JOURNALIST AND PHOTOGRAPHER
MY CV
Professional Experience
ST. JOHN'S UNIVERSITY
Sept. 2018-Dec. 2020
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
3.97 GPA
St. John’s University College of Professional Studies Dean's List 2019
PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE, ABC NEWSONE
June 2021 - Now
Fulfills requests from ABC's 290+ affiliate stations and clients for video from ABC’s expansive archives
Frequently makes edits to NewsONE's packages and cuts debriefts on weekends with quick turnaround times
Pitched and produced NewsONE extras/sweeps stories from start to finish (pitched/shot/edited)
QUEENS COURIER- NEWS INTERN
Sept. 2019 - Dec. 2019
Reported and wrote for sections of the Queens Courier, Boro Magazine, Aspire Magazine, and AM New York
Developed engaging social media content and timed posts out
June 2019 - July 2019
Actively participated in work in each part of the newsroom, from production to on-site reporting to photojournalism
Wrote and shot standups and teases for a personal newsreel (available upon request)
ST. JOHN'S UNIVERSITY WRITING CENTER CONSULTANT
March 2019 - Present
Engage in discussion with students during any step in their writing process, from brainstorming to proofreading
Work with students in-person as well as online through the Writing Center Portal
Train new consultants through shadowing and discussions to help ease the transition to their new position
Studied current and past literature on Writing Centers and critical theories relating to race and feminism
September 2018 - Present
Organize St. John’s basketball sponsor booths and assist with giveaways to boost students’ brand engagement on game days
Creatively photograph logo placement on the basketball court, video boards, and in clients’ booths
ST. JOHN’S UNIVERSITY STUDENT AMBASSADOR
January 2019 - Present
Lead tours showcasing St. John’s University to prospective students
Bring prospective students (shadows) to class and host overnight shadows so that they become comfortable with the campus's amenities
Assist in hosting Open Houses and Accepted Students' Day, one of the largest on-campus events of the year
ALPHA PHI OMEGA BROTHER
June 2012 - May 2014
Serve the school and local community through this national service fraternity
Build connections with other members and participate in fellowship events
Spring 2019 Leadership Chair: organized leadership events and communicated with executive board
WANDERER IMAGES PHOTOGRAPHER
March 2017 - Present
Provide photography services to graduating seniors, families, and individuals at set prices
Interact with customers to shoot and edit (with Adobe Lightroom/Photoshop) quality photos
June 2017 - July 2017
Received a formal education from skilled professionals in journalism ethics, reporting, and writing
Interviewed the public in Evanston, IL for beat and feature writing and completed a trend story on running during pregnancy through interviewing trainers, nutritionists, and OBGYNS
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
June 2012 - May 2014
Active V.I.T.A.L. Member: Expand leadership skills through interactive discussions within the context of Catholic and Vincentian values
News Anchor for WREDTV, St. John's University's TV organization
Member of St. John’s University Track Club - 800 meter champion at St. John’s home meet against D1 athletes
SKILLS AND INTERESTS
June 2012 - May 2014
Adobe Lightroom/Photoshop - Microsoft Office - Final Cut Pro - AP Style - interviewing - fact-checking
Highly skilled in the operation of camera gear; photojournalism experience