Hello! My name is Trevor and I’m a professional journalist. I’m an outgoing, outspoken people person who brings a personable attitude and an unending curiosity to the newsroom. I have ample experience doing day-turns in the fast-paced news environment of Washington D.C., and the quality of my work is improving bit-by-bit every day. My persistence is ever-present, and my previous employers will vouch for my enthusiasm and dedication to the profession.
Monthly Archives: December 2017
My Resume
Trevor A. Fay
949-433-5397 |
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journalist.trevor@gmail.com |
Summary
I have my bachelor’s degree in journalism from The Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at ASU. My love of journalism coupled with my unending curiosity reflect strong traits of drive and passion in my personality. I work exceedingly hard to ensure that my goals eventually become realities, such as reporting in Washington D.C. and working for a major newspaper, both of which I accomplished in college. I’ve worked hard to increase my social media presence and have grown my professional profiles across multiple platforms.
Professional Experience
Cronkite News/Arizona PBS (KAET) Washington, D.C. August 2017 – December 2017
Reporter
- Day turns almost every day
- Senate and House committee hearings
- Protests
- Press conferences
- Rallies
- Live shots and breaking news
- Interviews with Senators and Representatives
- 10 to 12 hour work days
The Arizona Republic, Phoenix, AZ January 2017 – May 2017
Breaking News Desk
- Kept ear on police scanners and eye on fire department dispatch boards
- Took pictures and recorded videos on scene
- Interviewed witnesses and officials
- Did digital write ups on breaking news events
- Learned to think on feet and act quickly/efficiently under pressure
KTCU, Fort Worth, TX September 2013 – May 2014
DJ
- Ran the boards
- First-hand experience in on air delivery
- Sat in on talk shows
- Read news/weather reports
- Took calls from listeners
- Played requested music
Leadership Activates
Student-Run Television Network September 2012 – May 2013
22062 Antonio Pkwy, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Reporter
- I volunteered to be the sports reporter for my high school’s student-run television network. During that time, I:
- Went to sporting events around the county to film games
- Interviewed the players
- Give exposure to different athletic clubs/teams
San Judas Chicas July, 2016
Cusco, Peru
Student worker
- I went down to Peru for a month as part of a study abroad program at ASU. I worked at an orphanage for little girls in the mountains of Cusco. While I was there I gave the girls English lessons, helped them with their homework, and helped prepare their meals. I also toured local news stations to get an idea of how the reporting industry works in foreign countries.
Awards and Honors
- Two-time Dean’s List recipient at ASU’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Comm
- Member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars
- SMCHS Academic Award for excellence in journalism
- SMCHS Leadership Award for television reporting
Volunteer Positions
LOAVES AND FISHES, Santa Ana, CA November 2009 – November 2012
Volunteer
Distributed cooked meals for the underprivileged. Set up and worked game booths, packed groceries for distribution to homeless. Worked Christmas events setting up and handing out gifts to children. 100+ hours.
PEDIATRIC BRAIN TUMOR FOUNDATION, Laguna Hills, CA May 2009 – May 2013
Volunteer/Fundraiser
Worked every May at silent auction fundraiser for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. Responsibilities included set up, clean up and serving the guests food and drinks. The event takes in thousands of dollars
each year. 40+ hours.
Education
Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona August 2014 – December 2017
B.A. in Multimedia Journalism
Minor in Political Science
Graduation Date: Fall 2017
Texas Christian University, Forth Worth, Texas August 2013 – May 2014
B.A. in Multimedia Journalism
Minor in Political Science
Graduation Date:
(Transferred to ASU as sophomore)
