Social Media Staff Writer
Resume:
Tessa Bradshaw
Professional Summary
Dedicated journalist with nearly four years of experience in writing, editing, publishing, and distributing a diverse range of multimedia content. Proficient in print and digital platforms, including video news production, with a strong ability to engage audiences through compelling storytelling and visual media. Adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high editorial standards and meeting tight deadlines. Passionate about uncovering stories that inform and inspire, with a commitment to accuracy and ethical journalism.
Experience
Kernersville News – Staff Writer and Lifestyle Editor, December 2021 - Present
Composed and organized daily high-quality articles with engaging content in AP Style.
Designed captivating page layouts for reader appeal while operating an online content management system.
Facilitated seamless collaboration to meet strict tri-weekly publication deadlines.
Achieved a remarkable 30% increase in viewership via effective social media strategies across all platforms.
Successfully written over 700 published articles within my time within the company. The Western Carolina Journalist
News Editor - January 2021- August 2021
Edited and published articles within an online newspaper lab environment.
Introduced innovative story ideas, contributing to the publication's fresh and dynamic content.
Played a key role in identifying and correcting grammatical, syntax, semantics, and AP Style errors, ensuring high editorial standards were met. Editor in Chief - August 2021- December 2021
Efficiently managed the online publication, ensuring regular story releases for the campus and local community.
Offered valuable guidance and support to students in writing, editing, and producing stories.
Pioneered a specialized workshop to aid students seeking support in article writing and pitching ideas.
The Western Carolinian – Staff Writer
August 2021- December 2021
Focused on crafting compelling articles about campus life, events, and the local area.
Conducted thorough research and reaching out to sources for valuable information.
Played a crucial role in editing and delivering high-quality articles for a bi-weekly student newspaper.
The Sylva Herald and Ruralite - Intern, May 2021- August 2021
Crafted captivating stories for the weekly newspaper. Contact:
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Assisted in diverse tasks such as writing, photography, editing, clerical work, and ensuring seamless newspaper operations.
Consistently met stringent deadlines while upholding content quality. Education and Certifications
• Western Carolina University, Bachelor of Science, Communications
• Leadership Kernersville Class of 2024
Skills
Adobe InDesign, AP Style, Canva, Copywriting, Editing, Google applications, Microsoft Office, SEO optimization and WordPress.
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