Connor L.
About Connor L.
Connor L. is a Creative Project Manager at General Mills in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with a diverse background in project management, writing, and editorial roles across various industries.
Current Role at General Mills
Connor L. currently serves as a Creative Project Manager at General Mills in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Since joining in August 2019, he has been responsible for managing creative and technical projects in various domains including print, digital, experiential, and tech. His role encompasses overseeing project timelines, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring the successful delivery of creative initiatives.
Previous Experience at Granicus and Periscope
Before his current role, Connor worked at Granicus and Periscope in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. At Granicus, he was a Project Manager for a tenure of 9 months from 2018 to 2019. Prior to that, he held a similar position at Periscope for 9 months in 2018. His responsibilities included managing projects, liaising with clients, and ensuring project goals were met effectively.
Background in Publishing and Editorial Roles
Connor's career also spans significant experience in the publishing and editorial sectors. He started at Milkweed Editions, where he held roles as an Editorial Intern for 5 months in Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area, followed by a position as Editorial Assistant for 1 year from 2014 to 2015. These roles involved assisting with editorial projects, managing editorial calendars, and supporting publication processes. Additionally, Connor worked as a Publishing Specialist Intern at Thomson Reuters for 4 months in 2012.
Career Beginnings and Early Roles
Connor began his professional journey with various roles that developed his skills in project management and writing. He was a Resident Assistant at Carleton College from 2011 to 2013 for 2 years in Northfield, MN. He also worked as a Humanities Center Research Assistant at Carleton College in 2012, and as a Bookseller at Barnes & Noble for 6 months in Eagan, Minnesota. These early experiences provided him with a broad foundation in customer service, research, and project coordination.
Educational Background
Connor holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and English from Carleton College, where he studied from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, he earned a Publishing Certificate from the University of Denver in 2013. His education provided him with a strong foundation in both humanities and technical aspects of publishing, which has been integral to his diverse career in project management, editorial roles, and publishing.