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NEWS REPORTER
Summary

Results-focused [Industry] professional with strength in [Skill], [Task] and [Task]. Proactive leader with strengths in communication and collaboration. Proficient in leveraging [Area of expertise] and [Area of expertise] knowledge to promote [Result]. Adept at managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes. News

Reporter with strong background delivering relevant, interesting and well-researched stories. Successfully worked with Editor for story assignments, direction and feedback as well as area contacts and leads to capture vital information and quotes. Additionally talented at [Skill] and [Skill]. Diligently managed daily schedule to meet deadlines while maintaining quality. Fast-working Journalist with [Number] years as News Reporter and vigorous nose for captivating, breaking news. Outgoing, enthusiastic and personable writer with knack for following deadlines and finding dynamic, interesting stories. Ready to take on high-stress, high-demand news reporting position working long, irregular hours for [Type] agency.

Experience
The Acorn Newspapers - News ReporterAgoura Hills, CA03/2014 - Current
  • Created tightly written news stories crafted from reliable sources.
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions with editor to develop exciting and informative content.
  • Built relationships with city government officials and public information officers to create funnel for story leads and information.
  • Researched various topics to develop insightful and fact-based news stories.
  • Presented coverage of breaking news and special events to viewers from onsite locations.
  • Proofread and edited work for grammar, style and accuracy.
  • Collaborated with other reporters to develop large-scale stories.
  • Updated organization's social media and website pages with breaking news stories to keep content visitors educated.
  • Scheduled and conducted interviews by asking targeted questions to obtain relevant information.
  • Generated, wrote and delivered breaking news stories, special reports and features segments.
  • Gathered data for news stories from variety of sources to craft a complete presentation of facts.
Patch.com /AOL - EditorNew York, NY07/2010 - 01/2014
  • Collaborated with writers to develop, strengthen and maintain individual voice and hone unique writing style.
  • Motivated staff to accomplish challenging objectives quickly to meet strict schedules.
  • Developed wide range of relationships with government agencies, business and community leaders to stay on top of breaking news.
  • Evaluated reporter stories, shaped content and helped improve overall work quality through careful review, detailed editing and constructive feedback.
  • Oversaw layout design and worked with production team members to complete fresh [Type] publication every [Timeframe].
  • Enforced rules of style guides such as [Type] and [Type] consistently to meet individual project requirements.
  • Published pieces online and promoted through social media sites such as [Type] and [Type].
  • Implemented and improved strategies for online and print publications to optimize coverage and grow subscription numbers resulting in [Number]% increased revenue.
  • Negotiated contracts with [Number] freelance writers and planned budgets to allocate over $[Amount] in company funds.
  • Collaborated with sales staff to identify potential advertising clients.
  • Collaborated with national marketing staff to conceptualize and carry out various promotion activities.
Ventura County Star - Editor, Special Section/web SiteVentura, CA
  • Produced high-quality article copy with [Software].
  • Evaluated reporter stories, shaped content and helped improve overall work quality through careful review, detailed editing and constructive feedback.
  • Developed wide range of relationships with government agencies, business and community leaders to stay on top of breaking news.
  • Developed and deepened positive relationships with writing, design and production team members to improve communication and collaboration on [Type] projects.
  • Participated in pre-project analysis and technical assessments to develop user-friendly interface and correct functionality to meet business objectives.
  • Checked all sites and online elements for proper adherence to brand guidelines and functionality.
  • Decided readiness of [Type] pieces for publication and approved final versions.
  • Worked with graphic designers to oversee inclusion of visual elements, like photos and [Type], to improve page layouts.
  • Collaborated with writers to develop, strengthen and maintain individual voice and hone unique writing style.
  • Oversaw layout design and worked with production team members to complete fresh [Type] publication every [Timeframe].
  • Developed [Number] websites using [Type] and [Type] programming languages.
  • Implemented and improved strategies for online and print publications to optimize coverage and grow subscription numbers resulting in [Number]% increased revenue.
  • Worked closely with brand and marketing team to promote specific websites.
  • Developed and implemented effective content acquisition strategies to create riveting [Type] content.
Ventura County Star - Reporter, Community NewsVentura, CA
Activities and Honors
  • First-, second- and third-place winner of California News Publishers Association awards in government reporting, public service journalism, in-depth writing and breaking news.
  • Member, First Amendment Coalition
Skills
  • Data verification
  • Articulate communication skills
  • Copywriting and editing
  • Investigative research
  • Fact checking
  • Interviewing and research
Education and Training
Bachelor of Arts: EnglishUniversity of California, BerkeleyBerkeley, CA05/1996
Associate of Arts: General EducationVentura CollegeVentura, CA12/1993
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • The Acorn Newspapers
  • Patch.com /AOL
  • Ventura County Star

School Attended

  • University of California, Berkeley
  • Ventura College

Job Titles Held:

  • News Reporter
  • Editor
  • Editor, Special Section/web Site
  • Reporter, Community News

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Arts : English
    Associate of Arts : General Education

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