James Gilbert
Yuma,AZ
Summary
Experienced reporter and public affairs specialist with a strong background in communication, information gathering, and media relations. Adept at working independently and in team environments to effectively convey organizational missions and activities to the public. Skilled in writing, editing, and utilizing various communication channels including websites, social media, and traditional media outlets.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Affairs Specialist
Yuma Proving Ground
Yuma, AZ
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Communicated the Army’s mission and activities to the public.
- Wrote press releases, created and maintained websites, and managed social media accounts.
- Worked with the media to ensure accurate and timely coverage of Army activities.
- Gathered information, developed ideas for news articles, and arranged and conducted interviews.
- Wrote news releases, feature articles, editorials, and other written materials.
Reporter
Yuma Sun
Yuma, Arizona
04.2001 - 06.2023
- Develop news content for print and online publication, writing multiple articles daily. Current beats include; police and courts, military, public safety, and the border.
- Schedule interviews and photo shoots for stories and features. When necessary take my own photos.
- Pitch unique content to editor.
- Record video and shoot photographs as content for website.
- Use social media to provide updates on breaking news and post original articles.
Studio Camera Operator, Co-host Sports Show
KSWT TV
Yuma, AZ
2003 - 2005
- Operated up to three television studio cameras during live newscast.
- Checked composition and lighting of shots before beginning shoots.
- Operated audio consoles while managing sound quality and camera shots during fast-paced newscasts.
- Edited video for newscast
- Co-host of highly-rated sports show the Sports Zone.
Education
Print Journalism
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ1996
Associate of Arts - Journalism, Print
Glendale Community College
Glendale, CA1992
Skills
- Excellent Communication Abilities
- Utilizing social media
- Editing written materials
- Reporting news
- Article writing proficiency
- Breaking news expertise
- Gathering information
- Personal interviews
- Building professional relationships
- Multitasking abilities
- Computer proficiency
- Photography
- Video
Accomplishments
Prior media representative of the Local Emergency Planning Committee for Yuma County.
Formed television production group with Cox Cable in Phoenix in early 1990s.
Created an annual charity basketball game to raise money for the United Way of Yuma County.
Timeline
Public Affairs Specialist
Yuma Proving Ground
06.2023 - 05.2024
Reporter
Yuma Sun
04.2001 - 06.2023
Studio Camera Operator, Co-host Sports Show
KSWT TV
2003 - 2005
Print Journalism
Arizona State University
Associate of Arts - Journalism, Print
Glendale Community College
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