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Abigail Cunningham

Algona,IA

Summary

Dynamic media specialist with a proven track record at Divine Mercy Catholic Parish, enhancing social media engagement through compelling visual storytelling. Expert in multimedia production and deadline management, achieving a 73% increase in Facebook followers. Adept at adapting to change and creating impactful content that resonates with diverse audiences.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Media Specialist

Divine Mercy Catholic Parish
06.2024 - Current
  • Enhance social media posts with captivating visual elements to boost shareability and reach, effectively spreading Gospel.
  • Boost Facebook followers by 73% in 10-month time frame with compelling content creation using digital storytelling.
  • Utilize skills in video production to collaborate with priests, resulting in over 62,000 views on Facebook.
  • Developed multimedia assets including videos, graphics, and articles for maximum engagement.
  • Managed social media accounts, YouTube accounts and parish website ensuring timely responses to comments, messages, and reviews for enhanced customer service.
  • Managed multiple deadlines effectively, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality bulletins.

Broadcast Journalist

United States Air Force, USAF
11.2015 - 09.2017
  • Adapted reporting style for various formats, including radio, television, and online platforms to reach diverse audience segments.
  • Conducted comprehensive research and developed targeted questions for use in guest interviews.
  • Participated in ongoing training to stay current on journalistic practices and evolving technology within the field.
  • Produced videos according to 1st Special Operations Wing and Air Force Special Operations Command specifications.
  • Developed creative approaches to video production to create unique and engaging content.
  • Filmed live events and promotional videos, capturing memorable moments for a wide audience.
  • Captured footage for variety of projects successfully, from change of commands to special forces training exercises.

Education

Technical Training - Broadcast Journalism

Defense Information School
Fort George G Meade, MD
05.2016

Associate of Science - Liberal Arts

Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA
07.2012

Skills

  • Broadcast journalism
  • Adapting to Change
  • Deadline Management
  • Interview filming
  • Attention to Detail
  • Fact-checking
  • Multimedia production
  • Visual storytelling

Timeline

Media Specialist

Divine Mercy Catholic Parish
06.2024 - Current

Broadcast Journalist

United States Air Force, USAF
11.2015 - 09.2017

Technical Training - Broadcast Journalism

Defense Information School

Associate of Science - Liberal Arts

Des Moines Area Community College

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