Meghan Tripp
Belding,MI
Summary
Experienced with writing detailed and engaging sports content that informs and entertains readers. Utilizes deep knowledge of sports and journalistic techniques to create impactful stories. Track record of consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining high-quality reporting and analysis. Engages with community members and sources to gather information and build trust.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Writer
The Daily News
Greenville, MI
02.2024 - Current
- Manage a sports department covering nine school districts independently, demonstrating strong organizational skills and versatility.
- Report on high school sports events, producing full-length stories in print and digital formats using AP style writing for professional communication.
- Interview coaches, athletes and sports figures professionally, showcasing poise and effective communication skills.
- Shoot and edit photos for print and digital platforms using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, contributing to multimedia content production.
- Organize team and player statistics accurately, collaborating daily with coaches and athletes to ensure data integrity.
Brand Associate
Old Navy, Gap
Grand Rapids, MI
06.2021 - 02.2024
- Delivered friendly, efficient customer service by assisting shoppers with product selection, sizing, styling recommendations, etc.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions and loyalty programs to drive sales and enhance the customer experience.
- Organized and restocked merchandise to maintain a clean, visually appealing sales floor.
- Executed company visual merchandising standards and season displays.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced retail environment.
Sports Photographer
Fox 17 - WXMI
Grand Rapids, MI
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Produced and edited video content of local and professional sporting events across West Michigan, ensuring high-quality broadcast standards.
- Conducted interviews with local sports professionals, delivering polished on-air broadcast news packages.
- Wrote clear, concise scripts for anchors, enhancing broadcast storytelling and engagement.
- Monitored live broadcast feeds to maintain seamless transition during sports events.
Editorial Intern
The Grand Valley Lanthorn
Allendale, MI
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Suggested titles or headlines for written pieces based on content analysis.
- Proofread written materials for issues with sentence structure, grammar and consistency.
- Identified unique angles for stories and articles.
- Produced opinion columns on varying topics to demonstrate reporting ingenuity.
Photo Editor
The Grand Valley Lanthorn
Allendale, MI
05.2020 - 04.2023
- Managed a team of student photographers, organizing weekly photo assignments to complement news stories and enhance visual storytelling.
- Edited and formatted all photos for print and online publications weekly, ensuring high-quality presentation using Adobe Creative Suite.
- Collaborated closely with the editorial board weekly to align photographic content with editorial goals and maintain journalistic standards.
- Served additionally as a staff photographer and editorial intern, conducting interviews and producing multimedia content under tight deadlines.
Customer Service Associate
D&W
Grand Rapids, MI
06.2017 - 08.2020
- Provided friendly, attentive customer service by assisting shoppers with questions, product location and purchase decisions.
- Processed transactions accurately and efficiently using POS systems, including cash and digital payments.
- Collaborated with team members to keep checkout lanes running smoothly during high-traffic periods.
- Assisted with online grocery orders by accurately picking and packing items for customer pickup.
- Helped out with opening and closing duties as needed.
Staff Photographer
The Grand Valley Lanthorn
Allendale, MI
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Delivered photographs within specified deadlines while maintaining high quality standards.
- Edited photos using software like Adobe Photoshop to enhance image quality.
- Communicated effectively and worked collaboratively with editorial members to create complementing content for the written word.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Multimedia Journalism
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI04-2023
Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI04-2023
High School Diploma -
Lowell High School
Lowell, MI05-2019
Skills
- Website Management
- Journalism
- Communication
- Professional Writing
- AP Style
- Interviewing and Active Listening
- Detailed Organization
- Community Engagement
- Time-Sensitive Task Management
- Adaptability in Fast-Paced Environments
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Sports Writer
The Daily News
02.2024 - Current
Sports Photographer
Fox 17 - WXMI
05.2023 - 11.2023
Editorial Intern
The Grand Valley Lanthorn
01.2023 - 04.2023
Brand Associate
Old Navy, Gap
06.2021 - 02.2024
Photo Editor
The Grand Valley Lanthorn
05.2020 - 04.2023
Staff Photographer
The Grand Valley Lanthorn
08.2019 - 05.2020
Customer Service Associate
D&W
06.2017 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Science - Multimedia Journalism
Grand Valley State University
High School Diploma -
Lowell High School
PORTFOLIO
https://www.meghantripp.com