Candace Sweat
Reporter
Irving
Summary
Skilled journalist positioned to leverage storytelling expertise in public and corporate communications. Expert with a background in covering diverse stories stories and delivering timely reports. I am known for fostering meaningful relationships that drive brand engagement. Key skills include content development, leadership, public speaking, and proofreading.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
General Assignment Reporter
NBC 5 - DFW
04.2019 - Current
- Increase viewer and reader trust by adhering to ethical journalism standards, verifying facts, and maintaining objectivity.
- Collaborate effectively with producers, editors, and fellow reporters to meet tight deadlines and ensure a high-quality production.
- Engage in continued professional development by attending conferences, workshops, and speaking engagements to stay current with industry trends and represent the company within the community.
- Expand viewership by cultivating and maintaining a broad network of reliable sources across multiple industries and demographics.
- Elevate storytelling through extensive research and attention to detail.
General Assignment Reporter
WRAL-TV
08.2015 - 04.2019
- Wrote and edited stories for clarity while maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced news environment.
- Submitted engaging, and fact-checked stories.
- Built strong relationships with sources to gain access to exclusive information.
- Utilized social media to promote stories and build audience.
- Recipient of NAC Education Foundation – Service to America Award – WRAL Documentary.
- Submitted on-scene live reports from Charlottesville deadly attack, Dallas Police ambush.
Multimedia/General Assignment Reporter
ABC 33/40
08.2011 - 08.2015
- Assisted with the launch of newscast while refining the focus on increasing audience engagement.
- Interviewed, edited as one-person reporter and photographer for multiple newscasts and platforms under tight deadlines.
- Awarded multiple Associated Press awards for multimedia reporter.
Education
Master of Science - Corporate/Public Communications
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL01-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Communications/Journalism
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX 05.2001 -
Skills
- Content development
- Visual communication
- Press release writing
- Editorial planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Creative thinking
- Adaptability and flexibity
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of producers, writers, investigators and news executives in the development of special reports and projects.
- Achieved state and national recognition by completing research and reports with accuracy and efficiency.
Affiliations
National Association of Black Journalists - Professional Member
Interests
Fiction literature, Hiking, HIIT Exercise, Mindfulness, Learning about cultures/lineage
Timeline
General Assignment Reporter
NBC 5 - DFW
04.2019 - Current
General Assignment Reporter
WRAL-TV
08.2015 - 04.2019
Multimedia/General Assignment Reporter
ABC 33/40
08.2011 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Communications/Journalism
University of Texas At Arlington
05.2001 -
Master of Science - Corporate/Public Communications
Florida State University