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TV News Writer

January - April 2023 • San Diego, CA

What I liked

The writers on the team were very friendly over email since the whole thing was remote. I liked that it was remote and that I could choose what stories to write depending on what wasn't already written.

What I wish was different

I wish it would have been paid. The workload was not too heavy as it was usually one article per day for five days a week, but it can be time consuming to find reliable sources and write the stories in a non-plagiarized way that sticks to the facts while finding your creative voice. Also since it was unpaid and the work could pile up, it was hard to find motivation amongst other things you may have going on,

Advice

To manage your time well, but also know your worth. You can definitely grow in different ways in this role despite not having much room to advance your position, but since it is unpaid you have to find your own motivating factors.
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Movie Reviewer

April - July 2021 • Los Angeles, CA

What I liked

Supervisor was always willing to help me if I had any issues and encouraged me to do better.

What I wish was different

My dedication.

Advice

Interesting to know how easy it was to find one.
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Music News Writer

August 2019 - January 2020 • Los Angeles, CA

What I liked

This job was very enjoyable. I especially enjoyed the team oriented atmosphere and the ability to work remotely.

What I wish was different

I wish that I could have had more time to write some articles. The fast pace schedule of writing for this company truly kept me on my toes.

Advice

I would definitely get used to writing about the facts. The editors truly love when the writing matches up with the event in a creative truth based way.
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Metal Music Album reviewer

May 2019 • Los Angeles, CA

What I liked

Music is my world and being able to write it about is great because I get the opportunity to inform readers what this band and their musical style is about.

What I wish was different

None I can think of.

Advice

When running on a deadline it is best to submit your work one day prior to the deadline because it shows them bow dedicated you are to them and how serious you are with your work.
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Mxdwn.com Journalist Intern

July 2019 • Pacific Palisades, CA

What I liked

I enjoy that I have the freedom to study and write about various games. It is great experience that I think I can bring with me when I get employed full time as a Journalist

What I wish was different

Nothing. I enjoy my run working with this company and think it is a great way to start Journalism

Advice

Expect to make mistakes and don’t be disheartened by those mistakes. They are learning experiences.
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Social Media Manager

June 2017 • Tallahassee, FL

What I liked

It was remote and flexible with my schedule! Everyone is so friendly and easy to work with.

What I wish was different

Advice

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