Journalist

Reporting Texas | University of Texas

●      Pitched and critiqued stories weekly in a newsroom setting to increase editorial judgment

●      Wrote spot news and feature stories on Austin environmental and political issues under tight deadlines

●      Photographed scenes and subjects to craft compelling visual stories

●      Built a wide range of sources and research strategies to produce accurate, credible reporting

●      Reported on local stories that resonated with an Austin audience

Marketing and Communications Intern

Hill Country Conservancy

●      Produced short-form blog content using a compelling narrative to engage readers and communicate key messages

●      Pitched original content idea to the marketing team, contributing to the development of an effective outreach strategy

●      Tailored language, grammar, and tone to resonate with the Hill Country Conservancy’s target audience, enhancing clarity and impact

●      Created multimedia content, including photography, video and graphic design assets, to boost engagement on digital platforms

●      Leveraged analytic tools to assess content performance and identify room for growth

Marketing and Storytelling Intern

Coastal Prairie Conservancy

●      Pitched and reported high quality, concise content on Houston environmental topics for social media, newsletters, and blogs

●      Produced copy and blog articles using excellent writing, editing, and storytelling chops

●      Employed analytical tools and SEO strategies to identify room for growth and increase digital presence

●      Utilized graphic design software, such as Canva and Constant Contact, to produce compelling visuals for digital marketing campaigns

●      Created compelling, audience-tailored content by leveraging insights into local Houston preferences

A Peak Beneath the Surface of Texas Groundwater Use

Environmental Studies | Southwestern University

●      Pitched and refined original story ideas while collaborating on an in-depth, semester-long research project

●      Created unique angles to concisely and persuasively communicate the story of water scarcity and privatization issues in Texas

●      Developed wide range of sources, including interviews with local & state representatives, to gain insight & perspective

●      Applied a detailed-oriented approach to conduct high-level research under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

●      Crafted and delivered a compelling, Texas-centered narrative to connect to the lived experiences of a diverse audience