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
Windhoek, 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
Washington, DC
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
Arlington
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, Georgia05.2020
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