Abisola Dolapo Dahunsi
Springfield,IL
Summary
Dedicated writer and researcher passionate about uncovering shared commonalities between people, places, and cultures. Committed to amplifying untold stories and delivering journalism that informs and resonates.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
STATEHOUSE INTERN
Illinois Public Media
Springfield, IL, USA
01.2026 - Current
- Reported and produced stories for broadcast and digital platforms.
- Pitched story ideas relevant to local and statewide audiences.
- Wrote and edited scripts under deadline with editor feedback.
- Conducted interviews and gathered audio for public affairs and community-focused.
STATEHOUSE INTERN
Illinois Public Media
Springfield, IL, USA
01.2026 - Current
- Reported and produced stories for broadcast and digital platforms.
- Pitched story ideas relevant to local and statewide audiences.
- Wrote and edited scripts under deadline with editor feedback.
- Conducted interviews and gathered audio for public affairs and community-focused.
NEWS INTERN
Georgia Public Broadcasting
Atlanta, GA, USA
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Wrote news content for web, digital, and social platforms.
- Built research, communication, and collaboration skills in a newsroom setting.
NEWS INTERN
Georgia Public Broadcasting
Atlanta, GA, USA
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Wrote news content for web, digital, and social platforms.
- Built research, communication, and collaboration skills in a newsroom setting.
REPORTER INTERN
Fresh Take Georgia
Kennesaw, GA, USA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Proposed, reported, and wrote news stories on deadline for online publication.
- Pitched and produced original stories in traditional print, audio, and video forms of storytelling.
REPORTER INTERN
Fresh Take Georgia
Kennesaw, GA, USA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Proposed, reported, and wrote news stories on deadline for online publication.
- Pitched and produced original stories in traditional print, audio, and video forms of storytelling.
PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERN
Woodstock City Lifestyle Magazine
Woodstock, GA, USA
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in organizing and coordinating press events, conferences, and interviews.
- Supported in writing and editing press releases and media pitches.
PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERN
Woodstock City Lifestyle Magazine
Woodstock, GA, USA
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in organizing and coordinating press events, conferences, and interviews.
- Supported in writing and editing press releases and media pitches.
REPORTER INTERN
Marietta Daily Journal
Marietta, GA, USA
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Conducted research on industry trends, competitors, and media outlets.
- Covered local news and community events.
- Developed leads, verified facts, and adhered to journalistic standards.
- Worked closely with editorial team to repurpose articles for digital platform.
REPORTER INTERN
Marietta Daily Journal
Marietta, GA, USA
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Conducted research on industry trends, competitors, and media outlets.
- Covered local news and community events.
- Developed leads, verified facts, and adhered to journalistic standards.
- Worked closely with editorial team to repurpose articles for digital platform.
Education
Master of Arts - PUBLIC AFFAIRS REPORTING
University of Illinois Springfield
Springfield, IL05.2026
Bachelor of Science - JOURNALISM & EMERGING MEDIA
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA12.2024
Skills
Audio recording and basic editing, working on deadline, story pitching, interviewing, public records research, fact-checking and verification
Languages
English
Yoruba
Timeline
STATEHOUSE INTERN
Illinois Public Media
01.2026 - Current
STATEHOUSE INTERN
Illinois Public Media
01.2026 - Current
NEWS INTERN
Georgia Public Broadcasting
05.2025 - 08.2025
NEWS INTERN
Georgia Public Broadcasting
05.2025 - 08.2025
REPORTER INTERN
Fresh Take Georgia
01.2024 - 05.2024
REPORTER INTERN
Fresh Take Georgia
01.2024 - 05.2024
PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERN
Woodstock City Lifestyle Magazine
08.2023 - 12.2023
PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERN
Woodstock City Lifestyle Magazine
08.2023 - 12.2023
REPORTER INTERN
Marietta Daily Journal
01.2021 - 04.2021
REPORTER INTERN
Marietta Daily Journal
01.2021 - 04.2021
Master of Arts - PUBLIC AFFAIRS REPORTING
University of Illinois Springfield
Bachelor of Science - JOURNALISM & EMERGING MEDIA
Kennesaw State University