WelcomeWelcome to my portfolio! Here you will find a collection of work samples from my various experiences. Continue scrolling to learn more about me, or select a tab below to jump to that experience.
Mission Statement:My mission is to strengthen my skills as I strive to help others in every way possible with a positive attitude, an open mind, and a kind spirit. |
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About Me
I grew up in Storm Lake, Iowa, and graduated from Minnesota State University, Mankato, in December 2020 with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Media and a double minor in Marketing and Communication Studies. I graduated from the Honors Program with a 4.0 GPA and Summa Cum Laude honors. After graduating, I started working for Buena Vista University as the Promotions Specialist for the Extended University Programs. I currently work at Buena Vista Regional Medical Center as a Marketing Specialist.
I am passionate about the public relations and marketing field, and I strive to be an asset to the organization I work for as well as the local community. Storytelling is an essential part of humanity as it brings us together, helps us learn, and gives our lives meaning. I am intrigued by other people's stories and bring an essence of compassion and care to the work that I do in sharing these stories. I am a diligent and organized worker that strives to produce meaningful results and make a positive impact.
I am passionate about the public relations and marketing field, and I strive to be an asset to the organization I work for as well as the local community. Storytelling is an essential part of humanity as it brings us together, helps us learn, and gives our lives meaning. I am intrigued by other people's stories and bring an essence of compassion and care to the work that I do in sharing these stories. I am a diligent and organized worker that strives to produce meaningful results and make a positive impact.
Clifton StrengthsFinder: Responsibility, Learner, Empathy, Achiever, Discipline
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In January 2022, I started working as a Marketing Specialist for Buena Vista Regional Medical Center, BVRMC, a rural, critical access hospital in Northwest Iowa. This position has given me more creative freedom as well as responsibility, providing numerous learning experiences and challenges. As one of two marketing specialists at BVRMC, we often wear many hats to ensure needs are being met throughout the hospital and community. In my time at BVRMC, I have grown as a professional and expanded my skills in social media management, storytelling, video editing, design, writing, event planning, fundraising, print/digital advertising, radio, and more.
One of the things I love the most about working at BVRMC is being able to share stories about how our nurses, doctors, and staff have made a positive effect in the lives of community members. I also get to help share informational pieces and raise awareness about important topics such as colonoscopy screenings. Although I may not be saving lives every day, I feel like the work that I do can help others, even in the smallest of ways.
Below are a few samples of my work throughout my time at BVRMC. My design work is done through either Adobe Products or Canva.
One of the things I love the most about working at BVRMC is being able to share stories about how our nurses, doctors, and staff have made a positive effect in the lives of community members. I also get to help share informational pieces and raise awareness about important topics such as colonoscopy screenings. Although I may not be saving lives every day, I feel like the work that I do can help others, even in the smallest of ways.
Below are a few samples of my work throughout my time at BVRMC. My design work is done through either Adobe Products or Canva.
Newspaper Advertisements
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Facebook Graphics
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Press Releases
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Videos
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Flyers & print material
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After graduating from Minnesota State University in December 2020, I worked at Buena Vista University (BVU) in the Extended University Programs as the Promotions Specialist. I collaborated with their University Marketing & Communications team while working under the direction of the Vice President of Extended University Programs and the directors of three programs at BVU: Online & Hybrid Programs, Graduate Programs, and Strategic Partnerships.
While at BVU, I gained experience working on a variety of projects. I compiled reports, wrote press releases, managed social media pages, and created various flyers and other graphics. Below are a few samples of my work throughout my time at BVU.
While at BVU, I gained experience working on a variety of projects. I compiled reports, wrote press releases, managed social media pages, and created various flyers and other graphics. Below are a few samples of my work throughout my time at BVU.
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During my last semester of college, I completed an internship with Whisker Media as a public relations/digital media intern. For this internship, I completed press releases, sponsorship reports, blog posts, digital content, and compiled data for spreadsheets. I also pitched stories to local and national media outlets and sent out sponsorship requests for clients.
Below is a press release I wrote for Ruff Start Rescue along with links to local stations that picked up the story. You can also learn more about my internship experience by clicking this link to my Honors Portfolio reflection: Whisker Media Internship
Below is a press release I wrote for Ruff Start Rescue along with links to local stations that picked up the story. You can also learn more about my internship experience by clicking this link to my Honors Portfolio reflection: Whisker Media Internship
During the summer after my freshman year of college, I took an internship as a journalist at my local newspaper, the Storm Lake Pilot Tribune. Although I had not yet taken any course on AP style, I was able to dive into the world of journalism and build my skills as a writer. That summer, I was able to pitch my own story ideas, conduct interviews, and write my own stories.
Unfortunately, in 2022, the Storm Lake Pilot Tribune was acquired by the Storm Lake Times, and my articles are no longer accessible online. Please contact me if you'd like a sample of one of my articles that I wrote while at the Pilot Tribune.
Unfortunately, in 2022, the Storm Lake Pilot Tribune was acquired by the Storm Lake Times, and my articles are no longer accessible online. Please contact me if you'd like a sample of one of my articles that I wrote while at the Pilot Tribune.