Resume

Reporter & Journalist

Reporting the news that matters — dedicated to uncovering the truth and telling narratives that raise awareness and motivate people

Professional with 3+ years of experience in writing compelling stories across diverse topics, including entertainment, news, and community issues. Conceptualized, produced, and published content across print, digital, and social media platforms, utilizing digital best practices, SEO, and storytelling techniques to engage and grow audiences. Strong collaborator, able to juggle multiple tasks/stories, work under tight deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Core Competencies

Research & Analysis • Content Creation • Investigative Reporting • Feature Writing • Story Pitching • Social Media Management • Multi-Channel Content Distribution • Audience Growth • Cross-Platform Production • Event & Breaking News Coverage • Journalism • News Writing • Article Writing • Creative Writing • Copywriting • Team Collaboration & Leadership

Technical skills

Slack, WordPress, Wix, Canva, Digital Media, Content Management Systems, SEO

Professional Experience

Intern • Respect My Region • Remote

Aug 2024 – Present

Job Overview: Crafted engaging, SEO-optimized articles up to five times a week on diverse topics, including film and album reviews, weekly recaps of Dancing with the Stars, and coverage of award shows such as the MTV Video Music Awards, the Academy Awards, and major music festival lineups, increasing site traffic and generating publicity for recording artists. (LINK)

Published detailed movie reviews for It Ends with Us, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, and Wicked on the Respect My Region website, demonstrating strong analytical and creative writing skills.
Authored recaps of the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards and the 2024 Primetime Emmy Awards, highlighting winners across categories and providing detailed insights for readers.
Achieved SEO scores exceeding 80% for all articles, significantly enhancing website visibility and user engagement.

Intern • New York State Music • Remote

Jan 2023 – Dec 2024

Job Overview: Developed engaging SEO-focused articles (LINK) by adapting press releases to resonate with target audiences, increasing their reach and impact, and positioning the magazine as the go-to source for music news and publicity for emerging NY-based musicians. Collaborated with publicists and editors to gather key artist insights, strengthening partnerships and ensuring accurate content.

Reviewed albums and singles for emerging New York artists, elevating their visibility within the music industry and driving interest to the publication.
Created a comprehensive series on New York State recording studios, featuring a one-on-one interview with a studio owner, promoting local studios and boosting the publication's relevance among music industry professionals.
Authored articles spotlighting New York artists in the 2024 and 2025 Coachella lineups, strategically enhancing traffic and engagement from performers and music enthusiasts.
Contributed to an upcoming artist resource guide by producing a regionally focused series on recording studios, serving as a valuable tool for musicians and furthering the website’s credibility as a valuable source of music news.

Intern • The Shaw Report • Remote

Jan 2023 – May 2023

Job Overview: Analyzed and summarized major entertainment events, including the SAG Awards and Golden Globe Awards, to develop engaging content tailored to audience interests.

Wrote detailed film reviews of SAG and Oscar-nominated movies, delivering critiques that engaged readers and listeners.
Produced and prepared news segments for on-air discussions at WCDB Radio Station in Albany, NY, contributing to increased audience engagement and driving traffic to the station and website.

Reporter (Freelance) • Albany Student Press • Albany, NY

Aug 2022 – May 2023

Job Overview: Wrote informative articles on university/community topics, including a budget analysis of the student association, student relief efforts for the 2023 earthquake (LINK) in Turkey, and ongoing negotiations between United University Professionals and the University, position the paper as a credible source for both campus and world news. (LINK)

Highlighted key campus issues to engage readers and boost visibility for the student-run newspaper, fostering greater awareness of student and faculty concerns as well as world issues.

Reporter (Freelance) • Compass News • Remote

Jan 2021 – May 2021

Job Overview: Led the Arts and Entertainment beat as Editor, managing content creation, social media strategy, and team collaboration to drive audience engagement, amplify publication’s reach, and deliver stories on culturally significant topics.

Composed high-impact stories, including a detailed exposé on Britney Spears' conservatorship, generating widespread awareness and positioning the publication as a credible voice in entertainment journalism.
Developed and executed dynamic social media campaigns using Canva, provided strategic feedback to writers, and significantly increased audience interaction and follower growth across Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook platforms.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Shift Manager • McDonald's

Jul 2022 – Present

EDUCATION

Bachelor in Journalism; Minor in Sociology • University at Albany, State University of New York

Aug 2021 – May 2023