Camden Markel
New Brunswick,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Journalist with experience. Hardworking and reliable with entrepreneurial spirit and passion for developing, reporting and marketing engaging content. Versed in writing and editing for multiple digital media platforms, social media and online platforms.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Sports Editor
The Daily Targum
10.2022 - Current
- As Associate Sports Editor, I handle scheduling, editing, managing, publishing and all things for the Targum sports desk.
- Co-host of the Scarlet Sitdown, a Targum podcast series featuring interviews with prominent Rutgers sports personalities.
- Conduct interviews with athletes, coaches and other key figures in the sports industry for in-depth articles.
- Beat writer for Rutgers sports: Men's Basketball, Men's Lacrosse and Women's Soccer
- In depth research and analysis regarding players and teams to develop high-knowledge writing
- Select material to develop interesting and professional stories.
- Devise attention-grabbing headlines to increase clicks and engagement.
- Mentor Targum sports writers
Beat Writer
Rivals.com
02.2024 - Current
- Rutgers men's lacrosse beat writer
- Organize material, determined area of emphasis and wrote stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
- Attend games, interview players and coaches
- Write in-depth articles to be published ASAP after games end
- Research and gather information to develop accurate and credible stories.
Bar Attendant
Erratic Ale Co.
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Maintained knowledge of food menu items, beers and non-alcoholic selections to enhance customer experience and expedite service
- Acknowledged guests even when busy and anticipated and responded to guest needs
- Bussed glassware/dishes to maintain clean bar area
- Operated and closed down bar station according to sanitation regulations and safety standards
- Delivered food to customers at bar and tables
- Collected trash, wiped up spills and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
Education
Bachelor of Arts: Journalism And Media Studies -
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ05.2025
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI05.2021
High School Diploma -
Dexter High School
Dexter, MISkills
- Journalistic Reporting
- Strong Interpersonal Communication
- Social Media Platforms/Social Media Content Creation/Digital Content Management
- Creative Writing
- Story Editing
- Online Editing
- Mastery of English grammar
- Story and Content Idea Development
- Calendar Management
- Marketing Collaboration
Accomplishments
- 4.0 GPA at WCC (30 credits)
- Current 3.667 GPA at Rutgers (71 credits)
- Major: Journalism & Media Studies
- Minor: Business Administration
- Cum Laude
- National Honor Society
- 3.7 GPA
- 1330 SAT
College:
High School:
Timeline
Beat Writer
Rivals.com
02.2024 - Current
Associate Sports Editor
The Daily Targum
10.2022 - Current
Bar Attendant
Erratic Ale Co.
09.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts: Journalism And Media Studies -
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Washtenaw Community College
High School Diploma -
Dexter High School
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