RESUME

EXPERIENCE
        MMJ/Reporter, News 12 The Bronx | May 2018 – Present
• Pitch enterprise story ideas then shoot, write, & edit own material
• Update new story information on all social media platforms
• Build relationship with sources & maintain contacts
• Host local events to establish presence in the community & connect with viewers

        Corning Bureau Chief Reporter/MMJ/Anchor, WETM-TV | August 2016 – April 2018
• Maintained high-profile position in newly launched Corning Bureau
• Pitched enterprise story ideas then shoot, write, & edit own material
• Chased two stories daily, turning one package & separate VOSOT
• Performed minimum of 15 live shots a week
• Filled in behind anchor desk as needed & independently produce newscasts
• Created fresh web content for digital & social media platforms

        Associate Producer, ABC Radio | September 2015 – August 2016
• Wrote nationally-aired sportscasts, Slacker Radio scripts, & AP-style stories for abcnewsradioonline.com
• Engineered remote newscasts & troubleshoot technical issues in the newsroom
• Edited & repackaged television material for use on digital audio platforms
• Prepared leads & teases of upcoming newscasts for affiliate stations

        Production Assistant, FOX News Radio | August 2014 – September 2015
• Produced weekly podcasts featuring Greta Van Susteren & Jo Ling Kent
• Composed hourly business report scripts & created hourly business reports
• Interviewed individuals for ‘America’s Talking’ feature & other segments
• Pitched story ideas for the weekly podcasts, features, & segments
• Pulled audio & wrote scripts for news stories & potential newscasts
• Booked & coordinated affiliate interviews & 2-ways with FOX talent/experts

       Intern, Rachael Ray Show | January 2014 – May 2014
• Aided producers in various tasks on tape days & pitched segment ideas
• Conducted research for producing teams
• Executed production runs to retrieve items for upcoming segments
• Provided celebrity guests & talent with service from arrival to departure

        Intern, The Bill Cunningham Show | May 2013 – August 2013
• Produced stories & advertising content for guest bookings
• Developed wardrobe, hair & makeup for guests
• Coordinated & confirmed audience reservations

        Field Reporter/Anchor, WMSV-TV/Channel 8 News | August 2013 – May 2014
• Gathered & formulated current news information for each newscast
• Reported live stories for weekly broadcast
• Designated duties & supervised overall cast & crew

        Bartender, Europa Nightclub | October 2012 – May 2014
• Tended to high volume of customers in fast-paced environment
• Supervised bar staff in accordance with service policies, procedures & regulations

SKILLS
        Software: iNews, Final Cut Pro, ENPS, Adobe Audition, Adobe Premiere, Netia
        Language: Farsi

AWARDS
        Best Anchor or Reporter, NY State Associated Press Association | 2017
        Best Investigative Reporter, NY State Associated Press Association | 2017
        TV Newscaster of the Year, WMSV-TV/Channel 8 News | 2014
• Received the highest votes for best on-camera performance
        All-County & Conference Player of the Year, Varsity Basketball | 2009, 2010
• Conference leader in points & rebounds as team captain

ACTIVITIES
        President, Mount Media | August 2010 – May 2014
• Hosted live, weekly television show called, “The Lifestyle”
• Oversaw TV, Film, Radio, Sports Broadcasting & Marketing club committee

        President, Girls Varsity Club | September 2006 – June 2010
• Held annual dinner recognizing top female athletes of each class   

EDUCATION
        College of Mount Saint Vincent                                                                              Bronx, NY
        Bachelor of Arts in Communication, 2014                                     Dean’s List: Spring 2014
        Concentration: Digital Arts & Media Studies, Minor: Theatre                                GPA: 3.0