Ashlen Renner
Writer, Multimedia Storyteller
About
Howdy! My name is Ashlen.
I'm a multimedia journalist and marketing coordinator based in Northern Virginia. I'm passionate about using good storytelling to make complex information accessible to a wide audience. Using a blend of writing, graphic design, and videography, I bring stories to life.
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I hold an MFA in Creative Writing from George Mason University and a BA in Journalism from UNC Chapel Hill.
What I do
Creative Writing
I hold an MFA in Creative Writing specializing in nonfiction and literary journalism. I bring stories from the distant past to life in the modern world through meticulous research and vivid prose.
Journalism
With more than 5 years of experience as a reporter and photojournalist, I thrive in deadline-driven environments. My multimedia work has won several awards, including finalist in the Hearst Journalism Awards.
Videography
From documentary, to marketing and advertising, to TikToks, I have produced, edited and filmed a variety of video stories. My documentary short film "Showdown" was featured in the Athena Film Festival in New York.
Marketing
I create visual marketing campaigns provide important information in engaging ways. Through eye-catching design and concise writing, my audience keeps their eyeballs on my messages.
