Summary
Citizen Journalist reporting on social justice issues. Quick learner and team player. Former Marine Corps non-commissioned officer with 5 years Military Intelligence experience.
Education
Ankeny High School, Ankeny, Iowa
High School Diploma
Graduated - May 2011
Defense Language Institute, Presidio of Monterey, California
Associate of Arts in Arabic
Graduated - December 2013
I completed the 63-week Arabic Basic Course while serving in the Marine Corps and earned my Associate degree by completing an additional 15 credit hours outside of the course. While studying there I was one of 6 students in my class to attend a month-long immersion trip in Rabat, Morocco.
The George Washington University, Washington, District of Columbia
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communications
Enrolled - March 2018
I attended on a full scholarship utilizing veteran's benefits. Worked as a videographer, associate editor and podcast producer at The GW Hatchet, an independent weekly broadsheet. Worked part time in fine dining, nightclub security and photography.
Employment History
United States Marine Corps
Cryptologic Linguist
January 2012 - January 2017
- Provided linguistic and analytical support to SIGINT-based operations.
- Translated foreign audio and graphic materials into English in order to support reporting for high-level customers.
- Delivered briefings to higher-level military personnel on overseas efforts.
- Conducted critical intelligence analysis.
- Maintained target language skillset for use at the operational level.
- Utilized linguistic experience to identify vulnerabilities within networks for targeting efforts.
Professional Skills
Digital Video Shooting
Audio/Video Editing
Adobe Premiere Pro
News Writing
Communication
Teamwork
Leadership