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New York, Ny, Us

- Write and schedule timely and evergreen social media posts based on relevant news for NBC News Instagram, Twitter and Facebook accounts using Later and SocialFlow- Clip, save and publish video content as events are happening using WildMoka- Create social media posts sharing captivating stories, using formats like Twitter threads and Instagram stories, that lend themselves to more in-depth storytelling on social platformsMajor events I've covered as of June 2021:- Second presidential debate- Election Week 2020- Jan. 6 Capitol riot- Donald Trump's second impeachment and impeachment trial- The Inauguration of President Biden and VP Harris- First anniversary of the Covid-19 pandemic- The Evergiven and the Suez Canal- Coverage during and after mass shootings, including those in Georgia and Colorado- Prince Philip's death- President Biden's first presidential address to a joint session of Congress

- Create weekly content that engages readers on campus and online while following relevant social media trends- Design graphics to be shared on Instagram; film and edit video content to promote print issues- Promote articles by writing interesting headlines and captions directing readers to our website

- Help with goal setting for each editorial board member and section to ensure a productive and collaborative environment- Establish and aid in the creation of an app version of The Hofstra Chronicle- Read over every section and make final edits in layout of paper before publication

- Edited 30-40 articles per publication within a 24-hour turnover rate- Distributed articles to copy staff, taught staff AP style editing and to edit for grammarand clarity- Read over every section and make final edits in layout of paper before publication

Hempstead, New York

- Edited 15-20 articles per publication within a 24-hour turnover rate- Distributed articles to copy staff, taught staff AP Style editing and to edit for grammar and clarity- Assisted with detailed final edits in layout of paper before publication

- Engineer and Lead Produce in-studio NHL broadcasts for the New York Islanders- Report on-site during New York Islanders games and morning practices, interviewing, recording and editing player and head coach sound to be aired during game broadcasts

Hempstead, New York

- Create branding for all WRHU social media pages that promotes the station for recruitment of new students and markets current ones during their internship and job searches- Maintain social media pages (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) by creating and posting original content that markets WRHU as a destination for the best and brightest communication students

Hempstead, New York

- Maintained all in-studio and on-site technical equipment (Comrex, Tascam/Zoom Recorder, Audio Boards, microphones, headsets)- Led engineering, Adobe Audition and Audacity editing and on-site technical equipment workshops for the sports department- Engineered in-studio and went on site for Hofstra sporting events

Hempstead, New York, United States

- Represent Hofstra University and engage with prospective students to answer any and all questions about the university, its programs and student life

Hempstead, New York, United States

- Prepare student tour guides with correct knowledge and information about Hofstra University to give interesting and engaging tours to prospective students

- Created interesting captions for social media posts, selected and edited pictures, posted attimes known to have a lot of engagement and tracked the engagement- Researched and wrote articles and blog posts to be published on the website and in the 2020 edition of the magazine pertaining to relevant trends and styles in the bridal industry- Copyedited magazine articles for AP Style grammar

New Jersey

- Instructed 30 middle-school students on journalistic writing style in a two-week summer program and developed engaging activities - Collaborated with athletes and journalists to expand students’ professional skills, such as developing open-ended questions - Aided in researching, writing and production of 30 student feature articles and videos

New Jersey

- Managed a team of 17 writers for a quarterly publication reaching 500-1,000 readers- Conducted rough edits of 30 or more student pieces per edition- Researched and wrote 8 articles about high school sports, protests and cell phone policy, in addition to editorial responsibilities

Bachelor'S Degree, Journalism

High School Diploma, 94

Activities and Societies: National Honor Society, Tri-M Music Society, Honors and AP classes all four years, The Clifton Mustang Marching.