Ariana Alcantara

Pitch and write stories for both digital and print publications. Keep writing aligned with the voice of the magazine while maintaining personal style.

As the Lead Writer for an emerging magazine focused on lifestyle and the arts, I play a pivotal role in sculpting the editorial direction and content strategy. I demonstrate my ability to adapt to the challenges inherent in launching a new publication by maintaining the voice of our company. Aside from editing, my writing contributions focus on the film and music industries, as that is where my passion lies. My roles and responsibilities include: - strategizing content ideas based on the publication's style and tone - writing articles, blog posts, and features - conducting research on emerging film industry and music trends - conducting interviews of local artists, musicians, and filmmakers - reviewing and editing written content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, clarity, and coherence - leading a team of contributors by providing guidance and feedback - collaborating with other departments, such as marketing, social media, and design to ensure image alignment

Creative Writing concentration, Film minor