FERNANDA GALAN MARTINEZ
Phoenix,Arizona
Summary
Skilled Journalist with two-year history conceptualizing and reporting on diverse stories. Versed in digital media and skilled in writing and editing pieces for online platforms.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Reporter Intern
James Nelson
05.2023 - Current
- Developed stories on the tech industry, beer industry and travel industry.
- Captured excellent photos to provide imagery for stories.
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
- Attended three press conferences to gather relevant information.
- Created content for online and print platforms to attract broad audiences.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
- Reported from field locations and wrote stories under tight deadlines.
- Researched and analyzed newsworthy events, trends and issues.
- Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.
- Utilized SEO principles to optimize content for search engine rankings.
- Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
- Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
- Coordinated with photographers, videographers and graphic designers to supplement stories with multimedia content.
- Fact-checked breaking news headlines by performing background research.
Cronkite News Los Angeles Reporter
Christopher Woodyard
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
- Collaborated with other journalists and departments to produce well-rounded and comprehensive news coverage.
- Built strong relationships with sources to gain access to exclusive information.
- Utilized social media to promote stories and build audience.
- Researched and produced daily news reports.
- Developed stories by researching facts and tracking down sources.
- Edited stories for accuracy and clarity.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and other breaking news stories.
- Investigated important community issues and put together well-received reports.
- Stayed up-to-date with current events and trends to stay ahead of competition.
- Attended press conferences, court hearings and special events to stay conversant with current news.
- Developed and maintained network of contacts to facilitate story development.
- Captured and edited audio, video and photographs to provide multimedia content to enhance stories.
- Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.
State Press Opinion Reporter
The State Press
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
- Collaborated with other journalists and departments to produce well-rounded and comprehensive news coverage.
- Built strong relationships with sources to gain access to exclusive information.
- Utilized social media to promote stories and build audience.
- Developed stories by researching facts and tracking down sources.
Downtown Devil Freelance Writer
Downtown Devil
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Interviewed individuals by phone, video chat and in-person to write news stories.
- Wrote compelling, succinct, clear news scripts under tight deadlines.
Education
Arizona State University, Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication
Skills
- Creative
- Easily adapted to change
- Innovator
- Visionary
- Responsible
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Empathic listener
- Positive attitude
- Truth teller
- Ability to work under pressure
- Proficient in Audition and web design
- Multicultural
- Associated Press (AP) Style
- Staff Collaboration
- Visual Element Development
- Researching
- Research
- Interpret Language
- Beat Reporting
- Interviewing Skills
- Research Skills
- Information Gathering
- Audience Engagement
- Print Media
- Investigative Reports
- Commentary Writing
- Local Government
- Feature Writing
- Editorial Collaboration
- Daily Reporting
- Story Pitches
- Critical Thinking
- Reading Comprehension
- Online News Content
- Investigation Ability
- Press Conferences
Accomplishments
1st place winner at the 65th SoCal Journalism Awards for Best News Writing in Off Campus Issues.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Business Reporter Intern
James Nelson
05.2023 - Current
Cronkite News Los Angeles Reporter
Christopher Woodyard
08.2022 - 12.2022
State Press Opinion Reporter
The State Press
11.2021 - 04.2022
Downtown Devil Freelance Writer
Downtown Devil
09.2021 - 01.2022
Arizona State University, Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication
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