Outgoing, organized, and intentional creative with passions in non-fiction media, video-editing, human stories, and all things storytelling.
EDUCATION
Education
Syracuse University, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
Bachelor of Science: Editorial Photography and Photo and Video Journalism
Minor: Entrepreneurship and Emerging Enterprises at Whitman School of Management
1 of 15 Newhouse Scholar's for the Class of 2023
Skills
Adobe Lightroom, PremierePro, After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign
Socials Instagram, TikTok, Youtube, Facebook
Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Google Drive, Docs, Sheets
Equipment Canon and Panasonic camera operation, Canon Speedlight, DR-10L Lavalier, interview lighting
Other Wordpress Web Builder, SquareSpace Web Builder, Canva, Trint (transcribing software), Bloom (CRM)
Achievements
1 of the 15 Newhouse Scholars for the Class of 2023
James Cox Journalism Scholarship Winner for Documentary Film: Stella's Diner Piece
Elected member of the Newhouse Visual Communications Hiring Committee
Publications in the Daily Orange
Courses
Advanced Multimedia Storytelling. Cinematography Light and Concept. The Art of Producing. Ethics in the Media Profession. Documentary Production. Communications Law. Introduction to Graphic Design. Introduction to Accounting. Spanish Language (taught in Spanish). Practical Grammar for Communications. Cross Media News Writing
Experience
CBS Page: New York, New York
September 2023 - Present
Saturday Morning News Desk Assistant
• Assist producers with media ingest, story research, and audio and video transcription
• Handle producer requests for CBS archival material, providing an expedited process for media delivery
• Source visuals using various databases to curate images for news stories
• Work as a liaison between the producers and the National News Desk handling the rights and clearance each week
See it Now Studios Executive Assistant
• Handle executive administrative duties for Susan Zirinsky and the See it Now Studios Team including calendar and email management, coordination for virtual and in-person meetings, and note-taking for pitch meetings
Audience/Greenroom Production Assistant
• Manage 400+ audience members handling check-in, seating coordination, and guest accommodations for the The Late Show, The Drew Barrymore Show, and Last Week Tonight
• Assist the musical talent for the CBS Saturday Sessions by fulfilling artists needs, facilitating smooth transitions between the green room and studio, and managing paperwork for SAG
Sara Jane Videography Co-Founder: West Chester, PA
July 2018 - Present
• Handle insurance, finances, contracts, and licenses for the company
• Communicate and book with clientele through detailed CRM software, Bloom
• Film and operate camera, audio, and lighting equipment for 8-12 hours per wedding day (72 weddings since 2018)
• Edit 8-10 hours of footage into 7-10 minute highlight films using Adobe Premiere Pro
• Create visually appealing Instagram advertisements to market to potential clientele
Armian Pictures Development Assistant: Remote
June 2023 - October 2023
• Assist the producer/director on wide ranging archival research and investigation for a documentary feature film
• Create pitch decks and look book by pulling imagery that aligns with the creative vision of the director
• Log archival materials and create an organized filing system with Google Drive and Excel
• Attend weekly meetings with the director and producer to compile research and build the storyline
Vice Media Production Intern: Venice Beach
June 2022 - August 2022
• Cross-functionally assisting and developing on production for commercials and music videos
• Aid in editing and pulling images for commercial pitch decks
• Develop and aid with research for docu-series by transcribing and editing audio clips
• Edit sequences on Premiere Pro for an un-scripted series sizzle reel
• Team up with other Vice Media interns to build a research presentation on the future of Vice Studios
University Girl Magazine Photo Director: Syracuse NY
February 2021 - May 2023
• Light and photograph three styled photography sessions and assist in the creative direction for images
• Edit from 8,000 to 100 images and color and retouch as needed on Lightroom CC
• Collaborate with the creative directors in editing the magazine selections for the seasonal print issue
• Create visually pleasing social media content on Instagram and TikTok
Outer Heaven Films Production Intern: Remote
July 2021 - December 2021
• Field daily tasks such as booking production vans, doing actor valuations, and coordinating field shoots
• Perform research for production days and make phone calls to inquire crew members
• Research thoroughly on potential subjects and stories as well as read scripts for potential production
• Work as the financial production assistant for a YouTube series by organizing receipts on an Excel document and keeping track of total spending based on the production budget
Hewes Pictures, Deliverables Intern: Remote
June 2021 - November 2023
• Guide directors on feature films through the process of delivering the film for broadcast standard
• Coordinate delivery to TV stations and platforms including Direct TV, Apple TV, Amazon Prime.
• Manage Hewes’ entire content library with 6,000 hours of content
• Communicate directly with content creators to ensure all documents, copyrights, artwork, trailers, and captions were included for sale