Chiffon Claiborne

As a media professional with a passion for storytelling and digital strategy, I have experience in creating impactful content that resonates with audiences across platforms. My expertise spans influencer sourcing, project management, and visual storytelling. I thrive in dynamic environments, were I am enabled to contribute to both a creative vision and data-driven decisions. With a strong background in managing projects from concept to delivery, I’m always looking for opportunities to collaborate, innovate, and help brands tell their stories in the most compelling way possible.

Work History

Content Auditor

Chicago Sun-TimesOct 2023 - Feb 2024 • 5 mosAchieved data accuracy by meticulously entering and validating information into the company database and spreadsheets. Optimized data entry processes and workflow through effective communication and collaboration with team members to ensure deadlines are being met. Conducted targeted candidate research to gather pertinent information, facilitating proactive outreach via outbound calls and emails. Successfully reminded candidates to submit surveys before the deadline, ensuring timely completion.

Content Contributor

Siebel Center for DesignNov 2022 - May 2023 • 7 mosFacilitated content development by administering various tasks, such as coordinating meetings, conducting interviews, and managing note-taking and data collection processes. Conducted in-depth interviews with team members and project partners, capturing records of projects, programs, and courses. Generated captivating content tailored for digital and social platforms, significantly enhancing brand visibility and fostering audience engagement.

Multimedia Journalist

University of Illinois Urbana-ChampaignOct 2022 - May 2023 • 8 mosManaged and curated dynamic social media content during gamedays, capturing impactful footage to enhance audience engagement. Partnered with producers to conceptualize and execute newscasts, promotions, social media posts, and teasers, driving audience interest and interaction. Crafted persuasive and SEO-optimized copy for social media posts, maximizing reach and fostering higher engagement levels.

News Intern

WCIA 3Mar 2023 - Apr 2023 • 2 mosReacted promptly to emergencies and breaking news stories, ensuring swift and effective response. Delved into critical community issues, conducting thorough investigations to shed light on matters affecting the area. Engaged actively in editorial meetings, contributing valuable insights and ideas to shape story development and content.

Student Designer

The Grainger College of EngineeringOct 2021 - Dec 2021 • 3 mosGathered data from excel files, shared drives, and student submissions. Created impact sheets for each student on Adobe InDesign. Communicated with team in a timely manner when questions arose, so deadlines were not missed.

Education

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Bachelor of Science - BS, Journalism2021 - 2023

Waubonsee Community College

Associate's degree, Mass Communication/Media Studies2020 - 2021

Ball State University

No degree, Journalism2019 - 2020

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