Candese Charles
North Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Enthusiastic and driven journalist with a passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail. Skilled in conducting research, interviewing subjects, and crafting engaging articles across various topics. Proven ability to bring freshness and personality to media platform from tv to radio to social media. Adept at utilizing social media and digital tools to promote articles and engage with readers.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Las Vegas Aces Beat Reporter
ClutchPoints
05.2024 - Current
- Provide in-game coverage of all Las Vegas Aces games, including live tweeting, post-game recaps, and analysis
- Conduct in-depth interviews with players, coaches, and management to gather exclusive insights and quotes for news articles and features
- Generated 25+ Articles a month, exceeding goal by 75%
Public Relations Specialist
Creatives United Agency
01.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive PR strategies to enhance brand reputation and visibility
- Established and maintained relationships with key media contacts to secure placements in top-tier publications
- Created engaging press releases, media kits, and other materials to effectively communicate key messages to the public
- Created media training program that improved media placement by 80%
Reporter/Anchor
CBS Las Vegas
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Conducted live broadcasts and reported breaking news stories on various platforms
- Interviewed key newsmakers, experts, and community members to provide comprehensive and unbiased coverage
- Utilized social media platforms to promote upcoming shows, engage with viewers, and create buzz around the program
- Pitched and developed story ideas to generate original and compelling coverage of the entertainment industry
- Conducted interviews with A-list celebrities and industry professionals to gather exclusive content for articles and on-air segments
- Spearheaded two new series to increase local interest, which resulted in #1 ranking morning show spot, increased engagement on social media, and garnered PR attention
Multimedia Journalist
WWLTV
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Research, write, and edit engaging news articles for online, print and TV publications, incorporating multimedia elements such as photos, videos, and infographics
- Utilize social media platforms to promote content and engage with audience, driving traffic and increasing brand visibility
- Generated 2 new Series in first quarter, highlighting missing people of color
Freelance Reporter
KTVU Fox O&O
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Utilized strong writing skills to craft engaging and informative stories for TV, online and print
- Established relationships with sources and contacts to stay on top of breaking news and emerging trends.
- Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines and deliver high-quality, accurate content for various publications.
- Generated 4-5 on-air stories a week, exceeding goal by 50%
Education
Master's Degree -
UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism
Berkeley, CA05-2016
Skills
- AP style writing
- Video editing
- Interviewing skills
- Time management skills
Affiliations
National Association of Black Journalists
Sigma Gamma Rho Inc.
Timeline
Las Vegas Aces Beat Reporter
ClutchPoints
05.2024 - Current
Reporter/Anchor
CBS Las Vegas
08.2022 - 09.2023
Multimedia Journalist
WWLTV
07.2021 - 08.2022
Freelance Reporter
KTVU Fox O&O
11.2020 - 07.2021
Public Relations Specialist
Creatives United Agency
01.2020 - Current
Master's Degree -
UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism
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