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Englewood, Colorado, United States

Remote

• Edited content in manuscripts and highlighted issues in readability, plot, and structure; proofread drafts and used Chicago Manual of Style guidelines to identify grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.
• Collaborated with authors on development and revisions to create polished, attractive drafts for time-sensitive publication dates.
• Completed final proofs of memoir, children’s story, psychological thriller, and romance manuscripts.

Boulder, Colorado, United States

• Wrote and edited 21 articles, 30 news briefs, and 21 police blotters during a 3.5-month internship.
• Conducted 2+ interviews per article with Boulder County residents, government officials, professors, and others.
• Worked closely with the editorial team to create fact-checked, accurate, and compelling stories.

Greeley, Colorado, United States

• Managed a team of approximately 5-7 reporters to improve production and quality of the newspaper by leading and training each writer through development meetings and editing processes.
• Proofread, fact-checked, updated, and rewrote drafts to adhere to AP style guidelines.
• Designed the monthly print newspaper via Adobe InDesign and approved final proofs for publication.

Greeley, CO

• Performed research, conducted interviews, and wrote compelling articles pertaining to the UNC campus.
• Created weekly newsletters via Emma, an online marketing software.
• Worked closely with editors to brainstorm, develop, and edit compelling stories via Word Track Changes.
• Student Employee of the Year Nomination, 2019-2020.

Greeley, CO

• Advisor: Assisted students throughout the study abroad process; provided information about the study abroad application, finances, and the different programs offered at universities around the world; assisted the Study.
• Data entry: Scanned documents into database, accurately inputted data into Excel and other computer applications, verified student documents and uploaded information into their student portals.

Fort Collins, Colorado Area

• Checked in and shelved library books using alphabetical order and the Dewey Decimal System.
• Assisted patrons with checking in and out books, locating books, and offering book suggestions.
• Performed office tasks, including answering phone calls, checking emails, and helping patrons pay fines.

Bachelor'S Degree, Journalism

• Graduated with Distinction • Received the Top Scholar Award for highest class ranking from Kappa Tau Alpha, a national college honor.

Journalism & Business, News & Multimedia, And Business Administration

• 77 credits towards journalism and business administration degrees before transfer to CU Boulder • UNC Dean's Honor Roll: 2017-2018.

Education record

Study Abroad, Sophomore

Activities and Societies: Writer for Chester's magazine