I am a journalism and broadcasting student with hands-on experience in videography, news reporting, and event coverage. I have completed internships and volunteered in media settings at Seneca Polytechnic and beyond, producing stories, filming on-location, and editing packages for social media and broadcast. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy turning ideas into engaging visuals and clear narratives. My goal is to tell compelling stories through video and words, leveraging a strong foundation in journalism, sound editing, and post-production. I am eager to contribute to dynamic teams in media and entertainment and continue developing technical and creative skills.

Allan Gonzales

I am a journalism and broadcasting student with hands-on experience in videography, news reporting, and event coverage. I have completed internships and volunteered in media settings at Seneca Polytechnic and beyond, producing stories, filming on-location, and editing packages for social media and broadcast. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy turning ideas into engaging visuals and clear narratives. My goal is to tell compelling stories through video and words, leveraging a strong foundation in journalism, sound editing, and post-production. I am eager to contribute to dynamic teams in media and entertainment and continue developing technical and creative skills.

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I am a journalism and broadcasting student with hands-on experience in videography, news reporting, and event coverage. I have completed internships and volunteered in media settings at Seneca Polytechnic and beyond, producing stories, filming on-location, and editing packages for social media and broadcast. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy turning ideas into engaging visuals and clear narratives.
My goal is to tell compelling stories through video and words, leveraging a strong foundation in journalism, sound editing, and post-production. I am eager to contribute to dynamic teams in media and entertainment and continue developing technical and creative skills.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Communications Intern at Future Aces Foundation
January 27, 2025 - July 14, 2025
Conducted research on past scholarship recipients, assisted in video interviews, and wrote articles to highlight recipients' achievements during the internship period.
Intern at Canadafootballchat.com
May 31, 2025 - August 4, 2025
Wrote articles on high school football player prospects, assisted with administrative tasks for graphic creation, and took event photos for social media content.
Radio News Reporter at Seneca Polytechnic
January 31, 2025 - August 4, 2025
Hosted newscasts for the college radio station, wrote and recorded news stories using industry software, and dispatched newscasts for radio airplay.
Event Reporter at TD Toronto Jazz Festival (for Seneca Polytechnic)
June 30, 2024 - August 4, 2025
Researched event details, conducted interviews with the artistic director, performers, and attendees, filmed on-location footage, and edited a 1-minute event coverage video.
Technical Assistant at Seneca Polytechnic
December 31, 2024 - August 4, 2025
Operated and maintained classroom equipment, managed setup and testing, reported technical issues, and supported students with camera and Adobe Premiere software.
Producer and Writer (ENG Project) at Seneca Polytechnic
March 31, 2024 - August 4, 2025
Produced a video news report about Thatz Showbiz Theatre Project, including research, interviews, filming, scripting, voiceover recording, and editing.
Freelance Videographer and Editor at Thatz Showbiz Theatre Project
December 31, 2023 - August 4, 2025
Filmed and edited theatre productions, collaborated on day programs, and produced green screen content and live stream footage for the 10th anniversary event.
Casting Intern at McGillivray Entertainment Media - Canada’s Got Talent
May 30, 2021 - August 26, 2021
Researched talent candidates, contacted them via email and social media, followed up with respondents, and assisted with Golden Buzzer contestants outreach.
Communications Intern at Future Aces Foundation
May 1, 2025 - September 5, 2025
Researching updated information on past scholarship recipients; assisted in interviewing (video) previous scholarship recipients; wrote articles about these scholarship recipients.
Intern at Canadafootballchat.com
May 1, 2025 - September 5, 2025
Wrote prospect (high school football players) articles for their website; assisted with admin work in creating graphics; took pictures of their event in February for social media page.
Radio News Reporter at Seneca Polytechnic
January 31, 2025 - September 5, 2025
Hosted newscasts for college radio station; wrote and recorded newscasts using industry software Burli and iNews; dispatched newscasts to air on radio station.
Event Reporter at TD Toronto Jazz Festival (for Seneca Polytechnic)
June 30, 2024 - September 5, 2025
Researched details about the event; interviewed the artistic director of the festival, one of the performers (Techno Producer) and a couple attendees; filmed on-location b-roll with camera and phone on Osmo; edited interviews and b-roll into a 1-minute event coverage.
Technical Assistant at Seneca Polytechnic
December 31, 2024 - September 5, 2025
Operates and maintains the equipment for in-class exercises; identifies and communicates any technical challenges; performs equipment set up and testing for the class to ensure smooth operation.
Producer and Writer at Seneca Polytechnic ENG project
March 31, 2024 - September 5, 2025
Produced ENG about Thatz Showbiz Theatre Project; researched programs offered; interviewed the artistic director and founder, and a student; filmed on-location interviews, b-roll, and standup; wrote script and performed VO; edited the project into a report.
Freelanced Videographer and Editor at Thatz Showbiz Theatre Project
December 31, 2023 - September 5, 2025
Collaborated with Precious Flower Day program to film and edit a production; filmed and edited their theater productions; edited and green screened footage for their 10th anniversary live stream across multiple platforms.
Camera Operator at Seneca Sting
December 31, 2024 - September 5, 2025
Operated the camera at their games for the broadcast from different points of view; updated the scoreboard when a team scores a point during a game.
Casting Intern at McGillivray Entertainment Media - Canada’s Got Talent
August 31, 2021 - September 5, 2025
Researched individuals, groups and organizations with specific talents for contact information; reached out to contacts via email/social media; circled back with responses or follow-ups.
Store Standard Associate at Walmart
August 31, 2023 - September 5, 2025
Store Standard Associate responsibilities including customer service and operations in a retail environment.
CO-OP at Sobeys
January 31, 2019 - September 5, 2025
Co-op placement performing essential retail tasks and customer service.
Admissions Associate at Canadas Wonderland
December 31, 2019 - September 5, 2025
Admissions associate handling guest services and ticketing operations.
Communications Intern at Future Aces Foundation
May 31, 2025 - September 5, 2025
Researching updated information on past scholarship recipients; assisting in interviewing (video) and writing articles about recipients.
Intern at CanadaFootballChat.com
May 31, 2025 - September 5, 2025
Writing prospect (high school football players) articles; assisting with admin work and creating graphics; photographed February event for social media.
Radio News Reporter at Seneca Polytechnic
January 31, 2025 - September 5, 2025
Host newscasts for college radio; write and record newscasts using Burli; dispatch newscasts to air.
Event Reporter at TD Toronto Jazz Festival (for Seneca Polytechnic)
June 30, 2024 - September 5, 2025
Researched event details; interviewed the artistic director, a performer (Techno Producer), and attendees; shot on-location B-roll; edited interviews and B-roll into a 1-minute event coverage.
Technical Assistant at Seneca Polytechnic
December 31, 2024 - September 5, 2025
Operates and maintains equipment for in-class exercises; identifies and communicates technical challenges; performs setup and testing to ensure smooth operation.
Camera Operator at Seneca Sting
December 31, 2024 - September 5, 2025
Operated camera for broadcasts from multiple viewpoints; updated scoreboard during games.
Freelance Videographer and Editor at Thatz Showbiz Theatre Project
December 31, 2023 - September 5, 2025
Collaborated on theater productions; filmed and edited performances; edited green-screen footage for a 10th anniversary livestream across platforms.
Casting Intern at McGillivray Entertainment Media
August 31, 2021 - September 5, 2025
Researched talents for contact info; outreach via email/social media; followed up with responses.

Education

Diploma at Seneca Polytechnic
January 1, 2022 - June 1, 2024
Diploma at Seneca Polytechnic
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Diploma in Journalism at Seneca Polytechnic
September 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025
Diploma in Broadcasting - Television at Seneca Polytechnic
September 1, 2019 - April 1, 2022
Diploma in Journalism at Seneca Polytechnic
September 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025
Diploma in Broadcasting - Television at Seneca Polytechnic
September 1, 2019 - April 1, 2022

Qualifications

RTDNF Scholarship, Seneca College
January 1, 2025 - August 4, 2025
Sony Canada Seneca Film Institute Journalism Award, Seneca College
January 1, 2025 - August 4, 2025
Presidents Honors for Outstanding Academic Achievement, Seneca College
January 1, 2023 - August 4, 2025
Presidents Honors for Outstanding Academic Achievement, Seneca College
January 1, 2019 - August 4, 2025
RTDNF Scholarship
January 1, 2025 - September 5, 2025
Sony Canada Seneca Film Institute Journalism Award
January 1, 2025 - September 5, 2025
Presidents Honors for Outstanding Academic Achievement
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Presidents Honors for Outstanding Academic Achievement
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
RTDNF Scholarship
January 1, 2025 - September 5, 2025
Sony Canada Seneca Film Institute Journalism Award
January 1, 2025 - September 5, 2025
Presidents Honors for Outstanding Academic Achievement
September 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024
Presidents Honors for Outstanding Academic Achievement
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Professional Services