Elizabeth Vinson

• Prepared, wrote and edited op-eds for ABIC and its partner organizations to emphasize need for immigrants in the U.S., and to improve readability and impact.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality editorial work.
• Successfully pitched stories to leading publications across the U.S. for placement.
• Wrote other daily deliverables, such as Letters to the Editor, to emphasize need for diversity in the U.S.
• Collaborated with writers to improve content structure and clarity, resulting in increased reader engagement.

• Created targeted messaging for diverse audiences, ensuring relevance and impact across multiple platforms.
• Collaborated with internal stakeholders to design strategies for messaging and communications.
• Implemented social media strategies, boosting online presence and audience engagement.
• Used earned media to spread awareness of MIRA's efforts.
• Strategized communications plans to streamline yearly goals.
• Developed weekly newsletter for supporters and donors nationwide using MailChimp.
• Crafted materials such as the annual report; press releases; talking points; commentaries and op-eds.
• Crafted messaging for diverse audiences, leveraging a variety of communication channels.
• Mentored junior staff members on effective communication techniques, driving professional growth within the team.

• Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients.
• Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
• Followed company policies and editorial guidelines to craft thorough, well-written content.
• Lead writer for the SPLC's “Attention on Detention” – a series that highlights those currently fighting for their release from immigrant detention.
• Travel to various cities to meet and interview immigrants, then write articles describing their plights to the U.S.
• Lead writer for the SPLC's Immigrant Justice Project, LGBTQ+ and Special Litigation practice groups.
• Write and pitch op-eds for senior leadership centered around immigration reform.
• Write breaking news that is elevated to the nation via the main website and social media platforms.
• Regular contributor to the Center's quarterly newspaper, The SPLC Report – a quarterly newspaper that uplifts the SPLC's litigation and other initiatives.
• Responsible for creating the SPLC's weekly internal newsletter that summarizes achievements of the Center throughout the week.
• Managed multiple writing assignments simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.

• Collaborated with editors to develop compelling
story ideas, ensuring diverse content that
appealed to a wide audience.
• Researched and produced daily news reports.
• Edited stories for accuracy and clarity.
Enhanced news coverage by conducting
thorough research and fact-checking for
accuracy.
•Lead writer for the publication's Arts & Culture
section.
• Produced17-page resource guide regarding
Contributed to increased readership by
consistently delivering engaging and timely
stories.
•Penned op-eds related to city government
decisions.
•Conducted in-depth interviews with key
stakeholders, providing comprehensive
perspectives on relevant issues.