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Dallas, Texas, United States

Manage team of reporters, producers, writers, and editors as a primary decision maker for stories that cover local, political, and nationwide events. Connect with meteorologists and storm chasers to coordinate severe weather coverage and strategically place news crews at hardest-hit locations. Guide staff through the process of news gathering, research, and reporting to produce stories with a measurable impact. Train new producers and staff on effective use of KDFW systems and best practices. Select Highlights:• Enabled KDFW’s 2020 Election Coverage to maintain #1 rank among all stations in the market. • Pioneered launch of Good Day 9am in 2018 and immediately reached #1 in target demographic for 10 months.• Achieved highest rated month to date during Texas Winter Storm of 2021, with 97K impressions at 10pm.• Managed crisis response when a driver ran truck into KDFW building during live broadcast; evacuated staff andnegotiated with police to retain small group on-site to deliver 4 hours of continuous breaking news coverage.

Miami, Florida

Supervised production of an award-winning, nightly #1 newscast for one of the country’s fastest-paced markets. Efficiently delivered outstanding quality shows on strict daily deadlines with consistently high viewership. Refined expertise in visual storytelling by working closely with Graphics, Pre-Production, and Music Departments to create compelling show opens and headlines. Facilitated effective utilization of set design by guiding camera operators and directors to leverage multiple cameras, venues, and modernized graphics.Select Highlights:• Won 3 Suncoast Chapter Emmy Awards as Producer and maintained #1 ratings position throughout tenure.• Managed market-leading coverage of 2012 Presidential Election, encompassing weeks of pre-planning visualmaterials, thorough research into candidates, scripting for important races, and live election coverage.• Directed in-studio talent who reported results and off-site talent who reported from nationwide campaign parties.

West Palm Beach, Florida, United States

Directed the 2-hour long CBS12 News Morning Show. Assigned reporters to stories based on their abilities, interests, and availability. Managed editing staff and oversaw content produced by partner station, WFLX. Organized coverage of major stories, breaking news, and specials. Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current events and industry trends. Select Highlights:• Served as the Producer and Newsroom Manager for the CBS12 and WFLX Morning Newscasts.• Coordinated with News Director to establish Senior Producer role, which previously did not exist.• Promoted a newsroom culture focused on delivering accurate, concise stories on strict deadlines.