Katelyn Chicaiza
Georgetown,TX
Summary
Dynamic communication and journalism graduate from Texas A&M University, Class of 2026, equipped with practical experience in sports writing, social media strategy, and visual storytelling. Proficient in AP writing standards and skilled in publishing independent journalism content. Committed to community engagement and adept at crafting diverse media formats that resonate with audiences.
Offering strong foundation in communication and organizational skills, and eager to learn and grow within the publishing environment. Eager to leverage a strong foundation in storytelling to drive impactful communication initiatives.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Instructor
Crowd Pleasers Dance
Texas
05.2024 - Current
- Created individualized lesson plans focused on addressing diverse skill levels and accommodating various learning styles.
- Developed and implemented an innovative dance curriculum aimed at enhancing students' technical abilities and creative expression.
- Contributed to event setup initiatives and provided outstanding customer support during apparel sales and workshop facilitation.
Sports Journalism Intern
SportRelay
10.2025 - 05.2026
- Researched and drafted articles in AP style on trending MLB topics, enhancing content relevance and audience engagement.
- Collaborated with editors to refine story angles, improving clarity and impact of published pieces.
- Analyzed and adjusted SEO keyphrases to improve search engine exposure.
Social Media Intern
SportRelay
10.2025 - 05.2026
- Designed and implemented content strategies alongside interns to boost audience engagement and brand visibility.
- Led teams in executing multimedia campaigns to boost brand engagement. Oversaw implementation of SEO strategies to optimize website performance. Designed and refined brand identity for online profiles to ensure consistency.
- Designed and helped develop post templates for strategic social media engagement.
Texas A&M Student Journalist
College Station, TX
College Station, TX
10.2023 - 05.2026
- Facilitated interviews with individuals to extract compelling article ideas and relevant information for publication.
- Reviewed and refined content according to AP style guidelines while verifying facts to maintain high standards of credibility in submissions.
- Conducted in-depth research to produce compelling articles on campus events and issues potentially impactful to the student body.
Chief Student Leader
ASSIST, Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Recognized organization as 'FLO of the Year' and 'Selfless Servant Award' for leadership excellence in 2025
- Led student organization operations, event planning, and community outreach as head of organization
- Directed initiatives aimed at enhancing community involvement and support, with a focus on encouraging student engagement to build a cohesive organization.
Grocery Bagger
HEB Grocery Store
Cedar Park, TX
10.2019 - 04.2020
- Executed efficient grocery bagging while maintaining cleanliness and organization of the bagging area to uphold safety standards.
- Addressed customer product inquiries, fostering a more engaging and informative shopping environment.
- Facilitated collaboration among team members to enhance checkout efficiency during peak hours.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Minor in Journalism, Social Media Certificate
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05-2026
Skills
- Reading
- Typing
- Photography
- Multimedia Storytelling
- Social Media
- Leadership and Initiative
- Communication
- Teaching in and out of a dance setting
- Teamwork
- Adaptive
- Detail oriented through fact checking and organization
- AP style writing on deadline
Certification
- Social Media Certification, Texas A&M University - 2026
Timeline
Sports Journalism Intern
SportRelay
10.2025 - 05.2026
Social Media Intern
SportRelay
10.2025 - 05.2026
Dance Instructor
Crowd Pleasers Dance
05.2024 - Current
Chief Student Leader
ASSIST, Texas A&M University
04.2024 - 05.2025
Texas A&M Student Journalist
College Station, TX
10.2023 - 05.2026
Grocery Bagger
HEB Grocery Store
10.2019 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Minor in Journalism, Social Media Certificate
Texas A&M University