Tara Ruff Email & Phone Number

New York, NY, US

New York, New York, United States

As a Producer and Assistant Director for a Short Film in production in New York, I currently work with the director to refine scripts and provide feedback on character development and plot structure. I ensure the production schedule runs smoothly and coordinate communication between departments to bring creative visions to life.

New York, United States

As Head of Public Relations for a television show in post-production, I lead on development of strategic outreach plans to engage with key media stakeholders. Working closely with the director, writers, and cast members, I spearhead PR campaigns to enhance the show's visibility and reach, managing media inquiries and press releases and ensuring positive.

New York, New York, United States

New York City Metropolitan Area

Working with the NAACP, the Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, Children's Rights, the MacArthur Foundation, the Schusterman Family Foundation, the Center for American Progress, the Black in Repro coalition and other organizations fighting for social change and human rights as a communications specialist.

New York, United States

-Launch on breaking national/international news while working with senior producers across CBS News Network to find voices, confirm facts and produce packages from start to finish-Develop story ideas, social media mine, conduct interviews, communicate with law enforcement and political heads while assisting in scriptwriting and editing under breaking news.

Greater New York City Area

• PROOF: Media for Social Justice is a non-profit organization based in New York City that uses visual storytelling and education to inspire global attitude and policy changes.Working in partnership with the United.
• Assist in content creation, copywriting and thought leadership posts for social media and website
• Run all social media accounts and create daily postings and multimedia graphics and captions

Los Angeles

• Managed and produced content for Annenberg sponsored News Outlet, DiverSCity
• Assisted in editing process, managing Facebook page and producing diverse content about underrepresented communities within and around the USC area
• Created profile series called Women of #SColor, interviewing and creating posts on inspiring women of color who excel in their prospective fields while advocating for diversity and inclusion at USC

Los Angeles

• Presented and reported on long form international stories for Annenberg Media run show, The Current International
• Reported, wrote, edited and produced international stories on topics such as the Cape Town water crisis, the Yemeni Civil War and the Mexican elections
• Interviewed researchers and professors with expertise in topics such as international conflict, the psychology of terrorism and religion, war and violence

University Of Southern California

The Asian American Journalists Association at USC is an organization that promotes diversity and inclusion for Asian American Journalists at USC Annenberg School of Communication and Journalism.Committed to providing opportunities and support for Asian American students, both undergraduate and graduate, in the Greater Los Angeles Area. AAJA will align with.

Universal City, California

• NBC4 is an NBC owned and operated television station location in Los Angeles, bringing breaking news to Southern California. NBC Los Angeles is one of Southern California's leading news organizations.
• Assisted KNBC Chief Political Reporter on day-of-air political TV news packages/web articles
• Researched, transcribed interviews, pitched and edited political content that may appear on KNBC’s daily newscasts, websites and cellular applications
• Obtained interviews with top city, county, state political leaders for KNBC’s weekly political show “News Conference”
• Assisted in broadcasted interviews with national political leaders such as KellyAnne Conway, Tom Steyer, Christine Pelosi and Chris Matthews

New York City

Edelman is the leading global communications marketing firm in the country. At Edelman, employees work on connecting, informing and creating inspiring work where we recalibrate brands to broaden awareness, reframe global positions and re-connect with core customers. Responsibilities:- Managed digital/social channels for clients (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, and.

Los Angeles

The Global Women's Narrative Project (GWNP) was launched by The Levan Institute for Humanities and Ethics at the University of Southern California (USC), in partnership with the Oxford Consortium for Human Rights, and the Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs. The Global Woman's Narrative Projects two main objectives are to obtain and make.

Milpitas

• The world of digital content grows exponentially every day. From mobile devices to data centers, SanDisk delivers the peace of mind that data is readily available and reliable, even in the most challenging.
• Worked on the rebranding of the SanDisk name and social media footprint by revamping the website and online digital content
• Worked with members of the customer service department on securing satisfaction in perception of SanDisk products and marketing

USC

• Serving around 19,000 undergraduate students, Diversity Affairs aims to stimulate an environment that is more conducive for students from different backgrounds to collaborate with one another not only academically but.
• Focusing on bringing together the diverse cultures at USC and fostering inclusivity through our initiatives. We are currently working on the provost search, student affairs advocacy strategies and assessment of the.
• We want to focus on addressing the needs of survivors and victims of sexual assault and providing more resources for them to heal while also preventing future cases of gender-based violence. With this, we are working.
• USG is currently partnering with [USG] Undergraduate Student Government @ ASU, UCLA's Undergraduate Students Association Council (USAC), ASUU, ASWSU, University of Colorado Student Government - CUSG, ASUO, ASOSU.

San Francisco Bay Area

• Worked as a freelance writer for several difference publications such as the Tri-City Voice, India West, Milpitas Post and NRI World magazine
• Went to different events in the Bay Area, covered all entertainment, interviewed attendees/organizers/board members and produced an article the following day
• Covered the Annual Indian Community Center Fundraising Gala as Freelance Reporter for India West and interviewed comedian Dan Nainan, guests and board members
• Volunteer Coordinator and Sound Booth Technician for the ICC College Fair with guest Miss America 2014

Bachelor'S Degree, Broadcast And Digital Journalism; Political Science, Human Rights

Activities and Societies: Founding President, Asian American Journalist Association USC Branch President, Trojans Against Sexual Assault

High School Diploma, General

Activities and Societies: Leadership (3 years), Associate Student Body Officer(Activities Coordinator), Peer Resource Advocate, "Stronger.