Fia’s CV
WRITING PROFESSOR
&
COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
Preferred Name: Fiadhnait “Fia” Moser-Hardy
Legal Name: Rachel Moser-Hardy
Email: fiadhnaitmoser@gmail.com
Phone: (774) 270-4564
Professional Portfolio: www.fiadhnaitmoser.com
Author Website: www.moserbooks.weebly.com
Artist Website: www.fiadhnaitmoserart.com
SKILLS
Communications & Writing: Technical writing, copywriting, UX writing, creative writing, newsletter writing, email marketing, presentation and video script writing, proposal writing, developmental editing, copyediting, proofreading, publishing, academic composition, Chicago Manual of Style, MLA Style
Project Management & Operations: Event-planning, nonprofit/educational/business program management, policy-making and process design, orientation management, onboarding, admissions, client relationship management, community engagement
Graphic Design & Art: Promotional materials design, fine art, Canva
Technology: Website (Squarespace) and social media (Facebook) management, SEO, Google Suites, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Zoom, Slack
Instruction: Professional and Creative Writing/Interdisciplinary Fine Arts/Children’s Literature/Disability Studies/English Composition/General Humanities instruction, academic advising, onboarding/training, instructional design, Canvas
EDUCATION
Master’s of Fine Arts in Writing, Vermont College of Fine Arts, Montpelier, VT
July 2019 — July 2021
Graduated July 2021: Master’s of Fine Arts (MFA) in Writing
Concentration: Writing for Children and Young Adults
Creative Thesis: Completed Novel, THE GIRL WHO LOVED THE WICKED NIGHT
Critical Thesis: Essay and Lecture on Disability in Publishing, “Chronic Illness and the Sacred Space of Story”
Fundamentals for Early Childhood Educators Certificate, Williston, VT
Fall 2017
Sweet Briar College, Sweet Briar, VA
Spring — Fall 2016
Major: Dance
Minor: Studio Art
Awards: Highest GPA Award, Alpha Lambda Delta Academic Honors Society
Art History Abroad, Southern Italy
Summer 2015, Art History Course
Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, NY
Fall 2014
Major: Writing
Projects: 3 completed novels (A LANGUAGE DARK AND LOVELY, DANCING AWAY THE RUST, THE FLOURISHING OF FLORALIE LAUREL), translated collection of French poetry, folklore research
Janet Armentano Art Studio, Wayland, MA
Fall 2010 — Summer 2014
Awards: Scholastic Publishing House Silver Key
Wayland Town Gallery: Solo Art Exhibition
Completed 14 Studio Art courses in Painting, Drawing, Color Theory, and Photography
Wayland High School Wayland, MA
Fall 2010 — Summer 2014
Diploma Awarded June 2014
Concentration: AP Studio Art
Independent Study: Completed Novel and Publishing Industry Research
Senior Project: Irish Dance Choreography and Research
Internship: Elementary & Middle School Art Teacher
Awards: National Honor Society Member, Creative Writing, AP Studio Art, Painting, Drawing, Color Theory, Photography, Art Teacher Internship Recognition Award, International Champion Irish Dancer
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Publications & Creative Work
2013 — Present
Sleeping Bear Press and Bradford Literary Agency, Ann Arbor, MI & San Diego, CA
Author of Picture Book: UNDISCLOSED TITLE (forthcoming—contemporary/Latinx immigration), 2026
Represented by literary agent Rena Rossner, 2023 — Present
4 works on submission:
Young Adult Novel: THIS RIVER RUNS WILD (fabulism/early 20th century British history)
Middle Grade Novel: THE GIRL WHO LOVED THE WICKED NIGHT (fantasy/Italian culture)
Picture Book: MAPLE PLANTAINS (contemporary/Latinx representation)
Picture Book: MY HEART IS A HUMMINGBIRD (contemporary/disability representation)
3 novels in progress:
Adult Novel: WHATEVER THE WEATHER IS IN OUTER SPACE (contemporary/neurodiversity representation)
Young Adult Novel: FOX FIRE (fantasy/Finnish folklore)
Middle Grade Novel: THE CAT IN THE WINDOW IN THE NIGHT (historical/French art history)
Experience working in multiple categories and genres: Picture Book, Middle Grade, Young Adult, Adult, Contemporary, Historical, Fantasy, Fabulism, Folktale Retelling, Poetry
Little Bee Books (Distributed by Simon & Schuster) and New Leaf Literary & Media, NYC, NY
Authorof Middle Grade Novel: THE FLOURISHING OF FLORALIE LAUREL, 2018
Author of Middle Grade Novel: THE SERENDIPITY OF FLIGHTLESS THINGS, 2019
Created author website and classroom resource guidebooks
Used editorial letters and Microsoft Word track changes to implement structural and line edits
Conducted historical and cultural research (French art history, Irish folklore, Irish and British history)
Denver Children’s Festival of Stories, Denver, CO
Featured author/panelist, 2019
Publishers Weekly, NYC, NY
Articleon disability inclusion in publishing: “It’s Not All About the Pub Date,” 2020
The Rumpus, NYC, NY
Featured author in literary magazine: “Letter for Kids,” 2020
·Book DNA, NYC, NY
Featured reviewer: “The Best Middle Grade Books with an Air of Whimsy,” 2021
Bread Loaf Young Writers’ Conference, Middlebury, VT
Selected writer, 2013
Artwork
Gallery Exhibiting Artist: Milton Artists’ Guild, Milton, VT, 2026
Manage marketing strategies on artist social media and website resulting in 12 commissions in 2026
Teaching & Communications
2013 — Present
Champlain College, Burlington, VT
Senior Adjunct Professor, Fall 2022 — Present
2026 Blue Stool Featured Lecturer: “Navigating Death Through Story”
2026 Beavers Get Lit Festival Featured Author
Introduced Interdisciplinary Fine Arts and Disability Studies disciplines to General Education program
63 credits taught in-person and online (Canvas) in Composition, Creative Writing, Professional Writing, Literature, Folklore, Early & Elementary Education, Interdisciplinary Fine Arts, and Disability Studies
“Making Stories”
“Writing for the Workplace”
“Interdisciplinary Perspectives on The Creative Process”
“Children’s Literature & the Expressive Arts PreK-Grade 6”
“Children’s Literature & Identity Development”
“Navigating Your Information Landscape: Banned Books & Social Justice Art”
“Navigating Higher Education”
“Theoretical Perspectives on Disability”
Supervise student writers and illustrators in biannual production of literary anthology book
Research: Children’s Literature, Creative Writing, Interdisciplinary Fine Arts, Folklore, Cultural Dance, Social Justice Art and Books, Disability Studies, Literary Theory, Human and Moral Development
Utilize proposal writing, technical writing, instructional design, and syllabus design skills
Vermont Adult Learning, Burlington, VT
Communications & Onboarding Specialist, Fall 2022 — Present
Tripled prospective student pipeline as a result of organizational and communications strategies
Manage largest prospective student pipeline organization-wide of 400+ students per year
Created onboarding and marketing models implemented statewide; streamlined onboarding process for improved student engagement by innovating asynchronous modalities, developing orientations, and writing application materials; train employees
Lead regional project management initiatives utilizing Google Suites including operational projects, events, and special courses resulting in improved workflow and client engagement
Lead regional marketing initiatives by utilizing graphic design (Canva) and copywriting skills to promote program including: presentation and video scripts, brochures, flyers, informational documents, invitations, calendars, course catalogues, social media posts, and newsletters
Develop strong and lasting relationships with community partners through community engagement initiatives, networking, and presentations
Authored comprehensive handbooks and reference guides utilizing technical writing skills
Write copy for email communications for prospective student outreach
Maintain student and staff stability by clarifying complex policies through use of UX writing
Advise a diverse population on educational pathways; provide college and career coaching
Collect and manage data for decision-making using Google Sheets and LACES/DRC databases
Oversee testing and implement disability accommodations by analyzing IEPs and 504 Plans
Serve on hiring, graduation, events, policy-making, and DEI committees
Milton Artists’ Guild & Champlain Valley Union Access, Milton & Hinesburg, VT
Continuing Education Art & Creative Writing Instructor, Fall 2022 — Present
Creative Writing Course: “Writing Children’s and Young Adult Literature”
Creative Writing Workshop: “Making Characters”
Oil Painting 12-Week Course
Multiple Acrylic and Oil Painting Workshops
Georgia Public Library, Georgia, VT
Youth Services Lead Library Assistant, Fall 2022
Acted as building expert on children’s literature
Led youth programs and events
Led graphic design (Canva) marketing initiatives; library technology experience using Koha
The Bellwether School, Williston, VT
After-School Director & Art/Dance/Literacy Teacher, 2019 — 2022
Directed after-school program; prepared educational activities in a progressive school
Recruited and supervised assistant teacher
Instructed elementary Art/Dance classes, literacy conferences; evaluated portfolios
Essex Westford School District, Essex, VT
Substitute Teacher, 2019 — 2022
Fia Moser Dance Academy LLC, Shelburne, VT
Business Owner, Director, Instructor, 2017 — 2019
Managed all business, administrative, and communicative tasks including registration, marketing, event-planning, social media, client communication, and product ordering
Directed recitals/charity concerts/fundraising events; instructed modern and Irish dance