PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Award-winning journalist who tells stories through a combination of compelling interviews, original stand-ups and engaging footage all independently shot, edited, and produced for use on both digital and broadcast platforms. 

WORK EXPERIENCE

WLOX-TV PRIME ANCHOR AND MMJ | Biloxi, MS | CURRENT

• Anchors the 6, 6:30, and 10 p.m. newscasts M-F

• Writes, edits and shoots content for nightly newscasts (vosots and packages)

• Responsible for posting content on WLOX’s digital platform (wlox.com)

• Hosts and directs a live weekday newscast from the “digital desk” on WLOX’s social and streaming channels

• Updates professional Facebook and Twitter feeds to keep viewers informed

THE HILL INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER | Washington, D.C. | October 2017 - December 2018

• Shot, wrote, and produced content for Hill.TV’s morning show Rising

• Worked daily to build relationships and develop sources on Capitol Hill to gain exclusive interviews and improved content

• Offered analysis on radio and television networks

• Managed professional Facebook and Twitter feeds

WKRG-TV Multi Media Journalist | Mobile, Alabama | August 2015 – June 2017

• Followed through on beat sources, contacts and leads to gather information for stories

• Pitched stories daily that turned into packages, vosots, and live reports for 5,6, and 6:30 p.m. broadcasts

• Wrote, edited and produced stories for multiple platforms, including WKRG’s digital platform (wkrg.com)

• Delivered daily live reports from site of event and from breaking news scenes

• Contributed content for social media accounts that reach over 200,000 people

FOX NEWS CHANNEL Production Assistant | Los Angeles, CA | September 2014 - June 2015

• Researched, developed and pitched daily stories that reflected the unique sensibilities of the Fox News Network

• Worked the Hollywood beat, covering red carpet events and award shows (Grammys & Oscars)

• Conducted and transcribed interviews used in content for over 100 local Fox affiliates

CLEVVERTV/DEFY MEDIA Intern | Los Angeles, CA | January 2014 - April 2014

• Assisted in the production of entertainment and lifestyle news reports

• Produced, edited and contributed content for multiple social media platforms

• Assisted on-air talent in preparing research, questions, and award show demographics

GENTWENTY ONLINE MAGAZINE Intern | June 2013 - August 2013

• Authored articles that were published weekly on a variety of assigned topics

• Coordinated GenTwenty marketing campaigns via online forums such as Facebook and Twitter

• Collaborated weekly on story ideas generating content for future published articles

OFFICE OF SENATOR RICHARD SHELBY Intern | Washington, DC | July 2013

• Served as liaison between congressional staff and constituents daily via phone, email and in-person

• Attended congressional sessions and briefings, creating summary memos for Senator Richard Shelby

• Conducted policy research used by the Senator in his various committee meetings

OFFICE OF SENATOR JEFF SESSIONS Communications Intern | Washington, DC | July 2012 - August 2012

• Enhanced Senator Jeff Sessions' contact information with local, and national media outlets

• Attended congressional hearings and annotated key points for review by Senator Jeff Sessions’ staffers

• Collected and analyzed data on Alabama media

EDUCATION

BACHELOR OF ARTS Broadcast News Pepperdine University Malibu, California | 2014

Political Science Concentration, Good Morning Malibu, Anchor/Graphics (2012-2014), The Gallery (Host), The Graphic, Staff Writer (2014), NewsWaves, Meteorologist (2012-2014)  Public Relations, Communications, Mass Communications, and Political Science Coursework.