Logan Plant
Summerside
Summary
Dynamic Multi-Media Reporter with a proven track record at Postmedia Network, enhancing web traffic through compelling content and multimedia storytelling. Expert in website editing and fostering professional growth. I excel in SEO and digital storytelling, showcasing achievements in live reporting and mentorship. Skilled in engaging diverse audiences, my work spans from investigative journalism to historical research, demonstrating versatility and innovation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Multi-Media Reporter
Postmedia Network
03.2021 - 12.2024
- Developed a connection with communities in P.E.I. and across Atlantic Canada to tell the stories of multiple people.
- Using Microsoft Office to distribute emails to Atlantic Briefs Desk team members and assign tasks through Microsoft Teams. Additionally, team members would tally their work totals in Microsoft Excell.
- As a writer and editor for the Atlantic Briefs Desk, daily tasks would be to write and edit copy for Saltwire and PostMedia's website.
- Worked closely with online admins to maintain relevant stories on the front page of the website and to edit and maintain high quality website headers, sub heads and story bodies of other writers.
- Contributed to the development of editorial guidelines and policies, ensuring a consistent voice and tone across all multimedia content.
- Covered live events using video and live-tweeting, providing real-time updates for online audiences.
- Mentored junior reporters on best practices in multimedia reporting, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Increased website traffic by producing compelling and shareable content across various media platforms.
- Continuously worked on new projects that were tasked with the team over three years, including working with Artificial Intelligence, new writing programs, and writing investigated political stories.
Freelance Writer
Journal Pioneer
03.2021 - 12.2024
- Covered local community events to give insight into city and resident run events.
- Pitched topical and modern news stories that are relevant to readers.
- Edited and proofread materials to ensure clarity and coherence in final submissions.
- Developed engaging content by conducting thorough research and understanding audience needs.
- Took candid and posed photographs to be used in both digital and print news outlets.
- Interviewed individuals by phone, video chat and in-person to write news stories.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure.
- Conducted thorough research on diverse topics, producing well-informed pieces.
Historical Researcher
Summerside and Area Historical Society
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Arranged and analyzed historical information to evaluate significance and organize representations while highlighting findings.
- Collaborated with fellow historians on interdisciplinary projects, fostering a greater appreciation for diverse perspectives.
- Identified and conserved documents, records and maps of historical significance.
- Interviewed local veterans to tell their stories when fighting in the Korean war.
- Compiled research from archives on historical landmarks around Summerside for displays found at pop-up exhibits in the community.
Education
Associate of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
Holland College
Charlottetown, PE05-2019
High School Diploma -
Three Oaks Senior High School
Sumemrside05-2014
Skills
- Mobile journalism
- Breaking news coverage
- Video editing
- News writing
- Digital storytelling
- Multimedia production
- Live reporting
- Web analytics
- Interviewing techniques
- Photo editing
- Digital photography
- SEO
- Social media posting
- Story pitching
- Web content creation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Multi-Media Reporter
Postmedia Network
03.2021 - 12.2024
Freelance Writer
Journal Pioneer
03.2021 - 12.2024
Historical Researcher
Summerside and Area Historical Society
06.2018 - 09.2018
Associate of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
Holland College
High School Diploma -
Three Oaks Senior High School
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