
Jemma Silvestri
Reporter and Journalist
ABOUT
Hello and welcome! My name is Jemma and I am a recent graduate of Western Connecticut State University with a Bachelors in Communication and a minor in Sports Media.
I have a passion for connecting with people, while always remaining sincere and warm. Whether it be sports or any other field, I'm continuously eager to learn and expand my knowledge.
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SKILLS & EXPERTISE
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​Experience organizing and managing a team
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Skilled in staying on top of deadlines and prioritizing time sensitive projects
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Always happy to work with others and meet new people
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​Flexible and open to new ideas
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Constantly striving to present my highest quality work by demanding the best from myself
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​Maintaining composure under pressure
WORK EXPERIENCE
2023-2025
Sports Director
WXCI 91.7 FM
Danbury, CT
Oct. 2024 - Dec. 2024
Social Media Intern
Danbury Hat Tricks
Danbury, CT
March 2024 - July 2024
Media Coordinator and News Desk Intern
Golf Performance Center/Junior Golf Hub
Ridgefield, CT
EDUCATION
Western Connecticut State University - School of Visual, Performing, and Communication Arts 2025
B.A. Communication, Minor in Sports Media
Summa Cum Laude​
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
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Co- creating a female led sideline reporting team at WCSU
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Planning and scheduling WXCi's annual trip to New Orleans to report at Super Bowl LIX
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Directing a team of student reporters and journalists as Sports Director for the campus radio station WXCI 91.7
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Co-hosting an on-air show and podcast