Tom Shine

Director of News and Public Affairs at KMUW 89.1 Wichita Public Radio
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(386) 825-5501
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Wichita, Kansas, United States, US
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Dana Strongin

Tom was a fantastic boss. He listened to me describe any challenges that came my way, but always pushed me to do my best. To boot, he remained nice and steady under pressure - a great example for any reporter.

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Experience

  • KMUW 89.1
    • United States
    • Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Director of News and Public Affairs
      • Dec 2017 - Present

  • Wichita State University
    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Adjunct Professor
      • Jan 2018 - Present

  • The Wichita Eagle
    • United States
    • Newspaper Publishing
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Deputy editor
      • Jul 2008 - Aug 2017

      One of two people in charge of all daily local content for print edition and digital platforms. Coordinated daily activities of about 20 reporters, including assignments, editing, coaching and budgeting. Directly managed Sports, Business and Photo departments. As part of leadership team, assisted with all hiring decisions and major newsroom initiatives. Helped launch and served as project manager on numerous new products and projects, including new newsroom software and personnel transitions. Public speaker and worked with groups on behalf of The Eagle. Show less

    • Assistant managing editor/Business
      • Jun 2005 - Jul 2008

      Created and launched Business Today, a weekly enhanced business publication, in September 2006. Created prototypes, hired staff, consulted on marketing plan, coordinated with advertising department and conducted reader focus groups in advance of publication. Led team in delivering daily and weekly news products. Interacted with business leaders and organizations.

    • Assistant managing editor/Nights
      • Nov 1997 - Jun 2005

      Senior editor in charge of the newsroom at night, including making content decisions for morning newspaper while covering evening breaking news.Consistently led team to meet daily newsroom copy and page flow deadlines.

    • News Editor
      • Dec 1996 - Nov 1997

      One of four people responsible for coordinating all content in the newspaper. Provided assistance in leading continued changes to digital platform.

    • Sports editor
      • May 1990 - Dec 1996

      Led and supervised Sports Team and managed a budget of about $1 million. Coordinated and managed coverage of two Final Fours, two NCAA baseball title games and more. Section received numerous national honors. Led Sports Team through initial launch of digital platform.

    • Assistant Sports Editor
      • Sep 1987 - May 1990

    • Sports reporter
      • Nov 1981 - Sep 1987

    • Police reporter
      • Sep 1980 - Nov 1981

Education

  • University of Michigan College of Literature, Science, and the Arts
    Bachelor's degree, English Literature (British and Commonwealth)
    1976 - 1980

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