Elena Egge Email & Phone Number

As Editor in Chief, I direct the creative curation and business operations of a print and digital magazine emphasizing fashion, creative culture, and multimedia storytelling. I lead a team of 130 creatives in publishing 2 magazines during the academic year as well as organizing social and fundraising events, including our annual fashion show and magazine launch event, for which we collaborate with brands and designers to stage a show for 150 attendees.

St Louis, Missouri, United States

I assist the Editor in Chief in directing 10+ shoots per edition, overseeing the media team and curating content, collaborating to plan and lead meetings for creative and business teams, and managing internal communication between finance, marketing/PR, and creative teams.

St Louis, Missouri, United States

Managed a small creative team to envision, plan, and execute a photoshoot and accompanying editorial spread; acted as liaison between general staff and executive team.

Wrote political and community articles for COURIER’s North Carolina-based digital newsroom, as well as produced video and graphic content for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and X.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Research, edit, and upload short videos on foreign affairs to CFR's social media. I also publish event videos to CFR.org and CFR's YouTube page, which involves researching and editing thumbnails and implementing basic SEO strategies.

Assisted with a variety of tasks for a documentary that explores the impact of the foster care system and family separation, including planning and marketing a screening event in Brooklyn as well as writing a corresponding press release. I also helped manage updates and reward distribution for the film’s Kickstarter campaign, transcribed footage for the film, and assisted with funding disclosures for a PBS broadcast contract.

St Louis, Missouri, United States

Student leader who assists new students in their transition into the university. Serves as a small group facilitator for a cohort of new students based in residential communities and assists with implementing the first year fall orientation experience. Throughout the academic school year, WUSAs serve as a new student’s primary leader for academic resources and aid with their academic, social, and personal transition to college. Achieves this by hosting programs, building individual relationships, and building community amongst new students.

Boulder, Colorado, United States

Operated POS system and arranged visual displays of local art and artisan products. Assisted with customer inquiries and complaints. Was promoted to Shift Lead after one month and earned a reputation for outstanding performance among coworkers and managers.

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Provided product information and resolved customer complaints. Cleaned and completed closing procedures including balancing cash drawer at the end of each shift.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Global Studies, Film And Media Studies, Spanish

Activities and Societies: Strike Magazine (Editor-in-Chief), KWUR 90.3 FM (DJ), Washington University Student Associate, WashU Club.

Education record

Activities and Societies: Cum Laude Society, Varsity Track & Field (captain), Varsity Cheerleading (co-founder and captain).