Alexander Walker Email & Phone Number

Sacramento, Ca, Us

Sacramento, California, United States

I serve in the Number Two leadership role in the newsroom at KTXL-TV. I am the keeper of the content, overseeing the news of the day, working with the assignment desk, producers and reporters to maximize high quality, journalistically ethical output. I am also responsible for short and long-term planning, special projects, hiring, employee schedules and other day-to-day operations of the newsroom.

• Created and produced an episodic podcast series exploring the lack of standardized mental healthcare for treating racial trauma. Wrote, edited, and produced 4 episodes distributed across YouTube and major streaming platforms.• Conducted interviews with healthcare providers, therapists, patients, and best-selling author on treatment of racial trauma.• Produced marketing and promotional content / teasers to drive visibility and clarity around the show’s focal area.

Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area

Executive producer leading a team of four day-of news reporters by assigning daily stories, developing story pitches and giving editorial guidance on execution for stories in linear and digital platforms. Additionally co-leading a team of 5 afternoon and evening producers along with news anchors in the production, execution and editorial oversight of 3 hours of news programming daily.

Albany, New York Metropolitan Area

I was brought on in August of 2021 to create a brand new weekend morning newscast that we successfully launched in October 2021. The program that airs across Upstate New York has a three-anchor format focused on in-depth storytelling with moments of personality and a genuine connection with the audience. The production model my team developed served as a blueprint for other dayparts in terms of showcasing and interaction. During the short time since our launch we became the most watched weekend… Show more I was brought on in August of 2021 to create a brand new weekend morning newscast that we successfully launched in October 2021. The program that airs across Upstate New York has a three-anchor format focused on in-depth storytelling with moments of personality and a genuine connection with the audience. The production model my team developed served as a blueprint for other dayparts in terms of showcasing and interaction. During the short time since our launch we became the most watched weekend AM newscast in Rochester and Syracuse and in the top 3 in Buffalo and Albany in terms of viewer engagement. Show less

Arlington, Virginia, United States

I served as the executive producer for the evening news programs on for ABC7 and WJLA 24/7 News, winning an Emmy for best evening newscast in 2019.I was also a multimedia journalist with a passion for Data Driven reporting.My investigations included food deserts in the District of Columbia and the racial disparities in the impact of COVID-19. I was a part of the team honored with an Edward R. Murrow award for our COVID disparity coverage. Member of the Washington Association of Black… Show more I served as the executive producer for the evening news programs on for ABC7 and WJLA 24/7 News, winning an Emmy for best evening newscast in 2019.I was also a multimedia journalist with a passion for Data Driven reporting.My investigations included food deserts in the District of Columbia and the racial disparities in the impact of COVID-19. I was a part of the team honored with an Edward R. Murrow award for our COVID disparity coverage. Member of the Washington Association of Black Journalists. Show less

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

While I served as the Senior News Producer at WBZ-TV in Boston I also shot, wrote and edited content for our broadcast and digital platforms. Along with managing the weekend evening newscasts I also went out into the field to either produce or MMJ stories. During my time I took every opportunity I could to expand my skill set and use my experience to tell good stories.

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

I led the morning news team in all aspects of coverage, with the goal of becoming the prime destination for morning news viewers in Metro Atlanta. When I arrived in 2015 made the show more hard-news focused by by implementing an approach based on breaking news, in-depth weather forecasting and engaging storytelling. I changed the way morning reporters were assigned to stories by writing a daily “live note” that breaks down assignments, important details, and directions on how to… Show more I led the morning news team in all aspects of coverage, with the goal of becoming the prime destination for morning news viewers in Metro Atlanta. When I arrived in 2015 made the show more hard-news focused by by implementing an approach based on breaking news, in-depth weather forecasting and engaging storytelling. I changed the way morning reporters were assigned to stories by writing a daily “live note” that breaks down assignments, important details, and directions on how to cover the story in order to best connect with our audience. I also led the launch of a new weekend morning newscast that aired 2 hours on Saturday and Sunday. I was honored by the Georgia Associated Press Media Editors with an honorable mention for Best Newscast. Show less

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

I led the morning and midday newscasts along with producing special and breaking news coverage for multiple dayparts and platforms. My goal was to help build KCTV into a dominant and consistent destination for Kansas City news viewers. Upon being promoted to Executive Producer in 2014 I relaunched the morning newscast with a focus on urgent stories, original morning reporting and increased opportunities for our anchors to show personality and connect with the audience. Kansas… Show more I led the morning and midday newscasts along with producing special and breaking news coverage for multiple dayparts and platforms. My goal was to help build KCTV into a dominant and consistent destination for Kansas City news viewers. Upon being promoted to Executive Producer in 2014 I relaunched the morning newscast with a focus on urgent stories, original morning reporting and increased opportunities for our anchors to show personality and connect with the audience. Kansas Association Of Broadcasters awarded me Best Morning/Noon Newscast, 2011-2012With the support of our team we gained consistent year-to-year ratings growth under my tenure including +66% increase in Adults 25-54 in the Feb‘15 sweep. Show less

Fairway, Ks

I line produced for newscasts in various day-parts, and served as the fill-in executive producer for the morning newscast "It's Your Morning."

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Line producer for newscast, contributor for web and video editor. Social media management team member.

Saginaw, Michigan, United States

I produced newscasts, special and breaking news coverage across multiple dayparts. I served as the the lead producer on Sunday evenings. Produced top rated 5:30pm and Noon Newscasts.Helped create and develop several news franchises with a particular focus on consumer and health interests.

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

Associate News producer for the highest rated morning news program in Chattanooga.

Bs, Mass Communications, Media Production

Activities and Societies: Resident Assistant, Theater Group, Gospel Choir, Student Newscast Producer I produced the student newscast. I.

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