Andrew R. Thomas
Albuquerque,New Mexico
Summary
News Producer with extensive experience at Nexstar, skilled in creating engaging news segments and overseeing breaking news coverage. Expertise in video editing and communication enhances viewer engagement while maintaining high editorial standards. Recognized for critical thinking and adaptability in fast-paced environments, ensuring timely and impactful broadcasts.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
News Producer
Nexstar
Albuquerque, New Mexico
11.2021 - 10.2025
- Produced daily news segments for local television broadcasts.
- Collaborated with reporters to verify and gather news stories.
- Edited video footage to create engaging news packages.
- Managed breaking news coverage, delivering timely updates.
- Coordinated with technical staff to ensure seamless broadcast operations.
- Oversaw script writing, aligning content with editorial standards.
- Conducted research to support story development and enhance viewer engagement.
- Trained junior producers on best practices in news production workflows.
News Producer
Hearst
Albuquerque, New Mexico
08.2016 - 03.2020
- Produced daily news segments for local television broadcasts.
- Collaborated with reporters to gather and verify news stories.
- Edited video footage to create engaging news packages.
- Trained junior producers on best practices in news production.
- Conducted research to support story development and viewer engagement.
- Oversaw script writing, ensuring alignment with editorial standards.
Education
Bacholor's Degree - Broadcast Journalism
Edinboro University of Pennslyvania
Edinboro, PA01.2010
Bacholor's Degree - Communications
Edinboro University of Pennslyvania
Edinboro, PA01.2008
Skills
- Video editing and production
- News management and coverage
- Script writing and development
- Breaking news coordination
- Research and investigative skills
- Effective communication and collaboration
- Team leadership and mentoring
- Time management and deadline adherence
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Attention to detail and ethics compliance
- Adaptability in crisis situations
- Editorial judgment and decision-making
- Audio editing and sound bite creation
- Teleprompter operation and live broadcasts
- User-generated content management
- Interactive storytelling techniques
- Mobile journalism and graphics creation
- Fact-checking and news writing strategies
- Press relations and interviewing techniques
- Podcast production and newscast planning
Timeline
News Producer
Nexstar
11.2021 - 10.2025
News Producer
Hearst
08.2016 - 03.2020
Bacholor's Degree - Broadcast Journalism
Edinboro University of Pennslyvania
Bacholor's Degree - Communications
Edinboro University of Pennslyvania