allison ramirez

social media specialist

About

As I have always possessed a great love for the editorial world, I am currently working in my first executive position as editor-in-chief of Rio Magazine, a hispanic lifestyle publication that serves both Laredo, Texas and Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico. I received my BA in English with a concentration in communications in the spring of 2015. I live for all things aesthetic and spend the remaining amount of my time maintaining and generating content for my personal style blog, The Stylish Soul. I have always felt most complacent when writing, so much of my experience extends from authoring editorials to fashion articles, and journalistic pieces. I am extremely passionate about fashion, food, and travel. I am a creative soul who learns quick, is always on the lookout for growth, is driven, hardworking, and always maintains a positive attitude and outlook.

Country

united states

City

laredo

Industry

writing and editing

Skill

blogging, social media, fashion, journalism, editing, photography, editorial, social entrepreneurship, online journalism, fashion blogging, fashion writing, english literature, english grammar, copy editing, academic english, marketing, social media marketing, content writing, web content production, public relations, customer service, microsoft office, writing

Experience

social media specialist

south texas college

2017-3 - Present · 9 yrs 7 mos

senior copy editor and reporter

the bridge student newspaper

2013-8 - 2015-5 · 1 yr 10 mos

Authored various news articles ranging from local events to sports, interviewed public figures, edited and provided feedback regarding the content of of news stories.

supplemental instructor and writing tutor

texas a&m international university writing center

2013-3 - 2015-5 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Served as a medium between professor and student by facilitating external study sessions, substituted the classes of doctorate level professors, built rapport with faculty, prepared administrative reports, practiced proper communication and troubleshooting. Promoted proficient and independent writing strategies across the collegiate curriculum, contributed to university wide publications, encouraged critical thinking among students, provided unbiased feedback, offered motivational support in a nonjudgmental manner, and developed a high degree of professional correspondence.

intern and fashion model

penny's tripp

2009-5 - 2009-7 · 3 mos

Participated in several live fashion shows on stage, as well as behind the scenes. Assisted the designers with styling issues concerning runway ensembles, along with press coverage matters.

style guru intern

collegefashionista

2013-1 - 2015-5 · 2 yrs 5 mos

Recorded campus street-style weekly through fashion editorials and high-quality photography, chosen to author several exclusive features, executed assigned tasks from the Editorial Director, selected for styling campaigns and editorial opportunities with the following: Juicy Couture, Macy’s, Seventeen Magazine, The Zoe Report, Amazon Fashion and The Huffington Post.

founder and operator and freelance blogger

the stylish soul

2011-7 - Present · 15 yrs 3 mos

Managed the flow of content, authored journalistic and editorial pieces, edited photos shot with a high powered Canon DLSR, created pitches for potential advertisers, facilitated and participated in brand partnerships with retail stores and marketing companies. Featured in the following media outlets: Chictopia, Teen Vogue, New York Magazine and Shelly’s London (Aldo Group).

merchandising assistant and cashier and stylist

aeropostale

2009-4 - 2013-1 · 3 yrs 10 mos

Upheld overall appearance of store, styling window displays, floor set layouts, and designed mannequin concepts monthly.

editor

rio magazine

2015-5 - 2016-12 · 1 yr 8 mos

Directed the creative and editorial content of the print-based magazine, authored journalistic articles and profile pieces, covered social events, managed and expanded the company’s large social media handles (Facebook following particularly, increased from 2.5k to 5.4k+ likes) , collaborated with clients to produce sparkling content, interviewed public officials, utilized professional photographic equipment, and edited all written components of the magazine.

Education

john b. alexander high school

2007-1 - 2011-1 · 4 yrs 1 mo

Activities and Societies: National Honor Society, Interact, Texas Association of Future Educators, Yearbook, Photography, Poetry Club

texas state university

journalism

2012-1 - Present · 14 yrs 9 mos

I attended Texas State University for one semester in which I was able to explore the field of journalism and fashion merchandising. I took the following courses: Mass Communication, Intro to Fashion Merchandising, Public Speaking, Journalistic Writing

texas a&m international university

english language and literature

2011-1 - 2015-1 · 4 yrs 1 mo

English with a focus on American literature, biographical research, and critical thinking. Separate concentration on Mass Communication with media-related and journalistic writing courses. Activities and Societies: Member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, and senior copy editor and reporter for The Bridge student newspaper