ABISOLA DOLAPO DAHUNSI
The News-Gazette
Champaign
1
Language
6
years of professional experience
Dedicated reporter passionate about uncovering shared commonalities between people, places, and cultures. Committed to amplifying untold stories and delivering journalism that informs and resonates.
Work History
General Assignment Reporter
1 Month- Conducting interviews and gathering information to produce timely news articles.
- Collaborating with editors to ensure content accuracy and adherence to editorial standards.
- Utilizing multimedia tools to create engaging visual content for online platforms.
- Researching and analyzing local issues, providing in-depth coverage.
STATEHOUSE INTERN
4 Months- Reported and produced stories for broadcast and digital platforms.
- Pitched story ideas relevant to local and statewide audiences.
- Wrote and edited scripts under deadline with editor feedback.
- Interviewed state legislators and staff to gather quotes and context for broadcast segments.
- Researched public records and committee minutes to verify facts for legislative reports.
NEWS INTERN
4 Months- Wrote news content for web, digital, and social platforms.
- Built research, communication, and collaboration skills in a newsroom setting.
- Pitched story ideas in daily newsroom meetings.
- Recorded on-site audio and edited clips using Adobe Audition.
REPORTER INTERN
4 Months- Proposed, reported, and wrote news stories on deadline for online publication.
- Pitched and produced original stories in traditional print, audio, and video forms of storytelling.
- Prepared headline options and SEO ledes to increase web article visibility.
LOCAL REPORTER INTERN
3 Months- Conducted research on industry trends, competitors, and media outlets.
- Covered local news and community events.
- Developed leads, verified facts, and adhered to journalistic standards.
- Worked closely with editorial team to repurpose articles for digital platform.
Education
Master of Arts - Public Affairs Reporting
Bachelor of Science - Journalism And Emerging Media
Skills
Audio recording
Basic editing
Working on deadline
Story pitching
Interviewing
Public records research
Fact-checking
Social media strategy
LANGUAGES
English (Native), Yoruba (Native), French (Proficient)
Timeline
General Assignment Reporter
The News-Gazette
07.2026 - CurrentRead More
STATEHOUSE INTERN
Illinois Public Media
01.2026 - 05.2026Read More
NEWS INTERN
Georgia Public Broadcasting
04.2025 - 08.2025Read More
REPORTER INTERN
Fresh Take Georgia
01.2024 - 05.2024Read More
LOCAL REPORTER INTERN
Marietta Daily Journal
01.2021 - 04.2021Read More
University of Illinois Springfield
Master of Arts from Public Affairs Reporting
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Kennesaw State University
Bachelor of Science from Journalism And Emerging Media
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