Amanda Gomez-Port
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Specialist
Town of Marana
Marana, USA
01.2022 - Current
- Lead digital communications and public engagement initiatives for one of Arizona’s fastest-growing communities.
- Develop strategic social media campaigns, video storytelling, photography, and multimedia content across multiple platforms.
- Coordinate messaging with departments during emergencies, infrastructure projects, community events, and public service campaigns.
- Create high-performing content focused on transparency, community trust, and resident engagement.
- Manage fast-paced communications priorities while maintaining consistent brand voice and accessibility standards.
Morning Anchor / Multimedia Journalist
KVOA
Tucson, USA
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Delivered live breaking news coverage and enterprise reporting in a high-pressure broadcast environment.
- Built audience engagement through on-air storytelling, digital content, and social media strategy.
- Conducted interviews and communicated complex issues clearly for broad public audiences.
Primary Anchor / Reporter
KION-TV
Monterey, USA
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Co-anchored evening newscasts and led special coverage for major regional events.
- Produced digital-first content and managed social media, web updates, and push alerts.
- Collaborated across newsroom, production, and leadership teams to deliver timely public information.
Weekend Anchor / Reporter / Producer
KERO-TV
Bakersfield, USA
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Produced and anchored weekend broadcasts while independently reporting and editing stories.
- Managed story development, field reporting, and audience engagement across platforms.
Anchor / Producer / Reporter
KXXV News Channel 25
Waco, USA
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Reported on community issues and breaking news while producing daily newscasts.
- Developed strong skills in deadline management, public communication, and live production.
Timeline
Communications Specialist
Town of Marana
01.2022 - Current
Morning Anchor / Multimedia Journalist
KVOA
01.2019 - 01.2022
Primary Anchor / Reporter
KION-TV
01.2014 - 01.2019
Weekend Anchor / Reporter / Producer
KERO-TV
01.2013 - 01.2014
Anchor / Producer / Reporter
KXXV News Channel 25
01.2010 - 01.2013