Hello, I'm Barrett Walsh
Orlando,FL
Summary
Photojournalist and multimedia storyteller with a proven track record of capturing impactful visual narratives across diverse subjects. Known for strong communication and meticulous attention to detail in fast-paced environments. Demonstrated ability to thrive in breaking news situations while maintaining a collaborative and skilled approach.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Data Journalist
GBH and Spark!
Boston, MA
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed documents by organizing forms, making photocopies, filing records, preparing correspondence, and creating reports.
- Obtained scanned records and uploaded into database.
- Identified problems associated with database and worked with software providers to resolve issues.
Photojournalist
Daily Free Press
Boston, MA
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Captured impactful moments in weekly news, sports, and cultural events across Greater Boston Area.
- Produced high-quality photojournalism under tight deadlines for print and online publication.
- Collaborated with editors to create visual assignments that strengthened news narratives.
Reporter
Squinch Magazine
Boston, MA
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Developed innovative arts and culture features highlighting events, releases, and artists through visual storytelling.
- Conducted interviews and compiled essential information for immersive narratives.
- Curated and managed multimedia content, ensuring readiness for publication across multiple platforms.
Media Manager
Visualizing Energy
Boston, MA
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Increased brand awareness through creation of innovative print and digital productions for major publications.
- Streamlined operational processes and workflow to increase efficiency of team performance and resource allocation.
- Developed content for press releases, websites and social media.
- Supervised online and offline ad campaigns, reporting on results.
Writer
Boston Hassle
Boston, MA
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients.
Radio Host and Photographer
WTBU Radio
Boston, MA
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Produced creative radio segments focused on music, current events and lifestyle topics.
- Devised marketing and promotional campaigns to increase ratings and listener base.
- Found, researched, fact-checked and wrote scripts for relevant topics in local news.
- Facilitated live coverage of special events, promotions, and sports matches.
- Developed engaging content for listeners and guests, including competitions, interviews and phone-ins.
Visual Team Lead
FABRIO COLLECTIVE
Boston, MA
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
Gallery Assistant
Boston University Art Galleries
Boston, MA
08.2021 - 12.2024
- Informed visitors of exhibit features and highlights to promote enriching gallery experiences.
- Managed office and gallery supplies inventories and placed reorders to maintain predetermined stock levels.
- Entered financial transaction data into spreadsheets to maintain accurate financial records for accounting and tax functions.
- Addressed visitor service issues and resolved each situation to enable optimum outcome for visitor and gallery.
Associate Photographer
Little's Portraits and Grit Imaging
Orlando, FL
03.2025 - Current
- Produced high-quality images for global clients through diverse photoshoots.
- Executed professional lighting techniques to enhance visual quality in photographs.
- Delivered comprehensive event coverage, showcasing adaptability in capturing critical moments for high-profile partners.
- Managed complete image workflow, including rapid editing and efficient digital asset organization via Shootproof.
Freelance Journalist
BARRPRESS
Winter Park and Boston
01.2025 - Current
- Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.
- Cultivated strong relationships with sources and other contacts to support leads and story development.
- Utilized social media to engage readers and promote content.
- Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
- Collaborated with editors and other journalists to create compelling content.
- Photographed and edited mulitmedia stories for various audiences.
Resident Assistant
Boston University
Boston, MA
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Responded to room transfers, incident reports, and maintenance requests.
- Assisted residents with daily dental and mouth care, bath functions, and hair care.
Barista
Starbucks
Winter Park and Boston
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
Communications Intern
New Media Film Festival
Los Angeles, CA
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Developed campaigns to increase public awareness of company and engage customers.
- Proofread and edited materials prepared by all staff to check and correct spelling, grammar, and style.
- Prepared social media posts and videos with eye for viral content strategies.
- Assisted with marketing strategy development to increase public awareness and customer engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Journalism and Media
05.2025
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom
- Photo management and editing
- Studio and natural lighting
- Composition techniques
- Digital asset management
- Camera operation (Canon, Nikon, Sony)
- Visual storytelling
- Video editing (Premiere Pro, Audition)
- Graphic design (Canva, InDesign)
- Website development (Squarespace)
- Social media strategy
- Video production
- Written communication
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Data visualization (Tableau)
- Copyediting skills
- Version control (GitHub)
- Programming languages (R, Python)
- Database management (SQLite)
- Data cleaning (OpenRefine)
- Reference management (Zotero)
- Audio production (Logic Pro)
References
References available upon request.
Engagement
- Boston Cares Volunteer
- Down Under Yoga Community Connector
- First Year Student Outreach Program
- New Hope for Kids Grief Facilitator
- Community Event Planner for StuGov
Awards
- Federal Pell Grant Recipient
- Bright Futures Scholar
- Jim Harbin Film Award
- Girl Scout Gold Award
- Kiwanis Student of the Year
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Personal Projects
Earth to Humanity Collective (11/2022 - Present)
Collective of artists and educators focused on sustainability and change.
Tech? Check (08/2020 - 05/2022)
Service Program dedicated to helping communities with technology.
BLM Depop (05/2020 - 12/2020)
Clothing drive and sale to raise money for the Black Lives Matter movement.
Blue Eyes Rosy Cheeks (05/2018 - Present)
Personal blog on my website, designed and edited by me.
Timeline
Associate Photographer - Little's Portraits and Grit Imaging
03.2025 - Current
Freelance Journalist - BARRPRESS
01.2025 - Current
Data Journalist - GBH and Spark!
01.2024 - 12.2024
Photojournalist - Daily Free Press
08.2023 - 01.2025
Reporter - Squinch Magazine
08.2023 - 01.2025
Media Manager - Visualizing Energy
06.2023 - 12.2024
Writer - Boston Hassle
08.2022 - 12.2023
Radio Host and Photographer - WTBU Radio
08.2022 - 12.2023
Resident Assistant - Boston University
08.2022 - 05.2024
Communications Intern - New Media Film Festival
05.2022 - 08.2022
Visual Team Lead - FABRIO COLLECTIVE
01.2022 - 12.2024
Gallery Assistant - Boston University Art Galleries
08.2021 - 12.2024
Barista - Starbucks
06.2021 - 12.2022
Boston University, School of Communication - Bachelor of Science, Journalism and Media