Master of Journalism in broadcast concentration, expected May 2006
University of Maryland Philip Merrill College of Journalism

Bachelor of Arts in broadcasting, 2005
Susquehanna University
Cumulative GPA: 3.7

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Enter stories into newswire system
• Write headlines according to organization style
• Edit text to conform with Associated Press style
• Categorize and approve stories for wire

• Logged games and selected highlights for nightly newscasts
• Assisted producers with the creation of packages and sports specials
• Conducted video searches
• Observed control room and studio during live news broadcasts
• Accompanied photographers and talent on field shoots

• Assisted and observed reporters and video crews on location
• Observed newsroom and assisted assignment editors and producers
• Logged videotape and assisted with video searches
• Observed control room and assisted during newscasts
• Ran scripts for live shows

• Stocked and sold athletic and rugged footwear
• Served as leader on sales floor

AWARDS AND ACTIVITIES

• Sports Editor, The Crusader, weekly student newspaper, 2003-04; Senior Writer 04-05; Staff Writer 02-03
• University Scholar, Susquehanna University, 2001-02, 02-03
• Dean's List, Susquehanna University, all eight semesters
• Lambda Pi Eta communications honor society, inducted 2004
• Secretary, Society for Collegiate Journalists, inducted 2003
• Second Place, Sports Columns, 2004 Society for Collegiate Journalists National Contest
• Third Place, Sports Columns, 2005 SCJ National Contest
• President, Susquehanna University Student Film Union, 2003-04, 04-05