Samantha Pastorino
Summary
Creative and adaptable journalist with experience in live reporting and feature writing. Demonstrated expertise in conducting interviews, managing tight deadlines, and leveraging social media to enhance audience interaction and story reach.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Reporter
KETV
Omaha, Nebraska
02.2025 - Current
- Reported live in the field during breaking news situations.
- Maintained up-to-the-minute knowledge of breaking news stories and responded to round-the-clock emergencies.
- Conducted interviews with local leaders and community members for news stories.
- Researched current events and trends to provide timely reporting.
- Wrote clear, engaging news articles for online and broadcast platforms.
- Leveraged social media to promote stories and actively engage the audience, increasing reach and interaction.
- Built relationships within the food community to feature local dining establishments in "Now Serving" segments
Freelance Writer
MaverickPR
Omaha, Nebraska
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Managed multiple writing projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
- Researched and wrote engaging feature articles on diverse topics.
- Conducted interviews with experts and sources to gather insights for articles.
- Participated in editorial meetings to pitch story ideas and discuss trends in writing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Journalism And Media Communications
University Nebraska-Omaha
Omaha, NE12-2024
Skills
- Investigative reporting
- Journalistic reporting
- Live broadcasting
- Feature writing
- Editorial writing
- Multimedia journalism
- Audience engagement
- Deadline management
- Local event tracking
- Social media engagement
- Community outreach
- Research skills
- Attention to detail
- Creative thinking
- Story writing
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Reporter
KETV
02.2025 - Current
Freelance Writer
MaverickPR
05.2023 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Journalism And Media Communications
University Nebraska-Omaha