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Shelby Emery

Norman,Oklahoma

Summary

Versatile journalism student and editor with 3 years of experience in print and digital journalism. Skilled in editing, leadership and multifaceted writing and reporting. Seeking a role offering chances to report and story tell in innovative and engaging ways.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Culture Editor

OU Daily
08.2024 - Current
  • Managed editorial production of annual "Best of Norman" publication
  • Managed desk of 10 reporters by holding weekly meetings and check-ins and guiding in story production
  • Edited stories for clarity, accuracy, grammar, punctuation, style guidelines and story quality
  • Collaborated with various desks to produce meaningful stories

Writing Staff

The Campus Edit
12.2023 - Current
  • Writing monthly feature stories for newly founded fashion magazine based at University of Oklahoma

Senior News Reporter

OU Daily
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Covered 1-2 stories per week, interviewing sources and thoroughly researching to produce credible stories across various beats
  • Attended and reported on meetings for key city groups, writing stories about Norman City Council decisions and education
  • Reported live updates at Board of Regents meeting

Assistant Culture Editor

OU Daily
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Worked closely with culture editor to manage desk of reporters and craft innovative ways to tell stories
  • Conducted written and on-camera interviews with musicians performing at Norman Music Festival
  • Assisted with editing and production of "Best of Oklahoma" magazine while writing feature stories

Senior Culture Reporter

OU Daily
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Adhered to deadlines covering 1-2 stories per week
  • Reported on a music beat, covering stories about local concerts and key musicians in the community, consistently offering insight into the role of the arts in a community
  • Maintained versatility in reporting by covering stories across several beats

Barista

Starbucks
01.2022 - Current
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Collaborated with coworkers to work as a team.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.

Public Relations Member

Speakers Bureau
08.2021 - 05.2024
  • Served as photographer and videographer for yearly events, taking photos of crowds and key speakers
  • Collaborated with team members to design creative graphics to engage followers and gain interest in organization

Culture Reporter

OU Daily
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Wrote feature stories while adhering to deadlines about arts, business and community and student events
  • Conducted interviews using intentional questions to gain several perspectives on a story
  • Developed expertise in covering various beats, demonstrating versatility and adaptability as a reporter.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

Gaylord College of Journalism And Mass Communications, The University of Oklahoma
12.2024

Skills

  • Premiere Pro
  • Final Cut
  • Photoshop
  • AP Style Writing/Editing
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Video editing
  • Visual storytelling
  • Social media management
  • Team building
  • HTML/CSS

Timeline

Culture Editor

OU Daily
08.2024 - Current

Senior News Reporter

OU Daily
05.2024 - 07.2024

Assistant Culture Editor

OU Daily
01.2024 - 05.2024

Writing Staff

The Campus Edit
12.2023 - Current

Senior Culture Reporter

OU Daily
08.2023 - 12.2023

Culture Reporter

OU Daily
01.2023 - 05.2023

Barista

Starbucks
01.2022 - Current

Public Relations Member

Speakers Bureau
08.2021 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

Gaylord College of Journalism And Mass Communications, The University of Oklahoma

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