Renee Elder Goldsmith

Renee Elder Goldsmith has extensive experience in communications and editing. Renee is currently working as the Lead Communications Specialist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center since September 2021. Prior to that, they worked as the Senior Editor at North Carolina Central University from January 2014 to September 2021, where they were responsible for editing and writing for the university's magazine. From August 2005 to September 2021, they provided freelance writing, reporting, and editing services for various clients, including the Associated Press and American Profile Magazine. Renee also worked as the Election Stringer Coordinator at the Associated Press from August 2011 to November 2012. Earlier in their career, they held roles such as Director of Communications at Preservation North Carolina from October 2008 to October 2010, Managing Editor at Journal Communications from 2000 to 2006, and Reporter/Editor at The Tennessean from 1983 to 2000. In these roles, they gained experience in content development, editing, writing, and team management.

Renee Elder Goldsmith earned a Bachelor's degree in Communications from Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) from 1979 to 1982. Prior to that, they pursued a Bachelor's degree in journalism major from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville between 1975 and 1978. There is no information regarding their completion of any degree or field of study at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, or North Carolina Central University.