Category: Portfolio

  • Rules for Writing

    My rules for writing as demonstrated in the post: Celebrating Interfaith Cooperation at SLCC through Iftar Clear and Engaging Introduction: The opening paragraph sets the scene and highlight the core message. The quote about students from different faiths praying together is a powerful hook. Strong Organization: A logical structure with clear headings make it easy…

  • This is SLCC

    “This is SLCC.” is a fact booklet used by executives in Development and Government Relations. I work with executives at SLCC to showcase data and information of interest to potential audiences.

  • IMC Plan

    I work with Director Kino Hurtado to create, maintain and execute a five-year integrated marketing and communications plan for Hispanic Serving Institution initiatives at SLCC. As a living document the plan is in a constant state of being updated demonstrating my process in strategic planning and communications. IMC Plan

  • Social Media

    I work with SLCC’s digital team to produce content for the institution’s social media channels. The example below is a blurb from SLCC’s Instagram handle that links to an article that I wrote about Utah State Senator Luz Escamilla based on our earlier interview. The article was featured in our 2023 commencement program, on our…

  • Diagrammatic

    I worked with SLCC’s creative team and an executive from the Office of Sponsered Projects (OSP) to tell the story visually of OSP’s work with equity, diversity and inclusivity funding at the institution. The diagrammatic was featured in SLCC’s Magazine Winter/Spring 2022 issue. Diagrammatic

  • Beloved Community: Through the Eyes of Children

    This blog post discusses the “Beloved Community Project” at Salt Lake Community College, an exhibit that showcases photographs taken by elementary and middle school students. The project encourages children to explore Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision of a Beloved Community through photography, expressing their unique perspectives on unity, cooperation, and connection. The article highlights…

  • Speech

    As a professional speechwriter, I had the privilege of writing SLCC President Huftalin’s annual convocation speech, which acts as a year-in-review and guide for the upcoming school year. I enjoyed reviewing all of her speeches and messages from the prior year and leveraging her vast knowledge and enthusiasm to motivate faculty and staff for the…

  • Statement

    I worked with SLCC executives to craft an Official College statement in response to USHE’s Juneteenth resolution. Juneteenth Statement

  • Media Report

    Monthly report to SLCC’s Executive Cabinet regarding public relations efforts. Media Report January 2023

  • Magazine Article

    I worked with SLCC Basic Needs Coordinator Rene Zepeda to highlight the topic of culturally relevant products at SLCC’s Food Pantries and his unique approach to student engagement. The article that I produced for SLCC’s magazine turned into earned media opportunity on 2KUTV. Article: As Food Prices Spike, The Jam Man Connects Students to Resources…