Matthew Gomez
Austin,TX
Summary
Accomplished Senior News Reporter at The Daily Texan, adept in news writing and showcasing exceptional communication abilities. Proven track record of breaking news coverage, including the 2024 election beat, with a love of researching and on-scene reporting. Maintaining deadline management and source building, contributing to high-quality content production while maintaining high grades in 15 hours of coursework and working part-time outside of school.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior News Reporter
The Daily Texan
08.2024 - Current
- Draft breaking news and updates that are posted on the organization's social media and website accounts.
- Producing at least two stories a week.
- Working on the Austin city: politics and 2024 election beat, providing breaking news updates and event coverage throughout the semester.
- Covered multiple debates and drafted stories the same night in order for the stories to be published the following morning.
- Work closely with editors and management staff to ensure quality content is produced.
- One of the top-producing senior reporters this semester.
- Provided coverage during major events including the Texas Tribune Festival, political events and city council meetings.
General New Reporter
The Daily Texan
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Wrote and submitted accurate and engaging stories.
- Focused on education and topics related to the University of Texas.
- Fostered strong working relationships with multiple student-run organizations and administration communication staff.
- Worked on multiple stories with senior reporters, allowing for my education in the field to grow.
- Participated in strong communication between sources, editors and fellow reporters to ensure quality work was produced.
- One of the top-producing general reporters during my time.
H-E-B Personal Shopper
H-E-B
08.2021 - Current
- Placed completed orders in labeled, temperature-appropriate storage pending customer pick-up.
- Consistently met deadlines and quality goals for accuracy and timeliness.
- Memorized store layouts and planograms to fulfill orders using the shortest, most efficient route.
- Maintained high satisfaction ratings by completing orders quickly and making good selections for customers.
- Worked productively with customers to meet order requirements and service expectations.
Bartender, Server, Suprivisor
Star Cinema Grill
12.2019 - 08.2021
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Continued to work seasonally during school breaks and holidays.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Government
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX05.2025
High School Diploma -
Klein Cain High School
Houston, TX05.2021
Skills
- Newswriting
- Excellent communication abilities
- Researching information
- On-scene Reporting
- Deadline Management
- Breaking News Coverage
- AP Style
- Source building
Timeline
Senior News Reporter
The Daily Texan
08.2024 - Current
General New Reporter
The Daily Texan
02.2024 - 08.2024
H-E-B Personal Shopper
H-E-B
08.2021 - Current
Bartender, Server, Suprivisor
Star Cinema Grill
12.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Government
University of Texas At Austin
High School Diploma -
Klein Cain High School
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