Senior Reporter
The Western News
Libby, Montana
• Oversaw the planning and operations of a editorial department at a twice-per-week, deadline intensive, local newspaper. • Aligned objectives and bridged communications with the advertising team to increase advertising, web traffic, social media presence, and circulation.• Authored and published 20-40 accurate stories per week, meeting deadline demands and achieving the respect and commendations of senior management, co-workers, and the community. • Showcased strong journalism ethics, trustworthiness, independence, creativity, quick-learning, adaptability, organizational skills, and work ethic, quickly obtaining a senior reporter promotion.• Demonstrated expertise in providing complete, concise, and coherent articles containing quantitative and qualitative research of both anticipated and spontaneous news for print, website, and social media platforms. • Assured detailed coverage of courts, government, economy, crime, environment, health, education, local recreation, features, community events, and sports through polished, professional, and in-depth interviews resulting in engaging, data-driven articles. • Facilitated interviews with individuals of varying backgrounds — from high-profile state officials to high school students — delivering each story with an equal level of integrity and passion.