Maggie Gioia
Media Professional
Oakdale,NY
Summary
I am an early graduate of Hofstra University, where I earned my B.A. in journalism. With 6 years of experience, I am a seasoned writer and content creator who aims to work in the media industry. As demonstrated throughout my young career, I am enthusiastic, tenacious and welcome a challenge.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender, Beverage Cart, Bridal Attendant, Server
ClubCorp USA Inc.
Hauppauge, NY
07.2018 - Current
- Dedicated food service and hospitality worker skilled in customer service, food handling, preparation and point of scale transactions
- Utilized knowledge of mixed beverages, specialty liquors and craft beers to serve customers and support waitstaff
- Executed aesthetic vision and expertise by aiding event planners and photographers
Contributing Writer
Hofstra Chronicle, Long Island Advocate
Hempstead, NY
09.2018 - 05.2021
- Performed research on a variety of topics
- Analyzed and interpreted findings by breaking down data and conveying in a clear, concise manner
- Uncovered timely, relevant, newsworthy stories
- Interviewed and established a relationship with key people
- Pitched and created striking, objective, accurate multimedia content for publication
- Conduct AP Style writing and copyediting
- Stay up-to-date with local, national and international affairs
Head Writer
Hofstra Votes Live
Hempstead, NY
10.2020 - 11.2020
- Won Best All Around Television Newscast from the Society of Professional Journalism Region I Mark of Excellence Awards
- Wrote the anchor and voiceover script for the live national news coverage of the 2020 election
- Ensured proper flow and organization of the show
- Gathered leads for possible stories as the show unfolded by monitoring AP Newsroom
- Input new content in ENPS in real time
Media Director
NYS Assembly Campaign Of Judy Graham
New York, NY
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Managed online and social media campaigns for client, effectively driving brand awareness and engagement by over 500% on Instagram and other social media platforms
- Created and edited multimedia content for such platforms
- Proposed and spearheaded promotional strategies by determining and catering to their target audience for best viewership
- Researched current trends, analytics and news relevant to the campaign
- Assisted in website creation and administration
- Production assistant to weekly broadcast “Tuesday’s with Judy” and television show “City Matters” on the MNN Network
Editor in Chief
Pulse Magazine
Hempstead, NY
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Coordinated and oversaw staff in the generation of the bi-yearly print and online magazine
- Reviewed all articles, graphics and photographs for accuracy and efficacy, providing suggestions for improvement where necessary
- Personally produced an investigative multimedia piece
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY 09.2018 - 05.2021
Skills
Google Suite
Adobe Suite
SEO Training and Analytics
Social Media Tools
Photo, Video and Audio
B2C Marketing
Multi-platform Website Creation and Administration
Involvement
- Member of Lambda Pi Eta, National Communications Honor Society
- Member of the Society of Professional Journalists
- Hofstra University Provost Scholars Award Scholarship and Dean's List recipient, 2018-2021
- 16 years of competitive and rehabilitation-based equestrian experience
Timeline
Head Writer
Hofstra Votes Live
10.2020 - 11.2020
Media Director
NYS Assembly Campaign Of Judy Graham
08.2020 - 11.2020
Editor in Chief
Pulse Magazine
01.2020 - 06.2020
Contributing Writer
Hofstra Chronicle, Long Island Advocate
09.2018 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Hofstra University
09.2018 - 05.2021
Bartender, Beverage Cart, Bridal Attendant, Server
ClubCorp USA Inc.
07.2018 - Current