Rebecca Carroll
Brooklyn
Summary
Experienced in storytelling and cultural critique, accomplished writer, live event and audio host, curator, and producer. Strong background in developing and directing multi-platform storytelling projects. Specialize in creating engaging and impactful events that captivate audiences. Successfully crafted narratives that provoke thought and inspire change.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Opinion Writer
The Guardian
Managing Editor
HuffPost Black Voices
Managing Editor
PAPER Magazine
Editor in Chief
The Independent Film & Video Monthly
Founding Member/Editor at Large
The Meteor
12.2020 - Current
- Championed corporate social responsibility initiatives that positively impacted local communities while enhancing brand reputation globally.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and deliver exceptional results for clients.
- Mentored junior team members to foster their professional development and career progression.
- Identified emerging trends in the industry, positioning the company as an early adopter of innovative solutions.
- Fostered a culture of innovation within the organization by encouraging experimentation with new ideas and technologies.
- Built an extensive network of professional contacts within the industry which was leveraged for partnership opportunities.
- Led a diverse team of professionals, promoting collaboration, creativity, and a positive work environment.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Collaborated with writers to improve content structure and clarity, resulting in increased reader engagement.
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
Creator, Writer & Host
Paramount Pictures/ Spoke Media/ Audible
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Facilitated clear communication between design team members, ensuring project goals were met on time and within budget constraints.
- Identified target audiences to analyze characteristics, behavior, and media habits.
- Increased brand awareness through the creation of eye-catching promotional materials for events, trade shows, and industry conferences.
- Initiated collaborations with influencers, boosting brand recognition and outreach.
- Developed comprehensive content calendar to streamline production and ensure timely release of material.
- Provided mentorship to junior creators, enhancing team capability and output.
- Managed project requirements and accomplished objectives by self-monitoring progress and promptly solving issues.
- Collaborated with editors to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style across various platforms.
- Adapted writing styles based on different platforms such as social media, blog posts, and print materials.
Cultural Critic, Host, and Editor of Special Projects
WNYC/ New York Public Radio
10.2015 - 10.2020
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality editorial work.
- Enhanced publication quality by diligently proofreading and editing articles for grammar, spelling, and consistency.
- Kept up-to-date on industry trends and emerging topics to ensure the relevancy of published materials.
- Collaborated with writers to improve content structure and clarity, resulting in increased reader engagement.
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Developed style guides and editorial processes to maintain a consistent voice across all published materials.
- Maintained open lines of communication with authors throughout the editing process, resulting in smoother collaborations.
- Oversaw editing and publication of several award-winning articles.
- Developed partnerships with influencers to expand content reach and visibility.
- Curated diverse range of topics, broadening publication's appeal to wider audience.
- Initiated community engagement programs, increasing audience loyalty and feedback.
- Coordinated with writers to refine article ideas, leading to more engaging content.
- Fostered collaborative environment, encouraging open communication among editorial staff.
- Wrote and created content for various topics and mediums.
- Collaborated with design, editorial and marketing departments to meet desired content goals.
Director of Digital Media & Marketing
Scenarios USA
10.2014 - 10.2015
- Increased digital engagement by implementing innovative marketing strategies and campaigns.
- Optimized user experience through continuous website improvements and design updates.
- Took ownership and drove digital operations team to deliver quality products on-time following Agile lean software development process.
Producer
The Charlie Rose Show
03.1997 - 09.1999
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Coordinated logistics, schedules, and talent management for smooth production flow and optimal results.
- Conducted thorough pre-production planning sessions, ensuring all stakeholders were aligned on project objectives and timelines.
- Liaised with directors, actors and other creative staff to successfully complete projects.
- Fostered relationships with key industry players, leading to collaborative opportunities and shared resources.
Education
B.A. - Nonfiction Writing
Hampshire College
Amherst, MASkills
- Editorial strategy
- Effective communication
- Persuasive writing
- Networking strategies
- Collaborative mindset
- Cultural sensitivity
- Originality
- Interviewing techniques
- Idea brainstorming
- Political awareness
- Opinion development
Author Books
- I Know What the Red Clay Looks Like: The Voice and Vision of Black Women Writers, an updated and expanded 30th anniversary edition, 2024, Haymarket
- Surviving the White Gaze: A Memoir, 2021, Simon & Schuster
- Saving the Race: Conversations on Du Bois from a Collective Memoir of Souls, 2007, Penguin/Random House
- Uncle Tom or New Negro: African Americans Reflect on Booker T. Washington and UP FROM SLAVERY 100 Years Later, 2006, Penguin/Random House
- Sugar in the Raw: Voices of Young Black Girls in America, 1997, Penguin/Random House
- Swing Low: Black Men Writing, 1995, Random House
- I Know What the Red Clay Looks Like: The Voice and Vision of Black Women Writers, 1994, Random House
Writer And Cultural Critic
- The New York Times
- New York magazine
- The Washington Post
- The Atlantic
- Harper’s Bazaar
- Essence
- InStyle
- The Nation
- Ebony
- The Hollywood Reporter
- Esquire
- The Columbia Journalism Review
- Bustle
- The Criterion Collection
Timeline
Founding Member/Editor at Large
The Meteor
12.2020 - Current
Creator, Writer & Host
Paramount Pictures/ Spoke Media/ Audible
12.2020 - 04.2021
Cultural Critic, Host, and Editor of Special Projects
WNYC/ New York Public Radio
10.2015 - 10.2020
Director of Digital Media & Marketing
Scenarios USA
10.2014 - 10.2015
Producer
The Charlie Rose Show
03.1997 - 09.1999
Opinion Writer
The Guardian
Managing Editor
HuffPost Black Voices
Managing Editor
PAPER Magazine
Editor in Chief
The Independent Film & Video Monthly
B.A. - Nonfiction Writing
Hampshire College
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