TAKIER GEORGE
Editor/Writer
Arlington,VA
Summary
Versatile writer passionate about creating compelling pieces of work. Talented at crafting dynamic stories, informative articles, and persuasive copy that resonate and inspire readers. Focused on leveraging writing talents to bring audience members to emotional places.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Rhoden Fellow
ESPN's Andscape
05.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
- Participated in weekly editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
- Researched and analyzed newsworthy events, trends, and issues.
- Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.
- Reported from field locations and wrote stories under tight deadlines.
Editor-in-Chief
Sterling Notes Literary Journal
08.2021 - Current
- Oversaw and trained 10 editors, developed writers and associates, assistants, and junior editors to optimize production and quality of work.
- Developed publication website on six, blogs, and social media presence on Instagram.
- Established editorial direction and publication policies and procedures and monitored and maintained functional consistency.
- Proofread, edited, and evaluated the final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
After-school Teacher
SPARK Business Academy
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Educating 8 to 10 kindergarten to second-graders on how to count U.S currency and how to save money.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities to promote a healthy, safe environment.
- Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Intern
Smith Publicity
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted in the development of press materials.
- Researched current news trends related to targeted clients in order to popularize authors.
- Created and maintained coverage reports.
Intern
Easy Event Planning
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Wrote blogs on numerous topics
- Edited written stories and fact-checked submissions by reviewing sources.
- Worked with writers to assist with story development and research.
- Trained in Search Engine Optimization and Marketing.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Howard University
Washington, DC05.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Publishing
Columbia Publishing Course
Oxford, England 09.2024 - 10.2024
Skills
Written and Oral Report Creation
undefinedTimeline
Some College (No Degree) - Publishing
Columbia Publishing Course
09.2024 - 10.2024
Rhoden Fellow
ESPN's Andscape
05.2023 - Current
After-school Teacher
SPARK Business Academy
10.2022 - 01.2023
Intern
Smith Publicity
06.2022 - 08.2022
Editor-in-Chief
Sterling Notes Literary Journal
08.2021 - Current
Intern
Easy Event Planning
05.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - English
Howard University
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