Charli Renken is a Social Media Engagement Associate at Chicago Reader since July 2023. Prior to this, Charli worked as a Freelance Writer and hosted sessions at focused. Charli also has experience as a News Reporter at Built In and as a Writer at Block Club Chicago NFP. Experience includes writing, editing, social media management, and developing websites. Charli holds a Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing from Santa Fe University of Art and Design.