Abigail Baucom
Mount Pleasant,SC
Summary
Driven production professional with decisive leadership skills developed over 2+ years in field. Successful at organizing and managing all areas of production, motivating teams and coordinating logistics with accuracy and efficiency. Talented in writing, correcting and shaping content.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Producer
WCIV ABC News 4
Mount Pleasant, SC
10.2023 - Current
- Supervised all aspects of pre-production tasks such as script development and stacking rundowns.
- Collaborated closely with line producers to manage day-to-day activities on set.
- Supervised team of creative and diverse individuals across varied job titles and professional delivering consistent feedback and positive reinforcement to maximize performance.
- Kept productions in compliance with network and legal requirements.
- Wrote, shot and formatted news stories for on-air broadcasting and digital platforms.
News Producer
WCIV ABC News 4
Mount Pleasant, SC
02.2022 - 10.2023
- Developed daily rundowns for newscasts by selecting stories, assigning reporters, writing teases and setting up graphics.
- Coordinated with photographers and editors on video elements for broadcast.
- Collaborated with assignment desk staff to ensure appropriate coverage of breaking news events.
- Provided guidance and feedback to production assistants in the control room during live broadcasts.
- Edited scripts for accuracy, grammar, clarity and style consistency prior to airtime.
- Attended editorial meetings to identify potential topics for future segments or programs.
Education
Bachelors in Media And Journalism - Media & Journalism At The Hussman School
University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC12.2022
High School -
The Davidson Day School
Davidson, NC05.2018
Skills
- Content Development
- Staff Supervision
- Story Development
- Producing Special Events
- Managing Editorial Direction
- Copyediting and Proofreading
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Journalism Ethics
Accomplishments
- Emmy-Nominated for 2022 Ready 4 the Storm 30-minute broadcast special
Projects
Ready 4 the Storm - 2022 Hurricane Special
Ready 4 the Storm - 2023 Hurricane Special
The Official Cooper River Bridge Run Live Show - 2023
Timeline
Executive Producer
WCIV ABC News 4
10.2023 - Current
News Producer
WCIV ABC News 4
02.2022 - 10.2023
Bachelors in Media And Journalism - Media & Journalism At The Hussman School
University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
High School -
The Davidson Day School