Journalism Resume
Raymond Mora
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Experience:
Bleu Magazine February 2015 - August 2018
Content Editor New York, NY
? Regularly wrote and edited 10-15 blog posts a day on sports, news, entertainment and fashion for the website
? Oversee and helped out college interns writing for the website by giving them story ideas
? Strong grasp of Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
? Trained high school interns to write and edit posts for the website
? Responsible for writing catchy headlines
? Managed social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube) and produce content on a consistent basis
? Wrote travel, gadgets, cars, and fitness articles for the magazine
? Created a weekly newsletter focused on news, fashion, entertainment, and sports stories for subscribers
? Wrote feature articles on athletes such as Clement Diop, Mark Blount, Dale Moss, and Alexis Ajin�a
Dunk 360 March 2016 - Present
Sports Writer/Podcast Host New York, NY
? Regularly wrote news, breaking news and editorials on four major sports (basketball, baseball, football, and soccer) until March 2017 because the website shut down
? Co-host �Slam City,� a weekly podcast focused on sports and entertainment that is on Soundcloud and iTunes
? Post shows on Facebook and Twitter using Hootsuite
The Network Journal May 2015 - May 2017
Freelance Writer New York, NY
? Wrote a sports business article on the top 10 black athletes who give back to the community
? Wrote online articles with a concentration on athletes, business, fitness, and technology
Long Island 1240 AM Radio Station March 2014 - March 2017
Radio Host West Babylon, NY
? Co-hosted �SPORTSTALK1240 AM� on Sundays at 9PM
? The talk show centered on professional sports in New York
? Interviewed guests such as NBA Analyst Jared Zwerling and Radio Host Anthony Donahue
? Discussed topics with listeners
YC Radio Station October 2012 - May 2015
Radio Host/Color Commentary Queens, NY
? Hosted �The Raymond, Graciano and Gina Sports Show� with a focus on professional sports and collegial athletics
? Promoted the radio show using Facebook and Twitter
? Worked closely with co-hosts, researchers, producers, and interviewed guests
? Color-commentated York Men's Basketball games
Pandora�s Box August 2012 � May 2015
College Reporter/Sports Editor/Managing Editor Queens, NY
? Regularly wrote articles on college teams
? Wrote feature articles such as �How to� and �Trends�
? Wrote news articles that deal with student government issues, financial news in the school and new degrees
? Interviewed players, coaches, students, and professors
? Responsible for copy edited articles for sports, news and entertainment
? Created a portfolio with online and print work
? Designed layout for the sports section
? Managed the budget and content of the newspaper
Education
HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY September 2017- Present
Masters of Arts Degree in Journalism Queens, NY
? 3.85 GPA
CUNY York College August 2011- May 2015
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Journalism Queens, NY
? Cumulative 3.016 GPA
Minor in Communications Technology � Television and Audio Production
? 3.08 GPA
Skills:
? Internet savvy and proficient in conducting research
? Good listener and learner
? Proficient in Windows, Mac, Smartsheet, Google Drive, and Microsoft Office
? Knowledgeable in using AP ENPS
? Interviewing, reporting, editing, copy-editing, photo-taking, and writing in the field of journalism
? Proficient in AP Style, Audacity, Pro Tools, Windows Movie Maker, Adobe Indesign, Premiere, Audition, Photoshop, and Corel Video Studio Pro
? Beginner in Spanish and able to translate the language
? Advanced experience in using social media such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and Snapchat
? Have worked with DSLRs, Canon, Nikon Cameras, Microphones, and Tripods (Created TV clips and documentaries on news, sports and entertainment)
? Proficient in using WordPress for blogging and online content
? Basic skills using the audio board
Raymond Mora
______________________________________________________________________________
Experience:
Bleu Magazine February 2015 - August 2018
Content Editor New York, NY
? Regularly wrote and edited 10-15 blog posts a day on sports, news, entertainment and fashion for the website
? Oversee and helped out college interns writing for the website by giving them story ideas
? Strong grasp of Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
? Trained high school interns to write and edit posts for the website
? Responsible for writing catchy headlines
? Managed social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube) and produce content on a consistent basis
? Wrote travel, gadgets, cars, and fitness articles for the magazine
? Created a weekly newsletter focused on news, fashion, entertainment, and sports stories for subscribers
? Wrote feature articles on athletes such as Clement Diop, Mark Blount, Dale Moss, and Alexis Ajin�a
Dunk 360 March 2016 - Present
Sports Writer/Podcast Host New York, NY
? Regularly wrote news, breaking news and editorials on four major sports (basketball, baseball, football, and soccer) until March 2017 because the website shut down
? Co-host �Slam City,� a weekly podcast focused on sports and entertainment that is on Soundcloud and iTunes
? Post shows on Facebook and Twitter using Hootsuite
The Network Journal May 2015 - May 2017
Freelance Writer New York, NY
? Wrote a sports business article on the top 10 black athletes who give back to the community
? Wrote online articles with a concentration on athletes, business, fitness, and technology
Long Island 1240 AM Radio Station March 2014 - March 2017
Radio Host West Babylon, NY
? Co-hosted �SPORTSTALK1240 AM� on Sundays at 9PM
? The talk show centered on professional sports in New York
? Interviewed guests such as NBA Analyst Jared Zwerling and Radio Host Anthony Donahue
? Discussed topics with listeners
YC Radio Station October 2012 - May 2015
Radio Host/Color Commentary Queens, NY
? Hosted �The Raymond, Graciano and Gina Sports Show� with a focus on professional sports and collegial athletics
? Promoted the radio show using Facebook and Twitter
? Worked closely with co-hosts, researchers, producers, and interviewed guests
? Color-commentated York Men's Basketball games
Pandora�s Box August 2012 � May 2015
College Reporter/Sports Editor/Managing Editor Queens, NY
? Regularly wrote articles on college teams
? Wrote feature articles such as �How to� and �Trends�
? Wrote news articles that deal with student government issues, financial news in the school and new degrees
? Interviewed players, coaches, students, and professors
? Responsible for copy edited articles for sports, news and entertainment
? Created a portfolio with online and print work
? Designed layout for the sports section
? Managed the budget and content of the newspaper
Education
HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY September 2017- Present
Masters of Arts Degree in Journalism Queens, NY
? 3.85 GPA
CUNY York College August 2011- May 2015
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Journalism Queens, NY
? Cumulative 3.016 GPA
Minor in Communications Technology � Television and Audio Production
? 3.08 GPA
Skills:
? Internet savvy and proficient in conducting research
? Good listener and learner
? Proficient in Windows, Mac, Smartsheet, Google Drive, and Microsoft Office
? Knowledgeable in using AP ENPS
? Interviewing, reporting, editing, copy-editing, photo-taking, and writing in the field of journalism
? Proficient in AP Style, Audacity, Pro Tools, Windows Movie Maker, Adobe Indesign, Premiere, Audition, Photoshop, and Corel Video Studio Pro
? Beginner in Spanish and able to translate the language
? Advanced experience in using social media such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and Snapchat
? Have worked with DSLRs, Canon, Nikon Cameras, Microphones, and Tripods (Created TV clips and documentaries on news, sports and entertainment)
? Proficient in using WordPress for blogging and online content
? Basic skills using the audio board