Blake Leschber
Summary
I have worked at The University Star since September 2022. With this experience, I have learned copyediting, design, photography, public relations, leadership and communication skills. I want to continue moving up and improve the skills I have obtained in my time here so far.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
News Editor
The University Star
05.2023 - Current
- Runs a team of up to 10 reporters and assists with daily questions, concerns and communications.
- Assigns and edits every news story before it gets published.
- Designs the news page weekly with InDesign, ensuring the best looking possible page.
- Hosts trainings and workshops for current and new reporters.
- Writes content, takes photos and designs infographics whenever needed.
- Communicates daily with reporters, photographers and designers.
Student Assistant
Texas State University Alumni Association
01.2023 - Current
- Open and closes the office multiple days a week, performing closing duties including cleaning, organizing and emailing.
- Helps with editing content like stories and biographies.
- Plans and works events.
- Greets and talks with guests.
Team Leader
Culver's Restaurant
03.2019 - 08.2023
- Ran multiple closing shifts a week, ensuring all is done correctly.
- Managed the front of the house by helping employees and assisting customers with complaints.
- Helped with scheduling issues and complaints.
- Trained all new hires in different areas including taking orders, making custard, work the drive thru and cleaning the restaurant.
- Ensured communication was had between supervisors and employees.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Relations
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05.2026
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Lightroom Classic
- Copyediting
- Photojournalism
- Crisis Communication Management
- Writing
- Reporting
- Interviewing
- Leadership
Timeline
News Editor
The University Star
05.2023 - Current
Student Assistant
Texas State University Alumni Association
01.2023 - Current
Team Leader
Culver's Restaurant
03.2019 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Public Relations
Texas State University
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