JoseAngel Zarate
Gonzales
Summary
A highly motivated and creative professional with a passion for writing and a knack for storytelling. Possesses a keen eye for detail and the ability to create compelling content that engages audiences. Experienced in journalistic writing and adept in producing content for marketing purposes. Skilled in creating engaging stories for print, web and social media. As well as an innovative storyteller with knack for uncovering unique angles and presenting compelling narratives. Possesses strong research abilities and eye for detail, ensuring thorough and accurate reporting. Skilled in engaging readers through vivid, thought-provoking content that challenges conventional perspectives. Demonstrates passion for exploring diverse topics and delivering impactful stories that resonate with audiences.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Writer
Western Stage
Salinas, CA
04.2026 - Current
- Assist Communications Coordinators with flyers and promotional material text.
- Collaborate with Western Stage Social Media coordinator to aid with content creation.
- Contributing dramaturgical writing for programs and promotional material.
- Apply and learn to create in creation of Show programs for productions.
Director
California State University, Monterey Bay
Marina, CA
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Directed a short documentary style film about a local Salinas band
- Organized resources efficiently to maximize productivity and minimize costs.
- Wrote and edited my own project.
Assistant Director
California State University, Monterey Bay
Marina, CA
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Served as assistant director on a fellow student's short "The Trip"
- Tasked with organizing shooting schedule, finding cast members, and making sure all equipment was returned safe and on time
- Served as editor on this short alongside my duties as assistant director
Assistant Director
California State University, Monterey Bay
Marina, CA
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Served as Assistant Director for "Bittersweet" a graduating students thesis film
- Assisted in creating schedules, gathering cast and crew, and ensuring the production went by smoothly
Writer
Hartnell College
Salinas, CA
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Co-Wrote a stage play titled "In Loving Memory" which was produced by Hartnell College
- Collaborated with a team to create a storyline, dialogue, and character arcs
- Developed fiction and nonfiction prose for publication.
Education
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Theater Arts & Cinema
Hartnell College
Salinas, CA05-2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Gonzales High School
Gonzales, CA06-2019
Associate of Arts - Communications
Hartnell College
Salinas, CA05-2026
Skills
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Team collaboration
- Creative writing
- Fact-checking
- Proofreading
- Excellent grammar
- Persuasive writing
- Exceptional storytelling
- Social media
- Staff management
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Strategies and goals
- Team management
- Idea brainstorming
- Technical writing
- Effective writing
- Editing
- Research
- Strong research skills
- Multimedia writing
LANGUAGES
English
Advanced
Gonzales Unified School District
Spanish
Advanced
Native Language
Timeline
Communications Writer
Western Stage
04.2026 - Current
Director
California State University, Monterey Bay
11.2024 - 12.2024
Assistant Director
California State University, Monterey Bay
09.2024 - 10.2024
Assistant Director
California State University, Monterey Bay
09.2024 - 09.2024
Writer
Hartnell College
01.2023 - 04.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Gonzales High School
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Theater Arts & Cinema
Hartnell College
Associate of Arts - Communications
Hartnell College