MEDIA EXPERIENCE

Reporter
The Waukesha Freeman -- Waukesha, WI

June 2025 – Present

As a reporter at The Waukesha Freeman, I cover municipal government, infrastructure, community events, and business developments across Waukesha County. My daily roles involve pitching and developing story ideas, conducting in-depth interviews, and reporting on local meetings to deliver clear and accurate coverage on tight deadlines. I translate complex policy discussions into accessible news, highlight human-interest stories that reflect community impact, and produce accompanying photography for print newspaper stories. Through building strong relationships with local officials, organizations, and residents, I consistently generate compelling, well-sourced stories while balancing multiple assignments every day. 

Intern 

The Waukesha Freeman -- Waukesha, WI

February 2025-April 2025

As a reporting intern at The Waukesha Freeman, I covered a variety of local news stories for print publication. My reporting ranged from government meetings and community events to feature stories on topics like We Energies’ winter savings tips, HAWS animal shelter, and a reptile-based therapy program called Reptiles & Resiliency. I conducted interviews with public officials, nonprofit leaders, and residents. I pitched original story ideas, followed AP style, and consistently met tight deadlines while strengthening my skills in writing, research, and news judgment.

Student reporter - Media Milwaukee (student-powered news site)

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee 

September 2023 - May 2025

As a dedicated reporter for Media Milwaukee, I created engaging and informative news packages and articles, covering a variety of ttopics relevant to the UWM campus and the Milwaukee community. I reported on major events, including going to CA to the Pacific Palisades, reporting on the wildfire aftermath, and traveling to NC, where I also reported on Hurricane Helene's aftermath, through multimedia storytelling. Other responsibilities included interviewing local business owners, students, and community leaders to provide well-rounded perspectives on current issues. I applied multimedia skills such as video editing, scriptwriting, and natural sound integration to produce compelling, high-quality content through video, audio, and print writing.

Photographer - Freelance

September 2018 -- Present

Since 2018, I have worked as a freelance photographer. My portfolio includes a variety of projects, from senior portraits and engagement sessions to maternity shoots and gender reveals. I’ve also collaborated with businesses like Phillips Fencing and Ardies Flipside Pub and Grill Restaurant, providing them with high-quality visuals that capture their brand essence. My approach combines a personal touch with technical expertise, allowing me to produce memorable images that resonate with clients and showcase authentic moments.

EDUCATION

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Bachelor of Arts in the College of Letters and Science Program

Major: Journalism, Ad/PR & Media Studies 

Concentration: Journalism

September 2020-May 2025

Western Technical College

Sep 2018- March 2020

OTHER ACCOMPLISHMENTS

SSR (Student Service Record Program) - University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

- I hold a certificate that shows I've completed over 130 hours of volunteer work while I was a student

Graduated from UWM with honors - University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

SKILLS

Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Audition, Adobe Lightroom, WordPress, SEO, Open Records