Oversee production of daily 4pm newscast; Identify, research, & write stories for both broadcast and print; Pitch and prioritize stories; Adapt to change as breaking news develops.

Licensed Producer in Illinois and IndianaGenerate and followup on leads; Identify appropriate insurance plans for individual clients, families, and small businesses; Provide oversight of client portfolios; Build/Maintain customer relations.

Work closely with media specialists, public relations representatives, and local elected officials to generate story ideas and organize interviews. Work with local non-profit and community groups to create an engaging promotional segment for their services and special events. Redevelop and lead college internship program. Responsible for leading the development of a diverse team to create and broadcast 3.5 hours of news daily.

Research and write stories for broadcast. Strategically organize news stories to craft an engaging and informative newscast. Responsible for (5) 60-minute newscasts weekly.

Manage nightside crews, assist in long-term planning, sweeps planning and producing special projects. I also produce the 6PM and 10 PM newscasts. When producing I go beyond simply stacking the show, I organize and craft enticing broadcasts that engages the viewers with well constructed stories, creative graphics, and outstanding video. Communicate with newsroom and production crews to keep shows on time. Pitch story ideas, write, and edit video. ENPS and EDIUS knowledge. Promote and maintain multiple social media accounts to enhance newscasts. Experience with off-site broadcasts, extended special broadcasts, and live tele-a-thons.

Assist with daily activities of the company's CEO, coordinate and arrange travel plans, maintain schedules, provide high level administrative duties and perform clerical functions. Organize meetings and events on the CEO's behalf. Prepare daily slides for filmings. Maintain accurate expense logs.

Contracted Production Assistant for Chicago Land Area. Assist Casting Directors by organizing participants and distributing paperwork. Crowd control. Time keeper for auditions, keep an accurate tape log.

Quickly rose from Office Worker to Manager in one year. Oversaw production equipment rentals, basic training, and troubleshooting. Ensured operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements. Hired, trained, and managed the development of a team of 5-8 people. AVID knowledge.