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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

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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

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