Zachary Austrager

Resume

Work

november 2025 - april 2026

Assistant Director

Eagle Communications Washington, DC 

Launch the firm's Editorial Team, specializing in awards and copywriting.

Guide a group of students in developing visual and written content for web and social channels.

Assist with administrative work on Internal accounts.

may 2025 - november 2025

Web Specialist

Eagle Communications Washington, DC 

Develop an independent website that conveys the firm's mission and accomplishments.

Lead and teach a team of students a foundation of web design for long-term success.

Guide the organization's digital strategy using cutting-edge tools and frameworks.

february 2024 - present

Digital Media Coordinator

Metrowest Spine Clinic & Mass DOT Exams Framingham, MA

Redesigned WordPress website to a more customizable framework for easier accessibility.

Edit website content to reflect business announcements in a timely manner.

Delivered exceptional customer service by maintaining clear communication, meeting deadlines, and exceeding client expectations.

July 2024 - august 2024
may 2025 - august 2025

Web Design & Development Intern

JVF Solutions Framingham, MA

Build high-performing websites using WordPress (i.e. Divi Builder).

Test websites for security and performance.

Coordinate the launch and initial production of a fast-growing marketing podcast.

july 2021 - august 2024

Web Technician

Gordon Multimedia Ashland, MA

Designed, customized, and maintained WordPress websites using themes like Divi and Mesmerize, ensuring optimal performance, user experience, and monthly updates with thorough testing.

Produced tailored written content using AI-assisted drafts and human editing, aligning with clients’ brand voice and goals through close collaboration.

Delivered exceptional customer service by maintaining clear communication, meeting deadlines, and exceeding client expectations.

Publications

january 2025 - May 2025

Staff Member

American Literary Magazine

Copy-edit submitted works for the blog

Upload submitted blog posts and contribute to the magazine website's operation

august 2020 - present

Publishing Editor

ZachsThoughts

Write weekly posts pertaining to cultural commentary. Assorted topics include introverted philosophy to North American destination reviews.

Design and maintain a WordPress website configured to the publication's mission with ultimate goal of increasing traffic and newsletter subscribers.

Promote the publication on social media channels to drive engagement towards the website.

Education

december 2027

Bachelor's of Arts | Public Relations & Strategic Communication

American University Washington, DC

Minoring in Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence at Kogod School of Business

Participating in Hillel, Public Relations Student Society of America (Ambassador), Chabad, Creative Writing Club

june 2024

High School Diploma

Framingham High School Framingham, MA

Participated in Jewish Student Union, The Hap Newspaper, Writers' Club, Model Congress, and Environmental Club