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Brandon Cortes

Bridgeport,CT

Summary

Accomplished Staff Writer with a proven track record at Crescent Magazine, adept in AP style writing and multimedia content creation. Excelled in investigative journalism, enhancing reader engagement through insightful reporting and skilled photojournalism. Demonstrates exceptional ability to meet tight deadlines and communicate complex information clearly, backed by strong verbal skills and Adobe Suite proficiency.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Writer

Crescent Magazine
09.2023 - Current

Wrote the first ever section of the magazine titled: Bikes on Campus,

Used copy-editing skills to correct articles.

News Writer

Southern News
09.2023 - 08.2024
  • Reported Hard News: Covered hard news and significant events on and around the university campus, ensuring timely and accurate reporting on issues affecting the student body and community.
  • Investigated Campus Issues: Conducted investigative journalism on topics such as campus safety, administrative decisions, and student government, providing readers with well-researched and balanced coverage.
  • Developed Multimedia Content: Contributed to the development of multimedia content, including photojournalism, to complement written articles and enhance online engagement.
  • Collaborated with Editors: Worked with the editorial team to develop story pitches, refine drafts, and meet tight publication deadlines, ensuring high-quality content for both print and digital platforms.
  • Learned Newspaper Layout: Acquired practical knowledge of newspaper layout and production processes, including headline writing, article placement, and the integration of visuals with text.

Staff Writer

Housatonic Horizons
01.2021 - 05.2022
  • Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
  • Collaborated with editors to refine content, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and cohesiveness for publication.
  • Managed multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining consistent quality in writing and editing tasks.
  • Consistently met tight deadlines under pressure while maintaining high levels of accuracy in writing style.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT
05.2025

Associate of Arts - Journalism/Communications

Housatonic Community College
Bridgeport, CT
05.2023

Skills

  • Strong working knowledge in AP style writing
  • Proficient in Adobe Premier Pro, Photoshop and Audition
  • Working knowledge with Excell and Google Sheets
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and adapt to fast-paced environments
  • Some experience in Breaking news, and high experience in feature writing and hard news
  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • Ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner
  • Skilled in conducting interviews with various sources, from experts to the public
  • Ability to ask probing questions and extract insightful information

Projects

Data Article for CT Public: Researched and wrote an in-depth article on the fluctuations in fares for Connecticut's public bus transportation system. Analyzed data trends and their impact on commuters, providing insights into the factors driving fare changes and their implications for the public.

Timeline

Staff Writer

Crescent Magazine
09.2023 - Current

News Writer

Southern News
09.2023 - 08.2024

Staff Writer

Housatonic Horizons
01.2021 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

Southern Connecticut State University

Associate of Arts - Journalism/Communications

Housatonic Community College
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