Ivanna Alayon

100 Riverwind Way, Oviedo, FL 32765

772-224-0642
Ialayon123@knights.ucf.edu
Career Focus
Experience
Summary

To obtain a position as an Orlando Sentinel reporter in which I can use my writing

and communication skills to cultivate interesting obituaries.

Experienced in writing feature articles, short stories, profiles, essays, editorial

pieces, press releases, and research reports.
Proficient with using social media as well as adapted to taking photos and video.
Competent interviewer and comfortable with communicating with those in less
than ideal circumstances.

Education

B.A., Journalism, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL

A.A., Journalism, Indian River State College, Port Saint Lucie, FL

Professional
Experience

Writers Assistant UCF College of Nursing, Orlando, FL

Work with and assist marketing coordinator to write, revise, and
edit press releases as well as articles on students and faculty.
Research information and ideas on how to improve the colleges
webpage.
Assist with copywriting and advertising layout.

8/2014 - Present

Intern Reporter Orlando Sentinel, Orlando, FL

Accompanied reporters on field assignments.
Operated equipment (microphone, camera).
Observed reporters and editors gathering information and sharing
ideas in a newsroom

6/2015- 8/2015

Computer
Skills

2016
2013

WordPress Microsoft Word (PowerPoint, Excel, Access) Social Media Tools

(Facebook, Twitter)

Writing Samples & References Available

Profile Article Sample
UCF Nurse Award Article
Copyright 1997 by the McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.

Ivanna Alayon
100 Riverwind Way
Apt 2-120 B Oviedo, FL 32765
September 25, 2014

Sylvia Peraza
Orlando Sentinel
633 N. Orange Ave.
Orlando, FL 32801

Dear Ms. Peraza,

I read with interest your posting for an obituary reporter position on your company's
website. I believe I possess the necessary skills and experience you are seeking and
would make a valuable addition to your company.
As my resume indicates, I graduated from the University of Central Florida with a
bachelors degree in journalism. In the course of my degree I obtained more than 2 years
of progressive experience in the journalism field. My professional history includes
positions such as a writers assistant at the UCF College of Nursing as well as an intern
reporter at the Orlando Sentinel.
Most recently, my responsibilities as a writers assistant at the UCF College of Nursing
match the qualifications you are seeking. As a writers assistant, my responsibilities
include writing press releases as well as editing and revising feature articles before
publishing on UCF Today. I have also conducted interviews by phone, email and in
person. My experience with conducting interviews has made me quite comfortable with
speaking to people especially those in less than ideal circumstances such as in the loss of
a loved one.
I have attached my resume for your review as well as a recommendation letter from my
current employer. I look forward to speaking with you soon regarding your available
position.

Sincerely,
____________________
Ivanna Alayon

Ivanna Alayon
100 Riverwind Way
Apt 2-120 B Oviedo, FL 32765
September 25, 2014

Carolyn M. Petagno
UCF College of Nursing
12201 Research Parkway, Suite 300
Orlando, FL 32826

Dear Ms. Petagno,

I am writing to you to ask if you would be willing to provide me a reference letter for a
potential job opportunity as a reporter at the Orlando Sentinel. Since you are my most
recent employer I feel your reference would help me tremendously with obtaining this
position.
As your writing assistant, I was able to gain experience as well as useful skills on how to
create press releases and feature articles. These and other qualifications were achieved
under your leadership and guidance which have led me to pursue a profession in
journalism.
I am hopeful that your recommendation will help me achieve this lifetime goal and I
would very much appreciate the support. If you have any other questions pertaining to
this request please contact me by phone or email.
Thank you so much for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

___________________
Ivanna Alayon
772-224-0642
Ialayon123@knights.ucf.edu

Ivanna Alayon
100 Riverwind Way
Apt 2-120 B Oviedo, FL 32765
September 25, 2014

Sylvia Peraza
Orlando Sentinel
633 N. Orange Ave.
Orlando, FL 32801

Dear Ms. Peraza,

I am pleased to accept your offer as a reporter and writer of obituaries at the Orlando
Sentinel.
As I complete my last two weeks at my current job as a writers assistant at the UCF
College of Nursing I will be able to report to the new positon promptly at 8 am on
Monday. If for any reason you may need me to come in sooner, please contact me by
phone 772-224-0642 or by email at ialayon123@knights.ucf.edu.
I am excited as well as honored to have been given this opportunity to work with your
company. Thank you so much for your offer and I look forward to working with you
soon.

Sincerely,

_________________
Ivanna Alayon

Ivanna Alayon

100 Riverwind Way

Apt 2-120 B Oviedo, FL 32765
September 25, 2014

Sylvia Peraza
Orlando Sentinel
633 N. Orange Ave.
Orlando, FL 32801

Dear Ms. Peraza,

I am more than honored to receive your offer as a reporter for obituaries at the Orlando
Sentinel but after careful consideration, I have decided to decline.
After reviewing my options I have accepted another position as a journalist for the New
York Times. I have chosen this career path because of the opportunity to move to a new
city and experience a new atmosphere in which I will be able to write and report news
stories.
Thank you so much for your time and consideration. I hope that I may have the chance
to work for you in the near future.

Sincerely,

_______________
Ivanna Alayon