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Jacob Alvear

Journalist

Phone:

718-607-2036

Email:

Address:

104-Stethem Dr Centereach, NY

Date of Birth:

November 17, 1997

About Me

I am a Stony Brook University graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Communications and Journalism.

 

My passion for writing has significantly grown  throughout my life as I find new reasons everyday to become a more improved writer and storyteller. 

Through my years of being a student Journalist I've discovered my love for storytelling and covering all types of hard hitting news to news that directly connects to the heart of the community.

 

I am a proficient reporter, writer, and photographer who loves to find deep connections with others and dig deep to discover and capture raw emotion within the story. I excel at handling all aspecting of multimedia that range from video and audio editing and working with the camera itself. Currently, I am seeking a full-time job in the Journalism field but am open to working in various other field as well such as Public Relations/ Communications. 

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Outgoing and friendly with a strong drive to succeed. Ambitious problem solver and team player with proven leadership abilities, multi-task oriented, and efficient. Versatile Journalist takes on any issue and produces pieces quickly to take advantage of current public opinion. Highly experienced in still and video photography. A news reporter with extensive knowledge of video editing and excellent on-camera skills. Adept at both teleprompter use and ad-libbing for dynamic story reporting. Committed to bringing audiences accurate and interesting breaking news. Attentive to the news at regional, national, and international levels. Experienced in crafting well-written positions and coverage. Cultivates audience interest with an engaging style.

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Work Experience

February 2022 - Current

May 2022 - Current

January 2018 - June 2022

Colored Colors / Lead Editor for Newsletter

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Lead Editor of the Colored Colors newsletter, Every month Colored Colors releases a newsletter where they highlight different artists that stem from musicians, poets, authors, business owners, and creatives across Long Island.

The Messenger Papers / Intern
https://messengerpapers.com/author/jalvear/ 
  

Investigative reportingTV broadcastingFact-checking,Field reporting, Copywriting, editing, and reviewWriting abilitiesFilm and Video Production/  Directing experience[Adobe programs] expertiseBroad knowledge of local news topics, Conducting Interviews, Story Pitching, Media Operations, Story Development skills. 

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  • Social media proficiency 

  •  Apple and PC use expertise

Cheesecake Factory / Server & Busser

 

Lake Grove, NY CHEESECAKE FACTORY 610 

 

Knowledge of food menu including gourmet food, spirits, and wine pairings Killed at anticipating, identifying and fulfilling guest needs frequently assisted colleagues during rush periods to foster and promote teamwork while providing exceptional service and guest dining experience.

Education

Stony Brook University 
Bachelor's Degree
August 2019- August 2022 Journalism & Communications

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