Quint Holguin
DeLand
Summary
Dynamic student journalist with experience at The Purdue Exponent, excelling in breaking news coverage, digital multimedia creation, and historical research. Proven ability to engage audiences through compelling storytelling and meticulous copy editing. Strong research skills complemented by a commitment to accuracy and audience satisfaction, driving impactful investigative reporting.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Journalist
The Purdue Exponent
08.2024 - 09.2025
- Disseminated news content through social media for better engagement with audiences and faster reporting.
- Planned and conducted research and pitched long-form stories to promote investigative news topics.
- Researched and analyzed newsworthy events, trends and issues.
- Coordinated with photographers, videographers and graphic designers to supplement stories with multimedia content.
- Drafted news headlines for broadcasting to capture listeners with clear and condensed writing.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
Housekeeping and Laundry Attendant
ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center
09.2023 - 07.2024
Education
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education & Poltical Science
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05-2028
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
Simpsonville, SC05-2024
Skills
- Breaking news coverage
- Historical research
- News writing
- Digital multimedia creation
- Copy editing
- Opinion writing
Accomplishments
- Received 2023-24 Purdue Exponent Reporter of the Year award for excellence and dedication in student journalism.
Highlighted Articles
Top Stories
- International Purdue students have visas revoked after Trump crackdown
- Visa conflict unresolved for previously detained Purdue student
- $19 million Cason Family Park celebrates grand opening after nearly decade wait
- Purdue fires Polytechnic Recruitment and Diversity department on director's last day
Historical
- Discovering the spirit behind the 1948 Boiler football team
- Past publications at Purdue chronicle students' interests, spirit
- Purdue’s ancient secret society behind university monuments
- Expedition planned to find Earhart’s plane after new evidence uncovered
Certification
- CPR certified
- Ti-Bot Technology & Digital Awareness certification
Timeline
Student Journalist
The Purdue Exponent
08.2024 - 09.2025
Housekeeping and Laundry Attendant
ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center
09.2023 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education & Poltical Science
Purdue University
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School