Celia Mendoza
Multimedia International Correspondent @Voice Of America
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WORK HISTORY
Multimedia International Correspondent @Voice Of America
New York, NY, US
I pitch story ideas daily to producer/and executive producer. I’m able to enterprise assignments in the field. I monitor and keep track of news related events using all the tools available to me. I prepare stories and research information to establish questions for interviews and utilize data as necessary. As a one-man-band reporter is my duty to arrange on-camera interviews, stand-ups, and b-roll footage; this includes scheduling, framing, and blocking.I serve as videographer by gathering story elements on shoots. I ingest selected field tape footage from tape deck to computer. Prepare reporter\'s script in accordance with executive producer approval and deadline. Edit material in accordance with script using Final Cut Pro. I cover events at the UN, Capitol and a great range of other topics.
EDUCATION
Central University of
Bachelor of Arts
UNIVERSIDAD CENTRAL DE COLOMBIA
BACHELORS IN JOURNALISM AND COMMUNICATIONS
Colegio Minuto de Dios
High school diploma
ABOUT CELIA MENDOZA
More than 15 years experience gained in commercial and government television news combined with a college degree. Popular with both viewers and affiliate stations; well-traveled with a genuine interest in a variety of subjects. Able to quickly gain the trust of sources and enterprise exclusive story ideas. Strong ability to stay calm and \"think on feet\" during equipment malfunctions. Compelling storyteller. Professional demeanor in the newsroom and in the field. Highly knowledgeable about US and Latin American news, geography and politics. Recently covered the Memorial services of Nelson Mandela in South Africa, the 2013 pope\'s election in Vatican City, presidential election in Venezuela, the terrorist attacks in Boston and president Obama visits to the Jersey shore. 2008 Democratic national covention and presidential election.
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