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Michael Germaine

Michael Germaine

davisburg

Summary

I’m a creative and driven journalist with over three years of experience across television, radio, and print. I’m seeking to leverage my skills and experience to contribute to high quality storytelling.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Reporter / Weekend Anchor

WKBT News Channel 8
05.2023 - 10.2024

- Pitched stories during daily editorial meetings

- Conducted interviews with local politicians and community leaders

- Produced and developed scripts for weekend news broadcasts

- Shot and edited news packages

- Covered breaking news stories


Sports Reporter

Impact 89FM
10.2021 - 05.2023

- Covered the Michigan State University soccer, gymnastics, and baseball team

- Wrote weekly stories

- Conducted player and coach post game interviews for weekly coverage

Sports Broadcaster

Big Ten Network
09.2021 - 04.2023

- Covered the Michigan State University baseball and softball team as a play-by-play broadcaster and color commentator

- Interviewed coaches and players, while also assisting in behind the scenes production

- My responsibilities included shooting for replay, while also producing and directing shows

Sports Broadcasting Intern

Muskegon Lumberjacks
08.2022 - 11.2022

- Served as the color commentary broadcaster for all home games

- Generated game notes while also determining storylines for broadcasts

Photojournalist

The Western Herald
08.2019 - 08.2021

- Covered Western Michigan University sports including basketball, hockey, and football

- Told stories through the lens of a camera


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
05-2023

Skills

    - Photography

    - Video editing

    - Story development

    - Able to adapt to new technology trends

    - Strong communication skills

Timeline

Senior Reporter / Weekend Anchor

WKBT News Channel 8
05.2023 - 10.2024

Sports Broadcasting Intern

Muskegon Lumberjacks
08.2022 - 11.2022

Sports Reporter

Impact 89FM
10.2021 - 05.2023

Sports Broadcaster

Big Ten Network
09.2021 - 04.2023

Photojournalist

The Western Herald
08.2019 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

Michigan State University
Michael Germaine