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Multimedia Reporting – JMC 419 Enterprise Article
This enterprise article project challenged me to identify, research, and report on a local issue with broader social significance. I chose to investigate how Lawrence stores promote sustainability through secondhand shopping, contrasting this with the environmental impact of fast fashion. The assignment required in-depth research, source interviews, and clear storytelling, demonstrating my skills in investigative journalism and feature writing.

A new type of shopping experience is becoming more and more popular throughout Lawrence, where customers can exchange their clothing for cash or store credit and racks of gently used goods take the place of mass-produced fast fashion items. These secondhand shops are providing a sustainable alternative in a time when fast fashion rules the global market.

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Ad Package – Elevate

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Media Photography – Project 11
I created an ad package for Elevate, a high-end sneaker shop, targeting young adults who value fashion, exclusivity, and sneaker culture. This project included brand imagery, a people-focused shot, a detailed product image, and an action shot, each maintaining Elevate’s minimalist, upscale aesthetic. My work emphasized quality, style, and the community aspect of sneaker culture.

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Multimedia Reporting – JMC 419 Video Package
I produced a broadcast-style video package exploring how University of Kansas students are using TikTok to build careers, showcasing their roles as content creators and social media managers. This assignment required skills in multimedia production, including scripting, voiceover narration, interview management, video editing, and B-roll selection. It emphasized my ability to create clear, engaging visual stories under time constraints, while maintaining a strong narrative focus.

TRT: 1:20
ANCHOR INTRO/VO – :15

STUDENTS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS ARE CATCHING ONTO A GROWING TREND – USING SOCIAL MEDIA NOT JUST FOR FUN, BUT TO BUILD CAREERS. FROM RUNNING BRAND ACCOUNTS TO BECOMING INFLUENCERS THEMSELVES, KU STUDENTS ARE SHOWING HOW A DIGITAL PRESENCE CAN TURN INTO REAL-WORLD OPPORTUNITIES.

——- B-Roll: University of KU Students on phone, Addie making content for humble goat

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Multimedia Reporting – JMC 419 Feature Article
I wrote a feature article exploring a human interest story through in-depth interviews and narrative storytelling. This assignment required strong research, interviewing, and narrative writing skills, emphasizing empathy and clarity. This project enhanced my ability to tell impactful stories and translate complex personal experiences into clear, relatable narratives.

Tyko Renssen’s early childhood in the Netherlands was shaped by Montessori school – a child-centered, holistic approach to education that emphasizes hands-on learning, self-directed activities, and collaborative play.

“We had two breaks a day, no homework, and it was more about developing the kid into who they want to be,” Renssen said. He recounted moving ahead in classes he excelled in and staying back in others.

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Multimedia Reporting – JMC 419 TV News Headlines
For this assignment, I created three mock TV headline images based on real feature and news stories. The goal was to write headlines and deck heads that matched the visual style and tone of a television news broadcast, while summarizing the story with clarity and impact. I used concise, engaging language that works for screen reading and pairs well with the selected visuals.

The images were made using BreakYourOwnNews.com

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Data Storytelling – JMC 309 Final Project
Navigating parking on a bustling university campus can be tricky, especially for freshmen unfamiliar with the specific rules and common pitfalls. Our project, “A Freshman’s Guide to KU Parking,” offers comprehensive insights to help new students at the University of Kansas decipher where to park and what to avoid. By analyzing citation data from KU Parking and Transportation, we have provided key information like the most cited parking lots, most common citation days, and the reasons behind parking violations, giving freshmen a head start in avoiding costly tickets. Whether it’s discovering the hotspots for fines or understanding citation status, this guidebook will keep students informed and save them valuable time and money.

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Visual Storytelling – JMC 300
This infographic for my final project in visual storytelling at the University of Kansas showcases my skills in typography, graphic design and layout in conveying news. All graphics were made in Illustrator and infographic was crafted in InDesign. Highlighting a timely and relevant topic, it displays compelling visuals and insightful information on Electric Vehicles.

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Information Exploration – JMC 302 Local Issue Research Diary
For my research class, I conducted a comprehensive investigation into the issue of homelessness in Boulder, Colorado, culminating in a detailed research diary. This project required me to critically evaluate local and national news sources, analyze scholarly research, and document my research process. My research diary serves as a transparent record of my investigation, showcasing my skills in source evaluation, fact-checking, and data analysis.

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