Erin Gessert
Chicago,IL
Summary
Versatile and detail-oriented professional with experience in journalism, communications and deadline-driven environments. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Adaptable, dependable, and quick to learn new tools and processes, with a strong ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
News Editor
The Beverly Review
Chicago, IL
11.2025 - Current
- Wrote and published five original news stories per week, covering timely local issues and community developments
- Cultivated and maintained relationships with community sources, public officials, organizations and local stakeholders
- Reported and edited breaking news under tight deadlines, ensuring accuracy and timely publication
Reporter/Anchor
Good Day DePaul
Chicago, IL
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Shot, edited and produced stories for weekly newscasts
- Delivered on-camera standups and developed original story ideas
- Gained hands-on experience with multimedia storytelling
Contributing Writer
The DePaulia, La DePaulia, 14 East Magazine
Chicago, IL
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Reported on local and campus issues, generated story ideas and conducted in-depth interviews
- Photographed events for publication
- Collaborated with editors and photographers through all stages of content production
Production Assistant
DePaul's Center for Journalism Integrity & Excellence
Chicago, IL
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Supported investigative reporting projects through research, editing and digital content preparation
- Scheduled and coordinated interviews with sources, ensuring timely coverage
News Reporter/Editor
The Vidette, Illinois State University
Normal, IL
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Reported, edited and fact-checked news and features stories
- Managed article layout and publication using TownNews CMS
- Covered campus and community events under deadline
Education
Master of Arts - Journalism
DePaul University
Chicago, IL06-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Illinois State University
Normal, IL 05-2023
Skills
- Photography & video editing
- News reporting & editing
- Interviewing & source development
- Deadline management & team collaboration
- AP Style
Awards
Mark of Excellence Award, Retail/Small Business Journalism, Society of Professional Journalists, Region 5, 2024
Timeline
News Editor
The Beverly Review
11.2025 - Current
Reporter/Anchor
Good Day DePaul
01.2025 - 06.2025
Contributing Writer
The DePaulia, La DePaulia, 14 East Magazine
01.2024 - 10.2024
Production Assistant
DePaul's Center for Journalism Integrity & Excellence
01.2024 - 06.2024
News Reporter/Editor
The Vidette, Illinois State University
08.2021 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - Journalism
DePaul University
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Illinois State University