CHRISTOPHER HANNIGAN FOX
Round Rock
Summary
Award-winning Network Journalist and Communications Director with extensive experience leading coverage of significant news events. Recognized for excellence in reporting, including high-profile interviews and legislative sessions, complemented by multiple industry awards showcasing commitment to quality journalism.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
AUSTIN BUREAU CHIEF, REPORTER, NETWORK CORRESPONDENT
CBS News Radio, Texas State Network, KRLD, KLBJ, WOAI
Austin
04.2012 - Current
- Led CBS News Radio coverage of Uvalde school shooting, President Biden's migrant crisis review in El Paso, and Memphis protests following Tyre Nichols police video release.
- Conducted hundreds of interviews with CBS Network Affiliates on migrant border crisis, election reforms, state abortion laws, and breaking news.
- Covered Texas Legislative Sessions in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021, and 2023, providing in-depth analysis and reporting.
- Produced long-form features for Texas State Network
- Best Beat Reporter 2013 Texas Capitol Beat, Texas Associated Press Award
- Honorable Mention, 2013 National Edward R. Murrow Award for Best Newscast
NATIONAL EXTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR, PUBLISHED WRITER, SPOKESMAN
Jacobs Engineering Group/Carter & Burgess
Fort Worth
01.2003 - 01.2012
- Direct Reports: 30: Local Office Media Liaisons, Business Development Managers, Division Marketing Managers Indirect Reports: 6: Local Office Marketing Managers, Local Office Marketing Coordinators
- Developed communication strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
- Managed internal and external communications across various platforms and audiences.
- Collaborated with teams to produce high-quality marketing materials and content.
Reporter, Anchor, News Correspondent, News Director, Talk-Show Host
Various Broadcast Media
- WBAP (Dallas), KEWS (Dallas), World Radio Geneva (Switzerland), WGIR (NH), WZID (NH), KAIN (MS), WEW (St. Louis), ABC Radio Network, Reuters, BBC.
- Awarded 2013 Best Beat Reporter, Texas Capitol Beat, Texas Associated Press Award, recognizing excellence in covering state government.
- Received 2013 National Edward R. Murrow Award for Best Newscast, highlighting commitment to quality journalism and impactful storytelling.
- Honored with 1996 Dallas Press Club "Katie Award of Excellence" for Best General Assignment, acknowledging superior reporting on diverse topics.
- 1995 Texas Associated Press Broadcasters Association Award, Best General Assignment, Division A
- 1994
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Political Science
Saint Anselm College
Manchester, New Hampshire01-1990
Notable Awards
- 2013 Best Beat Reporter, Texas Capitol Beat, Texas Associated Press Award
- 2013 National Edward R. Murrow Award for Best Newscast
- 1996 Dallas Press Club 'Katie Award of Excellence' Best General Assignment
- 1995 Texas Associated Press Broadcasters Association Award, Best General Assignment, Division A
- 1994
Other Broadcast Media Experience
Reporter, Anchor, News Correspondent, News Director, Talk-Show Host, WBAP (Dallas), KEWS (Dallas), World Radio Geneva (Switzerland), WGIR (NH), WZID (NH), KAIN (MS), WEW (St. Louis), ABC Radio Network, Reuters, BBC
Timeline
AUSTIN BUREAU CHIEF, REPORTER, NETWORK CORRESPONDENT
CBS News Radio, Texas State Network, KRLD, KLBJ, WOAI
04.2012 - Current
NATIONAL EXTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR, PUBLISHED WRITER, SPOKESMAN
Jacobs Engineering Group/Carter & Burgess
01.2003 - 01.2012
Reporter, Anchor, News Correspondent, News Director, Talk-Show Host
Various Broadcast Media
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Political Science
Saint Anselm College