MOLLY KAPLAN
San Jose,CA
Summary
I’m passionate about telling meaningful stories that connect with and inspire my community. Leading my school newspaper as Editor-in-Chief and attending the Medill-Northwestern program have helped me grow my skills in reporting, editing, and storytelling. I enjoy mentoring others and believe journalism has the power to create positive change.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Editor-in-Chief
Crown & Shield Newspaper
01.2023 - Current
- Lead print production, design, and layout; assign stories and mentor reporters
- Instruct class sessions; oversee AP Style editing and final publishing process
Assistant Editor-in-Chief & Layout Editor
Crown & Shield Newspaper
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Wrote and edited features, opinion, and news; trained staff in InDesign and story structure
Staff Writer
Crown & Shield Newspaper
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Reported and wrote print and digital stories; developed interviewing and reporting skills
Education
Notre Dame San Jose
01.2026
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Medill-Northwestern Journalism Institute
01.2025
Skills
- Proficient in InDesign
- Novice in Photoshop
- AP Style
- Youth Mentorship
Certification
Lifeguard, Crossgates Cabana Club (2024–Present)
Intern, Career & Life Success Department (2025–Present) – Support curriculum and classroom leadership for junior career readiness
Turn Up Intern (2024–2025) – Wrote political briefs, led youth outreach, and coordinated school-wide career fair
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Assistant Editor-in-Chief & Layout Editor
Crown & Shield Newspaper
01.2024 - 01.2025
Editor-in-Chief
Crown & Shield Newspaper
01.2023 - Current
Staff Writer
Crown & Shield Newspaper
01.2023 - 01.2024
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Medill-Northwestern Journalism Institute
Notre Dame San Jose
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