Kobe Baker
Waco,TX
Summary
Journalist focused on reporting accurate and factual information. Hardworking and devoted to creating connections to those interviewed to get the best out of each article. Experienced with on the ground reporting and interviewing a variety of subjects.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Customer Service Representative
City of Waco Convention and Vistors Bureau
07.2024 - Current
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Provided excellent customer care by responding to requests, assisting with product selection and handling ordering functions.
- Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations and maintained adequate cash supply.
- Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
- Performed data entry for visitor and event information to keep city databases up to date.
- Performed management of storefront and mobile welcome center.
- Responded to customer emails to provide accurate information to visitors.
- Wrote website entries for businesses and events around Waco to provide easy, accessible information to tourists.
Journalist
The Baylor Lariat
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Performed research and checked facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Cultivated strong relationships with sources and other contacts to support leads and story development.
- Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.
- Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
- Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
- Edited and proofread articles to achieve peak accuracy and quality.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Baylor University
Waco, TX12-2024
High School Diploma -
Robinson High School
Robinson, TX06-2020
Skills
- Data Entry
- Scheduling
- Consultative Sales
- Report Generation
- Call Management
- Data Collection
- Appointment Scheduling
- Coordination
- Order Processing
- Research
- Writing
- Story development skill
- Interviewing strength
- Research and fact-checking
Timeline
Customer Service Representative
City of Waco Convention and Vistors Bureau
07.2024 - Current
Journalist
The Baylor Lariat
01.2022 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Baylor University
High School Diploma -
Robinson High School
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