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New York, New York, United States

As Trends Analyst for Wunderman Thompson's global strategy think-tank, I researched market trends across multiple industries and crafted weekly stories to break down what current research meant for brands and consumers. I interviewed experts across industries and wrote features showcasing their valuable insight for our team's main platform. I also collaborated with my team to write and analyze trends for our global reports published by Wunderman Thompson Intelligence.

New York, New York, United States

As Editorial Assistant, I researched and wrote daily stories for the Wunderman Thompson Intelligence website. I assisted my team with trends research, interviewed leaders in multiple industries, and collaborated with our global team to publish 3 reports that were read by companies worldwide.

As copyeditor for Yale University Press, I oversaw several large manuscripts and line edited them for grammar, punctuation, and format. My editorial work was part of the Press's transition to an online platform, so part of my work included testing links and formatting the text, images, and indexes for online publication.

New York, Ny

As the Product Manager at Givewith, I managed the planning, design, development, and maintenance of the company’s SaaS offering, including products for Sales, Procurement, and Real Estate verticals.I collaborated closely with engineers, designers and other stakeholders to establish project estimates, sprint goals, functional requirements and user stories to facilitate successful, on time delivery of product updates and new product releases. I also researched and coordinated with marketing, sales, and customer service teams to benchmark product performance, establish metrics for strategic planning, and establish product roadmap priorities based on existing work and backlog. When new features released, I presented and demonstrated platform updates to our C-Suite Executives.

New York, New York

As an Assistant Editor, I acted as a project manager for multiple divisions in our Reference Department. I worked with different platforms, collaborated with editors across the Press, and managed projects of different scopes.Mainly, I focused on editing and managing content for Oxford Handbooks, an online and print resource. I managed and maintained content in Archaeology, Philosophy, Psychology, Physical Sciences, Classics, and History. I developed content plans, coordinated meetings, and scheduled publication processes for multiple projects at all times. I also collaborated with content specialists, editors, digital publishing analysts, and external suppliers during editing and production processes for both print and digital platforms.For one year, I worked across projects and managed the Oxford Research Encyclopedias in American History and Asian History in addition to my Handbook content. Through my work on the Encyclopedias, I gained excellent commissioning and copy editing experience while working closely with our authors around the world to promote and publish these up and coming resources for our online platform.

New York, Ny

As an Editorial Assistant, I managed, edited, and transmitted all content for Oxford Bibliographies for seven editors on more than forty subjects. I commissioned, managed, and coordinated monthly blog posts by high profile scholars and writers on a variety of topics. I also conducted cash and gratis payments with accounts payable department for all authors, editors, and reviewers.

Greater New York City Area

As a research support intern, I worked with the editors and contributors of the American National Biography. My tasks included identifying new subjects and authors, preparing material for publication, transferring existing content to ANB's new digital platform, and visual content research.

London, United Kingdom

I worked closely with the editors and writers for this non-profit magazine during my semester abroad in London. I interviewed locals in London about their experiences and hardships as immigrants in the city. My responsibilities included writing and editing articles based on those interviews and data collected. I also edited and reviewed articles alongside other writers and editors.

Guilford, Connecticut

I interned as an editor's assistant for the company. My work included manuscript reviews, attending publishing meetings regarding the economics and business aspects of the company, as well as editing, revising, and reviewing numerous text editions for the editors before printing. This was an incredible opportunity that allowed me to fully experience an editorial position in publishing.

I ensured the safety of up to 30 adults and children in the pool at a time, ready to apply any response and first aid skills necessary. I also protected other swimmers by addressing any potential dangers in the pool area in order to maintain a controlled, safe, and comfortable environment for swimmers to enjoy themselves.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), English Language And Literature, General

Activities and Societies: UConn Ballroom Dance Team, Community Outreach Alternative Breaks, First Year Programs

Education record

Activities and Societies: YMCA Youth Mentor Program