Adam Bourke
Bendigo,VIC
Summary
Experienced professional who thrives working in a team environment and has more than two decades in a leadership role mentoring people of all ages and backgrounds. Working to tight deadlines and developing relationships with a cross section of the community are key strengths.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Journalist
Bendigo Advertiser
Bendigo, Victoria
03.1997 - 09.2024
- Conducted interviews with sources to obtain information for stories.
- Edited copy written by other journalists to ensure accuracy and clarity.
- Attended press conferences and other events to gather newsworthy information.
- Photographed images to accompany articles in print or online publications.
- Sourced expert opinions for stories from professionals in relevant fields.
- Collaborated with editors to create headlines that accurately reflect the story content.
- Utilized social media networks such as Twitter and Facebook to promote articles.
- Updated websites with new content daily or weekly depending on publication schedule.
- Wrote factually correct, concise, and engaging news stories within tight deadlines.
- Interviewed sources, contacts and leads to gather information for stories.
- Met deadlines with reliable, in-depth news coverage.
- Gathered information and developed perspectives about news subjects through research, interviews and observation.
- Cultivated relationships with sources and key figures in local area to reliably produce top-notch news coverage.
President Volunteer
White Hills Cricket Club
Bendigo, Victoria
05.2015 - 08.2016
- Served as a liaison between volunteers and executive leadership in order to ensure effective collaboration.
Coach
White Hills Cricket Club
Bendigo, Victoria
09.2009 - 04.2015
- Provided guidance to participants in order to help them develop their skills and achieve desired goals.
- Organized and implemented training sessions, drills and exercises to improve technique, agility and strength.
- Instructed players on proper techniques, strategies, rules and regulations of the sport.
- Mentored team members in order to build confidence and foster a supportive environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Catholic College Bendigo
Bendigo, VIC12-1994
Skills
- Public opinion expertise
- Investigations expertise
- Story development skill
- Interviewing strength
- Audience Engagement
- Writing and editing
- Interviewing techniques
- Breaking News Coverage
- Story Development
- Deadline Management
Accomplishments
- 3 x Best Football Coverage - AFL Victoria
- 2 x Best Basketball Coverage - Women's National Basketball League
- 1 x Australian Community Media - best feature story
- 1 x Best Cricket Coverage - Cricket Victoria
- 1 x Best News/Feature story - Racing Victoria
Timeline
President Volunteer
White Hills Cricket Club
05.2015 - 08.2016
Coach
White Hills Cricket Club
09.2009 - 04.2015
Journalist
Bendigo Advertiser
03.1997 - 09.2024
High School Diploma -
Catholic College Bendigo
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