Henry
Eckersley

Multimedia journalist and civic advocate based in Atlanta. Multimedia Managing Editor at The Southerner, building platforms for youth political engagement and publishing peer-reviewed research.

Henry Eckersley professional headshot
Junior at Midtown High School (Class of 2027)

Baseball | Music | Policy Intern | Ethics Bowl | Model U.N. | Midtown Votes | Investment Club | Photography Club | Top 10% Class Rank | 10 AP Courses (AP Scholar Award) | AP Capstone Pathway

Location Atlanta, GA
School Midtown HS '27
GPA 4.0 / 4.3
Reach 1M+
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Current Work

The Southerner

Multimedia Managing Editor

August 2025 — Present

Launched new multimedia section for nationally recognized newsroom (SNO Multimedia Badge, Quill & Scroll, NSPA Pacemaker Finalist, SIPA). Increased multimedia asset production by 41% since leading the section. Producing videos, podcasts, and photo essays while managing editorial workflow across print, web, and audio platforms.

Visit The Southerner website
Institute for Youth in Policy

Journal Editor

October 2025 — Present

Journal editor within YIP's Policy Media Department, supporting contributor outreach for the Journal of Policy Analysis—a flagship publication with partnerships including Stanford's D-School and Harvard Kennedy School. Selected to 5-member journal team at national youth policy institute with 600+ authors and over 10 million global impressions.

Explore Institute for Youth in Policy
Democra-Z

Founder & Content Curator

June 2025 — Present

Built youth-focused civic engagement platform reaching 2,000+ followers and over 1 million impressions. Managing content strategy and community engagement to mobilize Gen Z voters and amplify policy discussions across social media.

Follow Democra-Z on Instagram
Midtown Votes

Deputy Registrar & Social Media Manager

January 2025 — Present

Leading team of 6 to promote voter registration and civic engagement among high school students. Planning events, coordinating registration drives, and creating landing page to simplify the voting registration process. Certified Fulton County Deputy Registrar.

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The Southerner

Staff Writer

August 2023 — Present

Writing across beats including opinion, news, arts, lifestyle, and sports. Generating thousands of online story views for nationally recognized newsroom. Designing print and digital layouts in Adobe InDesign. Supporting fundraising efforts that maintain the paper's operations.

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Atlanta Contact Point

Camp Counselor

June 2025 — Present

Supervising and mentoring campers from pre-school through middle school at multi-sport camps. Organizing games and activities while maintaining safe, structured environment. Working closely with fellow counselors to run daily programming smoothly and efficiently.

Learn about Atlanta Contact Point camps
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Projects & Research

Research Publication

Stuck in the Past: U.S. SDG Performance

Words
2,200
Acceptance
~35%
Published
Dec 2025
Read full research paper (PDF)

Peer-reviewed political analysis comparing U.S. Sustainable Development Goals performance to G7 peers, published in Curieux Academic Journal Issue 57 (December 2025), Part 2, pp. 440-446.

Research uncovered policy gridlock and nostalgia-driven inefficiencies in American governance. Designed original data visualizations highlighting gaps in inequality reduction and climate action initiatives.

Solely researched, wrote, and submitted work independently through competitive review process with estimated 35% acceptance rate. Available at DOI: 10.2139/ssrn.5554818

Policy Analysis Data Visualization Peer Review G7 Comparison
Web Development

RED Partners Studio Site

Duration
3 months
Year
2025

Creative internship project building complete portfolio website for Atlanta-based creative studio using Cargo Collective platform and custom HTML, JavaScript, and CSS coding.

Designed reusable template system for product pages enabling consistent brand experience across site. Collaborated on homepage redesign and information architecture. Implemented responsive design principles ensuring optimal viewing across devices.

Summer 2025 internship developing professional web presence and digital asset management systems for creative agency.

Web Design HTML/CSS/JS Cargo Collective UX/UI
Podcast

The Science of Baseball

Rating
5.0/5
Platform
Spotify
Listen on Spotify

Sports science podcast sharing knowledge on the kinesiological world of baseball in the language of a current athlete. Topics vary from little league injuries to optimal mechanics, comparing with personal experiences and sharing advice.

Conducting research and reviewing online case studies on medical topics. Writing scripts, recording audio, and editing recordings. Managing technological aspects and uploading to Spotify. Advertising podcast episodes on Instagram.

Episodes range from 8 minutes to over an hour. Designed podcast episode covers using AI tools. Rated 5.0/5.0 stars on Spotify.

Podcasting Sports Science Audio Production Kinesiology
Leadership

Model United Nations

Role
Delegate & PR

Elected by club members to represent and lead Public Relations committee in simulated UN debates. Drafting resolutions on complex international issues and collaborating with delegates to build policy consensus.

Created website and gathering content for social media to promote club activities and recruitment. Developing diplomatic negotiation skills while engaging with global affairs through debate and resolution drafting.

Researching country positions and crafting evidence-based arguments on topics ranging from climate policy to international security and humanitarian concerns.

Diplomacy Public Relations International Policy Leadership
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Selected Writing

Dec 2025

Local elections undervalued by voters, require more attention

Opinion analysis of local election participation and civic engagement, arguing for increased voter attention to municipal and county-level races that directly impact daily life.

Opinion
Nov 2025

Senior Pilgrim photographs, captures the cosmos

Lifestyle profile featuring student astrophotographer's passion for capturing celestial phenomena and building custom telescope equipment.

Lifestyle
Oct 2025

Head to Head: Does the enhanced ACT format benefit students?

Debate analysis of 2025 Enhanced ACT changes including shorter test length, optional science section, and increased time per question from multiple student perspectives.

News
Oct 2025

[Video] Fulton County facilitates early voting ahead of Election Day

Multimedia video feature documenting early voting operations and civic participation in Fulton County during 2024 election season.

Multimedia
Oct 2025

Erskine instructs new AP African American Studies course

Coverage of Midtown High School's addition of AP African American Studies curriculum following Georgia state legal clarification and educator training.

News
Aug 2025

Custodian Washington retires after over three decades of service

Multimedia feature honoring longtime Midtown custodian's career and impact on school community over 30+ years of dedicated service.

Multimedia
Mar 2025

Trump administration threatens religious freedom

Opinion piece analyzing First Amendment implications of executive actions and religious liberty concerns in current political landscape.

Opinion
Feb 2025

Student-founded 'Kidconomy' teaches teens financial literacy

Profile of youth-led initiative bringing financial education and economic literacy programs to high school students across Atlanta.

Lifestyle
Apr 2024

Tharp twins showcase newfound musical passion

Multimedia feature profiling student musicians discovering their artistic voice and documenting their musical journey through high school.

Arts

More articles and multimedia work available at The Southerner and on Instagram @midtownsoutherner. Additional work includes sports coverage, investigative reporting, and multimedia storytelling across print and digital platforms.

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Skills & Expertise

Technical Skills

  • HTML/CSS/JavaScript
  • Python Programming
  • Adobe Creative Cloud Suite
  • Adobe InDesign (Page Layout)
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Google Workspace
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Cargo Collective

Writing & Research

  • AP Style Writing
  • MLA/APA/APSA Format
  • Academic Research
  • Investigative Journalism
  • Copy Editing & Proofreading
  • Data Analysis
  • Policy Analysis
  • Interview Techniques

Multimedia Production

  • Photography
  • Videography & Video Editing
  • Podcasting
  • Audio Production
  • Social Media Management
  • Content Strategy
  • Graphic Design
  • Data Visualization

Leadership & Soft Skills

  • Team Collaboration
  • Public Speaking
  • Event Planning
  • Project Management
  • Community Outreach
  • Fundraising
  • Diplomatic Negotiation
  • Mentorship

Recognition & Achievements

Academic
AP Scholar Award
College Board - 10 AP Courses
Journalism
Best of Show Awards
NSPA Fall 2025 - 2nd Place Website, 8th Place Newspaper
Research
Published Researcher
Curieux Academic Journal (35% acceptance rate)
Athletics
Tournament MVP
Perfect Game USA & Grand Slam Sports
Music
4× Superior Rating
GMEA - Bb Trumpet Performance
Journalism
SNO Multimedia Badge
School Newspapers Online
Journalism
Quill & Scroll
International Honor Society
Certification
Teen Mental Health First Aid
National Council for Mental Wellbeing

📥 Downloadable Materials

Access resume, writing samples, research publications, and professional documents

Resume (PDF)
Updated January 2026
Research Paper
Curieux Journal Dec 2025
Writing Portfolio
Complete articles archive
LinkedIn Profile
Professional network
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Media & Gallery

Podcast Productions

The Science of Baseball podcast series and Knight View audio features. Part of The Southerner's multimedia initiative exploring sports science and student stories.

Explore audio journalism work

Video & Multimedia

Video journalism and multimedia storytelling showcasing stories from Midtown High School and the Atlanta community through documentary-style features.

Watch video journalism on Instagram

Photography Portfolio

Photo essays, sports photography, and visual journalism documenting school life, athletic events, and community stories across print and digital platforms.

View photography portfolio
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Get in Touch

Interested in collaborating on journalism projects, civic initiatives, or policy research? Always open to connecting with fellow journalists, advocates, changemakers, and professionals in media and public policy.

Email
heckersl4210@icloud.com
Phone
(678) 213-6408
LinkedIn
in/henry-eckersley
Location
Atlanta, Georgia