Abigail Thorpe

Dallas, TX 618-***-**** ade3zv@r.postjobfree.com Portfolio

SUMMARY

English major with a specialization in Journalism. Experienced writer with the ability to proofread and assist other writers. Pursuing a career in journalism specifically in media, writ- ing, reporting, and editing. Demonstrated in the following areas:

• Copywriting

• Digital Media

• Copy Editing

• Adobe InDesign

• Photography and Photo Editing

• Research Analysis

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts, Major: English, Concentration: Journalism May 2020 University of Dallas, Irving, TX

Provost’s Scholarship Honor Roll Study Abroad: Rome, Italy President: University of Dallas Ultimate Frisbee Club

EXPERIENCE

Editor-in-Chief, The University News 2019 – 2020

University of Dallas, Irving, TX

• Manage section editors, copy editors, photographers, and layout designers.

• Plan a weekly budget for stories, columns, and photographs.

• Create and approve final layout, edits, and details of each week's publication using Adobe InDesign Contributing writer, The University News 2018 – Present University of Dallas, Irving, TX

• Write and submit news articles by weekly deadlines for publication

• Interview sources, investigate stories, and analyze facts for news pieces

• Request public records and analyze information

Topics covered include University of Dallas Presidential Search, Clergy Sexual Assault Claims, Coronavirus concerns on UD’s Rome campus, and local campus occurrences Freelance Writer Summer 2019

Irving Rambler, Irving, TX

• Reported local events, conducted interviews, and wrote articles to be published in print and online Photographer, University Yearbook 2018

University of Dallas, Irving, TX

• Photographed students and events on campus and submitted weekly for publication in the annual school yearbook

• Edited and uploaded photos of school events

Administrative Assistant, Campus Ministry 2016 – 2018 University of Dallas, Irving, TX

• Promote campus life, answered phone calls, directed students to ministers, and managed calendars University of Dallas Ultimate Frisbee Club President 2018 - 2020 University of Dallas, Irving, TX

• Planned and directed a tournament for eight teams and over 130 people from across Texas. Raised

$1,200 for the club, became a certified tournament director, and ensured the event went smoothly through providing food, water, and planning for inclement weather

• Plan and lead practices for over 30 athletes, organize travel to tournaments, and lead meetings

• Coordinate with the university for funding, field space, and tournament logistics

• Manage Instagram page, @udu_vortex_vitality, and manage relationships with tournament sponsors

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