Samantha Witt
Lake Mills
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Editor
Lake Mills Yearbook
Lake Mills
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Oversaw visual storytelling, layout decisions, and editorial workflow
Social Media Manager
Lake Mills Tennis Team
Lake Mills
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Created and scheduled content across social platforms
- Promoted events and increased team engagement
Editor-in-Chief
The Lariat Newspaper
Lake Mills
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Led editorial staff and managed content production
- Edited and wrote articles with a focus on storytelling and audience engagement
Volunteer
Milwaukee Film Festival
Milwaukee
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted with event setup and breakdown for screenings and panel discussions.
- Managed guest check-in processes to enhance attendee experience at events.
- Engaged with attendees to provide information about festival programming and events.
- Facilitated communication between volunteers and festival staff during busy event days.
Editor
Lake Mills Yearbook
Lake Mills
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with staff to develop engaging yearbook themes and layouts.
- Coordinated photo submissions and ensured high-quality images for yearbook sections.
- Designed pages using layout software to create visually appealing presentations.
Assistant Producer
Virginiaphobia (Short Film, Barnard College)
- Assist with production coordination, scheduling, and pre-production planning
- Support creative and logistical aspects of an independent student film
- Collaborated with directors to develop creative concepts and storyboards.
- Organized casting calls and auditions for talent selection.
Writer
Double Exposure - Columbia Film Journal
- Write film-related content with a focus on analysis and narrative structure
- Collaborated with editors to refine article drafts and ensure clarity.
Media Staff Member
CU Bacchanal
- Assist with media coverage and promotional content for Columbia University events
Photographer & Content Creator
Lake Mills Tennis
Lake Mills
- Collaborated with coaches to understand photography needs and team branding.
- Managed photo archives, ensuring easy access and organization for future use.
Photographer & Content Creator
Lake Mills Student Council
Lake Mills
- Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
- Developed engaging content for social media platforms to enhance team visibility.
- Managed daily social media interactions, responding to comments and messages promptly.
Photographer & Content Creator
Lake Mills Interact Club
Lake Mills
- Captured images of school assemblies and pep rallies.
- Caught moments of volunteer work hosted by the Interact Club.
Photographer & Content Creator
Lake Mills Yearbook
Lake Mills
- Captured images of my peers to showcase the school year.
- Lead photoshoots for various clubs and sports.
- Edited photos using digital software to enhance quality and presentation.
Photographer & Content Creator
The Lariat Newspaper
Lake Mills
- Captured images for various stories written by my team members.
- Lead a group of student photographers.
Events & Education Member
Studio 292 Club - Barnard College
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Team Member
Johnson Creek AMC Theatres
Johnson Creek
- Provided excellent customer service to enhance guest experiences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the theater environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film Studies
Barnard College, Columbia University
New York, NY01.2029
High School Diploma -
Lake Mills High School
Lake Mills, WI01.2025
Skills
- Social media content creation
- Visual storytelling
- Organization
- Scheduling
- Team collaboration
- Audience engagement
- Community building
- Video production
Locations
- Lake Mills, WI
- New York, NY
Timeline
Volunteer
Milwaukee Film Festival
04.2024 - 04.2024
Senior Editor
Lake Mills Yearbook
01.2024 - 01.2025
Social Media Manager
Lake Mills Tennis Team
01.2024 - 01.2025
Editor
Lake Mills Yearbook
01.2023 - 01.2024
Editor-in-Chief
The Lariat Newspaper
01.2022 - 01.2025
Assistant Producer
Virginiaphobia (Short Film, Barnard College)
Writer
Double Exposure - Columbia Film Journal
Media Staff Member
CU Bacchanal
Photographer & Content Creator
Lake Mills Tennis
Photographer & Content Creator
Lake Mills Student Council
Photographer & Content Creator
Lake Mills Interact Club
Photographer & Content Creator
Lake Mills Yearbook
Photographer & Content Creator
The Lariat Newspaper
Events & Education Member
Studio 292 Club - Barnard College
Team Member
Johnson Creek AMC Theatres
Bachelor of Arts - Film Studies
Barnard College, Columbia University
High School Diploma -
Lake Mills High School