This is an abbreviated portfolio of my work as an artist and professional
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Worked as a literary coordinator for Poets & Writers, Inc. Assisted with administering grants to writers. Blogged for the site
Literary Curator
Curated programs and wrote the grant for the first-ever programming track dedicated to Black/Brown writers at the Words & Music Festival.
Taught classes. Servd as an advisor and mentor to the 2022-23 Breakthrough Residency.
Wrote "The Body Remembers" for the Tulane University Dept of Dance & Theatre. Poem was choreographed by faculty and presented by students. Watch here.
Commissioned Poet for Health Equity
Presented at The 80th Anniversary of Zora Neale Hurston’s Symposium Their Eyes Were Watching God at Kansas University. Created and co-produced a short film.
Poems & Pink Ribbons
Breast Cancer Writing Workshop Founder & Producer
Developed a writing workshop for Breast Cancer patients and their families. Partnered with Jazz musicians for a musical open mic.
Content Writer for Events, Media & PR
Worked as a member of the writing team for the halftime show during the NBA-All Star Game in New Orleans.
Freelance Writer for Publications
Worked as a Freelance writer for Veritte, GoNola.com, Essence Fest and more.
Philanthropy Content Writer and Facilitator