Alec Ryjacek
North Babylon,NY
Summary
Dynamic Journalist bringing years of experience. Hardworking and reliable with entrepreneurial spirit and passion for developing and reporting engaging content. Versed in writing and editing for multiple digital media platforms, social media and online platforms. Skilled Journalist with a history of conceptualizing and reporting on diverse stories.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Broadcaster
Western Connecticut State University
09.2021 - 10.2024
- Researched facts and stats to provide stories with surplus of detail to inform readers
- Read from teleprompter to convey information and communicate messages
- Announced play-by-plays to give detailed, sequential descriptions and running accounts of actions
- Reported sports stories for publication or broadcast by describing background and details of each event
Intern
Pro Sports Fanatics
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to sports production shows.
- Co-host of NBA and NFL analysis shows.
- Host of MMA analysis show.
- Constantly writing articles to keep up with news in multiple sports.
- Provides predictions that ring true.
News Anchor
WCSU Election Connection
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Collected data from various sources to determine facts and opinions and fashioned into cohesive story for television or radio broadcast
- Fact-checked breaking news headlines by performing background research, contacting experts or witnesses and conferring with lawyers to comply with legal boundaries for sensitive stories
- Planned and conducted research and pitched long-form stories to promote investigative news topics
- Collaborated with producers and management to develop newscasts, promotions and teases
Lifeguard
Town Of Babylon
06.2019 - 09.2024
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support
- Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety
- Provided valuable swim instruction to patrons of various ages to build confidence, strength, and skills in positive learning environment
- Annual Summer Job
Sales Manager
Lids Hat World
12.2021 - Current
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution and client satisfaction
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services
- Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals
- Conducted research to target, engage and partner with suppliers, negotiating beneficial, cost-saving deals
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Professional Writing, Journalism
Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CT05.2024
Skills
- Active Listening
- Script Writing
- Story Development
- Multimedia Broadcasting
- News Reporting
- Broadcast Production
- Active Learning
- Microsoft Word
- Video Production
- Live Event Coverage
- Beat Reporting
- Researching
- On-camera skills
References
- Jackie Guzda- Coach, Professor
Contact: guzdaj@wcsu.edu - (203)- 837-8941
- Donald Gagnon- Professor, Mentor
Contact: gagnond@wcsu.edu - (203)-837-9062
- Jennifer Duffy- Professor, Mentor
Contact: duffyj@wcsu.edu - (203)-837-3283
- Bert Gmelch- Teacher, Employer
Contact:
- John Roche- Professor, Advisor
Contact: rochej@wcsu.edu - (203)-837-9047 - (646)-957-6333
- J.C. Barrone- Professor, Election Connection Producer, Coach
Contact: (845)-430-6504
Accomplishments
Captain of High school Football Team
National Honor Society Member
Timeline
News Anchor
WCSU Election Connection
08.2022 - 11.2022
Intern
Pro Sports Fanatics
01.2022 - 01.2024
Sales Manager
Lids Hat World
12.2021 - Current
Sports Broadcaster
Western Connecticut State University
09.2021 - 10.2024
Lifeguard
Town Of Babylon
06.2019 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Professional Writing, Journalism
Western Connecticut State University
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