Resume
Summary:
Nonprofit media professional with six years of experience in journalism, nonprofit development, content curating, and event planning. Founder of an online nonprofit news outlet geared with the mission of fostering the talents of multicultural journalists and providing digital publication opportunities and spreading awareness of nonprofit initiatives.
Core Strengths:
●Multimedia storytelling and content creating for digital news platforms
● Researching and disseminating articles on various academic and popular topics
●Developing and implementing public relation plans and policies
● Communicating thoughts and ideas in a simple and distinct way; virtually, verbally and written
● Initiating tasks while practicing good judgment skills
● Working independently and within groups in fast pace environments and under strict deadlines
● Building and strengthening relationships through network structuring
● Excellent Problem-solver, with attention to detail and multitasking capabilities
● Editing video/photo with software applications for various presentations
On Tap Magazine
Arlington, VA
January 2016- Present
Freelance Writer
Write articles reporting on local events including; music festivals, plays, concerts, technology conferences; interviewing local artist, playwrights, producers, and organizers.
● The Beat Goes On: 5th Annual Funk Parade Introduces Changes After Roller Coaster Year
● Refreshing New Play Takes On The Reality of Commuting Through Life
● The Caucasian Chalk Circle, Small but Mighty
● TRANSIT at Dupont Underground
● Ford’s Theatre Presents ‘Death of A Salesman’
● The Wild Party at Constellation Theatre
● Kingman Island Bluegrass and Folk Festival Rallies Support
● An Inside Look at Broccoli City Fest 2017
● DC Web Fest Unveils Unseen Realities
LANCAR Ink
Washington, DC January 2015-Present
Founder and CEO
● Implemented pilot fundraising plan which grossed $10k in 9 months, managed a $30,000 budget, and planned and hosted ten (10) fundraising events annually
● Established partnerships with prominent nonprofit organizations for media creation, local business for events and sponsors
● Recruit and guide nine interns as they create content for digital platforms; ensuring interns follow publishing best practices
● Create, edit and track performance of media published on organization’s website; www.LANCAR.Ink and social media platforms
● Serve as reference for LANCAR Ink interns to secure employment in media and education
Washington, DC January 2015-Present
Founder and CEO
● Implemented pilot fundraising plan which grossed $10k in 9 months, managed a $30,000 budget, and planned and hosted ten (10) fundraising events annually
● Established partnerships with prominent nonprofit organizations for media creation, local business for events and sponsors
● Recruit and guide nine interns as they create content for digital platforms; ensuring interns follow publishing best practices
● Create, edit and track performance of media published on organization’s website; www.LANCAR.Ink and social media platforms
● Serve as reference for LANCAR Ink interns to secure employment in media and education
Public Broadcasting Services (PBS)
Crystal City, VA
November 2015-September 2016
Audience Services Coordinator
● Advocate for the needs of millions of PBS viewers and coordinate efforts to problem solve audience inquiries and issues daily
● Tracking audience behaviors, create reports highlighting trends of millions of viewers, and provide data to department leaders.
● Develop template responses for most popular viewer comment topics
● Keep abreast of changing trends within PBS , update and maintain Program Contacts and FAQ pages on PBS.org
Crystal City, VA
November 2015-September 2016
Audience Services Coordinator
● Advocate for the needs of millions of PBS viewers and coordinate efforts to problem solve audience inquiries and issues daily
● Tracking audience behaviors, create reports highlighting trends of millions of viewers, and provide data to department leaders.
● Develop template responses for most popular viewer comment topics
● Keep abreast of changing trends within PBS , update and maintain Program Contacts and FAQ pages on PBS.org
Uber Technologies
Washington, DC
July 2015-October 2015
Partner Support Representative
● Served as a liaison between the Uber App, thousands of Uber Partners, and thousands of Uber Riders
● Constructed and coordinated the dissemination of fifty (50) daily mass multimedia messaging to Partners
● Configured and updated more than one hundred (100) Uber Partner Apps daily on the “Tools” Content Management System
● Provided hourly training and info sessions for thirty (30) Uber Partners daily
● Troubleshoot Uber App and Partner issues and processed background checks, banking and payment information daily
Washington, DC
July 2015-October 2015
Partner Support Representative
● Served as a liaison between the Uber App, thousands of Uber Partners, and thousands of Uber Riders
● Constructed and coordinated the dissemination of fifty (50) daily mass multimedia messaging to Partners
● Configured and updated more than one hundred (100) Uber Partner Apps daily on the “Tools” Content Management System
● Provided hourly training and info sessions for thirty (30) Uber Partners daily
● Troubleshoot Uber App and Partner issues and processed background checks, banking and payment information daily
TheRoot.com,
Washington, DC March 2013-May 2013
Editorial Intern
● Managed website, curated one hundred (100) articles weekly, and produced slideshows and video presentations
● Online comment moderation, social media posting and performance tracking
Washington, DC March 2013-May 2013
Editorial Intern
● Managed website, curated one hundred (100) articles weekly, and produced slideshows and video presentations
● Online comment moderation, social media posting and performance tracking
My past experience with Voice of America's newsroom has afforded me the ability to report on various topics for all media platforms. Please find below some of my writing samples with VOA, illustrating my writing abilities across a wide spectrum.
Award-Winning Composer Marvin Hamlisch Dies
You Have the Right to Vote and Information (Translated in Spanish)
Diver Dumais Seeks First Medal at Fourth Olympics
Produced Episode of Voices of America series
Award-Winning Composer Marvin Hamlisch Dies
You Have the Right to Vote and Information (Translated in Spanish)
Diver Dumais Seeks First Medal at Fourth Olympics
Produced Episode of Voices of America series
Broadcasting Board of Governors
Office of Civil Rights
Washington, DC
June 2012-December 2012
Program Assistant Coordinator Intern
● Coordinate and schedule special events, commemorative programs and initiatives within agency
● Draft announcements for upcoming events; assist with the update of the website
● Assist in managing financial transactions such as processing of expense vouchers and purchase orders
● Create, edit, and produce internal blog posts News and Views
● Conduct research for reporters and producers
● Manage job fairs and special emphasis programs
Office of Civil Rights
Washington, DC
June 2012-December 2012
Program Assistant Coordinator Intern
● Coordinate and schedule special events, commemorative programs and initiatives within agency
● Draft announcements for upcoming events; assist with the update of the website
● Assist in managing financial transactions such as processing of expense vouchers and purchase orders
● Create, edit, and produce internal blog posts News and Views
● Conduct research for reporters and producers
● Manage job fairs and special emphasis programs
Interested in keeping college students engaged in the political process I conducted a survey based research project examining the impact of various media on college student voting in relations to the 2008 Presidential Election.
The Media Impact on Benedict College Student Voting Behavior in the 2008 Presidential Election
The Media Impact on Benedict College Student Voting Behavior in the 2008 Presidential Election
Served as News Editor for Benedict College Newspaper
Previous writings as News Editor with Tigers News,
Despite What Others Say, Benedict’s Campus is Safe
Did the Power Outage Put the Lights out on Education? (Page 4)
Profile of Benedict College Queen 2012 (Page 1)
Previous writings as News Editor with Tigers News,
Despite What Others Say, Benedict’s Campus is Safe
Did the Power Outage Put the Lights out on Education? (Page 4)
Profile of Benedict College Queen 2012 (Page 1)
Federal Aviation Association
Renton, WA
June 2011 to August 2011
Civil Rights Office-Intern
● Maintained Client and Administrative files
● Coordinated successful interviews
● Tracked attendance of, and developed reports for workshops, and trainings sessions
● Attended training seminars, meetings, assist with arrangement of seminars
● Served as office point of contact for FAA Step Up! Challenge Program
■ Reported volunteer hours
■ Marketed and advertised
Renton, WA
June 2011 to August 2011
Civil Rights Office-Intern
● Maintained Client and Administrative files
● Coordinated successful interviews
● Tracked attendance of, and developed reports for workshops, and trainings sessions
● Attended training seminars, meetings, assist with arrangement of seminars
● Served as office point of contact for FAA Step Up! Challenge Program
■ Reported volunteer hours
■ Marketed and advertised
Department of Mass Communication
Benedict College, Columbia, SC
January 2012-May 2012
Mass Communication Information Officer
● Created an information channel within the Mass Communication Department., which streamlined; for faculty,
students and other departments, all the accomplishments and opportunities in the Mass Communication
Department, for the first time.
Benedict College, Columbia, SC
January 2012-May 2012
Mass Communication Information Officer
● Created an information channel within the Mass Communication Department., which streamlined; for faculty,
students and other departments, all the accomplishments and opportunities in the Mass Communication
Department, for the first time.
Educational Summary:
● Masters of Arts Candidate in Communication, Culture, and Technology from Georgetown University, expected
date of graduation May 2014
● Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mass Communication, Cum laude from Benedict College, SC, May 2012
● Masters of Arts Candidate in Communication, Culture, and Technology from Georgetown University, expected
date of graduation May 2014
● Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mass Communication, Cum laude from Benedict College, SC, May 2012
Personal Detail
Skills
● Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel and SharePoint
● Excellent Photoshop, Mailchimp, FinalCutPro, and IMovies skills
● Experienced in Facebook, andTwitter
● Experienced in the use of MLA and APA writing style
Honors and Awards
● Benedict College Dean’s List (2008-2010, 2011-2012)
School Activities
● Benedict College Gospel Choir- 2008-2011
● News Editor of the Tiger News newspaper-Editing staff articles, constructing articles, assigning news coverage -
2012
● Peer-reviewer for gnovis, Georgetown University’s student lead online academic journal
Skills
● Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel and SharePoint
● Excellent Photoshop, Mailchimp, FinalCutPro, and IMovies skills
● Experienced in Facebook, andTwitter
● Experienced in the use of MLA and APA writing style
Honors and Awards
● Benedict College Dean’s List (2008-2010, 2011-2012)
School Activities
● Benedict College Gospel Choir- 2008-2011
● News Editor of the Tiger News newspaper-Editing staff articles, constructing articles, assigning news coverage -
2012
● Peer-reviewer for gnovis, Georgetown University’s student lead online academic journal
Accomplishment
● Developed a campaign to raise funds for personal college tuition. Identified and contacted strong potential
donors, presented a strong case for financial support, applied for and received scholarships and loans, which
resulted in payment of the complete amount of tuition by graduation, and acceptance into graduate school.
● Researched and constructed grant proposal, requesting funds to start a program responsible for researching
quality internships for undergraduate students, in various majors. Submitted electronically via email and
resulted in an A from professor and increased awareness of internship opportunities.
● Produced Episode of Voices of America series- http://www.voanews.com/media/video/1496618.html
● Developed a campaign to raise funds for personal college tuition. Identified and contacted strong potential
donors, presented a strong case for financial support, applied for and received scholarships and loans, which
resulted in payment of the complete amount of tuition by graduation, and acceptance into graduate school.
● Researched and constructed grant proposal, requesting funds to start a program responsible for researching
quality internships for undergraduate students, in various majors. Submitted electronically via email and
resulted in an A from professor and increased awareness of internship opportunities.
● Produced Episode of Voices of America series- http://www.voanews.com/media/video/1496618.html