Luca Gonzalez
Los Angeles
Summary
Recent high school graduate with strong communication and leadership experience through student journalism, live sports commentary, and media production. Skilled at working with teams, engaging audiences, and managing responsibilities in fast-paced environments. Passionate about music and live events with a commitment to creating welcoming experiences for guests.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Editor-in-Chief
Harvard-Westlake Big Red Sports Magazine
Los Angeles, CA
08.2025 - 06.2026
- Managed a team of 20 staff writers by assigning article topics, coordinating deadlines, providing editorial feedback, and ensuring all content met publication standards.
- Planned and designed the layout for four seasonal print magazine publications by organizing page structure, coordinating visual elements, and maintaining a cohesive design and editorial style throughout each issue.
- Edited articles and magazine pages for grammar, clarity, accuracy, consistency, and formatting while collaborating with writers to strengthen content before publication.
- Organized athlete photoshoots by coordinating schedules, communicating with athletes and photographers, selecting locations, and ensuring photo assets were delivered on time for publication.
News Section Editor
Harvard-Westlake Chronicle
Los Angeles, CA
08.2025 - 06.2026
- Managed a team of 5 staff writers by assigning news coverage, coordinating deadlines, providing editorial guidance, and ensuring articles met accuracy and quality standards.
- Planned and designed the news section layout for the print publication by organizing page placement, balancing written content with visuals, and maintaining a clear, consistent presentation for readers.
- Edited print and online articles on a daily basis by reviewing content for grammar, clarity, accuracy, style, and formatting while collaborating with writers to refine stories before publication.
- Oversaw daily production of news pages by preparing articles for print, coordinating revisions with staff, and ensuring deadlines were met for both print and digital editions.
Lead Commentator
Harvard-Westlake TV
Los Angeles, CA
08.2024 - 06.2026
- Provided live commentary for the majority of school games across 8 varsity sports teams by delivering engaging play-by-play coverage, game analysis, and real-time updates for audiences.
- Delivered detailed play-by-play commentary and analysis by researching teams, preparing game notes, identifying key moments, and communicating insights clearly during live broadcasts.
- Mentored and trained new student commentators by teaching broadcasting techniques, providing feedback on delivery and preparation, and helping them develop confidence behind the microphone.
- Conducted athlete interviews by preparing questions, coordinating post-game conversations, and highlighting player experiences and achievements for school media coverage.
- Collaborated with production and media teams to support smooth broadcasts, maintain consistent coverage, and enhance the overall viewer experience.
Volunteer
Huntington Hospital
Los Angeles, CA
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted new mothers with postpartum care by providing emotional support, companionship, and practical assistance during the recovery period while helping create a comfortable and supportive environment.
- Supported patients and families during hospital stays by offering guidance, answering questions when appropriate, and helping ensure patients felt cared for and attended to.
- Assisted hospital staff with patient care and daily tasks by helping organize supplies, supporting unit operations, and completing assigned responsibilities to improve efficiency and patient experience.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff by following hospital procedures, maintaining professionalism, and contributing to a positive and organized care environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harvard-Westlake
Los Angeles, California06-2026
Skills
- Customer service
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Content strategy
- Editorial planning
- Collaborative mindset
- Deadline management
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
- Live music, concerts, and contemporary music culture
- Music discovery, artist research, and playlist curation
- Journalism, storytelling, and media production
- Sports broadcasting and live commentary
- Film and visual media
- Exploring emerging artists and independent music scenes
Timeline
Editor-in-Chief
Harvard-Westlake Big Red Sports Magazine
08.2025 - 06.2026
News Section Editor
Harvard-Westlake Chronicle
08.2025 - 06.2026
Lead Commentator
Harvard-Westlake TV
08.2024 - 06.2026
Volunteer
Huntington Hospital
05.2024 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
Harvard-Westlake