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Certification
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Rachel Cormier

Summary

Seasoned writer with a diversified portfolio of written experiences including journalism, copywriting and technical writing. Expert in professional communication strategies and a team player who prioritizes group relations and responsibilities over singular objectives.

Overview

1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Television News Producer

KOTA Territory News
Rapid City, SD
07.2024 - 08.2026
  • Directed the production of western South Dakota's highest-rated morning show for two years.
  • Selected and approved all visual and audio elements of on-air broadcast segments.
  • Edited and proofread national news stories for broadcast and web.

Assistant News Editor

Northern Star
DeKalb, IL
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Proofread and edited 45 articles monthly, ensuring high quality and adherence to editorial standards.
  • Collaborated with editorial and digital teams to produce engaging content for web.
  • Trained reporters on journalistic standards and AP style guidelines.

Intern

Quad-City Times
Davenport, IA
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Covered the citywide Davenport apartment collapse tragedy in May 2023.
  • Handled crime and court events for the Quad-City area.
  • Reported the latest educational developments for Illinois and Iowa school communities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English, Journalism and Professional Communication

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL
05-2024

Skills

  • News Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Technical Writing
  • Media Relations
  • Editing and Revision
  • Video Editing

Certification

Creative Writing Certificate, 2024

Awards

  • Kathy Orr McDonald Memorial Award for the Editorial Excellence, 2023
  • NINA Donald F. Brod Scholarship, 2023
  • Best Headline Award, IJEA Division 3, 2020

Timeline

Television News Producer

KOTA Territory News
07.2024 - 08.2026

Assistant News Editor

Northern Star
08.2023 - 05.2024

Intern

Quad-City Times
05.2023 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Arts - English, Journalism and Professional Communication

Northern Illinois University
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