Chief Photojournalist

• Jun 2017 - Present

Responsible for working with reporters or independently on daily news gathering from the field. Special project shoots and long form story video editing. Getting updated and accurate story information to our newsroom for use on-air and online. Set-up of both ENG and SNG live shots on a regular basis. Program planning for both live and taped special events. Minor equipment acquisitions and budgeting. Hiring, training, and evaluation of photojournalist and reporting staff. Implementing and training of staff on new equipment/technology as well as updates on existing systems. * ENG Cameras (Panasonic, Sony and JVC)* News Gathering From The Field* Microwave/Satellite Truck Operation* Video Editing with Edius and Premiere* 3 Point Lighting* Live and Studio Video/Audio* Interview Techniques Show less

Operations Manager

• Jun 2013 - Jun 2017

Responsible for running editorial and logistical plans for daily news coverage. Working with ENG/SNG operators to tune both microwave and satellite transmissions. Daily coordination with Raycom/NBC for content and coverage. Program planning for both live and taped special events. Minor equipment acquisitions and budgeting. Hiring, training, and evaluation of production staff. Implementing and training of staff on new equipment/technology as well as updates on existing systems.  Bitcentral Précis/Oasis Archiving Regional/National Content Coordinator NUCOMM Microwave Transmission AP ENPS Video Asset Maintenance and Encoding  Production Staff Supervisor/Evaluation Audio Board Operations Chyron Graphics Operations Show less

Photojournalist

• Jan 2010 - Jun 2013

Responsible for working with reporters or independently on daily news gathering from the field. Getting updated and accurate story information to our newsroom for use on-air and online. Set-up of both ENG and SNG live shots on a regular basis. ENG Cameras (Panasonic, Sony and JVC) News Gathering From The Field Microwave/Satellite Truck Operation Video Editing with Edius 3 Point Lighting Live and Studio Video/Audio Interview Techniques

Assignment Manager

• Apr 2006 - Dec 2009

Worked collaboratively with reporters and producers to form daily news coverage plans. Provided regular updates to newsroom staff about both breaking and developing news. Regular communication with media contacts. Keeping up on all the latest headlines around the state and country. Lead the editorial staff meeting to discuss and plan content for the day Keeping up with the latest headlines React to breaking news and deploy the necessary resources Follow news tips and confirm information with appropriate contacts Show less

Chief Editor

• Jul 1999 - Apr 2006

Video Editor

• Oct 1997 - Jul 1999