Arlenis Peña

adnncw@r.postjobfree.com 646-***-****

*** * ***** **, *****, New York 10457

SUMMARY

6+ years of experience Passionate Sports Writer, Spanish interpreter and PR person in baseball at the MLB, MiLB and winter ball level. Looking to bring tenacious and detail-oriented skills to a long-term position.

SKILLS

6+ years of experience working in baseball at the minor league and Major League level, as well as winter ball.

Excellent ability to speak both English and Spanish on camera and in front of large group settings.

Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

Strong understanding of baseball and media.

Excellent ability to handle confidential matters with sensitivity and discretion.

EXPERIENCE

On Camera Talent

NYC Sports News New York City, United States February 2018 - June 2020

Interviewed sources, contacts and leads to gather information for stories.

Reported and penned front-page breaking sports news stories and provided real time updates online.

Wrote and produced compelling investigative and human-interest stories about sports and iconic news subjects.

Utilized understanding of public opinion, social media and traditional media use to create engaging and attention-grabbing stories.

Performed extensive research to back up stories.

Researched subjects and prepared for live events, special programs and guest interviews.

Delivered real-time, accurate oral translations and interpretations for interviewers.

Public Relations Assistant

Club Atletico Licey SD, Dominican Republic October 2019 - December 2019

Spanish/English translation assistance for game day media interviews, press conferences, and other club related events as directed.

Provided assistance in areas such as player relations/communications and developed outreach initiatives.

Confer with staff at event sites thorough the season to coordinate details.

Verify credentials of entrance into the press box and permit only authorized persons to enter.

Compile information on content and context of information to be translated to the intended audience. (media guides, daily team updates, etc.)

Examine documents and media reports to verify the accuracy before being handed out.

Assist the Public Relations department with the various matters concerning the Players and Staff.

Sports Writer

DOUBLE G SPORTS NEW YORK, NEW YORK February 2017 - February 2019

Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.

Write and edit news stories from information collected by reporters and other sources. Research production topics using the internet, video archives, and other informational sources.

Study background information in order to prepare for programs or interviews.

Report news stories for publication or broadcast, describing the background and details of events.

Arrange interviews with people who can provide information about a story.

Determine a story's emphasis, length, and format, and organize material accordingly.

Conduct taped or filmed interviews or narratives.

Write columns, editorials, commentaries, and reviews that interpret events or offer opinions.

Sports Writer

NYC SPORTS NEWS NEW YORK, NEW YORK February 2018 - June 2020

Report news stories for publication or broadcast, describing the background and details of events.

Review and evaluate notes taken about event aspects in order to isolate pertinent facts and details.

Determine a story's emphasis, length, and format, and organize material accordingly. Research and analyze background information related to stories in order to be able to provide complete and accurate information.

Discuss issues with editors to establish priorities or positions.

Revise work to meet editorial approval or to fit time or space requirements.

Develop ideas or material for columns or commentaries by analyzing and interpreting news and current issues around sports.

Write MiLB columns, editorials, commentaries and reviews that interpret events and relevant situations.

Baseball Analyst

OVERTIME.NEWS NEW YORK, NEW YORK August 2015 - December 2016

Analyze and interpret news and information received from various sources in order to be able to broadcast the information.

Write commentaries, columns, or scripts.

Examine news items of local, national, and international significance in order to determine topics to address.

Coordinate and serve as an anchor at various sports broadcast programs.

Edit news material to ensure that it fits within available time or space.

Gather information and develop perspectives about news subjects through research, interviews, observation, and experience.

Social Media Manager

OVERTIME.NEWS NEW YORK, NEW YORK August 2015 - December 2016

Participate in the development of online marketing strategy.

Write interesting and effective press releases, prepare information for media kits.

Develop and maintain company internet or intranet web pages.

Create content for the company’s social media profiles.

Investigative Reporter Intern

CITY LIMITS NEW YORK, NEW YORK October 2015 - January 2016

Report news stories for publication describing the background and details of the situation.

Arrange interviews with people who can provide information about a story.

Review copy and correct errors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines.

Research and analyze background information related to stories in order to be able to provide complete and accurate information.

Gather information about events through research, interviews, experience, or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social, or other functions.

Receive assignments or evaluate leads or tips to develop story ideas.

Discuss issues with editors to establish priorities or positions.

Check reference materials, such as books, news files, or public records, to obtain relevant facts.

Production Assistant Intern

BRONXNET TELEVISION BRONX, NEW YORK April 2015 - July 2015

Operate television or motion picture cameras to record scenes for television broadcasts, advertising, or motion pictures.

Compose and frame each shot, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses, film, filters, and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by directors.

Edit video for broadcast productions, including non-linear editing.

Confer with directors, sound and lighting technicians, electricians, and other crew members to discuss assignments and determine filming sequences, desired effects, camera movements, and lighting requirements.

Set up and perform live shots for broadcast.

Assemble studio sets, and select and arrange cameras, film stock, audio, or lighting equipment to be used during filming.

Test, clean, maintain, and repair broadcast equipment, including testing microphones, to ensure proper working condition.

Observe sets or locations for potential problems and to determine filming and lighting requirements.

Use cameras in any of several different camera mounts such as stationary, track-mounted, or

crane-mounted.

Operate zoom lenses, changing images according to specifications and rehearsal instructions.

Sales Associate

LEGENDS HOSPITALITY AT YANKEE STADIUM BRONX, NEW YORK August 2016 - 2019

Interact with a wide range of customers and ascertain what each customer wants or needs.

Describe merchandise and explain use, operation, and care of merchandise to customers. Recommend, select, and help locate or obtain merchandise based on customer needs and desires.

Compute sales prices, total purchases and receive and process cash or credit payment.

Inventory stock and requisition new stock.

Ticket, arrange and display merchandise to promote sales.

Open and close cash registers, performing tasks such as counting money.

Separating charge slips, coupons, and vouchers, balancing cash drawers, and making deposits.

Production Assistant/ Spanish Interpreter

YOUTH AMERICA GRAND PRIX NEW YORK, NEW YORK April 2016 - April 2018

Follow ethical codes that protect the confidentiality of information

Identify and resolve conflicts related to the meanings of words, concepts, practices, or behaviors

Translate messages simultaneously or consecutively into specified languages, orally or by using hand signs, maintaining message content, context, and style as much as possible.

Adapt translations to students' cognitive and grade levels, collaborating with educational team members as necessary.

Compile information on content and context of information to be translated and on intended audience.

Confer with staff at a chosen event site to coordinate details.

Maintain order and ensure adherence to safety rules

Refuse admittance to undesirable persons or persons without tickets or passes.

Verify credentials of patrons desiring entrance into the press box and permit only authorized persons to enter.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Sports Management Major

KINGSBOROUGH COMMUNITY COLLEGE BROOKLYN, NEW YORK

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