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Tristan Jackson

North Little Rock,AR

Summary

Dynamic leader and editor with a proven track record at the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, where I manage a team of 15+ people, ensuring high-quality sports content. Expert in Adobe InDesign and adept at staff oversight, I excel in creating engaging products and enhancing visual presentation, demonstrating a keen eye for design and detail.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Sports Editor

Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Inc.
05.2023 - Current

- Edited copy and wrote headlines for use in the sports section of the print edition and website using AP Style, usually upward of 5,000 words a shift while upholding high editorial standards.

- Budgeted print sections, keeping in mind packaging and assignments.

- Designed pages for the print edition.

- Proofed pages for the print section, with an eye on design and style errors.

- Managed a staff of 15+ people, including story planning, payroll and vacation schedules.

- Collaborated with editors of other sections, including photo, to create an engaging product every shift.

Copy Editor/Designer

Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Inc.
06.2022 - 05.2023

- Designed multiple print sections a shift to create a visually appealing and readable product.

- Edited copy, wrote headlines and proofed print pages for quality and accuracy.

- Collaborated with section editors to ensure timely and quality production.

Intern

The Herald-Times
06.2021 - 08.2021

- Reported daily and feature stories on a variety of topics, both individually and assisting full-time reporters.

- Took photos to enhance the visual presentation for print and online publications.


Editor-in-Chief

Indiana Daily Student
06.2020 - 08.2020

- Planned and edited, oversaw the creation of all content for the online and print publications of Indiana University’s student newspaper.

- Managed a staff of reporters and editors during the height of COVID-19, Black Lives Matter protests and a number of other unprecedented events.

- Other titles at Indiana Daily Student from 2019-22: Creative Director, Sports Editor, Copy Editor, Design Editor, Men’s Basketball Reporter, Men’s Soccer Reporter, Wrestling Reporter.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN
05.2022

Skills

  • Expert in Adobe InDesign
  • Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro and Illustrator
  • Expert in reporter and interviewer
  • Expert editor
  • Proficient in photography with DSLR camera
  • Expert in AP style
  • Basic knowledge of American Sign Language
  • Proficient in staff oversight

Timeline

Deputy Sports Editor

Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Inc.
05.2023 - Current

Copy Editor/Designer

Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Inc.
06.2022 - 05.2023

Intern

The Herald-Times
06.2021 - 08.2021

Editor-in-Chief

Indiana Daily Student
06.2020 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

Indiana University Bloomington
Tristan Jackson