About me

Hey I’m Rylie Joy! I am a student at the University of Missouri with double majors in Journalism with in emphasis in Strategic Communications and Psychological Sciences, as well as a minor Digital Storytelling. I have a passion for media, digital experience, and human connection!

Education

Bachelor of Strategic Communications in Journalism - May 2027

  • Minor Digital Storytelling

  • School of Journalism Dean’s List, Spring and Fall 2024-2025

Bachelor of Arts in Psychological Sciences - May 2027

  • College of Arts & Science Dean’s List, Fall 2023, Fall 2025

  • Technical Assistant                                                                                           Columbia, Mo

    Mizzou Athletics Broadcasting Operations                       March 2025 - present

    • Works with a live camera on a variety of sports (specializes in baseball, softball, basketball, and volleyball)

    • Facilitates communication between the field and the broadcast room

    • Assists in producing quality shows that air on channels like SEC Network and ESPN, reaching 2.88 million average viewers.

    Reporter          Columbia, Mo

    KOMU 8 News                                                                                August  2025 - present

    • Works closely with the production team to develop and carry out story ideas and scripts 

    • Performs written stories on air, reaching an average of 150,000 households throughout Mid-Missouri

    Production Assistant                                                                    Columbia, Mo

    KOMU 8 News                                                                         October 2024 - present

    • Assists in video editing for on-air packages and voiceovers for over 150 newscasts

    • Runs teleprompter for the anchors on air, reaching an average of 150,000 households throughout Mid-Missouri


    Videographer Columbia, MO

    University of Missouri’s Visual Communications Club May 2025- present

    • In charge of all video releases for social media platforms

    Editor/Producer                                                       Freelance

    America We Have A Problem Podcast                              October 2024 - present

    • Head of Public Relations and Communication, ran accounts on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, achieving more than 200 followers across all platforms in the first 2 months

    • Head editor for all podcast episode releases   

    • Intermediate Spanish

    • Google, Microsoft, Apple, and Adobe Programs, Canva Pro, Final Cut Pro, CapCut

    • Self-efficacy, personal brand management, project management

    • Photo and video editing for social platforms

  • I’m especially a sucker for music, theatre, film, and pop culture. Favorite movies include La La Land, Lady Bird, Beautiful boy, and When Harry Met Sally. I’ve also worked with kids my entire life so I am totally CPR and First Aid certified.