Mardi Borg

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Email: borgmardi@gmail.com                                             Profile                                                      LinkedIn                                                    State of residence: NSW  

 

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CV

 

OBJECTIVE:

I am a journalist who is currently employed by Australian Community Media. During my employment, I have worked for three mastheads, including the Port Macquarie News, Macleay Argus and Camden Haven Courier. 

 

I completed a Diploma of Communication in 2019 and a Bachelor of Communication and Media (Journalism) degree at the University of Canberra in 2021. During that time, I

interned at ABC Canberra and partnered with The Canberra Times to produce various stories across multiple platforms.

 

SKILLS:

I can work for a deadline-driven company and produce quality work in a timely manner.

I demonstrate initiative and determination to complete any task in an efficient manner.

I understand the value of work discipline, punctuality, and efficiency in the newsroom.

I can adapt in varying circumstances to fit my company’s needs.

I can work independently and in a team environment to contribute story ideas that highlight a problem, situation, or event relating to one of the news values in journalism.

 

EXPERIENCE :

Port Macquarie News | Port Macquarie, NSW

28/02/2022 - present

 

I have been a journalist at the Port Macquarie News for the past two years. 

 

During this time, I have been writing an array of distinctive and original stories that have pushed the boundaries of regional journalism. I have taken on various roles to suit my company’s needs, including writing stories, producing videos, taking compelling photos, managing social media pages, websites and print. 

 

Most notably, I have been covering court, sport, breaking news and general news in an effort to keep the community informed. 

 

Canberra Times | Canberra, ACT

18/08/2021 - 23/11/2021

 

I partnered with The Canberra Times in 2021 to produce a feature length story.

 

This experience introduced me to the rhythm of deadline-driven journalism and allowed me to use my foundation of multi-platform reporting and editorial skills to find and report on a story for a publishing company.

 

During this time, I successfully pitched a relevant story for the publication, secured appropriate talents that were able to effectively discuss contents within the story, and produced a feature length article for the paper that was published online and in print. 

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ABC Canberra | Canberra, ACT  

02/3/2021 - 12/03/2021 

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I interned at ABC Canberra for two weeks during my studies at the University of Canberra. During my time there I assisted in the production of radio, television, and court reporting. 

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This experience developed my researching, writing, and reporting skills and provided me with valuable insights into the production and role of the television and radio newsroom. 

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Most notably, I was able to research community stories, book talent and produce segments for Afternoons Radio while also assisting with on field rand court reporting. ​
 

EDUCATION:

University of Canberra – Canberra, ACT, 2021, Bachelor of Communication and Media (Journalism) 

University of Canberra  -  Canberra,  ACT,   2019,  Diploma of Communication Certificate  

MacKillop College -  Port Macquarie,  NSW,  2018,  Higher School Certificate 

 

REFERENCES:​

Available upon request.

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