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Mary Nichols

Mcallen,TX

Summary

I am looking for a career where my communication and journalism experience can be used.

When communicating with my clients whether it is in person, on the telephone or other form of media. I am sensitive to their concerns and needs that they express and have great customer service skills.

Having more than a decade of working in both fields my experience and knowledge would be an exceptional addition to your organization.

My strong qualities are as followed, gathering and researching data, being professional, great communication skills, fluent in English and Spanish and knowledge about different computer operating systems and MS Suite Product.

Currently. I am working as a Freelance Journalist and Sports Performance Trainer.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Journalist and Sports Trainer

Self Employed.
Mcallen , TX
02.2016 - Current
  • Researched and wrote stories on a variety of topics, such as politics, crime, education, entertainment, health and sports.
  • Conducted interviews with sources to obtain information for stories.
  • Photographed images to accompany articles.
  • Utilized social media networks such as Twitter and Facebook to promote articles.
  • Collaborated with coaches to develop conditioning plans that align with team goals.
  • Set clear performance targets and evaluated player and team achievements.

Freelance Journalist

The Progress Times
McAllen, TX
01.2008 - 01.2016
  • Interviewed leads for sports and feature articles
  • Researched data online for accuracy
  • Wrote and edited articles for print
  • Communicated with supervisor on topics of interest
  • Maintained deadlines for articles.

Freelance Journalist

South Texas Nation
McAllen, TX
01.2008 - 12.2008
  • Investigated leads for stories
  • Wrote and edited articles for print
  • Researched data online for accuracy
  • Communicated with supervisor on topics of interest
  • Maintained deadlines for articles.

Freelance Journalist

NY Post
McAllen, TX
01.2008 - 12.2008
  • Reporter
  • Investigated leads for stories
  • Wrote and edited articles for print
  • Researched data online for accuracy
  • Communicated with supervisor on topics of interest.

Education

B.A. in Communication- Journalism -

University of Texas-Pan America
05.2008

Study Abroad Program -

University of Waikato
01.2006

Skills

  • Driven for Success
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Microsoft Suite
  • Interviewing Strength
  • Communication with Clients by telephone, In person and different media technology
  • Writing and Editing
  • Investigation Ability

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Awards

  • Graduated Cum Laude 08’
  • Texas Scholar Achievement in 2003

References

  • Erasmo Villareal, (512) 608-2158
  • Adrian Bazemore, (810) 610-4912
  • Charity Kunold, (860) 681-5514
  • Dinorah Nichols, (956) 451-9733

Timeline

Freelance Journalist and Sports Trainer

Self Employed.
02.2016 - Current

Freelance Journalist

The Progress Times
01.2008 - 01.2016

Freelance Journalist

South Texas Nation
01.2008 - 12.2008

Freelance Journalist

NY Post
01.2008 - 12.2008

B.A. in Communication- Journalism -

University of Texas-Pan America

Study Abroad Program -

University of Waikato
Mary Nichols