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I’m a professional writer and editor in the Washington, DC area…

…with a passion for leveraging engaging writing, detail-oriented editing, and insightful research to explore new perspectives. My areas of expertise include the MENA region, international economics, gender parity, and the intersection of sports and culture.

What I Do:

Consulting

Editing

Ghostwriting

Publication Design

Research

Writing

Experience

Editor-In-Chief at Switch the Pitch Soccer
(2019 – Present)

Freelance Writer and Editor
(2018 – Present)

Editor-In-Chief at MLSFemale
(2019)

Journalist at MLSFemale
(2018 – 2019)

Research Consultant at The Aspen Institute
(2018 – 2019)

Research Consultant at The Emirates Diplomatic Academy
(2017 – 2018)

Fouad Ajami Fellow at Johns Hopkins University, School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS)
(2017 – 2018)

Liaison Officer and Subject Matter Expert (Afghanistan) at United States Marine Corps
(2008 – 2014)

Technical Skills

  • Fluent in AP Style, MLA, Chicago and more
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Adobe Creative Cloud (specifically InDesign)
  • Project management software (Asana, Base Camp)
  • Content management systems (WordPress, Shopify, and more)
  • Digital publishing
  • Social media campaign design (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and more)
  • Digital media creation (podcasts and short promotional videos)

Education

American University, Kogod School of Business, Washington, DC
Master of Business Administration (anticipated 2021)

Johns Hopkins University, School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), Washington, DC
Master of Arts, Middle East Studies and International Economics (May 2018)

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, Minneapolis, MN
Bachelor of Arts, Global Studies (December 2015)

Member of National Writers Union