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RESUME

Becoming great is a journey not a destination

As an experienced news producer, I take pride in pushing boundaries, exploring uncharted territories, and delivering news content that captivates, informs, and inspires. With my expertise and passion for the craft, I strive to redefine the way news is presented, bringing a fresh perspective and a creative approach to every story I tell. I believe in the power of compelling narratives, thought-provoking visuals, and engaging multimedia elements that resonate with audiences across various platforms. At my core, I value journalistic integrity, ethical reporting, and the pursuit of truth. I understand that the news landscape is constantly evolving, and I embrace the challenges and opportunities presented by emerging technologies and changing audience preferences.
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WORK EXPERIENCE
SENIOR NEWS PRODUCER

TEGNA

Memphis, TN
1/2022 - Present 
  • Assisted EP with overall production of newscast.

  • Controlled editorial decisions and placement of live-reporters.

  • Oversaw pre/post-show meetings to develop better storytelling and production showcasing.

  • Operated and managed a 10-member broadcast team to deliver timely weekday newscast from 5-7 a.m.

  • Pitched stories and left content overview for day team to easily use.

  • Directed & guided on-air reporters, producers & digital producers in talent development & improving quality of on-air product, script writing & website delivery.

  • Created & executed coverage plans for special events.

  • Disability ending soon after traumatic accident 6/2022.

NEWS PRODUCER
WJBK Fox 2 News 
Detroit, MI 
9/2020- 12/2021
  • Showrunner of Let it Rip Weekend.

  • Booked guests and crafted segments, videos & questions.

  • Picked reporter soundbites and wrote leads for weekdays from 5-9A.

  • Led story development strategy for weekend morning production, different weekday morning & evening shows.

  • Managed Facebook, Twitter, YouTube & Instagram pages.

MORNING NEWS PRODUCER

KTVI Fox 2 News 

St. Louis, Mo.
2/2018- 10/2019
  • Grew ratings by 5 percent, creating No.1 Weekend morning newscast in St. Louis.

  • Provided editorial direction and guidance for on-air talent and production.

  • Developed & implemented long-term planning strategy & monthly future events.

  • Led and managed special event planning including presidential elections and local primaries.

  • Line produced any weekday morning show from 4 a.m. - 11 a.m.

  • Created viral, enterprising stories.

MORNING NEWS PRODUCER
WTVA/WLOV -TV
Tupelo, Miss. 
5/2017- 1/2018
  • Produced NBC 4:30 a.m. 6 a.m. and FOX 8 a.m. weekday newscast.

  • Launched 4 p.m. on NBC & grew ratings by 5 percent.

  • Created & executed live events like the Egg Bowl 2017.

  • Prepared and managed editorial content online & on-air.

  • Wrote & formatted news stories using ENPS.

  • Provided editorial direction & guidance.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Revenue Specialist II
Florida Department of Revenue
Orlando, FL​
1/2015 - 4/2017
Brand Ambassador 
SEG Promotions 
Orlando, FL​
6/2014 - 5/2015
Line & Internet Producer 
Tallahassee, FL
WCTV Eyewitness 
5/2014 - 8/2014 
News Producer
FAMU TV- 20  
Tallahassee, FL
1/2014 - 5/2014 
Legal Proofreader
Kaye Scholer
Tallahassee, FL
6/2013 - 12/2013
Capital News Reporter
TheTallahasseeNews.com 
Tallahassee, FL
6/2013 - 12/2013
Political News Reporter
The FAMUan
Tallahassee, FL

08/2012 - 05/2013

Political Reporter Intern
Federal News Radio
Washington, D.C.
06/2012 - 08/2012
General Reporter
Capital Outlook
Tallahassee, FL

01/2012 - 05/2012

SKILLS
  • Sony Vegas

  • Final Cut Pro

  • Avid/Premier

  • Video Encoding

  • Adobe Photoshop

  • Adobe Audition

  • Google Digital Marketing Certification 2023

  • Meta Digital Marketing Certification 2023

  • Search Engine Optimization

  • Bit Central

  • Vizrt

  • HTML

  • ENPS/iNews

  • Canva

  • Hootsuite

  • SEO/SEM

  • CRM

  • 2019 Delux Magazine ‘Emerging 30 under 30’

  • Southeast Journalism Conference College Journalist of the Year (3rd place) 2014

  • People to People Writers’ Grant  2013

  • Emmy for 2012 Homecoming TV Show

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RECOGNITION
EDUCATION
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Florida A&M University

Bachelor Science in Journalism

May 2015

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Georgetown University

 

2012

REFERENCES
Below are professional references that you are more than welcome to speak to about my quality of work, knowledge, and skillset.
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Audrey Prywitch

News Director

KTVI Fox 2

St. Louis, MI

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Mike Raffaele

News Director

WNYT Ch. 13

Albany, NY​

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Denisha Thomas

News Director

ABC 24

Memphis, TN

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Charlie Langton

Anchor/Reporter

WJBK Fox 2

Detroit, MI

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