Jan Buckner Walker

Nationally Syndicated Author/Creator of the #1 Family Crossword and Top Innovator of Interactive Products for Major Brands

Role
Creator, the Essence Crossword and President, Blackcrosswords Com at Essence Magazine
Location
Chicago, IL, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Jan Buckner Walker

Kids Across Parents Down, LLC is a premier creator of family entertainment products. As…

Experience

  1. Creator, the Essence Crossword and President, Blackcrosswords Com

    Essence Magazine

    Jan 2004 — Present · New York, NY, US

    Created in response to the overwhelming popularity of and demand for The Essence Crossword, BlackCrosswords.com is the premier destination for crosswords featuring African-American pop culture, history, trivia and more. As the only nationally syndicated constructor in this genre, I am thrilled to bring a new exclusivity to this beloved American pastime. Whether delivering breezy entertainment in books, magazine and online or creating a powerful, interactive brand experience, these unique, satisfying crosswords offer relaxation and welcome fun for everyone. Every puzzle is created to provide the satisfaction we need. Guaranteed.

Education

  • University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School

    JD

    1985 — 1988

  • Howard University

    BA, Journalism

    1981 — 1985

Skills

  • Storytelling
  • Feature Articles
  • Brand Development
  • Online Publishing
  • Video Production
  • Creative Direction
  • News Writing
  • Content Management
  • Social Media
  • Broadcast
  • Digital Marketing
  • Books
  • Press Releases
  • Digital Media
  • Entertainment
  • Newspapers
  • Facebook
  • Integrated Marketing
  • New Media
  • Publishing
  • Creative Writing
  • Strategy
  • Copy Editing
  • Marketing
  • Blogging
  • Publicity
  • Social Networking
  • Multimedia
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Copywriting
  • Journalism
  • Online Advertising
  • Video
  • Publications
  • Newsletters
  • Content Strategy
  • Digital Strategy
  • Web Content
  • Editorial
  • Public Relations

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