November 2023 - Present

Assists with all aspects of programming and publishing for creative writing nonprofit Uptown Stories, whose mission is to “inspire kids to discover and develop their inner voices in a diverse community of writers."

November 2023 - Present

Judges creative writing submissions for NYC Midnight, a worldwide writing competition.

November 2022 - April 2023

Evaluated manuscripts and book proposals ranging from commercial and literary fiction to memoir and academic-leaning nonfiction

Produced written work including department wide memos and 4-6 reader’s reports per week (Mon-Thurs) with concise and meaningful recommendations for acquisition

Attended weekly meetings for acquisitions, editorial, book jacket, and title; met with coworkers from various departments to learn about all facets of publishing

July - November 2022

Contributed to overall operation of a used book store via organizing and alphabetizing daily influx of donated books, recommending titles for the displays, and working the cash register

April - October 2022

Developed workshop content and materials for consulting firm, focusing on conflict resolution and effective decision making for a liberal arts college academic department

Provided real-time support for department staff, synthesized participant submissions, and identified behavioral patterns to improve upon

Generated work plan documents to facilitate department’s long-term functioning and accountability

April–August 2021

Recorded backup vocals as an independent contractor in NYC studios

Sang greatest hits, both backup and solo, at Bo Peep (@ratraderbopeepnyc)

December 2020 - February 2021

Assisted Dressner with a Death Row case by providing her with summaries of jury questionnaires, digitally organizing files and transcribing notes

June-August 2020

Reported on events and issues around the town of Nyack, NY for online publication

Articles ranged from unpacking environmental crises with experts to encouraging a range of activities around town, including promoting new local organizations and businesses

March–June 2020

Successfully persuaded multiple environmental organizations to partner with the Jones campaign.

Hosted bi-weekly virtual phone banks for 50+ volunteers

Led 1:1 relational organizing sessions with volunteers

Trained volunteers on how to speak persuasively about Jones and his policy issues, led guided brainstorms for relational targets, taught them on how to use the Reach app, and followed up daily to make sure they were actively recruiting voters

Engaged in 10-15 hours per week of direct voter contact on the ThruTalk dialer and VPBs

Published a Letter to the Editor in the Rockland County Times in which I urged greater media visibility for Jones and exhorted the need for his progressive platform in Congress

Summers 2017–2019

Worked as a camp counselor for children with cancer and their siblings (ages 12-16) for three summers

Led engaging activities for campers each day, served as a listening ear as they grappled with unique hardships, and tended to their medical and emotional needs

March–May 2018

Envisioned ways to integrate nature into classrooms lacking easy access to the outdoors (specifically in urban settings) by sharing insights with the Executive Director

Produced a booklet of ideas for outdoor programming