Maria Villarroel
About Me
Currently pursuing a master's degree in international communications, I am excited to be a member of the press and keep exploring the field of journalism.
Location
New York City, NY
Education
S
St. John's University-New York
August 2021 - December 2023
degree
Master's
major
Journalism
S
St. John's University
August 2020 - December 2022
Work Experience
O
Office of Media Relations
Graduate Assistant
New York, NY, US
August 2023 - present
company
Office of Media Relations
title
Graduate Assistant
overview
- Composed compelling articles showcasing St. John's University, highlighting its academic
- Conducted interviews with a diverse selection of students, capturing their unique
- Cultivated strong relationships with local journalists, proactively reaching out to share
G
Game Rant
Freelance Movie and TV Reporter
May 2023 - present
M
Mava's Multiverse
Founder
New York, NY, US
March 2023 - present
W
Will Murphy Electoral Campaign
Intern
New York, NY, US
May 2023 - September 2023
T
The Torch
Culture Editor
New York, NY, US
May 2022 - January 2023
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Fun Fact
I have lived in three different countries. When I was 11, my parents and some family friends did an "daughter exchange" in which I came to the States for six months with our friends to learn English, and their daughter went to Venezuela to learn Spanish.
Passion
Immigrating from Venezuela, a country that denounces news, I vowed to approach journalism with integrity, empathy and relentless pursuit of the truth. I'm elated to be an incoming member of the press, and through my writing, inspire and educate people.
Skills
Languages
EnglishSpanish
Skills
AP StyleCreative WritingInterviewingLit ReviewReporting
Gigs / Freelance
G
Game Rant
Movie and TV News Writer
May 2023 - present
Leadership
The Torch
Culture Editor
May 2022 - January 2023
Hobbies
Reading
Writing
Watching Movies