Marie Elizabeth Oliver is a writer, editor and producer based in South Louisiana with two decades of media experience. Her work has been recognized by the Society of Features Journalism and the Society of Professional Journalists.
She is a communications specialist at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where she serves as the managing editor for La Louisiane magazine. Her reporting is rooted in strong journalistic ethics and infused with a distinctive sense of place.
After spending the first 10 years of her career in editorial management roles at major publishing companies, such as Meredith Corporation and The Washington Post, Marie Elizabeth has a proven track record of content strategy that engages audiences across platforms. Her journalistic work has appeared in respected national and regional publications, including The New York Times and New Orleans Public Radio.
Marie Elizabeth lives in Lafayette, Louisiana, with her husband and three daughters — surrounded by majestic live oaks, muddy waters and a tight-knit community. She believes in the power of storytelling to impact change and connect us all.