Jacob Gendron
Broadcast Journalist and Multimedia Reporter
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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
- Supervised and cared for children; aged 2-10
- Gained the responsibility and patience skills required to care for children
Education
Graduate - Journalism-Broadcast Program - Fanshawe College (2022 - 2024)
High School Diploma - North Park Collegiate-Vocational School (2017 - 2021)
