Creative writer, journalist, and multimedia storyteller with a strong background in digital media, content creation, and audience engagement. I earned a Bachelors degree in English, Creative Writing from California State University Channel Islands, where I developed advanced critical thinking, storytelling, and communication skills. My creative work includes published poetry featured in independent literary journals, and I regularly perform at open mic events throughout Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. I also hold a Master’s degree in Journalism and Media Innovation from Emerson College, where I gained experience in digital storytelling, SEO Foundations, copywriting, and social media marketing strategies. My work has a community-based focus and combines creativity with strategic communication to produce engaging, audience focused content across multiple platforms. As a published writer for VCReporter, I have experience researching, writing, photographing, and producing multimedia content for articles and digital publications. By capturing my own photos and videos to accompany written stories, I have developed strong multimedia storytelling skills and an adaptable approach to modern journalism and content creation.

Myah Mays

Creative writer, journalist, and multimedia storyteller with a strong background in digital media, content creation, and audience engagement. I earned a Bachelors degree in English, Creative Writing from California State University Channel Islands, where I developed advanced critical thinking, storytelling, and communication skills. My creative work includes published poetry featured in independent literary journals, and I regularly perform at open mic events throughout Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. I also hold a Master’s degree in Journalism and Media Innovation from Emerson College, where I gained experience in digital storytelling, SEO Foundations, copywriting, and social media marketing strategies. My work has a community-based focus and combines creativity with strategic communication to produce engaging, audience focused content across multiple platforms. As a published writer for VCReporter, I have experience researching, writing, photographing, and producing multimedia content for articles and digital publications. By capturing my own photos and videos to accompany written stories, I have developed strong multimedia storytelling skills and an adaptable approach to modern journalism and content creation.

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Creative writer, journalist, and multimedia storyteller with a strong background in digital media, content creation, and audience engagement. I earned a Bachelors degree in English, Creative Writing from California State University Channel Islands, where I developed advanced critical thinking, storytelling, and communication skills. My creative work includes published poetry featured in independent literary journals, and I regularly perform at open mic events throughout Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.

I also hold a Master’s degree in Journalism and Media Innovation from Emerson College, where I gained experience in digital storytelling, SEO Foundations, copywriting, and social media marketing strategies. My work has a community-based focus and combines creativity with strategic communication to produce engaging, audience focused content across multiple platforms.

As a published writer for VCReporter, I have experience researching, writing, photographing, and producing multimedia content for articles and digital publications. By capturing my own photos and videos to accompany written stories, I have developed strong multimedia storytelling skills and an adaptable approach to modern journalism and content creation.

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Work Experience

Art Educator at Art Trek, Inc.
March 6, 2023 - June 19, 2026
Marketing Strategy (SEO Content / SEO Foundations / Social Media Strategy) at California State University Channel Islands
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Marketing strategy experience including SEO content writing and SEO foundations, plus an introduction to social media strategy (LinkedIn course/work samples).
Student Assistant at CSU Channel Islands (ROi-AVP Office)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Supported office operations and assisted with student-related administrative tasks within the ROi-AVP office.
Peer Mentor & Tutor at California State University Channel Islands
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Mentored and tutored peers in an academic support setting at California State University Channel Islands.
Writer and Artist at Myah Mays (portfolio/role described)
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Designed lesson materials, presentations, and digital content to communicate concepts efficiently to audiences of 20+ students, increasing participation and retention. Created and promoted visual content for an audience of 20+ students, acting as a catalyst for company equality and equity policy. Planned and promoted career and employment-related programs and events including career planning presentations, work experience programs, job fairs, and career workshops. Disseminated campus information about events and policies to residents by creating posters and sending weekly emails. Coordinated with diverse student organizations to support campus initiatives and strengthen cross-group collaboration and outreach. Created and managed content for the school’s Instagram account to increase student engagement and awareness of campus programs.

Education

M.A. Journalism and Media Innovation at Emerson College
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Creative Writing at California State University Channel Islands
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2021

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Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization