Johnny Crow

Writer and Editor

United States

I have excellent skills in multiple areas and have worked independently and team environments. A degree in communications and several years freelancing for online and print publications give me a broader knowledge base and flexibility. A strong background in IT allows me to keep up to date on technology and changing platforms.

Writing examples include short stories, game material, reviews, blogs/articles relating to technology, society, finance, current events, real estate, etc.

Editing examples include screenplays, essays, research papers, short stories.

Editing focus is grammar, spelling, punctuation, and flow.

Research examples include historical and biographical data for novels, videos, etc.

Portfolio

Copywriting

Creative Writing

Johnny-crow
Ink Slinging Scribe

My words are my weapon and my ideas are my shield. My soul bleeds through my fingers creating worlds with words.

Blogger
09/05/2006
Love with Laughter

I wrote this short story back when I worked as an Office Manager in late 2003. The story is based partially on real events, but the majority of it is fiction and is an experiment in a new writing style.

American memorabilia
07/13/2006
1936 Benito Mussolini and King Emmanuel III Signed Document

This official document (appearing to deal with a land tract) bearing the title "Victor Emmanuel III, King of Italy, Emperor of Ethiopia" astoundingly holds the bold fountain pen signatures of both King Victor Emmanuel III and Prime Minister Benito Mussolini, each "10" in quality. This exquisite document is dated September 1936 and also bears the stamp and signature from the Ministry of Finance, as well as Court Accounts. Measuring 10" x 15", it's in EX condition, and it features the typical...

American Memorabilia
09/18/2008
1951 A.C. Gilbert U-238 Atomic Energy Lab

A.C. Gilbert was a man of true inspiration, often compared to Walt Disney for his creative genius. Gilbert had high expectations of America's youngsters, and with such, he tried to help the future engineers, doctors, and leaders by providing toys worthy of their imaginations. As the inventor of the Erector Set, and seeing its commercial appeal, he and his company set a higher goal. They became the leading manufacturer of scientific toys (chemistry sets) and construction sets (Erector), all of...

American Memorabilia
07/13/2006
1960s Elvis Presley's Personal Entertainment Console (w/Museum Auction Catalog)

Born in Tupelo, Miss., Elvis Aaron Presley started out as a country boy with little more than what his impoverished family could afford. Coming from these humble roots, to become not only an international success but also an icon in his time, Presley aspired to attain the finest for himself and his family. As his favorite motto "Taking Care of Business" suggested, Elvis ultimately captured the finest in personal effects. Included among these was this exquisite Magnavox entertainment console,...

Research

Production / Media