Content Producer + Editor  Aug 2008 - Present

Have spent several years writing full time, contract, and freelance for multiple publications, including but not limited to MTV, The Village Voice, Westword, Oklahoma Gazette, HelloGiggles, Colorado Public Radio, and The Huffington Post. Created online content that has been shared hundreds of thousands of times on social media outlets.

Publisher of Serial Optimist  January 2010 - January 2017

Inspired by comedy, creativity, and community. Serial Optimist quickly became a leader in the online entertainment community, averaging over 200k unique visitors each month. Interviewed comedians and artists including Amy Schumer, Marc Maron, Patton Oswalt, Natasha Leggero, Rob Riggle, and many more. 

Creative Director at Desmond Mason Art  Jan 2015 - April 2016

Managed all aspects of NBA player turned artist Desmond Mason’s social media and public relations. 

Curated and produced Mason’s art shows in Oklahoma City, Austin, Las Vegas, and New York City.   

Managing Editor at MTV News  Jan 2012 - June 2015

Managed other writers and the content that we produced on MTV News and related sites. Focused on positive takeaways, comedy, pop culture, humor, and current events.

Moderator and Content Manager at AOL  April 2012 - Dec 2013

Moderated the 2012 election at The Huffington Post. Created daily video content for AOL. Collaborated with producers on content and video across all HuffPo and AOL platforms.  

Media + Marketing Director at The Dallas Morning News  Jan 2008 - Jan 2010

Worked as a liaison between the marketing and editorial departments focusing on covering arts and entertainment for Quick. Produced events such as fashion shows, art shows, and festivals for the paper.