ERICA HOWARD
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
TikTok Editor
Tiger TV
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with writers to improve content structure and clarity, resulting in increased reader engagement.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality editorial work.
- Developed style guides and editorial processes to maintain a consistent voice across all published materials.
- Increased reader retention through engaging headlines and compelling story leads.
FOOD SERVICE WORKER
Eats2Seats
04.2023 - Current
- Streamlined food preparation processes for increased efficiency and reduced waste.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
NEWS REPORTER/CO-PRODUCER
Tiger TV
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Enhanced news coverage by conducting thorough research and fact-checking to ensure accuracy.
- Boosted audience engagement by delivering compelling stories using various multimedia formats such as video, audio, and written content.
- Collaborated with editors to refine story ideas for maximum impact on target audiences.
- Increased viewership through timely reporting of breaking news and developing stories.
- Established credibility as a news reporter by cultivating strong relationships with sources and maintaining ethical journalism standards.
HOSTESS
P.F. Chang's
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
- Managed reservations efficiently to accommodate walk-in guests and reduce wait times.
- Implemented table rotation system for optimal server workload distribution, resulting in improved service quality.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming atmosphere by quickly addressing spills and resetting tables after guest departure.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge05.2026
Skills
- Fact-checking
- Research
- Content Development
- Audience Analysis
- Investigative reporting
- Audience Engagement
E X P E R I E N C E
- 08/2022, Present, Tiger TV, NEWS REPORTER/CO-PRODUCER
- 04/2023, Present, Eats2Seats, FOOD SERVICE WORKER
- 08/2021, 12/2021, P.F. Chang's, HOSTESS
C O N T A C T
howarde1411@gmail.com, (713) 906-3364
S K I L L S
- Adobe Creative Suite
- AP Style
- Google Suite
- Microsoft Suite
- Customer service
A C T I V I T I E S
- Pi Beta Phi LA Beta Chapter; Homecoming committee chair, recruitment committee
- TigerTV; Wednesday Co-Producer
E D U C A T I O N
08/2022, 05/2026, Louisiana State University, Mass Communication: Broadcast Journalism
Timeline
TikTok Editor
Tiger TV
01.2024 - Current
FOOD SERVICE WORKER
Eats2Seats
04.2023 - Current
NEWS REPORTER/CO-PRODUCER
Tiger TV
08.2022 - 01.2024
HOSTESS
P.F. Chang's
08.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
Louisiana State University