Experience

Kathryn Janicek Productions

• United States
• Professional Training and Coaching
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Media, Public Speaking, Executive Presence Strategist & Trainer | Founder/CEO

  • Jan 2015 - Present

  Available nationwide & internationally Kathryn Janicek Productions helps leaders elevate their executive presence and messaging so they can close deals faster, engage employees better, land more media interviews, and command the stage to attract more attention to their brands. PROVIDE EXECUTIVE TRAINING WORLDWIDE FOR LEADERS FROM BRANDS INCLUDING: Fortune 500 Companies Department of Homeland Security American Dental Association Peninsula Hotels Chicago Bulls Uber American Society of Plastic… Show more Kathryn Janicek Productions helps leaders elevate their executive presence and messaging so they can close deals faster, engage employees better, land more media interviews, and command the stage to attract more attention to their brands. PROVIDE EXECUTIVE TRAINING WORLDWIDE FOR LEADERS FROM BRANDS INCLUDING: Fortune 500 Companies Department of Homeland Security American Dental Association Peninsula Hotels Chicago Bulls Uber American Society of Plastic Surgeons College of American Pathologists We can help you: INCREASE CONFIDENCE ► Look & sound like THE subject matter expert ► Perform confidently & calmly when faced with probing, persistent & critical questioning ► Establish & maintain control whether it’s in-person, on the phone or an online presentation ENHANCE VERBAL & NON-VERBAL DELIVERY ► Prepare physical appearance, vocal delivery & body gestures/language for your audience ► Present naturally & compellingly IMPROVE YOUR CONNECTION WITH AUDIENCES ► Present in front of large/small groups & one-on-one more effectively ► Be more compelling, engaging & have better control of the room ► Create stories & presentations that keep audiences engaged Kathryn Janicek Productions is proudly 100% female-owned and operated and WBENC-certified as a diversity-owned business. Show less



International Women's Forum

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Member

  • Jun 2022 - Present

  Chicago, Illinois, United States IWF is an invitation-only global membership organization of more than 7,500 diverse and accomplished women from 33 nations. Our focus is on advancing women’s leadership and championing equality worldwide.



Hearst

• United States
• Media Production
• 700 & Above Employee

• National TV Producer/Writer for Matter of Fact (anchored by Soledad O'Brien)

  • Oct 2016 - Mar 2018

  Across the U.S. * 2018 Telly Award for Excellence in Video Storytelling I love learning someone's story - and finding what's in it that we need to learn. Take a look at some of the stories I've produced recently: http://matteroffact.tv/middle-america-new-hope-president-trump/ http://matteroffact.tv/overlooked-witness-emmett-tills-kidnapping/ http://matteroffact.tv/using-pulpit-raise-voices/



TouchVision TV

• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 1 - 100 Employee

• VP of Digital & Broadcast News

  • Nov 2012 - Jan 2015

  Nationwide On executive team that created a new national network based in Chicago and distributed nationwide through broadcast affiliates, apps and the web. TouchVision was the first 24/7 news and information service to air simultaneously across all platforms; on-air, online and mobile. Hired dozens of producers, writers, editors and photographers on a tight deadline before launch. Helped create the overall strategy, image, look, and feel for launch and beyond. Led day-to-day… Show more On executive team that created a new national network based in Chicago and distributed nationwide through broadcast affiliates, apps and the web. TouchVision was the first 24/7 news and information service to air simultaneously across all platforms; on-air, online and mobile. Hired dozens of producers, writers, editors and photographers on a tight deadline before launch. Helped create the overall strategy, image, look, and feel for launch and beyond. Led day-to-day operations for web and TV video features and series. Trained the entire team (many non-news people) and helped create systems to produce 24/7 news. Supervised team responsible for the TV news show available in more than 65% of the country (approximately 20 million homes). Show less



NBCUniversal

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 700 & Above Employee

• Executive Producer & Social Media Lead/Trainer

  • Jun 2010 - Nov 2012

  Greater Chicago Area • 2012 Emmy award for Spot News • 2012 Associated Press award for Best Newscast • 2011 Emmy award for Outstanding Achievement in Interactivity (social media) • 2011 Emmy nomination for social media coverage of a major political event • 2011 Illinois Broadcaster Association Silver Dome Award for Best Use of New/Interactive Media • Managed several projects/live shows/breaking news/web/social media platforms simultaneously while leading a team and protecting our brand • Served… Show more • 2012 Emmy award for Spot News • 2012 Associated Press award for Best Newscast • 2011 Emmy award for Outstanding Achievement in Interactivity (social media) • 2011 Emmy nomination for social media coverage of a major political event • 2011 Illinois Broadcaster Association Silver Dome Award for Best Use of New/Interactive Media • Managed several projects/live shows/breaking news/web/social media platforms simultaneously while leading a team and protecting our brand • Served on panels throughout the country mentoring future journalists/media relations professionals • Ran successful social media training sessions for entire Chicago station, trained talent on social media and coached teams at the New York & LA NBC stations • Created the Facebook page for NBC Chicago’s morning show. In just 14 months, it overtook NBC Chicago’s main Facebook page in the number of fans. Show less



WGN-TV

• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Supervising News Producer

  • Oct 2008 - Jun 2010

  Greater Chicago Area • Created new relationship with AOL News to dramatically increase page views on www.wgntv.com • Successfully promoted stories through social networking during the shows and throughout the day • Coordinated all exclusive polling with the Chicago Tribune and produce stories for all dayparts to advance next morning’s front page headline • Produced promos airing nationwide on all Tribune stations to promote new Food Network show, The Next Iron Chef (interviewed and coached all chefs in NY,… Show more • Created new relationship with AOL News to dramatically increase page views on www.wgntv.com • Successfully promoted stories through social networking during the shows and throughout the day • Coordinated all exclusive polling with the Chicago Tribune and produce stories for all dayparts to advance next morning’s front page headline • Produced promos airing nationwide on all Tribune stations to promote new Food Network show, The Next Iron Chef (interviewed and coached all chefs in NY, wrote, and produced each piece) • Oversaw story selection and overall presentation to deliver the most watchable morning show • Developed/produced stories for web & wrote/edited stories for newscasts Show less



CBS Radio

• United States
• Entertainment
• 700 & Above Employee

• Producer/Writer

  • Jul 2008 - Jul 2009

  Chicago, Illinois, United States



Hennepin County

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Spokesperson, Media Relations Director, and Public Information Officer

  • Mar 2007 - Jun 2008

  Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area My crisis communications experience includes overseeing all the international, national and local media when the 35W bridge collapsed into the Mississippi River. I was the spokesperson/media relations director/PIO of the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office. We were in charge of the search and rescue -- and I lead all of the media relations efforts including coordinating all local media for the U.S. Army and U.S. Navy during the recovery effort. Within hours of the bridge collapsing… Show more My crisis communications experience includes overseeing all the international, national and local media when the 35W bridge collapsed into the Mississippi River. I was the spokesperson/media relations director/PIO of the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office. We were in charge of the search and rescue -- and I lead all of the media relations efforts including coordinating all local media for the U.S. Army and U.S. Navy during the recovery effort. Within hours of the bridge collapsing, we had everyone from Shepard Smith to the president of the United States on site. As the media relations team (of one) -- I managed all media calls from the United States to Japan and Poland. • Served as Media Relations Director/Spokesperson/PIO • Managed all international/national/local media for 20 days after the 35W bridge collapsed in Minneapolis; coordinated all local media for the U.S. Army and U.S. Navy during the recovery effort • Created media relations department, launched web presence & public relations/communications strategy • Responded to and resolved all media issues (on-call 7 days/week) • Coached law enforcement agencies on managing media emergencies • Served as community liaison and spokesperson to promote and enhance agency reputation • Produced all speeches/messaging & created all news releases • Managed and increased all internal/external communications • Launched and managed all non-profit partnerships and programs • High-profile event planning Show less



MN Bureau of Criminal Apprehension

• Instructor

  • Dec 2007 - May 2008

  Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Developed lesson plans and instructed law enforcement on how to generate a better appreciation of the media and foster a more effective partnership. • real-world definitions of key media terminology and roles inside a newsroom • preparing for a taped or live interview • providing information to the media to prevent the dissemination of incorrect facts • giving better sound-bites • performance critiques



Hubbard Broadcasting, Inc.

• United States
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Executive Producer

  • Jan 2005 - Mar 2007

  Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States • Emmy award winner for breaking news • Created and launched two highly promoted franchises: “Fighting for You” and “Tracking Your Money” • Managed producers, writers, reporters, anchors and edited all news copy • Efficiently oversaw all aspects of several shows simultaneously • Conceived all graphics packages and preproduction; and used the web and promotions to gain more viewers • Story most proud of enterprising and field producing: It took months, but I gathered 50… Show more • Emmy award winner for breaking news • Created and launched two highly promoted franchises: “Fighting for You” and “Tracking Your Money” • Managed producers, writers, reporters, anchors and edited all news copy • Efficiently oversaw all aspects of several shows simultaneously • Conceived all graphics packages and preproduction; and used the web and promotions to gain more viewers • Story most proud of enterprising and field producing: It took months, but I gathered 50 computers, the attention of Microsoft and flew to Panama to deliver computers and school supplies to some very happy children. It's these result-driven stories I love the most. Show less



Fox News TV

• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 1 - 100 Employee

• News Producer

  • Jun 2001 - Jan 2005

  Detroit Metropolitan Area • Credited for helping drive more viewers to the four-hour FOX morning show • Responsible for story choice and overall presentation including managing breaking news from the booth • Produced all live and taped coverage for the North American International Auto Show 2003 and 2004 • Created the still popular “Money Savers” series



FOX13 Memphis

• United States
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 1 - 100 Employee

• News Producer

  • Jun 2000 - Jun 2001

  Memphis, Tennessee, United States



KLKN-TV

• United States
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Producer/Reporter

  • 1999 - 2000

  Lincoln, Nebraska Metropolitan Area



WCIA 3

• United States
• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Producer/Reporter

  • May 1998 - Feb 1999

  Champaign, Illinois, United States



WISN-AM Radio

• News Radio Anchor

  • 1997 - 1998

  Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States News radio anchor for the morning drive. Did you hear me? My professors did at Marquette University ... and that's the only reason they were okay with me walking in a few minutes late to Theology.



Fox News TV

• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Assistant Producer

  • 1995 - 1996

  Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States I didn't sleep much as a morning TV show assistant producer and fulltime college student - but it worked out okay...