Hello! I'm Ruby Merced
About me
I am a senior majoring in Broadcast Journalism with a dual major in Spanish at the University of Central Florida.
As a storyteller, composer, and translator, I believe that every person’s story is a unique instrument, adding its voice to the grand orchestra of human existence.
Through my work, I aim to amplify these voices, compose fact-checked news stories that capture the essence of their experiences, and translate them for Spanish and English speakers, both on air and in writing.
I graduate in May of 2025.
Social Media
Packages
Rise in Colon Cancer
The Charge On Air
March 31, 2025
I wrote, voiced, shot, edited the videos, and conducted the interviews.
New Fusion Fest
The Charge On Air
March 25, 2025.
I wrote, voiced, translated, shot, edited the videos, and conducted the interviews.
New Ballot Restrictions
The Charge On Air
March 12, 2025.
I wrote, voiced, shot, edited the videos, and conducted the interviews.
Suicide Prevention Event
The Charge On Air
March 4, 2025.
I wrote, voiced, shot, edited the videos, and conducted the interviews.
Immigration Concerns
The Charge On Air
February 11, 2025.
I wrote, voiced, shot, edited the videos, and conducted the interviews.
Gender Ideology
The Charge On Air
February 11, 2025.
I wrote, voiced, shot, edited the videos, and conducted the interviews.
Birthright Citizenship Ban
The Charge On Air
January 31, 2025.
I wrote, voiced, shot, edited the videos, and conducted the interviews.
Diabetes and Optics
UCF Knightly News
December 2, 2022
I wrote, voiced, shot, edited the videos, and conducted the interviews.
DSA Walk
UCF Knightly News
October 24,2022
I wrote, voiced, shot, edited the videos, and conducted the interviews.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
UCF Knightly News
October 14, 2022
I wrote, voiced, shot, edited the videos, and conducted the interviews.
Web Stories
UCF health clubs unite to support American Cancer Society
NSM Today
Mar 18, 2025
Seven Sources
Word Count: 932
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UCF hosts first Out of the Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk
NSM Today
Mar 11, 2025
Four Sources
Word Count: 874
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UCF international students voice concerns over proposed immigration policy changes
NSM Today
Feb 28, 2025
Nine Sources
Word Count: 1,111
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Trump's birthright citizenship policy sparks concern for some UCF students
NSM Today
Feb 18, 2025
Four Sources
Word Count: 749
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UCF LGBTQ+ students voice concerns over 'restoring biological truth' executive order
NSM Today
Feb 17, 2025
Three Sources
Word Count: 793
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UCF hosts first: "Disney at Dark” event, featuring karaoke and lantern-making
NSM Today
Jan 22, 2025
Six Sources
Word Count: 769
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Profesora de español en UCF revive la riqueza literaria hispana en Florida
NSM Today
Oct 26, 2024
Four Sources
Word Count: 1,287
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UCF Spanish professor revives Hispanic literary richness in Florida
NSM Today
Oct 23, 2024
Four Sources
Word Count: 1,024
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UCF's new 'Nursing Unidos' club heals healthcare disparities
NSM Today
Oct 8, 2024
Five Sources
Word Count: 910
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El nuevo club 'Nursing Unidos' de UCF sana las disparidades en la atención médica
NSM Today
Oct 8, 2024
Five Sources
Word Count: 1,026
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Nueva instructora de UCF celebra el Mes de la Herencia Hispana para crecimiento académico
NSM Today
Oct 5, 2024
Five Sources
Word Count: 1,440
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New UCF instructor celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month for academic growth
NSM Today
Oct 3, 2024
Five Sources
Word Count: 1,336
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La Cámara Regional de Lake Nona presenta la IA a través de nuevos proyectos y tecnologías en la atención médica
NSM Today
Sep 20, 2024
Nine Sources
Word Count: 1,671
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Lake Nona Regional Chamber presents new AI healthcare projects and technology
NSM Today
Sep 19, 2024
Nine Sources
Word Count: 1,473
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UCF football players honor their Spanish professor with award
NSM Today
Sep 4, 2024
Four Sources
Word Count: 860
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UCF hosts sixth annual Three Minute Thesis event, showcasing graduate students' research
NSM Today
Nov 21, 2023
Six Sources
Word Count: 1,188
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UCF Filipino Student Association prepares for Fusion Festival
NSM Today
Nov 2, 2023
Five Sources
Word Count: 1,075
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UCF clubs unite for beach clean-up and discuss future underwater collaborations
NSM Today
Oct 18, 2023
Six Sources
Word Count: 547
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MFA student wins scholarship through cultural artwork
NSM Today
May 31, 2023
Five Sources
Word Count: 2,245
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UCF students navigate human experience at SVAD's first Art Knight
NSM Today
Nov 24, 2022
Six Sources
Word Count: 1,061
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UCF College of Medicine dean inspires students, shares big plans for Lake Nona campus
NSM Today
Nov 12, 2022
Five Sources
Word Count: 893
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UCF Inclusive Education Services promotes program's new coaching components, supports Down Syndrome community
NSM Today
Nov 3, 2022
Five Sources
Word Count: 1,095
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Hurricane Ian floods leave The Place at Alafaya residents 'trapped and exhausted'
NSM Today
Oct 26, 2022
Eight Sources
Word Count: 1,365
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After Ian displaced students at The Place, residents received revised rental conditions
NSM Today
Oct 23, 2022
Six Sources
Word Count: 1,204
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UCF students, community come together to reopen Metro Diner after Hurricane Ian
NSM Today
Oct 2, 2022
Four Sources
Word Count: 985
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UCF women's cross country competes at the North Alabama Showcase
NSM Today
Sep 17, 2022
One Sources
Word Count: 383
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Producing
The Nicholson Student Media at the University of Central Florida
The Charge On Air
February 7, 2025
I was the producer for this newscast.
The Nicholson Student Media at the University of Central Florida
The Charge On Air
December 5, 2025
I was the executive producer and producer for this bilingual podcast.
Videography
VOSOT-SAGA Student Award
The Charge On Air
February 27, 2025.
I wrote, voiced, shot, edited the video, and conducted the interview.
VO-New Foxtail and Suites
The Charge On Air
February 26, 2025.
I wrote the script, shot, and edited the video.
VO-Profesora de español en UCF revive la riqueza literaria hispana en Florida
The Charge Latino
October 26, 2024
I wrote, shot, edited and voiced the video for Spanish-speakers.
VO-UCF Spanish professor revives Hispanic literary richness in Florida
The Charge Latino
October 23, 2024
I wrote, shot, edited and voiced the video for English-speakers.
VOSOT- UCF’s new ’Nursing Unidos’ club heals healthcare disparities
The Charge Latino
October 8, 2024
I wrote, voiced, shot, edited the video, and conducted the interview for English-speakers.
VOSOT- El nuevo club ‘Nursing Unidos’ de UCF sana las disparidades en la atención médica
The Charge Latino
October 8, 2024
I wrote, voiced, shot, edited the video, and conducted the interview for Spanish-speakers.
VOSOT-New UCF instructor celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month for academic growth
The Charge Latino
October 3, 2024
I wrote, voiced, shot, edited the video, and conducted the interview for Spanish-speakers with English captions.
VOSOT-Lake Nona Regional Chamber presents new AI healthcare projects and technology
The Charge Latino
September 19, 2024
I wrote, voiced, shot, edited the video, and conducted the interview for English-speakers with Spanish captions.
VOSOT-UCF football players honor their Spanish professor with award
The Charge Latino
September 4, 2024
I wrote, voiced, shot, edited the video, and conducted the interview for Spanish-speakers with English captions.
VOSOT- UCF Hosts sixth annual Three Minute Thesis event, showcasing graduate students’ research
NSM Today
November 21, 2023
I wrote, voiced, shot, edited the video, and conducted the interview.
VOSOT- UCF Filipino Student Association prepares for Fusion Festival
NSM Today
November 2, 2023
I wrote, voiced, shot, edited the video, and conducted two interviews.
VOSOT-UCF clubs unite for beach clean-up and discuss future underwater collaborations
NSM Today
October 18, 2023
I wrote, voiced, shot, edited the video, and conducted five interviews.
VO-Art Knight Event
UCF KNIGHTLY NEWS
November 21, 2022
I wrote the script, shot, and edited the video.
VO-Diabetes Student Union
UCF KNIGHTLY NEWS
November 16, 2022
I wrote the script, shot, and edited the video.
VOSOT-Italian American Heritage Month
UCF KNIGHTLY NEWS
October 19, 2022
I wrote the script, shot, edited the video, and conducted the interview.
Podcast
Podcast - The Charge Latino's Voices
The Charge Latino
December 5, 2024.
I conducted four interviews and provided two packages for this podcast. I served as the executive producer, news director, editorial supervisor, Spanish editor, segment coordinator, and translator for this bilingual podcast. I was also one of the anchors.
Podcast - Episode 1: Meet the Candidates for Seat 3
Winter Park Sunshine
March 2, 2022.
I interviewed 13 Winter Park residents and the two political candidates running for Seat 3, and I was the anchor for this podcast.
On Air
Reporter Reel
– March 26, 2025
Anchor Reel
– March 26, 2025
Weather Reel
– March 26, 2025
Sports Reel
– March 26, 2025
NSM Today
Oct 26, 2024
Cuatro fuentes
Conteo de palabras: 1,287
NSM Today
Oct 8, 2024
Cinco Fuentes
Conteo de palabras: 1,026
NSM Today
Oct 5, 2024
Cinco Fuentes
Conteo de palabras: 1,440
NSM Today
Sep 20, 2024
Nueve Fuentes
Conteo de palabras: 1,671
