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Monica Dattage - Journalist & Multi-media Specialist
I am a Senior at California State University, Sacramento. I am finishing my Bachelor's of Arts Degree in Journalism with a minor in Communication Studies. My goal is to become a working broadcast journalist, but share my work on multiple platforms like the internet and social media. If you like my work, or want to know more about me, fill out the form below.
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I'm Monica Dattage. Journalist & Multi-media Specialist.
You have made it this far, so that is a great start! On this site you will find information about me, as well as some of the work that I have produced.
The work I will be sharing on this site is a combination of things that I have put together in my free time for fun, and other projects that have come to fuition through my school work, and work work.
Hope you enjoy!
Welcome to My Portfolio
Resume
Work Experience
Special Projects Coordinator- New Student Orientation
California State University, Sacramento
September 2014 – Present
Assist with the coordination of the New Student Planner, including cover design, calendar events, and advertising layouts. Design Orientation Leader recruitment materials in various formats such as videos and printed materials. Develop and edit Orientation videos, slide shows, and other prromotional materials. Function as a office staff member, providing customer service to students and other individuals via phone, email or in person contact. Process Orientation reservations and confirmations and update advising materials as needed.
Vice President
Society of Professional Journalists - CSUS Student Chapter
May 2015- Present
Staff Writer & Photographer
The Telescope Newspaper- Palomar College
January 2014 – May 2014
Wrote and photographed for the news section of a 30,000 bi-monthly circulation student paper. Contributed 2 stories on average per issue. Attended JACC Conference training in April 2014.
Front Desk Assistant- Counseling Department
Palomar College
October 2012 – May 2014
I assisted with scheduling appointments for students on the SARS grid. I refered students and provided information regarding Counseling Services and other campus resources available. I provided support for general, career, and transfer counseling. I worked in a high volume department, and worked as a liaison between counselors and students. I provided assistance in the Transfer and Career Center. I have extensive knowledge of the counseling classes, College Success Skills and Career Search.
Front of House/ Cook
Smashburger- Oceanside, CA
January 2014 - August 2014
Birthday Attendant/Concessions Cashier
The Wave Waterpark
May 2011 – May 2013
About Me
I am a native San Diegan, currently attending California State University, Sacramento, completing my bachelor’s degree in journalism. During the course of my studies I have been involved as both a photographer and reporter for The Telescope Newspaper at Palomar College, as well as with The State Hornet this Fall. I am currently the Vice President of the CSU, Sacramento student chapter, and hope to persue a career in broadcast journalism in the near future.