Jacqueline Ho

1301 N Courthouse Rd, Arlington, VA 22124 T: (703) 725-9257 E: jacquelineho88@gmail.com

Education

American University, School of Communication

M.A. Broadcast Journalism and Public Affairs Merit Scholarship 2012-2013 Reporter at campus newspaper, The Eagle

Class of 2013

University of Western Ontario

B.A. Honors Specialization in English Language and Literature Editor of campus newspaper, The Gazette

Class of 2011

Experience

HealthCentral Web Producer

July 2013-Present

Produced multimedia health and fitness content, including articles, videos, immersive stories, slideshows, mobile graphics Managed a team of newly-hired and senior bloggers, freelance writers and health experts for multiple site sections Regularly programmed homepage and site sections and created newsletters using multiple content management systems Leveraged resources, including social media experts and analytics team, in order to continually refine content production strategies and help increase traffic

District Wire News Reporter

Jan 2013-June 2013

Gained experience putting on a weekly hour-long newscast in D.C. as a reporter, producer, media manager, anchor, assignment editor Strengthened broadcast enterprising, shooting, writing and editing skills by producing multiple daily packages as a one-man band Played large role in pre- and post-production of newscasts, including editing entire newscast and rewriting stories for web

Investigative Reporting Workshop Web Producer

Nov 2012-May 2013

Assisted reporters and producers with investigative projects for website and FRONTLINE Conducted and compiled research for stories on government and corporate accountability, from the environment and health to national security and the economy Handled web production for text, images and graphics

Northern Virginia Magazine Social Media Manager

Aug 2011-May 2012

Created and managed unprecedented social media marketing strategy to increase traffic and sales Wrote and edited copy for Northern Virginia Magazine and for daily deals site, Specialicious.com Developed and managed team of copywriters and edited copy for publication Established partnerships with local news sites and blogs to augment social network presence Produced online articles and multimedia content

Patch.com Digital Reporter

Sep 2010-Sep 2011

Researched timely news, noteworthy events and business openings, pitched original stories daily Conducted interviews, photographed events, covered local News and Business Marketed Fairfax City Patch news site through social media outlets

National Geographic Assistant Editor

Jan 2010-June 2010

Edited and fact-checked assigned copies from first page proof to publication Conducted weekly research staff meetings to allocate assignments and maintain efficient workflow Acted as a liaison between the National Geographic Society and various photographers; collected photos to be edited and uploaded for magazine Wrote articles for NGS Travelers website and blog

NewsWaves 26 Reporter

Sep 2007-June 2009

Wrote and helped produce NewsWaves 26, a daily two-hour program in Los Angeles, Calif. Served as a station representative within the community at fundraisers and other events Wrote and edited multiple packages daily and reported live from events and breaking news Handled some weekend newscasts, from planning and assigning coverage, to producing, reporting and anchoring show

Skills

Proficiency in producing content for print, broadcast, mobile and web, including writing and editing, handling digital images, using HTML, creating infographics and producing audio and video packages using Final Cut Pro and Garage Band Excellent organization and work efficiency, maintained while managing multiple projects and working closely with both internal employees and external sources and contributors Ability to use innovation and creativity to enterprise, shoot, write and/or edit leading stories Understanding of news value, terrific news judgment cultivated by thorough knowledge of current events and trending topics, eagerness to pitch and turn around numerous stories daily Proven success when it comes to engaging with audience and promoting trending content across various social media platforms Experience using analytics and site traffic data to help inform future direction of content production

Awards Community

Outstanding Broadcast Communication Award, Visions 2013: Media That Matters Member of and race volunteer for DC Capital Striders and Virginia Happy Trails Running Club Member of competitor for Team FeXYan amateur endurance sports team Assistant coach for local running store distance training programs Volunteer for Back on My Feetan organization that uses running to help reduce homelessness