Ashanti Johnson
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Journalism position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Video Production
New Bethel Baptist Church
2019.08 - Current
- Edit video for broadcast productions, including non-linear editing
- Set up and perform live shots for broadcast from Pro-Presenter
- Instruct camera operators regarding camera setups, angles, distances, movement, and variables and cues for starting and stopping filming.
Support Staff
Clark County School District
2016.10 - Current
- Communicate with customers, employees, and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate or explain information, take orders, and address complaints
- Review files, records, and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests
- Pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled neighborhood locations, following strict time schedules
- Maintain knowledge of first-aid procedures.
Digital Content Producer
Las Vegas Review Journal
2024.03 - 2024.05
- I worked part-time at the Las Vegas Review-Journal as a weekend digital content producer.
- I have some experience with using Social News Desk posting reporter stories on social media.
- I have some experience using a software called GPS is were all the reporter stories would be filed and my responsibility was to make sure that the stories were grammatically correct, photos are the right ratio for the website and that each story was categorized in the right file.
- Increased website traffic by optimizing SEO strategies and implementing targeted content marketing campaigns.
Student News Reporter
Studio g
2023.01 - 2023.05
- I am a student news reporter this spring 2023 semester for our student produce livestream show in Studio G
- Studio G is a two day per week newscast from the News Studio in Greenspun Hall at University of Nevada, Las Vegas
- I am proficient in Adobe premiere pro, beginner of Avid media composer and iNews software to create rundown for show, assist as a production assistant with audio, camera, and teleprompter for on-air talent
- I have been taught under the leadership of Ryan Thorpe and Molly Sullivan this spring semester creating a newsroom environment for us students to collaborate on what is newsworthy and develop our storytelling ability.
News Internship
KLAS-TV, Channel 8
2022.05 - 2022.08
- Assist with the Assignment desk in answering the phones and researching the latest information on court cases
- Attending afternoon meetings with talent, directors, and the production team to discuss the day’s news and follow up on previous stories
- Shadowing producers on writing a script and organizing a rundown on the iNews program.
Summer Camp Assistant
City of Las Vegas (Doolittle Community Center)
2017.06 - 2017.08
- Greet new arrivals to activities, introduce them to other participants, explain facility rules, and encourage participation
- Supervise and coordinate the work activities of personnel, such as training staff members and assigning work duties
- Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in recreational activities, and demonstrate using materials and equipment.
Program Specialist
City of North Las Vegas (Safekey)
2014.03 - 2016.10
- Supervise and coordinate the work activities of personnel, such as training staff members and assigning work duties
- Greet new arrivals to activities, introduce them to other participants, explain facility rules, and encourage participation
- Organize, lead, and promote interest in recreational activities such as arts, crafts, sports, games, camping, and hobbies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Media Studies
University of Las Vegas, Nevada
Las Vegas, NV12.2023
A.A. News Production -
College Of Southern Nevada
North Las Vegas, NV05.2021
Skills
- Video Production Proficiency
- Content Creation
- Storytelling abilities
- Customer Service
Accomplishments
Academic Support and Community Service Center – August 2011
Next Generation Actively Gaining Experience - May 2012
College of Southern Nevada Dean’s List – August 2014
College of Southern Nevada Honors – August 2016
Nevada Broadcaster Association Scholar – August 2022
University of Las Vegas , Nevada Dean's List - December 2023
References
- Brett Steidler, Digital Content Manager, Las Vegas Review Journal, bsteidler@reviewjournal.com, 702-387-5294
- Dave Nourse, Operations Manager, University of Nevada Las Vegas, Dave.nourse@unlv.edu, 702-895-0063
- Ryan “RT” Thorp, Editing & Production Specialist, JMS Production Manager, UNLV-TV, ryan.thorp@unlv.edu, 702-895-3548
- Jennifer Davies, Adjunct Instructor, Jennifer.davis@unlv.edu, 702-498-0790
- Gregory Borchard, Associate Director & Undergraduate Coordinator, Gregory.borchard@unlv.edu, 702-895-4868
Timeline
Digital Content Producer
Las Vegas Review Journal
2024.03 - 2024.05
Student News Reporter
Studio g
2023.01 - 2023.05
News Internship
KLAS-TV, Channel 8
2022.05 - 2022.08
Video Production
New Bethel Baptist Church
2019.08 - Current
Summer Camp Assistant
City of Las Vegas (Doolittle Community Center)
2017.06 - 2017.08
Support Staff
Clark County School District
2016.10 - Current
Program Specialist
City of North Las Vegas (Safekey)
2014.03 - 2016.10
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Media Studies
University of Las Vegas, Nevada
A.A. News Production -
College Of Southern Nevada
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