Projects
Over the course of my professional experience and studies, I have developed a multitude of products over different mediums such as print journalism, memos, podcasts, social media posts, and pitch notes.
For Erwin Road Cyclists, the question is where to draw the line
Ninth Street Journal
In the summer of 2022, I reported on alternative transportation and bike infrastructure in the city of Durham, North Carolina and the activists who are promoting it.
All other Ninth Street Journal pieces can be found on the website under "Maddie Wray"
Written and photographed by Madeline Wray
The Magic of Drag
Final Project
For a podcasting course, I created a 20-minute podcast about drag culture in Durham and the impacts of anti-drag legislation in the state, focusing on local drag queen Stormie Daie.
Edited using Hindenburg audio software.
UCare Texas
Final News Ethics Project
As a final project for a News Ethics course, I developed a conceptual regional news outlet focusing on reproductive rights in Texas. Included in the paper are implementation strategies, budgeting, and concept designs for the website and newsletter.
Pitch Note: Dental Benefits and Medicare Part B
The Urban Institute
As an intern with The Urban Institute, I was tasked with developing pitch notes for various research projects done by our centers. This pitch note summarizes the researchers' findings on the impacts of altering the benefits of Medicare Part B and was sent to healthcare reporters across the country.
Politics and Twitter: Where do We Go From Here?
Capstone Paper
For my final capstone for the Media Studies minor, I wrote a magazine-style article on how and why politicians use Twitter (now X), and what the future holds for the platform and its political purposes.
Social Media Posts
