Jaylin Roberts
Greenville,NC
Summary
- The Hook, Spring 2022
- The Hook, Spring 2023
- Anchors Away, Spring 2023
- Expressions, Spring 2023
- The Hook, Fall 2023
- Rebel, Fall 2023
- The Hook, Spring 2024
- Anchors Away, Spring 2024
- Rebel, Fall 2024
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Editor-in-Chief
Pirate Media 1
Greenville, NC
06.2024 - Current
- Reviewed and edited content submitted by writers to ensure accuracy, clarity and compliance with company standards.
- Developed editorial strategies for print and digital media in order to maximize readership and engagement.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing content and assisted in developing new content that was relevant to the target audience.
- Managed a team of editors, writers and other staff members responsible for creating high-quality content.
- Provided guidance on writing style, grammar, punctuation, spelling, usage and other aspects of copywriting.
- Coordinated with designers to create visually appealing layouts for articles or publications.
- Organized layout proofs from design team to check accuracy prior to publication.
- Ensured timely delivery of all projects within budget constraints.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for editorial staff members based on quality of work produced.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions with other editors or writers regarding potential story ideas.
- Monitored the progress of each project while ensuring deadlines are met.
- Wrote stories, articles, or newsletters for publication.
- Edited digital images lightly or with advanced techniques to create desired effects.
- Assigned topics, events and stories to individual writers or reporters for coverage.
Visual Arts Editor
Pirate Media 1
Greenville, NC
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
- Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
- Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Maintained various studio equipment.
- Selected and adjusted subjects, equipment, and lighting to achieve desired effects.
- Transferred photographs to computers for editing, archiving and electronic transmission.
- Cropped, manipulated, and performed color balance for final images.
- Reviewed sets of photographs to select best work.
- Collaborated with clients to plan shoots and boost satisfaction with photos.
Customer Service Cashier
Goodwill Outlet
Virginia Beach, VA
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Processed credit card, EBT and gift certificate payments in electronic computer systems.
- Stocked shelves, racks, cases, bins, and tables with new or transferred merchandise.
- Maintained cleanliness and presentation of stock room and production floor.
- Kept check-out areas clean, organized and well-stocked to maintain attractive store.
- Answered customers' questions and provided information on store procedures or policies.
- Collected credit card and cash payments to complete transactions for customer orders.
- Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
Photographer
Pirate Media 1
Greenville, NC
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Set up lighting equipment and adjust camera settings to capture desired images.
- Organize and store digital photographs, negatives, and prints in an orderly fashion.
- Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
- Consult with clients to understand their needs and preferences for a photo shoot.
- Conduct interviews with subjects of a photoshoot to ensure comfort level during the session.
- Advise on appropriate poses, props, and backgrounds for each shot taken.
- Maintain photography equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting gear, tripods.
- Research trends in photography styles to stay up-to-date with current technologies and practices.
- Ensure safety of people involved in photo sessions by following all applicable laws and regulations.
- Photographed special events, parties, and portraits.
- Collaborated with clients to plan shoots and boost satisfaction with photos.
- Cropped, manipulated, and performed color balance for final images.
- Utilized filters, edits and after-effects to enhance photos.
- Set up lights, backdrops, and props for shoots and events.
- Set up camera control equipment, stands, and tripods for shoots.
- Saved and archived images and maintained master image library for future use.
- Developed creative concepts and themes for photo shoots in collaboration with clients.
- Directed models and subjects during photo shoots to capture desired expressions and poses.
- Edited and retouched photos using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom to enhance image quality.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Photography
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-2025
High School Diploma -
Deep Creek High School
Chesapeake, VA06-2021
Skills
- Media Relations
- Interviewing Techniques
- Audience Engagement
- Deadline Management
- Art Direction
- Influencer Collaboration
- Content Strategy
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Content Editing
- Customer Service
- Desktop and Laptop Computers
- Photography Editing
- Relationship Building
- Google Drive
- Team Collaboration
- Leadership and Task Delegation
- Originality and Creativity
- Strong Attention to Detail
- File and Records Management
- Interview techniques
- Assigning stories
- Budget Oversight
- Social Media Strategy
- Article Writing
- Offline Editing
- Proof Review and Approval
- New Stories Development
- Attention to Detail
- Stress Tolerance
- Adaptability
- Communication Skills
- Graphics and Photo Imaging
- Error Correction
Timeline
Editor-in-Chief
Pirate Media 1
06.2024 - Current
Customer Service Cashier
Goodwill Outlet
06.2023 - 08.2023
Visual Arts Editor
Pirate Media 1
05.2022 - 05.2024
Photographer
Pirate Media 1
10.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Photography
East Carolina University
High School Diploma -
Deep Creek High School