STAFF BIOS

Delaney McDermed, Co-Editor, 12 — This is Delaney’s third year with the Freelancer and second year as co-editor. She has been honored to work with this year’s wonderful leaders and staff. Delaney is also active in theatre and competitive speech and drama at East.

Kate Whitefield, Co-Editor, 12 — Kate has been with Freelancer for a wonderful three years. She'd like to thank the Freeleaders, staff, and Mrs. Andersen for all the good times and valuable lessons they have been a part of. Kate is also a Thespian Exec, Chamber Choir singer, and StuCo class representative.

Sneha Thomas, Co-Editor, 12 — This is Sneha’s third year with Freelancer and first year as co-editor. She is very grateful to work closely with the leaders and staff to help create another successful and wonderful publication. Sneha is also a SHARE chair, Chemistry tutor, and NHS member at East.

Amy Andersen, Sponser — Mrs. Andersen is the SUPER proud sponsor of the Freelancer! She loves her hubby Tim, her golden retrievers Holly and Andie, coffee, Audrey Hepburn movies, and backpacking. She is grateful for the remarkable leadership of this year's Freeleaders and for the dedication of the entire staff!

Alicia "Cil" Hoch, Manager, 11 — Cil has been involved with Freelancer for three years and is currently holding the manager position this year. In addition to the Freelancer, they have been photographing for the East photo ark.

Caroline Wood, Design Editor, 12 — This will make Caroline's second year on staff after being called upon by the lovely Delaney and Kate last year for spread assistance. Beyond Freelancer, Caroline is a part of Harbinger, StuCo, and swim. Caroline is so happy with how Nocturne has turned out and hopes you enjoy!

Kate Beaulieu, Social Media Manager, 12 — Kate has been involved with Freelancer since her sophomore year, has previously been the Manager, and is now Social Media Manager. She has loved every second maintaining those positions and being involved with the club. She is also involved in varsity lacrosse, tennis, harbinger, and NHS!

Brennan Montalbano, 12 — Brennan has been involved with Freelancer for four years. He is also involved in SME Marching Band, Eastside Design, and National Art Honor Society.

Ayla Jeanne Ozkan, 12 — This is Jeanne’s second year on staff and she has loved every second of it! She is also involved with the IB program and Plus Club.

Yinghan Fan, 12 — 2 years staff member. Part of SHARE and NHS.

Lillie Dirks, 12 — This is Lillie’s second and final year with Freelancer. She has enjoyed being a part of staff and is so proud of the work that has been put into this edition. Lillie will miss joking around with Ms. Andersen in the back of the room and constantly saying “zoom in please” even though she is perfectly capable of moving closer to the screen.

Savannah Moore, 12 — This is Savannah’s second year on freelancer staff and is very grateful to have had the opportunity to work on the magazine. She is also involved in NHS enjoys creating cool artwork at SME.