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New York, United States

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

As a Creative Audio Producer, I get to dream up how to tell audio stories. Apart from the research rabbit hole, my favorite parts of the production process are writing and story editing, which I believe start in the interview process. My reporting approach is non-extractive and trauma-informed. As part of the terrific team at Goat Rodeo, I produce narrative audio stories that empower storytellers and listeners alike.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

730DC is a daily newsletter that connects Washingtonians to their city, to its communities, and to one another.

As a freelance audio producer, I identify and execute individual clients’ needs. This includes handling tape, a catch-all term for making first selections of actualities, creating drafts of episodes in Pro Tools sessions, and tracking host narration in the final sessions. I also collaborate in the editorial process of podcast development as a story editor and scriptwriter. Previous work includes episodes from The United Nations' podcast No Denying It and Accenture's podcast Built for Change, from the New York Times' T Brand Studio and Gilded Audio.

As a freelance book editor, I identified and executed clients’ editorial needs including supplementary research, in-depth fact-checks, developmental edits, sensitivity edits, and line edits for projects ranging from complete manuscripts to book proposals for publisher submission. I oversaw book projects in various stages of development for established and emerging authors alike.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Wrote and pitched the agency’s catalog of 90+ books internationally to foreign publishers and scouts. Brokered translation contracts in more than 50 territories on behalf of over 100 authors. Represented the agency and its foreign department at biannual global book fairs.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Developed nonfiction book proposals at all stages, including market research, idea formulation, structural narrative arc, and final polishing. Assisted Principal Howard Yoon’s client projects spanning history, science, culture, philosophy, business, memoir, self-development and more. Evaluated manuscript submissions and scouted new clients. Singlehandedly managed the agency's social presence, website, and seasonal internship program.

University Of Richmond

Provided commentary on argumentation, structure, and focus of students’ rough drafts in a wide array of subjects including psychology, history, economics and biology. Identified writer’s global errors and explain corrections. Helped writers clearly organize and state claims with a peer-to-peer approach.

Richmond, Va

Managed all screening, training and scheduling of applicants for variety radio shows in college radio ‘underground’ format. Facilitated and led bimonthly team meetings with 70+ DJs. Coordinated publicity events and secure partnerships with music venues, recording companies and local bands. Maintained local listenership as one of Richmond’s three independent radio stations.

Richmond, Virginia, United States

Hosted a weekly two-hour literary radio show pairing music with literature.

Richmond, Virginia Area

Executed master schedule of 2015 Spring, Summer, and Fall programming. Managed all screening, training, and scheduling of applicants for radio shows. Communicated with over 60 DJs weekly on scheduling, station standards, and problem-solving.

New York, New York

Line-edited book proposals. Evaluated manuscript submissions. Reviewed and flagged edits in publishing contracts. Curated social media presence for agent Maria Ribas.

Chicago, Il

Pitched, researched and fact-checked articles for Chicago-based lifestyle magazines: Chicago Scene, North Shore, Weddings, Interiors and Men’s Book. Wrote articles for publication featuring events, entertainment in Chicago, and luxury brands.

Richmond, Va

Evaluated, proofread, and copy-edited poetry and prose submissions for editor’s weekly review. Influenced Spring edition through creative opinion and support of editing decisions. Communicated with over 80 freelance writers.

West Haven, Ct

Gathered, evaluated, and organized data for content of guide book, Pocket Parks of New York City. Curated and monitored all social media accounts, including Twitter, Tumblr, Flickr, and Facebook. Networked professionally with student communities.

Graduate Certificate, Radio And Podcasting

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

Activities and Societies: Phi Eta Sigma, WDCE 90.1 fm University of Richmond Radio, The Vagina Monologues, SpiderBoard