skn Sarah K.

Norris
Objective To secure a position in new media where I can utilize my unique command of both written
and digital communication, develop creative solutions for media online and help clients
formulate and actualize their online presence

Education Master of Science, journalism

Northwestern University
Degree expected December 2009
GPA to date: 3.3
Bachelor of Arts, journalism Degree awarded May 2008
Michigan State University GPA: 3.3, Honors College member

Experience Executive producer/digital

Medill Magazine Innovation Project Fall 2009 (present)

• Built, from the ground up, digital vision and strategy for Bonnier Corp’s title, Science Illustrated, as
part of gaining graduate degree
• Coordinated with all departments to develop a viable business plan
• Motivated other team members, set and monitoried deadlines and ensured team morale
• Delegated duties to staff of two, presented progress reports and supervised article selection and
backend coding for the website
InfoCommons specialist (employed while enrolled in MSJ program)
Northwestern University Library Fall 2009 (present)
• Provided quality customer service and addressed patrons’ needs and questions regarding library
policy and reference inquiries
• Tackled IT issues and performed maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment

Consultant/Receptionist (employed while enrolled in BA program)

MSU Writing Center — East Lansing, MI Spring 2006-Spring 2008
• Tutored MSU students and faculty in a one-on-one setting, revised and edited academic writing
• Gathered background research and managed team of co-workers
• Scheduled appointments, performed receptionist duties, organized calendars and events, and
presented to undergraduate classes on a regular basis

Editorial intern
Whirl magazine — Pittsburgh, PA Summer 2006
• Purchased items for photo shoots and gathered advertising materials and photos
• Prioritized promotional material, handled subscription and reader requests
• Wrote articles on charity events, and copy for product and fashion spreads
• Participated in copy-editing and editorial planning meetings
News intern
The Tribune-Review —Greensburg, PA Summer 2005
• Monitored police scanner, discussed developing local coverage with editors and reporters
• Wrote spot and feature news, including breaking stories, and longer-term special coverage pieces.

Skills Print and Digital Design

• Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver
• Preparing documents for publication, including pre-press work
Multimedia Content and Editing
• Photo, video and audio editing skills (iMovie, Audacity, Flash, FinalCut, SoundSlides Plus)
• Preparing content for the web, including infographics, Flash and audio slideshows
• Proficient in HTML and CSS and experience working with content management systems
• Social media strategy, marketing and branding