Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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WRITING SAMPLES
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AMANDA MUSA

Atlanta

Summary

Whether its a 21-something beginning their Botox journey, or an undocumented mother of four facing deportation, I have a demonstrated background in writing and developing stories across CNN beats including Heath, Travel, Politics and more. As a multifaceted journalist, I have a firm grasp of CNN’s editorial voice and approach each story the boldness and sensitivity audience's expect.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

New Desk Reporter

CNN
04.2024 - Current
  • Write breaking news, features, explainers and continuing coverage for the National Hub; write and edit for Live News Team during coverage of major stories.
  • Apply strong news judgment to clear, declarative and accessible writing in a fast-paced environment.
  • Conceptualize coverage, identify strong headlines and sharpen photo captions using elevated language that adds sweep to straight news coverage.
  • Communicate effectively across email, Slack and individual departments.
  • Gather original reporting that features unique sources; build source relationships over time on ongoing stories.
  • Conduct strategic interviews and ask thoughtful question with story structure in mind; think about where the story is going — and help CNN’s coverage get there.

Writer/producer

CNN Health
02.2023 - 03.2024
  • Wrote enterprise features, explainers and breaking news for CNN Health; Contextualized complex medical studies and data clearly with audience comprehension in mind.
  • Managed and produced live segments for CNN health correspondent Elizabeth Cohen and CNN Health reporter Jacqueline Howard; collaborated with national lives desk.
  • Coordinated and supported enterprise packages on nuanced topics such as women's healthcare and senior care; collaborated with photojournalist in the filed and managed project expectations.
  • Conducted interviews with experts and story subjects in the field, over the phone or via Zoom; submitted and supervised EPIC recordings and satellite desk requests.

News Editor

National Desk
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Wrote and chased breaking news; cleared visual elements during major news coverage.


Associate Producer

Documentary Unit
08.2021 - 12.2022
  • Assisted production of Weed 6 special project featuring CNN's chief medical correspondent Sanjay Gupta; supported footage and element organization

Overnight Producer

ABC7 WWSB
09.2019 - 05.2021
  • Stacked and executed 5 a.m. and 6 a.m. newscasts; wrote and copy edited scripts, packages and online content.

Associate Producer

NBC 6 WTVJ
09.2018 - 05.2019
  • Wrote scripts, gathered elements, and edited video for NBC 6 dayside shows and 11 p.m. broadcoasts.

Writer, Today in Florida

WSVN CHANNEL 7 NEWS
11.2017 - 09.2018
  • Wrote and copy edited scripts and packages for WSVN broadcasts at 5 a.m. and 6 a.m.

Education

BA - English, Minor in Film & Media

University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida
05-2017

Skills

  • Writing, editing, and story development
  • Hyper aware of interests and trends; diverse collection of sources
  • Abreast of collective conversations dominating the cultural zeitgeist
  • Proficient across social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, Substack and X
  • Manage projects using strong communication skills
  • Proficient use of Stellar CMS; basic understanding of SEO

WRITING SAMPLES

  • 20-somethings and Botox
  • When adults run away from home
  • The ‘cost’ of senior care
  • Used cigarette closes cold case
  • Nebraska's "Cornhusker Clink"
  • Deported back to Colombia
  • CTE: A living hell
  • Maternity units are closing


Timeline

New Desk Reporter

CNN
04.2024 - Current

Writer/producer

CNN Health
02.2023 - 03.2024

News Editor

National Desk
01.2022 - 01.2023

Associate Producer

Documentary Unit
08.2021 - 12.2022

Overnight Producer

ABC7 WWSB
09.2019 - 05.2021

Associate Producer

NBC 6 WTVJ
09.2018 - 05.2019

Writer, Today in Florida

WSVN CHANNEL 7 NEWS
11.2017 - 09.2018

BA - English, Minor in Film & Media

University of Florida
AMANDA MUSA