Shaina Nijhawan
Madison,WI
Summary
Versatile and thoughtful communicator with a strong background in storytelling, digital content, and audience engagement. Known for building trust through clear, relatable messaging, and working seamlessly with teams to bring projects from idea to execution.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Multimedia Journalist & Reporter
WMTV 15 News
06.2022 - Current
- Created and edited diverse segments that aligned with newsroom standards and audience expectations.
- Reported critical information during evening newscasts, consistently meeting tight deadlines.
- Achieved record digital engagement among on-air talent at WMTV.
Associate Producer
WMTV 15 News
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Construct news reports for digital media using press releases and incident reports.
- Monitor communications and scheduled posts to enhance social media engagement for WMTV.
- Develop news segments through site visits, interviews, and videography production.
- Increase viewer following on WMTV’s social media platforms through strategic content management.
Research Assistant
UW-Madison Department of Communication Arts
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Searched for relevant articles on dyadic displays in romantic relationships.
- Analyzed research articles and summarized findings for the principal investigator.
- Participated in weekly discussions with research team to refine research focus.
Social Media Intern
EcoMotion
12.2019 - 04.2020
- Grew EcoMotion's social media followings through targeted engagement strategies.
- Collaborated with media partners to attract over 5,000 participants for main event.
- Developed public relations materials and presentation booklets for over 10 major company events.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Reporting
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Arts
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI05.2022
Skills
- News writing
- Photojournalism
- Digital storytelling
- Audience engagement
- Interviewing skills
- Video editing
- Content creation
- Social media oversight
Timeline
Multimedia Journalist & Reporter
WMTV 15 News
06.2022 - Current
Associate Producer
WMTV 15 News
06.2021 - 06.2022
Research Assistant
UW-Madison Department of Communication Arts
02.2021 - 06.2021
Social Media Intern
EcoMotion
12.2019 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Reporting
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Arts
University of Wisconsin-Madison
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