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Resumé

 

 

Education

B.A. University of Memphis: 2013-2017 | Major: Journalism | Minor: Spanish

Skills

  • Graphic Design: Adobe Suite; Canva
  • Microsoft: Word, PowerPoint, Excel
  • Photography
  • Social Media: Facebook; Twitter; Instagram; Constant Contact; Hootsuite; Vimeo; YouTube
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Strong Analytical Skills
  • Great Time Management
  • Highly Adaptable 

Work  Experience 

Freelance Writer for Memphis Small Business Quarterly                                 (May 2020 – Present):
  • Contribute monthly articles that focus on local entrepreneurship and business-related events.
Volunteer in Service to America (VISTA) for AmeriCorps
Role: Curriculum Coordinator (February 2019 – February 2020):

While serving at the Refugee Empowerment Program:

  • Developed literacy-focused educational activities for the k-5th grade after-school program.
  • Co-facilitated the after-school program to ensure daily program objectives were met.
  • Aside from core responsibilities, created marketing material to advertise internal and external initiatives.
Writer and Political Affairs Intern for The Borgen Project                         (March 2018 – June 2018):
  • Wrote 13 research articles about humanitarian efforts around the world.
  • Raised funds for the organization’s various causes.
Executive Office and Corporate Communications Intern for                 American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities                                               (May 2017 – December 2017):

For two separate internship terms:

  • Wrote feature and research articles for the organization’s various publications.
  • Contributed research to and edited internal executive presentations.
  • Participated in a summer fundraising innovation program, in which my team won first place for our fundraising idea.
Student Blogger and Marketer for CEA Study Abroad                         (December 2015 – December 2016):
  • Created articles and videos showcasing my study abroad experience in Costa Rica.
  • Participated in info-sessions and distributed study abroad material for marketing purposes.
WMCTV5 News Writer Intern (August 2015 – December 2015):
  • Wrote daily news stories for the station’s website.
  • Received hands-on experience in departments: promos, graphics, editing, sales, and video recording.

International Exposure

Veritas Universidad in San Jose, Costa Rica (January 2016 – April 2016):
  • Participated in extensive study of the Spanish language and Costa Rican culture through classroom and host family experiences.

Leadership Experience

Community Service Chair for the African Students Association at the University of Memphis (August 2015 – December 2015):
  • Developed and implemented several philanthropy initiatives for members throughout the semester.