Koria Downs
Chicago Heights,IL
Summary
Dynamic news reporter with a proven track record at The Daily Eastern News, excelling in newswriting and research. Demonstrated strong communication and teamwork skills while delivering accurate, engaging stories. Committed to community service through volunteer work at Campus Pantry, enhancing operational efficiency and client education.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Campus Pantry
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted in organizing food distribution events to support community members in need.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline pantry operations and improve service efficiency.
- Maintained inventory accuracy by tracking stock levels and reporting discrepancies.
- Educated clients on available resources and services to enhance their access to support.
News Reporter
The Daily Eastern News
09.2024 - Current
- Researched and wrote articles on local events, community issues, and campus news.
- Conducted interviews with students, faculty, and community members to gather diverse perspectives.
- Collaborated with editors to ensure timely publication of news stories and features.
- Utilized social media platforms to promote articles and engage with the audience.
- Maintained accuracy in reporting by fact-checking information before publication.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL05-2027
High School Diploma -
Homewood-Flossmoor High School
Flossmoor, IL06-2023
Skills
- Newswriting
- Excellent communication
- News anchoring
- Researching information
- Gathering information
- On-scene reporting
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Positive attitude
- Organized and efficient
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Community service
Timeline
Volunteer
Campus Pantry
08.2025 - Current
News Reporter
The Daily Eastern News
09.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
Eastern Illinois University
High School Diploma -
Homewood-Flossmoor High School