Mallory Strickland
Journalist
Moselle,MS
Summary
Community-driven journalist passionate about storytelling that resonates with and uplifts the unheard. Experienced in print and digital media, specializing in community news, trauma-informed storytelling, and nonprofit coverage while consistently approaching sensitive topics with empathy, accuracy, and integrity. Proficient in interviewing, photography, content creation, and digital engagement, dedicated to producing journalism that informs, heals, and inspires meaningful change. Notable work includes a feature story on event venues for the George Co Chamber of Commerce's 2025 magazine, showcasing both written content and photography.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Journalist Intern
KD Public Relations
Natchez, Mississippi
08.2025 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with sources to gain exclusive insights for reporting purposes.
- Contributed to the publication''s credibility by adhering to ethical standards in reporting practices.
- Enhanced article quality by conducting thorough research and fact-checking before submission.
- Collaborated with editors to refine and polish articles, resulting in increased reader engagement.
- Supported fellow interns by providing guidance or assistance when needed fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Generated compelling story ideas by staying current on industry trends and local events.
- Improved overall readability of articles through careful proofreading and editing skills.
Journalist, Photography
Richton Dispatch Newspaper
Richton, Mississippi
04.2025 - Current
- Writing compelling community news stories for print and digital platforms
- Conducting interviews with local residents, business owners, and community leaders
- Creating and updating web content to enhance user engagement and accessibility
- Analyzing and optimizing social media and website performance
- Adapted writing style for diverse audiences across print, online, and multimedia platforms.
- Performed research and checked facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
- Developed strong relationships with sources, leading to exclusive interviews and scoops.
- Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with industry experts and celebrities.
- Fostered strong relationships with sources, ensuring access to exclusive insights and information.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
Journalist
Greene County Herald
Leakesville, Mississippi
04.2025 - Current
- Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.
- Enhanced publication''s reputation by consistently delivering high-quality, well-researched articles on various topics.
- Cultivated strong relationships with sources and other contacts to support leads and story development.
- Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
- Adapted writing style for diverse audiences across print, online, and multimedia platforms.
Social Media Consultant
Jacobs Well Recovery Center
Poplarville, Mississippi
12.2024 - Current
- Photography and creative photo collage design for storytelling and promotional use
- Strong customer service skills with experience in booking interviews and coordinating events
- Developing clear, concise, and engaging written content across multiple formats
- Monitored marketing campaign progress with web analytics.
- Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing targeted social media strategies.
- Identified social media trends and developments to influence PR strategies.
- Optimized content for search engines, improving organic traffic to clients'' websites.
- Utilized analytics tools to track campaign success, refining tactics as needed based on data-driven insights.
- Designed visually appealing graphics for use in social media posts and advertisements, enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal of clients'' profiles.
Digital Team Member/ Reporter
RHCJC
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Covering local stories for all platforms
- Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
- Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.
- Enhanced publication''s reputation by consistently delivering high-quality, well-researched articles on various topics.
- Cultivated strong relationships with sources and other contacts to support leads and story development.
- Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
- Developed strong relationships with sources, leading to exclusive interviews and scoops.
- Performed research and checked facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Journalism
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS 05.2001 -
GED - journalism, communications, Social Media strategies
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Perkinston, MS04.2012
Skills
- Effective communication
- Proficient in Adobe software
- Service excellence
- Journalistic writing expertise
- Digital photography
- Website evaluation
- Certified in media literacy
- Certified in Google Analytics
- Social media marketing certification
Research and validation proficiency
Effective deadline management
Strategic press release crafting
Interactive media storytelling
Feature article writing
Photojournalism methods
Strategic sourcing
Proficient in managing multiple tasks
In-depth feature storytelling
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
Media Literacy
Timeline
Social Media Marketing
11-2025
Journalist Intern
KD Public Relations
08.2025 - Current
Journalist, Photography
Richton Dispatch Newspaper
04.2025 - Current
Journalist
Greene County Herald
04.2025 - Current
Google analytics certification
04-2025
Media Literacy
03-2025
Social Media Consultant
Jacobs Well Recovery Center
12.2024 - Current
Digital Team Member/ Reporter
RHCJC
10.2024 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Journalism
University of Southern Mississippi
05.2001 -
GED - journalism, communications, Social Media strategies
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College