José Mejía
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Experienced journalist and communicator with 30+ years of diverse professional experience. Proven ability to adapt to organizational objectives while consistently acquiring new knowledge and strategies. Highly responsible and committed to delivering exceptional results.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Cleaning Assistant
Lupe's Home & Office Cleaning, LLC
San Antonio, Texas
07.2024 - Current
- Sanitized frequented areas and equipment using approved supplies.
- Vacuumed carpeted areas and mopped solid surfaces with proper chemical solutions.
- Cleaned windows, glass partitions and mirrors with cleaners and sponges.
- Kept bathrooms in clean, functional condition by scrubbing stalls, sanitizing sinks and tidying storage shelves.
Construction Worker
Subcontracted
San Antonio, Texas
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Assembled structural sheetrock components , replacing parts to meet regulatory code standards and costumer preferences.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Positioned, aligned or sealed sheetrock wall sections.
Communications Consultant
Tutela Legal "María Julia Hernández"
San Salvador, El Salvador
07.2019 - 10.2022
- Communicated with local media about the Organization's news and events.
- Planned, elaborated contents and posted multimedia information to online sites and other media platforms.
- Maintained professionality and efficiency while working closely with leadership of the Organization.
- Arranged public appearances, contests or exhibits for public to increase Human Rights awareness or promote goodwill.
- Developed public relations strategies to influence public opinion or promote Human Rights situation in El Salvador.
- Developed and maintained close working relationships with members of press.
- Prepared or edited, photos, videos and newsletters or stockholders' reports for internal or external audiences.
- Wrote press releases or other media communications to promote the Organization's work.
Journalist
Various
San Salvador, El Salvador
01.2001 - 06.2019
- Developed and pursued stories independently and for assignment, covering range of topics and events.
- Discussed issues with editors to establish priorities or positions.
- Reviewed copy and corrected errors in content, grammar and punctuation by following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines.
- Gathered information about events through research, interviews and attendance at political, news and cultural events.
- Photographed or videotaped news events to provide visual coverage.
- Checked reference materials to obtain relevant facts.
- Wrote and distributed press releases with photos to print, broadcast and social media on behalf of clients.
Education
Bachelor of Journalism And Communications -
Universidad Centroamericana José Simeón Cañas, UCA
San Salvador, El Salvador05-2000
Skills
- Fast Learner, Initiative and autonomy
- Ability to adapt to diverse environments
- Punctual and Reliable
- Networking, Team Collaboration
- Positive Attitude
- Social Media Platforms
- Research and fact-checking
- Story development skill
- Investigations expertise
- Breaking News Coverage
- Creative writing and editing
- Microsoft Office, Photoshop
- Photography and some video editing
- Critical Thinking
Affiliations
- Sports
- Music
- Cultural events
- Photography
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Limited
Accomplishments
- ICARO Cinema and TV Festival, El Salvador, Short Documental Award (2009) - "La Ciudad, la tradición y la fe".
- Photo exhibition, El Salvador National Palace (2019) - "Masacre El Mozote, desenterrando la verdad".
- ICARO Cinema and TV Festival, El Salvador, Short Documental Award (2022) - "Los Tiranos del jardín".
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cleaning Assistant
Lupe's Home & Office Cleaning, LLC
07.2024 - Current
Construction Worker
Subcontracted
01.2023 - 06.2024
Communications Consultant
Tutela Legal "María Julia Hernández"
07.2019 - 10.2022
Journalist
Various
01.2001 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Journalism And Communications -
Universidad Centroamericana José Simeón Cañas, UCA
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