LARA. V. SOUTHERN
As a writer, editor, and creative strategist, I help brands develop a unique voice, expand their vision, and deliver narratives designed not just to engage, but to delight. With over fifteen years of experience in creative and editorial management, my goal is to find the unexpected angle in every project to deliver powerful storytelling across digital, print, and in-person experiences. Equal parts scrappy and meticulous, I thrive alongside open-minded individuals who think outside the box and who endeavor to create community with their creativity.
C.V. INSTAGRAM LINKEDIN
Creative Direction, Writing, Editing
EXPERTISE
CREATIVE DIRECTION
EDITORIAL CURATION
CLIENT COMMUNICATION
MEDIA MANAGEMENT
STRATEGIC MARKETING
SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE DEVELOPMENT
EVENT PLANNING & PRODUCTION
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH - Native tongue
ITALIAN - Professional
FRENCH - Conversational
SPANISH - Beginner
CONTRIBUTING EDITOR
La DoubleJ
EXECUTIVE EDITOR
2021 - present
Musée Magazine
2020 - 2021
Cook Space
DIRECTOR OF PARENT RELATIONS & ADMISSIONS DIRECTOR
2010 -2013
Sunday Suppers
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
2017 - 2020
BRAND & EVENTS DIRECTOR
2013 - 2017
Avenues: The World School