Reegan Davis Saunders

Experience

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  Black Squirrel Radio

  Sept 2019 - Dec 2021

  Writer and Radio DJ

  I wrote reviews on local music and hosted a weekly radio show for which I curated an hour-long setlist.

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  Maggot Brain Magazine

  Mar 2020 - Aug 2021

  Contributing Copy Editor

  As a contributing copy editor, I edited interviews and proofread the final draft of the magazine.

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  Heart Eyes Magazine

  Jun 2020 - Apr 2022

  Freelance Writer

  I interviewed musicians and wrote reviews on new music releases.

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  Kent State University

  Mar 2021 - May 2023

  Social Media Assistant

  I created and managed content for three university social media entities on Instagram and Twitter.

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  KentWired

  Aug 2021 - May 2022

  As an assignment editor, I was responsible for coordinating articles with 13 student reporters. I assigned stories, helped reporters develop pitches and edited incoming stories.

  • General Assignment Editor

    Jan 2022 - May 2022

  • Diversity Beat Reporter

    Aug 2021 - Dec 2021
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  San Francisco Chronicle

  Jun 2022 - Aug 2022

  Dow Jones News Fund Multiplatform Editing Intern

  As a copy editing intern, I edited 5-10 stories daily for print and online publication. I wrote headlines and adjusted the online copy for print parameters. I copyedited various verticals including breaking news, wildfire updates, politics, obituaries, music reviews and movie premieres. I participated in regular professional development training focused on problem solving, SEO and DEIB in the workplace.

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  KentWired

  Jan 2023 - May 2023

  Opinion Editor

  I managed a staff of opinion writers— delegating story assignments, aiding with reporting and editing prior to publication.Additionally, I worked to diversify the writing featured on the webpage by soliciting guest columns from on-campus organizations.

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  Signal Akron

  Nov 2023 - now

  Community & Service Reporter

  I create informative explainers on essential topics like voter registration and housing resources. Additionally, I produce engaging multimedia content, including tables, charts, maps and timelines, to enhance our storytelling.I also manage our social media accounts and create vertical video content to keep our community informed and engaged.