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Austin Walker

Summary

Dynamic creative leader with extensive media expertise, previously at WCNC-TV, adept at strategic communications. Proven track record in managing projects and building trusted relationships, ensuring timely delivery of engaging content. Recognized for fostering collaboration and achieving seamless execution in high-pressure environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Contract Creative Director

Grace Hill, Property Management
01.2025 - Current
  • Working with a team to create online training videos for leasing consultants on how to lease apartments effectively.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and seamless execution.

Reporter/News Anchor

WCNC-TV
04.2022 - 04.2025
  • General Assignment Reporter covering a wide range of stories, working with a team of people to make deadline every day.
  • Anchoring the Weekend Morning newscasts, and working with a team to facilitate a smooth newscast.
  • Creating an in-depth collection of vetted sources through positive/human relationships, gaining trust.

News Anchor

KXXV
06.2021 - 04.2022

Anchored 5, 6, and 10 p.m. newscast. Managing a newsroom and collection of reporters, navigating changes like breaking news. Scripps in-depth State of Texas Political Reporter. Building relationships with state leaders.

Leasing Consultant

TAM Residential
06.2020 - 06.2021
  • Facilitated smooth move-ins for new residents by preparing lease agreements and coordinating logistics efficiently.
  • Inspected properties before and after new tenant move-ins to schedule maintenance, cleaners, and other services.
  • Collected rent and tracked resident payments and information in computer system.
  • Greeted clients, showed apartment homes, and prepared leases.

Education

Bachelor of Journalism - Journalism

University of Missouri
Columbia, MO
05-2020

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

University of Missouri
Columbia, MO
05-2020

Skills

Creative team leadership

Strategic communications

Forming trusted relationships

Time management

Timeline

Contract Creative Director

Grace Hill, Property Management
01.2025 - Current

Reporter/News Anchor

WCNC-TV
04.2022 - 04.2025

News Anchor

KXXV
06.2021 - 04.2022

Leasing Consultant

TAM Residential
06.2020 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Journalism - Journalism

University of Missouri

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

University of Missouri
Austin Walker