Jasiel Semillano
Journalism & Digital Media Professional
Native English-speaking Filipina, living in Barcelona, Spain
with EU work rights.
Professional Summary
Picture Editor - News Production Desk | News Writer | Social Media Manager | Digital
Content Creator
Experienced in international newsrooms such as Jam Press UK, editing global news
stories, photos, and videos under tight deadlines. Skilled in multimedia production,
editorial accuracy, and adding descriptive metadata to optimize content organization
and searchability. Strong in visual storytelling, social media strategy, and
fast-turnaround digital workflows, thriving in fast-paced environments that demand
precision, creativity, and adaptability.
Professional Experience
News Production Desk Assistant
Jam Press, United Kingdom
2024 - 2025
● Edited a wide range of stories including Lifestyle, UK News, World News, Viral
Stories, Celebrity News, Property, and Business ensuring accuracy, clarity, strong
structure, and adherence to journalistic standards.
● Verified legal compliance and ethical publishing requirements, including
fact-checking, copyright checks, source verification, and licensing approval for
photos, videos, and third-party material.
● Reviewed and edited photos and videos for publication, adding descriptive
metadata and captions in PhotoMechanic to improve searchability and newsroom
efficiency.
● Coordinated with editors and reporters on sourcing, verification, and content
updates.
● Ensured timely delivery of breaking news content in a high-pressure, fast-paced
environment.
Social Media Manager
Genesis News Media Corporation (Kami News)
2017 – 2024
● Produced engaging social media content, including Celebrity News, Real Life
stories of overseas Filipino workers, and relatable human interest graphics
created using Canva, reaching a wide online audience.
● Monitored trends to guide content strategy and edited videos and graphics to
boost audience engagement.
● Increased follower growth and boosted engagement through optimized posting
and community management.
Social Media / Content Writer
EmergentX
2023 – 2024
● Planned and executed content strategies for product launches and newsletters.
● Managed social media content calendars and created visuals using CANVA.
● Researched industry trends and produced content for digital campaigns.
Content Writer
Yadara Event Tickets
2023
● Wrote SEO-driven event articles and optimized content for higher search
rankings using SEMRUSH.
● Conducted competitor analysis and keyword research.
● Improved website visibility through structured, data-informed content.
Social Media Manager
Visible One HK
2022
● Created multimedia content including articles, videos, graphics, and promotional
materials.
● Analyzed social media performance and adjusted strategies to drive
engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Journalism
University of St. La Salle, Philippines
Skills
● News & Editorial: Writing, editing, fact-checking, journalistic accuracy.
● Multimedia & Visual Storytelling: Photo/video editing, graphic design
(PhotoMechanic, Canva, CapCut, Lightroom, Premiere Pro)
● Content Creation & Strategy: Engaging content development, storytelling,
audience engagement
● Social Media & Analytics: Content strategy, scheduling, performance analysis
(Hootsuite, Meta Business Suite)
● Audience & Trend Research: Identifying trends, tailoring content to target
audiences