Fiona Winn
Ames,IA
Summary
Detail-focused news reporter with experience covering local stories and supporting customer needs. Clear communication, disciplined time management, and quick problem resolution. Consistent results through strong interview methods, thorough editing, and accurate, reader-centered reporting.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Reporter
Ames Voice
Ames, IA
01.2026 - Current
- Delivered timely local news stories enhancing community engagement for Ames Voice.
- Secured source interviews for breaking news and feature reporting.
- Developed and pitched story ideas, preparing articles for publication to inform and engage readers.
- Advanced coverage through independent and assigned reporting on a wide range of topics and events.
- Enhanced copy quality through thorough grammar, clarity, and adherence to newsroom style standards.
Associate
Panera Bread
Ames, IA
06.2024 - Current
- Strong customer relationships grew through friendly, reliable service.
- Guided customers on product selections to enhance confidence in purchases.
- Provided courteous, prompt service to resolve guest concerns.
- Responsive support handled inquiries, complaints, and returns.
- Accurate register processing supported smooth guest checkout experiences.
- Processed transactions accurately and efficiently to maintain smooth checkout flow.
- Neat, orderly product displays improved store presentation.
- New associates gained store knowledge through training on operations, policies, and procedures.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Journalism And Communications
Iowa State University
Ames09-2026
Skills
- News writing
- Copy editing
- Interview techniques
- communication skills
- time management
- problem solving
- teamwork and collaboration
- adaptability
Timeline
Staff Reporter
Ames Voice
01.2026 - Current
Associate
Panera Bread
06.2024 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Journalism And Communications
Iowa State University