Resume
Allyson Oken- Woolley
EDUCATION
Humboldt State University Bachelor of Arts
Areas of Concentration: Journalism, Broadcast News
Minor: Sociology and Music
Graduation 2010
Mendocino Junior College/
Undergraduate Degree Seeking
Related Course Work
HSU: Law of Mass Communication
Radio Broadcasting
Print News
Reporting
Marketing in Mass and Neche
Social Media Applications
Photo Journalism
Adobe Design Suite 1 &2
Digital Communication
Mass Communication History
Empirical Research & Communication
Responsibility in Mass Communication
Race & Inequality
Quantitative Literacy
Mendocino JC: Reading and Composition
Recording Studio Techniques
State and Fed. Gov.
Critical Thinking
Mass Media and Society
Creative Writing
Intro to Sociology
Environmental Science Intro. to Energy
AWARDS
CNPA Better News Papers Contest, Honorable Mention, Feb. 2016
(Arts and Entertainment Section, Atascadero News)
RELATED EXPERIENCE
News Media Corporation
Reporter/Photographer
Aug. 2013 – Feb. 2019
Responsibilities: reporting for seven publication, full-time / freelance, writing, photographing, editing, compiling community calendar submissions, web backend management, social media posting for 5 publications, attending community events, speaking at community organizations, connecting with the public, research, analysis, pitching stories, page design, answering phones, file storage upkeep, and organization. Beats included: government, natural disasters, community meetings, events, education, environment, music, food, wine, and entertainment. Reference 1: New Media Corp phone: (815) 562-4171. Reference 2: Luke Phillips (Former Editor) Lukephillips21@gmail.com
Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce
Marketing Director/ Graphic Designer
Nov. 2016 – June 2017
Responsibilities: promoting events, designing promotion graphics and advertisements in illustrator,
creating content for weekly e-blasts, web site back-end management, in house photography and videography,
promoted new business members, provide member support with promotion through e-blasts,
managing social media sites, helping to host the annual gala by creating power point presentations,
selling ads into the annual visitor’s guide, working with media partners to promote the chamber,
soliciting donations for live and silent auctions, answering phones, helping in the visitor’s center, and editing
the visitors guide for print as well as finalizing payments for ads sold and invoicing, providing support to staff on a project-to-project basis. Reference: Lori Woods (Former HR and Direct Supervisor no longer employed at the Chamber of Commerce) phone: (805) 835-7026.
Estero Bay Community Radio
On Air Talent/ Promotions Director
Dec. 2014 – May 2015
Description: I produced a radio show called, Coffee Talk on site at local coffee houses that aired two times a week. The idea was to bring back the lost art of conversation and engage with our fellow humans over a cup of joe.
Responsibilities: editing and collection of SOT, production, or pre-recording, maintain digital library of radio shows, promoting the radio station, planning, and hosting events, emcee at events and fundraisers, sound technician, and community engagement.
Reference: Hal Abrams (Station Founder) phone: (805) 769-8458.
KUSP FM (NPR Affiliate Station)
Field Reporter
Dec. 2011 – July 2013
Responsibilities: Covering braking news including interviewing, editing recordings on Adobe Audition, recording transitions to create a cohesive story, meeting deadlines, taking photos, working pledge drives, and working with News Director to create content.
Reference: KUSP phone: (831) 476-2800.
LANGUAGES
English– native language
Spanish– elementary speaking, reading, writing proficiency.
Professional Associations/ Development
Catering and Events Kitchen Expeditor Nautical Cowboy (2019-2020 closed for Covid-19 Lockdown)
Educator, Server, Kitchen Expeditor Fig at Cortney's House (2019 - 2020 closed for Codid-19 Lockdown)
Wine Education: Cultivated over 7 years of writing about, tasting, and pairing wines for Vino Magazine and other publications (2013-2019)
MC and Announcer at Atascadero Colony Days Parade, Atascadero Ca. (2019)
Co-Owner, Baker, Marketing, Events at Socrates Coffee House (2017-2018 Sold)
California Chamber of Commerce Non-Profit (Marketing Director for Paso Robles Dec. 2016-2017)
Tasting Room Assistant Manager (In Training), Treana Winery Hope Family Wines, Paso Robles Ca. (Nov.- Dec. 2016)
Estero Bay Community Radio (Board of Directors: Promotions Director 2014-2015)
KHSU FM (Intern 2009-2010)
KRFH.net Student Run Radio (On Air Talent, Music Director Assistant 2008-2010)
HSU Lumber Jack News Paper (Features Reporter 2009-2010)
Soup Chef at Jaffy's Soup and Noodle House, Arcata Ca. (2003-2008)
Closing Manager at The Avenue, Eureka Ca. (2004-2006)
Braito's Marina Dock Manager and Lake Tour Guide, Lake County Ca. (2002-2008)
Bookkeeping Quick Books Buckingham Park Water District, Lake County Ca. (2006-2008)
Water Ski Designer Maherajah water skis, Lake County Ca. (2006-2007)
Construction and Design, Shoemaker and Son, Big Bear Ca. (2005-2006)
Mendocino JC Student Government (Recreation Director 2007)
Mendocino JC Recording Studio Technology Club (President 2006-2008)
Classically Trained by Navy Chef Sea Scouts of America Catering Corp. (2001-2008)
Sea Scouts of America (Rank, Able 2000-2008)
Jazz Choir (Lead Soprano 2000-2003)