Sara Winick
Tinton Falls,NJ
Summary
I am a creative and driven writer with multiple years of writing, editing, and social media experience under my belt. Throughout my time in university and as a Local Editor for Patch, I've become well-acquainted with communities throughout D.C. and New Jersey, and am always looking for a new story to tell.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
NJ Local Editor
Patch Media Corporation
Freehold, NJ
06.2024 - Current
- Report and write an average of 5-7 articles per day
- Self-edit articles for clarity, accuracy, flow, and AP style
- Stay up to date with issues in my coverage areas throughout Monmouth County and find stories that are unique and important to my readers
- Find and cultivate sources to gather news and information
- Promote my content on social media platforms
Communications Intern
Brown Bag Lit
D.C., Washington
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Design promotional graphics for social media platforms
- Host and record monthly virtual interview series Lattes & Lit
Life Managing Editor
The Eagle
D.C., Washington
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Hire and manage four section editors and sixteen staff reporters for the Life Section.
- Ensure reporters are picking up articles on a weekly basis.
- Edit all Life Section articles (avg. of 10 stories weekly) for accuracy, clarity, flow, and AP style
Couch Potatoes Podcast Co-Host
The Eagle
D.C., Washington
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Plan and record episodes on a bi-weekly basis
- Coordinate episode details with the Multimedia Managing Editor and Audio Editor
Writing Consultant
The American University Writing Center
D.C., Washington
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Coach students in academic writing, citation styles, and research best practices
- Work weekly in a hybrid model
Section Editor
The Eagle
D.C., Washington
06.2021 - 12.2023
- Pitch and edit all stories under my section (sections include: Music, Food, Fitness & Fashion, Arts & Entertainment)
- Work with reporters to coordinate story details such as photography, video, or audio elements
Marketing & Social Media Intern
Monmouth Arts
NJ, Red Bank
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Proofread and edit weekly newsletters
- Write online Art Zine articles and schedule corresponding social media posts through Sprout Social
- Post weekly Instagram story highlight reel
Education
Journalism & Creative Writing -
American University
Washington, D.C.05.2024
Skills
- Google Suite
- Adobe Suite
- Microsoft Office
- Sprout Social
- Canva
- Social Flow
- AP Style
- Editing
- Project Management
Timeline
NJ Local Editor
Patch Media Corporation
06.2024 - Current
Life Managing Editor
The Eagle
01.2024 - 05.2024
Couch Potatoes Podcast Co-Host
The Eagle
09.2023 - 05.2024
Marketing & Social Media Intern
Monmouth Arts
05.2023 - 08.2023
Communications Intern
Brown Bag Lit
04.2023 - 08.2024
Writing Consultant
The American University Writing Center
10.2022 - 05.2024
Section Editor
The Eagle
06.2021 - 12.2023
Journalism & Creative Writing -
American University