Taysean Acree
Summary
Journalism student and staff reporter at The Daily Egyptian with experience covering campus, political and community news, seeking a News Editor position to take on a larger role in the newsroom.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Reporter
The Daily Egyptian
Carbondale
09.2025 - Current
- Report and write campus and community news for print and digital publication
- Conduct interviews with students, faculty and community members
- Cover campus events, student government and political events
- Consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom environment
- Write in AP style with a focus on clarity and accuracy
Server
Logan's Roadhouse
05.2021 - Current
- Provide attentive customer service in a high-volume restaurant
- Manage multiple tables while maintaining accuracy with orders and transactions
- Communicate effectively with team members and resolve customer concerns
- Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
College Program Internship
Walt Disney Company
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Delivered guest service in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Communicated professionally with guests from diverse backgrounds
- Followed company service standards and adapted to new roles quickly.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - JOURNALISM
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Skills
- AP style writing
- News reporting
- Interviewing
- Source development
- Political event coverage
- Campus event coverage
- Deadline-driven writing
- Strong communication
- Organization
Websites
Timeline
Staff Reporter
The Daily Egyptian
09.2025 - Current
College Program Internship
Walt Disney Company
06.2023 - 12.2023
Server
Logan's Roadhouse
05.2021 - Current
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - JOURNALISM
Southern Illinois University Carbondale