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My Resume

Education

2013

Columbia College Chicago

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Journalism, with a concentration in Magazine Writing

2011

Kalamazoo Valley Community College (KVCC)

Associates Degree in General Studies

Work Experience

October 2023 - Present

Public Relations Director/Assistant City Clerk City of Franklin, Kentucky 

  • Work with each department of the City as the Public Information Officer

  • Manage content calendar and create content for social media pages

  • Record and stream City Commission and Public Meetings

  • Assist the City Clerk with duties such as government meeting agenda planning, open records requests, record keeping

  • Work with Human Resources on employee and community marketing campaigns and recruitment initiatives

  • Represent the City at community events

  • Speech writing

  • Main planner and coordinator for ribbon cuttings, grand openings and city-focused events

  • Write press releases and build relationships with area media outlets

May 2020 - Present

Marketing Director, Summer Vibes Music Fest

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  • ​Build marketing campaigns for the music festival, work with music agencies to book bands for festival
  • Find and book up-and-coming bands for festival lineup 
  • Distribute posters, collaborate with media, manage influencer partnership program, create content calendars, create content, and post social media
  • Hospitality manager for band green rooms, coordinator for the emcee and management team, work directly with the festival director and stage manager​
May 2022 - October 2023

Assistant Director, Simpson County Tourism Commission

  • Developed and executed social media plans for multiple platforms, increasing Simpson County's online visibility

  • Collaborated with partners on campaigns, enhancing community engagement and tourism promotion

  • Wrote press releases and produced photos and videos for publications and digital media, supporting marketing initiatives

  • Handled office orders and customer inquiries, ensuring efficient operations and high visitor satisfaction

  • Coordinated with area hotels and the welcome center to distribute literature and brochures, improving visitor experience

January 2019 - March 2022

Group Manager Editor, Paxton Media Group (PMG)

  • Managed staff and hired freelancers, ensuring high-quality editorial content across four newspapers and a lifestyle magazine

  • Oversaw day-to-day editorial tasks, streamlining workflow and meeting publication deadlines

  • Directed content strategy for Franklin Favorite, Warrick County Standard, McLean County News, and Newburgh Magazine, increasing readership

  • Transitioned to Tennessee region, managing editorial operations for Franklin Favorite, Portland Leader, and Macon County Times

February 2017 - March 2022

Newspaper Editor, Paxton Media Group (PMG)

  • Assigned and wrote stories for staff, maintaining consistent editorial quality and coverage

  • Monitored production process, ensuring timely publication and adherence to deadlines

  • Planned editorial calendar and budgets, optimizing resource allocation and content delivery

  • Managed day-to-day office responsibilities, supporting efficient newsroom operations

  • Hired and managed freelance writers and photographers, expanding content variety and reach

  • Planned and built special publications for the weekly newspaper, increasing reader engagement

September 2014 - March 2022

Reporter/Photographer, Paxton Media Group (PMG)

  • Reported and photographed for the weekly community paper, delivering comprehensive local coverage

  • Managed the features section, curating engaging content for readers

  • Copy edited stories for print, ensuring accuracy and quality

  • Posted to social media, increasing audience engagement and reach

  • Conducted interviews and represented the newspaper at events, strengthening community connections

May 2014 - September 2014

Freelance Writer, Pioneer Press, Chicago Sun-Times Media 

  • Reported and photographed various events published in the “trends” section for Sun-Times Media, increasing feature content

March 2014 - March 2017

Freelance Writer, Social Media Consultant, Big Frontier Communications

  • Pitched press releases to publications, securing media coverage for clients

  • Wrote copy and created E-books, enhancing client marketing materials

  • Assisted clients with social media, improving online presence and engagement

February 2014 - September 2014

Editorial Assistant, SociaLife Chicago, Lifestyle Digital Magazine

  • Pitched and wrote two-to-five stories per week, contributing to consistent publication output

  • Attended events and conducted interviews for the publication, expanding content diversity

May 2013 - August 2013

Web Intern, NBC Universal, NBC Chicago Channel 5

  • Pitched and wrote stories for the web, increasing site content and audience engagement

  • Took and edited photos, creating visually appealing photo galleries for online platforms

  • Assisted with events and was hired back as a freelancer to run full web coverage of the 2014 Chicago Auto Show, demonstrating reliability and expertise

Recognitions & Awards

  • Recognition for Community Engagement and Social Media Work presented by the Franklin Police Department, 2024

  • 1st Place Best Breaking News Coverage, 2016, Kentucky Press Association 

  • 1st Place Best Lifestyle Page, 2016, Kentucky Press Association 

  • 3rd Place Best Lifestyle Page, 2016, Kentucky Press Association

  • Citation of Achievement from the House of Representatives of the Common Wealth of Kentucky, 2017

  • 2nd Place Best Breaking News Picture, 2017, Kentucky Press Association

  • 2nd Place Best Special Section, 2017, Kentucky Press Association

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