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New York, Ny, Us

Geneva, Ch

New York, New York, Us

New York, Ny, Us

New York, Ny, Us

Teaching Assistant in Quantitative Analysis for International & Public Affairs with Professor Doru Cojoc, a course introducing graduate students to the fundamentals of statistical analysis and methods for analyzing quantitative data, with a focus on applications to problems in public policy, management, and the social sciences.- Taught twice-weekly graduate-level recitations introducing policy students to STATA and reinforcing the statistical analysis and econometric concepts learned during lectures.

New York, Us

Geneva, Ge, Ch

Project: Mapping Dynamics of Humanitarian Assistance in Mexico and Central America- Led data analysis and information management activities: identifying and collecting relevant data sources, and managing data analysis workflows for a team of graduate students.- Cleaned data in R (dplyr and Tidyverse) to prepare for analysis and visualization.- Produced data visualizations in R (ggplot) and Tableau.

New York, Ny, Us

- Developed cohesive visual identity and a series of communications materials to convey the value of the Crisis Risk Dashboard, a data aggregation and visualization platform, to potential users in regional bureaus and country offices.- Drafted case studies and other knowledge management tools to consolidate best practices and help existing Crisis Risk Dashboard users learn from the successful application of the Dashboards in other contexts.- Researched the application of natural language processing and machine learning techniques to analyze social media data and inform early warning systems for potential adoption by UNDP.

New York, New York, Us

- Developed annual communications strategy and oversaw production and distribution of communications materials.- Wrote and published op-eds, press releases, newsletters, blog posts, and website content. - Solicited and edited op-eds and letters to the editor from staff members, which were published in outlets including The New York Times and The Washington Post.- Managed social media presence, including creating social media strategy and content calendar, writing content and managing content production, training staff in social media best practices, and tracking and analyzing social media metrics.- Designed white papers, policy briefs, social media graphics, brochures, protest signs, and infographics.- Produced branded multimedia content including interactive annual reports, videos, animations, and podcasts. - Set up a Salesforce CRM database, wrote a 30 page manual on data-entry, trained staff to use the database, and managed database as the system administrator. - Hired and managed undergraduate communications interns.

New York, New York, Us

- Designed and branded output from the nonprofit, including interactive annual reports, white papers, policy briefs, social media graphics, brochures, protest signs, and infographics. - Produced videos, animations, and podcasts from start to finish, including recording, editing, and distributing content.- Set up a Salesforce CRM database from the ground-up, including creating custom objects and fields, mass-importing all data from Excel, writing a user manual, training staff to use the database, serving as the Salesforce admin, and responding to staff requests for improved functionality.- Implemented a series of improvements to online SEO and tracking systems, including setting up and monitoring Google Analytics, and creating Google Adwords campaigns with a $10,000 per month Adwords credit I applied for on behalf of GJC through the Google Ad Grant program.- Updated content and usability of GJC's website, and served as the point-person for troubleshooting technical issues and responding to staff requests for increased functionality.- Designed and distributed mass eNewsletters using Constant Contact and MailChimp.- Managed communications interns.

- Wrote grant applications and project reports. - Translated written reports from Chinese to English, and conducted real-time Chinese-English translation at events. - Designed and edited communication materials, including booklets, pamphlets, presentations, and posters. - Maintained communication with project partners and donors.

Designed and created layouts for eBooks and HTML emails, including creating graphics and banners. Ensured content was professional, polished, and free from grammar and spelling errors, and served as last line of quality assurance before publication of mass newsletters.

Chaoyang District, Bejing, Cn

Wrote and edited commissioned research reports, involving primary research in both Chinese and English. Conducted original research through creating and managing industry surveys. Designed, formatted and copyedited publications using inDesign, Dreamweaver, and MailChimp. Managed a team of four staff members to ensure the weekly output of detailed informational HTML e-newsletters.

Geneva, Ch

Researched and wrote memos on topics relevant to China’s legal and political climate. Translated legal documents and eLearning presentations from Chinese to English. Created eLearning presentations in Adobe Presenter, put together video presentations to showcase IBJ's work for donors, and revamped the layout of IBJ Beijing's eLearning website using HTML and CSS.

Researched in English and Chinese, composed memos on status of defense lawyers and relevant UN human rights mechanisms. Ran the social media presence including Twitter, Weibo, Facebook, and the organization’s website, and created graphics and infographics. Operated social media channels remotely after leaving New York to finish my undergraduate degree, and increased the Committee to Support Chinese Lawyer's Twitter following over 500%.

Researched language learning software and applications, wrote proposals for the purchase of language learning tools, and advised Reed students on the selection and use of language learning technology.

Managed a team of six to eight student workers at the library circulation desk and helped patrons with issues regarding library facilities. Advised students about library resources including physical and online research tools.

Master Of International Affairs, Humanitarian Policy | Technology | Data Analysis

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), History

Coursework, Graphic And Digital Design

Mandarin Chinese

Mandarin Chinese