― My background
I have a wide range of work experiences that have all contributed to my current professional life. As a retired schoolteacher and former business owner, I am now focusing on what I truly believe makes a difference in the world: storytelling and media relations.
Check out all of the pages to get a better idea of what I've accomplished and specific projects!
― Work experience
Teaching Assistant
Texas Tech University/August 2023- July 2024
Teaching assistant for three consecutive semesters (Fall, Spring, and Summer) for Foundations of Media and Communications (online and in-person sections)
Improved student writing skills by evaluating assignments and providing constructive feedback
Supported the supervising professor to complete all necessary work for courses
Completed all grades for multiple sections by assigned deadlines
Assisted 180 students per semester with coursework and professional presentations
― Education
Texas Tech University
Master's degree, Mass Communications / 2023-2025
Texas Tech University
Bachelor’s degree, Music Education with minors in Honors College, Restaurant and Hotel Management and Nutritional Sciences / 2009-2015
Public Relations Intern
Razonia McClellan Pubic Relations/ January 2025-May 2025
Monitored and reported news stories related to the client's industry and competitors using a PR database
Created attractive written and visual content in Adobe Creative Suite and Canva
Interacted with community partners to organize two significant events that raised $93,000 for a non-profit in the Lubbock community
Compiled contact lists for targeted media campaigns
Assisted in developing press releases and other communications materials
Generated content for social media platforms for a national franchise
Developed relationships with local media outlets and secured coverage for clients