Ted Slowik

About Ted Slowik

I tell stories. I developed exceptional writing skills working as a journalist for many years. I\'ve expanded skills to organizational communications and social media. I\'ve adapted to new formats and platforms. I\'ve incorporated visuals, from photography to short-form video. I excel at public speaking. I\'ve used my powers of persuasion to amplify good news and squelch bad reports to control narratives. I\'ve built a vast network of professional connections by treating people with respect. I believe in transparency and accountability. I have served in numerous roles, from leader to team member to consultant. I am humbled and grateful for the many opportunities I have experienced. Director media and public relations, Cook County Treasurer\'s Office, July 2023 to present. Columnist for The Daily Southtown, January 2016 to June 2023. Independent storyteller, October 2015 to January 2016. Public relations specialist, The Morton Arboretum, November 2015 to January 2016. Director of PR/Media Relations, North Central College, November 2008 to September 2015. Managing editor, The Naperville Sun, December 2006-November 2008. City editor, Naperville Sun, May 2006-December 2006. Reporter, The Herald News, Joliet, September 2006. Associate editor, Metal Center News, City editor/reporter, Naperville Sun, Freelance writer, Chicago Tribune, 1991-98 City editor/reporter, LaGrange Sun, 1987-91 Specialties: Municipal government, education, local/community news, politics, clergy sex abuse.

Experience

1. Director of Media and Public Relations

   Cook County Treasurer\'s Office

   Jul 2023 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

Education

• Lewis University

  B.a., Journalism

  1983 — 1987