Summary of Qualifications
- New media manager with 15 years experience in broadcast, print and Internet organizations
- Knowledge of HTML, CSS, XML, Flash 8, Photoshop and digital and audio production
- Award-winning public radio journalist with a background in cultural and political affairs
- Extensive computer skills and a proven ability to adapt to technological change
Professional Experience
Internet Broadcasting
Manager of Content and Site Operations, Hearst-Argyle Television
Minneapolis, MN
February 2007 to Present
Managed team of more than 30 managing editors and editors who were responsible for editorial coverage on 27 Web sites owned by Hearst-Argyle Television. Worked closely with Hearst-Argyle Television Digital to accomplish station group goals. Monitored digital metrics using WebTrends. Created and assisted with special editorial initiatives.
Executive Producer, News and Special Projects
Minneapolis, MN
January 2006 to February 2007
Coordinated and supervised national news coverage across nation’s largest network of TV Web sites for partners including Hearst-Argyle Television, Post-NewsWeek, McGraw Hill, Meredith Broadcasting, Cox Television and NBC. Supervised team of content professionals responsible for national breaking news coverage, digital video and livestream production and off-hours editorial support. Produced Web pages and Flash-based interactive graphics. Conceptualized and produced several successful syndicated Web channels, including PhotoVote, which launched in August 2006 and reached the 230 million-page view mark in early 2008.
Weekend Manager / Associate Content Director
Minneapolis, MN
March 2004 to January 2006
Managed team of national editors responsible for weekend editorial coverage for the network. Coordinated off-hours breaking news coverage and crisis management. Responded to inquiries and requests from station managers and managing editors. Supervised and produced livestreams and digital video and audio as required. Executed editorial projects as assigned by the NBC partner director.
Managing Editor
ChannelOklahoma.com, TheHometownChannel.com
Oklahoma City, OK
August 2000 to February 2004
Managing editor of Web sites operated by Hearst-Argyle television stations KOCO-TV in Oklahoma City and KHBS-KHOG TV in Fort Smith, Ark. Wrote and posted breaking news and other on-line articles. Digitized digital and audio for Web publication. Worked closely with station staff to accomplish online and on-air goals.
University of Central Oklahoma
News Bureau Director
Edmond, OK
August 1999 – August 2000
Managed news bureau for large public university. Supervised 7-person staff dedicated to public relations functions of school and administration. Co-produced television documentary commemorating school history. Produced weekly television show about campus activities.
KOSU Public Radio
State Capitol Correspondent
Oklahoma City, OK
August 1995 – August 1999
Managed legislative bureau for Oklahoma’s largest public radio station. Interviewed key state officials and policymakers. Produced daily reports focusing on state political and cultural affairs. Hosted weekly radio show on political events. Anchored live reports. Participated in live on-air fundraising. Co-produced The Voices of Oklahoma, a public radio series which raised $150,000 in grant funds for the station. Stringer for National Public Radio, Public Radio International, National Native News and States News.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
Stillwater, OK
Oklahoma State University
December 1994
Professional Honors
- Winner of Edward R. Murrow regional award for public radio series
- Winner of Scripps Howard award for public radio series
- Winner of several Associated Press and Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters awards
- Past contributor to National Public Radio, Public Radio International and National Native News
- Produced public radio series that raised $150,000 in grant funds for the station
- Honored by American Red Cross for community reporting following the Oklahoma City bombing
- Winner of Celebrate State Award at Oklahoma State University for radio achievements
Technical Skills
HTML, CSS, XML, XHTML, Flash 8.0, Photoshop, Homesite, Final Cut Pro, Vegas Video, Outlook, Excel, ENPS
*References Available Upon Request
