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RESUME

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Professional ​
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Strategic communications professional and cross‑platform producer with 18+ years of experience shaping clear, accurate, and compelling narratives for national and local audiences. Proven ability to translate complex issues into engaging stories across broadcast, digital, audio, and social platforms. Known for strong editorial judgment, collaborative leadership, and driving audience engagement through timely, mission‑aligned messaging.

Skills

Strategic Communications & Audience Engagement: Messaging Development, Narrative Framing, Script Writing & Editing, Executive‑Level Storytelling, Community Engagement, Special Events Communications, Short‑Form Storytelling

Digital, Social & Visual Content: Video‑First Storytelling, Multimedia Content Production, Graphic Collaboration, Social Media Content Strategy

Leadership & Stakeholder Collaboration: Cross‑Functional Collaboration, Editorial Oversight, Stakeholder Coordination, Crisis & High‑Pressure Communications

Work​
experience​

Cross-Platform Producer 

04/2020-04/2026

CNN, Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. 

Atlanta, GA

  • Producing & Editorial Leadership: Produced, wrote, and partnered with senior newsroom leadership on 800+ daily editorial packages for CNN national broadcast programs including The Lead, Erin Burnett OutFront, and Anderson Cooper 360.

  • Cross‑Platform Storytelling: Led production of linear and digital stories end-to-end, maintaining a video‑first editorial approach and collaborating closely with graphic designers to build compelling visual narratives.

  • Digital & Audience Growth: Wrote, produced, and edited digital‑first video content for CNN All Access across health, science, space, and breaking news, with select videos generating 30M+ social views.

  • Special Events & Breaking News Coverage: Produced special events coverage of major news moments, logging live feeds, identifying standout sound and video in real time, and building tight, deadline‑driven edits.

  • Audio & Narrative Storytelling: Wrote, produced, and edited the CNN 5 Things podcast for CNN Audio, applying sharp editorial judgment and concise storytelling.

 

News Producer/Election Specialist 

08/2015-04/2020

Graham Media Group, WKMG News 6

Orlando, FL 

  • Live Production: Produced fast‑paced daily news coverage in a high‑volume, deadline‑driven breaking news environment, helping the 6 p.m. evening newscast achieve the #1 Nielsen rating.

  • Election Leadership: Directed 2016 and 2018 election coverage and coordinated with officials and partners to communicate accurate, real‑time results and insights.

  • Crisis & Emergency Coverage: Managed crisis and emergency communications during major hurricanes, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and public trust.

  • Long‑Form & Original Programming: Produced original specials from pitch through final edit, including Generation Under Fire: Guns, Rights and Safety and Florida’s Dirty Water.

 

News Producer/Interim Executive Producer 

01/2009- 08/2015

Graham Media Group, WJXT The Local Station 

Jacksonville, FL 

  • Newsroom Leadership & Team Management: Led morning newscast coverage during leadership transitions, supervising 15+ anchors, reporters, and producers.

  • Major Event Management: Managed coverage of major breaking events including the Casey Anthony trial and the 2012 election.

  • Social Media Strategy: Oversaw and grew the station’s social media presence across Facebook, X, and Instagram, publishing real‑time updates to engage audiences.

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Healthcare Recruiter/Human Resources

04/2008-12/2008

Maxim Healthcare Services 

Daytona Beach, FL 

  • Operations & Workforce Management: Managed scheduling, payroll, and HR files for 80+ freelance nurses and physicians while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

  • Staffing Operations & Vendor Relations: Built and maintained relationships with hospitals, assisted living facilities, and outpatient care providers.

News Producer

05/2007-04/2008

Cox Media Group, WJAX/WFOX Action News 

Jacksonville, FL 

  • Show Production & Booking: Coordinated and wrote engaging stories for the morning show while booking interviews, musical guests, medical experts, and live segments.

Volunteer Communications Experience

04/2012-10/2012

American Cancer Society | Public Relations 

  • Campaign Content & Community Engagement: Managed media content for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign, supporting community engagement and large‑scale awareness efforts across digital and traditional channels.

Tools

iNews

ENPS

Microsoft Copilot

ChatGPT

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Adobe Premiere 

Zoom

Cisco Webex

Slack

Xytech

Google Docs

Facebook

Instagram

X (Twitter)

TikTok

iMovie

Social News Desk

Vertigo Miranda 

PS Express

AP Style Writing

Awards

Florida Association of Broadcast Journalists Winner

2019, Best Television Evening Newscast

Florida Associated Press Broadcasters Winner 

2018, Best Mid-Term Elections Newscast

National Emmy Nomination 

2016, Spot News

Suncoast Emmy Winner

2015, Spot News 

Suncoast Emmy Nomination

2014, Best Newscast

Jacksonville 48 Hour Film Festival Winner

2013, Best Short Movie

Florida Associated Press Broadcasters Winner 

2007, Best College Newscast 

Education

University of Central Florida 

Bachelor of Arts in Radio/Television Broadcast Journalism 

​2003 - 2007

SAK Comedy Lab University

Conservatory Program Graduate 

​2015 - 2016

Second City Chicago

Sketch Writing I

2018

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Introduction to Public Relations — Microsoft (Coursera), 2026

  • Introduction to Corporate Communications — University of California, Irvine (Coursera), 2026

  • Microsoft PowerPoint Essential Training (Microsoft 365) — LinkedIn Learning, 2026

  • Amplify Your Critical Thinking with Generative AI — LinkedIn Learning, 2026

  • Project Management Foundations Series (Foundations, Budgets, Ethics) — LinkedIn Learning, 2022

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