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Albert Vargas

Albert Vargas

Journalist
Chicago,IL

Summary

A bilingual and passionate journalist with a top background education and substantial professional work in front and behind the cameras seeking to contribute and grow in the field.

Demo Reel

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBs8HbRQ_As&t=10s

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Assignment Desk Editor

Telemundo Chicago
11.2021 - Current

• Streamline research processes using advanced search techniques on various databases, leading to faster access to valuable information sources for team members.
• Manage breaking news coverage effectively, coordinating with reporters, photographers, and producers.
• Ensure accuracy in reporting by fact-checking information before dissemination to the public.
• Improved story quality by providing editorial support to reporters and assisting in scriptwriting processes

Intern

Telemundo Chicago
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Rate the description of the news assigned in the editorial meeting.
  • Research experts for interviews.
  • Validate diversity, inclusion, and equity in news reports.
  • Investigate how to increase the target audience within DMA.

Intern- News Reporter

Bronxnet
08.2019 - 09.2020
  • Conducted in-depth investigations that led to impactful stories shedding light on community issues.
  • Collaborated across departments for multimedia projects that enhanced the overall news package offering.
  • Expanded readership by covering diverse topics and appealing to a wide range of interests.
  • Improved team efficiency by collaborating effectively with editors, producers, and fellow reporters.

Education

Master of Arts - Communications

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
11.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

Lehman College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NY
05.2020

Skills

    Editing and written materials

    Personal interviews

    Research and due diligence

    Reporting news

    Story Development

    Excellent Communication

    Organization

    Time Management

    Editing

    Audio Recording

    Editing

    Audio Recording

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Assignment Desk Editor

Telemundo Chicago
11.2021 - Current

Intern

Telemundo Chicago
06.2021 - 08.2021

Intern- News Reporter

Bronxnet
08.2019 - 09.2020

Master of Arts - Communications

Southern New Hampshire University

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

Lehman College of The City University of New York
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