Jacqueline Prata
I am a student at Northwestern University majoring in Journalism, Media and Integrated Marketing Communications. I have diverse experience in the areas of marketing, digital media, journalism, broadcasting, contemporary documentaries, design and politics.
My ability to achieve targeted goals using leadership, analytical and communication skills, in combination with a strong work ethic makes me an excellent candidate for any team based opportunity.
I have a passion for marketing, communication, research and writing.
About Me
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Journalism, Marketing, and Communications – Creative Writing; Documentary Filmmaking; Video Production; Print and
Broadcast Journalism; Reporting; Data Analysis; Social Media; Digital Media, Research
Leadership - Building Teams, Collaboration; People Management, Teamwork, Strategic Thinking; Problem Solving
Technology - Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Adobe Creative Suite, R and Python
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Northwestern University, Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications, Evanston, Ill. June 2024
BA in Journalism with Integrated Marketing Communications and Leadership Certificates; Major GPA 4.0; Overall GPA 3.96
Minor in Political Science
Certificates in Leadership and Integrated Marketing
Paris, France Study Abroad Global Learning Program
University of Paris Sorbonne Nouvelle, France Aug 2022-Dec 2022Focused immersion program in art, literature, & contemporary European thought
Middlebury Language Academy, Spanish Immersion Program, Middlebury, Vt. Summer 2017
Sacred Heart Greenwich, Greenwich, Conn. June 2020
cum laude, High School Diploma; GPA 4.0; 18 APs or honors classes; 3-week study abroad in Australia; Service & Discovery, Peru
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NBC Universal Summer 2022 Internship Program, NBC Sports Group Production, Stamford, Conn. June 2022-Aug 2022
Production intern for NBC Golf Channel
Supported all phases of production including editing, graphics, features, social media, marketing & research
Worked with Studio and Live Tournament leadership
Northwestern News Network (NNN), Evanston, Ill. 2022-Present
Northwestern’s student-run broadcast news station
WNUR, Northwestern’s Radio Station, Evanston Ill. (3 million listeners throughout the Chicagoland area) 2022-Present
Radio Broadcaster for one-hour long radio slot weekly, assisting in organization and curation
Create playlists, introduce and discuss songs played, keeping listeners engaged
Member of Grammy U, National Recording Academy
Northwestern University, Tri-Delta, Chapter President and Digital & Social Media Coordinator, Evanston, Ill. 2020-Present
Led chapter membership and served as primary spokeswoman/representative to University staff, alumnae, and Panhellenic
Oversaw Executive Board and participated as a member on the Management Steering Committee, slated future leaders
Coordinated a cohesive brand message and image, created and implemented a digital marketing plan and social media posts
Teen Kid News, Channel 9/WWOR-TV, Reporter/Intern, Eastchester, N.Y. 2015-Present
Educated teenagers and their parents at this Emmy award-winning nationally syndicated TV news, 2021 Emmy Nomination
Various Teenage Magazine Publications, Contributing Writer, Virtual 2015-2022
Enlightened readers with articles for Teen Ink, New Moon Girls, and Pine Tree Poetry; received Editor’s Choice Awards
Sacred Heart Greenwich, Greenwich, Conn. 2016-2020
Broadcast Journalism Department, Executive Producer, Festival Coordinator, Panelist
Created contemporary documentaries; received over 25 film festival awards; instructed and mentored students
Yearbook, Editor in Chief, Candid and Club Editor, Layout and Design Editor
Delivered the publication to 750 students by overseeing objectives, strategies, and execution of written and visual content
The Pelham Picture House Documentary Filmmaking, Pelham, N.Y. 2016-2020
Office of Mayor Ron Belmont, Intern, Harrison, N.Y. Summer 2019
Office of Congresswoman Nita Lowey, Congressional District 17, Intern, White Plains, N.Y. Summer 2018
Fortune Cookie Surprise!, Author and Self-Publisher, White Plains, N.Y. 2016
Wrote and illustrated a children’s book and managed the publishing process via Rosebud Publishing
Created author’s website, listed at top of resume (www.jacquelineprata.com)
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Purple Dragonfly First Place Recognition – For creation of an outstanding children’s book (Fortune Cookie Surprise!) 2020
Story Monsters Approved! Children’s Book Designation – For accomplished authors (Fortune Cookie Surprise!) 2019
San Francisco Writers Conference (Student Scholarship Winner), San Francisco, CA 2019
Office of Congresswoman Nita Lowey, Congressional Certificate of Achievement – For outstanding contributions 2018
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Alex’s Lemonade Stand; St. Jude; Greenwich Special Olympics; Wreaths Across America