Ashley Robertson
Dallas
Summary
Sophomore at Southern Methodist University’s Meadows School of the Arts, currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with a specialization in Sports Journalism. Brings experience in media, communication, and hospitality, with a strong passion for sports’ storytelling and audience engagement. Demonstrates proven leadership, teamwork, and customer service skills developed through academic, professional, and volunteer experiences. Committed to excellence in sports media and dedicated to informing and inspiring diverse audiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Television News Reporter
Grossman Law
Dallas, TX
02.2026 - Current
• Co-host a news report delivering real-time car accident and injury news
• Report and film short-form news videos for social media
• Present on camera using professional studio equipment and teleprompter
• Research, write, and script clear updates for a general audience
General Assignment Reporter
Southern Methodist University - The Daily Campus
Dallas, TX
02.2026 - Current
• Attend weekly newsroom meeting to discuss and pitch story ideas
• Write news articles on campus events and student life for potential publication
• Conduct interviews and fact-check information for accuracy
• Collaborate with editors and other reporters to meet deadlines.
Student Mentor
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TX
08.2025 - Current
- Guide and support undergraduate students to foster academic and personal growth
- Provide mentoring and resources for student success
Fine Dining Server (Part-time)
Wentworth by the Sea, Opal Collection
New Castle, NH
06.2023 - 01.2026
- Serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a luxury hotel setting
- Provide attentive cocktail and lounge service
- Deliver in-room dining and address guest requests efficiently
- Collaborate with kitchen and staff for smooth service
Hostess (Part-time)
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Greeted and seated guests in a fine dining environment
- Managed reservations and waitlists using OpenTable
- Provided customer service and coordination with staff
- Maintained a welcoming front-of-house atmosphere
Education
B.A. - Journalism, Specialization: Sports Journalism (Broadcast Journalism)
Southern Methodist University, Meadows School of The Arts
Dallas, TX05.2028
Diploma - undefined
The Governor's Academy
Byfield, MA05.2024
Skills
- Deadline oriented
- Breaking news coverage
- News writing
- Fact-checking
- Live reporting
- Teleprompter use
- On-air presentation
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Mentor Collective
- Student Success Mentor Training
- Issued July 2025
Timeline
Television News Reporter
Grossman Law
02.2026 - Current
General Assignment Reporter
Southern Methodist University - The Daily Campus
02.2026 - Current
Student Mentor
Southern Methodist University
08.2025 - Current
Fine Dining Server (Part-time)
Wentworth by the Sea, Opal Collection
06.2023 - 01.2026
Hostess (Part-time)
01.2022 - 12.2024
Diploma - undefined
The Governor's Academy
B.A. - Journalism, Specialization: Sports Journalism (Broadcast Journalism)
Southern Methodist University, Meadows School of The Arts