Philicia Tonangoye

Cross-media journalism student with hands-on experience in newsroom writing, radio production, editorial reporting, and digital storytelling across print, audio, and online platforms. Experienced in researching, interviewing, and producing audience-focused stories under deadline pressure. Strong understanding of multimedia journalism workflows, AP-style writing, and community-centered reporting.

Adaptable, fast-learning, and passionate about accurate, engaging storytelling in modern news environments.

Writing Intern at East County Magazine (2026-03 – Present)

• Research and write stories focused on local news, community issues, and public interest topics
• Monitor developing stories and gather information from multiple news and digital sources
• Collaborate with editors to support accurate and timely publication workflows
• Contribute to audience-focused reporting and digital storytelling initiatives

Staff Writer at The Summit, Grossmont College (2026-01 – Present)

• Write and edit articles covering campus events, student life, and community news
• Conduct interviews and fact-based research to produce clear and engaging stories
• Adapt editorial content for digital audiences while maintaining journalistic standards
• Collaborate with editors and contributors to meet publication deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom environment

Radio Staff Contributor at Griffin Radio

• Participate in live radio programming and multimedia content production
• Assist with segment planning, audience engagement, and production coordination
• Support communication and storytelling across audio and digital platforms
• Work collaboratively in deadline-driven production environments

Cross-Media Journalism in Cross-Media Journalism – Grossmont College (2026-05)