Danielle Krantz
Boston,MA
Summary
A diligent and hardworking third-year college student pursuing work in the journalism and music industry. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Music Intern
CK Communications
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Built media lists and event calendars, drafted key documents including press releases, advisories and pitches, tracked client press coverage, developed social media content, worked with clients to help with music festivals and concerts.
- Liaised with clients to determine event requirements and constraints, outlining package options to meet needs and exceed expectations.
Intern
The Grand Social
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Managed social media accounts to boost company visibility, generating increased interest from prospective clients and customers.
- Facilitated communication between artists, management, and venue staff to ensure seamless event execution.
- Conducted research on industry trends to inform decision-making processes within the organization.
Music Reporter and Photographer
Channel Sounds
10.2022 - Current
- Cover press conferences through Universal Music Group conglomerate 1824 and photograph concerts around Boston and Cleveland.
- Perform retouching and color correction in Adobe Lightroom for optimal results.
- Adapted designs to suit diverse browser and device requirements.
DJ and Photographer
WTBU
09.2022 - Current
- Co-host of “What Would You Play?” and showrunner for “Jewish Jukebox” weekly radio shows.
- Photograph and review concerts, as well as interview artists.
- Create appropriate playlists for a range of specific audiences.
Assistant Engagement Editor
The Diamondback
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Responsible for managing the Diamondback's Twitter, Reddit, and Facebook accounts and designing and managing the Instagram account on specific days of the week, to over 40k followers on all platforms.
- Took top University of Maryland news stories and drafted them into newsletters to over 14k readers.
- Trained new writers and editors on content creation processes, maintaining copy quality.
- Drove continuous content improvement, cultivating cross-functional relationships with marketing teams to obtain relevant input.
Web Managing Editor
The Shakerite
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Managed the website, wrote the budget, ran social media, and helped to manage a full staff at Shaker Heights High School.
- Formatted content for maximum scannability and readability.
- Completed project work within tight turnaround times ahead of publication.
Admissions Ambassador
Boston University
09.2022 - Current
- Built strong relationships with prospective students, addressing concerns and answering questions to facilitate informed decisions.
- Maintained thorough knowledge of institutional programs and policies, effectively communicating information to prospective students.
Beauty Advisor
Ulta Beauty
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted guests, organized inventory, and worked on the register.
- Consistently maximized sales revenue, recommending additional and complementary products based on guest interests and items already selected for purchase.
- Maintained high standards of organization, quality, and appearance of the store, following merchandising guidelines to ensure constant shelf product availability.
- Effectively promoted brand loyalty and guest service programs.
Hostess and Cashier
Pizzazz on the Circle
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Cultivated positive guest relations by managing reservation information and orchestrating speedy seatings.
- Used cash registers and POS systems to request and record customer orders and compute transactions.
- Completed opening and closing procedures each day.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Journalism
Boston University
Boston, MA 08.2022 -
Bachelor of Science - Journalism
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 08.2021 - 08.2022
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Adobe Lightroom
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Photojournalism
- Creative production processes
- Network building
- Social analytics and reporting
- Content publishing tools
- Adaptability
- Media Outreach
Timeline
Intern
The Grand Social
10.2023 - 12.2023
Music Intern
CK Communications
06.2023 - 08.2023
Music Reporter and Photographer
Channel Sounds
10.2022 - Current
Admissions Ambassador
Boston University
09.2022 - Current
DJ and Photographer
WTBU
09.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Journalism
Boston University
08.2022 -
Beauty Advisor
Ulta Beauty
05.2022 - 08.2022
Assistant Engagement Editor
The Diamondback
11.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Journalism
University of Maryland
08.2021 - 08.2022
Web Managing Editor
The Shakerite
09.2020 - 08.2021
Hostess and Cashier
Pizzazz on the Circle
06.2020 - 08.2021