1. Work History
SARAH DOUGLASS
317 Price St. Unit 2, Oxford, MS 38655 • Cell: (361) 658-9366 • sarah.park.douglass@gmail.com
HoĴyToddy.com , 08/2014 to Current
Staff Writer – Oxford, MS
Wrote, edited, and produced stories for multiple platforms, including Internet and digital channels.
Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
Organized material, determined area of emphasis, and wrote stories according to prescribed editorial style and
format standards.
Yoga Instructor, 08/2010 to Current
Personal Instructor
Certified in Ashtanga Vinyasa beginner Yoga.
Helps previously injured clients reach optimal recovery using Yoga.
Educated in anatomy, limited Sanskrit, breathing techniques, and the history of Yoga.
Pack-A-Thon, 09/2011 to Current
Volunteer – Burlington, NC
Worked to set up Pack-A-Thon events at the University of Mississippi.
Helped pack over 142,650 meals, which went to impoverished schools in Kenya, Haiti, Sri Lanka, India, and
Bangladesh.
Reading is Fundamental , 10/2011 to Current
Member – Washington, DC
Organized fundraiser events in Oxford, MS to raise money for books, which go to schools in need.
Black BuĴe Ranch, 05/2014 to 07/2014
Glaze Meadow Snack Shop Employee – Deschutes County, OR
Maintained updated knowledge of all menu items, specials, liquor brands, beers, and non-alcoholic selections.
Continually provided exceptional service to customers by being friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating.
Maintained a consistent, regular aĴendance record.
The University of Mississippi Museum , 01/2014 to 05/2014
Intern – Oxford, MS
Helped curate exhibitions.
Organized gift shop merchandise.
Helped label, document, and organize pieces in the warehouse.
The Daily Mississippian, 09/2011 to 05/2014
Staff Writer – Oxford, Ms
Covered city and campus news.
Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
Followed through on beat sources, contacts, and leads to gather information for stories.
Feed The Hunger, 01/2014
Co-Leader – Sri Lanka, India, Bangladesh
Co-lead a mission trip to Asia.
Advised volunteers on specific shots needed, supplies to bring and further preparations for the trip.
Worked with schools to beĴer their education systems.
Delivered supplies to slums in Colombo, Moratuwa, Dambulla, Neboda, Kandalama, Badulla, Kolkata, Dhaka,
Naogaon, Ambari, and Dinajpur.
Feed The Hunger, 07/2012
Mission Trip Worker – Kenya
Served on a mission trip to Africa.
Worked with schools to beĴer their education systems.
2. Delivered food and clothing to slums in Nairobi and to tribes in the Karungu area of the Bush.
Women's Adventure Magazine, 11/2011
Contributor Writer – Silver City, NM
Feature story published online.
Affiliations
Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority
Education
Bachelor of Arts: Journalism, 2015
University of Mississippi - Oxford, MS
Minor in Art History
Emphasis in Public Relations.
Studied abroad in Edinburgh, Scotland and Cádiz, Spain.
Chancellor's Honor Roll
Yoga Teacher Training 200 - Hour Program: Beginner Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, 2010
Mount Madonna Center - Watsonville, CA
Skills
Fast learner
Highly dependable
Very adaptable
Organized
Excellent aĴention to detail
Versatile