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Dominick Nickolas Puente

Levelland

Summary

I began my career in media with a focus on sports media. I am currently in the role of a managing editor with three years of experience working on all aspects of a news publication. I am proficient in the use of traditional and digital editing tools and dedicated to maintaining production standards. My background includes over six-plus years in media industry environments while being skilled at completing daily assignments and contributing to team success. Additionally, I can adapt quickly to new needs and policies. My goal is to be a dependable employee while seeking opportunities to expand my skills and contribute to the company's success. I am a dedicated professional with demonstrated strengths in troubleshooting problems and building successful solutions. I am an excellent verbal and written communicator with a strong background in cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals. I strive to stay on top of demands in fast-paced environments by effectively using slow periods.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

News Editor

Levelland Hockley County News-Press
08.2022 - Current
  • Plan coverage, edit stories, and manage news rollout across multimedia platforms
  • Post stories, events, photos to social media outlets
  • Create magazines and additional special projects for sports and news
  • Manage and coordinate news coverage, working with staff and freelance writers as well as photographers
  • Increase efficiency to improve timely editing workflow
  • Schedule and execute interviews as well as photo shoots with talent
  • Supervise writers and reporters, providing guidance on improving stories
  • Fact-check and assign stories for daily publication pages based on priority and relevance
  • Verify the accuracy of facts, dates, and statistics using standard reference sources
  • Develop stories and content ideas, considering reader and audience appeal
  • Facilitate open communication between the company and communities
  • Cover important topics by assigning work to established and junior staff members

Sports Editor

Levelland Hockley County News-Press
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Checked the accuracy of interviews completed by writers with athletes
  • Wrote stories, edited photos, and created graphics for key events covered
  • Developed stories and content ideas, considering reader and audience appeal
  • Shot and edited video footage for news events
  • Fleshed out stories by selecting pertinent details and writing pieces
  • Obtained first-hand information wherever possible with direct interviews
  • Located important events quickly by staying on top of sporting events and news streams
  • Planned and reported stories through in-field communication and interviews
  • Pitched stories that were relevant to the coverage area
  • Authored online content for website and social media platform posts
  • Interpreted events for readers with regular editorial columns
  • Enhanced work with attractive photography and videography
  • Met editorial guidelines and fit space requirements with skilled revisions

Education

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Journalism

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, Texas
05.2022

Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Print Journalism

South Plains College
Levelland, Texas
05.2018

Skills

  • Content Development
  • Event and Story Coverage
  • Project Coordination
  • Article Writing
  • Deadline Attainment
  • Attention to Detail
  • Audience and Reader Appeal
  • Critical Thinking
  • Photography Editing
  • Microsoft Office
  • Video Creation and Editing

Timeline

News Editor

Levelland Hockley County News-Press
08.2022 - Current

Sports Editor

Levelland Hockley County News-Press
01.2022 - 08.2022

Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Print Journalism

South Plains College

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Journalism

Texas Tech University
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