Experience
Web/UX Designer & Copywriter
Pairadime, December 2020–present
I was initially asked to edit Pairadime’s web copy and help define their voice. Noting my dedication to their success, Pairadime gave me the opportunity to wear many hats.
Design, build, and maintain WordPress website
See work samplesWrite all copy for website, web app, and email communication
UX design for website and web app
Produce social media ads, from concept to final video
See work samplesGraphic design and copywriting for educational outreach
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Copywriter & Designer
Gush, August 2018–March 2022
Gush is a scrappy company that pivoted to producing online events during the pandemic. I enjoyed continuously developing their website to feature their evolving offerings in a sleek, user-friendly way.
Write web and product copy
Design and build new pages and features for Squarespace website
See work samplesDesign event graphics and posters
Copywriter
Nowadays, July 2017–February 2020
Nowadays is a bar, restaurant, and nightclub dedicated to inclusivity. I was entrusted with writing descriptions of their events and featured artists, both on their website and in their weekly newsletter.
Write website copy for all events
Write weekly email newsletters to list of 40,000+ subscribers
Maintain WordPress website
Manage online record and merch sales
Writer & Editor
Various publications, August 2005–August 2022
I started out writing for an indie music magazine in San Diego, which, honestly, was pretty cool. When I moved to NYC, I interned at Time Out New York, which led to many exciting freelance opportunities there and elsewhere.
Online and print features, blog posts, event listings, and listicles for publications including Rolling Stone, The Boston Globe, Time Out New York, Good Housekeeping, OZY, and RE:UP Magazine
See work samplesProfessional bios for musicians and artists
Education
University of California San Diego
Bachelor of Arts – Interdisciplinary Computing and the Arts, Music