Hannah Simerson
Wilkes-Barre,PA
Summary
Team-focused Community Development Leader possessing the skills needed to encourage activities and engagement within the community.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Development Leader
Citymark Federal Credit Union
Plains, PA
01.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategies for community engagement, outreach, and communication.
- Prepared presentations outlining proposed initiatives or programs.
- Developed innovative programs and campaigns based on an analysis of community needs and interests.
- Managed social media campaigns to raise awareness of the brand and services.
- Developed partnerships with other organizations to promote collaboration on joint projects and initiatives.
Multimedia News Reporter
Times Leader Media Group
Wilkes-Barre, PA
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Conduct interviews with sources to obtain information for stories.
- Adhere to strict production timelines while working on multiple projects at once.
- Research story background information to provide complete and accurate information.
- Cultivate relationships with sources and key figures in local area to reliably produce top-notch news coverage.
- Revise work to meet editorial approval or fit time or space requirements.
Volunteer Coordinator
Wyoming Valley Habitat for Humanity
Kingston, PA
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Managed social media pages to promote awareness and ensure correct branding.
- Maintained up-to-date volunteer calendar coordinating scheduling.
- Wrote press releases, media alerts, and other promotional materials for news coverage.
- Developed and implemented volunteer recruitment plans.
- Attended community events to promote volunteerism within the organization.
Education
Master of Arts - Publishing
Rosemont College
Bryn Mawr, PA05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - English And Communication Studies
Wilkes University
Wilkes-Barre, PA05.2022
Professional Development Experiences
- 3rd Place Finalist, CU Cross State 2025 Ambassador Contest
- News Anchor, Wilkes Now!, Wilkes University's Student-Run Television Station
- Podcast Host, 90.7 WCLH, "Don't Judge a Book by Its Movie" Program
- Opinion Writer, The Beacon, Wilkes University's Newspaper
- Persuasive Category Competitor, Wilkes University's Speech and Debate Team
- Staff Writer, The Inkwell, Wilkes University's English Department Newsletter
Timeline
Community Development Leader
Citymark Federal Credit Union
01.2024 - Current
Multimedia News Reporter
Times Leader Media Group
03.2023 - 01.2024
Volunteer Coordinator
Wyoming Valley Habitat for Humanity
04.2022 - 03.2023
Master of Arts - Publishing
Rosemont College
Bachelor of Arts - English And Communication Studies
Wilkes University