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Sophia Pelegrino

Detroit,MI

Summary

Based in the Metro Detroit Area. English and Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies double major with a minor in Film. Sufficient writing skills, both creative and journalistic, with education in film production. Entertainment writer for film and TV at Nerds & Beyond. Poet, creative writer, and screenwriter. Winner of "Best in Show" category at the 2022 Michigan Student Film Festival for a short documentary.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Writer

Nerds & Beyond
02.2025 - Current
  • Writing detailed reviews, recaps, listicles, etc. covering the TV and Film industry.
  • Analyzing television programs to produce thoughtful contributions to the site.
  • Engaging in entertainment news to pitch relevant article ideas.
  • Writing recaps and reviews under tight deadlines (i.e. the night of an episode's air date).

Brand Representative

Abercrombie Kids
05.2023 - Current
  • Providing excellent customer service, resulting in positive feedback and repeat business.
  • Enhancing sales performance through effective communication of product features and benefits.
  • Assisting with daily opening and closing tasks to maintain clean, neat, and professional store.
  • Handling customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Communicating product value, quality, and style to educate and entice customers.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English, Gender, Sexuality And Women's Studies

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
12-2026

Skills

  • Deadline management
  • Audience engagement
  • WordPress proficiency
  • Media relations
  • Reader-focused writing
  • Scriptwriting
  • Video editing
  • Conducting interviews
  • Editing written materials
  • Story writing
  • Problem-solving
  • Idea brainstorming
  • Social media

Timeline

Staff Writer

Nerds & Beyond
02.2025 - Current

Brand Representative

Abercrombie Kids
05.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - English, Gender, Sexuality And Women's Studies

Wayne State University
Sophia Pelegrino