October 2021 - Now
Writer & Reporter - IL Latino News
Write & edit both self-driven and assigned articles
Use professional equipment and software to produce high-quality news productions
Maintain exceptional attention to detail when editing documents, audio and video content
Display excellent communication skills in collecting sources and maintaining working relationships
Lead coverage in a variety of different issues concerning the Hispanic/Latino population in IL
November 2016 - May 2018
Senior Staff Writer - The Scarlet & Gray Free Press
Regularly contributed to the News and A&E sections of the newspaper
Enforced industry and house standards in all editions of copy
Gathered information about events through preresearch, interviews, and attendance
Reviewed and evaluated notes taken during events/interviews to isolate important facts and details
Coverage included: One October mass shooting, Westboro Baptist Church protests, Life is Beautiful music festival, BLM, misc. campus events
August 2017 - May 2018
Creator & Host - Spotlight
Developed plans for an original entertainment show, highlighting trending news and local Las Vegas events
Created dynamic content (discussions, packages, interviews) that appealed to millennials
Led team meetings to brainstorm and plan future guests and story ideas
Prerecorded packages at off-site events, and edited footage using Avid Media Composer
Interviewed guests live on set
Hosted roundtable discussions and debates on national entertainment stories