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Northern Virginia, Virginia, United States

Contractor at Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Stakeholder and Engagement Division (SED)Conducting long-range strategic foresight cybersecurity policy research. Working with senior leadership and government agency stakeholders, compiling input and analyzing programs. Writing strategy and policy documents to support the Office of the Chief of Staff. Managing all phases of a project life cycle’s entirety, from start to completion, supporting all related… Show more Contractor at Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Stakeholder and Engagement Division (SED)Conducting long-range strategic foresight cybersecurity policy research. Working with senior leadership and government agency stakeholders, compiling input and analyzing programs. Writing strategy and policy documents to support the Office of the Chief of Staff. Managing all phases of a project life cycle’s entirety, from start to completion, supporting all related administrative actions involved. Show less

Remote (Covid-19)

Contractor at Defense Media Activity (DMA), Ft. Meade, MDTransformed customer needs and data into actionable insights and dynamic business intelligence driving broader strategic objectives. Created original custom-tailored research strategies and products, as well as leveraging existing disparate data sources, to drive continual process improvement. Promoted data-driven decision-making through regular assessments gauging progress across key strategic initiatives.

Remote (Covid-19)

Collected, translated, databased, and analyzed technical subject matter to provide actionable information for the customer. Worked both independently and as part of a team to provide assessments on customer performance of both their primary mission functions (media production, public affairs, visual information management, training and education); as well as their support functions (human resource and financial management, information and communications technology management, process… Show more Collected, translated, databased, and analyzed technical subject matter to provide actionable information for the customer. Worked both independently and as part of a team to provide assessments on customer performance of both their primary mission functions (media production, public affairs, visual information management, training and education); as well as their support functions (human resource and financial management, information and communications technology management, process workflows). Collaborated on the development and management of data processes and pipelines. Extracted information as required for recurring and ad-hoc reporting requirements. Show less

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Worked with teammates, broadcast journalists, editors, stakeholders, contractors, and field teams to design, launch, analyze, and present qualitative and quantitative research aiming to better understand RFA’s broadcast markets, audiences, and programming needs. Supported broadcasters' efforts to successfully inform, engage, and connect current and potential audiences with RFA. Coordinated RFA’s parallel ongoing internal evaluation process, working with teammates, area experts, technical staff,… Show more Worked with teammates, broadcast journalists, editors, stakeholders, contractors, and field teams to design, launch, analyze, and present qualitative and quantitative research aiming to better understand RFA’s broadcast markets, audiences, and programming needs. Supported broadcasters' efforts to successfully inform, engage, and connect current and potential audiences with RFA. Coordinated RFA’s parallel ongoing internal evaluation process, working with teammates, area experts, technical staff, and senior management to maximize individual language-service and overall RFA impact. Provided strategic and programming advice and support to RFA administrative and broadcast management and staff. Show less

Washington, D.C.

Successfully managed and delivered over $6M of evaluative media monitoring panel projects for the International Audience Research Project, in support of U.S. international broadcasting operations worldwide (VOA, RFE/RL, RFA, MBN, OCB).

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Performed qualitative market research design and implementation for international broadcasting, international development and public diplomacy/citizen exchange projects and clients, including RFE/RL, BBC, and the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (DoS ECA).

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Proofread and assisted with quantitative and qualitative research guides and internal/external documents, including editorial reference manuals, quarterly newsletters and more; assisted project managers with research and project-related administrative tasks.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Assisted the Director of Communications with all duties, particularly with planning and organizing the 2004 Common Ground Film Festival. Established and maintained relationships with festival filmmakers, producers and distributors. Performed outreach and support functions for traveling University Film Series’ host institutions.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana Area

Increased monthly sales totals by 78% over the course of one year and developed a nationwide loyal customer base while maintaining very high standards of accuracy.

Ma, School Of International Service, International Communication

Editor, 2003-04, Swords & Ploughshares: A Journal of International Affairs SRP (thesis) independent research: • A Network Theory Approach.

Ba, English (Creative Writing Concentration); Philosophy (Minor)

Activities and Societies: • Caffee Award, LSU English Department: Best Freshman Composition of an Academic Year, 1996-97 • Dean’s List.