Michael Zenke
michael@mmognation.com

Objective: To obtain a position utilizing my writing talents in the MMO games development industry.

Education	 1998-2002          The Evergreen State College           Olympia, WA 
[ Bachelor of Science in Computer Science ]
-	Graduated with full credits from unique holistic learning institution. 
-	Minored in Evolutionary Biology.
-	Senior year participated in year-long software development course, meeting real programming deadlines put in place by outside contractor.

Professional Experience

[Blogging Lead, Massively.com]
2007-Present        Massively.com         
-	Responsible daily for Massively Multiplayer games news postings.
-	Weekly produces original content aimed at specific interests in the MMOG-playing audience.
-	Responsible for several high-pageview interviews and special features discussing upcoming game titles.
-	Directs and manages a large staff of independent contractor writers.
-	Conceptualizes and writes feature-length pieces for the website.
-	Organizes and directs writers to produce feature-length and guide content.

[ Editor, Slashdot Games ]
2004-2008        Slashdot.org         
-	Responsible daily for games content on well-known technology-oriented news site, read by millions worldwide.
-	Directed original games-related content on a weekly basis, reviewing games with an eye towards a unique audience perspective.
-	Daily moderated and participated in sometimes-contentious user dialogue.
-	Maintained contacts with Press Representatives to facilitate acquisition of review materials, information.
-	Annually attended industry events to report on latest news to site audience.

2005-Present
[ Freelance Writing ]
-	Freelance writing of game-related long-form articles, interviews, and editorial content for a variety of web-based publications.
-	Work has been featured on: joystiq.com, gamasutra.com, 1up.com, The Escapist Magazine, gamesetwatch.com, wired.com.

2002-2004        The Douglas Stewart Company
[ Web Programmer ]
-	Developed backend systems for software licensing at an internationally-renowned sales company.
-       Made extensive use of commercial and proprietary tools.
-	Experience utilizing PHP, Java, Javascript, HTML, and XML to integrate front and back-end elements of a web site.

Reference
(reference contact information available on request)
        
-	[Professional] Simon Carless	
        Editorial Director, CMP Game Group

-	[Character] Craig Dalrymple	
        Senior Community Relations Manager, Sony Online Entertainment

Extracurricular Activities	               
-	Maintaining a commentary blog, focusing on Massively Multiplayer games. (www.mmognation.com)
-	Running and playing table-top roleplaying games (D&D, Shadowrun).
-	Listening to and participating in the Massively Multiplayer podcasting culture. (www.virginworlds.com)