Frances Vega

Los Angeles/Orange County based marketer, writer, editor, and partnerships manager. 

I used to throw events for money. If a conference booth or pop-up was involved, I was usually in the background making it happen. 

Currently I spend most of my time strategizing on how to help homeless pets. 

I can help you tell your story

I deliver exceptional copy that'll help take your brand to the next level.

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L.A. Film Fest Review: "Ruby Sparks" Is Volatile

The dynamic duo that directed the indie hit "Little Miss Sunshine," is back with the romantic fantasy, “Ruby Sparks.”

Film Independent treated audiences to a secret screening of the film at the L.A. Film Festival on Sunday. After a six-year hiatus, it is the second feature film from directors Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Ferris. The film is a perfect follow up to “Little Miss Sunshine.” It has whimsical feel and quirkiness while also dealing with murky gender politics and issues of control.

“Ru
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Kathleen Hanna: The Punk Singer | Hollywood Times Square

Young girls of the current generation may not know who she is, but Kathleen Hanna literally started a movement. As the former front woman for feminist punk bands Bikini Kill and Le Tigre, Hanna sang about misogyny, domestic violence and finding your own voice. She helped create the Riot Grrrl movement and was an integral part of third wave feminism. Young women in the 90s saw Hanna as a heroine, but in 2003 she mysteriously left the spotlight and stopped performing.

Nearly a decade passed befor
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Living with Pain | Hollywood Times Square

It was Mother’s Day and Brianne Levine could not manage to get out of bed. She was achy all over, had sharp, burning pain in her joints, and it hurt when people would grab her arm or bump into her. Things were just harder to do.

Levine struggles with normal activities on a regular basis and this Mother’s Day was especially difficult because she had been on her feet for long hours the day before. The pain she experiences might be normal for a grandmother or a cancer patient, but Levine is a mast
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Rastas Asked To Make Political Exception For Prop 19

He looms over his church — 6-foot-8, swaying between members with fiery eyes and a booming voice.

“They say, do NOT talk about politics and do NOT talk about religion,” he preaches. “Well tonight, I’m breaking some rules.”

Smoke rises up from a select few in his congregation. The reggae band waits patiently behind the pulpit.

On Friday, just days before the 2010 Midterm Elections, King Oji — priest of The First Church of Rasta — is commanding his Rastafarian congregation to take heed to a dif
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How Perceptions Impact Those With Fibromyalgia | Hollywood Times Square

Two national surveys, released last week by the American Chronic Pain Association, showed significant differences between public perceptions of fibromyalgia and the realities of living with the condition.

The ACPA partnered with Forest Laboratories Inc. to try to compare the attitudes of people living with fibromyalgia with those of the general public. The results showed that fibromyalgia patients inaccurately believe the outside world views them negatively. Of the people surveyed, 41 percent s
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Is Your Gut Bacteria Making You Fat?

Coveting celebrities' body parts is nothing new . We pine for Zooey Deschanel's big blue eyes, and Sofia Vergara's dangerous curves, but there's one body part that perhaps we need to be more envious of: the gut. Or, more specifically, the contents of it.According to new research in mice, the creepy-crawly bacteria that live and breed in our bellies may make all the difference between whether we flaunt an apple or hourglass figure. Dr. Jeffrey Gordon from Washington University in St. Louis , who
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I Survived a Groupon Laser Treatment

I am not one of those people who was blessed with perfect skin -- not by a long shot. And, while this might sound overly dramatic to those of you with a pimple-free complexion (I hate you all), I think it's fair to say that acne is one of the most traumatizing skin ailments a young person can face (pun intended). You might as well be walking around with a permanent "kick me" sign -- except instead of it being on your back, it's on your face. Not everyone gets acne, but for those of us who do, it
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Giving Tuesday Ideas that Save Animals

Thanksgiving flew by, Black Friday felt like a split second, and Cyber Monday was over in the blink of an eye. The end of the year is officially here and now that we know exactly what we’re grateful for and spent a bunch on gifts for our loved ones, Giving Tuesday is here to remind us to also help others. Today is all about giving and doing something for those in need.

There are plenty of ways you can show your philanthropic side – and many causes you can support, though we’re especially fond o
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Can You Foster or Adopt During the Coronavirus Quarantine?

Schools are closed, restaurants are closed, gatherings are limited, and many people are avoiding public places altogether — life as we know it has changed dramatically over the last few days thanks to the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19). Unfortunately, animal shelters and rescues have also been impacted by the disruptions caused by COVID-19.

Due to requests from officials that Americans practice social distancing to reduce the spread of the virus, many cities across the country have basically s
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Pets and Coronavirus: Preparing to keep the whole family safe from COVID-19

If you’ve been keeping up with the news — or reading your Facebook timeline — you’ve likely heard about the coronavirus (officially named COVID-19) and may be wondering what actions to take to keep yourself safe. And if you’re a proud pet parent, you’re probably also wondering how your pets might be affected.

The deadly virus that began as a handful of respiratory illnesses in central China has now made its way to more than 70 countries, and recently started spreading in the United States. With
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5 Ways to Give Your Dog the Best Walk on National Walk Your Dog Day

Whether you have a Siberian Husky or a five-pound Chihuahua mix, chances are one of your pup’s favorite parts of the day is W-A-L-K time. It’s recommended you walk your dog at least once a day, but with today being National Walk Your Dog Day, right now is a great time to gift your best fur friend with an extra special walk. Below are some tips and essentials to bring along so you both have your best walk yet!
• Try a New Route: If we’re being honest, dog walks can be a bit mundane for us hoomans
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Interview with Lydia | Hollywood Times Square

This story was originally published on Feb. 5, 2014

Musicians are intimidating. They are talented, spontaneous, often very good-looking, and sometimes a little temperamental. Whether you’re a fan, a groupie, or a journalist (like me), it’s not unusual to get a funny feeling in your stomach when you’re about to talk to a musician because you never really know what you are going to get. Talking to Lydia for the first time was no exception.

The indie rock band from Arizona got together in 2003. T

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