Education
- BA History, University of Alaska Anchorage, 2014
- BA Journalism and Public Communications, University of Alaska Anchorage, 2014
Experience
Freelance Newspaper Reporter: Anchorage Press, November 2014 - January 2015
- Researching, reporting and producing news content on a weekly deadline
- Pitching additional content ideas for Arts and Entertainment Editor
- Producing editorial content for the entertainment section
- Interviewing local and national music acts
Station Manager: KRUA 88.1 FM The Edge, September 2011 - July 2014
- Hired, trained and managed rotating staff of 10 and team of 60 plus volunteers
- Created and maintained annual operating and capital budgets
- Maintained and upgraded studios, equipment and technology
- Enacted programming and news department philosophy
- Covered Great Alaska Shootout
- Critiqued, edited and submitted staff packages and production for award consideration
- Renewed FCC licensing and continued compliance with public file
- Represented station at state legislature
- Represented station at UAA outreach, government and alumni fundraising events
Program Director: KRUA 88.1 FM The Edge, May 2011 - September 2011
- Organized, critiqued and researched programming
- Recruited and trained perspective volunteers
- Edited and updated all station handbooks
- Implemented programming guidelines
- Tracked and documented listenership, website, and volunteer traffic
New Student Orientation Leader: University of Alaska Anchorage, May 2011 - August 2011
- Toured new and visiting students around campus
- Researched UAA department mission statements
- Acquired thorough understanding of UAA’s campus
Call Team Officer: UAA Parking Services, February 2011 - May 2011
- Enforced UAA parking guidelines and expectations
- Addressed concerns, questions and complaints of customers
Deli Associate, Eagle River Wal-Mart, August 2010 - February 2011
- Abided by federal food safety policies
- Trained and supported new hires
Customer Service Manager: Eagle River Wal-Mart, June 2008 to August 2010
- Hired, trained and managed team of 30 members
- Enforced company policies and federal compliance
- Accounted for cashiers
- Ensured adherence of ethical practices
Cashier: Eagle River Wal-Mart, June 2007 - June 2008
- Adhered to company cash handling policies and procedures
- Attended to costumers
- Maintained and organized work space
Organizations and Volunteer Experience
Volunteer: KRUA 88.1 The Edge, October 2008 - August 2014
- Hosted Slugg Tent Saga with a focus on pop culture and music content
- Created public service and promotional announcements
- Interviewed visiting lecturers, student representatives and school officials
Student Representatives: UAA Concert Board, November 2010 - May 2014
- Researched and selected bigger name entertainment acts
- Advertised and promoted upcoming concerts
- Analyzed and integrated community survey results
Newspaper Reporter: The Northern Light, February 2011 - May 2014
- Researched, reported and produced news content on a weekly deadline
- Generated additional content ideas for Managing Editor
- Produced editorial content for entertainment and student government section
- Assisted with online content
- Covered 2013 and 2014 UAA student government legislative lobbying trip
On-site Volunteer: Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival, June 2011 – present
- Support for festival operations
- Logistical team member
Honors and Achievements
- Awarded JPC inaugural Dean Berg integrity in Journalism Award, 2013
- Awarded JPC Student Service Award, 2014
- MLK Appreciation Award, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
- Awarded to student leader for positive contributions to University
- Awarded Diversity and Compliance Scholarship, 2013
- Awarded KRUA Scholarship, 2009
- Represented UAA students on Event Task Force, 2014
- Represented KRUA on Alaska Airlines Center Committee, 2014