ANDREW WIELE
Andover
Summary
Dynamic photojournalist with a proven track record at KAKE News, excelling in video production and client collaboration. Adept at creative problem solving and team building, I enhance project outcomes through innovative ideas and effective communication. Passionate about mentoring and training, I foster professional growth and engagement among team members.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Photojournalist
KAKE News
Wichita
11.2025 - Current
- Captured high-quality video footage for various client projects and events.
- Edited raw video content using industry-standard software for final production.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their vision and project requirements.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Equipment Manager
Butler Community College
El Dorado
01.2025 - Current
- Managed equipment inventory and ensured proper maintenance schedules.
- Coordinated equipment usage for various campus events and activities.
- Assessed equipment needs and recommended purchases for improvement.
- Trained staff on safe equipment operation and maintenance procedures.
- Inspected equipment regularly to ensure compliance with safety standards.
shift lead
Bob and Luigis Pizzaria
Andover
05.2025 - 12.2025
- Monitored food safety practices and upheld sanitation standards.
- Assisted in preparing food items according to established recipes.
- Implemented efficient workflow processes to enhance kitchen operations.
Trainer
McAlister's Deli
Wichita
08.2022 - 04.2025
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development, and increased productivity.
- Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
- Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress, and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
- Enhanced trainee engagement through interactive workshops and hands-on activities.
- Facilitated team-building exercises to foster collaboration among department members.
- Streamlined processes for creating, updating, and distributing training materials, resulting in significant time savings for staff members involved in these tasks.
Apprentice
Ryan Lawn & Tree
Wichita
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary.
- Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.
- Adhered to company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines during daily work activities.
- Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
- Learned proper and safe use and maintenance of power tools, hand tools and safety equipment.
- Learned wide range of simple and complex techniques from on-the-job training.
- Observed experienced professionals in action, gaining valuable insights into best practices within the field.
Education
05.2026
Skills
- New hire training
- Planning and coordination
- Public speaking
- Creative problem solving
- Photography
- Videography
- Time Lapse
- Leadership skills
- Video Editing skills
- Speaking skills
- Acting
- Video Production
- News Casting
- Radio Host
- Video editing
- Client collaboration
- Equipment management
- Team building
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Client communication
- Project coordination
- Organizational development
Accomplishments
Journalist of the year
Timeline
Photojournalist
KAKE News
11.2025 - Current
shift lead
Bob and Luigis Pizzaria
05.2025 - 12.2025
Equipment Manager
Butler Community College
01.2025 - Current
Apprentice
Ryan Lawn & Tree
05.2023 - 08.2023
Trainer
McAlister's Deli
08.2022 - 04.2025