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Amara Evering

Washington,D.C

Summary

Driven and efficient editor and writer with 6 years of experience in print editing, radio writing, and audio production.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Editor

Sister Namibia
04.2022 - 03.2023
  • Reviewed episodic content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.
  • Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes, and approved final versions for publication on radio.
  • Led and managed multiple projects from conceptual stage through to launch through Sister Namibia and the Alice Rowan Swanson Fellowship

Broadcast Journalist

WPFW Radio, 89.3 FM
03.2020 - 04.2022
  • Wrote and edited news stories for online publication, coordinating images and layout to deliver proper presentation
  • Conducted comprehensive research and developed targeted questions for use in guest interviews.
  • Produced stories for broadcasting across radio and digital platforms while working on hourly deadlines

Content Writer

Empowered Women International
06.2016 - 09.2016
  • Crafted content for websites and blog posts to increase organic traffic.
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
  • Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
  • Edited and proofread content to confirm proper grammar, quality and consistency with AP style.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Creative Writing And Sociology

Emory University
Atlanta, Georgia
05.2020

Accomplishments

  • Creator of “For Ama” radio series that aired on Pacifica networks
  • 2021 recipient of the Alice Rowan Swanson Fellowship

Timeline

Editor

Sister Namibia
04.2022 - 03.2023

Broadcast Journalist

WPFW Radio, 89.3 FM
03.2020 - 04.2022

Content Writer

Empowered Women International
06.2016 - 09.2016

Bachelor of Science - Creative Writing And Sociology

Emory University
Amara Evering