WELCOME!
Growing up on Chicago's South Side, my parents filled our home with love and laughter and the encouragement to dream. I believe that all things are possible with passion, dedication and a boundless imagination. I bring those qualities to everything that I do.
Much of my childhood was spent navigating the pages of one novel or another, immersing myself in the stories they held. It was my love of reading that inspired my desire to write and my infatuation with words. I chose to pursue journalism because I believe the stories of everyday people can be just compelling as the ones found in books if the right person is holding the pen. I craft pieces that are engaging, innovative and well-informed, regardless of the subject.
As a recent graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism, I am seeking entry-level writing/editing positions. I hope this portfolio gives you a sense of who I am as a person and my capabilities as a young professional in the journalism industry. I look forward to connecting with you soon.
-Luria
EDITORIAL INTERN | ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY
January 2018Â - Present
Quickly and accurately wrote daily breaking news articles that utilize SEO.
Pitched digital features that were well researched, required minimal editing and demonstrated knowledge of EW tone while still staying true to my personal writing style.
Trusted to be the sole EW reporter on the red carpet at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards, providing fun and informative social media coverage and interviewing celebrities for a subsequent post.
Compiled witty digital galleries to complement trending news in TV, books and movies sections.
Moderated reader comments from the website to maintain constructive and respectful conversations.
EDITORIAL INTERN | VIBE MAGAZINE
April 2017 - July 2017
Pitched original, newsworthy content to encourage conversation among readers and increase website traffic. My articles consistently generated more than 50,000 unique pageviews per month and my most popular story on our Facebook feed was shared amongst users more than 12,300 times.
Relayed descriptive and engaging event coverage from events such as Michelle Obama’s College Signing Day, The Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival, the re-launch of MTV Beach House, Panorama NYC and more.
ARTS & BOOKS DEPARTMENT EDITOR | VOX MAGAZINE
August 2016 - December 2016
Pitched unique story angles on a weekly basis that demonstrated my consideration for tone and audience, my attention to packaging and my knowledge of what kind of sourcing a story needs.
Thoroughly fact-checked articles and conducted follow-up interviews when necessary.
Worked exhaustive hours to push the magazine through print production, and exercised my ability to not only address micro edits (grammar and style), but also macro edits (tone and direction).
Edited blogs written by digital editors for voxmagazine.com on a weekly basis.
Coordinated with the art and photo departments on a regular basis to conceptualize either illustrations or photos to accompany stories.
EDITORIAL INTERNÂ | VIBE MAGAZINE
June 2016Â - August 2016
Wrote approximately 20 articles each week on topics such as music, national news, fashion, TV and celebrity news.
Completed accurate interview transcriptions for editors and met tight deadlines.
Conducted in-depth interviews with talent, which resulted in ongoing, trustworthy relationships with their management teams.
Executively served as the managing editor for the VIBE intern group project, which required the interns to create their own online magazine.
DIGITAL EDITOR | VOX MAGAZINE
August 2015Â - December 2015
Worked as a member of a team of eight digital editors to reproduce print content for voxmagazine.com, and utilized various digital and mobile applications (Thinglink, StoryMap JS, Google Maps, Steller, Fyuse, Panorama 360, PicPlayPost, etc.) to create interactive and engaging online presentations.
Interpreted Google Analytics, Facebook Insights and Twitter Analytics reports to present to the staff, and conducted critiques of the magazine’s online and print content.
Wrote for VoxTalk blog weekly covering various topics including entertainment, food, art and books.
Managed social media accounts.
WRITING SAMPLES
ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY
The latest news about TV shows, movies, and music, as well as exclusive behind the scenes content from the entertainment industry.
'The Poet X' is a stunning amplification of the Latina experience: EW review:Â https://bit.ly/2FO62xC
'Grey's Anatomy' recap: 'You Really Got a Hold on Me':Â https://bit.ly/2pPgKgs
Activists make the case for "a world without prisons"Â in new Black Lives Matter memoir:Â http://bit.ly/2mNbIQ8
'The Four' winner Evvie McKinney talks her whirlwind experience: "Stuff just started happening so fast":Â http://bit.ly/2GPZm1Q
"The ball is rolling": Musicians speak out on #MeToo at the Grammy Awards:Â http://bit.ly/2owpat3
BILLBOARD MAGAZINE
Entertainment industry staple whose signature asset, The Billboard Charts, remains the final word on success in music.
Happy Birthday, Lauryn Hill! 9 Songs That Sample L Boogie:Â http://bit.ly/2snBUWF
VIBE MAGAZINE
A leader in hip-hop/urban culture and music news since the early 1990s. Online-only since 2014, and the legacy continues.
Adrian Marcel Shed His Label To Rediscover His Vision As An Artist:Â http://bit.ly/2tnzIdE
Rappers KYLE, Saba And Hot 97's Nessa Talk The Return Of MTV Beach House:Â http://bit.ly/2tXP2SEÂ
Rotimi Is Shooting For Greatness And His Talents Can’t Be Tied Down: http://bit.ly/2s64A3p
Laila Ali And TJ Maxx Introduce ‘The Maxx You Project’ To Encourage Women To Overcome Stereotypes: http://bit.ly/2swoAPk
Interview: Jordan Fisher Is On A Mission To Share His Music With The World: http://bit.ly/2bA6zV8
Juice Hip-Hop Exhibition Kicks Off The 2016 Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival: http://bit.ly/2jiT0iP
Day One At Panorama NYC Hosts Madlib, FKA Twigs, Schoolboy Q and DJ Khaled: http://bit.ly/2jpZp9n
VOX MAGAZINE
A magazine that delivers news and views of mid-Missouri culture and entertainment. Weekly in print and everyday online.
#ScandalHangover: A weekly blog that recounts the top five highlights from each episode in season 5 of ABC's Scandal http://bit.ly/2iXg6g5
"Crimson Peak" isn't as scary as thrill seekers were promised: Movie Review http://bit.ly/2kkw04w
Faith, trust and pixie dust couldn't save "Pan" from falling flat: Movie Review http://bit.ly/2jRGMhQ
"The Peanuts Movie" brings together fans of all generations: Movie Review http://bit.ly/2jRumGs
XONECOLE.COM
An online magazine that serves as a "platform for millennial women to share their personal stories, showcase their signature style, and speak their minds."
Why I don't want my daughter to gain her self-worth from "good hair": I use my personal experiences to provide context as to why I believe the concept of "good hair" is damaging in the African American community. http://bit.ly/2j6GmzR
PRINT PRODUCTION SAMPLES
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