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Education
Drake University 2019-2023
Studying multimedia journalism with a minor in economics. Dean’s list.
Baxter High School University 2015-2019
Valedictorian of graduating class, led an environmental service-learning group, captain of soccer team, and participated in student government.
Experience
Drake University Admissions – Campus Ambassador August 2020 – Present
Represent the student perspective for prospective students, plan programming events and give campus tours.
Gowdy Tree Farm – Manager October 2020 – Present
Develop and manage the farm’s social media and website, maintain the point of sale and inventory system, manage staff, and assist with the care of the trees.
McCade Gowdy Design & Production – Owner/Operator September 2018 – Present
Produce posters, graphics, and videos for businesses, schools, and sports teams. Also includes the use of photography and videography.
Iowa Environmental Council – Communications Intern June 2022 – August 2022
Established an Instagram Reel presence, resulting in an account reach increase of 1,387%. Maintained and updated multiple websites, produced videos, created designs for social and print media.
ProgMedia – Video Editing Intern October 2021 – December 2021
Assisted with the production of promotional videos for various organizations and companies.
Drake Broadcasting Systems – Operations Manager and Video Producer December 2019 – December 2021
Managed technical equipment for the radio station on Drake University’s campus. Corresponded with other members of the organization to shoot, edit, and produce video content.
Des Moines Radio Group – Promotions and Marketing Assistant June 2021 – August 2021
Worked on remote radio broadcasts, created on-air contests, and planned and executed the promotional booth at the Iowa State Fair.
Times-Delphic Newspaper – Staff Photographer September 2019 – May 2020
Communicated with staff photo editor to submit multiple photo assignments every week for publication in the newspaper.
Warner Media – Production Assistant and Runner January 2020 – February 2020
Assisted with production and obtaining materials for a CNN presidential debate and a documentary crew for the Iowa caucuses.
Clear Creek Orchard – Sales August 2016 – August 2019
Managed and operated sales booths at craft shows and the Iowa State Fair. Interacted with costumers to promote products and brand.
Service and Leadership
Drake University – Peer Mentor/Academic Counselor August 2020 – December 2020 and August 2021 – December 2021
Acted as a guide and resource for 20 incoming first-year students at Drake. Assisted with their transition to college life.
Drake Student Activity Board – Digital Media Co-Chair August 2021 – December 2021
Produced photos and videos from student programming events. Assisted with the promotion of upcoming events on campus.
Church Worship Service Filming April 2020 – August 2020
Filmed and edited church worship services for Hope United Methodist Church in Marshalltown, IA during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Environmental Service-Learning Group August 2017 – May 2019
Coordinated tree planting and care events. Started an in-school recycling program. Provided education programs for elementary students.
Baxter Area Youth Group June 2015 – May 2019
Participated in six mission trips across the country, working at boys’ and girls’ clubs, food banks, schools, and community members’ homes.
