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Camryn
Cutinello
About Me
Camryn is a journalist, editor, social media manager and sometimes photographer. She has her Bachelor's of Arts from Columbia College Chicago and her Master's in Public Affairs Reporting from the University of Illinois Springfield.
She has experience covering state politics, education, environment, courts and the healthcare industry. She has published bylines and on-air credits in NPR, WCBU, WBEZ, Block Club Chicago, The Columbia Chronicle, She Buys Travel, Health News Illinois and Wisconsin Health News.
In her free time, Camryn enjoys knitting, crochet and exercising.
Freelance
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The Columbia Chronicle
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The Columbia Chronicle
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Health News Illinois
Wisconsin Health News
Peoria Public Radio
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Reporter and Digital Content Director - WCBU, Peoria Public Radio
June 2023 - Present
- Leads digital strategy for WCBU.
- Manages WCBU’s website and social media accounts.
- Writes and produces four weekly newsletters using Emma.
- Creates data visualizations and analyzes data using Excel, Flourish and Infogram.
- Edits and fact-checks articles from reporters.
- Reports daily stories and long-form features for websites and podcasts. Covers topics including government, courts, environment, education, criminal justice and healthcare.
- Occasionally assisstes with fundraising and digital marketing campaigns
Statehouse Reporting Intern - Chicago Public Media
Jan. 2023 - May 2023
- Produced daily reported stories for WBEZ and Illinois Public Radio broadcasts and websites.
- Covered legislation surrounding education, environment, DCFS and criminal justice.
- Conducted interviews with Illinois politicians about legislation and top issues.
Tutor - Sylvan Learning
Sept. 2022 - April 2023
- Produced daily reported stories for WBEZ and Illinois Public Radio broadcasts and websites.
- Covered legislation surrounding education, environment, DCFS and criminal justice.
- Conducted interviews with Illinois politicians about legislation and top issues.
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Editorial Assistant - Health News Illinois/Wisconsin Health News
Sept. 2022 - Jan. 2023
- Assisted with production of two daily newsletters using Constant Contact.
- Managed social media accounts on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and LinkedIn.
- Managed websites using Wordpress.
- Assisted with in-person and virtual panel events, including live tweeting during events and creating wrap-up web posts.
- Created promotional graphics for events and social media using Canva.
- Reported daily and long-form features on the Illinois and Wisconsin healthcare industries.
Freelance Reporter and Editor - SheBuysTravel
May 2022 - Nov. 2022
- Wrote articles on travel destinations, hotels, and events utilizing SEO best practices.
- Edited and fact checked content from reporters to adhere to SEO best practices.
- Assisted in managing websites using Wordpress.
Unit Head - Apachi Chicago Day Camp
May 2022 - Aug. 2022
- Led a unit of campers going into the second grade with approximately 40 kids.
- Managed 8 counselors.
- Acted as bridge between parents and counselors. Spoke regularly with parents about accommodations, behavior and camper success.
- Oversaw pool days once a week. Communicated with swim staff to manage campers swim lessons.
- Assisted with food preparation and event planning.
- Kept records of camper incidents up to date.
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Co- Editor-in-Chief - The Columbia Chronicle
Jan. 2021 - May 2022
- Oversaw a 33 person staff.
- Managed social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram and X.
- Managed website using SNO.
- Produced a daily newsletter using Mailchimp.
- Reported breaking news and long-form features for the website and print editions.
- Wrote about union negotiations, local events, entertainment and COVID-19.
- Edited web stories from reporters and oversaw digital and print production.
Gym Manager - Anytime Fitness Bartlett
Aug. 2019 - June 2021
- Managed daily functions at gym including assisting guests with equipment, selling goods and ensuring gym was clean.
- Sold more than 200 memberships during tenure.
- Assisted with managing social media accounts on Facebook and Instagram.
- Assisted with membership drive campaigns.
Editor-in-Chief - The Elgin Observer
May 2022 - Aug. 2022
- Led a 12 person staff.
- Managed Facebook, Instagram and X accounts.
- Managed website using SNO.
- Reported breaking news and long-form features for the website and print editions.
- Wrote about union negotiations, local events, entertainment and COVID-19.
- Edited web stories from reporters and oversaw digital and print production, including occasionally designing print editions using InDesign.
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