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Cody Mattox

Cody Mattox

Plainfield,IN

Summary

A two-time Emmy Award winner with a strong background in media, PR, and journalism. Possesses a wealth of creativity, motivation, and a goal-oriented mindset. Over a decade-long career, skills have been honed and a unique ability to think outside the box has been developed. Currently seeking an exciting opportunity to utilize these talents and pursue a passion for content creation and creative storytelling.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Public Relations Specialist

Indianapolis Zoo
06.2022 - Current
  • My role as a PR Specialist is to be the Zoo’s leader in media relations, content creator for all social platforms and maintaining PR relationships with local tourism organizations, news media and travel writers.
  • Helped with photo and video production and performed visual and sound editing tasks.
  • Drafted press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information and supporting brand image, and worked with news media to spread positions.
  • Crafted engaging content for company blog, newsletters, and social media channels to drive audience engagement.
  • Built strong relationships with key media contacts, resulting in increased opportunities for client exposure.
  • Used various social media platforms for media and blogger outreach.
  • Developed comprehensive media outreach plan to increase visibility of organization in local, regional and national markets.
  • Collaborated closely with internal teams and clients to develop cohesive messaging strategies that resonated with target audiences.
  • Conducted media relations and responded to media requests for information.

News Editor

Wthr 13
12.2018 - 06.2022
  • My role at WTHR is to create and deliver television and web news content with visually striking and engaging storytelling
  • Understood director's artistic vision and maintained alignment with vision throughout editing process.
  • Contributed new ideas and looked for ways to improve content editing and processes.
  • Developed storyboards and shot lists to plan out shots and sequence for editing.
  • Reduced project completion time by implementing efficient workflows and prioritizing tasks effectively.
  • Worked with graphic templates and seamlessly inserted into videos.
  • Conceived, crafted and executed dynamic video edits to captivate target audiences and accomplish project objectives.

News Producer, Digital Content Producer

Nexstar Media Group Inc.
05.2016 - 12.2018
  • Produced high-quality news segments by researching, writing, and editing content for daily broadcasts.
  • Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
  • Wrote informative, entertaining and interesting stories to offer gamut of coverage to Terre Haute area audience.
  • Collaborated with reporters, anchors, and other team members to develop cohesive and informative news stories.
  • Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
  • Enhanced user engagement by developing immersive digital content across multiple platforms.
  • Drove social media engagement through strategic posting schedules, tailored hashtags usage, and engaging visual assets creation.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree - Communications

Indiana State University
05-2015

Skills

  • Public relations
  • Information gathering
  • Creative direction
  • Multimedia production
  • Media relations
  • Press release writing
  • Social media expertise
  • Problem-solving
  • Excellent communication
  • Creative thinking
  • Editing and proofreading
  • Communications development

Accomplishments

In 2022, I was honored with my first Regional Emmy Award for Best Health Story: "Janae's Journey."


In 2024 I was presented with my second Regional Emmy Award for Best Documentary Topical - Saving Species: A Indianapolis Zoo, WTHR, Indianapolis Prize Special.

Timeline

Public Relations Specialist

Indianapolis Zoo
06.2022 - Current

News Editor

Wthr 13
12.2018 - 06.2022

News Producer, Digital Content Producer

Nexstar Media Group Inc.
05.2016 - 12.2018

Bachelor’s Degree - Communications

Indiana State University

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