Mid-Atlantic Media (2017-present)
Editor (February 2020-present)
- Manages writers, assigns stories to staff and freelancers and helps writers develop their skills
- Edits about 20 pieces of content a week while collaborating with designers, marketers and writers in creation of weekly print and digital magazines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Runs a self-created content planning calendar allows for more effective content strategy as well as better organization and collaboration
Digital Editor (April 2019-February 2020)
- Strategized audience growth, resulting in about 25% increase in number of pageviews
- Optimized content for search engines and trained staff in best practices for SEO and social media
- Managed social media accounts and created policies around online comments
Staff Writer (November 2017-April 2019)
- Wrote more than 300 articles on a range of topics including breaking news, government, crime, life and arts, finance and education
- Copy edited articles in adherence to AP style
- Generated story ideas by keeping abreast of current events and through developing relationships with community stakeholders
The University of Texas at Austin (2015-2017)
Writer, aerospace engineering and engineering mechanics department (June 2016-May 2017)
- Wrote news and feature stories about drones, airplanes and robots for general audiences
Social Media Manager, Peer-Led Undergraduate Studying Program (January 2016-May 2017)
- Developed online voice and grew social media presence
Writer, McCombs School of Business (January 2015-August 2015)
- Wrote articles about successful alumni, faculty and student achievement and department news