Experience
Online News Association  September 2015 - Present
North Carolina A&T State University  September 2015 - Present
North Carolina A&T State University  August 2015 - Present
The Aggie Press   August 2014 - Present
First Baptist Church of Vienna   May 2014 - Present
Voice of America  July 2015 - August 2015
North Carolina A&T State University  February 2015 - May 2015
North Carolina A&T State University  October 2014 - May 2015
National Association of Black Journalists   March 2015 - March 2015
Westchester Magazine  December 2014 - January 2015

Skills
Microsoft Word, Avid Media Composer, Tricaster, MacBook Pro, PowerPoint, Prezi, Time Management, Public Speaking, News Writing, Leadership, Broadcast Journalism, Broadcast, Multimedia, Camera, Feature Articles, Audacity, AP Style, Editing, Press Releases, Blogging, Facebook, Social Media

Education
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University   2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Science (BS), Multimedia Journalism, 3.9

Oakton High School   2008 — 2012

Experience
Cox Media Group  1999 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   2001 - 2003
Cox Enterprises WSB Radio   January 1994 - May 1999
Cox Enterprises WSB Radio   1992 - 1994
Cox Enterprises WSB Radio   1987 - 1992
Cox Enterprises WSB Radio   1987 - 1987
Cox Enterprises WSB Radio   1986 - 1987
Meredith Corporation Georgia Radio News Service   1986 - 1986
Lockheed Martin  1986 - 1986
WRFC-AM   1985 - 1986

Skills
Journalism, Problem Solving, Voice Over, Leadership, Recruiting, Public Speaking, Media Production, Talent Coaching, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Writing, Radio Programming, Social Media, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Coordinating Events, Marketing Strategy, New Media, Broadcast Television, Television, Broadcast Journalism, Press Releases, Event Planning, Publicity, Entertainment, Radio Advertising, AP Style, Media Planning, News Writing, Public Relations, Media Relations, Podcasting, Audio Editing, Digital Media, Video, Adobe Audition

Education
The University of Georgia   1982 — 1986
ABJ, Broadcast Journalism

Marietta High School   1978 — 1982

Experience
Cisco  August 2015 - Present
The AroundCampus Group  April 2013 - August 2015
The Charlotte Observer  December 2012 - March 2013
University Directories  May 2012 - October 2012
Red Ventures  September 2011 - May 2012
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.  September 2008 - September 2011
Pendulum   September 2008 - May 2010
Multimedia Classes   January 2008 - May 2010
National Association of Black Journalists   2010 - 2010
Salisbury Post  June 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Writing, Final Cut Pro, Dreamweaver, Multi-Ad Creator, Blogging, Graphic Design, Facebook, Digital Media, Social Media, Video, Editing, SEO, Journalism, Advertising, Adobe Creative Suite, Multimedia, Social Media Marketing, Layout, Copy Editing, Photography

Education
Elon University   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism - Print/Online Journalism

Experience
National Association of Black Journalists   May 2014 - April 2015
Montessori Academy at Westridge   January 2013 - August 2014
Abercrombie & Fitch  June 2012 - August 2012

Education
University of North Texas   2015 — 2017
Broadcast Journalism

Sam Houston State University   2013 — 2017
Mass Communication/Media Studies (Broadcast Journalism)

Frisco Liberty High School   2009 — 2013

Experience
The Denver Post  June 2015 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   April 2012 - Present
Dow Jones News Fund Business Reporting Internship Program   June 2015 - June 2015
Editor-in-chief  July 2014 - May 2015
Grambling State University Association of Black Journalists   January 2014 - May 2015
Louisiana State University  2015 - 2015
Dow Jones News Fund Business Reporting Internship Program   2015 - 2015
The Salt Lake Tribune  June 2014 - August 2014
Sports Journalism Institute   June 2014 - June 2014
New York Times Student Journalism Insititute   May 2014 - June 2014

Skills
Microsoft Office, Twitter, Interviewing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Editing, Event Planning, Public Relations, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Public Speaking, Access, Creative Writing, Storytelling, Journalism, Positive Team Player, Pay Close Attention to..., Publications, Interviews, Publishing, Press Releases

Education
Louisiana State University   2015 — 2017
Master of Mass Communication

Grambling State University   2011 — 2015
BS, Mass Communications

Alief Hastings High School   2008 — 2011
High School Diploma

Experience
Tribune Media  November 2014 - Present
Sallie Mae  October 2013 - October 2014
Indiana University Vice President for Capital Planning and Facilities   May 2013 - September 2013
Indiana University School of Journalism  October 2012 - May 2013
Indiana University School of Journalism Visual Communications Lab   August 2012 - May 2013
Indiana University Student Television  August 2012 - May 2013
Indiana University Chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists   April 2012 - May 2013
American Student Radio  January 2012 - May 2013
National Association of Black Journalists   2011 - 2013
WTHR-TV  May 2012 - August 2012

Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Research, Customer Service, Social Media, Public Speaking, Editing, Teamwork, Windows, English, Broadcast Journalism, Storytelling, Social Networking, Final Cut Pro, Broadcast, Journalism

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Broadcast Journalism, Alumna

Arsenal Technical High School   2005 — 2009
Academic Honors Diploma

Experience
Cox Media Group  May 2015 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   2012 - Present
KNOE-TV8  September 2013 - May 2015
WBOK-1230 AM   May 2013 - September 2013
WDSU-TV  2010 - 2013

Skills
Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Multimedia, Facebook, New Media, Breaking News, Video Production, Avid, Adobe Audition, Sports Writing, WordPress, Television, Creative Writing, Tumblr, Avid Newscutter, YouTube, Advertising, Audio Editing, Final Cut Pro, Digital Media, ENPS, News Writing, Non-linear Editing, Broadcast, Radio, Storytelling, AP Style, Videography, Broadcast Television

Education
Xavier University of Louisiana   2007 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies

Morehouse College   2008 — 2008
Mass Communication/Media Studies

St. Augustine New Orleans   2003 — 2007
High School

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

Experience
RTT Enterprises LLC   March 2011 - Present
Indepedent Producer   2003 - Present
ARISE TV  2014 - Present
A+E Networks  2008 - 2015
Black Entertainment Television  August 2005 - June 2007
CNBC  January 2007 - February 2007
Producers Guild of America  2004 - 2006
E! Networks  1993 - 2005
Black Entertainment Television  2002 - 2003
National Association of Black Journalists   1995 - 1998

Education
FastTrac New Ventures

FastTrac New Ventures

Fisk University
B.A.

Philadelphia High School for Girls

Springside School, Philadelphia

Experience
WGEM-TV  August 2014 - Present
Spotlight Network (SLNTV4)   September 2012 - May 2014
National Association of Black Journalists   May 2013 - April 2014
WRAL-TV  March 2014 - March 2014
National Association of Black Journalists   March 2014 - March 2014
ABC News  September 2013 - January 2014
WPXI-TV  May 2013 - August 2013
Bayer MaterialScience  March 2012 - August 2012
The Hilltop Newspaper  September 2010 - January 2012
Municipality of Monroeville Parks and Recreation Department   May 2011 - August 2011

Skills
Creative Writing, Broadcast Journalism, News Writing, Press Releases, Audio Editing, Audio Mixing, Video Production, Final Cut Pro, Pro Tools, Media Relations, Interviews, Research, Journalism, AP Style, Advertising, Editing, Broadcast, Video, Storytelling, Multimedia, Video Editing, Non-linear Editing, Avid, WordPress

Education
Howard University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communications, Journalism/Broadcast News, 3.67

Experience
Emmis Communications  February 2015 - Present
Lookstyle   October 2014 - January 2015
Northland Special Events   April 2014 - October 2014
The Duluth Playhouse  January 2014 - October 2014
Duluth News Tribune  September 2013 - September 2014
National Association of Black Journalists   July 2013 - August 2013
Lexington Herald-Leader  May 2013 - July 2013
Fazoli's Restaurant Management, LLC   September 2012 - May 2013
Kentucky Gazette   August 2012 - December 2012
Wet Seal, Inc  June 2012 - August 2012

Skills
Microsoft Office, InDesign, Social Media, Interviews, Writing, WordPress, Customer Service, Sales, Storytelling, Journalism, Time Management, Radio, Video, Blogging, Broadcast, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Multimedia, Event Management, Social Networking, Feature Articles

Education
Kentucky State University   2009 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Mass communications and Journalism, 3.5 GPA

Cardinal Ritter High School   2005 — 2009
Diploma, Core 40

Experience
Online News Association  June 2011 - Present
WimmzMedia   September 2008 - December 2014
University of the District of Columbia  January 2011 - January 2013
National Association of Black Journalists   December 2006 - January 2013
Radio-Television News Directors Foundation   February 2005 - January 2007
United Way of Central Indiana  May 2003 - January 2005

Skills
Editing, Social Media, Blogging, Public Relations, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Journalism, Media Relations, Copy Editing, Event Planning, Newsletters, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Ap Style, Strategic Communications, Facebook

Education
Ball State University   1998 — 2003
Bachelor of Science, Journalism

Broad Ripple

Experience
The Detroit News  February 2009 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   1978 - 2015
The Detroit News  February 2007 - February 2009
Newsday Media Group  January 1997 - February 2007
Hofstra University  2004 - 2007
The New York Times  February 1995 - January 1997
Newsday Media Group  February 1990 - January 1995
USA TODAY  February 1988 - January 1990
The Detroit News  February 1987 - January 1988
St. Paul Pioneer Press and St. Paul Dispatch   February 1980 - January 1987

Skills
Journalism, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Editorial, Blogging, News Writing, Storytelling, Social Media, AP Style, Magazines, Writing, Web Content, Press Releases

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   1976 — 1977
Marketing

Boston University   1974 — 1976
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism

Massachusetts Institute of Technology   1970 — 1972
Humanities and Sciences

Mitchell High School, Memphis, Tenn.   1966 — 1970

Experience
Marquette University  July 2013 - Present
Diederich College of Communication, Marquette University   January 2010 - Present
Aim High Media   March 2009 - Present
Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission  August 2009 - April 2010
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation  May 2007 - February 2009
Newsday  February 2000 - May 2007
National Association of Black Journalists   August 2003 - August 2005
UNITY: Journalists of Color, Inc.   2003 - 2005
The Philadelphia Inquirer  June 1993 - January 2000
The Virginian-Pilot  1990 - 1993

Skills
Newspapers, Blogging, Press Releases, Media Relations, Journalism, Storytelling, Editing, Social Media, Nonprofits, Public Relations, Leadership, Non-profits, News Writing, Newsletters, Public Speaking, Newspaper, Tumblr, Copy Editing, Research, Video, AP Style, Multimedia, Social Networking, Editorial, Publishing, Community Outreach, Breaking News, Strategic Communications, Publications, Management, Feature Articles

Education
Marquette University   2010 — 2014
Master of Arts (MA), Mass Communication

Marquette University   2010 — 2012
Graduate Certificate, Digital Storytelling

Sessions.edu   2002 — 2007

Marquette University   1980 — 1984
B.A., Journalism

Experience
The Washington Post  June 2015 - August 2015
LSUreveille.com   August 2014 - May 2015
Association of Black Communicators   May 2013 - May 2015
NBC News  June 2014 - August 2014
National Association of Black Journalists   June 2014 - August 2014
The Daily Reveille  December 2013 - May 2014
Manship News Service   August 2013 - May 2014
Association of Black Communicators   July 2013 - May 2014
NABJ  2012 - 2014
The Daily Reveille  January 2013 - December 2013

Skills
Writing Skills, Digital Journalism, Blogging, Meet Deadlines, Ap Style, Content Writing, Tutoring, Editing, Social Media Marketing, AP Style, Journalism, Web Content, Publishing, Newspapers, Press Releases, Storytelling, Facebook, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, Copy Editing, Editorial, Breaking News, Multimedia, Fact-checking, News Writing, InCopy, Investigative Reporting, Social Media, Web Content Management, Writing

Education
Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College   2012 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Journalism

Centenary College of Louisiana   2010 — 2011

Experience
The Boston Foundation  March 2015 - Present
Cards in Color   June 2013 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   1998 - Present
The Boston Globe  July 2011 - February 2015
The Miami Herald  October 2005 - June 2011
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel  1998 - 2005

Skills
Newspaper, Editing, Content Development, Breaking News, Ap Style, Journalism, News Writing, Feature Articles, Pop Culture, Headline Writing, Online Journalism, Editorial, Blogging, Investigative Reporting, Web Content, Blogger, Copy Editing, Fact-checking, Interviews, Radio, Computer-assisted..., Broadcast Journalism, Videography, Content Management, Broadcast, Video Editing, Audacity, Press Releases, Newsletters, New Media, Multimedia, Magazines, Social Media, Publications, Newspapers, Politics, Publishing, Media Relations, Proofreading, Entertainment, AP Style, Publicity, Content Strategy, Facebook, Copywriting, Public Relations, Writing, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Storytelling

Education
Old Dominion University   1994 — 1998

Experience
WHP-TV  October 2014 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   2008 - Present
WNWO-TV  September 2012 - September 2014
KNDU-TV  August 2010 - August 2012
Temple University  January 2008 - May 2010
Temple Update  2009 - 2010
WTXF  2009 - 2009

Skills
ENPS, Final Cut Pro, Audacity, Avid, News Writing

Education
Temple University   2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism

Community College of Philadelphia   2005 — 2007
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Communication and Media Studies

Experience
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts  2015 - Present
Mercury  August 2014 - December 2014
The Hilltop  September 2013 - December 2014
Howard University  February 2013 - February 2014
DPG Communications   August 2013 - December 2013
Dewdrop, LLC   March 2013 - September 2013
Howard University Springfest Trunkshow   April 2013 - April 2013
Urbanista Magazine   September 2012 - March 2013
National Association of Black Journalists   January 2013 - January 2013

Skills
Public Relations, Media List Building, SWOT analysis, 8-Point Plan, Event Planning, Social Networking, Editorial Calendars, Fashion Blogging, Spanish, Microsoft Office, Promotions, Keynote, iMovie, Video Editing, Photo Editor, Public Speaking, Blogging, Press Releases, Media Relations, Publicity, Editing, Journalism, Strategic Communications

Education
Howard University   2012 — 2016
B.A, Public Relations and Spanish Minor

Experience
Belle Media, LLC   August 2013 - Present
The Crawford Austin Agency   September 2014 - Present
South Carolina State University  October 2013 - March 2015
The Nature Conservancy  June 2012 - August 2012
Taylor'd Events and Media   December 2010 - August 2012
National Association of Black Journalists   June 2012 - June 2012
Modus Bone/ Mitch Butler Music Group   December 2011 - May 2012
Williamsburg County Government   May 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Social Media Monitoring, Social Networking, Professional Networking, Communications Planning, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Non-profits, Organizing, Public Relations, Teamwork, Team Building, Youth Work, Education, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Editing, Social Media

Education
Claflin University   2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communications (Public Relations)

Experience
Hollywood Casino  June 2015 - September 2015
The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium  May 2011 - May 2015
Brightside PR   January 2014 - May 2014
Collingwood Arts Center   September 2013 - May 2014
Bowling Green State University  August 2013 - May 2014
National Council of Negro Women  August 2013 - May 2014
National Association of Black Journalists   January 2012 - May 2012

Skills
Press Releases, Social Networking, Media Relations, Blogging, Public Relations, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Publicity, Editing, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Event Planning, Facebook, Public Speaking

Education
Bowling Green State University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Public Relations/Marketing

Experience
National Association of Black Journalists   June 2014 - Present
Desbuild Inc.   June 2013 - August 2013
Action for Bridgeport Community Development, Inc.   June 2012 - August 2012
Harden & Pinckney, PLLC   January 2012 - May 2012
Mayor Adrien Fenty Campaign   August 2010 - September 2010

Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Switchboard Operator, Outlook, Adobe Professional, Membership Management, Volunteering, Tutoring, Youth Mentoring

Education
Howard University   2010 — 2014
Political Science and Government

Howard University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Political Science

Experience
The Gainesville Sun  August 2008 - May 2011
National Association of Black Journalists   2006 - 2010
The South Florida Times (formerly The Broward Times)   April 2007 - June 2007

Education
University of Florida   2007 — 2011
Journalism

Experience
Foundation for the National Archives  March 2006 - Present
Columbia University  October 2006 - Present
Author  May 1989 - Present
Schlesinger Library at the Radcliffe Institute at Harvard   2011 - Present
Woodlawn Conservancy (formerly Friends of Woodlawn Cemetery)   2006 - Present
Madam Walker/A'Lelia Walker Family Archives   January 1970 - Present
Spark Camp   June 2014 - June 2014
Yaddo  February 2012 - March 2012
Madam Walker Theatre Center   1996 - 2012
National Association of Black Journalists   1979 - 2011

Skills
public speaking, non-profit board..., Non-profits, Television, Journalism, Writing, Social Media, Speech Writing, Social Media Marketing, Non-profit Board..., Public Speaking, Editing, Blogging, Media Relations, Publications, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, News Writing, Broadcast, Creative Writing, New Media, Editorial, Copy Editing, Video Production, Web Content, Newsletters, Copywriting, Radio, Newspapers, Publishing, Books, Public Relations, Magazines, Proofreading

Education
Harvard University
A.B.

Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism
MSJ, Journalism

Experience
Progressive Arts Alliance  July 2015 - Present
Independent Video Consultant   June 2009 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   November 2012 - July 2015
Progressive Arts Alliance  June 2013 - January 2015
Global Prairie  June 2012 - August 2012
Liggett Stashower  April 2011 - July 2011
Pinpoint Media  July 2009 - July 2010

Skills
Videography, Graphic Design, Editing, Animation, Music, Photography, Film, Cinematography, Creative Direction, Video Editing, Film Production, Public Relations

Education
Syracuse University   2011 — 2015
Information Management & Technology (BS)

Orange High School   2009 — 2011

Experience
NYS Office of Children and Family Services  September 2013 - Present
Bronx Civil Court  September 2012 - April 2013
Lawyers for Children  June 2012 - August 2012
Cabrini Green Legal Aid  June 2011 - August 2011
Professor Nina Chernoff, New York University School of Law   June 2011 - August 2011
Skadden Arps  May 2010 - August 2010
Hampton University  September 2008 - May 2010
Sunshine Sachs West   June 2009 - August 2009
Ziffren Brittenham LLP  June 2009 - August 2009
National Association of Black Journalists   May 2008 - July 2008

Education
New York University School of Law   2010 — 2013
JD

Hampton University   2006 — 2010
BA, Communications

Experience
National Association of Black Journalists   May 2011 - Present
Providence Hospital- Model Cities Wellness Center   May 2011 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   October 2009 - April 2011
GSA National Capitol Region   July 2010 - August 2010
Hampton University Script   September 2009 - April 2010
AARP Research Information Center   June 2008 - August 2008
Gifted Academy   October 2007 - June 2008

Education
Hampton University   2008 — 2012
Seeking a BA in Public Relations, Public Relations

Benjamin Banneker Academic Senior High School   2004 — 2008
High School Diploma

Experience
CNN  September 2013 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   August 2011 - August 2013
KTLA-TV  June 2005 - August 2013
National Association of Black Journalists   February 2010 - August 2011
California State University, Long Beach  September 2007 - June 2011
E! News  April 2007 - July 2008
CBS2/KCAL9  June 2005 - August 2006
AISI Fox Studios   2006 - 2006
WVTM-TV NBC-13-Birmingham, AL   January 2002 - March 2005
WTVJ-TV NBC6-Miami   October 1998 - December 2001

Skills
Journalism, News Writing, Broadcast, Breaking News, Storytelling, Editing, Broadcast Journalism, New Media, Media Relations, Television, Video Production, ENPS

Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism   1991 — 1992
M.S., Journalism

University of California, Berkeley   1986 — 1990
B.A., Spanish

Experience
MBTA  June 2015 - Present
Freelance  August 2007 - Present
The Duluth News Tribune   August 2013 - February 2015
National Association of Black Journalists   1991 - 2015
Northwest Vista College  August 2012 - August 2013
New England High School Journalism Collaborative   1994 - 2013
Northside ISD  August 2010 - July 2012
The Texas Observer  2008 - 2011
Trinity University  August 2008 - May 2009
San Francisco Chronicle  1997 - 2007

Skills
Journalism, Storytelling, Newspapers, News Writing, Writing, Copy Editing, Editing, Newspaper, AP Style, Editorial, Multimedia, Breaking News, Photojournalism, Content Development, Digital Journalism, Print, Web Content, Headline Writing, Proofreading, Creative Writing, Publishing, Freelance Writing, Online Journalism, Pop Culture, Investigative Reporting, Non-fiction, New Media, Ghostwriting, Newsletters, Copywriting, Public Relations, Writing Skills, Fact-checking, Publicity, Media Relations, Content Creation, Wordpress, Feature Articles, Literature, Photo Editing, Business Journalism, Interviewing, Magazine Writing, Website Copy, Rewriting, Web Editing, Multimedia Journalism, Press Releases, Technical Writing

Education
Trinity University   2009 — 2010
Masters Degree, Teaching/Education, Certified in English, Journalism, Speech

Howard University   1986 — 1990
BA, Journalism

New England High School Journalism Collaborative

New England High School Journalism Collaborative

New England High School Journalism Collaborative

New England High School Journalism Collaborative

New England High School Journalism Collaborative

Experience
The Philadelphia Inquirer  Editorial WriterPHILADELPHIA NEWSPAPERS/PHILLY.COM2008 - Present
PABJ   2003 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   1992 - Present
NABJ  1992 - Present
NABJ Board Member   2003 - 2007
Associated Press  1986 - 2000
Courier-Post  1984 - 1986

Education
Rowan University   1980 — 1984

Bordentown Regional High School   1976 — 1980

Experience
WABC  September 2014 - Present
WKYC-TV  April 2013 - September 2014
WTAE  January 2013 - March 2013
National Association of Black Journalists   2011 - 2013
WSYX  December 2010 - December 2012
New Pittsburgh Courier  2012 - 2012
WMBF News  April 2008 - November 2010
ESPN  January 2006 - December 2007

Skills
Broadcast Journalism, Avid, ENPS, Breaking News, Broadcast, Editing, Videography, AP Style, Video, Producing, Video Production, News Writing, Camera, Television, Social Media, Journalism, Storytelling, New Media, Broadcast Television, Final Cut Pro, Video Editing, Multimedia, Feature Articles, Radio Broadcasting, Newspapers, Media Relations

Education
Howard University   2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Broadcast Journalism, 3.6

Oakland Catholic   1997 — 2001

Experience
CBS Interactive  August 2014 - Present
New York Chapter - NC A&T Alumni Association   July 2013 - Present
Al Jazeera Media Network  April 2013 - August 2014
The Wall Street Journal  August 2012 - April 2013
NBC  June 2011 - June 2012
NBC  January 2011 - May 2011
National Association of Black Journalists   July 2010 - August 2010
USA TODAY  June 2010 - August 2010
The Poynter Institute  May 2010 - June 2010
North Carolina A&T State University  May 2009 - May 2010

Skills
Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, InDesign, Twitter, Facebook, Keynote, Mac OS X, Avid, iNews, WordPress, Journalism, News Writing, AP Style, Social Media, Press Releases, Blogging, Copy Editing, Editing, Editorial, Magazines, Media Relations, Multimedia, OS X, Storytelling, Video

Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism   2010 — 2011
MS, Digital Media

The Poynter Institute   2010 — 2010
Certificate, Journalism

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University   2006 — 2010
BS, Journalism & Mass Communications - Print

Experience
#MakerBizChat on Instagram   April 2015 - Present
Indie Business Network   January 2000 - Present
North Carolina Natural Products Association   October 2013 - Present
Mocha Moms, Inc.   September 2006 - Present
Indie Business Podcast   October 2005 - Present
Small Biz Trends   February 2011 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   October 2013 - October 2014
Owner Magazine   October 2013 - August 2014
City Startup L Labs   December 2013 - June 2014
WIXE 1190 AM, serving Union County (and surrounding areas), North Carolina   September 2013 - November 2013

Skills
Business Counseling, Keynote Speaking, Published Author, Membership Services, Podcasting, Mentoring, Business Strategy, Small Business, Entrepreneurship, Leadership Development, Personal Development, Legislative Advocacy, Regulatory Affairs, Social Media, Motivation, Traning, Leadership, Public Speaking, Coaching, Social Media Marketing, Small Business Online..., Business Planning, Blogging, Web Marketing, Small Business Marketing, Group Coaching, Cosmetics, Training, Beauty Industry, Business Development, Social Networking, Sales, Online Marketing, Business, Blog Marketing, Marketing, Motivational Speaking, Publishing, Public Relations, Nonprofits, New Business Development, Lifestyle, Content Marketing, Interviews, Brand Development, Start-ups, Journalism, Consulting, Content Strategy, Networking

Education
The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law   1983 — 1986
Juris Doctor, Telecommunications and New Technologies

University of South Carolina-Columbia   1980 — 1983
Bachelor of Arts, Broadcast Journalism and Public Relations

Experience
ARC CONNECTIONS, INC   February 2013 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   April 2012 - Present
Weaver Academy   May 2012 - June 2013
ESPN-ESPNU COLLEGE SPORTS   September 2012 - January 2013
The ABA Carolina Cheetahs Male Basketball Team   September 2011 - March 2012
North Carolina A&T State University  November 2011 - February 2012

Skills
Television Production..., AVID Videographer, FINAL CUT Videographer, Studio Lighting..., Air/Field Reporter, Web Designer, Screenplay Writer, Screenwriting, Avid, Research, Editing, Public Relations, Journalism, Storytelling, Marketing

Education
Howard University   2013 — 2013
NABEF MEDIA SALES INSTITUTE, Certificate of Official Sales Professional

North Carolina A&T State University   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science in Journalism and Mass Communication

Experience
Everlast Worldwide  November 2014 - Present
TV  December 2012 - Present
Saatchi & Saatchi  June 2013 - July 2014
Discovery Creative   May 2012 - November 2012
Social Media Link  December 2011 - April 2012
National Association of Black Journalists   August 2011 - August 2011
The New York Times  June 2011 - August 2011
The Mill  January 2011 - June 2011
SCAD Graphic Design Department   November 2009 - February 2010

Skills
Layout, Motion Graphics, Adobe Creative Suite, Multimedia, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, After Effects, Typography, Graphic Design, Illustration, User Interface Design, Photography, Animation, Compositing, User Experience, Graphics, Logo Design, Video Editing

Education
Savannah College of Art and Design   2007 — 2010
B.F.A., Graphic Design

John Jay College of Criminal Justice   2006 — 2007

Experience
The Miami Times  March 2015 - Present
All Digitocracy   March 2015 - Present
South Florida Black Journalists Association   September 2013 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   2013 - Present
Florida International University  2012 - Present

Skills
Writing, Editing, Photojournalism, Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Interviews, Multimedia, Communication, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Profiles, Editorial Writing, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Video Editing, Interpersonal..., Facebook, Entertainment, Public Relations, Copywriting, Editorial, Digital Photography, News Writing, Social Media, Student Development, Broadcast Television, Leadership, Broadcast, Journalism, Newspapers, Press Releases

Education
Florida International University   2012 — 2016
Bachelor's Degree Candidate (2016), Arts & Communications

Broward Community College   2008 — 2012
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Communication and Media Studies

Experience
Miami Dolphins & Sun Life Stadium  January 2015 - Present
Miami Dolphins & Sun Life Stadium  June 2014 - January 2015
Miami University Communications and Marketing Depar   August 2013 - May 2014
The Odyssey // Olympia Media Group   June 2013 - May 2014
Miami University  March 2013 - May 2014
National Association of Black Journalists   March 2013 - May 2014
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc  February 2012 - May 2014
TV20 Cleveland   December 2013 - January 2014
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.   April 2012 - May 2013
National Pan-Hellenic Council  April 2012 - May 2012

Skills
Leadership, Social Media, Management, Facebook, Training, Sports, Newsletters, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Blogging, Volunteer Management, Public Relations

Education
Miami University   2010 — 2014

Miami University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science, Sports Studies and Journalism

Experience
Hyatt Regency Washington D.C. on Capitol Hill   January 2015 - Present
Capitol Romance LLC   June 2014 - Present
TLJ & Associates Real Estate Co   June 2014 - January 2015
Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium   January 2014 - May 2014
KaBOOM!  February 2014 - March 2014
SRB Communications LLC.   May 2013 - January 2014
West 10 Apartments   March 2011 - May 2013
PNC  June 2012 - August 2012
PNC  June 2011 - August 2011
National Association of Black Journalists   May 2010 - December 2010

Skills
Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Social Media, Microsoft Word, Leadership, Event Management, Training, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Marketing, Sales, Research, Event Planning, Market Research

Education
The George Washington University   2013 — 2015
Event Management Certification, Meeting and Event Planning

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University   2009 — 2013
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration, Magna cum Laude

Experience
Scoremore  October 2012 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   December 2013 - January 2015
National Association of Black Journalists   January 2014 - December 2014
KSHU-TV Channel 7 News   August 2013 - May 2014
KSHU-FM Radio   January 2012 - May 2013

Skills
Editing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Writing, Event Planning, Social Networking

Education
Sam Houston State University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Mass Communication/Media Studies

Experience
AdZou  August 2015 - Present
University of Missouri  June 2015 - Present
University of Missouri  June 2014 - July 2015
National Association of Black Journalists   May 2014 - May 2015
Axia Public Relations  June 2014 - August 2014
MUTV  August 2013 - January 2014
National Association of Black Journalists   2013 - 2014
The Daily Free Press  August 2012 - January 2013
The Terrapin Times   August 2011 - May 2012

Skills
Final Cut Pro, Broadcast Journalism, Video Editing, Journalism, Broadcast, News Writing, Social Media, Radio Broadcasting, Avid, Editing, Facebook, Video, Audio Editing, Public Speaking, Publications, Social Networking, Public Relations, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word

Education
University of Missouri-Columbia   2013 — 2016
Bachelor of Journalism, Strategic Communication

Boston University   2012 — 2013
Bachelor's Degree, Communications

Tampa Preparatory School   2010 — 2012

Experience
MaverickHill   April 2014 - Present
Taylar Barrington Creative Agency   April 2006 - Present
DeKalb County School District  August 2012 - May 2014
InSpire Magazine  August 2008 - December 2012
PAOwer Team Consulting   June 2011 - November 2012
Gannett Design Studio  June 2011 - June 2012
Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation  January 2011 - June 2011
Journey Magazine  August 2009 - April 2011
National Association of Black Journalists   July 2010 - August 2010
New York Times Student Journalism Institute  May 2010 - May 2010

Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Multimedia, Photography, Layout, Journalism, Newspaper, Magazines, Dreamweaver, InDesign, Web Design, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Illustrator, Social Media, Facebook, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Videography, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, QuarkXPress, Newsletters, PowerPoint, Word, Mac OS X, Public Speaking, Web Development, Logo Design, Marketing Strategy, Digital Media, Brand Development, Publishing, Newspapers, Editing, Adobe Acrobat, OS X, Illustration, Advertising, Graphics, Storytelling, Microsoft Word

Education
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University   2014 — 2016
Masters of Business Administration, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Graphic Communication

Experience
National Association of Black Journalists   May 2014 - Present
Regatta  January 2014 - September 2014
The Campus Citizen   August 2013 - August 2014

Skills
Journalism, Social Media, Storytelling, Public Relations, Video, Publications, Event Management, Public Speaking, Interviews, Research, Press Releases, Sound

Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis   2012 — 2016
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism

Thea Bowman Leadership Academy High School   2008 — 2012

Experience
National Association of Black Journalists   January 2015 - Present
O&P Business News - SLACK Incorporated   February 2014 - Present
Elite Daily  January 2014 - Present
MayoSeitz Media  July 2012 - September 2013
MASCO COMUNICATIONS   February 2012 - June 2012
DIAMOND EDGE COMMUNICATIONS (DEC)   August 2011 - May 2012
NATIONAL STUDENT ADVERTISING COMPETITION (NSAC)   September 2010 - May 2012
Temple Times   September 2010 - May 2012
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY ADVERTISING CLUB   August 2007 - May 2012
CTM MEDIA GROUP  June 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Social Media, Advertising, Public Relations, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Multimedia, Social Networking, Journalism, Online Journalism, Film Production, Fact-checking, Press Releases, Digital Media, Creative Writing, Copywriting, Event Planning, Event Management, Creative Direction, Facebook, Tumblr, Adobe Creative Suite, Online Advertising, Market Research, Marketing Communications, Video, Broadcast

Education
Temple University   2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communications

Experience
National Association of Black Journalists   August 2015 - August 2015
Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay   May 2015 - August 2015
Cumulus Broadcasting  August 2014 - January 2015
University of Kentucky Black Student Union   August 2013 - May 2014
CATalyst Coalition   January 2012 - May 2014
YMCA of Greater Louisville  May 2013 - August 2013
Walt Disney World  August 2012 - January 2013

Skills
Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Twitter, HootSuite, Instagram, Event Planning, Facebook, Public Relations, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Fundraising, Communication, Media & Entertainment, Event Management, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, Social Networking, Production Managment

Education
University of Kentucky   2011 — 2015
BA, Integrated Strategic Communications w/ a concentration in Public Relations

Experience
News Service of Florida  June 2015 - Present
National Association of Broadcasters  May 2015 - May 2015
FAMU TV 20 News   January 2015 - April 2015
National Association of Black Journalists   September 2014 - September 2014
Franchise Sports  January 2013 - May 2013

Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Management, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Research, Project Management, Leadership, Editing, Event Planning, Social Media, Blogging, Social Networking, Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Video Production, Video Editing, Broadcast Television, Reporting & Analysis, Creativity Skills

Education
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University   2013 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, Broadcast Journalism

Experience
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.   November 2013 - Present
LEAPS (Learning through Experience, Action, Partnership and Service)   May 2015 - Present
The Tab  August 2015 - Present
America Reads America Counts  January 2013 - Present
Sonke Gender Justice Network  May 2015 - July 2015
The Chronicle (Duke University)   September 2012 - May 2015
National Association of Black Journalists   2015 - 2015
Forward NC, Senator Kay Hagan's Campaign   August 2014 - November 2014
NBCUniversal, Inc.   May 2014 - August 2014
John Locke Foundation  January 2014 - April 2014

Skills
Public Speaking, Editing, Social Media, Nonprofits, Research, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Workshop Facilitation, Focus Groups, AP Style, Spanish, Event Planning, Public Policy, Data Analysis

Education
Duke University   2012 — 2016
Public Policy

Horace Mann   1999 — 2012

Experience
A Pea in the Pod  December 2012 - Present
The Daily 411   January 2014 - Present
Flint Hill School  June 2015 - July 2015
National Association of Black Journalists   January 2015 - May 2015
The Black Voice   January 2015 - May 2015
The Daily Orange  August 2013 - May 2015
National Association of Black Journalists   August 2013 - May 2015
The Student Voice  August 2013 - May 2014
TheNewsHouse.com  August 2013 - May 2014
Syracuse University  August 2012 - August 2013

Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, InDesign, Photoshop, Publisher 2007, Microsoft Word, iMovie, Facebook, Blogging, Journalism, Research, Feature Articles, Editorial

Education
Syracuse University   2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English and Textual Studies, 3.131

Syracuse University   2014 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Study Abroad Fall 2014, London, 3.333

Flint Hill School   2007 — 2011

Experience
Groupon  May 2014 - Present
NORC  April 2013 - March 2014
Imerman Angels  April 2013 - August 2013
SRB Communications LLC.   August 2012 - November 2012
National Association of Black Journalists   April 2012 - August 2012
Obama for America  September 2011 - December 2011
WEAA 88.9 FM  January 2010 - October 2011
CBS Radio  May 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Public Relations, Social Networking, Community Development, Public Relations Skills, Marketing Event Planning, Social Media..., Event Producing, Radio Promotions, Salesforce.com, Community Outreach, Newsletters

Education
Morgan State University   2008 — 2012
Bachelor's of Science, Telecommunications focus in Public Relations

Bowie High School   2003 — 2006
High School Diploma, Gen. Education

Experience
National Association of Black Journalists   July 2014 - Present
Ellerbe Creek Watershed Association  May 2014 - Present
The Nature Conservancy  June 2013 - August 2013
The Nature Conservancy  January 2013 - June 2013
Peace Corps  October 2012 - May 2013
The Nashville Connection   April 2012 - July 2012
Encore Nationwide  December 2011 - January 2012

Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Teamwork, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Hospitality, Team Building

Education
Georgetown University
Public Relations and Corporate Communications Master's Candidate

Claflin University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts candidate, Mass Communication with Public Relations Concentration,, 3.7

Universidad Veritas   2013 — 2013
Competed a 17 week study abroad program in San Jose, Costa Rica

Experience
NBC News  August 2015 - Present
NBC News  December 2013 - August 2015
NBC News  September 2013 - December 2013
NBC News  September 2012 - August 2013
WOUB-TV  March 2012 - June 2012
Ohio University  September 2009 - June 2012
National Association of Black Journalists   March 2012 - March 2012
NBC News  January 2012 - March 2012
WBNS-TV  November 2011 - December 2011
WOUB-TV  March 2011 - November 2011

Skills
Live Television..., Video Production, Camera Operation, Video Editing, News Writing, Research, Interviewing, Blogging, Social Media, Team Leadership, Public Speaking, Photoshop, Wordpress, HTML

Education
Ohio University   2008 — 2012
Bachelors, Broadcast Journalism, Cum Laude

Experience
NJB PR & MEDIA   May 2015 - Present
Epitome of Soul   June 2012 - Present
CloudPeeps  July 2015 - Present
CloudPeeps  April 2014 - Present
Syracuse University  May 2014 - July 2014
National Association of Black Journalists   July 2013 - August 2013
NYU Wasserman Center for Career Development  May 2012 - May 2013
Comedy Central  September 2012 - December 2012

Skills
Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Public Relations, Social Networking, Event Planning, Strategic Communications, Community Development, Online Marketing, Facebook, Integrated Marketing, Event Management, Integrated Marketing..., Corporate Communications, Newsletters, Internal Communications, Media Relations, Copy Editing, Communications Planning, Message Development, Organizational..., Blogging

Education
New York University   2012 — 2013
Master of Science (M.S.), Public Relations and Corporate Communication

Syracuse University   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and African American Studies, Public Communication Studies Minor

Experience
Entercom  September 2015 - Present
Cumulus Media  December 2014 - September 2015
Entercom  August 2013 - May 2014
North Carolina A&T State University  August 2011 - May 2014
Jarrett Creative Group  May 2013 - July 2013
IRTS Foundation  March 2013 - March 2013
National Association of Black Journalists   March 2013 - March 2013
WNAA 90.1 FM  August 2011 - January 2013
BET NETWORKS  November 2012 - November 2012
The Laughing Box Network   March 2012 - August 2012

Skills
Final Cut Pro, Broadcast Journalism, Video Editing, Video Production, Journalism, Broadcast, News Writing, Adobe Audition, Radio Broadcasting, Social Media, Avid, Editing, Hosting, Film Production, Radio Producing, Television Producing, Television Studio...

Education
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Broadcast Journalism

Experience
GEICO  October 2012 - Present
Bozzuto  April 2013 - December 2014
Buckingham Companies  April 2012 - October 2012
Bose Public Affairs Group  December 2010 - March 2012
Internships.com  October 2010 - January 2011
Indiana University Alumni Association  January 2009 - December 2010
National Association of Black Journalists   May 2010 - August 2010
Indiana Daily Student  2006 - 2009
City of Gary, Indiana Common Council   2008 - 2008

Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, Research, Event Management, Journalism, Real Estate, Advertising, Marketing, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Market Research, Social Networking, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Facebook, Microsoft Office

Education
University of Maryland College Park   2014 — 2016
Master’s Degree, City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning

F.C. Tucker School of Real Estate   2011 — 2011

Indiana University Bloomington   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism, African-American/African Diaspora Studies and Latino Studies

Experience
Communications Association   May 2014 - May 2015
National Association of Black Journalists   May 2014 - May 2015
Levine Communications Office  June 2013 - August 2013
College of the Canyons  August 2007 - June 2009
College of the Canyons  August 2007 - June 2009
The Magazine of Santa Clarita   January 2008 - June 2008

Education
California State University-Northridge   2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies

Experience
Doctor George Washington Carver Academy of Mathematics and Science   July 2015 - Present
Milwaukee Math and Science Academy   January 2015 - May 2015
O'Brien Fellowship in Public Service Journalism   August 2014 - December 2014
Chalkbeat  June 2014 - August 2014
Milwaukee Magazine  January 2014 - May 2014
O'Brien Fellowship in Public Service Journalism   August 2013 - May 2014
National Association of Black Journalists - Marquette University   May 2013 - May 2014
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel  September 2013 - January 2014
National Association of Black Journalists   July 2013 - August 2013
Urban Milwaukee, Inc.   May 2013 - August 2013

Skills
InDesign, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Final Cut Pro X, News Writing, Copy Editing, Audio Editing, Ap Style, Digital Journalism, AP Style, Final Cut Pro, Facebook, Editing, Newspapers, Storytelling, Writing, Journalism

Education
Cardinal Stritch University   2015 — 2017
Master's in Urban Special Education, Education/Teaching of Individuals with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders

Marquette University   2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism

Rufus King High School   2007 — 2011
High School Diploma

Experience
Delaware State University  September 2013 - Present
New Castle County Government  June 2014 - April 2015
WDSU-TV Station   November 2011 - May 2014
National Association of Black Journalists   2014 - 2014
WDDE - 91.1 FM  January 2013 - May 2013
WTTG, Fox 5 Sports   January 2013 - May 2013
WDSU-Radio Station   September 2011 - November 2012

Skills
Broadcast, Journalism, Video Production, Audio Editing, Adobe Audition, Final Cut Pro, Radio, Broadcast Journalism, Radio Broadcasting, Videography, Video Editing, News Writing, Voice Over, Radio Producing, Sports, Radio Host, Editing, Television, Public Speaking, Social Media, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint

Education
Delaware State University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communications, 3.38

Experience
DePaul University  February 2010 - Present
LEARN Charter School Network  2012 - 2014
LEARN Charter School Network  2012 - 2014
Unity Village  February 2008 - August 2009
National Association of Black Journalists   2007 - 2008

Skills
Video Editing, Videography, Video Production, Photography, Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, iTunes, Microsoft Office, Mac OS X, Camera Operating, Sound, OS X, Lighting, Editing

Education
DePaul University   2009 — 2012
M.S., Digital Cinema Production

University of Nevada-Las Vegas   2002 — 2007
B.S., Journalism and Media Studies

Experience
The Miami Herald Media Company  July 2013 - Present
Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism  August 2012 - May 2013
National Association of Black Journalists   June 2012 - June 2012
The Maroon Tiger   September 2009 - April 2012
Clinton Foundation  June 2011 - August 2011

Skills
Editing, Research, Social Media, Blogging, Journalism, Speech Writing, Press Releases, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Creative Writing, Feature Articles, Newspapers, Final Cut Pro, News Writing, New Media, WordPress, Multimedia, AP Style, Adobe Audition, Pro Tools, Audio Post Production, Writing, Publications

Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism   2012 — 2013
Master of Science (M.S.), Journalism, N/A

Morehouse College   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English, Journalism

Experience
Florida Players Network   August 2013 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   January 2013 - Present
SALTY Magazine   June 2013 - August 2013
Queen of Peace Catholic Academy  August 2012 - May 2013
Hippodrome Theatre  August 2012 - May 2013
Woody Bennett Foundation   2008 - 2011

Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Facebook, Event Planning, Research, Event Management, Brand Management, Storytelling, InDesign, Editing

Education
University of Florida   2010 — 2014
Major: Public Relations Minor: Communications Studies

Experience
National Association of Black Journalists   November 2013 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   March 2013 - November 2013
Pennsylvania Department of Health - Office of Health Equity   July 2011 - September 2012
Pennsylvania Department of Health - Division of Safety Inspection   January 2011 - July 2011

Skills
Editing, Blogging, Event Planning, Social Media, Public Health, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Grant Writing, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Communication, Report Writing, InDesign, Health Disparities, Office Management, Records Management, Data Analysis, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Proposal Writing, Event Management, Program Management, International Education, Health Equity, Fundraising

Education
Universitetet i Oslo (UiO)   2008 — 2010
Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.), International and Comparative Education

Loyola University of Chicago   2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Anthropology

Experience
SMG Worldwide Entertainment & Convention Venue Management  July 2012 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   July 2009 - October 2013
PRSA  2012 - 2013
The Phila. Inquirer   August 1996 - July 2012
The Washington Post  1993 - 1996
LA Daily News  1985 - 1986

Skills
Blogging, AP Style, Editing, Newspaper, Stories, Group Presentations, Public Relations, Feature Writing, Social Media, Social Networking, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Ap Style, Newspapers, Media Relations, Event Planning, Newsletters, Journalism, Marketing, Copy Editing, Magazines, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Event Management, Advertising, Internal Communications, Leadership, Editorial, Entertainment, Copywriting, Communication, Publications, Web Content, Crisis Communications, Social Media Strategist, New Media, Facebook, Content Development, Creative Writing, Publicity, Content Strategy, Publishing, Content Management, Proofreading, Corporate Communications, Breaking News, Speech Writing, Online Journalism, Digital Media

Education
Colgate University
Bachelor's degree, English/Fine Arts

London Metropolitan University

The Poynter Institute

Experience
Private management consultancy   2009 - Present
American Nurses Association  2004 - 2008
Employee Assistance Professionals Association (EAPA)   2000 - 2004
National Association of Black Journalists   1999 - 2000

Skills
Nonprofits, Leadership, Team Building, Fundraising, Program Development, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Budget Management, Leadership Development, Project Management, Public Speaking, Policy, Association Management, Resource Optimization, Strategic Public..., Re-engineering..., Creative Problem Solving, Operations Analysis, Event Planning, Strategic Communications, Business Planning, Best Practices..., Corporate Governance, Public Relations

Education
University of Maryland College Park   1996 — 1999
Graduate Studies, Public Relations

Unversity of south florida   1991 — 1996
Bachelor's degree, Mass Communication/Media Studies

St. George's College

St. Georges College

St. Georges College

Experience
The Executive Leadership Council  February 2013 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   April 2012 - February 2013
National Black Justice Coalition  January 2011 - April 2012
Committee on Homeland Security  2009 - 2010
People For the American Way Foundation  March 2008 - September 2008
People For the American Way  August 2005 - September 2008
Tinsley Family Concessions   June 1994 - August 2005

Skills
Grassroots Organizing, Community Organizing, Public Policy, Politics, Non Profit Management, Program Management, Fundraising, Organizational..., Coalitions, Social Networking, Speech Writing, Policy, Board Development, Nonprofits, Social Media, Political Campaigns, Public Relations, Press Releases, Community Development, International..., Editing, Strategic Communications, Government, Community Outreach, Media Relations, Proposal Writing, Strategic Planning, Grants, Program Development, Grant Writing, Event Planning, Legislative Relations, Program Evaluation, International Relations, Grassroots

Education
Florida State University   1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Experience
Houston Chronicle  2006 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   2011 - 2015
National Association of Black Journalists   2007 - 2011

Skills
Editing, Politics, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Content Management, Headline Writing, Magazines, Feature Articles

Education
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science, Journalism

Experience
The OpEd Project  September 2013 - Present
The Washington Post  December 2011 - Present
TheGrio.com  June 2012 - Present
WCCB Charlotte  April 2009 - Present
The Root.com   2008 - Present
Creative Loafing  November 2008 - Present
Journalism and Women's Symposium (JAWS)   January 2008 - Present
National Public Radio  2007 - Present
NABJ  1984 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   1984 - Present

Skills
Editing, Blogging, Writing, Pop Culture, Newspaper, Copy Editing, Creative Writing, Public Speaking, New Media, Multimedia, Newsletters, Interviewing, Proofreading, News Writing, Publications, Voice Over, Editorial, Magazines, Journalism, Broadcast, Storytelling, AP Style, Politics, Commentary, Newspapers, Headline Writing, Deductive Reasoning, Fundraising, Social Networking, Media Relations, Interviews, Content Strategy, Speech Writing, Feature Articles, Digital Media, Innovation, Web Content, Television, Entertainment, Publicity, Radio, Online Journalism, Breaking News, Copywriting, Broadcast Journalism, Press Releases, Public Relations, Fact-checking, Content Management, Publishing

Education
Harvard University   2005 — 2006
Nieman, Journalism

Fordham University
BA, Communications

Seton High School

Experience
University of Washington  August 2014 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   2008 - Present
Children's Administration, Wash. State DSHS   January 2007 - Present
Jamerika Haynes   January 2007 - Present
YMCA  October 2012 - January 2015
The Press Enterprise  August 2011 - January 2012
KLEW TV  May 2010 - July 2010
Cable 8 Productions  January 2010 - May 2010
Washington State University  January 2010 - May 2010
Washington State University  2008 - 2010

Skills
Research, Creative Direction, Microsoft Office, Journalism, Content Management, Public Speaking, Editing, Media Source, Avid, Facebook, Broadcast, Final Cut Pro, Voice Over, Avid Newscutter, Graphic Design, Studio Lighting

Education
University of Washington   2014 — 2015
Certificate, Public Relations and Strategic Communications

Washington State University   2008 — 2010
B.A. in Communication, Broadcast News and Production, minor in Sociology

Tacoma Community College   2006 — 2008
Associate in Arts and Sciences, Journalism

Gridley High School
Diploma

Experience
NPR  August 2014 - Present
NPR  August 2010 - June 2013
NPR  June 2010 - August 2010
Rockville Channel 11   March 2010 - May 2010
WPFW 89.3   January 2010 - May 2010
WAMU 88.5  September 2009 - December 2009
National Association of Black Journalists   June 2009 - August 2009
StoryCorps  January 2009 - May 2009
Air America Media  September 2007 - December 2007

Skills
Editing, Digital Audio Editing, Broadcast, Radio Production, Journalism, Storytelling, Social Media, Radio, Video, Adobe Audition, Editorial, Audio Editing, News Writing, Multimedia, Breaking News, Final Cut Pro, Video Production

Education
New York University   2005 — 2009
B.A., Broadcast Journalism, Linguistic Anthropology

Experience
Tampa Bay Times - Times Publishing Co  May 2015 - Present
youTHink  October 2014 - March 2015
Marwen  January 2012 - August 2014
National Association of Black Journalists   July 2014 - July 2014
The Chicago Reporter  August 2013 - June 2014
Sixty Inches From Center   November 2011 - July 2013
Street Level Youth Media  September 2012 - May 2013
Step Up Women's Network  January 2011 - December 2012

Skills
Photoshop, Lightroom, Final Cut Pro, Adobe - Premiere, Canon DSLR, Reaper, Documentaries, Art, Editing, Multimedia, Storytelling, Blogging, Video, Journalism, Photography, Nonprofits, Photojournalism

Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill   2015 — 2017
Visual Communication

Columbia College Chicago
B.A. Photography. Photojournalism Concentration, 3.8 GPA

University of Illinois at Chicago   2005 — 2007
Theatre Performance

Experience
The Daily Record  2005 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists   2000 - 2005
Dundalk Eagle   1998 - 2000

Education
The Johns Hopkins University   1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Journalism, Journalism