EDUCATION
University at Albany, State University of New York
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, Minor: Sociology, August 2018
Extracurricular Activities:
NAACP, SUNY Albany Chapter: Public Relations Committee Liasion / 2nd Vice President 2017-18
The University at Albany Jamaican Student Association (JAMSA)
National Congress of Black Women, SUNY Albany Chapter
Kingsborough Community College, City University of New York
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts, August 2015
Extracurricular Activities:
WKRB 90.3
EXPERIENCE
WAVYWMN
Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Jan. 2020 – Present
Creates and manages content, develops social and media plans. Updating social media, including Twitter, and Instagram, focusing on engagement increases and brand awareness. Increased social media traffic to an average of 5,000 weekly engagement over the course of a twelve-month period. Monitors conversations with Planoly, taking initiative with reaching out to key Influencers within target demographic.
CURLY GIRL COLLECTIVE (CURLFEST)
Social Media Manager, June 2018 – March 2019
Managed content, develop social and media plans updating social media, including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, with a focus on increasing awareness and engagement. Increased social media traffic from 9,000 average daily views to more than 30,000 in promotion for CURLFEST Festival 2018. Analyzed and reported social media presence, engagement, and effectiveness using Facebook, Twitter & Instagram Insights. Monitored conversations with Hootsuite, proactively reached out to key Influencers and Bloggers within target demographic.
HER CAMPUS, UALBANY CHAPTER
Writer, Nov. 2016 – May 2017
Researched and wrote stories for submission. Verified facts and data for all news releases with potential for story material. Prepared written and visual content for weekly deadlines.
THE ODYSSEY ONLINE
Contributing Editor, Nov. 2016 – Nov. 2017
Oversaw a team of 10-12 writers and reviewed submissions on a weekly basis. Rewrote copy to make it easier for readers to understand. Verified facts using standard reference sources. Evaluated submissions from writers to decide what to publish. Developed story and content ideas while being mindful of the audience. Worked with writers to help their ideas and stories succeed.
BROOKLYN BODEGA
Staff Writer, Sept. 2016 – May 2017
Researched and wrote music and pop culture-related stories for submission. Verified facts and data for all news releases with potential for story material. Prepared written and visual content for weekly deadlines.
THE BROOKLYN HIP-HOP FESTIVAL
Writing Intern, June 2016 – July 2017
Collaborated with a team on researching articles related to the genre of Hip-Hop. Verified facts and data for all news releases with potential for story material. Compiled interview related questions and facilitated interviews with contributors. Efficiently completed all assignments by the specified deadline(s).
THE ODYSSEY ONLINE
Content Creator, Mar. 2016 – Nov. 2017
Provided weekly online content. Researched and investigates local, national and international stories. Frequently fact-checked information and sources for articles and news stories.
ALBANY STUDENT PRESS
Arts & Entertainment Writer, Feb. 2016 – May 2016
Provided weekly content for both online and newsprint. Researched, investigated and reviewed television shows, movies, plays, and museums. Conducted interviews with people and officials. Collaborated well with editorial staff.
OTHER MEDIA EXPERIENCE
90.3 WKRB at Kingsborough Community College
Assistant Music Director, May. 2014 – Aug. 2015
Assisted Program Director by adding and removing music from song rotation on a weekly basis. Listened to music submissions from up-and-coming artists using ReverbNation. Determined if whether or not demo shows were green-lighted to go on air.
90.3 WKRB at Kingsborough Community College
Radio Host/Producer, Dec. 2013 – Aug. 2015
Created, edited, and produced intros and show content using the Avid ProTools and LogTools iMediaTouch Softwares. Winner of the Fall 2014 Radio Flag Music Award for Best Music Show.
SKILLS
Audio Editing: Avid ProTools, Adobe Audition
Social Media Marketing: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest & Instagram
Video Editing: Final Cut Pro X
Photo Editing/Graphic Design: Adobe Photoshop CC 2015-2020
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