Poetry
“Thoughts on You” in Forum Literary Magazine, May 2024
“Salmon Fishing on the Oregon Coast” in the Wingless Dreamer Publisher’s Sea or Seashore Poetry Anthology, August 2022
A Collection of Pandemic Poems, September 2021
“I don’t remember” Eclectica Magazine, April/May 2019
“Ready to Eat” The Canticle, Spring 2017
“Climbing Up the Wasatch Mountains” Rumi Poetry Club ‘Sand and Sky,’ May 2017
“La Recette” The Canticle, Spring 2016
“Summers in the City” CityWeekly, June 2015
Events
Poetry Reading at the Forum Magazine Launch Party May 2024
Poetry Reading at the Utah Arts Festival August 2021
Poetry Reading at Central Book Exchange (SLC,UT) September 2019
Poetry Reading at Central Book Exchange (SLC,UT) April 2019
Poetry Reading at the Utah Arts Festival June 2018
Rumi Poetry Club ‘Sand and Sky’ Launch Party (“Climbing up the Wasatch Mountains” published) 2017
The Canticle Launch Party (“Ready to Eat” published) 2017
Freelance Services and SEO Writing
Since May 2020, I’ve freelanced on Fiverr helping clients with their writing needs. You can find out more about my services HERE.
Visit my LinkedIn to learn more about my professional writing experience and feel free to browse my B2B/B2C SEO Content Portfolio
Reporting: News & Crime
Fulltime Remote Safety Alert Writer and Editor for Citizen (August 2020 – June 2022)
Commended for my high-quality writing and reporting of “Inferno Consumed Row of Commercial Buildings” in Los Angeles that informed Citizen users while CTR skyrocketed
Praised for my superb writing and impressive results from my report on “Hours-Long Vehicle Pursuit of Armed Man,” which achieved hundreds of shares and high CTR
Garnering hundreds of shares and contributing to a goal of DAU, my superb reporting of “Blaze Consumed Roof of Five-Story Building” in NYC earned me company-wide recognition
Kind Words
“I started working with Alina back in September of 2020, fresh out of my training and ready to learn. Since then, she’s consistently delivered exemplary work in the form of coherent and timely alerts to tens of millions of Citizen users across the country. We’ve collaborated on several developing stories together, frequently bouncing ideas off one another to get our wording exactly the way we want it. She carries not only a sharp wit, but a wicked sense of humor as well. Above all else, Alina has proven to be an incalculable asset to not just myself, but our entire team.” –Keaton Cutler, former co-worker at Citizen
“Alina is an amazing person to work with! She gives 110% of her energy into her job and is always willing to help the team. Alina is not afraid to ask questions or to ask for help when needed. She thrives working independently while being flexible enough to work collaboratively with multiple teams. Alina is patient and kind when mentoring others and is transparent in explaining her thought processes. Future workplaces would be lucky to have Alina on their team.” –Erica Walters, former co-worker at Citizen
“Alina is an absolute pleasure, both as a person and an employee. She is a hard worker and willing to go the extra mile for a company. She takes feedback well and learns everything at her disposal to make her the best at what she does. She is a stellar writer and fantastic human being. Any company would be privileged to have Alina on their team.” –Heather Olinger, former co-worker at Citizen
Journalism: Arts & Entertainment
Staff Writer for the Arts & Entertainment desk at The Daily Utah Chronicle (2017-2018)
My article 5 Horror Movies that Subvert Tropes of Gender, Race and Politics became a Finalist in Feature Writing for 2018 Mark of Excellence Award (Region 9) presented by the Society of Professional Journalists.
To Binge or Not to Binge? Episode 1: “Stranger Things 2”
I pitched this original story idea on ‘bingeable entertainment’ when Stranger Things was one of the hottest topics on campus. My pitch turned into the first of a series that continues today.
Female Founders Allow Ririe-Woodbury to Succeed
I conducted a professional interview with one of the founders and wrote an piece about this fantastic dance company that has been a crucial part of Utah’s art scene for years.
Indie Band TOPS Comes to Urban Lounge
I interviewed the band and attended their show, writing an in-depth review that pulled readers into the experience.
Beer 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Brews
I pitched the original idea and wrote this 21+ article to go over the basics of beer, one of my favorite things on this planet.
Full list of Clippings HERE
Blogging: The Best of the Best Blog Posts
Let’s Talk Poetry – 9 Blog Posts on Poetry You Should Read Today!
Reflection: Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling
“The story of Harry Potter should be treasured for what it teaches children and adults. That love, friendship, and family should be valued above all else.”
“Is the story of Harry Potter a bad influence because of the elements of witchcraft and wizardry?”
Going Old School with Jack White: Review of Boarding House Reach Show
I attended one of Jack White’s “NO PHONES ALLOWED” shows and it was epic!
Sabrina & Hill House: Perfect for a Spooky Netflix and Chill
I review two of my favorite creepy Netflix series that send chills up the spine and want you to keep the lights on.
Review of HAUNTED NIGHTS (A Horror Writers Association Anthology)
This collection of scary stories are incredible! In my review I go over my favorites and why I love them!