EXPERIENCE

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KOMU 8 News  Executive Producer January 2025 - Present

  • Read, edited, and polished news scripts for clarity, accuracy, and style, ensuring they aligned with broadcast standards and deadlines, making last-minute adjustments as breaking news developed.

  • Collaborated with reporters, anchors, and producers to ensure scripts and video were in the show prior to live broadcast.

  • Quickly addressed production challenges during live shows, ensuring smooth transitions and uninterrupted coverage.

KOMU 8 News  Producer May 2024-Present

  • Wrote and edited multiple scripts, managed breaking news stories under tight deadlines, and coordinated with managers and reporters to ensure timely story submission before show.

  • Problem-solved production issues, making quick, effective decisions to keep projects on track during live shows.

  • Collaborated with reporters and anchors to edit packages, soundbites, b-roll, and create graphics for on-screen viewing.

KOMU 8 News  Reporter May 2023-March 2024

  • Pitched story ideas relevant to the area and collaborated with managers and producers throughout the shift.

  • Wrote scripts for a live show, shot and edited footage under time crunch, and reported live from the studio or remote location.

  • Communicated with everyone in the newsroom consistently and managed time efficiently while working alone. 

Missouri Business Alert Reporter, videographer, photographer May 2023- November 2023

  • Pitched story ideas weekly pertaining to my beat and communicated  with editors and other reporters.

  • Worked on visuals, collaborated with other reporters and shot and edited footage and photos.

  • Wrote and edited short and long form stories on statewide business issues, and picked up briefs on governmental releases.

Heidelberg  Server May 2024-Present

  • Took orders from customers, and alleviated any problems

  • Worked with others to make sure all customers were satisfied and were handled in a timely manner

ACTIVITIES AND LEADERSHIP

Women in Media President, Logistics Chair January 2022- December 2023

  • Created and organized meetings,  contacted speakers for events, and collaborated with other identity-based journalism organizations to provide various information to members.

  • Promoted organization through advertisements  and various fairs throughout the semester, and designed advertisements for social media.

  • Handled dues and budget requests, while keeping all documents organized, and checked members in before meetings.

Journalism Student Council Board Member January 2023- December 2023

  • Worked with other Journalism organization executive members and faculty to assign organization funding to different groups based on needs. 

Phi Mu Public Relations Chair January 2023- September 2024

  • Worked with other Journalism organization executive members and faculty to assign organization funding to different groups based on needs.