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Sandy Battulga
Unit 18
Denver, Colorado United States
Phone: 7203464846
Email: sub2002@nyu.edu
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Unit 18
Denver, Colorado United States
Phone: 7203464846
Email: sub2002@nyu.edu
Send Private Message
Reporter/Podcast Producer
Resumes ID: 11901
Resumes Views: 1
Location: Denver, Colorado, United States
Zip Code: 80206
Posted: 06.09.2026
Updated:
Job Type:
Job Category: Newspapers, Online | New Media, Magazines, Fellowships | Scholarship | Prizes, Corporate Publications/Newsletters, Radio,
LinkedIn Resume: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandybattulga/
Objective
Versatile journalist and podcast producer with experience reporting stories across audio, digital, radio, and television platforms. Proven ability to cover a wide range of beats, including politics, breaking news, arts and culture, justice, and health, while translating complex issues into engaging, audience-focused storytelling. Seeking an early-career full-time role in journalism or podcast production where I can contribute strong reporting, production, and multimedia skills in a fast-paced newsroom.
Education:
09.01.2021 - 12.18.2024
New York University
Comparative Literature and Social & Cultural Analysis
Bachelor’s Degree
Comparative Literature and Social & Cultural Analysis
Bachelor’s Degree
Work Experience:
09.08.2025 - 08.31.2026
News Fellow
Colorado Public Radio |
Colorado Public Radio |
- Reported, wrote, and produced 60+ digital stories spanning breaking news, culture, politics, and community affairs, with multiple articles ranking among CPR's most-read stories during their week of publication.
- Select articles: “Atomic Cowboy to pay over $800K in settlement with employees” (#1 story of the week on Denverite with 10,000+ daily views), “Go behind the scenes with the Colorado lion dancers celebrating Lunar New Year” (enterprise story with photojournalism)
- Selected for a highly competitive year-long newsroom fellowship, rotating through four editorial teams: statewide daily news, daily podcast Colorado Today, long-form talk show Colorado Matters, and hyperlocal news site Denverite.
- Produced 80+ audio segments across daily podcast and long-form radio programs, shepherding stories from pitch to publication through guest booking, interviewing, scriptwriting, tape selection, and post-production. Purposefully brought more diverse voices to CPR’s coverage, using lived experience to shed light on underrepresented communities.
- Select audio segment: “‘Once I started being authentic to myself, everything I dreamed of in high school came to me’: Meet Mia Asano, the heavy metal violinist” (received multiple listener comments on the positive impact of this interview and digital story)
- Delivered broadcast-ready newscast spots on tight deadlines, translating complex developments into concise, accurate reporting for statewide audiences. Developed and produced sound-rich narrative features using Adobe Audition, strengthening expertise in writing for the ear, audio editing, and long-form storytelling. Covered topics ranging from arts and culture to politics and civil rights.
05.24.2024 - 08.24.2026
News Fellow - Emma Bowen Foundation
WCVB Channel 5 - Hearst Television |
WCVB Channel 5 - Hearst Television |
- Crafted and delivered short-form content for market-leading television broadcasts reaching a daily audience of 50,000+ households in a top 10 news market. Meticulously integrated researched content with engaging scripts and visually stimulating pre-production graphics for short-form news stories in a top 10 news market, covering diverse subjects (e.g., local/national politics, local crime, health advisories, community highlights, and consumer insights).
- Wrote trending digital articles on a variety of topics for WCVB’s website following Associated Press guidelines, utilizing WordPress analytics and SEO best practices to maximize audience engagement.
- Closely monitored current events and all tips sent to the newsroom through email, phone calls, and social media platforms at the assignment desk. Chased down stories to distribute them to the newsroom cross-functionally in a high-stakes, fast-paced environment with quick turnaround times.
09.01.2023 - 12.31.2024
Audio Reporter
WNYU's The Rundown |
WNYU's The Rundown |
- Researched, pitched, and produced audio stories, including live radio coverage, exploring local politics and contemporary culture in New York and Buenos Aires, delivering engaging and informative content on current events.
- Select audio publications: “Swifties and the Argentine Election” (the influence of Taylor Swift’s fans on politics) and “Bathroom Bills” (public restroom accessibility in New York City)
- Conducted and transcribed bilingual interviews in English and Spanish, showcasing proficiency in both languages in spoken and written forms. Attended local events to find sources, carry out research, and gather high-quality audio for stories.
- Recorded and creatively edited audio under tight deadlines using Adobe Audition, emphasizing captivating personal narratives and the immersive experience of audio stories while maintaining journalistic accuracy and clarity.
Total Years Experience:
3 yearsSkills:
Breaking news reporting, audio editing (Audition), social video editing (Premiere Pro), photojournalism, FOIA requests, Burli, AP ENPS, WordPress CMS, newsletter writing (Pardot)
Desired Salary:
$62,000.00-
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