Hi, I'm Emilie Buckley, a passionate digital strategist, media studies scholar, and educator based in Orlando, FL. My day job is as an academic librarian and English professor. I'm passionate about academic scholarship and am typically working on a few projects at a time, but I also enjoy journalism and editorial writing. I enjoy exploring the intersections of AI, media, and culture, and sharing insights through public writing and conference presentations. I’m dedicated to making higher education and digital scholarship accessible and inclusive for all.…

Emilie Buckley

Hi, I'm Emilie Buckley, a passionate digital strategist, media studies scholar, and educator based in Orlando, FL. My day job is as an academic librarian and English professor. I'm passionate about academic scholarship and am typically working on a few projects at a time, but I also enjoy journalism and editorial writing. I enjoy exploring the intersections of AI, media, and culture, and sharing insights through public writing and conference presentations. I’m dedicated to making higher education and digital scholarship accessible and inclusive for all.…

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Hi, I’m Emilie Buckley, a passionate digital strategist, media studies scholar, and educator based in Orlando, FL. My day job is as an academic librarian and English professor. I’m passionate about academic scholarship and am typically working on a few projects at a time, but I also enjoy journalism and editorial writing.

I enjoy exploring the intersections of AI, media, and culture, and sharing insights through public writing and conference presentations. I’m dedicated to making higher education and digital scholarship accessible and inclusive for all.

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Skills

Experience Level

Adobe Illustrator
Expert
Adobe Lightroom
Expert
Adobe Photoshop
Expert
Canva
Expert
Canvas
Expert
Adobe Firefly
Intermediate
ChatGPT
Intermediate
Claude
Intermediate
Midjourney
Intermediate
Procreate
Intermediate
Stable Diffusion
Intermediate
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Work Experience

Non-Profit Organizational Consultant and Strategist at Florida Coalition of Higher Education in Prison
January 1, 2025 - Present
Developed and implemented a strategic planning document to improve organizational structure, outreach, and efficiency. Coordinated the efforts of twelve independent organizations across Florida under the coalition's umbrella. Conducted outreach to media outlets in Central Florida to ensure press coverage of achievements.
Faculty Librarian at Valencia College, Lake Nona Campus
January 1, 2017 - Present
Provided research support to students, faculty, and administration across disciplines, enhancing scholarly inquiry and the creation of collegewide initiatives in a leadership capacity leading to a 20% increase in research project completions. Mentored honors research students on conducting and analyzing both qualitative and quantitative data. Developed online learning modules for faculty on open-access education, social justice, students with disabilities, advanced research methods, and AI in the classroom using the Canvas LMS and LibGuides. Built relationships to enhance library services and extend outreach with internal and external partners. Drafted and obtained grants and proposals for library initiatives including civic engagement. Served as Chair of the Civic Engagement Committee to promote democracy on campus.
Peace and Justice Institute Campus Coordinator at University of Central Florida, Osceola Regional Campus
December 31, 2023 - July 25, 2025
Served as coordinator for PJI initiatives including organizing conferences such as Justice Week and Peace Week, from ideation to completion. Functioned as an advocate for students and college employees with administration at one of the country’s largest community colleges.
Regional Librarian at University of Central Florida, Osceola Regional Campus
December 31, 2017 - July 25, 2025
Delivered comprehensive research support to Valencia College and UCF undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students, ensuring access to high-quality academic resources. Served as an embedded librarian for UCF’s nursing program, providing specialized research assistance and instructional support in online Canvas courses. Collaborated across departments to design and implement strategic outreach initiatives, enhancing student engagement with library resources and services.
Research Assistant - Contractor at Self-Determination Theory Institute
December 31, 2015 - July 25, 2025
Organized publications in an online repository, ensuring seamless accessibility and accurate metadata management for a non-profit research institute. Performed detailed copy editing, enhancing clarity, coherence, and publication readiness. Managed and updated the Self-Determination Theory website, integrating the latest research advancements and scholarly contributions.

Education

Master of Mass Communication and Journalism at South Dakota State University
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2022
Master of Library Science at Clarion University
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2013
Bachelor of Arts at Governors State University
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2010
PhD in Text and Technology at University of Central Florida
August 10, 2023 - August 1, 2027

Qualifications

Community Organizing for Social Justice
January 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: Understanding Bias and Allyship in EDI
September 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
CITI Certification for Ethical Research
September 1, 2017 - December 31, 2023

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
    paper Commentary Article for The Orlando Sentinel

    Commentary piece written for the Orlando Sentinel for Asian American Pacific Islander Month.

    View article here:
    https://www.twine.net/signin

    paper Academic Article - The Shaping of Political Discourse on Rumble

    This journal article is pending publication in an academic journal. It uses actor/comedian Russell Brand as a case study for the use of the alt-tech platform Rumble for political radicalization.