Jacqueline Alvarez
Fresno,CA
Summary
Journalist with a background in radio reporting, broadcast journalism, documentary, producing and meteorology. Skilled in conducting in-depth research, interviewing sources, and creating compelling news stories. Proficient in various media platforms and adept at delivering accurate and engaging news content to a wide audience. An ambitious journalist with 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 news.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Journalist
Fresno State Focus News
Fresno, CA
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Participated in weekly meetings with editors regarding upcoming story assignments.
- Created content for social media platforms such as Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
- Developed ideas or material for newscasts by analyzing and interpreting news, current issues, or personal experiences.
Central Valley Reporter
Radio Bilingue
Fresno, CA
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Emphasis on radio reporting and storytelling
- Providing accurate, newsworthy information to listeners
- Making local connections to important organizations and people
- Spanish reporting
- Editing with Adobe Audtion
California Local News Fellowship Reporter/Fellow
UC Berkeley School of Journalism
Berkeley, CA
08.2023 - 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
Respite Care Worker
Aveanna Healthcare
Fresno, United States
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, United States
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
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
California State University - Fresno
Fresno, CA05-2025
Minor in Spanish -
California State University - Fresno
Fresno, CA05-2025
Skills
- Wrote and produced stories for Broadcast Television
- Skilled at field reporting, writing stories, public speaking, news research, interviewing, and producing
- Developed impactful and creative story ideas and sought sources
- Effective communication and time management
- Ability to work with others while maintaining a professional work environment
- Connecting with people to communicate efficiently
- Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro
- Effective use of Social Media Platforms
- AP Style Expert
- Knowledge of Local News Topics
Certification
- Certificate in Broadcast Meteorology
- Seal of Biliteracy
Affiliations
- Member, Radio Television Digital News Association, RTDNA (2 years)
- Member, Youth Leadership Institute, The Know Youth Media News
Accomplishments
- Finalist for the Big Tell Documentary Film Contest by CMAC
- Wrote, produced, shot and edited Valley PBS Documentary, "Skateboards in Prison"
- UNESCO World Press Freedom Day in Santiago, Chile : Attended and produced research for "Safeguarding Press Freedom amidst journalistic unsafety: Perspectives from Academia"
Timeline
Student Journalist
Fresno State Focus News
08.2024 - 12.2024
Central Valley Reporter
Radio Bilingue
09.2023 - 01.2024
California Local News Fellowship Reporter/Fellow
UC Berkeley School of Journalism
08.2023 - 01.2024
Respite Care Worker
Aveanna Healthcare
05.2022 - 08.2023
Teaching Fellow
California Teaching Fellows
08.2021 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
California State University - Fresno
Minor in Spanish -
California State University - Fresno
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