The Writing of Kasy Long
Writer, Editor, Dreamer
Kasy Long lives by the words of F. Scott Fitzgerald: "You don't write because you want to say something; you write because you have something to say." Kasy has something to say, whether it be in her creative nonfiction, poetry, fiction, or in her work as an editor and writer. If you want to say something but can't find the right words, contact Kasy at the bottom of this page to start a conversation.
A Bit About Kasy Long
Kasy Long realized at a young age that writing was her lifelong passion. Incorporating different elements into every piece she works on, she likes to experiment with various styles and techniques. Considered bold and innovative, she's never afraid to tackle any project or find new, creative ways to come up with something fresh and original. Kasy is a 2017 creative writing graduate from Ohio Northern University, and she's looking for her next writing opportunity. Feel free to contact her directly if you would like to learn more about her and her work.
Professional History
Haute Life Magazine:
Editor/Writer
May 2017 - June 2019
Worked with two editor-in-chiefs and a team of editors and contributors to produce a credible magazine featuring boutiques, women entrepreneurs, and women who otherwise may not have a creative outlet; edited contributor stories within a production deadline; promoted the magazine; and, completed additional tasks delegated by the editor-in-chiefs.
Professional Writer/Editor
June 2017 - Present
Writes copy for clients, including Presto Media; ScreenRant; The Terre Haute Living Magazine; Terre Haute Tribune-Star; Vigo County Education Foundation; BoxUp; Study.com; and, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; meets deadlines; performs copywriting projects for clients, with a strong eye for detail; always available for new opportunities.
Northern Review:Â
Editor-in-Chief
May 2016 - May 2017
Worked with six editors and 10 writers to write, edit and assign news stories for the online newspaper, https://nr.onu.edu; edited school newspaper; collected and wrote story content, headlines and photograph captions; and, designed the lay-out of two print newspapers.
National Comedy Center:Â
Communications & Marketing Intern
May 2016 - August 2016
Captain position for four events during the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival [Lucille Ball Trivia Contest, Silent Auction, Promotion for Story Pirates: Kids Comedy Show, Promotion for Stand-Up Showcase]; social media promotion for the National Comedy Center's Facebook page and the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival Facebook page; developed marketing skills by sending promotion material to various community events; and, attended conference calls with CNN, PR firms and agents.
Writing Samples
Breaking Down Barriers
August, 2020
One Beat at a Time
November, 2018
From their farm to your fork
September, 2018
Faculty Spotlight: Ameera Ansari tailors to students
January, 2017
25th Lucille Ball Comedy Festival, Social Media Postings
June - August, 2016
As part of her 2016 summer internship at the National Comedy Center/Lucy-Desi Museum & Center for Comedy, Kasy was responsible for social media postings to promote the 65th anniversary exhibit and gala, honoring the 65th anniversary of the premiere of "I Love Lucy." Her postings later became plaque cards for the exhibit items.
Vincent Van Gogh
"What would life be if we had no courage to attempt anything?"