Experience

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  West times

  Feb 2007 - May 2008

  Reporter

  • Interviewed Phoenix-based and often ASU-affiliated artists, musicians, and students to gather information for accurate reporting on cultural news and university updates.• Attended local events and covered school activities.

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  State press magazine

  Dec 2007 - May 2009

  Writer

  • Used comprehensive knowledge of research, interview and writing skills to complete given assignments for print and online.• Constructed timely and appropriate articles for the publication by locating genuine sources in order to carry out well-rounded research. • Established communication with editors, assistant editors and art directors to ensure top quality articles and appropriate images to uphold the standards of the university magazine.• Used specialized knowledge of magazine writing to suggest and complete own ideas for print.• Participated in weekly budget meetings where stories were generated, discussed and assigned.• Met weekly deadlines without exception and promptly returned the corrected, edited material for publication.• Located and interviewed Arizona State University students in order to give each story the university’s perspective and obtain accurate attribution.• Produced feature stories on local business owners, photographers, organizations, radio stations, environmental issues, technology and fashion.• Formed weekly articles on local musicians and bands for the sections entitled “Sound”.• Produced feature stories on university interests and concerns such as clubs, majors, student issues, and organizations.• Constructed cover stories on the local refugee communities and technology within ASU. Show less

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  944 magazine

  Jan 2009 - May 2009

  Editorial intern

  • Completed weekly blogs covering current events, entertainment, travel, and fashion.• Assisted with copyediting and fact checking for Game Magazine – a sports-focused publication within the 944 office.• Updated 944 social media sites with current content and upcoming events. • Conducted interviews with local artists, business owners, and non-profit organizations.

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  Phoenix magazine

  Aug 2009 - Jan 2010

  Editorial intern

  • Completed monthly assignments for print and online content with focus on local events, small businesses, resettlement programs, and entertainment. Constructed service articles used as reference guides by readers.• Conducted interviews with local artists, small business owners, museum personnel, and other active Phoenicians as preliminary research. • Acted as fact checker and copyeditor for service pieces and monthly features.

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  True west magazine

  Aug 2010 - Nov 2010

  Assistant editor

  • Assisted managing editor in fact checking, proofreading, and page styling for magazine and Web site.• Participated in weekly staff meetings. Discussed current and upcoming content.• Constructed event calendar, and maintained communication with writers, editors, sources, and production department.

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  Warewolf media

  Dec 2010 - Sept 2016

  Production manager, editor

  Created original web content to increase visibility for clients through search engine optimization. Edited and analyzed web content as managing editor for writing team. Managed content production by constructing editorial schedules, creating style guides, and organizing quality meetings.

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  Phoenix new times

  Aug 2015 - Jun 2021

  Edits, assigns, and writes all online and print contributions to the Phoenix New Times food and drink vertical. Writes monthly series on food waste, Table Scraps. Operates social media accounts for the food and drink section. Former proofreader and contributor to arts and music section.

  • Food Editor

    Jan 2019 - Jun 2021

  • Contributing Writer

    Aug 2015 - Dec 2018
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  Maricopa community colleges

  Nov 2016 - May 2017

  Web content writer

  Audited and created original web content for the main Maricopa website. Editor of The Maricopan, a database of employee, adjunct staff, and faculty-focused articles and events for the 10 Maricopa Community Colleges campuses and the District Office.

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  Rev'd up! inc.

  May 2017 - Apr 2018

  Project manager

  Acted as reservation software (Itinio) account representative with Tennessee State Parks. Maintained project plans, conducted onsite staff training, created and revised content for park policies, and assisted marketing teams with content development. As assistant liaison for Arizona State Parks, assisted with search engine optimization and marketing content development. Oversaw social media accounts on behalf of the company.

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  Casual astronaut

  Apr 2018 - Dec 2018

  Editor

  Developed content strategies and editorial plans to drive the marketing goals of clients. Generated story ideas and packaged concepts for print and digital projects. Edited articles, infographics, and display copy from freelance contributors.

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  Arizona state university - walter cronkite school of journalism and mass communication

  Jan 2021 - now

  Adjunct faculty

  Instructor of JMC-201, Gender in the Media Workplace, and Freedom of Expression in the 21st Century at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

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  Southeast alaska conservation council (seacc)

  Jun 2021 - Apr 2023

  Communications lead

  Responsible for managing and implementing communications strategy and messaging in support of SEACC’s overall vision, mission, and strategic plan.

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  Audubon alaska

  May 2023 - now

  Communications manager

  Acts as communications director, social media manager, and content creator for the Alaska state office of the National Audubon Society. Manages press materials for federal land issues and action items in Alaska, creates original content with a focus on bird conservation, and oversees Audubon Alaska events and outreach.