Chinara Dorancy
New York,NY
Summary
A dedicated and diligent individual with experience in critical analysis and journalistic writing. Competent at developing thought-provoking interview questions that provide practical answers for articles. Proficient at negotiating complicated legal environments while maintaining transparency and elegance. Experienced in cross-cultural collaboration and crafting sensitive yet informative articles.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Contributing Writer
Washington Square News
New York, NY
09.2023 - Current
- Authored engaging articles covering a variety of topics, demonstrating strong research skills and an ability to tailor content to diverse readership.
- Interviewed students, faculty, and community members to gather information and quotes for news stories, enhancing the depth and authenticity of reporting.
- Collaborated with editorial team members to brainstorm article ideas, refine content, and meet publication deadlines, fostering a cohesive and dynamic newspaper.
- Demonstrated versatility by writing articles spanning news, features, opinion pieces, and event coverage, showcasing adaptability and creativity in storytelling.
Intern
Legally Hollywood
New York , NY
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Engaged in legal research and analysis on intellectual property matters, providing valuable insights and recommendations to support creative projects and protect the firm's assets.
- Participated in brainstorming and meeting sessions, providing legal advice and insights that struck a balance between the firm's creative pursuits and the needs of the law.
- Demonstrated flexibility and a desire to pick up new skills by taking on a variety of responsibilities, such as organizing case files, managing documents, and performing administrative work, all of which improved the legal department's productivity in a small business setting.
Hostess
Isabelle's Osteria
New York , NY
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Efficiently coordinated with kitchen workers, servers, and management to ensure quick table rotation and reduce guest wait times.
- Great organizational skills were displayed by keeping track of reservations, special requests, and preferred seats.
- Received positive feedback from guests for exceptional hospitality and attentive service, contributing to high customer satisfaction ratings.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Pre-Law
New York University
New York, NY05-2025
High School Diploma -
Allendale Columbia
Rochester, NY05-2021
Skills
- Detail-oriented
- Journalistic/Critical Writing
- Team Collaboration
- Communication Skills
- Database Maintenance
Timeline
Contributing Writer
Washington Square News
09.2023 - Current
Intern
Legally Hollywood
06.2023 - 07.2023
Hostess
Isabelle's Osteria
09.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Pre-Law
New York University
High School Diploma -
Allendale Columbia
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