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Andrew Marra’s Professional Experience

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Education
Bachelor of Science in Journalism, University of Florida (2001)

Work Experience
General Assignment Reporter
The Palm Beach Post
- Concentrated on extended news features, including an in-depth series on gun violence and a report on the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Wilma.
(February 2006 to December 2006)

Crime Reporter
The Palm Beach Post
- Covered crime and law enforcement agencies in West Palm Beach and the surrounding area, including stories on gang violence and reports on more than 75 homicides.
(August 2003 to February 2006)

Education Reporter
The Palm Beach Post
- Covered the Martin County School District and related education issues on Florida’s Treasure Coast. Also covered the town of Jupiter Island.
(December 2001 to August 2003)

News Editor
The Independent Florida Alligator
- Oversaw news coverage at the University of Florida’s daily student newspaper.
(July 2001 – December 2001)


Awards

First Place, Excellence in Crime Reporting, The Florida Press Club Awards (2005)

First Place, Excellence in Feature Writing, The Florida Press Club Awards (2004)


References provided upon request