Samantha
Bender
Multimedia Journalist
About Me
Creative and driven journalist with a nose for the truth. Adept at digital storytelling and the ability to meet deadlines. Excellent track record of working efficiently under pressure and dynamic story pitching.
My time as news editor of The Recorder especially in these unique virtual times, has allowed me to hone in on my communication and leadership skills. With a long-standing record of initiative and innovation, I am eager to bring new ideas into the newsroom. My experience producing and reporting for "CCSU News" has helped me to nurture my passion for enterprising and stacking stories.
I am a hungry and ambitious individual looking to better myself both professionally and personally. I believe everyone has a unique story to tell and it is my goal that I can help give others a voice through my reporting.
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Work Experience
Vector Marketing
Recruiting Manager
50 Stanford Dr. Farmington, CT
04/2017 to Current
Handle hundreds of Incoming / Outgoing recruiting calls
Manage district manager’s schedule, and provide help to applicants
Interview applicants to determine whether they’re a good fit for the position
News Editor- The Recorder
Central Connecticut State University
08/2020 to Current
Responsible for collaborating and coordinating with other staff writers and contributing a story idea list each week
Curate and edit content in the news and opinion section
Evaluate all stories for authenticity and check with sources to ensure correctness of published articles
Assistant News Editor- The Recorder
Central Connecticut State University
01/2020 to 05/2020
Assist in curating and editing content in the news and opinion section
Responsible for writing articles relevant to the news and opinion section
Responsible for contributing story ideas and collaborating with other staff writers
Disney College Program Vacation Planner
Walt Disney World Resort Orlando, FL
01/2019 to 05/2019
Gained valuable, on-the-job experience working in the parks and resorts.
Unique five month program that allowed me to network with leaders, take part in personal and career development classes, and build
transferrable skills such as problem-solving, teamwork, guest service and effective communication.
Participated in four week seminar in Leadership and Communications.
Education
2013-2017
Bristol Eastern High School
632 King St. Bristol, CT
Honors Student
Top 10% of class
Varsity Softball & Volleyball
Spanish National Honor Society
Secretary of Spanish Club
Staff Writer for School Newspaper
2017 to Current
Central Connecticut State University
1615 Stanley St. New Britain, CT
Honors Program
Deans List Every Semester
President's List Spring 2020
3.77 GPA
Assistant News Editor & News Editor for Campus Newspaper
Treasurer for the Society of Professional Journalists
Producer & Reporter for "CCSU News"