Ximena Cordero
El Paso,TX
Summary
Junior at the University of Texas at El Paso, majoring in Multimedia Journalism with a minor in Political Science, brings extensive experience and leadership to the field. As Editor-in-Chief of The Prospector, effectively manages a diverse team of 25 student journalists across news, opinion, arts & culture, and sports sections. Additionally serves as President of UTEP’s chapter of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ), demonstrating a commitment to fostering inclusivity and excellence in journalism. Passionate about political investigative journalism and borderland coverage, dedicated to uncovering impactful stories that resonate with the community.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Editor-in-Chief
UTEP Student Media and Publications
El Paso, TX
01.2025 - Current
- Direct editorial strategy and newsroom operations, overseeing a team of 25+ student journalists across news, arts, and sports.
- Refine stories for AP style clarity and accuracy while mentoring reporters throughout the revision process.
- Coordinated efforts with staff to generate story pitches and develop thorough coverage plans for UTEP and El Paso developments across across multimedia, social media, digital, and print platforms.
Puente News Student Fellow
KVIA ABC-7
El Paso, TX
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Engaged with journalists across El Paso, Las Cruces, and Juárez to develop and deliver comprehensive multimedia reports on border-related topics.
- Supported content development by conducting research, crafting pitches, and refining stories for broadcast and digital platforms.
- Write and revise clear and engaging scripts tailored for broadcast and online audiences.
- Amplify underrepresented voices in storytelling, fostering inclusive representation in reporting.
Web & Copy Editor
UTEP Student Media and Publications
El Paso, TX
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Executed daily web content coordination and publication, integrating breaking news, photos, and multimedia to enhance audience engagement.
- Edited and formatted stories for print and web publication to enhance clarity and consistency in AP style.
- Analyzed website analytics and partnered with audience engagement editor to enhance content performance.
Audience & Engagement Editor
UTEP Student Media and Publications
El Paso, TX
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Produced visually appealing graphics and videos to captivate and inform target audiences.
- Conducted interviews with community leaders through the Cityline Conversations series, focusing on their strategic plans and contributions to the El Paso community.
- Monitored social media trends to inform content creation and audience engagement strategies.
Staff Reporter
UTEP Student Media and Publications
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Conducted research and wrote two to four articles per week, ensuring timely coverage of news, arts, culture, and sports topics.
- Coordinated interview scheduling for articles to ensure comprehensive coverage and diverse perspectives.
- Crafted compelling pitches for stories to enhance audience engagement within coverage area.
Education
Bachelors of Liberal Arts - Multimedia Journalism & Political Science
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO
05-2027
Skills
- AP Style proficiency
- Audio and Video Production
- Copy editing & proofreading
- Audience engagement
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Teamwork
Accomplishments
- Recipient of the IRE Fellowship Award for HSI Investigative Journalism Workshop
- Recipient of the Puente News Student Collaborative Fellowship with KVIA ABC-7
LANGUAGES
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Timeline
Puente News Student Fellow
KVIA ABC-7
09.2025 - 01.2026
Web & Copy Editor
UTEP Student Media and Publications
06.2025 - 12.2025
Editor-in-Chief
UTEP Student Media and Publications
01.2025 - Current
Audience & Engagement Editor
UTEP Student Media and Publications
01.2025 - 06.2025
Staff Reporter
UTEP Student Media and Publications
01.2024 - 01.2025
Bachelors of Liberal Arts - Multimedia Journalism & Political Science
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO