Riley Courtney
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Versatile Content Writer proficient in researching, writing and editing diverse content. Strong work ethic, focused literary analysis and research skills, with an attention to detail. Talented at crafting dynamic written pieces, informative research projects, and editing and organizing content that resonates with and inspires readers.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista
Kofenya Coffee
Oxford, OH
01.2024 - Current
- Handled customer orders, payments, and special requests while maintaining a positive guest experience
- Balanced multiple responsibilities including drink preparation, register operation, and cleaning tasks
- Communicated clearly with coworkers to coordinate orders and maintain workflow
Camper Unit Specialist
YMCA Camp Ernst
Burlington, KY
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Provided support for a unit of camp counselors
- Contacted and communicated with parents and guardians
- Organized and facilitated camp-wide activities for more than 500 campers and counselors
- Created unit schedules and adapted to meet the needs of campers and staff throughout the week
- Managed conflict between campers and other campers, as well as between staff and other staff
Education
Master of Arts - English
Miami University
Oxford, Ohio01-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing and English Literature
Miami University
Oxford, Ohio12-2025
Accomplishments
Scholarships Earned
- Redhawk Excellence Scholarship (2022 - 2026)
- Prodesse Scholarship (2022 - 2026)
- M.K. Brown & J.K. Pederson Scholarship (2023 - 2026)
- Gordon & Mary Scholarship (2023 - 2026)
Undergraduate Summer Scholar, May, 2025 - August, 2025
Conducted research and published the article, “Monastic Initiation and Transformation in Exeter Riddle 26” under Dr. Patrick Murphy
- Presented research and published article at Midwestern Modern Language Association Conference (2025)
Undergraduate Research Assistant, August 2024 - May 2025
Conducted research and served as editor for Dr. Klestinec's project, “The Good Death: Physicians, Medicine, and Early Modern Italy."
Awards Earned
- Greer Hepburn Award (2025)
- University and College Poetry Prize (2023)
- Harris S. Abrahams Poetry Prize (2023)
- Academy of American Poets, and the Marcum Sedam Award (2022)
Timeline
Barista
Kofenya Coffee
01.2024 - Current
Camper Unit Specialist
YMCA Camp Ernst
01.2022 - 01.2024
Master of Arts - English
Miami University
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing and English Literature
Miami University