“Dependable. ambitious, and an excellent collaborator” - Mikayla Blair (Vedder)

“Able to mold to what is required and always strives to fulfill every client’s and project’s needs” - Rob Duncan (Beaver Building Material)

What I’ve Done, and Where I’ve Been

Education

Strategic Communications Ma - Rollins College

August 2024 - Present

English BA - University of Central Florida

Graduated May 2023

3.7 GPA, Tau Sigma Honor Society, Dean’s List 2020-2023

Professional Experience

October 2024 - Present

  • Produced and edited content for digital publications to enhance audience engagement and promote local news coverage.

  • Conducted research and developed communication strategies to support community outreach and strengthen the publication’s brand presence.

Strategic Communications Intern - The Apopka Voice

Affiliate Marketing Manager Intern - What If Media Group

August 2024 - November 2024

  • Developed and implemented affiliate marketing strategies to drive traffic, increase conversions, and optimize campaign performance.

  • Collaborated with partners and influencers to expand audience reach, strengthen brand visibility, and track performance metrics through analytical tools.

Content Writer Intern - Vedder/Geogrit

July 2024 - October 2024

  • Develop SEO-focused content that enhances brand visibility and drives traffic to the company's website.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align content with business goals, fostering better internal communication and efficiency.

October 2021 - August 2024

  • Managed customer relationships and achieved monthly sales averages of $100,000, reaching individual sales of up to $50,000.

  • Collaborated with management to streamline sales processes and improve customer satisfaction by optimizing internal communication.

  • Supported product development and provided feedback to leadership regarding market trends and customer needs.

  • Strengthened problem-solving abilities by resolving customer issues and aligning sales strategies with organizational goals.

Project Coordinator/Sales Representative - Beaver Building Materials

Extra Curriculum/Personal Projects

September 2022 - August 2024

  • Organized and promoted events for the local punk/metal/hardcore scene, enhancing visibility of local talent and venues.

  • Developed strong communication and negotiation skills through coordinating with venues, artists, and media outlets.

  • Fosered community building and created marketing strategies that increased event attendance and audience engagement.

Promoter - Ignorant Exposure

Editor - Cypress Dome Literary Society

August 2022 - May 2023

  • Managed the editorial process for the bi-yearly literary journal, ensuring clear communication between contributors and editors.

  • Worked closely with writers to develop content, refine submissions, and align them with journal themes.

  • Helped increase readership by improving the journal’s overall quality and internal team collaboration.

August 2019 - May 2020

  • Led a team of writers and editors to produce high quality content on tight deadlines, improving editorial work flowsand co,,umication among staff.

  • Coordinated article assignments and managed the publication schedule, ensuring alignment with the newspaper’s mission and audience needs.

  • Strengthened writing and organizational skills by editing,

    writing articles, and mentoring contributors.

Managing Editor Journalist - Seminole Scribe

Eagle Scout - Boy Scouts of America

July 2018

  • Demonstrated leadership, project management, and community service through attaining the highest rank in the Boy Scouts of America.