I'M
Ryan
Thatcher.
GRADUATE COMMUNICATION STUDENT AT OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY
01 WHO IS RYAN THATCHER?
A LOOK AT MY SKILLS
EDITING
75%
PHOTOGRAPHY
70%
WRITING
95%
TEAMWORK
85%
COMMUNICATION
80%
PROJECT MANAGING
85%
CUSTOMER SERVICE
80%
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Welcome to my page! I'm Ryan Thatcher, a communication major at Old Dominion University with a passion for journalism! I've worked in amateur and collegiate level newsrooms as well as done freelance photography since I was 14 years old. I'm a big football fan (go Ravens!) and I can't live without music.
On this page, you'll find both professional and personal information about me, including my work experience, academic works, and personal projects. To find out more about my professional work experience, click the link below!
02 PERSONAL WORK
03 Experience
2025-present
Virginia Video
2025-present
Video Support
Filmed and edited promotional content for local businesses, as well as co-hosted segments for the Discover Virginia Podcast with Joseph Trahan.
Waters Edge Winery
Social Media/Marketing Intern
Helped manage social media platforms, shot promotional content, and networked for the company at various events.
2021-2022
Buffalo Wild Wings
2020-2021
Server/Bartender
Provides exceptional customer service and builds interpersonal relationships -- mainly through knowledge of sports -- with returning customers to create an ideal dining experience.
Rockwood
Server
Provides tailored customer service and builds interpersonal relationships with returning customers -- from professional groups to sports fans -- to create an ideal dining experience for people of all backgrounds.
2020-2021
The Communiqué
2018-2019
Copy Editor (unprofessionally)
Proofreads, edits, and formats both print and digital newspaper issues at the collegiate level. Works with the staff in a collaborative manner to ensure a smooth writing and publication process for the newspaper.
Heritage Hunt
Server/Barback
Provides a tailored fine dining experience for both restaurant customers and large-scale events, including corporate banquets, weddings, bat mitzvahs, and more. Builds interpersonal relationships with returning customers.
2016-present
Myself
Freelance Photographer
Takes photos for personal usage or individual and group events. I have applied these skills frequently during my time on editorial staffs, mainly as a photographer for sports events.
04 Education
2023-present
Old Dominion University
Communications Major
Currently pursuing a master's degree in Lifespan & Digital Communications. Relevant coursework includes media studies, organizational communication, and strategic communication.
2021-2023
Northern Virginia Community College
Associate of Arts - Communications
Obtained my associate degree in communications in May of 2023. Relevant coursework includes various levels of interpersonal communication, psychology of communication, intercultural communication, and digital media.
2020-2021
Chatham University
Communications Major
Attended Chatham University (Pittsburgh, PA) for one year. Played Division III lacrosse on an academic scholarship and served as a copy editor for the university newspaper. Relevant coursework includes journalism, intercultural communication, and digital media.
2016-2020
Patriot High School
Advanced High School Diploma
Obtained an advanced high school diploma from Patriot High School in June of 2020. Member of the lacrosse team (two years on junior varsity, two years on varsity). Spent all four years as a member of the school newspaper, serving as a copy editor from 2016 to 2018, as well as the managing editor from 2018 to 2020.
05 Contact me
I can be contacted through both social media and email. For personal reasons, my phone number is only available upon request. While I tend to respond with immediacy, I am a college student and may not respond during certain hours on weekdays, as I will be attending my classes or completing coursework. You can contact me through the links below or leave your contact information so I can reach out!