Heather Mae
Heather Mae
Copy Editor at Connect2Mason.com -- Feb. 2012 to May 2012 : Copy editing content on the site two days a week. Reading and editing all content (stories, blogs, captions) by fact-checking, enforcing AP style and C2M style, and correcting content and grammatical errors. Writing at least one story a week and helping the Managing Editor cover breaking news. [Stories]
Community Engagement Intern at UPIU (United Press International) -- June 2011 to Sept. 2011 : Promoted stories and UPIU blog posts via Facebook and Twitter. Provided a constant stream of information and interaction on UPIU social media outlets. Reviewed and revised stories on UPIU.com and checked for appropriate photography credit on images. Conducted interviews via phone and email with student journalists and professionals for UPIU blog posts. Attended necessary events and brainstormed ideas for social media tactics and subject material for UPIU blog. Contribution includes establishment of "A Day in the Life" posts on UPIU blog. Also, some experience with search engine optimization for UPIU blog.
Rush Chair for Alpha Phi Omega, Alpha Delta Delta chapter -- Spring 2011 : Planned, organized, and implemented various activities and events to recruit new potential members for the Spring 2011 semester. Tasks included choosing a theme, designing t-shirts, flyers and informative index cards, reserving rooms and kiosks, and maintaining an assembly of volunteers. My methods are still have generated consistent, successful recruiting results.
Trade Show intern at ViennaTysons Chamber of Commerce -- June 7-June 11 2010 : Completed a variety of tasks to assist the ViennaTysons Chamber of Commerce in preparing for the First Annual Trade Show. Assisted with proofreading, organizing, press releases, programs, etc. Helped maintain an organized work space, assisted with set-up, and made sure events began as scheduled.