Christen Gall

Chicago, IL USA

Professional Experience

I have an undergraduate degree in journalism and two years of work experience in public relations and marketing for a law firm. I'm looking to break into freelance writing covering topics such as politics, technology, culture, and general current events.

Expertise

Editor (photo, picture)
Entry Level
Graphic Designer
Entry Level
Reporter
Entry Level

Specialty

Business (general)
2 Years
International
2 Years
Law
2 Years

Industries


Marketing (firm) - Small to mid-sized corp. cl
2 Years
Newspaper - Community
2 Years

Total Media Industry Experience

2 Years

Other Work History

Legal marketing and public relations, Chicago, IL, 2013-2015

Technical Skills

Adobe Premiere, Final Cut

Foreign Language Skills

French (basic speaking; intermediate reading and writing)

Unions

None

Computer Skills

Word, Excel, Power Point, HTML and CSS (basics), Dreamweaver, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator

Equipment

Personal computer with Adobe programs, audio recorder, rental camera

Work Permits & Visas

Permitted to work in USA

Awards

Alternative for Pulliam Fellowship, awarded by Indianapolis Star Media Award for investigative reporting, Taylor University

Showcase

News Reporting

(4/21/2025)
(4/21/2025)