Tania Theriault
Oakville,ON
Summary
Dedicated, former journalist talented at crafting compelling stories, informative articles and persuasive copy that resonates with and inspires readers. Self-starter, able to work with minimal input and drive tasks to completion.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Writer/journalist
Self-employed
05.2019 - Current
- 2023 - Researched and wrote original articles as inaugural reporter for BurlingtonToday news site. Site hit over 200,000 views in under 60 days, the fastest growth in company history.
- 2022 - Wrote high-quality business and news content for the Jersey Evening Post, an award-winning daily newspaper in the Channel Islands (UK). Delivered exceptional content on deadline while working remotely from Bermuda, four time zones away.
- Excelled at assignments for newspapers and the BBC, covering court matters and special hearings as well as writing regular business magazine pieces. This required efficient management of multiple projects and competing deadlines.
Senior Reporter
Jersey Evening Post
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Finding, researching and crafting news on a wide range of topics for a daily paper based in Jersey, Channel Islands. Covered a wide range of topics, demonstrating quick learning and versatility in subject matter expertise, while consistently producing two to four articles a day.
- Developed relationships with sources and contacts from all sectors of the community to gain additional insight.
- Regularly wrote front-page news stories and in-depth features exploring all aspects of Jersey life.
Broadcast Journalist
BBC Jersey
01.2017 - 05.2018
- Created and produced stories for TV, radio and digital platforms.
- Secured high-profile interviews with Island leaders in government, the business community and the third sector.
- Increased listener engagement by delivering compelling and timely news stories, tailored to the target audience.
- Produced, reported and edited a 28-minute radio documentary.
- Seamlessly produced a busy three-hour breakfast radio program by attracting interesting guests to speak on the topics of the day. Prepared interviewees and the presenter while coordinating national segments with other BBC outlets.
Deputy Business Editor
The Royal Gazette
01.2000 - 01.2010
- Steadily promoted over 10 years with paper, moving from senior reporter to assistant news editor and later deputy business editor.
- Consistently produced accurate and original journalism to drive increased readership and engagement.
- Managed a team of 10 reporters, guiding them on story development and improving their writing and interviewing skills.
- Assisted Editor-in-Chief during high-volume periods, stepping in to provide additional support and ensure continuity of quality output.
- Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
Education
Master of Arts in International Development Studies -
St. Mary's University
Halifax, NSBachelor of Arts, Combined Honours in Political Science and International Development -
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NSCURRENTLY ENROLLED – Corporate Communications & Public Relations - Graduate Certificate
Sheridan College
Oakville, ON08.2024
Skills
- Professional writing
- Copyediting
- Researching
- Effective time management
- Critical thinking
- Skilled interviewer
- Relationship building
- Networking
- Creative collaboration
- Exceptional storytelling
- Press releases
- Newsletter design
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Freelance Writer/journalist
Self-employed
05.2019 - Current
Senior Reporter
Jersey Evening Post
05.2018 - 05.2019
Broadcast Journalist
BBC Jersey
01.2017 - 05.2018
Deputy Business Editor
The Royal Gazette
01.2000 - 01.2010
Master of Arts in International Development Studies -
St. Mary's University
Bachelor of Arts, Combined Honours in Political Science and International Development -
Dalhousie University
CURRENTLY ENROLLED – Corporate Communications & Public Relations - Graduate Certificate
Sheridan College
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