THAYMA J. SÁNCHEZ GÓMEZ
Washington,DC
Summary
Bilingual reporter with 4+ years of experience covering local government, public policy, and breaking news across Washington, D.C., region. Experienced in reporting on D.C. government, elections, voting rights, and immigration policy, with a focus on civic impact. Skilled in using public records, research, and data to develop stories, and in producing clear, accessible multiplatform stories.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Content Producer
Telemundo 44 & NBC Washington
06.2022 - Current
- Report and produce bilingual (English/Spanish) stories for broadcast, digital, and social media platforms across the Washington, D.C. region.
- Report on breaking news, government, elections, immigration, voting rights, and public policy affecting Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Northern Virginia.
- Develop voter guides and explain complex policy issues through clear, audience-focused reporting.
- Investigate and pitch original stories using public records, data, and government documents.
- Edit and publish short-form video content using Adobe Premiere for broadcast and social media platforms.
Digital reporter
Metro Puerto Rico
09.2021 - 06.2022
- I wrote local stories covering politics, the environment, mental health, and entertainment, many of which were featured on the front page of the newspaper.
- Led an investigative report based on documentary research and interviews with over eight sources on a systemic issue within Puerto Rico’s psychology profession, prompting the House of Representatives to convene hearings on the issue.
Producer, Reporter, Digital Editor
STV Noticias
02.2020 - 06.2022
- As a producer, I identified topics, coordinated interviews, wrote scripts, edited visuals, designed promotions, and trained students.
Education
M.P.S - Legislative Affairs
George Washington University
Washington, D.C.06-2025
Bachelor’s - Journalism with a minor in Pre-Law
Universidad Del Sagrado Corazón
San Juan06-2022
Skills
- Strong writing and research skills
- Enterprise / investigative reporting
- Source-building skills
- Fact-checking
- Manage and grow social media audience to increase engagement and reach
- Advanced knowledge in Google Search Engine (SEO)
- Advanced knowledge in video editing platforms like Premiere Pro, Cap Cut and Edits
Affiliations
- NAHJ - Active Member
- 09/2020 - Present
Timeline
Digital Content Producer
Telemundo 44 & NBC Washington
06.2022 - Current
Digital reporter
Metro Puerto Rico
09.2021 - 06.2022
Producer, Reporter, Digital Editor
STV Noticias
02.2020 - 06.2022
Bachelor’s - Journalism with a minor in Pre-Law
Universidad Del Sagrado Corazón
M.P.S - Legislative Affairs
George Washington University