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Brenda Penaloza

Tallahassee,FL

Summary

Opinions Editor.|Talon Newspaper – Spring 2025

- Wrote general interest and opinion columns for a campus publication.

Staff Writer.|Her Campus FSU, 2025.

-Authored lifestyle and culture articles for a national collegiate media platform.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Lifeguard

American Red Cross
Tallahassee, Florida
06.2020 - 08.2024
  • Maintained constant surveillance of pool patrons to ensure safety and compliance.
  • Responded to emergency situations and administered first aid when necessary.
  • Demonstrated strong decision-making, communication, and crisis management skills.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Media Communications

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
08-2028

Associate of Arts - Media Communications

Tallahassee State College
Tallahassee
05-2025

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Interviewing and source development
  • Column and opinion writing
  • Strong communicator
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Research and fact-checking

Accomplishments

2nd Place, General Column (Statewide FCPA Competition)

Affiliations

Marching Chiefs 

Timeline

Lifeguard

American Red Cross
06.2020 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Media Communications

Florida State University

Associate of Arts - Media Communications

Tallahassee State College
Brenda Penaloza