Work Samples & Testimonials

“Consummate professional. That phrase seems rather trite these days. But not when it comes to Doris Holmstrom. When we worked together the communications folks in our company, including myself, knew that if we wanted something to be both professional and effective we would run it past Doris before publishing. Her keen sense of the English language and human nature were utterly invaluable. Her range was the widest in our company: press releases; magazine publication; marketing brochures; overall campaigns; video scripting and production; advertising; and general all around counselor when it came to any public relations decisions. Doris was always our cornerstone.”

~ Susan Parrella, former MeadWestvaco communications manager northeast

“The Paper was a common touchpoint in a large and complex organization. It covered company and union news, mill updates and the happenings of hundreds of employees. It was a daily must read.”

~ Robert Blake, former product and quality director, NewPage Corporation, Escanaba, Michigan

“For several years, I have helped to manage two employee communications vehicles for one of my corporate clients in the western United States.  Doris is on contract to provide ongoing writing support, and I am delighted with the work she produces. Her writing is crisp, clear, and lively, and she is exceptionally talented at turning technical information into easy-to-understand language.  Her work is on time and on the mark.  It’s a joy to work with such a polished professional.”

~ Jeannine Mars, freelance communications consultant

“When I think of 'editing' and 'proof reading,' you're at the top of the list! …I became better at proofreading (not perfect!) after watching you in action. This is a good secondary skill to have as a designer!”

~ Ryan Ledebuhr, designer at Mayo Clinic, and former graphic design intern for The Mead Corporation

“I have used Doris's expert skills on two different projects, so far: (1) to sharpen and refine a presentation, and (2) to write an article for a newsletter. Doris is very professional from start to finish of the project, making sure that expectations are set and met and asking thoughtful and pertinent questions to ensure that the resulting product meets the needs of the customer. I will be sure to consider her for more work when the opportunity is there.”

~ Leslie Burke, collection development and digital integration librarian, Kalamazoo College

“As a small company, Hiawatha Chef Supply Inc. doesn’t have the personnel to do the kind of work Doris does, so she’s an invaluable asset to us. Among other things, she’s established Hiawatha’s boilerplate, constructed sales flyers, written press releases, and drafted mass emails to customers. Also, working from old newspaper clippings and other historical background material, she produced a beautiful tribute to the company’s late founder. I highly recommend Doris and WriteUP Editorial Services LLC.”

~ Mary Feldhusen, general manager, Hiawatha Chef Supply Inc.

Bonifas Lively Arts page stories Daily Press Jan 29, 2014 Delta County (MI), Parks improvement story HCS Lois Thompson tribute U.P. Business Today Jan 2013 Inside Boise Inc safety story August 2013 Mead PPD, A History on Paper 1995

MHSLA News Choking Game story Winter 2012 NewPage-Escanaba The Paper Jan 13, 2009 NewPage-Escanaba The Paper Sept 14, 2010 The Scarlet Tree, Bio written for the band U.P.'s Second Wave Creative Composites profile July 18, 2012