Taisia Bolsova
Student | Staff Reporter
Phone:
(985) 215-2091
Email:
Address:
Hammond, LA
Education:
· Southeastern Louisiana University | GPA: 4.00
· BA, Communication and Media Studies
· Minor in Photography
A Little Bit About Me
I’m a communicator at heart, someone who thrives on transforming ideas into impactful narratives across media, journalism, and visual storytelling. Whether I’m behind a camera, developing a concept, or producing content, I’m driven by the desire to connect with people and shed light on stories that matter.
My journey began with a love for media, books, and photography, experimenting with cameras from an early age. That passion led me to study Communication with a concentration in Media and Journalism and a minor in Photography at Southeastern Louisiana University. Along the way, I’ve developed hands-on experience through student publications, creative projects, and continuous practice in both writing and visual media.
Core values like proactivity, creativity, and collaboration shape the work I do. I believe in showing up with intention, staying committed to growth, and using my skill set to bring new ideas to life. What sets me apart is my dedication to storytelling from multiple perspectives—journalistic, visual, and production-based. I’m always exploring new ways to blend these mediums into work that is thoughtful, impactful, and authentic.
Work Experience
February 2025 - Present
June 2023 - August 2025
June 2021 - May 2023
Staff Reporter | Training Process Photography Editor | Student Publications
· Covered campus events, student life, and university news through writing, reporting, and photography.
· Contributed to meeting deadlines and publication standards through dynamic collaboration with editors and fellow reporters.
· Captured and edited symbolic pictures for news, social media, and the yearbook.
Administrative Assistant | Club Tennis Llafranc
· Directed billing processes and store organization, optimizing operational efficiency.
· Elevated brand visibility and drove customer engagement through spearheading promotional campaigns and advertising efforts on diverse social media platforms.
· Covered event planning for gatherings of 100-450 attendees, organizing parties and dinners.
· Delivered exceptional customer service to more than 900 members, receiving positive member satisfaction ratings and effectively handling high-volume service requests.
Tennis and Padel Coach | Club Tennis Llafranc
· Guided and mentored 10-15 youth and adult players in both group settings and private lessons.
· Crafted training plans to enhance technique and performance, amplifying skill levels and fostering team efficiency.
· Ensured adherence to safety standards for all drills and activities, and promptly responded to incidents with precision.
Leadership Experience
NCAA Student-athlete | Tennis Team
· Elected as team captain at the beginning of junior year, demonstrating leadership, accountability, and peer mentorship.
· Committed to 15+ hours of weekly training while successfully balancing a full academic course load of 15-18 credit hours and 10+ hours weekly of extra work as a Staff Reporter.
Tennis Representative Student-Athlete Advisory Committee | August 2024 - Present
· August 2024 to May 2025 served as Vice President of Community Outreach and Partnership.
· Supervised community service initiatives and promoted SAAC-sponsored events such as Southland Conference Week of Service.
· Served as the main contact person for event planning and coordination, ensuring smooth execution and communication.
Skills
Languages
- Native Spanish
- Native Catalan
- Native Russian
- Advanced English
- Elementary Italian
Technical
- Microsoft Office
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Lightroom...)
- DaVinci Resolve
- Audacity
- GPA Software and Windows
Interpersonal Communication
- Verbal and Written Communicator
- Proactive
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Emotional Intelligence
- Active Listening
- Leadership