Joseph Gatto
North Prairie
Summary
Coordinating in teams in both a groundskeeper work environment, but more importantly in a news writing environment. Being able to collaborate in teams is something I believe to be a crucial component to working in any news organization. Being able to plan for an upcoming story, along with conducting professional and effective interviews are also vital, and two more of my strong suits.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Golf Course Groundskeeper
Broadlands Golf Club
05.2023 - 08.2025
- Maintained turf health by mowing, fertilizing, and aerating greens and fairways.
- Operated landscaping equipment including tractors, blowers, and edgers for efficient grounds maintenance.
- Assisted in irrigation system management to ensure optimal water distribution across the course.
- Conducted daily inspections of course conditions, identifying areas requiring attention or repair.
- Collaborated with other groundskeepers to maintain consistently high standards across all areas of the golf course property.
Community Journalist
Royal Purple Newspaper
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Researched and reported on local events, delivering timely news articles for publication.
- Conducted interviews with community members, gathering diverse perspectives for feature stories.
- Collaborated with editors to ensure accuracy and clarity in published content.
- Maintained social media accounts, engaging audience and promoting articles effectively.
- Continuing responsibilities through May, 2026
Banquet Server
Broadlands Golf Club
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Set up banquet spaces according to event specifications and client preferences.
- Served food and beverages efficiently, ensuring guest satisfaction throughout events.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate timely service of meals during events.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of dining areas before, during, and after events.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to ensure a safe dining environment for guests and staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Journalism
University of Wisconsin, Whitewater
Whitewater, WI05-2026
Skills
-Editorial Writing
-Publication Writing
-Creative Writing
-Conducting Interviews
-Project Planning
-Coordinating in Teams
Timeline
Community Journalist
Royal Purple Newspaper
01.2025 - 05.2025
Golf Course Groundskeeper
Broadlands Golf Club
05.2023 - 08.2025
Banquet Server
Broadlands Golf Club
06.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Journalism
University of Wisconsin, Whitewater