Hello! I'm Ruby Merced
About me
I am a Broadcast Journalism graduate with a dual major in Spanish from 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.
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
