Experience

Teaching Artist | Austin Bat Cave | January 2024 - Present

Teach workshops and craft unique lesson plans that build on student interest, confidence, and writing level; collaborate with volunteers to set learning objectives, tailor programs, and develop fun and engaging curriculum; work with students and campus partners to prepare a presentation for end-of-semester showcases & student readings

Writer | Freelance | August 2017-Present

Write and edit compelling short- and long-form content about mental health care, health & sexual wellness, disability justice, & personal style, and execute and self-manage personal email marketing with over 4,000 subscribers with a 60% open rate.

Content Creator | Freelance | August 2017 - Present

Maintain a social media editorial calendar of 4-6 posts per week; shoot & edit video content; foster an engaged digital community; collaborate on unique digital marketing content with brands like Warby Parker, Etsy, Getaway House, Material Kitchen; and manage an Instagram of over 28k followers featuring engaging, educational, & empathy-driven content.

Communications Team | St. Louis Queer+ Support Helpline | January 2022 – October 2023

Wrote and edited public-facing content and communications; researched and wrote about queer-centered, anti-carceral mental health systems; drafted framework for SQSH's social media response to crisis events; facilitated writing workshops and content pitches; built technical expertise, social media savvy, and capacity for bolder communications strategies; curated, designed, and edited a community anthology of queer liberation-focused art; wrote and edited monthly newsletter content focused on community outreach, consciousness-raising, storytelling, queer media, & LGBTQIA+ mental health in the St. Louis metro area; translated complex topics for widespread and diverse audiences; and contributed to ongoing newsletter improvement & subscriber outreach.

Wellness Editor & Content Writer | Swift Wellness | June 2021 - November 2022

Strategized and organized editorial content; wrote and edited up to 10 monthly dynamic, unique, and shareable wellness and lifestyle articles (of at least 1000 words); optimized content for Google and Pinterest; promoted content across digital platforms; managed and led pitch meetings for remote teams; analyzed blog traffic and affiliate marketing metrics to inform content & goals; followed a detailed editorial schedule; created monthly writer outlines based on keyword research; and copyedited writer drafts.

Creative Director | Interfaces | Feb 2020 – Nov 2020

Researched and developed strategies to reach and amplify marginalized artists in Austin, Texas; assisted in hosting and curating an Artist Showcase and Open Mic and quarterly education artist series; published high-quality digital content for social media promotion, website, email marketing, and blog; managed & tracked project direction for digital assets; maintained an editorial calendar in collaboration with relevant teams; and grew social media following 150% in 4 months.

Art Instructor and Direct Support Professional | Imagine That! | March 2018 - August 2019

Taught and developed curriculum for artists; supported artists in achieving their artistic and communication-based goals by offering activities from their individualized plans; managed care support via restroom use, medication passing, mobility assistance, and crisis management per individualized plans; and wrote detailed progress notes highlighting client goals.

Executive Director| Poetic Underground | May 2016 – July 2019

Coached, mentored, and taught local writing workshops; researched fundraising and event opportunities for community members; applied for and was awarded a local arts grant to fund and execute a weekly guest-hosted writing/editing workshops in-person and online; developed and implemented a strategy to increase social media following and in-person audience, created dynamic and high-quality digital content on a fast-paced schedule to create brand and event awareness.

Summary

Possessing a unique blend of community engagement and narrative expertise, I am a passionate creator and teacher dedicated to fostering creativity and nurturing interpersonal relationships. My writing strongly emphasizes storytelling and builds meaningful connections. My broad experience spans numerous topics, including health and wellness, food, mental health, gender and sexuality, disability justice, and fashion. This diverse background and my unwavering passion make me a valuable contributor to any project.

Skills

Coaching and Mentoring, Curriculum-Building, Content Writing and Strategy, Email Marketing and Campaigns, Social Media Strategy, Blog Content Production, Information Design, Trend Awareness, Fact-Checking, Affiliate Marketing, Virtual Organizing, Project Management, Public Speaking, Event Logistics, Creator Relationships, Crisis Management, Conflict De-escalation, Editorial Calendar Management

Programs & Platforms

Zoom, Slack, Taskade, Airtable, Notion, Squarespace, WordPress, Mailchimp, Substack, Flodesk, Ahrefs, Google Analytics, Google Suite, Microsoft Suite, Canva, Photoshop, InDesign, ShopStyle, RewardStyle, Hootsuite, Planoly