Arionne Nettles

Chicago, IL USA
Website: http://arionnealyssa.com

Professional Experience

Freelance journalist specializing in entertainment, lifestyle, and business with a proficiency in storytelling and interviewing.

Total Media Industry Experience

3 Years

Media Client List (# assignments last 2 yrs)

JET Magazine (6-10), Pure DOPE Magazine (10+)

Corporate Client List (# assignments last 2 yrs)

Manic Media Group (3-5), Genius Interactive (1-2), The BOSS Network (3-5)

Other Work History

Social Marketing Lead at Coyote Logistics; worked within the Marketing Department for 3 years

Technical Skills

• Graphic design • Basic web design • Photography • Some photo editing

Computer Skills

• Basic knowledge of programming languages (Visual C++, Java, Visual Basics, HTML)

Equipment

Laptop, digital camera (professional), audio recorder, software for graphics and editing (Adobe Creative Suite)

References

Tone Swep, ToneSwep@dope310.com Editor at Pure DOPE Magazine—Tone is my editor at Pure DOPE Magazine. He assigns interviews to me and edits my submissions. Additionally, I designed and maintain all 4 of the company’s websites—DOPE310.com, DOPEMAG.net, SEXEEMag.com, and LOOTxRIOT.com. Cameka Smith, camekasmith@gmail.com The BOSS Network leadership team—I copyedit content and currently assist with social media posts, primarily with pictures, quotes, and content that appeal to the organization’s 32,000 followers on Instagram. Additionally, I wrote a number of business-related posts for the organization’s blog. Rebecca Walker, rebeccanwalker@gmail.com Former Coworker at Coyote Logistics—Rebecca and I worked closely together at Coyote. She led our public relations efforts and I led our social media strategy. Together, we were the external voice of the company and closely monitored Coyote in the news and other digital spaces.

General

A biography written for a blogger client
Guest business blog post on the BOSS Network's site
Company bio for a client that makes gift cards and other handmade gifts
Career articles in the Lifestyle section of JET
Interview with Orange is the New Black actress, Dascha Polanco
A business blog post comparing the similarities learned while simultaneously training for a half marathon and starting a business