1.Master of Arts, Lamar University, December 2012, Major Area: English

2.Bachelor of Journalism, University of Texas at Austin, December 1999, Major Area: Broadcast Journalism

1. 2024-Present: Public Speaking Instructor, Lamar State College Port Arthur - Responsible for teaching the public speaking course. Responsible for providing quality instruction to dual credit and traditional students. Responsible for accurate record keeping of attendance, work performance and curriculum alignment. Responsible for timely completion and submission of related course documents including attendance verification, administrative summons, and course grades. Responsible for planning course projects and establishing course goals according time restraints of each term.

2. 2016-2017: Public Speaking Instructor, Lamar Institute of Technology - Responsible for instruction the public speaking course. Responsible for accurate record keeping of attendance, work performance and curriculum alignment. Responsible for timely completion and submission of related course documents including attendance verification, administrative summons, and course grades. Responsible for planning course projects and establishing course goals according to me restraints of each term.

3. 2015-2016: Introduction to Broadcasting Instructor, Lamar University - Responsible for the instruction of the Introduction to Broadcasting course in the College of Communications. Taught students to develop their filming, script writing, directing, studio and field producing skills. Taught students the history of broadcasting and video while helping to develop their storytelling skills. Helped students to develop their editing creativity and efficiency on Final Cut Pro software. Responsible for accurate record keeping of attendance, work performance and curriculum alignment. Responsible for timely completion and submission of related course documents including attendance verification, administrative summons, and course grades. Responsible for planning course projects and establishing course goals according to me restraints of each term. 

Freelance Reporter, Consumer Reports New York, NY | February 2024 - present - Write articles and evaluate consumer products based on research and user feedback Develop methodologies and collaborate with industry experts and legal teams to advocate for consumer protection Provide actionable insights based on findings to inform consumer decisions

Media Specialist, Texas Department of Family & Protective Services Region 4 & 5 | August 2024 - present - Serve as primary media contact for agency programs and high-profile cases Foster relationships with stakeholders and external entities Share uplifting stories highlighting the unsung heroes in the agency Enhanced community engagement through positive storytelling

Public and Government Affairs Manager, ExxonMobil Beaumont, TX | May 2023 - February 2024 - Coordinate stakeholder engagement opportunities while maintaining the company’s image Manage the charitable giving budget for community relations and employee engagement. leveraging analytics and KPIs Serve as the Public Information Officer for crisis communications and oversaw media management

Community Relations Advisor, TotalEnergies Petrochemicals USA | October 2017 - April 2023 - Facilitated compliance with tax abatement agreements for the Ethane Cracker Project in Jefferson County. Established a stakeholder tracking system to generate analytics and key performance indicators for management review Coordinated schedules, logistics, and event planning of TotalEnergies Executives, the media, and VIP visitors Developed stakeholder engagement strategies to support local businesses

BISD Broadcasting Coordinator/Advanced Broadcast Teacher Beaumont Independent School District | January 2007 - September 2017 - Oversaw production of video stories highlighting BISD student achievements and district events. Filmed and edited student-focused stories Gained Final Cut Pro editing certification and train-the-trainer certification to teach and certify students Supervised and managed 20+ individuals in the weekly production of Friday Night Lights, managing large production teams for live events

News Reporter, KFDM TV | December 2002 - December 2007 - Crafted, voiced, and video-edited stories for the 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m., and 10:00 p.m. broadcasts Conducted live reports and interviews daily, covering severe weather and notable civil and criminal cases Produced an award-winning three-part documentary on a southeast Texas group’s journey to Ghana

1. 2000 - present, National Association of Black Journalists

2. 2002 - present, Press Club of Southeast Texas

3. 2010 - present, National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Epsilon Theta Chapter, Educational Sorority

4. 2018 - present, Leadership Southeast Texas, c/o 2018

*Fall GEDS Faculty Development Day

*Fall GEDS Faculty Training

*Attended the 24th Annual LIT Salute to Real American Heroes in 2025 on behalf of LSCPA on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025