Grace Bennett
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Aspiring journalist and documentary reporter seeking opportunities in reporting, multimedia journalism, and long-form nonfiction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Writer
Seaside Bride Magazine
, Delaware
06.2025 - Current
- Crafted wedding and lifestyle features for regional bridal publication, enhancing reader engagement and interest.
- Crafted engaging content for print and online publications.
- Conducted interviews with couples, vendors, and local businesses to create polished stories that resonate with the audience.
- Conducted interviews with vendors and brides for authentic stories.
- Researched current wedding trends and topics for feature articles.
Writer & Editor
The Minaret, University of Tampa
Tampa , FL
09.2024 - 05.2026
- Wrote and edited 15+ news and feature articles per semester, highlighting campus culture, events, and local issues to engage student audience.
- Pitched original story ideas that were adopted for print and digital publication, contributing to diverse content offerings.
- Edited peers' stories for clarity, structure, and AP Style, reducing copy errors by 30%+ before publication.
Reporting Intern
Coastal Point
Bethany Beach, DE
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Conducted 20+ interviews with diverse sources, enhancing story depth and community representation.
- Elevated article engagement by ~25% through targeted SEO headlines and refined narrative structure.
- Reported and published 2-4 stories weekly, consistently meeting print deadlines and ensuring timely delivery.
Student Editor
Tampa Review, University of Tampa
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Reviewed and evaluated 50+ literary submissions, influencing final publication selections.
- Assisted with copyediting and layout preparation, maintaining style and formatting consistency across issues.
- Collaborated in editorial meetings to ensure adherence to production timelines.
Education
B.A. - Journalism, Film & Media Arts
University of Tampa
Tampa, FL05-2026
High School Diploma -
Mercy High School
Baltimore, MD05-2022
Skills
- Content strategy
- Content Management
- Content Optimization
- Research techniques
- Editing and proofreading
- AP style proficiency
- Deadline management
Timeline
Freelance Writer
Seaside Bride Magazine
06.2025 - Current
Reporting Intern
Coastal Point
05.2025 - 09.2025
Writer & Editor
The Minaret, University of Tampa
09.2024 - 05.2026
Student Editor
Tampa Review, University of Tampa
01.2024 - 01.2025
B.A. - Journalism, Film & Media Arts
University of Tampa
High School Diploma -
Mercy High School