Resume

McKenzee Lyn J. Manlupig 

Eugene OR | mckenzeelynm AT gmail DOT com

Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/mckenzee-manlupig/ 

Education 

University of Oregon, Eugene, OR

Bachelor of Science in Journalism; Minor in Ethnic Studies - Anticipated December 2026

Experience 

Feature Writer, FLUX Magazine - Eugene, OR 

2026 

  • Researched, pitched, and wrote original feature articles aligned with FLUX Magazine’s editorial voice and audience

  • Stayed informed on cultural trends to develop timely story ideas, relevant to the Pacific Northwest

  • Fact-checked, edited, and proofread articles to ensure accuracy, clarity, and stylistic consistency

  • Wrote and adapted feature stories for both print and digital platforms


Front Desk Assistant, University of Oregon Career Center - Eugene, OR 

2023 - Present 

  • Performs daily administrative tasks; appointments, mailing, communications 

  • Answers multiple phone lines and direct calls; manages and maintains office voicemail 

  • Engages directly with students, as a front-facing greeter

  • Effectively builds positive and collaborative work relationships with students 

  • Demonstrate effective adaptability to new and emerging technologies

Investigative Reporter, The Daily Emerald - Eugene, OR 

2024 - 2025

  • Investigated and reported on complex issues to produce in-depth stories that inform and engage the public

  • Utilized research tools such as public records, databases, and government documents to gather evidence and support reporting

  • Developed and maintained trusted sources within the university, local government, and community organizations

Newspaper Reporting Intern, The Chronicle - Accra, Ghana 

Summer 2025  

  • Researched, wrote, and edited news articles covering local politics, social issues, and community events under tight deadlines

  • Assisted senior editors in fact-checking, proofreading, and ensuring journalistic integrity across published content

  • Covered press conferences, town hall meetings, and public events, providing detailed summaries and news stories for print and online publication 


Ethno-primatologist, GEO Study Abroad - Walkers, Barbados

Summer 2024

  • Studied the contrast of Bajan residents’ and tourists’ relationships to the Vervet Green Monkey and their interactions in ecological and social spaces

  • Interviewed individuals about controversial topics, maintaining positive interactions

  • Organized communication with respect to the diversity of communication/learning styles and cultural differences

Relevant Coursework

Audio Journalism (In Progress)

  • Developing skills in audio storytelling, interviewing, and multimedia production while building proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro for audio editing and post-production

Photojournalism (In Progress)

  • Developing skills in visual storytelling, photo composition, and digital image editing while building proficiency in Adobe Bridge and Adobe Photoshop for photo organization and editing