John Hamilton
Wilmington,OH
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. A seasoned, dependable and adaptable professional possessing outstanding source cultivation and maintenance skills. A confident and resourceful person with high creativity levels.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Reporter
Wilmington News Journal
09.2016 - Current
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories covering multiple topics.
- Collaborated with other journalists and departments to produce well-rounded and comprehensive news coverage.
- Built strong relationships with sources to gain access to exclusive information.
- Developed stories by researching facts and tracking down sources.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and other breaking news stories.
- Edited stories for accuracy and clarity.
- Developed and maintained network of contacts to facilitate story development.
- Reported from field locations and wrote stories under tight deadlines.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
- Developed relationships with sources and contacts to gain additional insight.
- Adhered to ethical and legal standards to maintain credibility and trust with audiences.
- Attended press conferences, court hearings and special events to stay conversant with current news.
- Assist costumers in needs ranging from subscription concerns to obituary placements.
Reporter
Wapakoneta Daily News
05.2015 - 09.2016
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and other breaking news stories.
- Edited stories for accuracy and clarity.
- Attended press conferences, court hearings and special events to stay conversant with current news.
- Researched and produced daily news reports.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
- Layout and edit the daily newspaper before it was sent to be published.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
Wright State University
05.2014
Skills
- Data Verification
- Researching Information
- Excellent Communication Abilities
- Research and Due Diligence
- Gathering Information
- Editing Written Materials
- Information Analysis
- Copywriting and Editing
- Article Writing Proficiency
- Building Professional Relationships
- Adaptability
- Organization
Affiliations
The Clinton County Leadership Program, graduating class of 2022
The Denton Affair, performance art group, 2021-present
Mason Community Players, community theater group, 2018-2020
Queen City Productions, community theater group, 2020-2021
Timeline
Reporter
Wilmington News Journal
09.2016 - Current
Reporter
Wapakoneta Daily News
05.2015 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
Wright State University
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