RESUME
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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Election Leadership: Directed 2016 and 2018 election coverage and coordinated with officials and partners to communicate accurate, real‑time results and insights.
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Crisis & Emergency Coverage: Managed crisis and emergency communications during major hurricanes, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and public trust.
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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
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Newsroom Leadership & Team Management: Led morning newscast coverage during leadership transitions, supervising 15+ anchors, reporters, and producers.
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Major Event Management: Managed coverage of major breaking events including the Casey Anthony trial and the 2012 election.
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Social Media Strategy: Oversaw and grew the station’s social media presence across Facebook, X, and Instagram, publishing real‑time updates to engage audiences.
Healthcare Recruiter/Human Resources
04/2008-12/2008
Maxim Healthcare Services
Daytona Beach, FL
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Operations & Workforce Management: Managed scheduling, payroll, and HR files for 80+ freelance nurses and physicians while maintaining HIPAA compliance.
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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
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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
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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
ChatGPT
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook
Adobe Premiere
Zoom
Cisco Webex
Slack
Xytech
Google Docs
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
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Introduction to Public Relations — Microsoft (Coursera), 2026
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Introduction to Corporate Communications — University of California, Irvine (Coursera), 2026
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Microsoft PowerPoint Essential Training (Microsoft 365) — LinkedIn Learning, 2026
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Amplify Your Critical Thinking with Generative AI — LinkedIn Learning, 2026
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Project Management Foundations Series (Foundations, Budgets, Ethics) — LinkedIn Learning, 2022