As an aspiring screenwriter, director, and journalist, I have always been drawn to storytelling. It lies at the crux of everything I do: from writing, to directing, to reporting, and even coaching. For me, these diverging disciplines are bound together by a passion for social justice, and a desire to spark lasting change through my work. With strong interests in public health crises and mental illness destigmatization, I strive to showcase a diversity of perspectives in everything I create. I served as Co-Creator, Head Writer, producer, and actor on the comedy mockumentary Admitted — an award-winning web series written and created by Boston University students. Additionally, I am an active, dedicated member of Delta Kappa Alpha Beta Chapter at Boston University, serving as the chapter's Recruitment Chair and Showrunner during the Fall 2022 semester. As for my journalistic endeavors, I serve as a staff writer on The Daily Free Press (BU's Independent Student Newspaper) and participated in Boston University’s Justice Media Co-Lab in Fall 2023 — where I had the opportunity to conduct a long-form investigation for NBC News, centered around judicial ethics. Going forward, I hope to work as a writer & director for film and television, as well as an investigative journalist.
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Writer, Director, Producer, 1St Ad, Production Designer, Editor11C Productions Apr 2023 - PresentBoston, Massachusetts, United StatesWriter, Director, Producer, Production Designer, & Editor of "It Takes Two" - Released on YouTubeCo-Director of "Dog Days" - In Post-Production -
1St Assistant DirectorBoston University Sep 2024 - Nov 2024Boston, Massachusetts, United States1st AD on senior thesis film "Growing Pains," shot over the course of three weeks. Responsible for creating call sheets, facilitating communication with cast/crew, maintaining organization/efficiency on set, and directing extras (anywhere from 3 to 30 at a time). -
Co-DirectorBirdbath Entertainment Aug 2024 - Nov 2024Los Angeles, California, United StatesCrafted shot-list and collaborated on creative direction of commercial production for Black Volt Amplification. Provided post-production feedback leading up to release.
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1St Assistant DirectorKyle Loftus Studios Jun 2024 - Aug 2024Orlando, Florida, United StatesWork closely with director, cast, and crew to maintain a productive and efficient on-set environment. Assist in constructing each shoot day, ensuring adherence to the production schedule. Oversee logistics, including call sheets, daily schedules, and communication with all departments. -
ProducerKyle Loftus Studios Jun 2024 - Aug 2024Orlando, Florida, United StatesOversee pre/post-production of various campaigns for commercial clients. Assist with talent contracts, crew communications, meeting notes, scheduling, and brand development tasks. -
ReporterLatinnews Feb 2024 - Apr 2024London, England, United KingdomResponsible for writing multiple stories a day — from morning "in briefs" (focused on economic developments) and Daily articles (analyzing regional developments) to afternoon "Washington Watch" articles (covering US-Latin America relations) — and conducting extensive background research for long-form reports. Requires Spanish translation skills. -
Data Journalism InternBu Spark! Sep 2023 - Feb 2024Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesCollaborating on data-driven investigative reporting through BU's application-only Justice Media Co-Lab. -
Student ReporterNbc News Sep 2023 - Jan 2024Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesCollaborating on a major investigation to be published and aired on NBC. - In-depth research, including retrieval and analysis of financial disclosures, proxy statements (DEF14A), campaign contributions, lobbying data, conflicts of interests- Smart web-searching, e.g. finding and interpreting court cases on Westlaw and Pacer- Social media sleuthing to find evidence and conflicts- Archival research for reporting - Interviewing expert sources - Reporting to and working closely with editors -
Development & Management InternPartizan Sep 2023 - Dec 2023Los Angeles, California, United States- Write weekly coverage for submitted feature films, pilots, shorts, and books - Assist with researching and compiling meeting notes - Conduct visual reference and industry research- Attend weekly development meetings -
Staff WriterThe Daily Free Press Apr 2022 - Dec 2023Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesWriter for Campus News (April 2022 - Present), Features (January 2023 - Present), and Investigations (June 2023 - Present) -
Development & Management InternThe Cartel (Cartel Entertainment, Cartel Pictures, Cartel Studios International, Cartel Enterprises) May 2023 - Aug 2023Los Angeles, California, United StatesWriting script coverage for client-written feature films and pilots, providing weekly updates on development mandates and open writing assignments, attending pitch meetings and providing feedback -
Alumni Relations ChairDelta Kappa Alpha Professional Cinema Society Jan 2023 - May 2023Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesFacilitate connections between DKA alumni and current members; create an alumni mentorship program for current members -
Industry Education ChairDelta Kappa Alpha Professional Cinema Society Jan 2023 - May 2023Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesHost workshops featuring industry professionals, students, and alumni; build professionalism and industry knowledge among chapter members -
ShowrunnerDelta Kappa Alpha Professional Cinema Society Sep 2022 - Dec 2022Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesLed weekly "Screenwriters' Circle" meetings, where members came together to workshop scripts and hone their screenwriting skills. Prepared members to pitch their short films during semester pitch night. -
Recruitment ChairDelta Kappa Alpha Professional Cinema Society Sep 2022 - Dec 2022Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesResponsible for planning and hosting recruitment events, as well as overseeing the entire recruitment process, during the Fall Rush season. -
Student JournalistGbh Jan 2023 - May 2023Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesThrough a 15-person application-only course, worked on a long-form investigation surrounding the roots of slavery in Boston's Freedom Trail. In a three-person group, investigated Copps Hill Cemetery and its ties to slavery, focusing on unidentified Black people buried at the site.Worked with GBH News Investigations Editor Paul Singer and professor/former New York Times reporter Brooke Williams to review and edit written/photographic work.Interviewed historians, professors, and government officials. Captured photo and video evidence of Copps Hill Cemetery over the course of one semester, tracking changes due to ongoing restoration.Collaborated in a newsroom environment, using data reporting with Tableau. -
ActorAdmitted Web Series Sep 2022 - Apr 2023Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesActress playing the role of Avery on the new comedy mockumentary series, "Admitted" -
ProducerAdmitted Web Series Aug 2022 - Apr 2023Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesProducer on the new comedy mockumentary series "Admitted"
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Co-Creator, Head WriterAdmitted Web Series Apr 2022 - Apr 2023Boston, Massachusetts, United States"Admitted" is a five-episode comedy mockumentary series created by Boston University students. As Head Writer, I collaborated with the Showrunner on big-picture planning — such as mapping out character arcs, key plot lines, and the overall trajectory of the show. Some of my responsibilities included leading Writers' Room meetings, providing feedback to writers, and writing for each individual episode. Admitted has since taken first place in the Best Comedy Series Episode category at the Houston Comedy Film Festival. -
Adjunct Coach Of Speech TeamLake Highland Preparatory School Aug 2021 - Nov 2022I worked remotely to prepare students for competitions throughout the school year. Each week, I sent out a session schedule (a spreadsheet outlining my upcoming availability), through which students booked one-on-one Zoom calls. The sessions would typically last between 30 minutes and an hour each. I occasionally judged national tournaments as well. -
Director Of Social MediaPistil Home & Garden Jul 2017 - Aug 2022Windermere, Florida, United StatesCreated and ran Instagram page; led online marketing initiatives; directed, shot, and edited short-form content; brought page from 0 to over 1.5k followers
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Retail EmployeePistil Home & Garden Mar 2020 - Jul 2020Windermere, Florida, United StatesI familiarized myself with every plant and product in order to properly advise and assist customers. Beyond customer service, my responsibilities extended to the creative operations of the store, such as creating custom arrangements and assisting customers during workshops.
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Website Designer & E-Commerce DirectorPistil Home & Garden Mar 2020 - Jun 2020Windermere, Florida, United StatesCreated a user-friendly website/online store that featured over 100 products (all photographed by me) and descriptions of various services. Monitored and facilitated all eCommerce transactions through the store's online retail model.
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Script SupervisorButv10 Jan 2022 - May 2022Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesI worked as a script supervisor on the set of BUTV10's comedy series, The News. -
Interchapter ChairpersonDelta Kappa Alpha Professional Cinema Society Jan 2022 - May 2022Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesThroughout the semester, I communicated and worked with other Delta Kappa Alpha chapters in order to organize/host interchapter events. -
ProducerDelta Kappa Alpha Professional Cinema Society Jan 2022 - Apr 2022Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesI worked as a Co-Producer for DKA Beta Chapter's Spring semester production, "Premeditated". My responsibilities included devising a budget breakdown, providing food/beverages for the cast and crew on set, and securing music rights for the end credits. -
Pledge Education OfficerDelta Kappa Alpha Professional Cinema Society Jan 2022 - Apr 2022Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesI was responsible for co-leading weekly lessons throughout the semester to prepare Potential New Members (PNMs) for Delta Kappa Alpha's national entrance exam. Additionally, I hosted community-building events in order to foster a sense of togetherness among the incoming class of members. Throughout the semester, I monitored the new members' transition into the fraternity, and ensured that they were making active efforts to get involved and interact with preexisting members. -
Costume Designer, Casting Director, Script SupervisorDelta Kappa Alpha Professional Cinema Society Oct 2021 - Dec 2021For our fall semester production, "Edenfruit," I hosted auditions through Zoom, and — alongside the film's director — came to a final decision regarding casting. Additionally, I was responsible for designing and acquiring the two main characters' costumes. On set, I worked as a script supervisor. -
Staff Writer And EditorThe Bunion Sep 2021 - May 2022Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesIn the fall semester, I began working as a Staff Writer on BU's satire publication, The Bunion. The following semester, I took on the role of Editor as well, which entailed providing feedback on fellow staff writers' articles on a weekly rotation. -
Speech Team CaptainLake Highland Preparatory School Aug 2020 - May 2021I was a member of my high school's speech team from eighth through twelfth grade. During my senior year, I was a captain of the Interpretation & Oratory Team. Throughout my time as a competitor, I finaled at the Yale Invitational, the Glenbrooks Invitational, and the Blue Key Invitational. I was a semifinalist at the GMU Patriot Games, the Sunvitational, and the Tournament of Champions. -
Co PresidentIslamic Artists Of Orlando May 2020 - May 2021Orlando, Florida, United States- Led an organization dedicated to amplifying the voices of Islamic artists through written features and recorded (podcast-style) interviews- Wrote articles and conducted interviews while serving an administrative role
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