SEBASTIAN HERRERA
Walnut Creek
Summary
Seasoned journalist and public relations expert adept at planning and executing high-profile projects. Diligent worker experienced in content strategy and developing and maintaining key organizational relationships.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Technology reporter
The Wall Street Journal
05.2019 - Current
- Plan and execute content that is read by large audiences
- Cover a diverse array of topics, including complex issues such as labor and technology
- Collaborate with numerous professionals in public relations, academia, technology and public offices
- Use a variety of sources to publish my work, including print and web, podcasts, live broadcasts and social media
Technology reporter
Austin American-Statesman
07.2017 - 05.2019
- Edited peers’ work and at times led team meetings
- Partnered with other journalists and departments to produce well-rounded and comprehensive news coverage
- Adhered to ethical and legal standards to maintain credibility and trust with audiences
- Built strong relationships with sources to gain access to exclusive information
Metro news reporter
Houston Chronicle
06.2015 - 07.2017
- Crafted stories that included purposeful story development and arc, such as an article about a Colombian man’s tough decision on voting over a peace treaty after having had to flee his country due to war
- Navigated several writing projects at once and published content that kept a consistent voice throughout multiple subjects
- Helped establish a mentorship program for journalists across the newsroom
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
The University of Texas
Austin05.2015
Skills
- Bilingual
- Writing and editing
- Content management
- Public relations
- Negotiation
- Effective communicator
- Interpersonal communications
- Critical thinking
- Communication strategy
- Public speaking
- Analysis
Accomplishments
- Led or been a part of many front-page stories at The Wall Street Journal
- 2021 bonus given to those who show outstanding effort and results
Timeline
Technology reporter
The Wall Street Journal
05.2019 - Current
Technology reporter
Austin American-Statesman
07.2017 - 05.2019
Metro news reporter
Houston Chronicle
06.2015 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
The University of Texas
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