Jacob Gendron

Broadcast Journalist and Multimedia Reporter

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OntarioMember since July 17, 2026

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About

A highly motivated individual and graduate of the Journalism-Broadcast program at Fanshawe College. Has gained experience in the broadcast journalism field as a reporter for Energeticcity.ca/Moose Media and a reporter/newscaster for 106.9 The X; accomplishing skills relating to communication, writing, and teamwork. Seeking a career in the broadcasting/journalism field with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a willingness to work with others, and an enthusiasm to learn.

Experience

General Assignment Reporter - Energeticcity.ca/Moose Media - Fort St. John, BC (Remote)

(2025-07 - 2026-03)

Wrote news articles concerning the Fort St. John, B.C. area, in Canadian Press style
Published articles on Energeticcity.ca, using WordPress
Conducted interviews with local leaders/people of note

List Article Writer - Dualshockers - Remote

(2025-04 - 2025-05)

Wrote articles in list form about topics related to gaming
Worked independently, with occasional communication with higher-ups
Submitted work under strict deadlines

Script Reader - ContactPoint 360 - Remote

(2024-11 - 2024-12)

Performed vocal responses in a wide range of emotions to various prompts
Assisted in AI training for Outlier
Critiqued other users' prompt responses

Multimedia Journalist - 106.9 The X - London, ON

(2022-09 - 2024-04)

Wrote and produced stories for 106.9 The X as a reporter
Gained experience as an on-air live newscaster
Wrote online news articles for 1069thex.com, using SoCast

Volunteer - Harmony Square - Brantford, ON

(2017 - 2019)

Helped set up events at Harmony Square during the Christmas and Halloween seasons
Communicated with patrons who attended the events; as well as colleagues

Babysitter - Private Homes - Brantford, ON