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Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

-Weekend Meteorologist (AM); primary fill-in for weekday morning meteorologist -Connect with our viewers & community via the TMJ4 Storm Chaser & school visits-Design & implement augmented reality graphics for each newscast-Continue a multi-platform approach (OTT/Facebook lives) to highlight impactful weather-Deliver clear & comprehensive live severe weather coverage

Madison, Wisconsin, United States

-Weekend Meteorologist (AM & PM); primary fill-in for weekday meteorologists -Curated multi-platform forecasts with a “First Alert” mentality-Championed online streaming of active-weather forecasts via Facebook Live/OTT Desk-Redesign on-air graphics for social media — which achieved a wider reach of the weather story-Build out weekday science/weather segments

Rogers, Arkansas

Meteorologist/Reporter at 40/29 News (KHBS/KHOG-TV — Fort Smith & Fayetteville, AR) -Weekend Meteorologist (AM & PM); primary fill-in for weekday meteorologists -Took a multi-platform forecast approach within a “Get Ready Weather” brand-Incorporated “Impact” and “Severe” Weather days to heighten the forecast -Embraced a daily Facebook Live strategy - frequently reaching a 5k+ audience-Updated to the new Hearst graphics package; transitioned from WSI MAX to Baron Lynx -Morning & 5/6 p.m. Live or Look-Live general news reporting;

Greater Chicago Area

The WGN Weather Intern serves a supporting role within the WGN Weather Center.- Build forecast graphics and acquire weather statistics alongside Chief Meteorologist Tom Skilling & Tribune Media weather staff. - Research climate models and trends pertinent to the forecast. - Provide climate and forecast information for the Chicago Tribune Weather page.

Valparaiso University

-Serve as VUTV's chief spokesperson and representative to Valparaiso University students, faculty, and staff; Liaison between the Committee on Media and the Valparaiso University Student Senate.-Charged with upholding and enforcing the mission & values of the station. -Oversee and collaborate with an eleven-person Chief Directing Staff who are dedicated to informing, educating, and entertaining our audience and staff members. Notable Achievements Rebranded the station and solidified mission & core values;Introduced and implemented Slack to improve station-wide collaboration and support;

Responsible for production of a campus television station's flagship news program as well as coordinating and delegating tasks to an Assistant News Director and news team; Report on events and campus happenings that directly relate to a college campus community; Educate a college campus community on proper news gathering and campus media goals; Serve as a representative for campus media; Serve as executive member/Vice President charged with influencing and developing the goals and path of the station's future. - Oversees one weekly live television news broadcast as well as one live-to-tape news program. -Works with a staff of 20+ reporters and directors to find ways to best promote a well-informed and strong community. -Actively seeking methods and techniques that promote on-hands instruction for new and continuing members of the station.

Atlanta, Georgia

The CNN Weather & Climate intern assists department staff with content research and creation across multiple media platforms. They play a support role when creating and delivering the daily weather story. Research daily weather/climate/science stories;Build explainer graphics on WSI MAX; Creating and explaining the weather story with new 3-D augmented reality graphics;Notable AchievementsWeather Graphics for HLN's Michaela: Built 3D-Augemented Reality graphic explainers for brand new morning show. The graphics took the viewer from the standard weather map to the studio floor for an interactive and creative take on the day's weather story. This format was well received by the show's producers and is in consideration for potential sponsorship.

Rockford, Illinois

Work side-by-side with the Chief Meteorologist to build shows for three newscasts while simultaneously developing and honing skills in: -Forecasting-Graphics Construction via WeatherCentral-Green Screen Delivery-Social Media Engagement-Blogging and Website MaintenanceNotable Achievements:*Designed and built graphics for three shows including a Spanish Newscast *Expanded on national or international weather stories in blog posts*Established a close working relationship with the Chief Meteorologist to collaborate on story ideas and delivery.

Beacon Hall

Maintaining and promoting community within a residence hall; Being a resource for all residents in dealing with professional or personal obstacles; enforcing safety and security policies while still ensuring the well-being of residents.