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EDUCATION
Hampton University, Hampton, Virginia
Bachelor’s in Strategic Communications, Expected Graduation: May 2026
GPA: 3.65/4.00
RELEVANT COURSES
Grammar & AP Style, TV Production, Reporting & Newswriting, Principles of Public Relations, Principles of Marketing
SKILLS
AP Style, ENPS, Capcut, Canva, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud, Google Workspace, Website Construction Writing, Statistical Analysis & Construction, Collaboration, Marketing, Leadership, Public Relations & Branding
WORK EXPERIENCE
Hampton University Sports Media Intern, Hampton, Virginia September 2024 – Present
- Operate professional video and camera equipment during NCAA Division I football, basketball, and volleyball games for live broadcast.
- Collaborate with sports media staff and production crew to ensure smooth coverage and highlight reels for athletic events.
Digital News Intern FOX 5 DC, Bethesda, Maryland June 2025 – August 2025
- Published 100+ articles with bylines on community stories and breaking news, while shadowing seasoned reporters and producers across broadcasts.
- Designed and presented a thorough digital media creative brief to FOX 5 DC leadership, including original content concepts for on-air talent.
Cheeky Bonsai, Remote August 2024 – December 2024
College Campus Social Media Ambassador
- Generated high-traffic social media content that aligned with trends and that seamlessly incorporated Cheeky Bonsai’s quirky brand identity into college life, amplifying student interest and brand recognition.
- Organized and hosted interactive sampling events on campus, driving product awareness and engagement through face-to-face marketing and creative video content highlighting the brand’s products and values.
PROJECTS
The Miracle Pen March 2024 – Present
- Founded and managed a digital platform focused on wellness, self-development, womanhood, and culture, accumulating over 50,000 page views in just over a year through strategic content and PR efforts.
- Oversee editorial operations, from topic research to publication, ensuring high-quality content with a distinct and engaging brand voice.
Once Upon a Gown January 2024 – Present
- Co-founded national prom dress donation initiative to reduce financial barriers for underserved girls, collecting and distributing gowns free of charge.
- Spearheaded outreach and logistics for multi-state donation drives, securing over 100 gowns and building a sustainable donation pipeline.
LEADERSHIP/ORGANIZATIONS
Marketing & Promotions Chair, Student Recruitment Team, Hampton, Virginia September 2023 – Present
- Revamped an inactive social media page, increasing followers by 1,500+ in six months and generating 200K+ profile views while effectively recruiting prospective students.
- Developed viral content strategies that led to reposts from HBCU Buzz and Historically Black Since while increasing visibility of Hampton University’s programs and campus culture.
- Created engaging digital campaigns that showcased the student experience and strengthened connections with prospective students.
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