Alexis Oatman
Cleveland,USA
Summary
Skilled Journalist with three years of experience conceptualizing and reporting on diverse stories. Versed in digital media and skilled in writing and editing pieces for online platforms.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Contributing Writer, Weekends
HOT97
01.2024 - Current
- Responsible for writing five stories, at least twice a week, that cover the latest news, events, and trends in pop culture, with a particular focus on hip-hop.
- Contributed to increased website traffic by delivering high-quality content consistently.
- Developed compelling story ideas, conducting thorough research and interviews to create comprehensive articles.
Freelance Writer
HotNewHipHop
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Created compelling articles on hip-hop for the publication, conducted album/song reviews, interviewed sources, and more.
- Worked closely with editorial team to ensure that content was informative and resonated with the target audience. This increased readership and social media shares, which helped to enhance the publication's already successful brand and reputation.
Social Community Management Intern
Broccoli City
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Monitored the brand's social media accounts, engaged with followers, and responded to comments, helping it gain nearly 500 followers in a two-month period.
- Stayed current on social media trends and updates, as well as developed and executed campaigns to enhance brand engagement and awareness.
- Covered live events using video and live tweeting, providing real-time updates for online audiences.
Freelance News Writer
HipHopDX
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Responsible for generating six to seven stories daily and monitoring current events in hip-hop media and entertainment and utilizing reliable sources for information gathering.
- Managed multiple assignments simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality or accuracy.
Freelance News Contributor
UPROXX
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Wrote on various topics regarding pop culture, including music, television, and film.
- Researched, interviewed sources, and collaborated with editors to craft various forms of content that captured readers' attention.
- Provided writing support for several projects and departments to ensure the organization's continued success.
Life And Culture Reporter
Cleveland.com
09.2020 - 01.2023
- Worked as an general assignment reporter for the organization from September 2020 to November 2022. Wrote at least three to four daily, covering various topics affecting Northeast Ohio region, such as breaking news, community events, enterprise, and more.
- Later joined Life and Culture team, writing three to four posts daily about celebrities, arts, and entertainment.
- Established credibility with sources by building strong relationships within the Greater Cleveland area, resulting in exclusive interviews and scoops.
Multimedia Reporter
The News Herald
02.2020 - 09.2020
- Wrote and filed at least one to two stories daily that affected Lake and Geauga counties, including features, breaking news, meeting coverage, and more
- Enhanced audience engagement by incorporating visuals and interactive elements in multimedia stories.
Journalism And Media Intern
PBS Ideastream Cleveland
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Researched relevant news topics for Rick Jackson's 'Ideas,' a nightly public affairs program on WVIZ/PBS devoted to telling stories revolving around the Greater Cleveland area.
- Assisted in video production tasks to create visually appealing content for promotional purposes.
Communications & Advancement Intern
Lakeside Chautauqua
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Contributed articles to the two fo the organization's publications, The Lakesider, and The Front Porch Blog
- Supported organizing and promoting at least three fundraising events throughout the summer.
- Contributed to positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts in Journalism And Professional Writing -
Capital University
Columbus, OH05.2018
Skills
- Ability to adapt to CMS platforms
- SEO
- Microsoft Office
- Social Media
- Story pitching
- Content Strategy
- Creative Storytelling
Timeline
Contributing Writer, Weekends
HOT97
01.2024 - Current
Freelance Writer
HotNewHipHop
08.2023 - 09.2023
Social Community Management Intern
Broccoli City
05.2023 - 07.2023
Freelance News Writer
HipHopDX
03.2023 - 06.2023
Freelance News Contributor
UPROXX
10.2022 - 03.2023
Life And Culture Reporter
Cleveland.com
09.2020 - 01.2023
Multimedia Reporter
The News Herald
02.2020 - 09.2020
Journalism And Media Intern
PBS Ideastream Cleveland
05.2017 - 08.2017
Communications & Advancement Intern
Lakeside Chautauqua
05.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor Of Arts in Journalism And Professional Writing -
Capital University