About
Journalism has been a longtime passion for Crystal. A self-proclaimed "word nerd," this native Washingtonian achieved national recognition for her original poetry, awed Congressional members with politically-charged speeches in advanced oratorical competitions and garnered top honors through it all.
In high school, she served as a newspaper staff writer and lead morning anchor for the student body’s daily news program; but these accomplishments could definitely be expected from someone whose first substantial present was-in fact-a typewriter.
At the age of 20, Crystal received her Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism from American University, where she juggled the roles of newspaper and yearbook staff writer/photographer, campus news reporter and disc jockey effortlessly.
Coupled with a tireless approach to job hunting, this journalistic excellence quickly landed her the position of field producer at a key satellite newsgathering cooperative. From there, Crystal gained invaluable experience in marketing and radio.
She has worked as an entertainment journalist since then, having composed numerous articles, biographies and reviews for a host of print and online publications.
In her spare time, Crystal enjoys animal rescue, trade show modeling, salsa dancing, and appropriate laughter.
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"In a sky full of people, only some want to fly." ~Seal
Areas Of Expertise
TV/teleprompter, impromptu, radio, Pop culture aficionado, runway, trade show/convention & extensive promo modeling experience.
MHz Networks
Falls Church, VA May 2001
TV101 “MegaHertz Rocks” VJ Guest Host
•On-air personality for half hour music video show
•Developed program theme: “Grammy Special”
•Selected appropriate music videos, researched featured artists, wrote copy
•Collaborated with Production Department to ensure quality programming for potential broadcast audience of 4.2 million
*I've also been afforded the exciting opportunities of auditioning for VJ & news correspondent positions with MTV plus host positions on "E! News Now" & QVC...all without an agent ;)