Lia Sewell
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Education
Mercer University, Macon GA August 2012 – Present
Candidate for Bachelor of Arts degree, May 2016
Majoring in Journalism and Law & Public Policy
Journalism Experience
Contributing Writer, Mercer Cluster August 2012 - Present
Composed and edited informational articles for the Interest and Sports sections of the college newspaper
Contributing Writer, Macon Telegraph
Interviewed and wrote article on local musical artist
Collaborated with local newspaper staff and published five-part series titled “Macon in the Mirror”
Intern, ESPN3 Fall 2014 - Present
Part of a 20 student team that self-produced and aired 33 live NCAA football games
Assisted the anchor during live football, volleyball, and softball sporting events
Intern / Staff Writer, Score Atlanta Summer 2014
Covered live sporting events (Falcons/Atlanta Dream/KSU/Mercer)
Interviewed players and coaches
Assisted with editorial projects
Provided support to management and assisted with website maintenance
Wrote articles on Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta Dream teams
Other Work Experience
Cashier/ Customer Service, Abercrombie & Fitch May 2012 – August 2014
Modeled and showcased fashion and accessories
Organized and stocked merchandise
Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service
Performed opening and closing duties of the store; balanced cash register and ensured accuracy of deposits
Camp Assistant, Mable House Arts Center Summer 2012
Assisted with camp activities and provided leadership and supervision during all activities
Maintained cleanliness of equipment and facilities, served lunch and snacks
Volunteer Experience
Mealtime Feeder, Shepherd Spine Center May 2009 – May 2010
Assisted paraplegics and quadriplegics at mealtime utilizing adaptive equipment
Adhered to HIPSA privacy guidelines
Treasurer, Becca’s Closet August 2008 - May 2012
Assisted with prom dress donation drives for under-privileged girls
Responsible for locating a donor to donate retail space for merchandise
Skills
Audio Tone & Board * Nikon DSL Camera * Microsoft Office * Google Docs
Extracurricular Activities
Cross Country and Track & Field
References
Jay Black, Professor Michael Fox
College of Liberal Arts Mercer Athletics Video Production
Journalism and Media Studies ESPN3 Coordinator
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