Nolan Zils
Berkeley,CA
Summary
- Proven communications professional
- Strong and versatile writer/editor
- Well-versed in Adobe and Canva interfaces
- Solid work ethic, reliable
- Able to juggle multiple projects simultaneously while meeting critical deadlines
- Easy to work with
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
General Assignment News Writer
The Daily Californian
09.2023 - Current
- Followed a strict 16-hour turnaround time for articles, from story assignment to final deadline.
- Brainstormed with news department to determine new topics and stories.
- Enhanced news article quality by conducting thorough research and fact-checking before submission.
- Collaborated with editors to refine article content, ensuring the highest level of journalistic integrity and accuracy.
Co-Editor-in-Chief
The Bear Witness Student Newspaper
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Trained editors in Adobe InDesign, editing and leadership skills to delegate work and develop important staff skillsets.
- Utilized skills in Adobe Illustrator to enhance effectiveness of graphics.
- Oversaw, trained and developed writers and associates, assistants and junior editors to optimize production and quality of work.
- Established editorial direction and publication policies and procedures and monitored and maintained functional consistency.
- Adhered to ethical guidelines and standards to promote responsible publication and media practices.
- Worked closely with advisor to create new methods of editor and staff training, including layout workshops, photography and social media reporting presentations.
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Managed multiple projects from conceptual stage through to launch.
Social Media Manager
Bear Witness Student Newspaper
05.2019 - 06.2023
- Increased student engagement through professional Canva designs.
- Developed and managed content calendars for each team to establish timely and relevant posts.
- Utilized and trained editors in Adobe Photoshop to strengthen quality of reporter photos.
- Monitored online presence of company's brand to engage with users and strengthen customer relationships.
- Developed formats and standards for social media posts.
Photographer
Bear Witness Student Newspaper
08.2019 - 06.2023
- Digitally edited photos with Adobe Photoshop to enhance appearance.
- Experimented with different angles and perspectives to capture compelling images.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Covered variety of school events, from football games to musical theater.
- Planned photo visuals for social posts.
Arts and Entertainment Editor
The Bear Witness Student Newspaper
08.2020 - 10.2022
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes, and approved final versions for publication.
- Arranged layout of the Arts pages on Adobe InDesign after final edits were made.
- Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA05.2027
High School Diploma -
Branham High School
San Jose, CA06.2023
Accomplishments
General:
- Branham High School's 2023 Senior of the Year.
- Sally Howe Memorial Scholarship Recipient.
- Citizenship Award for work in journalism.
- Recipient of Berkeley Grant.
College Journalism
- Covered various beats as a general news writer for the Daily Californian.
- Trained diligently in fact-checking, interviewing and source searching.
Work History
BUSBOY 06/2022 to 08/2023
The Burger Pit, San Jose, CA
Timeline
General Assignment News Writer
The Daily Californian
09.2023 - Current
Co-Editor-in-Chief
The Bear Witness Student Newspaper
08.2021 - 06.2023
Arts and Entertainment Editor
The Bear Witness Student Newspaper
08.2020 - 10.2022
Photographer
Bear Witness Student Newspaper
08.2019 - 06.2023
Social Media Manager
Bear Witness Student Newspaper
05.2019 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies
University of California, Berkeley
High School Diploma -
Branham High School
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