I am a writer and storyteller with diverse experience in authorial work, music production, performance, poetry, education, and community outreach. I love blending creative disciplines, whether it's directing music videos, managing tours, or producing audio content. My background allows me to connect with people and projects in unique and meaningful ways. Having started my own company, Ragged Sounds LLC, I have managed everything from band tours to multimedia content creation. I am passionate about helping young adults through outreach programs and enjoy bringing stories to life across different platforms. I’m always eager to collaborate and explore new creative opportunities.

Joshua Mendrala

I am a writer and storyteller with diverse experience in authorial work, music production, performance, poetry, education, and community outreach. I love blending creative disciplines, whether it's directing music videos, managing tours, or producing audio content. My background allows me to connect with people and projects in unique and meaningful ways. Having started my own company, Ragged Sounds LLC, I have managed everything from band tours to multimedia content creation. I am passionate about helping young adults through outreach programs and enjoy bringing stories to life across different platforms. I’m always eager to collaborate and explore new creative opportunities.

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I am a writer and storyteller with diverse experience in authorial work, music production, performance, poetry, education, and community outreach. I love blending creative disciplines, whether it’s directing music videos, managing tours, or producing audio content. My background allows me to connect with people and projects in unique and meaningful ways.

Having started my own company, Ragged Sounds LLC, I have managed everything from band tours to multimedia content creation. I am passionate about helping young adults through outreach programs and enjoy bringing stories to life across different platforms. I’m always eager to collaborate and explore new creative opportunities.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director of College and Young Adult Outreach, Sound Technician, Music Director, Creative Arts Team at Summit Durango
May 1, 2025 - July 9, 2025
Created and directed outreach programs for college and young adults, managed audio and music equipment, provided music team direction, facilitated multiple audio/visual projects, and managed cross-departmental teams.
Editor at RadCraft Industry Relief Podcast
February 1, 2024 - July 9, 2025
Consulted, edited, and managed production for the podcast focusing on industry relief topics.
Reporter Outreach Writer & Content Writer at GR0
September 1, 2023 - July 9, 2025
Composed SEO driven, non-fiction, blog, and article-style content.
Freelance Writer
September 1, 2017 - Present
Produced SEO, non-fiction, blog, and article content, provided literary and story consulting, podcast writing and production.
Assistant at Rick Wilbur
May 1, 2020 - July 9, 2025
Provided research, editing, proofreading, and transcription support to an award-winning author.
Intern at Crested Butte Center for the Arts
May 1, 2021 - July 9, 2025
Assisted with copywriting, web design, advertising, outreach, selection, and planning tasks.
Director of College and Young Adult Outreach, Sound Technician, Music Director, Creative Arts Team at Summit Durango
May 31, 2025 - July 9, 2025
Created and led a college and young adult outreach program. Managed and developed all audio and music equipment. Provided direction to the music team and facilitated multiple audio/visual projects. Oversaw management of various teams across multiple departments.
Editor at RadCraft Industry Relief Podcast
February 29, 2024 - July 9, 2025
Consulted, edited, and managed production for the RadCraft Industry Relief Podcast.
Reporter Outreach Writer & Content Writer at GR0
September 30, 2023 - July 9, 2025
Composed SEO, non-fiction, blog, and article-style work.
Freelance Writer
September 1, 2017 - Present
Composing SEO, non-fiction, blog, and article-style work. Provided literary and story consulting. Podcast writer and producer for RadCraft Beer in 2023.
Assistant at Rick Wilbur
May 31, 2020 - July 9, 2025
Assisted award-winning author Rick Wilbur with research, editing, proofreading, and transcription duties.
Intern at Crested Butte Center for the Arts
May 31, 2021 - July 9, 2025
Assisted Brooke MacMillan with copywriting, web design, advertising, outreach, selection, and planning duties.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Fort Lewis College
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2021
Bachelor of Arts at Fort Lewis College
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2021

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services