Jessica Mejia
Columbia,SC
Summary
Hardworking Digital Content Producer skilled in writing, editing and proofreading written content. Excellent editorial judgment and experience with interviewing industry experts and compiling comprehensive research. Awarded the Character Recognition Award for displaying a high level of workmanship, integrity, and good attitude.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Content Producer
ABC Columbia News
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Wrote, edited and published local, state, and national news for the station's website
- Created and managed social media posts across Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter
- Utilized Echobox to schedule posts and updated graphics
- Incorporated SEO best practices and guidelines
- Live-streamed press conferences and live events
- Filled in as producer for noon show and directed co-anchors, ran teleprompter, and timed show
Marketing and Social Media Manager
Blythewood Historical Society and Museum
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Utilized social media accounts to attract higher attendance and drive engagement
- Created engaging marketing and social media uploads (Instagram and Facebook) posts on a regular basis
- Attended events to acquire testimonials and photographs from attendees to assist with marketing goals
- Brainstormed with board members and collaborated with event committees for marketing strategies
- Connected with local publications (newspaper and magazines) for ad placements to attract a wider audience
Library Technician
Richland Library
03.2021 - 08.2022
- Created blog content to help market collection and services to the greater community
- Maintained collection by shelf-reading and shifting, repairing books and audio/visual cases, selecting new materials and processing them
- Interacted with other departments to request material approvals, & troubleshooting with IT
- Conducted storytime, created craft kits, and developed and maintained monthly displays
- Joined Toastmasters International to strengthen communication, public speaking, and leadership skills
Media Specialist Assistant
E.L. Wright Middle School
12.2018 - 12.2020
- Received Character Recognition Award for displaying a high level of workmanship, integrity, and good attitude
- Promoted and disseminated school news through WeVideo and edited the school news script
- Designed library website and created presentation materials for principal for board meetings
- Attended community outreach to communicate information about the school and gauge student's needs
- Shelved and cataloged books, periodicals, audiovisual, and other learning resources
Contributing Reporter
The Columbia Star Newspaper
10.2014 - 01.2018
- Wrote News, Arts & Culture, Education, Food, Health and Travel stories weekly
- Photographed and interviewed individuals and businesses
Digital Writing Intern
Woman's Day and Country Living Magazine
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Utilized Pinterest and social media platforms for research and story ideas
- Updated and built food galleries, and created pins for 4-5 food galleries a day
- Delivered creative, high-quality articles and galleries on food, celebrities, interior design, and viral/trending news
- Communicated with bloggers and companies for permission to use their photos
Editorial Intern
Dr. Oz: The Good Life Magazine
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Researched new health, food, and home-life data for print articles
- Conducted and compiled research on dietitians and bloggers, and interacted with PR firms
- Pitched stories for the 'Ask Dr. Oz Anything' and 'Oz New: Health' sections
- Transcribed interviews for Associate Lifestyle Editor and interviewed dietitians
- Managed and inventoried all incoming products for editorials
- Tracked and managed incoming packages for editors
Environmental and Travel Writing Intern
Africa Media
05.2015 - 05.2015
- Attended photography and writing workshops led by Fiona Ayerst, a photographer featured in Time magazine
- Wrote long-form pieces on animal wild-life and traveling
- Interviewed game reserve owners on environmental and animal rights issues
Co-Editor-In-Chief, The Profile
Agnes Scott College
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Revived the college newspaper after its semester hiatus
- Managed a group of thirteen writers, six editors, three photojournalists, and one PR chair
- Led writer's and editor's weekly meetings and assigned stories
- Launched Scottie Works, a blog for student's creative writing
Education
Bachelor's Degree - English Creative Writing
Agnes Scott College
Atlanta, GA05.2014
Skills
- Creative Writing
- Editing and proofreading
- Social Media
- Content Management Systems
- Google Analytics
Timeline
Digital Content Producer
ABC Columbia News
08.2022 - 08.2023
Marketing and Social Media Manager
Blythewood Historical Society and Museum
03.2022 - 11.2022
Library Technician
Richland Library
03.2021 - 08.2022
Media Specialist Assistant
E.L. Wright Middle School
12.2018 - 12.2020
Digital Writing Intern
Woman's Day and Country Living Magazine
09.2016 - 12.2016
Editorial Intern
Dr. Oz: The Good Life Magazine
06.2016 - 07.2016
Environmental and Travel Writing Intern
Africa Media
05.2015 - 05.2015
Contributing Reporter
The Columbia Star Newspaper
10.2014 - 01.2018
Co-Editor-In-Chief, The Profile
Agnes Scott College
08.2013 - 05.2014
Bachelor's Degree - English Creative Writing
Agnes Scott College
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