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• Assign and coordinate logistics between news crews and live trucks; coordinate live and tape feeds from trucks from multiple sources so stories can be broadcast live.
• Develop and maintain contacts with law enforcement and fire departments, local government, and community organizations to stay updated on current events.
• Assist producers, reporters and web producer with story calls, setups, and follow-ups.

Eagan, Minnesota, United States

• Orchestrated coverage on relevant news, features, and business, leveraging expert journalism skills to write compelling articles aligned with Patch.com’s goals and values.
• Facilitated a complete revamp for all Patch.com affiliated websites, ensuring all platforms are optimized to promote consumer engagement.
• Expertly executed 5-10 website posts and articles daily, utilizing extensive communications and storytelling insights to create engaging content for readers.
• Responded to reader questions and inquiries, managing and maintaining a positive user experience site comprehensive.

Winona, Minnesota, United States

• Facilitated comprehensive coordination and execution processes for a busy recruiting and staffing agency, and delivered top-quality support in deadline-driven environments.
• Coordinated remotely with CEO of business to create effective workflows and execute projects as per specifications.
• Collaborated with local and nation-wide interns to ensure accuracy and alignment across all projects.
• Filmed, edited, and distributed branded promotional videos for social media to drive public awareness, improve engagement, and increase lead generation.
• Created and edited dynamic posters and digital artwork to promote future events via website and hand-outs.

Winona, Minnesota, United States

• Managed all aspects in the production of the university newspaper, supervising operations of 15 writers, five editors, and three photographers while overseeing advertisers and other stakeholders to ensure seamless.
• Received consistent promotions due to exceptional team leadership, journalistic integrity, and public engagement.
• Designed newspaper cover to cultivate a strong and identifiable presence, assisting editors in daily page layouts on InDesign based on story timeliness, impact, and newsworthiness.
• Reviewed and edited 10+ articles before each publication, including features and news pieces, fact-checking as needed to verify accuracy and maintain trustworthy readership.
• Led weekly staff meetings to discuss potential or ongoing articles, organizational objectives, and weekly budgets.

Winona, Minnesota

• Oversaw editing and finalization processes for the news section, managing a team of five writers and assisting with writing articles as needed to produce high-quality content.
• Pitched ideas to other section editors for stories and photos based on upcoming events, campus politics, student experiences, and relevant university updates.
• Created designs for weekly page layouts on InDesign before printing, strategically placing articles to promote important or newsworthy information for students.
• Recruited, hired, and trained new writers with an emphasis on AP style guidelines, multimedia opportunities, and journalistic integrity to create compelling stories with visually engaging photo and video counterparts.

• Provided on-site support for mass communications students, including oversight of photography, videography, and printing equipment needed for journalism and digital media projects.
• Assisted students in the darkroom and photo studio, maintaining a clean and organized learning environment.
• Tested equipment, including cameras, microphones, and computers, regularly to ensure proper functionality.
• Checked out equipment to students, maintaining thorough records to account for university-owned pieces.

Winona, Minnesota

• Collaborated extensively with section editors to review and revise all submitted articles before print and online publication, minimizing errors and creating high-quality content that maintained positive rapport with.
• Provided training and advice on grammatical accuracy and AP Style during weekly staff meetings to create cohesive writing teams and reduce overall time spent on content revisions.
• Published weekly print content on the newspaper’s website, maintaining pertinent information while ensuring a visually-appealing online presence.
• Increased the Winonan’s following and overall readership through consistent, brand-aligned written, photo, and video content on social media platforms.

• Wrote, edited, and submitted weekly articles within strict deadlines, interviewing reliable sources to produce well-rounded content.
• Researched and gathered news content, diligently choosing pertinent information to include in each article.
• Communicated regularly with section and photography editors to rectify issues and create streamlined processes.
• Collaborated with other staff photographers to ensure all events had photo or video coverage.
• Took photos for a variety of stories to draw attention to articles, writing captions to accurately depict visuals.
• Conducts interviews with newsmakers and provides on-site coverage of events, representing the newspaper positively in all interactions.