Advocacy, Campaigns, and Communications Fellow

• Jun 2021 - Present

Freelance Writer & Photographer

• Nov 2013 - Present

• Publish 50+ short- and long-form articles on outlets such as Hakai Magazine, the Monterey County Weekly, BenitoLink, Matador Network, the Valley Voice, Medium, The Writing Cooperative and Teton Gravity Research exploring societal impacts on the environment, promoting awareness of conservation issues, chronicling personal experiences in the outdoors, and informing about scientific issues• Self-published 150+ narrative non-fiction and opinion pieces educating audiences about personal travel experiences and meaningful environmental issues accompanied by visual media• Photograph, catalogue, and process 1000+ professional-grade images for 20+ clients, including professional headshot portraits, real estate agents, special events organizers, and news publishers

Staff Reporter

• Mar 2019 - Jun 2021

• Research, write, and edit stories focusing on community issues in San Benito County and Monterey County • Research, write, and edit stories focusing on community issues in San Benito County and Monterey County

Instructor

• Jan 2019 - Mar 2020

• Led 10-15 dynamic and experiential hour-long lessons each week on science observation and ecology to 20+ middle school science classes (20-30 students each) via outdoor, on-campus birdwatching• Coached students to observe the natural world, ask questions, record their observations, apply concepts to real-world interactions, and draw conclusions using the scientific method• Collaborated with 4-6 co-instructors to review curriculum efficacy, pilot new strategies, and modify instructional approaches to ensure student engagement with difficult scientific concepts

Editorial Contributor

• Nov 2018 - Mar 2020

• Researched, reported, wrote, and edited 40+ news briefs, general content articles, and features with an emphasis on scientific and environmental issues and their impact on the local community• Identified compelling content, performed thorough background research, and interviewed sources on the telephone and in person to produce concise and accurate content• Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content with consistent voice and adherence to AP Stylebook guidelines• Photographed 30+ breaking news stories, city council meetings, community happenings, and individual subjects to provide compelling visual content for feature stories, news stories, and profiles• Managed competing deadlines for interviews, photographs, and stories with high efficiency

Photographer

• Jun 2016 - Mar 2020

• Coordinated 2-4 daily photoshoots balancing multiple clients and properties with dynamic weather, lighting, and client conditions to capture compelling imagery for us in marketing materials• Photographed 50+ rental properties in Colorado, Hawaii, and California while ensuring proper staging, optimal lighting, ideal composition, and high-quality images for 12+ clients • Coordinated 2-4 daily photoshoots balancing multiple clients and properties with dynamic weather, lighting, and client conditions to capture compelling imagery for us in marketing materials• Photographed 50+ rental properties in Colorado, Hawaii, and California while ensuring proper staging, optimal lighting, ideal composition, and high-quality images for 12+ clients

Naturalist Photography Guide

• May 2017 - Oct 2018

• Programmed and led daily hiking and whale watching trips for 10-14 guests teaching glaciology, geology, local politics, climate change, marine mammal ecology, and wildlife photography in SE Alaska• Continuously revised programs to ensure guest engagement and subsequent activism surrounding endangered species protections, natural resource extraction, sustainable fisheries, and public land use• Ensured passenger safety as sole crew member on 40-foot whale watching boats by communicating safety protocols to guests and monitoring compliance while providing an engaging experience• Coordinated company social media presence to educate followers about glacial retreat, humpback whale populations, and wildlife interaction while growing audience to 1000+ Instagram followers

Third Mate, Deckhand, Naturalist

• Nov 2017 - Apr 2018

• Educated 100s of adults and children about humpback whale behavior, volcanic activity, island weather patterns, National Marine Sanctuaries, and the Marine Mammal Protection Act in a concise, entertaining, and informative manner on daily sailing, snorkeling, and whale watching trips• Led in-water tours educating guests about marine habitats, fish identification, and threats to marine life such as coral bleaching, ocean acidification, ghost nets, and plastic pollution while ensuring safety• Crewed six different sailing catamarans under 10 different captains with 30+ different crew members to ensure guest safety and satisfaction under all kinds of weather conditions• Coordinated with 4-6 other crew members to tie lines, drop anchors, secure vessel to underwater moorings, raise sails, perform safety drills, and serve as in-water lifeguard to ensure guest safety in high-pressure outdoor conditions

Photographer

• Nov 2015 - Apr 2017

• Sold $100,000+ of photos over two seasons as a portrait and action photographer by fostering personal relationships with families, couples, and corporate clients• Photographed special events such as NASTAR amateur ski racing championships and U-14 Rocky Mountain Ski Racing Championships to produce professional images under challenging conditions• Ensured client satisfaction by expertly posing, composing, and lighting images in all kinds of weather • Sold $100,000+ of photos over two seasons as a portrait and action photographer by fostering personal relationships with families, couples, and corporate clients• Photographed special events such as NASTAR amateur ski racing championships and U-14 Rocky Mountain Ski Racing Championships to produce professional images under challenging conditions• Ensured client satisfaction by expertly posing, composing, and lighting images in all kinds of weather

Front Desk Agent

• May 2015 - Sep 2015

• Provided guests with above-and-beyond service by greeting dozens of daily visitors upon arrival, offering assistance to build rapport and retention, and organizing $25,000+ worth of guest excursions• Advised guests about local issues such as adventure itineraries, summer snowstorms, proper camping procedures, bear and moose safety training, and safe hiking practices • Provided guests with above-and-beyond service by greeting dozens of daily visitors upon arrival, offering assistance to build rapport and retention, and organizing $25,000+ worth of guest excursions• Advised guests about local issues such as adventure itineraries, summer snowstorms, proper camping procedures, bear and moose safety training, and safe hiking practices

Client Compliance Coordinator

• May 2012 - Sep 2013

• Analyzed, implemented, and ensured firm compliance with specific terms of billing guidelines and engagement letters to facilitate the smooth transfer of millions of dollars in fees • Conferred with S&C partners on potential and existing engagements and coordinated with operations staff to implement custom billing arrangements for large, multi-national clients• Audited S&C invoices prepared by Financial Analysts to ensure compliance with client billing and budgetary requirements and avoid client pushback for services rendered

Financial Analyst

• May 2010 - May 2012

• Managed multi-million-dollar billing and collections cycles for ten senior-level partners, processing in excess of $50 million per annum to ensure continued revenue flow• Coordinated with partners to meet monthly, quarterly and yearly revenue projections while clearly communicating outstanding fees with clients to ensure timely payments • Compiled monthly reports analyzing individual partner revenue streams for review by the Chief Financial Officer and Director of Finance to facilitate monthly firm financing