Alexandra Pinto Email & Phone Number

Canada

St. Jacobs, Ontario, Canada

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

As an experienced news anchor/producer, I am working to help students with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate and contribute to today’s dynamic media landscape. I am currently teaching a Citizen Journalism course, part of Conestoga College's Broadcasting Performance and Digital Media program.I am working to guide aspiring journalists with storytelling, ethics and digital tools needed to succeed in the media industry.With a background in professional journalism, I bring firsthand experience and industry insights to the classroom.

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

Co-produced and anchored CTV News at 6, a flagship program catering to diverse audiences across broadcast and digital platforms. Acted as backfill anchor for CTV News Channel, a prominent national program, ensuring seamless continuity and quality delivery. Directed a team in conceptualizing story ideas tailored to resonate with target audiences across various media platforms. Successfully pitched, authored, and promoted over 2,000 news stories, contributing to the organization's comprehensive coverage and audience engagement. Mentored junior team members, offering valuable insights and guidance on industry best practices and professional growth. Cultivated a positive work environment by fostering open channels of communication and collaboration among team members. Conducted over 1,000 in-depth interviews, maintaining a strong on-air presence and adeptly adapting to dynamic breaking news situations.

Kitchener, Canada Area

Produced and anchored CTV News at 5, ensuring timely and informative delivery of news content to viewers. Conducted several live interviews, showcasing strong communication skills and ability to engage with diverse interviewees. Pitched compelling stories and meticulously vetted scripts for broadcast across multiple platforms, ensuring accuracy and adherence to journalistic standards. Orchestrated and booked interview segments daily, demonstrating proficiency in time management and organizational skills. Collaborated closely with team members to deliver high-quality content, fostering a productive and cohesive working environment. Established and nurtured strong relationships with key community stakeholders, including the Police Chief, Regional Chair, and city officials, facilitating access to reliable sources and enhancing coverage of local news events.

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

Anchored CTV News at 11:30, serving as the primary presenter and face of the program, delivering news content to viewers. Successfully lined up and managed over 1000 shows, demonstrating strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Conducted comprehensive research and interviews to ensure the delivery of accurate and relevant information on-air, maintaining the credibility and integrity of the news broadcast. Implemented strategic initiatives that resulted in improved ratings, consistently delivering high-quality content tailored to the target demographic. Leveraged storytelling techniques to engage and resonate with viewers, fostering emotional connections to reported stories and enhancing audience engagement.

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

Anchored weekend shows for CTV News at 6 & 11:30, delivering engaging and informative broadcasts to viewers. Incorporated breaking news and relevant topics into weekend broadcasts to enhance viewer engagement and maintain up-to-date coverage. Provided leadership in the newsroom and led team coverage on weekends, ensuring smooth operations and effective coordination of news content. Served as a weekday videographer, responsible for reporting and shooting stories to contribute to news segments and coverage. Developed and nurtured relationships with sources and contacts to gain additional insight and access to exclusive information, enhancing the depth and quality of news coverage.

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

Conducted live reporting on location and filmed news stories, ensuring accurate and timely coverage of events for broadcast and digital platforms. Managed multiple daily deadlines for several shows, demonstrating strong organizational skills and ability to work efficiently under pressure. Provided live breaking news reporting, delivering real-time updates and analysis on developing stories to keep audiences informed. Covered a diverse range of topics including crime, court proceedings, local council meetings, business developments, health issues, and community interest stories, showcasing versatility. Demonstrated professionalism and sensitivity while covering sensitive scenes such as homicides, crashes, and fire scenes, adhering to ethical standards and maintaining respect for those affected.

Toronto

Pitched, filmed, edited, and reported on community events in Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), demonstrating creativity and adaptability in storytelling. Conducted live reporting, delivering real-time updates and analysis on breaking news stories to keep audiences informed and engaged. Contributed to Global's special coverage of the 2012 Summer Olympics, showcasing versatility and ability to work on high-profile events. Collaborated with editors, assignment managers, and management to plan and execute coverage strategies for various events and news stories. Managed the assignment desk, overseeing breaking news coverage, assigning reporters and camera crews, and assisting reporters in chasing and developing stories.

Toronto, Canada Area

News intern at Global News Toronto.

Toronto, Canada Area

Assignment desk/consumer intern at CTV News Toronto.

Tv News-Journalism (Post Grad), Broadcast Journalism

Television Broadcasting, Broadcast Journalism