Emily Carreon
Pleasant Hill,IA
Summary
Energetic and detail-oriented recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Communications with 3 years of hands-on experience in writing, media production, and strategic communication. Passionate about crafting compelling narratives and delivering impactful content across digital and traditional platforms. Adept at research, editing, and audience engagement, with a strong foundation in journalistic ethics and multimedia storytelling. Eager to contribute creativity and clarity to a dynamic communications or journalism team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Style Team Member
Target
Altoona, IA
06.2025 - Current
- Assisted team in maintaining store organization and cleanliness standards.
- Engaged with customers to provide style advice and product knowledge.
- Kept updated records of stock levels in order to maintain proper inventory management.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering questions, offering advice, and helping customers find items they were looking for.
Editorial Apprentice
Dotdash Meredith
Iowa, Iowa
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Conducted research, fact-checked content, and edited articles to ensure accuracy and quality for publication.
- Collaborated with editorial staff to brainstorm, develop, and pitch content ideas.
- Managed content workflows by tracking deadlines, coordinating with contributors, and organizing material.
- Curated, scheduled, and published engaging social media content, maintaining consistent brand voice and tone.
Communications Intern
Iowa State University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Iowa, Iowa
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Drafted and edited news articles and website content highlighting student, faculty, and alumni achievements.
- Supported the execution of email marketing campaigns, including writing and formatting newsletters.
- Collaborated with college departments to promote academic programs, events, and initiatives.
Student Proctor
Iowa State University Testing Centers
Ames, Iowa
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Enforced academic integrity policies by identifying and addressing suspicious behavior.
- Supervised exam environments to maintain fairness and security.
- Provided clear instructions while resolving technical and logistical issues during exams.
Reporter
Iowa State Daily
Iowa, Iowa
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Pursued and developed stories for assignment, covering topics that are academic related.
- Wrote pieces and news stories for online publication, coordinating facts and sources.
- Identified and secured multiple information sources for each story to provide accurate and credible information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Journalism and Mass Communications, English
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05.2025
Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, InCopy, Photoshop)
- Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Social media management tools
- AP style proficiency
- Copyediting and proofreading
- Source outreach strategies
- Content creation
- Editorial collaboration
Timeline
Style Team Member
Target
06.2025 - Current
Editorial Apprentice
Dotdash Meredith
09.2024 - 05.2025
Communications Intern
Iowa State University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
02.2023 - 05.2024
Student Proctor
Iowa State University Testing Centers
09.2022 - 10.2023
Reporter
Iowa State Daily
09.2022 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Journalism and Mass Communications, English
Iowa State University