Amanda Valderrama Ocala, FL

Phone: 352-460-5746 E-Mail: amanda.valderrama@knights.ucf.edu

Profile
My goal is to be able to communicate and inspire others in as many forms of creativity as possible. Whether
it is through photographs, written word, or verbal communication. I have a passion for film and I have a
deep appreciation for the production process thats involved with making television shows and movies. I find
so much beauty in picking up a camera and capturing something in a positive light, to write an article that is
relatable and raw, or becoming so immersed in a film that the characters become a part of you

Experience
Lake & Sumter Style Magazine, Editorial intern- writer/copyeditor January 17-May 17
Responsible for coming up with new ideas for content

. Understanding the overall needs and tone of the magazine

Reviewing stories of other writers of the magazine for grammar, spelling and punctuation

Ocala Style Magazine, Editorial Intern/Writer September 13-August 13

Responsible for researching and contacting sources to interview for articles.

Wrote articles based upon topics that would appeal to the magazines overall expressive style of the
magazine.

Accountable for getting stories written and submitted by their deadline.

Listened during interviews and planned meetings with editors to brainstorm future article topics.

The Moroccan Yearbook at The University of Tampa, Editor-in-chief August 12-December 12

Brainstormed and made overall decision on the yearbook theme and design.

Reviewed articles for proper punctuation, spelling and grammar. Having an eye for incorrect usage
of words and maintain getting articles edited in a timely manner.

Promoted book by organizing events for student involvement within budget as well as factoring in the
funds needed for the book, adjusting spending as needed.

Handled having a staff of 15 students responsible for assigning each task in order for content to be
completed come print time.

Education The University of Central Florida

The University of Central Florida, Pursuing a B.A. in Writing and Rhetoric with August 13- May 17

a minor in Journalism
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Skills
Cameras: Mark II 5D, Canon T3 T5 Rebel
Editing Software: Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign, and Final Cut Pro
Other Applications: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel, Celtx, Final Draft 7
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