Dominique Rocha
Journalist
Los Angeles, CA (747) 238 -0801 Dominiquerocha26@gmail.com
PROFILE
A creative and multi-skilled journalist with experience covering a variety of different fields. Exceptional storytelling skills and passion for developing articles and investigative reporting. Experience in print reporting, editing and proofreading, and live broadcast reporting.
EXPERIENCE
Freelance Writer
Crescenta Valley Weekly - La Crescenta, CA August 2025 - Current
- Writes stories assigned by the editor
- Works in a time-sensitive environment
- Interview sources to create accurate and informed stories
- Reports on a variety of local news subjects
Editorial Intern
San Diego Magazine - San Diego, CA January 2025 - May 2025
- Pitch stories centered around San Diego and its communities
- SEO work
- Interview sources to create accurate and informed stories
- Write stories assigned by the editor
- Fact-checking work
- Sit in on podcast production, photo shoots and interviews
Freelance Writer
Sdnews - San Diego, CA August 2024 - May 2025
- Writes stories assigned by the editor
- Works in a time-sensitive environment
- Interview sources to create accurate and informed stories
- Reports on a range of topics specifically related to San Diego State University
Staff Writer
The Daily Aztec - San Diego, CA August 2023 - May 2025
- Present stories in a clear, concise manner that resonates with viewers
- Interviewed news subjects to create compelling stories
- Compiled research to create accurate and informed stories
- Reported on specialized fields, topics, and industries
- Worked in the multimedia section to give live-broadcast news reports
Staff Writer & Student Editor
El Vaquero - Glendale, CA August 2021 - 2023
- Conducted comprehensive research on topics related to the organization’s mission and goals
- Adhered to deadlines while producing high-quality work.
- Interviewed news subjects
- Demonstrated strong writing skills
- Covered a variety of different fields and topics
EDUCATION
San Diego State University Graduated May 2025
Bachelor's Degree in Journalism
Glendale Community College Graduated August 2023
Associate’s Degree in Journalism
SKILLS
- Excellent writing skills
- Research and analysis
- Investigative reporting skills
- Event Coverage
- News writing
- Time management and organizational skills
- Videography
- Social media