James Roberts Email & Phone Number

Topeka, Kansas, United States

- Serves as Public Information Officer for KDHE’s Preparedness Program- Works as a bridge between the Preparedness Program and KDHE’s Communications Team- Works with Deputy Communications Director to edit and approve documents and PowerPoints presentations- Works with Graphic Designers to develop and approve graphics and other marketing materials for Preparedness Program- Makes website updates for the Bureau of Community Health Systems and the Bureau of Facilities and Licensing- Organizes and hosts monthly COVID-19 update webinars for local partners across the state of Kansas- Hosts communications related trainings for statewide partners in the form of annual webinars- Takes part in Wolf Creek exercises with leaders from KDHE and other state officials- Serves as a backup administrator for the Kansas Health Alert Network (KS-HAN)- Serves on the Employee Engagement and Recognition Committee

Topeka, Kansas, United States

- Developed content for KSNT News and FOX 43 News- Worked with news director and producers to cover a live story and multiple anchor-read stories each day- Monitored scanner traffic and social media for breaking news- Responded to breaking news events and worked with the web desk to get the most up-to-date information on the website- Went live on Facebook and update Twitter with the latest information from breaking news scene- Monitored media releases, local newspapers, blogs, Facebook groups, and events to identify stories that need to be covered- Checked city council, county commission, statehouse committee agendas to identify issues that will impact viewers

Lawrence, Kansas, United States

- Created content for television, website, and social media- Monitored social media, booking, and call logs for breaking news- Reported in the studio for WOW! 6 News at 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.- Developed strong ties with city, county, and local school officials

Manhattan, Kansas

• Gained diverse experience through the departments wide range of clients• Assisted in scripted studio work, live broadcast, as well as electronic production in the field.• Worked as a team in the field and as a solo editor.

Manhattan, Kansas

• Producer/Camera/Audio/Talent• Kansas State University’s only student-run film/video production crew• Worked both multi-camera live events as well as post-event coverage• Followed ideas through pitch, production and post-production stages

Manhattan, Kansas

• Anchor/Reporter/Sports/Weather/Camera• Channel 8 News – Manhattan/Riley County’s only television newscast• Weekly half-hour live television news show• Real life experience in a deadline driven and team-oriented environment