Hi there. I’m Mariel, a creative writer turned HR and communications professional. It’s been quite the journey to get here, but I’m happy to have landed here! To me, this work is the balancing act between the stories of individual employees and the grand narrative of an organization. The ability to sense of both (not to mention the piles of data!) is what makes a great HR professional.
Starting in 2022 I joined Static Media’s hiring team, where I blended writing and editing with hiring, applicant tracking, and onboarding. This kickstarted my journey into the HR space. To deepen my knowledge I undertook self study and in July 2024 I successfully earned my aPHR accreditation from HRCI.
In June of 2024 I joined Cabrini Green Legal Aid (CGLA) as an HR & Operations Consultant. I’m thrilled to be putting my new skills to work!
For now, I’m hoping to connect with other HR professionals and continue to grow in my new field.
On my experience page you can find a full break down of my work history, including my time in the publishing world. That work has given me tremendous communication, organization, and people skills.
Mariel Tishma, aPHR 