Shaun Savarese
Writer | Editor | Graphic Communications Professional | Print Production | Project Communication
I am a communications professional with experience across journalism, editing, photography, newspaper production, print production, large-format graphics, environmental branding, nonprofit communications, research writing, and project coordination.
My work has centered on helping people and organizations communicate clearly through words, images, design, print, and production.
Professional Summary
Communications professional with a background in journalism, graphic communications, print production, visual storytelling, and project-based communication. Experienced in writing, editing, reporting, photography, page layout, pagination, proofreading, large-format graphics, signage, environmental branding, nonprofit writing, research, and community-focused communication.
Skilled at translating information into clear, useful, and audience-focused content across print, digital, visual, and physical formats.
Core Skills
Writing & Editing
Feature writing, news writing, sports journalism, columns, proofreading, copy editing, headline writing, research writing, explanatory writing.
Graphic Communications
Large-format graphics, signage, environmental branding, print production, visual communication, file preparation, quality control, production workflow.
Journalism & Storytelling
Reporting, interviewing, photography, community journalism, sports coverage, profiles, human-interest features, editorial judgment.
Project Communication
Client communication, stakeholder coordination, production planning, deadline management, workflow support, problem-solving.
Research & Analysis
Historical research, international development writing, project management analysis, academic writing, source evaluation, synthesis of complex information.
Leadership & Community
Youth coaching, nonprofit communication, community engagement, team communication, volunteer leadership.
Selected Professional Experience
Graphic Communications / Print Production
Experience producing and supporting large-format graphics, signage, environmental branding, wall graphics, window graphics, campus displays, and institutional visual communication projects.
Responsibilities have included file preparation, production support, quality checks, installation support, client communication, and project coordination.
Relevant work includes:
- Large-format graphics
- Campus signage
- Environmental branding
- Wall and window graphics
- Printed displays
- Visual communication projects
- Production workflow support
- Quality control and proofing
Journalism, Editing & Newspaper Production
Experience as a reporter, editor, columnist, photographer, sports editor, pagination proofreader, and newspaper production professional.
Covered sports, community news, profiles, features, youth athletics, high school athletics, local events, personal columns, and human-interest stories. Also worked in newspaper page layout, pagination, proofreading, headline fit, visual hierarchy, and deadline production.
Relevant work includes:
- Sports reporting and editing
- Feature writing
- Human-interest profiles
- Community journalism
- Opinion columns
- Newspaper page design
- Pagination and proofreading
- Photography
- Deadline-based production
Nonprofit & Public-Interest Writing
Produced research-driven public-interest writing on global poverty, hunger, water quality, refugees, and international development topics.
This work required researching complex issues, interpreting data, identifying trends, and presenting information in a clear and accessible way for general audiences.
Relevant work includes:
- International development articles
- Poverty and hunger research
- Water quality reporting
- Refugee-related writing
- Public-facing explanatory content
- Nonprofit communications
Project Management & Analytical Writing
Completed graduate-level project management coursework focused on organizational analysis, stakeholder communication, scope, risk, planning, and project execution.
This work connected communication skills with process analysis, decision-making, project structure, and organizational problem-solving.
Relevant work includes:
- Project management case analysis
- Stakeholder communication
- Scope and risk analysis
- Process evaluation
- Written recommendations
- Graduate-level research and analysis
Historical Research
Academic background includes historical research focused on colonialism, labor, race, politics, international relations, Cold War influence, and Guyanese history.
This work strengthened skills in research, evidence evaluation, narrative structure, context-building, and long-form analytical writing.
Education
University at Albany, State University of New York
Bachelor of Arts in English / Journalism
Bachelor of Arts in History
Focused on journalism, digital and visual media, writing, research, and world history.
Fayetteville State University
Graduate Certificate Coursework in Project Management
Completed graduate coursework in project management with a 4.0 GPA.
Clemson University
MS in Graphic Communications
Application in progress / planned graduate study.
Selected Portfolio Areas
Journalism & Writing
Feature stories, sports coverage, columns, community journalism, news reporting, and personal essays.
Graphic Communications
Large-format graphics, signage, environmental branding, print production, and visual communication.
Newspaper Production
Pagination, page layout, proofreading, headline fit, visual hierarchy, and deadline workflow.
Research & Analysis
Historical research, nonprofit writing, international development articles, and project management case analysis.
Photography & Creative Work
Sports photography, community photography, visual storytelling, and creative writing.
Leadership & Community
Youth coaching, nonprofit communication, stakeholder coordination, and community engagement.
Professional Direction
My current professional focus is the intersection of communication, graphic media, print production, workflow, visual storytelling, project leadership, and emerging technology.
I am especially interested in how tools such as AI and automation can improve communication workflows, print production, content development, and visual media systems.
Contact
For professional inquiries, portfolio review, freelance work, or collaboration:
Email: savarese32@outlook.com
LinkedIn: Shaun Savarese | LinkedIn
Portfolio: shaunsavarese.com/portfolio