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New York, New York, United States

- Produced text on screen explainer videos, soundbites, entertainment interviews, short documentary-style videos and social-first content - Created multiple videos that were viewed over 100,000 times, boosting engagement on social channels- Developed the night producer role at Newsweek, managing all aspects of video production during the evening and night shifts - Wrote concise yet impactful scripts, headlines and summaries for videos on Newsweek’s website and social platforms - Sourced footage from federal, state and local governments, user-generated content, C-SPAN, Associated Press and Storyful- Edited videos on news, entertainment and opinion topics in a deadline-driven environment, quickly applying feedback- Maintained active communication with multiple departments to ensure videos were accurate and met company and legal standards - Produced motion graphics, animating company logos - Worked with external partners to film live events hosted by Newsweek

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

- Produced short-form documentaries about national parks in the greater D.C., Maryland and Virginia area- Managed all aspects of video production: - Pre-production: Conducted in-depth research about video topics, pitched ideas to senior leadership, storyboarded video concepts and coordinated filming schedules - Production: Filmed engaging b-roll and multicam interviews with subject matter experts - Post-production: Edited videos combining photos, b-roll, interviews, music and self-produced motion graphics- Produced audio descriptions and closed captions to ensure video accessibility - Created engaging content for social media, reaching over 100,000 people with a video about the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park- Filmed and photographed major projects including the White House fence during Black Lives Matter protests, the president at the National Christmas Tree Lighting and the reopening of both the Arlington Memorial Bridge and Arlington House- Photographs published in The Washington Post, Smithsonian Magazine and WTOP News

Birmingham, Alabama

- Produced short documentary films about the Coleman Center for the Arts and the Historic Pickensville Rosenwald School, two nonprofits operating in rural Alabama - Filmed and edited short promotional documentary-style videos about Impact America’s health, economic and education initiatives- Pitched, designed and produced motion graphics for social media- Filmed multicam interviews and b-roll at Impact America service sites - Researched and pitched opportunities to create more responsible visual storytelling

Omaha, Nebraska

- Produced podcasts and videos in partnership with the Omaha Chamber of Commerce.

Omaha, Nebraska

- Researched historical context for a multimedia art installment on Raymond J. Fritz; a gay man living in rural Nebraska during the early 20th century.

Omaha, Nebraska

- Photographed Creighton Recreation and Wellness events including intramurals, club sports, group workout classes, and specialty events.

Omaha, Nebraska

- Created social media content (videos, design, photos, motion graphics) to increase involvement in programing.- Advised students on the study abroad process.

Omaha, Nebraska

- Produced a video about Physicians Mutual at the Omaha Farmers Market.- Created photographs and branded graphics for social media.- Designed a weekly company-wide digital presentation.- Assisted in the planning and execution of the biennial all-employee meeting.

Omaha, Nebraska

- Responsible for telephone fundraising on behalf of the university. - Raised over $34,000 for Creighton University.

Omaha, Nebraska

- Designed a tri-fold calendar and branded letter to increase membership. - Captured stock photos and videos for promotional materials.

Iowa

- Canvassed for the Iowa Democratic Party during the 2014 midterm elections.

Bachelor'S Degree, History, Graphic Design: Concentration In Multi-Media And Photojournalism

Exchange Semester