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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
  • www.ChalantMagazine.com
Professional Summary
Proactive media and communications professional with over 10 years in internal and external communications, social media, journalism and editorial media relations with a firm grasp of social media, as well as corporate messaging and branding. Strong work ethic, as well as exceptional writing, editing and research skills.
Skills
  • Exceptional writer
  • Social media
  • Sound editorial judgment
  • Excellent media contacts
  • Team player
  • Research expert
  • Fast learner
  • Superior verbal and written communication skills
Work History
ChalantMagazine.com Editor-in-Chief | Atlanta, Georgia | May 2015 - Current
  • Build and sustained relationships with key entertainment industry professionals across the nation in order to grow brand.
  • Provide maintenance, editing and postings for online magazine.
  • Wrote, edited and produced stories for multiple platforms, including Internet and digital channels.
  • Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
  • Shot video and still photos to accompany news stories. Edited footage to create videos for multiple multimedia platforms.
  • Serve as Public Relations Specialist, as well as Social Media Manager to properly promote online initiative.


Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP Accounting Assistant | Atlanta, Georgia | October 2013 - June 2016
  • Assist Controller with the day-to-day, monthly and year-end operations of the Accounting Department.
  • Perform the processing and recording of Accounts Payable transactions and ensure that all invoices are paid accurately and in accordance with Firm policies and procedures.
  • Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts & assist with payroll administration.
  • Prepare journal entries; complete general ledger operations, including monthly closings & preparation of monthly financial statements.
  • Reviewed all expense reports for accuracy and proper expense disclosure.
EntertainmentReporters.com Editor-in-Chief/PR Specialist | Atlanta, Georgia | June 2007 - March 2015


  • Produced entertainment and lifestyle news reports, live interview videos and public interest stories for both lifestyle & entertainment purposes.
  • Wrote and edited long- and short-form copy for blogs, websites, social media, presentations, training materials and more.
  • Wrote and posted content for company blog, keeping customers updated and engaged.
  • Served as the primary point of contact for incoming media calls, including requests for meetings and interviews with company executives and experts.
Crunk Magazine Freelance Editor | Atlanta, Georgia | May 2004 - May 2007

 

  • Researched and reported industry trends.
  • Executed a myriad of critical responsibilities and tasks in a highly stressful environment.
  • Maintained a high level of client confidentiality.
  • Conducted research and interviews for public interest stories.
  • Concurrently managed writing projects with strict deadlines.
  • Organized material, determined area of emphasis, and wrote stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts Public Relations Georgia State University Atlanta, Georgia | 2006
  • Minor in Music Management
Bachelor of Arts Print Journalism Georgia State University Atlanta, Georgia | 2007  
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • ChalantMagazine.com
  • Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP
  • EntertainmentReporters.com
  • Crunk Magazine

School Attended

  • Georgia State University

Job Titles Held:

  • Editor-in-Chief
  • Accounting Assistant
  • Editor-in-Chief/PR Specialist
  • Freelance Editor

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Arts Public Relations
    Bachelor of Arts Print Journalism

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