AJ Nelson
Quincy,MA
Summary
Motivated communications major with strong writing skills and a passion for crafting compelling content. Skilled in various forms of written communication, including content creation, editing, and strategic messaging. Adept at conveying complex ideas clearly and effectively, with a commitment to delivering high-quality work in fast-paced environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Staff Writer -
HoopDirt.com and WHoopDirt.com
11.2018 - Current
- Coordinate weekly “Coach of the Week” program for largest college basketball coaching websites in the country
- Post news and jobs to websites
- Proofread and edit stories for clarity prior to publication
Girls JV2 Basketball Coach -
North Quincy High School
11.2023 - Current
- Run daily practices for a 13-player team during the winter sports season
- Supervise team on road trips
- Communicate with varsity coach and parents regarding any concerns that arise
Communications Intern -
City of Quincy Recreation Department
06.2022 - Current
- Send press releases regarding the city’s recreation programs to local newspapers for publication
- Control the Recreation Department’s social media pages, including Facebook
- Travel around the city taking photographs of rec programs for flyers and social media
Sports Intern -
Boston Globe Media Partners
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Wrote up to five articles per week covering New England’s sports teams for Boston.com, both pitching ideas and accepting assignments
- Checked wire feeds daily and published relevant stories to Boston.com
- Compiled and sent daily e-mail sports newsletter to subscribers
Park Leader -
City of Quincy Recreation Department
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Led daily playground activities for children ages 6-16
- Accompanied children on field trips throughout New England
- Communicated weekly schedules and activities to parents
Education
Bachelor of Arts - - Communications Major, History Minor
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA05.2023
Timeline
Girls JV2 Basketball Coach -
North Quincy High School
11.2023 - Current
Sports Intern -
Boston Globe Media Partners
07.2022 - 12.2022
Communications Intern -
City of Quincy Recreation Department
06.2022 - Current
Park Leader -
City of Quincy Recreation Department
06.2019 - 08.2021
Senior Staff Writer -
HoopDirt.com and WHoopDirt.com
11.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - - Communications Major, History Minor
Boston College
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