Cassie Dickman
Summary
Dynamic journalist with a proven track record in investigative reporting and editorial management. Skilled in public records requests and breaking down complex subjects, my goal as a journalist is to make sure a community has all the information they need to make better, more informed decisions. Passionate about delivering impactful news, I thrive in fast-paced environments, ensuring accuracy and quality in every piece.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Editor & Local Accountability Editor/Reporter
Stocktonia News Service
10.2024 - Current
- Led investigative reporting on local government corruption, the court system, First Amendment issues, etc.
- Managed and edited content as deputy editor of Stocktonia, ensuring factual reporting and clean writing.
- Worked with the executive editor to develop and execute reporting strategies, enhancing the organization's watchdog and investigative journalism efforts.
Freelance Reporter & Editor
Local Publications
09.2021 - 10.2024
- Pitched and wrote stories on city government, politics, community news and events, local education systems, and breaking news.
- Served as a freelance editor, providing editorial management consulting and copy editing, as well as training reporters, including improving writing quality, reporting skills and overall efficiency.
- Planned and managed reporting strategies for large events, such as elections and breaking news, ensuring comprehensive, unique and thorough coverage.
Local Government Reporter
The Stockton Record/Gannett
11.2019 - 09.2021
- Reported on a wide range of local issues, including breaking news, city and county local government, regional school boards, and the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Wrote multiple stories per day and week with speed and accuracy, without compromising reporting and writing quality.
- Collaborated with the Gannett/USA Today network, contributing to broader regional and national coverage.
Education
Master of Arts - Journalism: Reporting & Storytelling
Ball State University
Muncie, IN07-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA01-2020
Associate of Arts - Journalism
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg, CA05-2017
Skills
- Investigative reporting
- Public records requests
- Data reporting
- Data visualization design
- Photography and video
- Fact-checking
- Editorial management
- Project management
- Social media
- Knowledge of Adobe-supported programs
- Wordpress
- SEO
Awards
- First Place - Breaking News, 2022, CNPA
- First Place - Coverage of Youth and Education, 2022, CNPA
- Third Place - Coverage of Local Government, 2024, CNPA
Timeline
Assistant Editor & Local Accountability Editor/Reporter
Stocktonia News Service
10.2024 - Current
Freelance Reporter & Editor
Local Publications
09.2021 - 10.2024
Local Government Reporter
The Stockton Record/Gannett
11.2019 - 09.2021
Master of Arts - Journalism: Reporting & Storytelling
Ball State University
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
California State University, Sacramento
Associate of Arts - Journalism
Los Medanos College
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