Kalina Pickett
Columbia
Summary
Dynamic media professional with extensive experience with Content Creators, excelling in audio editing and project management. Proven track record of enhancing podcast quality and driving audience engagement through strategic social media campaigns. Strong collaborator with a keen eye for detail, consistently delivering high-quality content on time while mentoring junior team members.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
It's Adulting Boo Podcast Editor
YouTube
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted with social media promotion strategies that helped grow podcast subscriber count over time consistently.
- Developed comprehensive show notes and transcripts, increasing accessibility for a wider audience.
- Established consistent branding elements across podcast episodes, creating a cohesive listening experience for the target audience.
- Conducted thorough research for each episode''s topic to ensure accurate information was presented in an engaging manner.
- Mentored junior editors in audio editing techniques, fostering skill development as well as team cohesion.
- Enhanced podcast audio quality by skillfully editing and removing background noise, improving listener satisfaction.
- Identified opportunities for cross-promotion within the podcast network, expanding show reach and visibility.
- Coordinated guest interviews for podcasts episodes, adding depth and diversity to the content offered to listeners.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all deadlines were met without sacrificing quality.
Content Manager
Jay & Mare
12.2021 - 03.2023
- Consistently met tight deadlines while managing multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively.
- Managed content distribution to online channels and social media platforms.
- Edited and proofread all written materials, maintaining a high standard of grammar and style consistency.
- Presented monthly reports on key performance metrics to senior management, providing insights into areas requiring attention.
- Collaborated with designers and developers to deliver on-brand content in alignment with brand vision.
- Developed and managed content calendar to meet deadlines and engagement goals.
- Contributed ideas in brainstorming sessions which led to innovative campaign concepts attracting new clients.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by conducting interviews and evaluating writing samples of potential team members.
Editor
Young Ezee
02.2020 - 10.2021
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality editorial work.
- Enhanced publication quality by diligently proofreading and editing articles for grammar, spelling, and consistency.
- Kept up-to-date on industry trends and emerging topics to ensure the relevancy of published materials.
- Collaborated with writers to improve content structure and clarity, resulting in increased reader engagement.
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Maintained open lines of communication with creator throughout the editing process, resulting in smoother collaborations.
Media Manager
EzeeXNatalie
02.2020 - 09.2021
- Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring a consistent brand voice and message.
- Boosted engagement rates with the creation of compelling and visually appealing content.
- Optimized posting schedules based on platform-specific analytics to maximize content visibility.
- Successfully built a loyal following by consistently sharing valuable content that resonated with the target audience.
- Monitored social media trends and emerging platforms, adopting new strategies to stay ahead of the competition.
- Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing effective social media strategies.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and optimize social media campaigns.
- Provided exceptional customer service through timely and thoughtful responses to user comments and messages.
- Streamlined content creation processes, improving efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
- Streamlined content creation process, allowing for more frequent and impactful posts.
- Improved online community sentiment by implementing proactive customer service approach on social media.
- Increased follower engagement with interactive content and timely responses to comments.
Graphic Designer
Youtuber Iamjustari
06.2020 - 11.2020
- Developed creative design for print materials, flyers, banners, and signs.
- Created engaging social media graphics that drove user engagement and increased online visibility.
- Conceptualized creative designs for print materials, flyers, and signs.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
Editor
Youtuber Tray Bills
04.2018 - 11.2020
- Initiated community engagement programs, increasing audience loyalty and feedback.
- Developed style guides and editorial processes to maintain a consistent video across all published materials.
- Maintained open lines of communication with creators throughout the editing process, resulting in smoother collaborations.
- Led redesign of youtube Intros , improving user experience and accessibility.
- Coordinated with creator to refine ideas, leading to more engaging content.
- Oversaw the production process, ensuring adherence to deadlines and budget constraints.
- Delivered edits on time for reviews and final delivery.
- Delivered edits with multiple camera angle choices, titles, graphics, audio, and special effects.
- Enhanced video quality by applying color correction, grading, and special effects techniques.
- Edited together video, audio still imagery and motion graphics for creative and informational multimedia projects.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, meeting strict deadlines while maintaining high-quality results.
- Increased viewer engagement through skillful use of pacing, rhythm, and transitions in video edits.
- Created and reformatted content across various social media and digital platforms.
- Created short-form videos, animated gifs and motion graphics for social media posts.
- Created titles, captions, graphics and templates in After Effects to give edits additional visual flare.
Graphic Designer
Youtbers Chris & Tray
01.2018 - 09.2018
- Developed creative design for youtube thumbnails.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
Education
Master of Science - Entertainment Business
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL08-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production
Art Institute
12-2014
High School Diploma -
W. J Keenan High School
Columbia SC05-2010
Skills
- Audio editing expertise
- Collaboration and communication
- Project management capabilities
- Multitrack recording
- Music selection and integration
- Intro and outro creation
- Content organization and structure
- Time management and deadlines
- Copyright and licensing compliance
- Storytelling and narrative building
- Photo retouching
- Creative photo manipulation
- DSLR camera use
- Color correction expertise
- Graphic design background
- Print processing
- Retouching master
- Image downloads
- Photoshop skills
- Artistic eye
- Photography and videography
- Video editing
- Customer service
- Creative thinking
- Digital design
- Attention to detail
- Equipment maintenance
- Phone and email etiquette
- Client scheduling
- Social media marketing
- Photojournalism
- Project budgeting
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
Timeline
It's Adulting Boo Podcast Editor
YouTube
01.2024 - Current
Content Manager
Jay & Mare
12.2021 - 03.2023
Graphic Designer
Youtuber Iamjustari
06.2020 - 11.2020
Editor
Young Ezee
02.2020 - 10.2021
Media Manager
EzeeXNatalie
02.2020 - 09.2021
Editor
Youtuber Tray Bills
04.2018 - 11.2020
Graphic Designer
Youtbers Chris & Tray
01.2018 - 09.2018
Master of Science - Entertainment Business
Full Sail University
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production
Art Institute
High School Diploma -
W. J Keenan High School
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