My experience in various media outlets had provided me with adaptable skills, whether it be reporting or creating information graphics. I’m a graphic designer at the Columbia Missourian, a local digital and print newspaper that informs residents on state and local news. As a graphic designer, I visualize data using Adobe Illustrator, Tableau, QGIS and HighCharts.
Within the various courses that make up my major, I’m learning basic HTML coding and an understanding of SQL to tell better stories with data.
In May 2019, I will graduate from the University of Missouri with a bachelor’s degree in data journalism.
In addition, I work with Mizzou Athletics to maintain my university’s brand through social media, press releases and athlete features. During university sporting events, I help manage media outlets, coaches and game officials to ensure their experience at Mizzou is memorable.