Creative and highly motivated communications professional with over 13Ā years experience in the television news business, including five years of reporting on issues impacting Utahns. Areas of expertise include investigative reporting,Ā web and print content development, social media marketing and public speaking.
Highlights
Superb writer and editor
Compelling public speaker
Skilled multi-tasker
Deadline-driven
Print and electronic media
Positive attitude
Education
San Diego State UniversitySan Diego, CAExpected in 2003 ā āBachelor of Science:Broadcast Journalism - GPA:Broadcast Journalism & Political Science
Uppsala UniversityUppsala, Expected in 2001 ā ā:International Communications studies - GPA:International Communications studies
Experience
Nexstar Media Group Inc. - Anchor / Reporter Huntsville, AL, 2012 - Current
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Awarded 1st place for Business/Consumer reporting by Society of Professional Journalists in 2016.
Society of Professional Jornalists 1st place winner for Continuing Coverage on the environmental and economic impacts on saving Utah's Bonneville Salt Flats.Ā
Newsroom leader on environmental issues facing our state
Ā Best Continuing Coverage ā Kimberly Claire,(Saving the Salt Flats)
Best Business/Consumer Report ā Kimberly Claire (Caring for Consumers: Dangers of Radon)
Ā Established strong Government Affairs reporting, maintaining trusting relationships with state and local lawmakers, government and business leaders.
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Manage producers to create a consistent, integrated news message for each affiliateMentor, motivate and empower reporters to write fair yet captivating scripts, shoot and edit creative video, establish credibility and deliver stories that provokes an emotional response
Created and branded new segmentĀ Recycle This, designed toĀ
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Calm under pressure; experienced at meeting multiple deadlines on time.
Expert at translating complex issues into easily understood concepts.
Produced daily content for the website including editing video clips and writing copy.
Increased company awareness and generated buzz through daily social media marketing.
Developed and nurtured relationships with partners, clients and community members that built the company's brand.
Built a strong community of contacts comprised of local and national public relations specialists, media members, marketing teams and sales professionals.
Collaborates with solar energy companies to initiate environmental policy change and foster public awareness.
Nexstar Media Group Inc. - Anchor / Reporter Lexington, KY, 01/2006 - 2012
Developed the 9PM FOX hour-long newscast, formulating & executing its own news identity.
create daily rundowns for #1 rated evening news
Led a team of reporters and photographers; tasked daily with assigning duties and editing content.
Leveraged FOX brand to create community partnerships that increased the company's reach.
Created extensive contacts with local and national business and political leaders.
Produced daily content for the company's website and social media sites.
Apt in identifying emerging issues in the market that appeal to public and private interests.
Built credibility with audience, community partners and sales clients.
Youngest recipient of Rockford Chamber of Commerce's "40 Leaders Under 40 Award."Ā
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