Kerry Slack
Ottawa
Summary
Resourceful Journalist with technical knowledge and skills in investigative research, preparation, editing and production of content for variety of media platforms. Creative storyteller with proven experience in engaging and informing the audience.
Demonstrated an aptitude to adapt to shifting priorities and meet strict timelines while delivering high quality results. A reliable team player who would be a guaranteed asset to any team.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Intern News Reporter
APTN National News
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Excelled in meeting tight editorial schedules and story quotas.
- Facilitated trust through clear communication with various stakeholders including story subjects and government officials.
- Designed compelling short videos to boost social media engagement.
- Optimized content through effective SEO practices to increase viewership.
Managing Editor
Glue Magazine and The Algonquin Times
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed circulation and ensured wide availability of student magazine within Algonquin College in Ottawa.
- Created a visually appealing web layout design using WordPress for online version of the magazine which was being switched to online rather than print.
Social Media Editor
The Algonquin Times
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Delivered story information to students and followers via various social media applications such as Instagram, TikTok and X.
- Designed layout, visual appeal and content for social media posts.
- Collaborated with student journalists to effectively promote their bylines.
- Maintained relationships with the Public Relations and Advertising students who collaborated with The Algonquin Times team.
Intern News Reporter
APTN National News
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Consistently met deadlines and story quotas.
- Facilitated clear exchanges between government officials, news team and story subjects.
- Optimized search engine results to increase audience engagement.
Reporter
Algonquin Times, Algonquin College
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Award-winning editorial driven campus newspaper with electronic editions reaching over 16,000 students across eastern Ontario.
- Expanded experience while crafting factual stories the student body could relate to. .
Education
Journalism Diploma program - Journalism And Mass Communication
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON04.2024
Skills
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe software, WordPress, social media and SEO optimization
Certification
- Standard CPR and First Aid Certification
- 2016
- St. John’s Ambulance, Ottawa, ON
Languages
Intermediate French
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Intern News Reporter
APTN National News
04.2024 - 08.2024
Student Intern News Reporter
APTN National News
02.2024 - 04.2024
Social Media Editor
The Algonquin Times
09.2023 - 01.2024
Managing Editor
Glue Magazine and The Algonquin Times
01.2023 - 04.2024
Reporter
Algonquin Times, Algonquin College
01.2023 - 01.2024
Journalism Diploma program - Journalism And Mass Communication
Algonquin College
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