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BreAnne Benson

Hot Springs,SD

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on any additional responsibilities necessary to meet team goals. A background in rodeo and a passion for bringing light to the sport has created a deep rooted dedication to promoting its growth in every way possible. Strengths in multitasking and content creation while always brainstorming what could be preforming better, how to fundraise more and how to gain more engagement across all platforms.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Writer/Photographer

The WRANGLER Horse And Rodeo News
02.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with editors to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style across various platforms.
  • Interviewed individuals by phone to write captivating and informational stories.
  • Conducted thorough research on subjects to produce accurate and original content.
  • Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients.
  • Adapted writing styles based on the style of publication and article purpose.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality written content tailored to specific industries and target audiences.
  • Developed engaging articles for online publications, resulting in increased readership and social media shares.

Freelance Writer/Photographer

Tri-State Livestock News
04.2023 - Current
  • Fulfilled assignments while collaborating with subjects and photographers to provide feature worthy stories and visual aids in a timely manner.
  • Generated content ideas for new stories, subjects and multi-media posts.
  • Wrote and edited quality stories to help subjects advertise their associations, programs and achievements.
  • Researched subjects before interviewing to ensure original content.
  • Adapted writing styles based on editors preference per publication.
  • Collaborated with subjects to ensure their satisfaction towards their article.
  • Incorporated editors suggestions and corrections without hesitation in each story.

Media Internship for Chadron State Rodeo

Chadron State College
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Shot original video and photo content during practice and rodeos for social media use.
  • Edited materials using Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Premire Pro, and Audition.
  • Distributed content to team members for social media use and promotion, increasing traffic on the programs media outlets.
  • Created captivating Facebook and Instagram reels that generated new follows, likes, shares, and increased engagement.
  • Kept track of weekly results, distributed the draw to the team, acted as point of contact for the team through social media.
  • Designed original fundraising merchandise for distribution and recruitment materials.
  • Utilized InDesign and Photoshop to create digitized graphics for merchandise and posters.
  • Organized and directed a live broadcast interview with the head coach to use for recruitment material.
  • Consistently monitored the traffic across social pages to see where certain trends may be used to boost engagement.
  • Collaborated with coaches to ensure the values of the team aligned with media content being produced.

Freelance Writer/Photographer

Rodeo News
06.2023 - 03.2024
  • Followed rodeo standings closely in order to select relevant subjects per association.
  • Thoroughly researched subjects to ensure original and captivating content.
  • Collaborated with editors, subjects and photographers to create comprehensive stories that reflected well on the association and individual.
  • Wrote and edited high-quality content while meeting fast deadlines.
  • Adapted writing styles based on editor preferences per publication.
  • Created informational and promotional video content for social media use.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Media Production

Chadron State College
Chadron, NE
05.2024

Skills

  • Content Creation
  • Effective writing
  • Audience Engagement
  • Creative Collaboration
  • AP Style
  • Multimedia writing
  • Project Management
  • Social Media
  • Client collaboration
  • Journalism
  • Attention to Detail
  • Adobe Suite (Indesign, Lightroom, Photoshop, Premier Pro, Audition)
  • Photography/Videography

Timeline

Freelance Writer/Photographer

The WRANGLER Horse And Rodeo News
02.2024 - Current

Media Internship for Chadron State Rodeo

Chadron State College
01.2024 - 05.2024

Freelance Writer/Photographer

Rodeo News
06.2023 - 03.2024

Freelance Writer/Photographer

Tri-State Livestock News
04.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Media Production

Chadron State College
BreAnne Benson