Dashia Johnson
Youngstown,OH
Summary
I am a student attending Ashland University double majoring in Digital Media Production and Digital Media Journalism with double minors in Fashion Merchandising and Conflict Resolution. I am hoping with my experience in all three medias of journalism, television, print, and radio, that I can work with a company that is just as passionate about writing and reporting as I am.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Sports Editor
The Collegian
Ashland, Ohio
08.2024 - Current
- Analyzed competitor publications in order to determine what strategies might be beneficial for increasing readership numbers.
- Edited and wrote content for sports section of newspaper.
- Evaluated performance reviews submitted by subordinates in order to identify areas needing improvement.
- Evaluated reporter stories, shaped content and helped improve overall work quality through careful review, detailed editing and constructive feedback.
- Wrote stories, articles, or newsletters for publication.
- Proofed copy to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation and syntax.
Sports Anchor Reporter
AUTV
Ashland, Ohio
01.2024 - Current
- Analyzed and interpreted news and information received from various sources to broadcast information.
- Collaborated with producers to ensure all content was accurate and timely.
- Anchored weekly radio broadcasts about local sports teams.
- Created tightly written news stories crafted from reliable sources.
- Researched and wrote scripts for weekly sports highlight shows.
- Maintained a thorough understanding of the rules of each sport covered.
Barista Manager
Lyceum Cafe
Ashland, Ohio
10.2023 - Current
- Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries quickly and professionally.
- Followed safety procedures while operating machinery such as grinders and espresso machines.
- Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
Radio Personality Host
WRDL
Ashland, OH
08.2023 - Current
- Host a radio show titled Chic Chronicles, in which I describe it as a magazine brought to life, where I talk about the latest fashion trends, social media's impact on fashion, fashion politics, and more. Host once a week on 88.9 WRDL.
- I researched fashion topics before writing scripts and reporting on findings.
- Presented research findings to a loyal audience weekly through a two-hour radio window.
- Delivered weather reports during the radio show as well.
- Managed social media accounts related to the radio station and broadcast programming.
- Studied and researched scripts to determine how to direct.
Education
Associate of Arts - Digital Media Journalism And Production
Ashland University
Ashland, OH05-2027
High School Diploma -
Austintown Fitch High School
Youngstown, OH05-2023
Skills
- Microsoft Office Specialist: Word Associate (Office 2019) certified
- Microsoft Office Specialist: PowerPoint Associate (Office 2019) certified
- Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate (Office 2019) certified
- Microsoft Office Specialist: Outlook Associate (Office 2019) certified
- Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate (Office 2019) certified
- Organization and time management
Affiliations
- Apart of the Ashland University Peace Scholars program where student's gain knowledge of nonviolence through peace-related experiences. Students are expected to attend speaker seminars along with speaking at events themselves and participate in meetings that further educate them about nonviolence.
- Apart of Fashion in Action Organization. Ashland University's fashion club where students hosts events related to the fashion world.
- Production for AUTV and Ashland University sporting events where I do camera work along with audio and graphics.
Accomplishments
- Alpha Lambda Delta Honors Society in which is a society that recognizes students on their academic achievements.
- Awardee recipient of the 3rd Annual Written and Composition Contest where I presented my findings of "Exploring the Impact of Peaceful Journalism," to nonviolence scholars.
Refrences
References are available upon request.
Timeline
Sports Editor
The Collegian
08.2024 - Current
Sports Anchor Reporter
AUTV
01.2024 - Current
Barista Manager
Lyceum Cafe
10.2023 - Current
Radio Personality Host
WRDL
08.2023 - Current
Associate of Arts - Digital Media Journalism And Production
Ashland University
High School Diploma -
Austintown Fitch High School
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