EXPERIENCE
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.