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Joanna Bouras

Westwood,MA

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Internal Communications ManagerSenior Communications ManagerAssociate Director, Internal CommunicationsDirector of Communications and Media RelationsContent & Digital Communications

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

HybridRemoteOn-Site
Location: Westwood, MABoston, MAMASSACHUSETTS
Open to relocation: No

Minimum Desired Compensation

$80000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leave401k match

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Strategic Customer Initiatives, Senior Associate

DraftKings
Boston, Massachusetts
03.2025 - Current
  • Lead internal communications and employee engagement initiatives that foster a collaborative workplace culture
  • Partner with stakeholders to develop engaging employee communications that strengthen information flow, employee connection, and organizational alignment
  • Write and publish internal blogs and intranet content to inform and engage employees on key topics
  • Interview leaders and subject matter experts to develop compelling employee stories and content
  • Lead company-wide career panels and learning series sessions
  • Present orientation sessions to new hires across North America monthly

News Reporter

WFXT (FOX)
Boston, USA
03.2024 - 10.2024
  • Reported and produced timely news content for daily newscasts, translating complex information into clear and engaging stories for broad audiences.
  • Pitched creative story ideas and special projects, identifying opportunities for compelling audience-focused content.
  • Delivered live on-air coverage under tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy, clarity, and professionalism.
  • Collaborated with producers, photographers, anchors, and newsroom leadership while managing multiple priorities independently.

News Reporter/Anchor

WJAR (NBC)
Providence, USA
01.2022 - 02.2024
  • Served as lead dayside reporter, managing multiple story assignments and collaborating with newsroom leadership to meet daily deadlines.
  • Reported breaking news and complex community issues, translating detailed information into clear, accessible stories for broad audiences.
  • Produced in-depth investigative reports requiring extensive research, interviewing, fact-checking, and narrative development.
  • Filled in as anchor and delivered live coverage, demonstrating strong verbal communication and presentation skills.

News Reporter/Fill-In Anchor

WXIX (FOX)
Cincinnati, USA
08.2020 - 09.2021
  • Produced, wrote, shot, and edited news, consumer, and investigative stories across multiple formats and platforms.
  • Reported and anchored live newscasts while managing tight deadlines and rapidly changing priorities.
  • Developed audience-focused stories by researching complex topics, interviewing sources, and translating information into compelling narratives.

News Reporter/MMJ

WBBH (NBC) WZVN (ABC)
Fort Myers, USA
06.2018 - 06.2020
  • Produced, wrote, shot & edited creative news, consumer, and investigative stories, informing and educating the public
  • Delivered engaging news reports for daily newscasts, enhancing audience awareness
  • Hosted live segments for various newscasts, connecting viewers with timely information

News Reporter/MMJ/Anchor

KOLN
Lincoln, USA
01.2017 - 05.2018
  • Produced, wrote, shot, and edited engaging news, consumer, and investigative stories, enhancing audience understanding and interest.
  • Anchored assigned newscasts
  • Delivered timely news reports for newscasts, ensuring viewers received accurate and relevant information.

Freelance Broadcast Associate

CBS NewsPath
New York, USA
01.2016 - 12.2016
  • Coordinated and curated news content across multiple platforms, supporting timely and accurate distribution.
  • Conducted research and fact-checking to verify information and support editorial content.
  • Produced engaging content for diverse audiences, including coverage of Red Carpet events.

Education

Masters - Multimedia Journalism

New York University
New York, NY
05-2016

Bachelor of Arts - English, Journalism

Wheaton College
Norton, MA
05-2014

Timeline

Strategic Customer Initiatives, Senior Associate

DraftKings
03.2025 - Current

News Reporter

WFXT (FOX)
03.2024 - 10.2024

News Reporter/Anchor

WJAR (NBC)
01.2022 - 02.2024

News Reporter/Fill-In Anchor

WXIX (FOX)
08.2020 - 09.2021

News Reporter/MMJ

WBBH (NBC) WZVN (ABC)
06.2018 - 06.2020

News Reporter/MMJ/Anchor

KOLN
01.2017 - 05.2018

Freelance Broadcast Associate

CBS NewsPath
01.2016 - 12.2016

Masters - Multimedia Journalism

New York University

Bachelor of Arts - English, Journalism

Wheaton College

Skills

  • Internal Communications
  • Content Development
  • Digital Storytelling
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Employee Engagement
  • Presentation & Public Speaking
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Claude Code

Awards

  • 2023, Boston/New England Emmy Nomination Outstanding 11 PM Newscast, Reporter
  • 2023, Boston/New England Emmy Nomination Outstanding 6 PM Newscast, Reporter
  • 2023, Boston/New England Emmy Nomination Outstanding Breaking News, Reporter
  • 2021, Kentucky Associated Press 1st Place Award (Continuing Coverage)
  • 2018, Heartland Emmy Award Best Evening Newscast, Reporter
  • 2018, Heartland Emmy Award Best Morning Newscast, Reporter

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