SummaryHigh-achieving journalists’ and communications strategist with the ability to paint pictures with my storytelling capabilities. Can help Fortune 500 companies gain a competitive edge and increase revenue by identifying customer needs. A team player that’s recognized for impassioned approach and colorful ideas. EducationFlorida A&M University – Tallahassee, FL – Broadcast JournalismDecember 2014ExperienceStarke Middle School, Starke FL | September 2015 – June 20177th Grade Language Arts Teacher• Implemented new technological resources into the classroom setting to encourage improved learning, leading to a more engaged classroom environment and improved reading comprehension within my first year.• Improved parental involvement by increased promotion of academic/extra-curricular initiatives. • Increased student involvement in after-school programs by 25% within one semester of teaching by building programming that spoke to the student’s interests.WTXL/ABC27 HD, Tallahassee FL | August 2014 – December 2014Intern• Lowered production time for graphic elements and visual aids for news stories and segments by 25% by utilizing Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Final Cut Pro.• Worked alongside the production team to produce both taped/live segments and the newscast.• Increased social media engagement for WTXL/ABC 27 by consistent content promotion on their various social media platforms such as Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.Sunshine Manor, Tallahassee FL | August 2011 – November 2013Digital Media Specialist♣ Improved the functionality of the website’s Lead Capture function, resulting in a more streamlined user interface.♣ Increased social media engagement and traffic by scheduling and maintaining a strong presence on various platforms such as Twitter and Facebook.♣ Increased interest in Sunshine Manor by speaking on behalf of the company at conferences.