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April Helm

Broken Arrow,OK

Summary

Dynamic media professional with extensive experience as News Director at KRMG Radio, excelling in content production and audience engagement. Proven track record in storytelling and project management, producing compelling podcasts and live broadcasts. Skilled in interviewing techniques, fostering connections with experts and community leaders to deliver impactful news coverage.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Scammer Stories Host

Self Employed Web
Broken Arrow, OK
02.2025 - Current
  • Interviewed experts, law enforcement, victims and advocates on how to explore options to battle romance scams

News Director and News Anchor

KRMG Radio
Tulsa, OK
10.2008 - Current
  • In charge of daily editorial meetings to discuss news coverage plans for upcoming shows.
  • Organized news coverage plans with reporters and anchors.
  • Recruited new talent for open positions.
  • Produced weekly podcasts featuring exclusive interviews with local leaders.
  • Presented daily live newscasts with breaking news and storm coverage.

5pm Producer

KJRH-TV (NBC)
Tulsa, OK
06.2007 - 10.2011
  • Created story ideas based on current events or trends relevant to viewers.
  • Directed studio crews during live broadcasts.
  • Scheduled on-air talent for live shots or recordings as needed.

Executive Producer

KLKN-TV (ABC)
Lincoln, NE
04.2001 - 05.2007
  • Coordinated sweeps pieces other special projects
  • Monitored all live shows and reporter live shots on tight deadlines

Morning show producer

WJTV (CBS)
Jackson, MS
03.1999 - 03.2001
  • In charge of overnight news assignments and breaking news
  • Organized live traffic reports

Education

B.A. - Communications, Broadcast Journalism concentration

Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS
05.1998

Skills

  • Interviewing techniques
  • Storytelling
  • Content production
  • Research skills
  • Project management
  • Audience engagement
  • Networking

Awards Community Service

  • Marconi nominee, 09/01/25, Oklahoma Women Want to Know Podcast
  • Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters, 02/01/21, Community Service Award
  • National Association of Broadcasters, 07/01/19, Marconi Award Finalist
  • National Association of Broadcasters, 09/01/17, Marconi Award Finalist
  • Advocating Against Romance Scams, 03/01/21, Board Member
  • Governor's Commendation, 03/01/09, Champion of Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Timeline

Scammer Stories Host

Self Employed Web
02.2025 - Current

News Director and News Anchor

KRMG Radio
10.2008 - Current

5pm Producer

KJRH-TV (NBC)
06.2007 - 10.2011

Executive Producer

KLKN-TV (ABC)
04.2001 - 05.2007

Morning show producer

WJTV (CBS)
03.1999 - 03.2001

B.A. - Communications, Broadcast Journalism concentration

Mississippi State University

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