Chatelaine Dunord

Chatelaineddunord@gmail.com

A concept to completion creative chock full of blooming inspirations. English professional

equipped with interpretive analysis that has found a profitable niche in all of my work.
Directive in creative writing as well as the visual arts. Leader in content creation,
production, promotion, and capturing hearts. Joyfully accommodating and responsive to
direction. Trained to harness intuition and collaborate, yet groomed to be an influencer of
media in all its diversity.
EDUCATION

Bachelor of Art in English, Concentration in Media, Rhetoric, and Cultural Studies

University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Cum Laude, Dean’s List
Relevant Coursework:​ ​Screenwriting for Continuing Adults (SAIC); Writing for Digital and New Media; Editing and
Publishing; Media Communications; PR Communications; Aesthetic, Technical and Structural Technique in Film;
Digital Video Reporting

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Assistant Program Producer and Creative Director Dec 2017-Present

University Bible Fellowship (UBF) Events and Programs Chicago, IL
● Established the atmosphere and trajectory of the UBF International Summer Bible conference with the
success of the opening performance, “Kingdom Lost,” a recreation of God’s Genesis creation story
● Developed, scripted, produced and directed Chicago UBF Christmas Worship Service drama, “Enthroned in a
Manger”
● Navigated themes of redemption, revelation and grace to co-write, produce and direct an uplifting
and spirited Christian adaptation of “The Geese” (Author unknown)

DJ, Radio Personality Dec 2014- May 2016

UIC Radio Chicago, IL
● Promoted necessary on-air discussion of culturally relevant subject matter through an array of topics
● Crafted dynamic and unique playlist providing student body with exposure to a well-rounded selection
● Provided job shadow opportunities for new recruits demonstrating the operation of equipment
purposed to record, amplify and enhance audio
● Established UIC Radio presence on campus through table talks and event involvement
● Developed promotional content emphasizing inclusivity, creative freedom, and fun

RELATED EXPERIENCE

Free Spirit Media Teaching Assistant Intern Oct 2015-Mar 2016

Urban Public Policy Fellowship Program Chicago, IL
● Combined independent research and the power of the flowchart to educate the UIC community on the
devastating effects of negative portrayals of Black Americans in media
● Partnered with Free Spirit Media’s campaign and efforts to give underprivileged youth a creative outlet to seek
their career goals through mentorship and media project collaboration

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Study Abroad Student (Spain, Morocco) Fall Semester, 2017
CIEE Comm, New Media, Journalism Program Sevilla, Spain/ Chefchaouen, Morocco
● Used documentary style video reporting to highlight and expand the nooks and crannies of the
Spanish and Moroccan cultures, furthering the fight to end ethnocentrism
LEADERSHIP
Bible Study leader; Church praise team member; Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Substitute teacher
SKILLS
Event Coordination and Program Direction, Organization, Creative Writing/Screenwriting, Public Speaking,
Video Editing (Adobe Premiere), Conducting Interviews, Research Analysis, Brainstorming and Concept
Development, Spanish Language Proficiency, Resourcefulness, Adaptability