My CV

Professional Experience

Celebrate Arkansas -
Managing
Editor

Dec. 2021 - Present

Plan, schedule, and execute or assign contracted client content, navigating multiple deadline timetables; supervising content creation process from writing through editing and publishing
Collaborate with production team to ensure all content is aligned to brand identity, with sign-off on all final content
Interview clients in professional and friendly manner; engage with partners’ public relations and leadership teams to guarantee accurate and approved content through proper channels

June 2015 - Dec. 2021

Contribute to editorial decisions and identity of deadline-driven weekly entertainment section
Build and maintain beneficial source relationships; instrumental in establishing consistent brand; execute podcast interviews and on-scene reporting; institute fresh concepts for storytelling formats
Beats include covering acclaimed musicians and Broadway stars at Walton Performing Arts Center, and distinguished artists, curators, and speakers at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

Modernized yearly student magazine to create award-winning product within budget
Hired and managed design, writing, and photography staff of 8; collaborated with graphic designer

May 2014 - Oct. 2014

Organized social media content for bureau through myriad platforms
Worked closely with Communications Manager on strategic PR projects for University of Arkansas and city of Fayetteville

May 2014 - Aug. 2014

Aug. 2011 - May 2014

Facilitated community through creating and implementing social, educational, and wellness programs
Developed mediation, conflict resolution, organizational, and public speaking skills
Collaborated with large and small groups