Murphy Everdell
Ridgefield
Summary
Experienced with coordinating volunteer activities and supporting community programs. Skilled in digital media production and journalistic writing. Utilizes organizational and interpersonal skills to promote effective project execution. Knowledge of building strong community relations and enhancing engagement.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
WJMC Conference Attendee
Media Co-Chair for Connect315
Renée Crown University Honors Program
Writer for The Ridgefielder
Babysitting
Cashier and Inventory at Tubby Tims Tree Lot
Intern for Ridgefield Board of Ed. Communications
Communications Coordinator Alison Pratt and Superintendent Dr. Susie Da Silva
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Interviewed students on their internships and authored my own column in the district-wide weekly newsletter.
- Assisted Alison Pratt with editing and producing the newsletter as a whole.
- Recorded a podcast with Dr. Wes DeSantis (Director of Educational Technology) about the work I was doing.
- Created daily posts on the Ridgefield Public Schools Instagram, updating the community.
- Attended daily meetings with Alison Pratt to discuss upcoming projects and objectives for the day.
- Worked under Dr. Da Silva to help expand Mental Health initiatives at Ridgefield High School.
Public Relations Officer for Class of 2025
Ridgefield High School Student Government
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Created and distributed posts and flyers to announce upcoming events, encouraging community engagement and involvement.
- Operated the senior class Instagram account.
- Filmed and created digital content for the senior class TikTok.
- Fostered communication among peers within the Student Government organization by sending updates and reminders.
- Attended twice-weekly Student Government body meetings before school.
- Brainstormed and attended community outreach and fundraising events.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY05-2029
High School Diploma -
Ridgefield High School
Ridgefield, CT05-2025
Skills
- Journalistic writing and reporting, Digital production skills (Canva, CapCut, etc), Interviewing, Creating and producing podcasts
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Interests
- Political Journalism
- Soccer
- Outdoor Adventure (hiking, canoeing, backpacking)
- Travel
- Music
Timeline
Intern for Ridgefield Board of Ed. Communications
Communications Coordinator Alison Pratt and Superintendent Dr. Susie Da Silva
05.2025 - 06.2025
Public Relations Officer for Class of 2025
Ridgefield High School Student Government
09.2024 - 05.2025
WJMC Conference Attendee
Media Co-Chair for Connect315
Renée Crown University Honors Program
Writer for The Ridgefielder
Babysitting
Cashier and Inventory at Tubby Tims Tree Lot
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
Syracuse University
High School Diploma -
Ridgefield High School
Awards
- Finalist in the Ridgefield High School Poetry Out Loud Competition
- Top 10% in the John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest