Jacqueline Alvarez
Fresno,CA
Summary
Experienced news reporter with a background in radio, broadcast journalism, meteorology, and documentaries. Skilled in conducting in-depth research, interviewing sources, and writing compelling news articles. Proficient in various media platforms and adept at delivering accurate and engaging news content to a wide audience. An ambitious news anchor with extensive knowledge of video editing and excellent on-camera skills. Experience with both teleprompter use and ad-libbing for dynamic story reporting. Committed to bringing audiences accurate and interesting breaking news. Attentive to the news at regional, national, and international levels. Experienced in crafting well-written positions and coverage. Cultivates audience interest with engaging style by focusing on telling the truth about underserved communities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Multimedia Journalist
Independent
Fresno, CA
08.2020 - Current
- Recorded video clips, organized raw media, and edited footage
- Utilized understanding of public opinion, social media and traditional media use to create engaging and attention-grabbing stories.
- Interviewed sources, contacts and leads to gather information for stories
- Performed extensive research to back up stories.
- Photographed or videotaped news events to provide visual coverage
- Gathered information about events through research, interviews and attendance at political, news and sports functions
- Determined story's emphasis, length and format to organize material accordingly
Central Valley Reporter
Radio Bilingue
FRESNO, CA
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Emphasis on radio reporting and storytelling
- Providing accurate, newsworthy information to community and national based listeners
- Making local connections to important organizations and people
- Spanish on-air reporting
- Editing radio stories with Adobe Audition
- Internationally widespread local stories
California Local News Fellowship Reporter/Fellow
UC Berkeley School of Journalism
Berkeley, CA
05.2023 - 01.2024
- 1 of 40 fellows chosen for the first UC Berkeley California Local News Fellowship
- Attended press conferences, briefings and other events to stay current on newsworthy topics throughout California
- Emphasized local journalism stories
- Connected with journalists state-wide to strengthen reporting
Respite Care Worker
Avanna Healthcare
FRESNO, CA
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Ensured a safe environment while providing supervision of respite participants at all times.
- Provided assistance to families with special needs children and adults in their homes.
- Assisted with meal preparation, grocery shopping, laundry services and light housekeeping duties for families
Teaching Fellow
California Teaching Fellows
FRESNO, CA
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Assisted in the development of language training materials for non-native Spanish speakers.
- Developed strategies to help students learn Spanish quickly and effectively
Freight Team Associate
Home Depot
FRESNO, CA
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocking and rotating merchandise as needed.
- Organized displays according to company standards and specifications.
- Monitored stock levels and reordered items as needed to maintain optimal inventory levels.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
California State University - Fresno
Fresno, CA12-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
California State University- Sacramento
Sacramento, CASkills
- Script Writing
- Bilingual-Spanish reporter
- Investigative
- Gains the trust from the public
- Video Storytelling
- News Writing
- AP Style Expert
- Live Reporting
- Investigative Journalism
- Broadcast Journalism
- Video Editing
- Social Media Management
- Proficient in Adobe Audition
- Proficient in Premiere Pro
- Social Media Platforms
- Interviewing and Research
- Audience Engagement
- Source Building
- Story pitching
- Investigative Research
- Knowledge of Local News Topics
Accomplishments
- The Big Tell Documentary Showcase 2024; Expected to premiere April 2024
- Documentary airing on Valley PBS in late April
- Panel presentation in person at the UNESCO World Press Freedom Day Conference in Santiago, Chile
- Radioo Television Digital News Association(RTDNA) Member and Secretary of the Club at Fresno State
- Awarded Solutions Journalism Grant, Solutions Journalism Network
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited
Timeline
Central Valley Reporter
Radio Bilingue
09.2023 - 01.2024
California Local News Fellowship Reporter/Fellow
UC Berkeley School of Journalism
05.2023 - 01.2024
Respite Care Worker
Avanna Healthcare
05.2022 - 08.2023
Teaching Fellow
California Teaching Fellows
08.2021 - 02.2022
Freight Team Associate
Home Depot
01.2021 - 05.2021
Multimedia Journalist
Independent
08.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
California State University - Fresno
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
California State University- Sacramento