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Kelsie Choy

Tinley Park,IL

Summary

Versatile and dedicated journalist with a passion for media work, and the production of compelling stories across various platforms. Armed with a keen understanding of media dynamics and a commitment to staying up-to-date with industry trends.

I am passionate about contributing to the evolving landscape of media, where I can further develop my capabilities and engage in impactful storytelling that resonates with audiences on a global scale.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing Intern

Asian American Cultural Center
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Managed social media accounts, significantly increasing follower engagement and interaction. Implemented a content calendar and executed targeted campaigns to promote events, exhibitions, and cultural programs, resulting in a noticeable uptick in online presence
  • Helped promote cultural events and exhibitions, both online and offline. Coordinated with internal teams to ensure seamless execution of marketing strategies, resulting in increased attendance and positive feedback from attendees

Sales Associate

06.2021 - 08.2023
  • Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store products and policies
  • Helped customers find merchandise, answered questions and offered product advice

Student Reporter

University Of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
  • Conducted interviews with faculty, staff, and students
  • Researched topics related to student life and news events
  • Edited articles to ensure accuracy of facts and grammar
  • Submitted FOIA requests
  • Analyzed EXCEL sheets
  • Worked with Adobe Premiere Pro

Education

Bachelor of Science - Journalism

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL
05.2024

Skills

  • Breaking News Coverage
  • Story Editing
  • Publication Development
  • Video Editing
  • News Reporting
  • Story Development Skill
  • Content Creation
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Social Media Management
  • Social Media Digital Marketing

Leadership and Activities

Vice President (2022-2024) - Asian American Journalists Association chapter at UIUC

•  Led a diverse team of journalists, editors, and content creators through training programs and mentorship initiatives

Media Manager (2022-2024) - Asian American Journalists Association chapter at UIUC

  • Created flyers, media posts and outreached to journalist professionals

Media Team (2023-2024) - Asian American Cultural Center at UIUC

  • Helped cultivate newsletters, flyers and media promotional posts

Student Advisory Board Member (2022-2023) - UIUC College of Media

  • Led student staff through promotional methods of encouraging student engagement and involvement on campus
  • Met with College of Media Alumni to discuss goals and future plans for the journalism department

Cultural Committee (2022-2023) - Sigma Psi Zeta Sorority, Inc.

  • Organized community events open to the public such as celebrations like Lunar New Year and Women's History Month

Staff Writer (2021-2022) - The Fashion Network at UIUC

  • Organized publications for newest digital magazine issues

Timeline

Marketing Intern

Asian American Cultural Center
08.2023 - 05.2024

Sales Associate

06.2021 - 08.2023

Student Reporter

University Of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

Bachelor of Science - Journalism

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Kelsie Choy