Carlyn Pounders

cpounders24@gmail.com | (404)796-1081
Education
Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA; May 2017 - Graduate Bachelor of Arts Journalism, Multimedia
Reporting
References - Provided upon request

Experience
UrbanGeekz
Reporter | May 2017
Publish articles concerning the latest news in STEM, entrepreneurship and startup culture for a digital platform targeted at
African-American, Latino and multicultural audiences
Write and edit articles to create shareable and engaging content
Develop and maintain sources in the tech and startup industry
Scan various websites, social media, online content and other sources for latest information

Global Atlanta
Campus Correspondent Intern | February 2016 May 2016
Researched potential news stories concerning economic developments and business in Atlanta that had an international
angle.
Pitched and wrote leading news stories for online news source and published them through WordPress platform.
Interviewed national diplomats, Georgia State professors and local community leaders.

Album 88 WRAS Georgia State University

News Director | February 2016 May 2016
Supervised 8 student reporters and disc jockeys in creating news briefs and stories for Album 88 listeners.
Communicated the goals of the news team and ensured staff members met those goals.
Successfully trained and mentored newsroom staff in an effort to improve quality of on-air product and presentation.
Monitored all news broadcasts and digital news coverage to ensure staff was meeting news standards for ethics, writing
and content.
Corresponded with listeners and community leaders who contacted the station regarding stories or other issues or
complaints.

GSTV Georgia State University

News Director | May 2014 May 2015
Managed news department which included 20 student reporters, videographers, editors and studio operators.
Coordinated weekly meetings and studio sessions including editorial leadership of on air content.
Identified, scheduled and planned coverage for special and notable newsworthy stories, locally and nationally.
Produced and wrote daily breaking news. Managed project review and content editing of news stories.
Collaborated with upper management, department heads and key stakeholders to identify best and effective use of station
resources and initiatives.
Supervised project assignments. Ensured newscasts were well conceived and provided high quality coverage, accuracy
and integrity of work.
Coached and developed staff while fostering fresh and instinctive solutions. Encouraged news staff to remain focused and
committed to performing under extreme tension and pressure.

Skills
Proficient in Windows / Mac platforms. Skilled in Microsoft Office, multiple Social Media platforms and FTP Interfaces
Strong understanding of AP Style, content editor programs and online content management systems
Excellent organizational, written and communication skills
Effectively consult team on project goals, objectives and expectations
Strong project management skills. Able to manage multiple projects at a time
Can work collaboratively or autonomously in a high pace environment