Resume EXPERIENCE KSNW | Wichita, KS September 2017 - Present Assistant News Director/Anchor Reviewed daily newscasts to drive quality control and brand touchpoints. Wrote copy and edited scripts for on air and digital. Oversaw production of newscasts and special programming. Worked with news director and other managers to establish newsroom goals and develop and further station’s news brand. Fox 32 | Chicago, IL October 2013 - September 2017 News Anchor (Prime Time) Collaborated with producers and management to develop newscasts, promotions and teases. Covered special events and breaking news with eye for detail and tenacious pursuit of important information. Anchored popular broadcast program with good ratings and audience engagement. Followed-up on leads for information regarding news and events. KAKE | Wichita, KS July 2003 - September 2013 News Anchor (Prime Time) Developed strategic coverage angles and mentored young reporters. Completed assigned pieces and developed independent stories. Presented developments in stories in live broadcasts and recordings. Selected material to develop interesting and professional presentations for different formats. KAKE | Wichita, KS July 2001-July 2003 Sports Anchor EDUCATION Wichita State University, Wichita, KS Bachelor of Arts: Broadcast Journalism May 1998 SKILLS Effective leader Strategic leadership Good listening skills Supervision Training & Development Multitasking abilities Planning and Coordination Conflict resolution Organization and Time management Understanding of human resources
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