PORTFOLIO

I am Erina Putri, an English Literature graduate from Universitas Negeri Semarang (UNNES) with a deep enthusiasm for writing. My portfolio features a variety of works, including imaginative narratives, engaging articles, news stories, and scholarly research. I am dedicated to creating content that captivates and connects, crafting words that convey simplicity and meaning to resonate with every reader.

Literary Writing

Writing has been a lifelong passion, nurtured from an early age and refined through years of academic and creative exploration. This portfolio features a curated selection of my short stories and poems, highlighting my development as a writer and my commitment to producing thoughtful, impactful work.

᯽ Poetry
Sedikit Pesan From Belubu Retak by Erina Putri (2019)
In this poem, I strive to portray the feelings of a high school student yearning to pursue their dream of becoming a writer, only to face disapproval from their parents. Through this piece, I aim to capture a wide range of emotions, ensuring that even with the use of many metaphors, the writer's feelings remain palpable to the reader.᯽ Short Story
Rindu yang Tersisa di 24 Juni by Erina Putri (2024) for Piala H.B. Jassin Competition
This short story is a reflection of the writer's real-life experiences, dramatized with additions and changes to fit the plot. Written not only for a short story competition but also as a tribute to the writer's late grandfather, the story carries a deeply personal touch, allowing readers to feel its raw emotions and sincerity.

Creative Writing

I explore creative writing as a means of storytelling and self-expression, sharing my work primarily on Medium. Through this platform, I craft narratives and essays that reflect my ideas, emotions, and perspectives, blending hobby and passion to connect with readers in meaningful ways.

Ada Anak yang Ingin Mengenal Dirinya by Erina Putri (2024)
This article was written to celebrate personal growth and freedom. Using a first-person perspective, it revisits my journal entry from March 2024, aiming to share reflections on finding peace with circumstances. I hope it serves as a meaningful lesson for others.Tulisan Terang di Ruang Gelap by Erina Putri (2024)
This article explores the theme, "The world is vast and endless, so you will never be the only one who is special." It serves as a reminder to appreciate oneself while sharing insights to inspire readers to value their own uniqueness.

English Writing

I have honed my English writing skills through extensive practice, translating works from Indonesian to English, and my academic studies. My college major provided numerous writing-focused courses that helped me develop this skill further.

᯽ News Articles
1. Jokowi Meets Li Qiang and Vladimir Putin in Beijing for Liputan6.com (2023)
2. President Jokowi Urges Immediate Ceasefire in Israel-Hamas Conflict for Liputan6.com (2023)
During my internship at Liputan6.com, I was entrusted with rewriting articles originally written by my colleagues into English. These articles were featured in the English Version section, which covered key news from Indonesia in English. My work was reviewed by senior editors at Liputan6.com and received commendation for its quality.᯽ Creative Article
Autumn Whispers by Erina Putri (2024)
I often write about topics close to my heart, including my admiration for idols. One example is a piece I wrote in response to Lai Guanlin’s farewell letter, which also served as an opportunity to refine my English writing skills.

News Writing and Translation

During my internship at Liputan6.com, I had the opportunity to meet and interview numerous inspiring individuals. This experience allowed me to enhance my English communication skills and translate interview insights into well-written articles in Indonesian. These articles were entirely written by me, based on information gathered through direct interviews I conducted with the sources.

᯽ News Article
1. Konser Henk Kraaijeveld Quintet, Grup Musik Jazz Asal Belanda Pukau Penonton Indonesia di Erasmus Huis for Liputan6.com (2023)
In this article, I was invited by the Dutch and Indonesian Cultural Center (Erasmus Huis) to cover a jazz concert featuring Dutch singer Henk Kraaijeveld. I had the opportunity to conduct an exclusive interview with the artist.2. Proyek WarUpClose Kuak Kehancuran Kota di Ukraina Akibat Serangan Rusia Secara Virtual Reality for Liputan6.com (2023)
For this article, I was invited by the Embassy of Ukraine in Indonesia to cover the launch of the WarUpClose project. During the event, I interviewed the Ambassador of Ukraine to Indonesia, Vasyl Hamianin, as well as Oleksiy Syvak, the project initiator.3. Pakar Tiongkok Ungkap 3 Prospek Pengembangan Hubungan China-Indonesia, Pembangunan Hijau hingga Kerja Sama Maritim for Liputan6.com (2023)
In this article, I was invited by the Public Diplomacy Advisory Panel of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China to attend a press discussion. I interviewed Liu Biwei, Vice President of the China Public Diplomacy Association, along with delegation members Dr. Jin Canrong and Wang Yiwei.

᯽ Subtitling and Video Project
1. Special Interview Video with the Iranian Ambassador to Indonesia: Ambassador Mohammad Boroujerdi for Liputan6.com (2023)
In this project, I was entrusted with translating the interview into a cohesive timeline format. My responsibility was to ensure that the translation was accurate and properly synchronized as subtitles for the special coverage video in The Ambassador program. This involved careful attention to detail to maintain both the meaning and flow of the dialogue, making it easily understandable for the audience while staying true to the original content.2. Video Coverage for Charity Auction in Support of Ukraine for Liputan6.com (2023)
In this project, I was entrusted with complete responsibility to independently cover a charity auction event for humanitarian aid to Ukraine. My role involved conducting interviews, recording footage, editing the material, translating content, and providing voice-over narration for the final video. Additionally, I managed the entire video timeline to ensure a smooth and impactful presentation of the event. This comprehensive experience allowed me to handle every aspect of the video production process, from the initial planning to the final product delivery.3. Video Coverage for a Latin American Food Event for Liputan6.com (2023)
In this project, I was entrusted with the responsibility of covering the event alongside a senior colleague. My role included recording, editing, translating, and providing the voice-over for the coverage video. Through this opportunity, I gained valuable experience in video production and language adaptation, ensuring that the final product was both visually engaging and linguistically accurate for a broader audience.

Feature Writing

This work is a result of my Literary Journalism class. In this course, I learned how to write engaging and compelling feature articles. I was instructed to highlight issues that are close to us and concentrate on our surroundings for the final project. I received a perfect grade for this project, and my article was published by Liputan6.com.

Kelezatan Nasi Goreng Hangatkan Kisah Hidup yang Tak Biasa by Erina Putri (2023)
This article tells the story of my boarding house keeper, someone I admire and feel close to. By day, he and his family clean and manage the boarding house, and at night, he sells fried rice at the front gate. His hard work and perseverance inspired me to share his story.

Research Writing

I wrote this journal paper to complete the requirements for my English literature Bachelor of Arts (S.S.) degree. I decided to go the publication route for my graduation, and with my advisor's help, I was able to publish my paper in about six months.

Tracing Spirituality through The Great Kapok Tree, Greta and The Giants, and The Lorax Novels: A Kincentric Ecology Perspective (2024)
The research article focuses on ecocriticism, using three children's books as case studies. Through an analysis based on kincentric ecology, I uncovered spiritual values present in these works. This research earned me a grade of 86 (AB)