Adrianna Lawrence | Multimedia Journalist

Richmond, VA | 757-754-9797 | adriannalawrence48@yahoo.com

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A passionate and community-driven journalist with experience producing high-quality stories under deadlines, and excited to
apply competitive attitude and storytelling skills towards a local news market.

SKILLS
CMS: Wordpress, Newsdesk
Software: ENPS, Adobe Premiere, Edius, Anvato, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite
Social Media & Platforms: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

COMMUNICATIONS EXPERIENCE
Assignment Editor January 2023 – May 2023
WTVR CBS 6 News, Richmond, VA
● Communicated consistently and effectively with reporters, management, and public information officers
● Monitored multiple police scanner websites to maintain a top position in the market
● Maintained a daily record of competitor newscasts

Reporter August 2022 – May 2023

VCU Capital News Service, Richmond, VA
● Pitched story ideas to news director biweekly
● Published by numerous Virginia media outlets, specializing in environmental policy
● Developed an enterprise story focusing on a nationwide environmental policy
● Live tweeted fast paced events and statewide meetings
● Worked with a team of 14 members to produce high quality news stories

News Intern September 2022 – December 2022

WTVR CBS 6 News, Richmond, VA
● Field assisted reporters and photographers during breaking news twice a week
● Contributed to social media content and ideas to enhance the CBS 6 brand
● Practiced stand ups and develop strong writing and editing skills, while accepting constructive criticism
● Created packages and VOSOTs to develop broadcast content
Digital Intern May 2022 – August 2022
WAVY-TV 10, Norfolk, VA
● Managed and create engaging digital content, collaborating with 5 team members
● Published over 10 articles a week
● Utilized Anvato to edit and publish media on the website and OTT content platforms

PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE
Wedding and Portrait Photographer June 2019 – Present
Adrianna Lawrence Photo, Virginia
● Extensive knowledge of lighting, composition, and camera settings
● Strong visual storytelling skills
● Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with others
● Ability to anticipate and react quickly to changing situations

Her Campus at VCU, Director of Photography, VCU August 2020 – May 2023
● Directed a team of 10 photographers to output social and digital content, weekly

EDUCATION
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), Richmond, VA May 2023
Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications, Concentration in Digital Journalism Overall GPA: 3.8
Relevant Coursework: Communications Ethics and Law, Intro to Broadcast Writing, Copy Editing, and Intro to Media Production