Summary
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Work History
Education
Awards & Honors
Extracurricular Activities
Relevant coursework
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Denise Meads

Summary

As a second-year Journalism student at the University of Cincinnati with a certificate in Sports Media & Promotion, I'm eager to kickstart my career by contributing to a news organization. I bring creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, along with a strong drive to learn and grow. I'm excited to put my passion for reporting and writing into action in a professional setting.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

CECH Marketing Student Worker

University of Cincinnati
01.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in creating written, video, and image content for marketing channels.
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions, contributing fresh ideas that led to innovative marketing initiatives.
  • Researched interesting and relevant content to capture interest and improve site traffic.

Social Media Manager

Turn The Page Consulting
08.2023 - Current
  • Implemented SEO best practices in social media content to improve visibility and drive website traffic.
  • Tracked social media metrics to determine audience growth rate, volume and reach.
  • Developed and implemented strategic social media marketing plans.

After School Group Leader

YMCA
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Guided children through engaging and productive activities to foster fun learning environment.
  • Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Supervised recreational activities such as sports, board games, and arts and crafts.

Summer Camp Counselor

YMCA
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Showed leadership skills by motivating campers to participate in team-building activities.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and commitment toward providing a fun learning experience for the kids.
  • Developed strong organizational skills by planning and executing daily camp activities for a group of children aged 6 to 12.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Journalism

University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
05.2027

Awards & Honors

  • Dean's List
  • UC AACRC Transitions Graduate

Extracurricular Activities

  • UC Honor's Program
  • Sisters Impacting Sisters Executive Board
  • UC AACRC's Spring Break Tour Planning Committee
  • Sports Contributor for The News Record
  • National Association of Black Journalists Member
  • Lexington Sister Cities Exchange Program

Relevant coursework

  • Media Law & Ethics
  • Reporting & Writing
  • Sports Administration
  • Community, Identity & Sport

Timeline

CECH Marketing Student Worker

University of Cincinnati
01.2025 - Current

After School Group Leader

YMCA
09.2024 - 12.2024

Summer Camp Counselor

YMCA
05.2024 - 08.2024

Social Media Manager

Turn The Page Consulting
08.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Journalism

University of Cincinnati
Denise Meads