ablogfornaryah: Resume

Education

University of Memphis

B.A. in journalism with a concentration in Creative Mass Media

Minor: Advertising

Graduation: May 2025

Skills

Adobe Suite
Microsoft Suite
Google Suite
Photography
Videography
Copywriting
Public Relations
Design
Layout
Team Collaboration

Branding
Adaptability
Communication
Leadership
Public Speaking
Hootsuite
Google Analytics
Mailchimp
Salesforce

Memberships

Black Scholars Unlimited
Diversity Ambassador
Helen Hardin Honors College
American Advertising Federation
Alpha Delta Sigma Honors Society

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Projects

Antidote Magazine: Creator/Editor

Self Published, 2024

Developed the magazine's concept, theme, and all content from scratch, including research, writing, and editing articles. Designed the entire magazine layout using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop, Ensuring a professional and visually appealing presentation. Wrote and sourced all articles, conducted interviews, and took or sourced photographs, providing high-quality, engaging, and relevant content. Managed the production timeline, coordinated with contributors, and oversaw the distribution processes. Received positive feedback from readers and industry professionals.

Tide “Cold Water Washing” Campaign

American Advertising Federation, 2024

Collaborated with team members to create comprehensive design and layout concepts for the plans book, ensuring a cohesive and visually appealing final product. Utilized Adobe Illustrator to create custom graphics and Adobe InDesign for design and product layout. Coordinated with various departments to seamlessly incorporate their text into the plans book. Participated in team debriefs and brainstorms to ensure direction and consistency within the group.

Experience

University of Memphis: Tiger Elite

Aug. 2023 - May 2024

Organized recruitment events and campus tours for prospective students at the University of Memphis. Provided information on academic programs, facilities, and student life, assisted with inquiries, guided through the application process, and Handled confidential information with discretion while facilitating engagement and communication between prospective students and university representatives to ensure a smooth transition to university life.

Hello World: Nonprofit

Aug. 2021 - May 2022

Mentored K-12 students in the Hello World journalism program, enhancing their writing and communication skills. Fostered interest in STEM, STEAM, and the arts, encouraging students to explore and develop their passions. Instilled confidence in students, empowering them to pursue their academic and creative goals.