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Mara Rose Callahan

Summary

I am an undergraduate student passionate about storytelling and creative expression through design techniques. Six years in student publication with three years experience in an editorial position has offered me valuable insight in team collaboration in a fast-paced newsroom environment. A love for literature has led me to strong writing and editing skills as well as an eye for timely stories.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Peer Writing Tutor

Truman State University Writing Center
08.2024 - Current
  • Provided guidance on proper citation styles, helping students avoid plagiarism while strengthening their research skills.
  • Collaborated with fellow tutors to create a welcoming and supportive environment for students seeking assistance.
  • Assisted students in understanding assignment requirements, resulting in clearer and more focused written work.
  • Supported students in strengthening their English language proficiency through targeted grammar instruction and practice exercises.

Feature's Editor

The Truman State University Index
08.2023 - Current
  • Led brainstorming sessions to generate new story ideas that appealed to target audiences.
  • Enhanced publication quality by meticulous editing and proofreading of feature articles.
  • Successfully met tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards in feature editing tasks.
  • Fostered a collaborative work environment for creative brainstorming and idea generation among team members.

Cashier

Enjoy Pure Food + Drink
05.2022 - Current
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.

Marketing Intern

Dazium Design Solutions
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Assisted in creating written, video, and image content.
  • Researched interesting and relevant content to capture interest and improve site traffic.
  • Contributed to the creation of compelling content for company blog, newsletter, and website.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

Truman State University
Kirksville, MO
05-2027

High school or equivalent -

St. Teresa's Academy
Kansas City, MO
05-2023

Skills

  • Content editing
  • Creative writing
  • Proofreading accuracy
  • Visual storytelling
  • Constructive feedback
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Layout design
  • Time management
  • Relationship building
  • Keyword optimization

Timeline

Peer Writing Tutor

Truman State University Writing Center
08.2024 - Current

Marketing Intern

Dazium Design Solutions
05.2024 - 08.2024

Feature's Editor

The Truman State University Index
08.2023 - Current

Cashier

Enjoy Pure Food + Drink
05.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

Truman State University

High school or equivalent -

St. Teresa's Academy