Ariel Wiley
Blacklick,OH
Summary
Creative News Producer with 7 years of production experience. Successful in problem-solving and critical thinking with exceptional multitasking skills. Committed to accuracy and fast-turnarounds with honest and constructive employee feedback.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive News Producer
Spectrum News 1 Ohio
08.2023 - Current
- Lead a team of 6 producers and associate producers for weekend news coverage, morning and evening shows.
- Enhanced viewer engagement by consistently developing compelling stories that resonated with the target audience.
- Provided support during live events such as elections or severe weather coverage through effective coordination with various departments involved in the broadcast process.
- Fact-checked and confirmed breaking news pieces before putting information on air.
- Produced high-quality news segments by researching, writing, and editing content for daily broadcasts.
- Collaborated with reporters, anchors, and other team members to develop cohesive and informative news stories.
Senior News Producer
Spectrum News 1 Ohio
01.2020 - 07.2023
- Managed tight deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of accurate and well-researched news content for live broadcasts.
- Optimized resource allocation by coordinating between various departments, including technical staff, graphics teams, and on-air talent.
- Oversaw daily script revisions for anchors, making necessary adjustments for clarity and conciseness in storytelling execution.
- Raised viewership ratings by consistently delivering high-quality content that captivated audiences and drove engagement.
News Producer
Spectrum News 1 Ohio
10.2018 - 12.2019
- Developed newscasts for weekday and weekend evenings that grew viewership.
- Maintained strong editorial judgment by selecting relevant topics for daily coverage that aligned with station objectives.
- Produced high-quality news segments by researching, writing, and editing content for daily broadcasts.
- Coordinated work and supported anchors, videographers and engineering staff, producing 12 hours of daily content.
News Producer
WCMH-TV, NBC4
05.2016 - 05.2018
- Followed local events closely to immediately break interesting and critical stories such as the 2016 Presidential Election.
- Collaborated with reporters, anchors, and other team members to develop cohesive and informative news stories.
- Coordinated live shots and interviews for enhanced storytelling elements within news segments.
- Maintained strong editorial judgment by selecting relevant topics for daily coverage that aligned with station objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Communication
Miami University
Oxford, OH05.2016
Skills
- Mobile journalism
- Deadline Management
- Breaking News Coverage
- Video Editing
- Pre-Production Planning
- Multimedia production
- Editorial judgment
- News Management
- Team Leadership
Timeline
Executive News Producer
Spectrum News 1 Ohio
08.2023 - Current
Senior News Producer
Spectrum News 1 Ohio
01.2020 - 07.2023
News Producer
Spectrum News 1 Ohio
10.2018 - 12.2019
News Producer
WCMH-TV, NBC4
05.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Communication
Miami University
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