Deborah Wilber
Hooper,UT
Summary
Passionate and tenacious investigative reporter committed to delivering unbiased, balanced coverage with the highest level professionalism. Creative and inquisitive reporting allowing for dynamic and in-depth journalism.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
News Reporter
Standard-Examiner
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Researched and produced daily news reports.
- Delivered unscripted breaking news and special event coverage to community.
- Crafted well-written news stories based on facts and edited content when time and space required it.
- Interviewed individuals from all walks of life and all cultures for breaking news stories.
- Planned and conducted research and pitched long-form stories to promote investigative news topics.
- Identified and secured multiple information sources for each story to provide accurate, credible news coverage.
PolitiFact and Investigative Reporter Intern
Better Government Association
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Fact-checked verifiable statements and claims made my Illinois politicians.
- Scanned video and radio interviews with Illinois politicians identifying newsworthy claims.
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in pitching claims.
- Developed relationships with sources and contacts to gain additional insight.
- Assisted in disseminating reports ascertained from multiple agencies to gain vital information for investigative stories.
Intern Reporter
Davis Clipper
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Developed investigative stories with an eye on community impact.
- Captured excellent photos to provide imagery for stories.
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in community reporting.
- Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
- Developed relationships with sources and contacts to gain additional insight.
Student Reporter
The Signpost
07.2017 - 05.2020
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
- Developed multiple stories per week on breaking news, student government, and community events.
- Captured excellent photos to provide imagery for stories.
- Attended press conferences, meetings, and special events to gather relevant information.
- Developed relationships with sources and contacts to gain additional insight.
- Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
- Planned and conducted research and pitched long-form stories to promote investigative news topics.
- Coordinated with photographers, videographers and graphic designers to supplement stories with multimedia content.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication
Weber State University
12.2020
Skills
- Journalism
- Information Analysis
- Transcribing
- Newswriting
- Investigative Research
- Investigative Reporting
- Developing Relationships
- Checking Facts
- Source Interviewing
- Story Pitching
- Conducting Interviews
- Researching Information
Additional Information
Administrative assistant to staff and counselors at Major Brent Taylor Vet Center Outstation in Ogden, UT providing disabled veterans and their families with support services including counseling and rehabilitation.
Proudly served in the United States Navy from 2002 to 2008 as a Culinary Specialist. While attached to USS Harpers Ferry LSD-49 stationed in Sasebo, Japan, traveling around the world, I led and supervised all galley operations on my watch. Honorably discharged from the military as a Petty Officer Second Class while serving as a recruiter preparing future service men and women for Navy life.
Timeline
News Reporter
Standard-Examiner
09.2021 - 02.2023
PolitiFact and Investigative Reporter Intern
Better Government Association
06.2020 - 12.2020
Intern Reporter
Davis Clipper
07.2019 - 05.2020
Student Reporter
The Signpost
07.2017 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Communication
Weber State University
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