Aidan Bush
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Engagement Managing Editor
Independent Florida Alligator
12.2023 - Current
- Proofreads, edits and evaluates every single article that is published by the Alligator.
- Manages over half a dozen social media accounts for the newspaper.
- Manages the budget and payroll for a staff of over 70.
University Desk Editor
Independent Florida Alligator
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Broke information regarding university administration.
- Worked with reporters of several experience levels and backgrounds to create cohesive, consistent output.
Metro Desk Editor
Independent Florida Alligator
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Consistently output weekly stories despite a smaller staff than typical.
- Regularly created feedback sheets, resource folders for staff.
Reporter
Citrus County Chronicle
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Met with state attorney officials, scientists and local talent across a variety of stories.
- Regularly pitched localized versions of statewide stories.
Criminal Justice Reporter
The Independent Florida Alligator
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Regularly covered breaking shootings, fatal accidents and other incidents at all hours.
- Scanned booking logs and press releases for increased coverage.
- Looked at state legislation that affected incarcerated people.
Education
Bachelor's - journalism
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.2025
Skills
- Microsoft Office Certified [Word, PowerPoint, Excel]
- Proficient with Adobe products [Premiere Pro, Photoshop, After Effects]
- Eagle Scout
Timeline
Engagement Managing Editor
Independent Florida Alligator
12.2023 - Current
University Desk Editor
Independent Florida Alligator
08.2023 - 12.2023
Reporter
Citrus County Chronicle
05.2023 - 07.2023
Metro Desk Editor
Independent Florida Alligator
04.2023 - 08.2023
Criminal Justice Reporter
The Independent Florida Alligator
01.2023 - 04.2023
Bachelor's - journalism
University of Florida
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