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I am a journalist, educator, and artist capable of delivering a range of written content from scripts to academic research on deadline. I have produced content for broadcast, online, and print distribution. I am skilled at unpacking complex topics for lay audiences using accessible, conversational language. I am passionate about audience development, community engagement, outreach, and research.
I’ve created curricula for diverse cognitive styles, and for participants of all ages. I have created transformative learning experiences for special education students, creative workshops for educators and artists, and professional development for journalists across California.
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Expert
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Intermediate
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Language
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
German
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Work Experience
Cohort Manager at California Local News Fellowship
May 1, 2023 - PresentPart of a six-person core leadership team managing a $25m publicly funded fellowship for early-career journalists. Coordinated with academics, news professionals, and newsmakers to design and deliver professional development and mentorship programs. Supported early career journalists placed at various newsrooms in California. Recruited, evaluated, and selected newsroom and fellow applicants.
General Assignment Reporter at KQED Public Radio
April 30, 2023 - August 2, 2025Filed six to ten 45-55 second broadcast spots weekly for the San Francisco Bay Area’s top NPR affiliate and the national network. Reported and produced spots, features, cut-and-copy, voicers, and live on-air debriefings from newsroom and field. Monitored multiple news sources for breaking news and ongoing stories. Developed sources across public agencies, educational entities, advocacy, community service, and nonprofit organizations.
SpEd RSP Teacher at San Francisco Unified School District
July 31, 2022 - August 2, 2025Planned and facilitated study skills classes for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Managed a caseload of students and updated IEPs in consultation with parents and colleagues.
Facilitator at University of the Arts, London
February 28, 2019 - August 2, 2025Co-facilitated Growth Mindset and Implicit Bias trainings as part of a staff/student team delivering workshops to 1000+ staff and students at one of Europe’s top universities for art and design. Co-authored papers and presented at conferences on program progress and results.
Production Assistant at Wilhemina’s War / The Faith Project
December 31, 2012 - August 2, 2025Supported production tasks for projects in New York City.
Production Coordinator at A Million Spokes / Rrell Entertainment
July 31, 2009 - August 2, 2025Coordinated production activities in Donnellson, IA.
General Assignment Reporter at WAMU 88.5 / American University Radio
May 31, 2009 - August 2, 2025Reported general assignments for the Washington, DC radio station.
Production Assistant at Marketplace
May 31, 2009 - August 2, 2025Assisted production tasks for Marketplace radio program.
Assistant Web Producer at Weekend America
August 31, 2008 - August 2, 2025Managed web production tasks for Weekend America radio program.
US Correspondent at Lotus FM Radio
June 30, 2009 - August 2, 2025Reported as US correspondent based out of the US.
Associate Editor / Freelance at Trace Magazine
October 31, 2007 - August 2, 2025Edited and contributed freelance articles for Trace Magazine.
Editorial Assistant at San Francisco Chronicle
August 31, 2000 - August 2, 2025Supported editorial tasks at the San Francisco Chronicle.
General Assignment Reporter at KQED Public Radio
April 30, 2023 - August 2, 2025Filed six to ten 45-55 second spots weekly for the San Francisco Bay Area’s top affiliate of National Public Radio (NPR) and the national network. Reported and produced spots, features, cut-and-copy, voicers, and live on-air debriefings from the newsroom and in the field. Monitored local, state, national, and international agencies and news media for breaking news and developing stories. Developed sources within local, regional, and statewide public agencies, educational entities, advocacy, community service, and nonprofit organizations.
SpEd RSP Teacher at San Francisco Unified School District - The Academy @ McAteer
July 31, 2022 - August 2, 2025Planned and facilitated study skills classes for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Managed a caseload of students; updated IEPs in consultation with parents and colleagues.
Facilitator at University of the Arts, London - Creative Mindsets
February 28, 2019 - August 2, 2025Launch team member for a UK Office for Students (OfS)-funded project implemented in four universities across England. Co-facilitated Growth Mindset and Implicit Bias trainings as part of a staff/student team that delivered 61 workshops to over 1000 staff and students. Co-authored papers and articles and presented at conferences on program aims, progress, and results.
Project Administrator at London College of Fashion, Centre for Sustainable Fashion
January 31, 2019 - August 2, 2025Developed a database of 200+ European, Asian, and American design programs and academics in preparation for the launch of FashionSEEDS, an ERASMUS-funded international research project benchmarking sustainable design instruction in higher education. Coordinated interviews for longitudinal research into institutional/industry Kering S.A. collaboration.
Production Assistant at Wilhemina’s War/The Faith Project
December 31, 2012 - August 2, 2025Provided production assistance on film projects.
Production Coordinator at A Million Spokes/Rrell Entertainment
July 31, 2009 - August 2, 2025Coordinated production activities for entertainment projects.
General Assignment Reporter at WAMU 88.5/American University Radio
May 31, 2009 - August 2, 2025Reported general assignment stories at the radio station.
Production Assistant at Marketplace
May 31, 2009 - August 2, 2025Assisted in production of radio content.
Assistant Web Producer at Weekend America
August 31, 2008 - August 2, 2025Supported web production activities.
Documentary Intern at Academy of Television Arts & Sciences/GRB Studios
September 30, 2007 - August 2, 2025Interned on documentary production projects.
US Correspondent at Lotus FM Radio
June 30, 2009 - August 2, 2025Served as US correspondent for the radio station.
Associate Editor/Freelance at Trace Magazine
October 31, 2007 - August 2, 2025Worked as associate editor and freelance contributor.
Editorial Assistant at San Francisco Chronicle
August 31, 2000 - August 2, 2025Supported editorial team as assistant.
General Assignment Reporter at KQED Public Radio
April 30, 2023 - August 5, 2025Filed six to ten 45-55 second spots weekly for the San Francisco Bay Area affiliate of NPR and the national network. Reported and produced spots, features, cut-and-copy, voicers, and live on-air debriefings from newsroom and field. Monitored multiple agencies and news media for breaking and developing news. Developed sources within public agencies, educational entities, advocacy, community service, and nonprofits.
SpEd RSP Teacher at San Francisco Unified School District, The Academy @ McAteer - SF
July 31, 2022 - August 5, 2025Planned and facilitated study skills classes for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Managed caseload of students and updated IEPs in consultation with parents and colleagues.
Facilitator at University of the Arts, London
February 28, 2019 - August 5, 2025Part of the launch team for a UK Office for Students funded project implemented in four universities across England. Co-facilitated Growth Mindset and Implicit Bias trainings as part of a staff/student team delivering 61 workshops to over 1000 staff and students. Co-authored papers and articles and presented at conferences on program aims, progress, and results.
Project Administrator at London College of Fashion, Centre for Sustainable Fashion
January 31, 2019 - August 5, 2025Developed a database of over 200 European, Asian, and American design programs and academics in preparation for the ERASMUS-funded FashionSEEDS project benchmarking sustainable design instruction in higher education. Coordinated interviews for longitudinal research exploring institutional and industry collaboration with Kering S.A.
Education
BFA: Dramatic Writing at New York University Tisch School of the Arts
September 1, 1994 - May 13, 1998MA: Broadcast Journalism & Public Affairs at American University School of Communication
August 8, 2003 - December 15, 2005MA: Educational Theatre at New York University Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
July 4, 2012 - May 15, 2014MSc: Applied Psychology in Fashion at University of the Arts London, London College of Fashion
September 11, 2017 - April 3, 2019Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Government
s Space Intentionally Left Blank
A Legislative Theater session staged April 5, 2025 in San Francisco as part of Night of Ideas, a free, annual global event coordinated by the Institut Francais and co-produced by Villa Albertine, as well as with local partners. They are evenings of art, panel discussions, performances, and workshops guided by themes related to pressing global issues.
The San Francisco Night of Ideas was co-produced with the Asian Art Museum , Friends of the San Francisco Public Library, and KQED.
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