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Education
Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology University of California, Berkeley: Class of 2018 3.7 In-Major GPA
Experience
Intern, Digital News Jan 2018 to Current
 NBC Bay Area
  • Research and write 10-12 features and news stories per week regarding current events around the bay area
  • Assist with the managing of the network's social accounts (twitter, etc.)
  • Participate in brief discussions of digital strategy
  • Sit in on management meetings in order to understand the flow of journalism work
  • Monitor social media (primarily Twitter) for potential story pitches
Assistant Editor Aug 2017 to Current
 Kroeber Anthropological Society Papers － Berkeley, CA
  • Assisting Professor Daniel Fisher in research and administrative duties related to the reinstatement of the Kroeber Society Anthropological Papers, which was one of the world's leading anthropology journals from the 1940's to the early 2000's.
  • Proofreading journal submissions
  • Performing basic research, database management, filing, and website redesign and management
Staff Writer Aug 2017 to Current
 Her Campus Media － Berkeley, CA
  • Write 1-2 articles per week about female advice and current pop-culture such as music, movies, and trends
Research Assistant Jan 2016 to May 2016
 American Cultures Center, UC Berkeley Undergraduate Division － Berkeley, CA
  • Participated in an American Cultures Engaged Scholars program focused on reviving the heritage of the Abiquiu, a native American descendant community in New Mexico disenfranchised by colonialism and struggling for self-determination and federal recognition
  • Worked in a lab analyzing archaeological remains from digs in the area
  • Chose three interesting artifacts to heavily research and create an“object biography” for
Art Director Aug 2015 to Aug 2016
 Delta Kappa Alpha Professional Cinema Fraternity － Berkeley, CA
  • Served as the art director for the fraternity's fall 2015 and spring 2016's films
  • Created the prop list as well as the backdrops for various scenes and, essentially, put together the "world" of the film 
Intern, TV Development Jun 2015 to Aug 2015
 Lionsgate Entertainment － Santa Monica, CA
  • Performed script coverage on scripts for numerous Lionsgate TV shows, such as "Orange is the New Black"
  • Sat in on management meetings in order to better understand the flow and inner workings of the entertainment industry 
Features Editor/Assistant Editor Sep 2011 to Jun 2014
 Palisades Charter High School newspaper (The Tideline) － Pacific Palisades, CA
  • Wrote music reviews, movie reviews, trend reviews, and general articles having to do with pop-culture and key topics of interest in my generation
  • Oversaw the newspaper staff
  • Edited staff's articles and made sure that everyone was meeting deadlines in this fast-paced environment 
Skills
  • Proofreading/editing
  • News and lifestyle writing
  • Film production
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Database management 
  • Web design
  • Research
  • Excellent reading comprehension
  • Leadership and team management
Organizations
Alpha Chi Omega UC Berkeley Pi chapter
September 2014 to Current
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​Delta Kappa Alpha Professional Cinema Fraternity
September 2015 to September 2016
 
Theater for Charity
September 2016 to Current
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Skills
  • 80 WPM typing speed
  • Advanced MS Office Suite Knowledge (Word, Excel, Access, etc.)
  • Exceptional writer
  • AP, MLA, and Chicago Manuals of Style experience
  • Superior verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Proofreading & Editing experience
  • Research expert  
  • Audio and Video editing experience
  • Administrative support
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Inventory coordination
  • Copy editing and proofreading
  • Self-directed
  • Knowledge in Quickbooks
  • Report writing
Experience
Hosteling International Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco, Ca Barista 11/2013 to 10/2014
  • Represented the city of San Francisco by maintaining friendly and accommodating services and information for world-wide guests.
  • Prioritized food/drink requests while managing interruptions, and delivering quality orders in a quick and efficient manner.
  • Carefully followed safety and sanitation policies handling food and beverages.
  • Complied with standards for merchandising, stocking and storing product.
  • Conducted successful cash audits at the end of each shift.
  • Routinely moved and stocked food products weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage service.
  • Performed all position responsibilities accurately and in a timely manner.
KZFR Chico Radio 90.1 FM Chico, CA News Broadcasting Assistant/Intern 08/2012 to 12/2012
  • Researched, interviewed, and reported local news stories for the News Broadcaster.
  • Attended weekly city council meetings to stay updated on local government and events.
  • Audio recording, editing and creating sound bites.
  • Broadcasting news stories and reporting them on air alongside the News Broadcaster.
  • Disc Jockey; broadcasting music and advertisements hourly.
  • Volunteering at fundraising events for radio station via concerts, sports events, picnics, etc.
The Roadrunner Newspaper Oroville, CA News Editor 01/2012 to 01/2013
  • Published feature, news and opinion pieces.
  • Concurrently managed a total of 30 different writing projects with strict bi-monthly deadlines.
  • Arranged and conducted interviews with individuals knowledgeable about each story's subject matter.
  • Followed through on beat sources, contacts and leads to gather information for stories.
  • Organized material, determined area of emphasis, and wrote stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards Assigned, proofread and edited all news stories by deadline.
  • Reviewed published materials and recommended revisions to scope.
The Cheesecake Factory Corte Madera, CA Server 06/2016 to Current
  • Regularly inquired about member or guest satisfaction, anticipated additional needs and fulfilled further requests.
  • Received frequent customer compliments for going above and beyond normal duties.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Arts: Journalism Communication Studies 2013 San Francisco State University, San Francisco, CA Journalism Communication Studies
Associate of Arts: Journalism Butte College, Oroville, CA Journalism
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Professional Summary

Dependable individual bringing management experience and a willingness to take on added responsibility. Enthusiastic team player with a strong work ethic and problem solving skills, who excels in establishing excellent working relationships with customers, employees and vendors. Meticulous, excellent at juggling multiple tasks and working under pressure.

Skills

  • Management skills
  • Training development aptitude
  • Strong communication skills​
  • Service-oriented

  • Team player
  • Highly organized
  • Strong client relations
  • Creative problem solver
Work History
Show Editor, 08/2010 to 12/2017
 WITI-TV Milwaukee – Brown Deer, Wisconsin, United States
  • Edited footage to create videos for multiple multimedia platforms.
  • Organized material, determined area of emphasis, and wrote stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
  • Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
Southeast Wisconsin Sports Reporter, 06/2008 to 10/2011
 Wisconsin Radio Network – 222 State Street, Unit 403 Madison, WI, 53703
  • Worked the Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Brewers, UW-Milwaukee and Marquette University beats. 
  • Wrote, edited and produced stories for multiple platforms, including Internet and digital channels for a state wide network.
Operations Director, 07/2006 to 08/2009
 Good Karma Broadcasting LLC – Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, United States
  • Developed and oversaw the internship program ​which had between 10-15 interns per semester.
  • Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to subordinate individuals.
  • Maintained FCC regulated Public File which involved writing and collecting documents deemed necessary and organizing them in a comprehensible manner.
Radio Show Producer, 01/1998 to 07/2006
 Good Karma Broadcasting LLC – Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, United States
  • Delivered live reports from site of event and from a mobile broadcast unit.
  • Worked the Green Bay Packers Milwaukee Brewers, UW-Milwaukee and Marquette University beats.
  • Wrote, edited and produced stories for multiple platforms, including Internet and digital channels.
  • Lined up guests and created show topics for the Morning and Afternoon shows.
Education
Bachelor of Arts: Journalism, 1998
 University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee - 2442 E Hartford Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53201
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Professional Summary

Public relations and communications specialist adept at media relations, special events coordination, issues management and community relations. 

Skills
  • Digital marketing
  • Creative and innovative
  • Social media engagement
  • Story development and brand management
  • Strong time management
  • Investigative skills
  • Research expert
  • Exceptional writer
  • Media relations
  • Community outreach
  • Personable and friendly
  • Advanced editing and proofreading
  • Analytical
  • Proven success in event planning
Accomplishments
In September 2017 I took over the event planning for the Sable River Fun Fest with a special emphasis on increasing the number of children attending the festival.  In previous years the festival saw less than 20 children in attendance but this year with careful planning, marketing and execution there were 75 children in attendance.  This number is expected to grow each year as we build on the positive response from the community.  Through this and past event planning experience, I realized I have a passion and love for the creative outlet it offers
Work History
01/2006 to 10/2017
Reporter / Photographer / Acting Editor Saltwire Media – Shelburne, NS
  •  Reporter and photographer for a weekly, community newspaper 
  • Developed the social network strategy for the Coastguard Newspaper
  • Wrote, edited and produced stories for multiple platforms, including Internet and digital channels.
  • Edited footage to create videos for multiple multimedia platforms.
  • Organized material, determined area of emphasis, and wrote stories to best connect with the community
  • Photographed high-quality images for both print and Internet distribution.
  • Created and maintained company web pages
  • Continuously developing ideas on how to engage with readers
  • Working relationships with all levels of government and community organizations over past decade
01/2008
Acting Editor Advance Newspaper – Liverpool, NS
  • Edited papers content, writing articles and layout and design as well as online content.
  • Managed editorial staff and assigned daily story leads
09/2003 to 08/2005
Grant Writer McMaster University – Hamilton, ON
  • Evaluated and documented data in research and matched grants to proposals.
  • Highest dollar amount of grants in the department
  • researched available grants on a daily basis
  • Sat in on committee meetings from all aspects of university life and politics
01/2003 to 01/2005
Reporter The Silhouette Newspaper McMaster University – Hamilton, Ontario
  • Served as head reporter for the Silhouette Newspaper at McMaster University
  • Wrote stories for the Canadian Press
  • Wrote, edited and produced stories for multiple platforms, including Internet and digital channels.
  • Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
01/1999 to 01/2002
Reporter University of Manitoba
Education
2005
Certificate in Communications:
McMaster University - Hamilton
Biology
2002

University of Manitoba - Winnipeg, MB
1996
Grade 12 Diploma:
Grimsby Secondary School - Grimsby, ON

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