera operation
during programs.
EVENING SHOW HOST, WGMU, Fairfax, VA January 1983 to January 1985
Announced weekly program. Wrote, produced and announced advertising and promotion.
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT, DYNAMIC CONCEPTS, Inc. Springfield, VA
December 1981 to March 1983 Appeared in award-winning television advertising for
Dash's Mens Clothing. Facilitated radio, television and aerial advertising.
BUSINESS MANAGER, WRGW, The George Washington University, Washington,
D.C. February 1980 to May 1982
• Served on Board of Directors to oversee financial and development issues.
• Negotiated advertising contracts with advertising agencies and program sponsors.
• Wrote, produced and announced numerous advertising and
promotional tapes. Clients included: The Washington Capitals, Miller Beer and Hyatt
Hotels.
EVENING SHOW HOST, WRGW, The George Washington University, Washington,
D.C., September 1980 to May 1982 Produced own radio show and announced PSA,
advertisements and promotions.
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, WVBK, Herndon, VA 1982-1983 Created advertising and
promotion programs for businesses in the Washington, D.C. metro area.