| | | 20,000+ Fresh Resumes Monthly | |
|
|
| |
Click here or scroll down to respond to this candidateCandidate's Name
JournalistAward-winning journalist and photographer with track record of success reporting on immigration injustices at the U.S.-Mexico border. Feature writer and enterprise reporter with strong understanding of AP style grammar. Working knowledge of U.S. policy issues that impede equity for all. Develop and pitch compelling and engaging material for online and print publications that advocate for social justice change. Dedicated communications professional with strong organizational skills, research and public speaking skills. Thrive and succeed in high-pressure atmospheres. Further experience working with low-income Latinx youth and families through advocacy, outreach and volunteer work. Diligent and proactive worker competent in most areas of computer technologies. Thrive in diverse work settings, where justice, equity and inclusion are at the forefront. Able to work independently or in a team setting. Fast and eager learner. Excellent critical and analytical thinking skills. Extremely creative, with the ability to brainstorm new ideas for publication or campaigns. Prior work as a professional photographer, with a working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop. Fluent in Spanish.ContactAddressMontgomery, AL, 36106PhonePHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEE-mailEMAIL AVAILABLELinkedInhttps://LINKEDIN LINK AVAILABLEPhotography portfoliohttps://lizvinsonphotos.comAwardsWinner, Best in Show, 2022 received highest award in the Montgomery Photo Festival International Competition.Winner, Gold Anthem Award, 2023 the highest award in the News & Journalism category for my story documenting the cruel treatment several Black men endured in solitary confinement.SkillsInvestigative researchStory developmentFeature writingEditingGrammar usageInterviewingFluent in SpanishPersonal interviewsResearching informationExcellent communication abilitiesReporting newsBreaking news expertiseStorytellingBreaking NewsMonthly ReportingLanguagesSpanishEnglishWork HistoryPHONE NUMBER AVAILABLE-052018-05 2023-022015-05-2018-05Communications DirectorMassachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) CoalitionDirected communications support for team members to build and transform the coalition.Strategized communications plans to streamline our yearly goals.Created weekly bulletin sent out nationwide to supporters.Crafted materials such as the annual report; press releases; talking points; commentaries and op-eds.Provided support and guided our communications coordinator to ensure optimal coverage of news secured on our initiatives.Staff WriterThe Southern Poverty Law Center, Montgomery, AlabamaLead writer for the SPLC's Attention on Detention a series that highlights those currently fighting for their release from immigrant detention.Travel to various cities to meet and interview immigrants, then write articles describing their plights to the U.S. and how they are now thriving.Lead writer for the SPLC's Immigrant Justice Project, LGBTQ+ and Special Litigation practice groups, as well the lead writer on the movement to remove Confederate iconography across the U.S.Write and pitch op-eds for management centered around LGTBQ+ rights and immigration reform.Write breaking news that is elevated to the nation, via our main website and social media platforms.Regular contributor to the Center's quarterly newspaper, The SPLC Report, to uplift the SPLC's litigation and other initiatives.Responsible for creating the SPLC's weekly internal newsletter that summarizes achievements of the Center throughout the week.Freelance ReporterThe Montgomery Advertiser, Montgomery, ALLead writer for the papers arts and entertainment section.Provided opinion columns, essays and metro news to be used for print and online publication.Responsible for interviewing people of interest to create newsworthy stories regarding city and governmental updates.Independently produced a 20-page travelogue publication distributed to 17 publications within the state of Alabama.2011-01 - 2015-05Instructor of SpanishThe University Of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, ALResponsible for instruction of beginner to accelerated levels of Spanish courses.Created and developed all lectures, as well as materials to be used for grading.Implemented oral interview testing as way to measure Spanish proficiency.Led independent studies related to contemporary U.S. Latinx issues.Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.Assessed student knowledge of Spanish and applied appropriate methods to address learning needs.Education2009-2010M.A: Spanish, Applied Spanish LinguisticsThe University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa, ALGPA: 4.02000 - 2004B.A.: Spanish, Telecommunications and FilmThe University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa, ALDean's List Spring semester 2004GPA: 3.42003La Universidad de Alcal de Henares - MadridContinuing education in Spanish2003La Universidad de San JosContinuing education in SpanishInterestsPhotographyTravelLanguagesWritingResearching |
