Freelance Writer

Jacob Pascua Freelance Writer

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Profile Writer with 4+ years of experience in print and online media as a writer and editor in teams and as an independent agent. Excellent investigative reporting and research skills with strong written and verbal communication ranging from news articles to academic dissertations. Employment History

Jan 2018 – Jun 2019

NORTHRIDGE, CA

Staff Reporter

The Sundial

Wrote and edited news articles and covering news and culture Worked with publishers and editors to help create content that engaged our readers Interviewed public figures, campus authorities and local political candidates Shot and edited visuals for news stories

Updated publication with upcoming arts and culture events Jan 2018 – May 2019

LOS ANGELES, CA

Chief Copy Editor

Scene Magazine

Operated the magazine's copy editing department

Oversaw staff writer workflow ensuring deadlines were met Reviewed articles for factual or stylistic errors

Proofread writing to ensure fluidity in each story's flow Ensured content met spelling, grammar, and syntax standards Education

Aug 2015 – May 2019

NORTHRIDGE, CA

California State University, Northridge

Bachelor of Arts, Major in Journalism, Minor in Geography Cumulative GPA: 3.5

Skills Interpersonal Skills

Academic Writing

Initiative and Problem-solving

Abilities

Critical Thinking

Creative Writing

Flexibility and Adaptability

Extra-curricular activities

Jan 2018 – Apr 2019

LOS ANGELES, CA

Pledging Coordinator

Omega Phi Fraternity

Oversaw the new members' pledging process for the fraternity Organized each new member event

Advised and counseled the class of new members pledging for the fraternity

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