David P. Stein
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
Creative News Reporter committed to finding accurate and dynamic journalism stories. Mastery of modern reporting technologies and AP style with excellent oral communication, presentation, pitching and writing skills. Ready to bring investigative accuracy and depth to growing organization using different media to communicate with the public.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
News Reporter
Winnipeg Sun
03.2025 - Current
- Report to editor-In-chief about news articles for print and online.
- Interviewing sources and developing relationships with informants to obtain vital information for stories.
Court and Crime Reporter
The Brandon Sun
12.2024 - 02.2025
- Attended press conferences, court hearings and special events
- Investigated important community issues and put together well-received reports for Brandon's only daily newspaper.
Retail Sales Associate
Sports Experts
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service in French and English.
Fan Development Team Member
Chicago Blackhawks
10.2019 - 05.2020
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Production Assistant
National Basketball Association
01.2020 - 02.2020
- Maintained communication between production staff and crew members.
- Facilitated the transport of equipment to set locations.
- Ran errands as necessary for the production team.
Production Assistant
Fox Sports
12.2019 - 01.2020
- Maintained communication between production staff and crew members.
- Facilitated the transport of equipment to set locations.
- Assisted in assembling stage sets and props onsite.
- Checked sound levels prior to filming scenes.
- Maintained a clean work environment at all times.
Teaching Assistant
Summit School
05.2016 - 07.2017
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
- Supervised students in the classroom, cafeteria, hallways and playgrounds.
- Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions on various topics.
- Instructed students individually or in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Assisted with the development of Individual Education Plans.
Sales Associate
Tricolore Sports
10.2015 - 07.2017
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
Freelance Content Writer
Montreal Gazette
08.2013 - 02.2017
- Researched and wrote original content for websites, newsletters, and blogs.
- Created engaging content to attract readership and increase traffic to sites.
- Proofread and revised articles before submitting them to clients.
Education
Master of Arts - Journalism
DePaul University
Chicago, Illinois06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English Cultural Studies
McGill University
Montreal, QC11.2016
Student Exchange Program
University of Connecticut
Storrs, Connecticut01-2015
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
Dawson College
Montreal, QC08.2012
High School Diploma -
Bialik High School
Côte-Saint-Luc, QC06.2010
Skills
- Product Sales
- Customer Service
- Merchandising Knowledge
- Client Service
- Display Setup
- Verbal/Written Communication
- Journalism
- Newswriting
- Conducting interviews
- Video editing
- Articulate communication skills
- Story writing
- Source building
- Listening Skills
- Meeting Deadlines
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Timeline
News Reporter
Winnipeg Sun
03.2025 - Current
Court and Crime Reporter
The Brandon Sun
12.2024 - 02.2025
Retail Sales Associate
Sports Experts
11.2021 - 09.2022
Production Assistant
National Basketball Association
01.2020 - 02.2020
Production Assistant
Fox Sports
12.2019 - 01.2020
Fan Development Team Member
Chicago Blackhawks
10.2019 - 05.2020
Teaching Assistant
Summit School
05.2016 - 07.2017
Sales Associate
Tricolore Sports
10.2015 - 07.2017
Freelance Content Writer
Montreal Gazette
08.2013 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Arts - English Cultural Studies
McGill University
High School Diploma -
Bialik High School
Master of Arts - Journalism
DePaul University
Student Exchange Program
University of Connecticut
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
Dawson College
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