About
Curious Human & Storyteller
Stories aren't limited to one medium. A good storyteller shouldn't be either. I have the skills in reporting, writing, photography, videography, design, social media and web development to tell stories in the most engaging ways possible.
Skills
- Reporting and writing
- DSLR Photography
- Adobe Creative Cloud Software including Lightroom, Premiere, After Effects, Illustrator and InDesign
- Social media management
- HTML5, CSS, Javascript, Ruby on Rails, JQuery
- User experience research, testing and design
- Creating communication strategies
Resume
Sumary
Olivia Dimmer
Innovative and deadline-driven storyteller with 5+ years of experience finding, conceptualizing and developing messages and stories people want to engage with.
Education
Technical Communication and Information Architecture M.S.
2018 - 2020
Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, IL
Studied UX/UI research and design as well as web and app development. Took courses in graphic design, editing and project management.
Media and Information B.A.
2013 - 2017
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Minored in documentary filmmaking while also studying journalism, design and web development.
Volunteer Experience
Reading Tutor
2017 - 2018
SOS Children's Illinois, Chicago, IL
Provided reading tutoring and homework help services for elementary-aged children in group foster homes.
Food Distrubution Volunteer
2020 - 2021
Lakeview Pantry, Chicago, IL
Sorted, packaged, and delivered food to clients.
Professional Experience
Assistant Content Director
2017 - Present
Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, IL
- Led the creation of a visual brand identity for Illinois Tech
- Project managed, shot and edited all visual materials for website relaunch and continue to do so to keep site updated
- Write stories, shoot photos and create video packages to aid in fundraising, recruitment and brand awareness
Breaking News Intern
2017
The Oregonian/OregonLive.com, Portland, OR
- Reported on breaking news and met deadlines in fast-paced situations
- Created front page content with written stories and photos
- Crafted videos for social media
Election Stringer Reporter
2016
The Associated Press, Lansing, MI
Collegiate Correspondent
2016
USATODAY College, Lansing, MI
Breaking News Intern
2016
South Florida Sun Sentinel, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Editor-in-Chief
2015-16
The State News, East Lansing, MI
Breaking News Intern
2015
Jackson Citizen Patriot/MLive, Jackson, MI
Portfolio
- All
- Writing
- Video
- Photo
Contact
Email:
olivia.dimmer@gmail.com