Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Page Views Rank
References
Timeline
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Jesse Zaragoza

Jesse Zaragoza

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

A seasoned sports reporter with a background in both broadcast and print media. Offers broad experience covering major sporting events, conducting athlete interviews, and providing insightful game analysis. Combine solid journalism skills with strong passion for sports. Previous work has contributed to increased viewer ratings and publication circulation. Driven to maintain a strong work ethic while working nights, weekends, and holidays to provide full coverage of sports events.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

News MMJ/Sports/Reporter Anchor

Nexstar Media Group - KMID/KPEJ
Odessa, Texas
03.2023 - Current
  • Write, shoot, edit, and produce daily content for both morning and evening newscasts.
  • Conduct interviews with government officials, local pro/college/high school athletes, and community members to create impactful stories.
  • Deliver live shots and sports highlights for news and athletic events.
  • Script and edit entire sports segments.
  • Create and publish digital versions of every story for online platforms.
  • Leader in social media engagement statistics among news staff.
  • Train new hires in camera operation and news package version.

News Assistant

Disney - ABC 7
Burbank, California
10.2021 - 03.2023
  • Reported on community, breaking news, and major sports teams (Lakers, Dodgers, Chargers, Rams, Kings, LAFC, Galaxy, and Clippers).
  • Interviewed city council members, celebrities, and public figures.
  • Provided raw footage and assisted in story package development.
  • Assisted reporters and producers on the assignment desk to confirm information for stories.
  • Conducted Zoom interviews that would be used for daily packages.

Sports Reporter

Back Sports Page
Remote
07.2019 - 12.2022
  • Interviewed professional athletes and team staff pre- and post-game.
  • Wrote sports-related articles and features on the NBA, NFL, and MLB.
  • Produced and edited podcast episodes for OneStop Pod.
  • Managed publishing schedules and administrative tasks for podcast operations.
  • Leading member in page views generated.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

California State University Northridge
Northridge, CA
05.2020

Skills

  • Reporting & Interviewing
  • Video & Audio Editing
  • SEO & Content Writing
  • Digital Storytelling
  • Leadership & Team Training
  • Sports Broadcasting
  • Strong Work Ethic & Organization
  • Public speaking
  • Content creation strategies
  • Daily planning
  • Adaptability

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Page Views Rank

  • Leader in page view and clicks for KMID for multiple months at a time during the year.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

News MMJ/Sports/Reporter Anchor

Nexstar Media Group - KMID/KPEJ
03.2023 - Current

News Assistant

Disney - ABC 7
10.2021 - 03.2023

Sports Reporter

Back Sports Page
07.2019 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

California State University Northridge

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