Janessa Villicana
San Jose
Summary
Versatile editorial and communications intern with experience in content creation, proofreading, social media management, and collaborative publishing projects. Skilled at researching, editing, and promoting literary content for diverse audiences. Currently pursuing a B.A. in English, Professional and Technical Writing, with a minor in Advertising at San José State University. Passionate about independent publishing, youth literacy, and bringing stories to readers.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Media Manager and Bookseller
Recycle Bookstore
12.2024 - Current
- Manage the store’s social media accounts, creating engaging content that highlight books, authors, staff, and store atmosphere.
- Assist in maintaining store operations, including inventory organization, emails, and customer engagement.
- Support buybacks and promotions, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, maintaining a welcoming literary community.
Expressions Newsletter Editorial Intern
College of H&A, Marketing and Communications San Jose State
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Proofread and edited feature stories, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and consistency in style.
- Conducted research and interviews with authors, faculty, and students to create compelling narratives.
- Collaborated with editorial staff in weekly meetings, pitching story ideas and evaluating submissions.
- Strengthened final manuscripts by reviewing tone, formatting, and flow across multiple drafts.
Online Magazine Content Writer
Her Campus SJSU
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Researched, pitched, and wrote articles covering campus life, book recommendations, and literary trends.
- Collaborated with editors to refine content in alignment with brand voice and audience needs.
- Promoted articles via social media, engaging readers and boosting visibility of published work.
- Met tight deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume digital publication environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English, Professional And Technical Writing
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA05-2027
Skills
Editorial: Proofreading Copy editing Fact-checking Research Grammar expertise
Writing: Feature writing Pitching Content development for print & digital platforms
Marketing & Publicity: Social media strategy Audience engagement Community outreach
Administrative: Scheduling Record keeping Telework tools (Zoom, Asana, Google Drive, Meets, and Mail )
Collaboration: Team leadership Cross-functional teamwork Meeting deadlines
Timeline
Expressions Newsletter Editorial Intern
College of H&A, Marketing and Communications San Jose State
01.2025 - 05.2025
Social Media Manager and Bookseller
Recycle Bookstore
12.2024 - Current
Online Magazine Content Writer
Her Campus SJSU
09.2023 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English, Professional And Technical Writing
San Jose State University
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