Professional Experience:

2014 to present: Freelance Journalist and Copywriter

Pitch story ideas. Research, interview subjects, and write articles for publications such as Denver Westword, 303 Magazine, Vegas Seven, Vegas Rated and Rooster. Create website copy and blog content for various clients including lifestyle brands, consulting firms and others.

July 2017 to September 2017: Web Editor 
Vegas Seven Magazine–Las Vegas, NV

Edit online content for award-winning weekly Las Vegas magazine. Develop ideas, interview subjects and write stories. Ensure the website is optimized for viewer experience. Produce videos and other forms of multimedia journalism.

2016 to 2017: Editor
DTLV.com–Las Vegas, NV

Edit and write copy for award-winning website. Plan editorial calendar. Develop and execute new ideas. Manage social media accounts. Collaborate on ideas and story pitches. Verify facts. Publish stories, videos and galleries. Manage budget and freelancer invoices. Produce weekly newsletter.

2015 to 2016: Web Producer
DTLV.com­­–LasVegas, NV

Develop story ideas, interview subjects, write and edit content. Ensure the website is optimized for viewer experience. Manage social media accounts with 7,ooo+ followers on each platform. Proofread. Produce weekly newsletter.

2014 to 2015: Copywriter
Post Launch Online Marketing–Las Vegas, NV

Write 20 blog posts per week for various clients in order to increase online presence. Manage social media accounts for 10 clients or more. Syndicate blog posts. Develop site maps. Write press releases and email blasts. Write product descriptions and other related tasks based on clients’ needs.

 

Education:

University of Las Vegas, Nevada; BA in Journalism and Media Studies