Ashley Cline
see also, "coffee addict" and "sushi enthusiast."
If the rapid-fire wit of "His Girl Friday" met the postindustrial journalism of 2013.
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Researched and wrote numerous feature cover stories; found sources to interview, supplied sidebars and art to compliment the articles in addition to contributing to special sections of the daily newspaper.
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Effectively communicated with my editors while meeting all of the deadlines, adjusting to both editorial advice and changes in the newsroom.
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In addition to writing cover feature stories, offlede stories and "best bets," gathered and edited two months worth of specialty columns, Black History Month and Women's History Month.
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Contributed cover stories to two, brand-new print sections of the paper.
Staff Writer- Features, The Courier-Post
Cherry Hill, N.J.
January 2013- May 2013
Awards and Accomplishments
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Earned second place in the Arts and Entertainment/Critical Writing in the NJ Collegiate Press Association 2012-2013 awards.
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Recipient of the Edward J. Bloustein scholarship 2009-2013.
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NJSTARSI/NJSTARSII
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Author and sole contributor of M.O.S.H., a blog which highlights local artists and musicians.
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Designer, contributing author and assistant producer of J.O.E., a blog dedicated to covering the 2012 election.
Skills
AP Style
Adobe
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Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, QuarkXPress
Content Management Systems
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Practiced in formatting online content using platforms, such as Wordpress.
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Working knowledge of HTML and CSS.
Audacity
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Experienced in audio and video editing.
AudioVault
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Skilled in producing a two-three hour rock show.
On-Air
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Operating the audio console, microphones, etc. while broadcasting to a local audience.
Practiced photographer
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Comfortable shooting in manual.
Social Media
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Experienced using platforms, such as Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.
Microsoft Office
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Word, Excel, Powerpoint
Currently learning: the ukulele.
Assistant, Disc-Connected K9’s
Dunbar, Pa.; Altamont, N.Y.
August 2011, July 2013- August 2013
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Responsible for promoting upcoming events while raising awareness for the non-profit organization.
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Fulfilled the role of public relations; maintained an open and friendly channel between the public and business while actively answering all questions in an effort to create an enjoyable, learning experience for all involved.
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Handled the sales of merchandise in addition to maintaining the various “behind the scenes” aspect of the shows (i.e. running sound).
Childcare Provider
July 2011-September 2011, May 2012- September 2012
Graduated with a cumulative GPA of 3.82
- Maintained status as a NJSTARS/NJSTARSII student
- Member of the Alpha Pi Omega Chapter Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and placed on the Dean’s List 2009-2011.
- National Honor Society inductee.
Graduated with a cumulative GPA of 3.983
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Host of a two hour show on Rowan Radio 89.7 WGLS-FM (Spring 2012); filled in as the late-night host of multiple rock shows, including Sunday evening's three-hour "The Last Stop" (2013).
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Staff writer on The Whit, the university’s newspaper 2011-2013.
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Photography and written pieces published in the Fall 2012 and Spring 2013 editions of Avant, the university's literary magazine.
Salem Community College, Carney's Point, NJ
Earned Associates Degree in Journalism/Communication, 2009- 2011
Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ
Earned Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, 2011- 2013
RESUME
Introduction
Work
experience
Education
Assistant Manager, The Philadelphia Pretzel Factory
Beckett, N.J.
August 2008-July 2011
Staff Writer, The Whit
Glassboro, N.J.
2011- 2013
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Contributed to the Features, Arts and Entertainment and News sections of Rowan University's weekly newspaper, including a front page and center spread article.
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Earned second place in the Arts and Entertainment/Critical Writing in the NJ Collegiate Press Association 2012-2013 awards for "Radio 104.5's Winter Jam warms up a chilled Philly."
Editor, Disc-Connected K9's
Jacksonville, Fla.
August 2013- October 2013
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Handled all editorial work for Lawrence Frederick's, the owner and founder of Disc-Connected K9's, yet-to-be-released book.
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Worked closely with Frederick to achieve the desired and appropriate tone and voice of the book while helping to maintain copy consistency, ease of reading and accuracy.
Videographer/Creative Partner, Blueberry Lane
Carneys Point, NJ
January 2015- June 2015
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Generated online content while promoting a brand and establishing a specific voice for the company.
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In addition to filming and editing weekly videos, handled the "behind the scenes" upkeep paramount to maintaining a consistent, online presence while driving traffic to the main site.
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Collaborated with the founder and partners in generating creative content, which included writing and editing scripts, shooting and editing photographs for the website and blog, and monitoring the latest trends and stories in the news.