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Lakyra Banks

Weekend Anchor/Reporter at KHBS/KHOG 40/29 & THE ARKANSAS CW
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Experienced journalist and anchor with a degree in Broadcast Journalism.
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Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States, US
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Lakyra Banks is a seasoned journalist with extensive experience in multimedia storytelling, reporting, and anchoring. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Arkansas, where she was also the Yearbook Editor and Varsity Cheerleader. Banks has worked as a reporter, anchor, and producer for various media outlets, including UATV, Hearst Television, and KHBS/KHOG 40/29 & THE ARKANSAS CW.

Experience

  • KHBS/KHOG 40/29 & THE ARKANSAS CW
    • United States
    • Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Weekend Anchor/Reporter
      • Feb 2024 - Present

    • Multimedia Journalist
      • May 2023 - Feb 2024

  • Hearst Television
    • United States
    • Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Associate Producer
      • Aug 2022 - Sep 2023

      ◦ Produce detailed and logical rundowns consisting of all substantial news on the local andnational levels using AP ENPS◦ Write content in a clear, engaging, and accurate manner using AP broadcast writing style◦ Design visually compelling graphics to aid in story-telling◦ Compose web articles and content for the station’s digital platforms◦ Collaborate with reporters and anchors to meet deadlines◦ Contact sources and spokespersons to verify and assure the delivery of concise information

    • KHBS/KHOG-TV News Intern
      • Jun 2021 - Aug 2022

      ◦ Conducted interviews, wrote and pitched stories that were aired in the newscasts◦ Produced the 6pm newscasts◦ Attended court and communicated with reporters regarding substantial information to usedin their reports◦ Ran prompter, audio, and studio cameras for various newscasts◦ Shadowed reporters to gain a better understanding of on-air delivery and story production

  • UATV News
    • Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States
    • Reporter/Anchor
      • Aug 2021 - Sep 2023
      • Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States

      ◦ Pitch unique and compelling story ideas with an emphasis on student concerns and interests ◦ Shoot video, capture audio, and utilize interview skills to obtain vital information to createprogressive packages◦ Utilize Adobe Premiere-Pro to edit comprehensive and visually appealing stories under strictdeadline◦ Report stories live on-air and live-wrapped packages◦ Communicate with producers and directors to efficiently inform viewers of timely andimpactful news◦ Digitally present several news stories for multiple social media platforms

  • Emma Bowen Foundation
    • New York, United States
    • Fellow
      • Jun 2021 - Sep 2023
      • New York, United States

      The Emma Bowen Foundation works to increase diversity in media and technology.

  • University of Arkansas College of Engineering
    • Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States
    • Public Relations Intern
      • Jun 2021 - May 2022
      • Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States

  • The Razorback Yearbook
    • Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States
    • Social Media Marketing Intern
      • May 2021 - May 2022
      • Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States

  • National Society of Black Engineers
    • Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States
    • Parliamentarian
      • Aug 2020 - May 2021
      • Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States

      The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) is one of the largest student-governed organizations based in the United States. NSBE, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1975, supports and promotes the aspirations of collegiate and pre-collegiate students and technical professionals in engineering and technology. NSBE’s mission is "to increase the number of culturally responsible Black Engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community."

  • Norfolk State University
    • United States
    • Research Intern
      • Jul 2020 - Aug 2020
      • United States

      I am a Participating Cohort for the 2020 Accelerated Nanotechnology Training for Undergraduate Students.

  • Walmart
    • Maumelle, Arkansas, United States
    • Personal Shopper
      • May 2020 - Aug 2020
      • Maumelle, Arkansas, United States

  • University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
    • Pine Bluff, Arkansas, United States
    • Undergraduate Student Researcher
      • Jun 2019 - Jul 2019
      • Pine Bluff, Arkansas, United States

Education

  • 2019 - 2023
    University of Arkansas
    Bachelor of Arts - BA, Broadcast Journalism, Spanish Minor
  • 2015 - 2019
    North Little Rock High School

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