Resume for D. A. Rupprecht

David A. Rupprecht
10 Mount Road, Rondebosch 7700, Cape Town, South Africa
Telephone Numbers (South African numbers please dial International Code first)
H: +27-21-685-0235 W: +27-21-689-1833 Fax: +27-86-683-5848
Cell: +27-72-644-7038 US: 952-353-1618
E-mail (best way to contact me): darupprecht@gmail.com
Career Focus To earn a living through the written word.
Experience
Summary
· Experienced in writing fiction in multiple genres and from multiple viewpoints as well as articles,
biographies, essays, poetry, songs, advertising copy, marketing, correspondence, blogs, editorial
pieces, research reports, and creative print ad copy.
· Experienced in editing and proofing longer manuscripts for readability and grammar.
· Well-versed in copyediting, marketing, and writing web copy.
· Strong technical command of the English language; familiarity with virtually all writing styles;
serious commitment to excellence in the printed and published word.
· Competent at web & traditional research as well as interviewing techniques.
Education &
Awards
B.A., Sociology/History, University of Nebraska, Kearney & Lincoln, Nebraska, USA (graduated 1999)
· President, History Club: 1990-1991. Kearney, Nebraska, USA
· Member, Phi Eta Sigma (freshman honor society): inducted 1989. Kearney, Nebraska, USA
· Member, Isle Broddick Association of Writers: 1991-93. Lincoln, Nebraska, USA
Professional
Experience
Novelist/Screenwriter (1987-Present) – Self-employed
· Wrote, proofread, edited, & rewrote two novels: CAT’S WORLD (YA) & HARDCORE (dark, quirky).
On spec. (2002-2008)
· Marketed both novels via e-mail and post through use of query letters. (2003-Present)
· Developed contacts with literary agents, corresponded with agents, and made changes to
manuscripts as per agents’ suggestions. (2003-Present)
· Wrote pilot for potential South African sitcom, LOCK UP AND GO. (2008)
· Novels in progress: IN REAL LIFE (YA), JERRY (novel based on true story), ALL ALONG THE
RIVERFRONT (crime/mystery), THE GHOST DANCERS (sequel to HARDCORE), THE DEVIL’S PIPE
(dark comic mystery). (1989-Present)
· Scripts in progress: CAT’S WORLD (based on book), KHAYELITSHA: A NEW BEGINNING (movie
screenplay set in South Africa). (2008-Present)
Songwriter/Poet/Singer (1985-Present) – Self-employed
· Wrote, edited, and contributed toward songs for Kenny’s Hill, a nascent punk/indie/grunge band.
· Performed as singer. (2001-2002)
· Developed and maintained contacts with record companies and PR firms. (2002-Present)
· Published poems in various American poetry anthologies. (1987-1988)
Blogger/Editorialist (Social & Economic Commentary - 2005-Present) – Self-employed
· Contributor to www.thecreatingwealthblog.com. (2008-Present)
· Contributor to Cape Times editorial page. (2005-2007)
· Developed questions and interviewed Bill Scarborough for a DVD documentary. (2007)
Copywriter/Website Copy/Advertising (2003-Present) – For various companies.
· Wrote original copy for www.rondeboschguestcottages.co.za. (2004)
· Wrote copy for www.hollywoodcontstructionservices.com. (2008)
· Developed, wrote copy for, and enacted e-advertising campaign as well as corresponded on a day
to day basis with clientele for Rondebosch Guest Cottages. (2004-2007)
· Developed marketing campaign, including writing business letters to potential clientele, for
Hollywood Construction Services. Efforts amounted to over 70% of clientele in 2008 and over 60%
of contracts. (2008)
· Wrote ad copy for guano distribution business. (2003)
Computer
Skills
MS Word • WordPerfect • MS Excel • MS Outlook • Internet Research Skills • IBM and Mac Systems.
Writing samples & references available on request