Chen Qiu
Arcadia,CA
Summary
News-driven Photojournalist with 10 years of experience in metro and national coverage. Adept at seeing beyond lens to deliver compelling stories. Facility with the latest cameras, editing tools and techniques. Ready to create exciting, shareable content for print, social media, and mobile experiences.
Award-winning（2024 AAPI：Living Heritages Photo Contest） Photojournalist with a portfolio of eye-catching stories evoking emotion through finely crafted composition. Deadline-driven, adept at quickly turning around long-form features easily adapted for short-form content. In search of freelance assignments for daily newspapers, weekly newsmagazines, and online outlets.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of News Depart, Los Angeles
Rhythm Media Group
01.2005 - 07.2024
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from customers and possible-interviewees.
Staff Writer
Rhythm Media Group
01.2000 - 07.2024
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
- Managed multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining consistent quality in writing and editing tasks.
- Collaborated with editors to refine content, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and cohesiveness for publication.
- Consistently met tight deadlines under pressure while maintaining high levels of accuracy in writing style.
Photojournalist
Rhythm Media Group
06.2015 - 07.2024
- Increased engagement on paper-based publications and social media platforms by sharing thought-provoking images to support the development of compelling visual stories.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning by attending industry conferences, workshops, and seminars to stay current on emerging trends in photojournalism.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Hebei University
1 Hezuo Rd, Baoding City, Hebei Province, PR China07.1982
No Degree - American Studies（Fulbright Program）
Shanghai International Studies University
550 W. Dalian Rd, Hongkou District, Shanghai City 07.1985
Education - Asian Studies (MA Program)
San Diego State University of California
5500 Campanile Drive, San Diego, CA 92182Skills
- Breaking News Coverage
- Image Editing
- Visual storytelling
Affiliations
- Member of the Press Photographers Association of Greater Los Angeles
Timeline
Photojournalist
Rhythm Media Group
06.2015 - 07.2024
Director of News Depart, Los Angeles
Rhythm Media Group
01.2005 - 07.2024
Staff Writer
Rhythm Media Group
01.2000 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Hebei University
No Degree - American Studies（Fulbright Program）
Shanghai International Studies University
Education - Asian Studies (MA Program)
San Diego State University of California
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