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Kileigh Kane

@kileighkane

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NCAA Division I student-athlete with a passion for strategic communications.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a dynamic role that allows me to utilize my communication skills and creativity in a collaborative environment.

As a dedicated NCAA Division I student-athlete, I have honed my skills in strategic communications and marketing through various internships and academic pursuits. My experience as a Marketing Intern at Vicus Capital allowed me to contribute to brand redesign efforts and develop engaging content, including newsletters and brochures. I thrive in fast-paced environments, where I can apply my creativity and attention to detail to produce high-quality work.

In addition to my marketing experience, I have a strong background in journalism and photography. As a Paralympics Photographer for The Associated Press, I was selected to represent Penn State, capturing impactful moments and ensuring timely delivery of images. My role required me to work under tight deadlines while maintaining a high standard of quality, showcasing my ability to perform effectively in high-pressure situations.

My academic journey at Penn State University has equipped me with a solid foundation in strategic communications, complemented by hands-on experience in news production and multimedia storytelling. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to create compelling narratives and connect with audiences through various platforms.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Paralympics Photographer

The Associated Press

Sep 2024 - Present (11 months)

Selected to represent Penn State and the Associated Press as a Paralympics Photographer, operating ethernet cables to push photos out immediately. Worked on deadline, with multiple photos selected to run on the wire, and organized and captioned photographs in Photo Mechanic.

Paralympics Photography Photo Mechanic Photo Editing Captions Ethernet

Marketing Intern

Vicus Capital

Aug 2024 - Present (1 year)

Helped develop a brand re-design and headed monthly composite brochures and risk tolerance analyses. Created a weekly newsletter, brochures, and stock photos for the company website.

Risk Analysis Asana

Director

Centre County Report

Aug 2022 - Present (3 years)

Directed and co-directed live shows weekly for Penn State’s newscast, creating packages and VOs, and editing audio and video segments. Met deadlines, developing strong attention to detail and organizational skills that kept a well-run news room, and coded shows in Inception.

Live Show Direction Video Editing Audio Editing Inception Software

Staff Writer

The Oval Magazine

Mar 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)

Helped run website and social media pages, managing outreach and communication with athletes. Researched and interviewed athletes for news articles and photographed track competitions for social media use.

Social Media Management Interviewing Sports Photography Content Creation

News Team

CommRadio

Dec 2021 - Present (3 years 8 months)

Developed segments for on-air production by recording audio, writing articles, and editing audio. Kept and recorded stats for sports segments, covering sports, weather, and general news.

Audio Production Audio Editing News Reporting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Penn State University

Master of Professional Studies, Strategic Communications

2023 -

Currently pursuing a Master of Professional Studies in Strategic Communications at Penn State University, with an expected completion in May 2025. The program focuses on advanced communication strategies.

Penn State University

Certificate, Sports Journalism

2023 - 2024

Obtained a Certificate in Sports Journalism from Penn State University in May 2024. Focused on reporting and writing within the sports industry.

Penn State University

Bachelor of Arts, Photojournalism

2020 - 2024

Pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Photojournalism at Penn State University, completing the degree in May 2024. Gained skills in visual storytelling and journalistic photography.