SIMONE OCTAVIA STEPHEN
4 Brookside Road, Edison, NJ ⧫ (848) 295-7950 ⧫
simonestephen2022@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
Journalism student with a minor in Finance. Skilled in research, content strategy, and data-driven
storytelling. Eager to apply analytical thinking and creative writing in the
finance or tech industry.
EDUCATION:
Hampton University, Hampton, VA
Bachelor of Arts in Media Journalism | Minor in Finance | Expected May 2026
GPA: 3.08 | Relevant Courses: Microeconomics, Financial Accounting, Media Research
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Saber Sports – Host, Sideline Reporter & Writer | Hampton, VA | 2022–Present
Anchored televised sports segments; developed research-based scripts and live interviews
Presented analytical insights on game trends, which sharpened storytelling under deadline
Hampton Script – Writer | Hampton, VA | 2023–Present
Reported on campus news; applied data-driven research to generate timely articles
Pitched and developed finance and student-life topics for broad readership
Disney+ Campus Ambassador | Hampton, VA | 2024–Present
Managed digital marketing campaigns using performance metrics and data analysis
Designed content strategy across TikTok and Instagram, increasing student engagement
SOS - Surgery of Open Souls – Blogger & Content Strategist | Remote | 2022–Present
Wrote and edited blog/podcast content centered on mental health a
Leveraged social platforms for audience insights and engagement growth
Amazon – Associate | Edison, NJ | Summer 2023
Supported logistics operations while strengthening collaborative and efficiency skills
SKILLS:
Research | Strategic Communications | Content Marketing
Data Interpretation | Google Analytics (in progress) | HubSpot Content Certification (in progress)
Canva | Excel | Adobe Premiere (Basic) | Social Media Engagement and Strategy
Podcast Hosting | Public Speaking | News Writing | Microsoft Office Suite