Austin Blake
Fredericksburg, VA
Summary
Former Editor-in-Chief and Sports Editor of Massaponax High School's award-winning newspaper, The Growl. I am well known for my leadership, fostering communication, and giving ample constructive feedback to my peers. I am excited to apply these skills in a new role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Front of House Staff Member
Hope Heroes Southern Kitchen
Fredericksburg, VA
06.2026 - 08.2026
- Greeted guests warmly, managing seating arrangements to optimize flow and enhance guest experience.
- Assisted in taking and processing customer orders accurately.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate timely food service.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area to create a welcoming atmosphere, contributing to positive guest feedback.
- Handled cash transactions and processed payments securely, ensuring accuracy and trustworthiness in financial exchanges.
Editor-in-Chief
Massaponax High School Growl
Fredericksburg, VA
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Led team of editors, writers, and staff in producing high-quality content, fostering a collaborative environment.
- Managed the layout and design of the school newspaper using digital publishing tools.
- Edited articles for clarity, grammar, and compliance with school publication standards, enhancing overall quality.
- Reviewed submissions from student writers and provided constructive feedback.
- Provided feedback on article drafts before they were published.
- Collaborated with staff to develop engaging headlines and visuals, increasing reader interest in articles.
Sports Editor
Massaponax High School Growl
Fredericksburg, VA
08.2023 - 05.2026
- Monitored daily sporting events to identify and report on pertinent news, ensuring timely coverage for school community.
- Edited sports articles to enhance accuracy and clarity, improving reader engagement in school publication.
- Coordinated with student-athletes to gather insights and conduct interviews, enriching content quality for readers.
- Oversaw the layout and design of the sports section in the school newspaper.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
The Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA05-2030
High School Diploma -
Massaponax High School
Fredericksburg, VA05-2026
Skills
- Team leadership
- Research skills
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Collaboration
- Team Collaboration
- Layout design
- Interview techniques
- Multitasking
- AP style proficiency
Timeline
Front of House Staff Member
Hope Heroes Southern Kitchen
06.2026 - 08.2026
Editor-in-Chief
Massaponax High School Growl
08.2025 - 05.2026
Sports Editor
Massaponax High School Growl
08.2023 - 05.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
The Pennsylvania State University
High School Diploma -
Massaponax High School