ASHLEY WITKOWSKI

Collaborate with Prof. De Maio at Lehigh University on independent study examining Media, Race, Class, Gender, Power, and Democracy in Latin America.

Contributed to research group centered on Jane Austen and Humanities future. Led specific projects resulting in student-authored research articles and conference proposals.

Conducted research to develop promotional materials for Wild for Austen. Collaborated with author Devoney Looser as publicist for her latest novel.

As Editor in Chief of Amaranth, Lehigh University’s student-run literary magazine, I lead a team of writers, editors, and designers in curating and publishing creative works that celebrate student voices across genres. I oversee the full editorial process—from reviewing submissions and guiding content development to managing production timelines and promotional events.

• Report on campus news, culture, and community issues
• Pitch, write, and edit stories under weekly deadlines
• Collaborate with editors to ensure clarity, accuracy, and tone

• Lead prospective students and families on campus tours while sharing Lehigh's academic programs, student life, and traditions.

• Support the firm's branding and outreach by developing weekly content for social media platforms and coordinating with an SEO agency.
• Track performance data, refine messaging strategies, and assist with digital marketing projects.
• Gained experience in professional communication, legal service branding, and audience engagement.

• Wrote full-length novel currently in submission to literary agents
• Developed characters and storylines that fit within the romance genre

• Develop and execute marketing strategies to increase community engagement and church attendance
• Manage social media and create promotional materials for events and programs

• Draft and release weekly blog posts.

emphasized faith, support, and managed personal website design, focusing on user experience and aesthetic appeal.

• Produced engaging content tailored for search engine optimization and audience growth.

• Implemented techniques to boost online visibility and drive audience interaction.

• Analyzed performance metrics to adjust strategies and enhance overall effectiveness.

involvement in collaborative processes

• Built an audience of ~5,000 across social platforms
• Create authentic short-form content including product reviews, lifestyle vlogs, and day-in-the-life videos
• Collaborate with brands such as Grüns, That's It, Koia, King's Hawaiian, SugerbearPRO and others through PR packages and sponsored content

• Managed product promotion and customer engagement for personal wellness small business. Handled all social media content, branding, and customer communication to enhance visibility. Developed engaging marketing strategies to increase customer interaction and brand loyalty.

• Assist on the Matthew Fontaine Maury Papers project: literature review, note-taking, document organization, and research synthesis

• Twice a week, I teach Math and Science for 5th grade with Mrs. Giani Clarke at Wilson School District

• Organize local outreach efforts to bring joy and comfort to children in hospitals through toy drives and service projects
• Lead fundraising events and community partnerships across schools and churches

• Assist with children's programming, events, and weekly faith-based activities