Sarah Assink

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About Me

Hi there! I'm a student journalist currently in my final year of a Bachelor of Communication majoring in journalism at the University of the Sunshine Coast. This portfolio is to showcase my work as a student and also as a journalist, both in my degree and out of it. 

My work includes a mix of different multimedia. 

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Published articles

USC Rip City •

Out-of-state star continues to turn heads

Jasmine Forcadilla has only been on the Sunshine Coast for less than two months and is already making an impression as one of Rip City’s latest recruits.

The team’s newest addition is a heavy hitter, playing an important position on the team.

“I’m a combo guard so I’m pretty comfortable in points or running the lanes,” Jasmine said.

The talented 23-year-old, hailing from the Central Coast of New South Wales, said that while several teams were trying to recruit her, the Sunshine Coast ticked a
Sunshine Coast News •

Talented teenager rides a triathlon rollercoaster

It takes three times the talent and triple the skillset, but triathletes are motivated by both the pleasure and the pain of training and competing in their chosen sport.

Tackling swim, ride and run legs in a single event may seem beyond even the most active sportspeople, but for those who compete in rather than just complete triathlons, the pace, the rush and the rigour of competition keep them coming back, even after setback and injury.

At just 18, Hunter McGovern has already had his share of

As I've made my way through my degree, I had many opportunities to experience and learn about many different forms of journalism. From creating a podcast, to editing raw footage to produce a television package, every aspect has taught me how to adapt and make the most of every challenge presented to me. Below are just a few of the types of assessments I completed during my time at university. 

University work

News package

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Opportunities

ABC Radio Sunshine Coast

I was lucky enough to be able to participate in a "get to know the audience" segment run by ABC Radio Sunshine Coast at my university campus. I took on the role as a field producer and spent my time finding talent to go on air. I participated in a live-cross and also read news updates on air. I was also able to save the audio files courtesy of the ABC team.

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NightQuarter - Reconnect Festival

The NightQuarter Reconnect Festival provided me with opportunities to further practice the notorious "magic minute" on camera. I was able to interview important guests and edit the footage together on strict time constraints and have it posted onto NightQuarter's social media pages. 

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The Met Maroochydore - Creative Futures

The Creative Futures Event held at the Met Maroochydore was bursting with fresh new talent. I interviewed Maisy Robson who was making her debut up on stage. 

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