Myesha Phukan
Los Altos,CA
Summary
Committed to learning and furthering interest in investigative journalism and human rights law. Self-directed and meticulous with success in multiple literary fields and public policy. Detail-oriented with excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Reporter
Midpeninsula Post
08.2023 - Current
- Developed relationships with sources and contacts to gain additional insight.
- Collaborated with other journalists and departments to produce well-rounded and comprehensive news coverage.
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Creative Writer
Incandescent Review
05.2023 - Current
- Fostered an inclusive poetic community by actively promoting underrepresented voices within the field of literature.
- Provided writing support for various projects and departments.
- Delved into unique themes and subjects with each work to enhance artistic growth and skill.
Student Advisory Board Member
Anna Eshoo
01.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address pressing social issues, generating innovative solutions through research and analysis.
- Drafted articles, letters, reports and technical documents on policy and public affairs issues for publication.
- Advanced organization's legislative and political agenda through advocacy initiatives.
- Delivered political subject matter expertise to government representatives and civic officials.
Newspaper Editor
MVHS Oracle
08.2022 - Current
- Edited and reviewed content for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Championed investigative journalism projects that led to impactful stories on local community issues.
- Drove accuracy of content through careful proofreading and fact-checking.
- Conducted editorial meetings with staff members to collaborate and review proposed publication suggestions.
- Provided concise and constructive editorial feedback to writers to improve article and story writing.
Youth Leader
Santa Clara County Youth Poet Laureate Program
01.2020 - Current
- Co-led workshop to local teachers at SJSU Arts as Emancipatory Education Conference (2022) surrounding the importance of poetry in the classroom
- Assisted in designing youth programs to foster personal growth and leadership development.
- Collaborated with fellow poets to organize live poetry events, expanding local community involvement.
- Participated in public readings at libraries, bookstores, and other cultural venues to showcase personal works and build connections within the literary community.
- Offered live performances of written works at public gatherings and special events.
- Participated in Youth Speaks Unified Poetry Slam and won first place.
- 2022 and 2023 Finalist for Santa Clara County Youth Poet Laureate
Volunteer
American Cancer Society Discover Shop
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Participated in regular inventory counts, allowing for accurate record-keeping and better decision-making regarding merchandise ordering.
Intern
Athena Camps
07.2022 - 07.2022
- Ensured camper safety by strictly adhering to camp guidelines and supervising all activities closely.
- Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
- Boosted camp morale with daily team-building exercises, fostering a positive environment for all participants.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Intern
Takshashila Institution
03.2020 - 06.2020
- Gathered data on the effects of COVID-19 on teenagers in India and the United States
- Collaborated with other interns to write a comparative study including statistics and summaries
- Attended meetings and presentations to learn project details.
- Visualized research findings through data tables, graphs and presentations.
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High School
Mountain View, CA06.2025
Skills
- Creative Writing
- Interviewing
- Investigative Reports
- Media law knowledge
- Policy evaluation
- Policy Interpretation
- Written Communication
- AP Style
Accomplishments
- 2023 YoungArts Award Winner in Poetry.
- 2023 Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition from Congresswoman Anna Eshoo.
- 2023 Student Press Law Center New Voices Student Leader.
- 2022 and 2023 Santa Clara County Youth Poet Laureate Finalist.
- 2023 Amanda Gorman Future Voices Poetry Prize Honorable Mention.
- 2022 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Gold Key Winner in Journalism and Poetry.
- 2022 Youth Speaks Unified Poetry Slam Champion.
Timeline
Reporter
Midpeninsula Post
08.2023 - Current
Creative Writer
Incandescent Review
05.2023 - Current
Student Advisory Board Member
Anna Eshoo
01.2023 - Current
Newspaper Editor
MVHS Oracle
08.2022 - Current
Intern
Athena Camps
07.2022 - 07.2022
Volunteer
American Cancer Society Discover Shop
01.2021 - 05.2023
Intern
Takshashila Institution
03.2020 - 06.2020
Youth Leader
Santa Clara County Youth Poet Laureate Program
01.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High School
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