Linda A. Rapka

COMMUNICATIONS

Strategic communications leader with 20+ years of experience in press relations, media strategy, and institutional communications, with focus on the entertainment industry. Skilled spokesperson with proven success securing coverage in major outlets including LA Times, Variety, and the Hollywood Reporter. Extensive experience representing creative professionals with demonstrated ability to develop comprehensive communications infrastructure, digital strategies, media relations programs, and coalition partnerships.

Editing • Writing • Blogging • Web Design • Public Relations • Print Design • Copywriting • Graphic Design • Desktop Publishing

PROOFREADING / COPY EDITING / DESKTOP PUBLISHING

Proofreading and editorial services for publishers, authors, businesses, and content creators. Services include comprehensive copy editing for clarity, consistency, and flow; proofreading for grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors; style guide adherence and application; fact-checking and verification; and formatting review. Work encompasses manuscripts, articles, marketing materials, website content, resumes and cover letters, academic papers, and corporate communications across multiple genres and industries.

Book designer specializing in print and digital publication layout for publishers, authors, and independent presses. Services include complete book design from manuscript to final files, including interior layout and typesetting, cover design concepts, font selection and typography optimization, and preparation of print-ready PDFs.

Proficient in AP Style and custom style guides, with expertise in maintaining author voice while ensuring accuracy, readability, and professional polish.

WEB DESIGN

Freelance web designer specializing in the creation of responsive, user-centered websites for businesses and individual clients. Services include full-cycle web design from wireframing and prototyping through final implementation, brand identity development, UI/UX optimization, and website redesigns.

Work encompasses front-end development, cross-browser compatibility testing, mobile responsiveness implementation, and ongoing site maintenance and updates.

Wordpress, Wix, Figma, HTML, CSS, basic JavaScript


TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

• Design & Production: Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere), Canva
• Digital & Web: WordPress, Wix, Figma, HTML/CSS/basic JavaScript, Google Analytics
• Communications & Email Marketing: Mailchimp, Action Network, social media management tools
• Productivity: Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Asana, Slack