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Andrew Fischer-Espitallier

Arlington,VA

Summary

Detail-oriented producer with exceptional news judgment and a passion for delivering fact-based news programming. Dedicated to driving audience engagement through compelling content. Experienced in short and long-term content planning, team leadership, and mentoring. Adept at effective communication, decisiveness, and fostering positivity in high-pressure environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Producer/Writer

Fox 5 WNYW
06.2022 - 10.2023
  • Built fast-paced and visually compelling newscasts to drive ratings and viewer engagement.
  • Proposed innovative ideas for guest segments to diversify storytelling techniques
  • Participated in editorial planning sessions, offering insights and suggestions for story development.
  • Worked under tight deadlines to produce editorially and visually compelling stories.

Executive Producer

NEWSMAX TV
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Crafted show content with network leadership and talent, yielding a 30% ratings surge in the first quarter.
  • Spearheaded production and editorial meetings with cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and innovation.
  • Led the team in story selection, guest bookings, building out the rundown fron conception to completion
  • Managed production schedule based on programming and network needs.

Line Producer

NEWSMAX TV
10.2020 - 06.2022
  • Managed the show's rundown, overseeing a team of segment producers, writers, and associate producers.
  • Timed newscasts in the control room during live broadcasts, ensuring precise execution.
  • Worked efficiently with director and production crew to ensure seamless execution of the technical parts of show.
  • Promptly resolved issues with assignment desk and control room staff to end disruptions during breaking news situations.
  • Streamlined show production processes, reducing preparation time and technical issues.

Segment Producer/Booker/Researcher

FOX BUSINESS
07.2019 - 10.2020
  • Pitched fresh story ideas to create impactful television and appeal to the network's target audience
  • Produced multiple segments on the day's top political stories to drive ratings and engage viewers
  • Conducted in-depth research using several platforms to produce comprehensive segment
  • Identified and selected compelling sound, video and graphics to enhance segments
  • Prepared written and video content for show's social media platforms gaining more than 100,000 followers.

Production Assistant/Writer

FOX NEWS
05.2018 - 07.2019
  • Conducted in-depth research to become an expert on assigned topics, producing clear and concise scripts that told compelling stories.
  • Collaborated with a team of writers and producers, pitching, researching, and writing stories for coast-to-coast coverage.
  • Attached editorial metadata to large volumes of incoming daily video, ensuring accurate and comprehensive categorization.
  • Monitored and maintained quality control standards for video, ensuring correct video and levels in compliance with industry standards.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies

University of California Berkeley
Berkeley, CA

Skills

  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • ENPS & INEWS
  • Breaking News
  • Team Collaboration
  • Leadership
  • Digital Content Creation
  • Segment Producing
  • Newsgathering
  • Research & Storytelling

Timeline

Producer/Writer

Fox 5 WNYW
06.2022 - 10.2023

Executive Producer

NEWSMAX TV
01.2022 - 06.2022

Line Producer

NEWSMAX TV
10.2020 - 06.2022

Segment Producer/Booker/Researcher

FOX BUSINESS
07.2019 - 10.2020

Production Assistant/Writer

FOX NEWS
05.2018 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies

University of California Berkeley

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