Emma Schmalz

Lead editor overseeing a team of 20+ writers and editors, managing hiring, bi-weekly editorial meetings, social media coordination, and regular pop culture and arts coverage.

Reported for Capital News Service, writing scripts, shooting live shots, editing packages and producing newscasts under tight deadlines; sourced and conducted interviews in the field.

Supported ABC7's digital desk by reporting and researching stories for the station website, fielding interviews with videographers, and helping report election-night data during the Virginia primary.

Wrote editorial features, dining guides, neighborhood pieces and on-the-scene coverage for the D.C., Boston, and Philadelphia markets while managing fact-check and photo requests.

Reviewed reporters' copy to catch AP Style, grammar and spelling errors and collaborated with editors to update the paper’s editing protocol and stylebook.

Provided table service and customer care at GrillMarx Steakhouse, managing orders and coordinating with kitchen staff to ensure timely service.

Grade: 3.57

Activities and societies: Archivist for Kappa Alpha Theta; Editor in Chief of The Campus Trainer; Staff Copy Editor at The Diamondback.

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with a concentration in Film and Media Studies; President’s Scholarship recipient, graduated May 2025 with a 3.57 GPA.