Aria Gray
Wilmington,DE
Summary
A Communication Graduate specializing in Media Studies, Interpersonal Communication, Emerging Media, and LGBTQIA+ Communication Research. Interested in applying an intersectional, identity-driven approach to communication studies.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Editor
The New Fashion Magazine
Newark, DE
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Served as a writer and editor for The New, a fashion and culture magazine with a focus on featuring marginalized voices.
- Promoted to Senior Editor after serving as Intern to the Creative Director for four months.
- Oversaw a team of 10 essayists, poets, and other contributors.
- Led brainstorming sessions about current and upcoming publications.
Editor
Enjoy Basketball
Remote
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Oversaw the three times a week release of a newsletter regarding breaking stories and sports culture with a focus on shared positivity and enjoyment.
- Revised work from an array of genres, including essays, interviews, and game recaps to ensure accuracy and consistency of style.
- Assisted in creating comprehensive style guides for publication teams.
- Conferred with authors regarding changes in content, style or publication.
Social Media Manager
CSC Station
Wilmington
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Captured and edited photos and videos.
- Utilized demographic research and marketing software to increase brand advocacy and value.
- Sourced and managed relationships with social media partners.
Video Producer + Copyeditor
The Athlete Book
Wilmington
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Created interactive educational content aimed at developing career skills within college athletes.
- Lead video editor and producer for several projects.
- Involved in all stages of media development, including live interview production, social media management, copyediting, and more.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
University of Delaware
Newark, DE05-2024
Skills
- Academic Writing and Research
- Editing, Proofreading, and Fact-checking
- Print, Audio, and Video Media Production
- Interviewing Skills
- Public Speaking
- Task Delegation and Project Management
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Interpersonal Skills
- Team Leadership
- Communication
Affiliations
- 10+ years of Music Composition and Production.
- Highly invested in the arts, with a history of theatrical and choral performance.
- 10+ years of Mixed Martial Arts training.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Editor
Enjoy Basketball
10.2022 - 12.2023
Senior Editor
The New Fashion Magazine
02.2022 - 05.2023
Social Media Manager
CSC Station
07.2021 - 08.2021
Video Producer + Copyeditor
The Athlete Book
10.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
University of Delaware