EMILY NAVA
Godley,TX
Summary
Hardworking graduate offering experience using different skills and extensive knowledge of core subject matter. Meticulous and detail-oriented with excellent observational, organizational and communication skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Reporter
Hood County News
07.2023 - Current
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
- Collaborated with other journalists and departments to produce well-rounded and comprehensive news coverage.
- Utilized social media to promote stories and build audience.
- Built strong relationships with sources to gain access to exclusive information.
Photojournalism Intern
KERA
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Work directly with reporters to bring their stories to life through visual images and videos.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Used Adobe Premiere Pro to edit footage into correct order and add effects.
Freelance Journalist
The Daily Sentinel
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Wrote pieces and news stories for online publication.
- Performed research and checked facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
- Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.
- Applied understanding of public opinion, social media and traditional media use to create engaging and attention-grabbing stories.
Athletics Photographer
SFA Athletics
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.
- Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for publication.
Social Media Intern
Nacogdoches Economic Development Center
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Monitored online presence of company's brand to engage with users and strengthen customer relationships.
- Created videos and managed YouTube channel to strengthen company reputation.
- Identified target market and key segments through in-depth analysis of markets and related trends.
Photo Coordinator
The Pine Log Newspaper
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Lead team of photographers on shoots, editing, captions, etc.
- Held weekly meetings to discuss the week.
- Gave feedback to photographers on their images.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
SFA TV 2 Student
Stephen F. Austin State University
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Worked various studio positions for 14-30 minute shows including On Air Talent, Director, Technical Director, Floor Manager, Prompter, Playback Operator and Camera Operator.
- Worked as an MMJ under tight deadlines.
- Conducted multiple interviews.
- Shot out in the field and connected with members of the community.
- Edited packages with Adobe Premiere Pro.
Radio DJ
KSAU 90.1
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Researched and gathered news and weather.
- Wrote script for mid and top of hour on air points.
- Worked sound board fluidly to create a great listening experience for listeners.
- Kept listeners engaged during show by talking in between songs.
- Informed audience about Nacogdoches events, general PSAs and music titles and artists.
- Played 2-4 hour shows with on-time ad airs and strict adherence to FCC regulations.
Staff Writer
Pine Log Newspaper
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Developing and submission of one article weekly, communicated with journalists and interviewed subjects to gather details
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging and fact-checked stories
- Interviewed guests on specific topics
- Completed assigned pieces and developed independent stories -
- Planned and conducted research and pitched long-form stories to promote investigative news topics.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
Stephen F Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX05.2023
Skills
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe Lightroom
- AP Writing
- Photography
- Videography
- Social Media Management
Websites
References
Claudia Perez Rivas - Hood County News Editor - claudia@hcnew.com - 361-455-1142
Carla Jimenez - KERA Audience Editor - cjimenez@kera.org - 817-683-3803
Josh Edwards - The Daily Sentinel Managing Editor - josh.edwards@dailysentinel.com - 320-339-1191
Timeline
Reporter
Hood County News
07.2023 - Current
Photojournalism Intern
KERA
01.2023 - 08.2023
Freelance Journalist
The Daily Sentinel
09.2022 - 12.2022
Athletics Photographer
SFA Athletics
08.2022 - 12.2022
Social Media Intern
Nacogdoches Economic Development Center
08.2022 - 12.2022
Photo Coordinator
The Pine Log Newspaper
08.2022 - 12.2022
SFA TV 2 Student
Stephen F. Austin State University
08.2021 - 12.2022
Radio DJ
KSAU 90.1
08.2021 - 12.2022
Staff Writer
Pine Log Newspaper
08.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
Stephen F Austin State University
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