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Selia Hooten

Savannah,GA

Summary

Budding media strategist, well-versed in research, writing, and community engagement. Proficient in various media platforms and eager to learn new tools and techniques. Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a creative mindset, and a desire to aid in the development of innovative storytelling and collaborative media projects.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Campus Organizer

The Democratic Party of Georgia
Savannah, GA
08.2024 - 11.2024
  • Managed outreach across four higher-ed campuses, with a total student population of 36,000.
  • Hired, trained, and supervised 8 student fellows; led weekly check-ins to build engagement through the use of social media, live events, and campaign promotional materials.
  • Coordinated logistics for 10+ high-profile campus events with state and national partners, including ADA compliance, student visibility, and media outreach.

Library Attendant

University Of Georgia
Athens, GA
04.2023 - 05.2024
  • Assisted patrons with locating resources and navigating library systems.
  • Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of study areas and public spaces.
  • Processed library materials for circulation and checked in returned items.

Communications Intern

The Georgia Museum of Art
Athens, GA
04.2023 - 05.2024
  • Assisted with multimedia content creation for digital exhibits and public communications, tripling the average views and engagement on Instagram Reels.
  • Conducted research on art history topics for educational programming content.
  • Drafted press releases and contributed to media outreach efforts for exhibitions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Entertainment & Media Studies; Film Studies, Minor

Grady School of Journalism, University of Georgia
Athens, GA
08.2024

Skills

  • Multimedia writing & editing
  • Audience engagement
  • Team leadership
  • Research skills
  • Film production
  • Media Outreach

Program Experience

Writer in Residence - 10/2025

Dogtrot Writer's Residency - Wilkesboro, NC 

  • One of six writers selected; produced original nonfiction work, engaged in intensive feedback sessions, and showcased writing in public readings.

Timeline

Campus Organizer

The Democratic Party of Georgia
08.2024 - 11.2024

Library Attendant

University Of Georgia
04.2023 - 05.2024

Communications Intern

The Georgia Museum of Art
04.2023 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Entertainment & Media Studies; Film Studies, Minor

Grady School of Journalism, University of Georgia