Cole McCauley is a graduating senior at UNC-Chapel Hill studying media and journalism with a focus on photojournalism. He has extensive experience in photography and videography through numerous internships with publications like the Washington Post, Gwinnett Daily Post, and Southern Neighbor Magazine. His roles have included documenting stories, producing multimedia content, and meeting tight deadlines. In addition, he has led organizations focused on suicide awareness and student ministry.

1. Cole McCauleycolemc94@live.unc.edu | (828) 342-6914 | colemccauleyphoto.com
Education University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | Graduating May 2017 | 3.3 GPA B.A.
Media and Journalism: Visual Communication - Photojournalism
Experience 3000 Miles to a Cure | Cross-Country | June 12 - June 28, 2016
Photographer
- Documented bicyclist as he raced from California to Maryland in 12 days.
- Produced a daily photo-story to inform our viewers on how the racer was doing.
- Helped raise $50,000 in 12 days for brain cancer research.
Washington Post | Charlotte, NC | September 2016
- Worked with a colleague to produce a video documentary on the Charlotte protests.
- Published in the Washington Post
BillCo Productions | Chapel Hill, NC | January 2015 - Present
Videographer and Producer
- Produce videos for artists and bands to help promote their name.
- Spend time filming onstage and in the studio with artists.
- Have worked directly with Newsboys, Waka Flocka Flame, Kid Ink, and Chainsmo
Gwinnett Daily Post | Gwinnett County, GA | May 2016 - July 2016
Photographer Internship
- Photographed stories daily in Gwinnett County.
- Photographed the Atlanta Braves, Georgia State Track Championship, Georgia
State Swim League, and more.
- Photographed, edited hundreds of photos, and met tight deadlines.
- Visit www.gwinnettdailypost.com to view the publication.
The Durham Voice | Durham, NC | January 2016 - May 2016
Reporter and Photo Editor
- The Durham Voice is a community newspapers which reports on features and news
in the less developed parts of Durham, NC.
- Conducted interviews and report stories from around the city.
- Photographed my stories and help other reporters photograph theirs.
- Visit www.durhamvoice.org for our online publication.
Southern Neighbor Magazine | Chapel Hill, NC | October 2014 - May 2016
Photo Editor and Photographer
- Southern Neighbor is a monthly magazine that captures the culture and development of Hillsborough,
Pittsboro, Carrboro and Chapel Hill.
- Reported on these areas visually through photo stories and videos.
- Visit www.southernneighbor.com for our online publication.
Leadership Hosted Suicide Awareness Gathering | Franklin, NC | September 2011
- Organized a gathering in downtown Franklin, NC to promote suicide awareness.
- Organized drama team, gathered counselors and gave speech.
Campus Crusade for Christ | Chapel Hill, NC | August 2016 - Present
Student Intern
- Leads community team.
- Organizes social events for several hundred people.
- Plans retreats for everyone in ministry.
Media Team for UNC Student Body President | Chapel Hill, NC | Nov. 2015 - February 2016
Video Producer and Photographer
- Promoted UNC Student Body President candidate through videos and photos.