Elizabeth Vinson

Bilingual, award-winning communications professional, journalist, editor, and photographer with a proven track record of success in reporting on immigration injustices at the U.S.-Mexico border. Feature and enterprise reporter with expert understanding of AP style grammar and working knowledge of U.S. policy issues hindering equity for all. Passionate about developing and pitching compelling material for online and print publications advocating for social justice change. Strong organizational skills, research capabilities, and public speaking abilities thrive in high-pressure atmospheres. Extensive experience working with low-income Latinx youth and families through advocacy, interpretation, outreach, volunteer work, and ESL instruction. Diligent and proactive with competence in various computer technologies and software. Excel in diverse work settings where justice, equity, and inclusion are at the forefront. Fast and eager learner with excellent critical and analytical thinking skills. Creativly brainstorm new ideas for publication or campaigns. Proficient in Adobe Photoshop from prior roles as a professional photographer. Prior work as a language instructor and providing social services assistance for the Latinx community in Alabama. Fluent in Spanish.

Awarded first place for my story on abuses sustained by Black men while held in ICE detention in Georgia. 

Competed in the International Photography Exhibit held in Montgomery, Alabama, where my photograph was awarded the top prize out of 300 photographers.