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Maria Leaf is a seasoned broadcast journalist with extensive experience in news writing, radio broadcasting, and storytelling. She has led social media teams, anchored news updates, and worked as a reporter for various news organizations. Maria holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcasting from the State University of New York College at Oswego.

Experience

  • Washington Examiner
    • Washington, United States
    • Senior Engagement Editor
      • Oct 2021 - Present
      • Washington, United States

      I lead the social media team for the Examiner, so follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!

  • 630 WMAL
    • Washington, District Of Columbia
    • Editor/Anchor/Reporter
      • Apr 2014 - Present
      • Washington, District Of Columbia

      I anchor midday and PM Drive news updates, take care of all PM assignments regarding breaking news and make sure there are the proper number of stories left for AM Drive.On an average day, I direct a desk assistant and 1-2 reporters. I also prepare content for newscasts anchored out of market at ...

  • WHAM 1180
    • Rochester, New York, United States
    • News Anchor
      • Nov 2013 - Apr 2014
      • Rochester, New York, United States

      I was the Saturday AM anchor, with newscasts at top and bottom of the hour from 6a-12n. Also worked as a fill-in news anchor and filed stories for weekday use. Additionally, I anchored news updates and filed stories for 570 WSYR in Syracuse, NY.

  • Verizon Wireless
    • Rochester, NY
    • Customer Service Specialist
      • Mar 2013 - Apr 2014
      • Rochester, NY
  • SEPHORA
    • Rochester, New York Metropolitan Area
    • Cast Member
      • Nov 2012 - Feb 2013
      • Rochester, New York Metropolitan Area
  • Rivers Casino
    • Greater Pittsburgh Area
    • Player's Club Representative
      • Aug 2011 - Oct 2012
      • Greater Pittsburgh Area
  • WPXI-TV
    • Pittsburgh, PA
    • Assignment Editor
      • Nov 2011 - Aug 2012
      • Pittsburgh, PA

      Worked with producers and Executive Producers to set up stories. Assigned crews, Answered incoming calls to the newsroom. Worked to confirm incoming stories.

    • Reporter
      • Apr 2007 - Mar 2010

      I was a reporter in the field, covering everything from city/county government to crime, and the courts.

    • Anchor/Reporter
      • Mar 2006 - Apr 2007
      • Syracuse, NY

      --Co-Anchor of PM Drive newscasts--Also served as field reporter/producer

    • Reporter, WTOP/WFED
      • Nov 2004 - Mar 2006
      • Washington, DC

      Worked primarily as a reporter for WFED, covering news important to federal workers. Was also part of the live reporting team for the 2005 Presidential Inauguration

  • WGY
    • Albany, New York
    • Anchor/Reporter
      • Mar 2003 - Nov 2004
      • Albany, New York

      Co-Anchor of the award winning "WGY Morning News"Also served as Field Reporter

Education

  • State University of New York College at Oswego

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