Courtney Gartman
Media Relations
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Emmy Award-winning communications leader and CNBC Alum with over 18 years of experience in audience engagement and brand visibility across various media platforms. Expertise in leading high-performing teams and executing successful public relations campaigns. Proven ability to manage media relations for top-tier news organizations such as CNBC, WRAL, and WCNC.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Executive Producer
Capitol Broadcasting (WRAL)
Raleigh
01.2020 - 03.2025
- Led strategic editorial direction for WRAL's flagship evening newscasts, enhancing audience engagement.
- Directed a team of 28 communications professionals for brand alignment across on-air, digital, and production departments.
- Developed and executed innovative communications strategies that increased ratings and revenue.
- Established relationships with over 97 media contacts, securing placements on major networks.
- Served as liaison between editorial, promotions, and sales teams to ensure cohesive public-facing campaigns.
- Earned two Emmy Awards for excellence in editorial and broadcast leadership.
- Represented WRAL at public forums and community events to elevate brand visibility.
Executive Producer
Tegna (WCNC)
Charlotte
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Spearheaded rebranding and modernization of WCNC's morning newscast, boosting ratings by 67% in key demographics.
- Directed collaboration across marketing, creative, and newsroom teams to align messaging with public relations objectives.
- Evaluated scripts and story ideas for clarity and audience engagement to enhance viewer experience.
- Guided cast and crew on creative decisions to maintain high production quality.
- Organized production schedules, budgets, and staff rosters to optimize operational efficiency.
- Oversaw production schedules for news segments and special broadcasts.
Senior Line Producer
NBC UNIVERSAL (CNBC)
Englewood Cliffs
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Coordinated high-visibility segments for live broadcasts, including Fast Money and Squawk on the Street.
- Established relationships with guest contributors and analysts to ensure messaging aligned with CNBC's editorial standards.
- Mentored junior producers in project management and best practices.
- Implemented workflow improvements to enhance team efficiency and communication.
- Analyzed market trends to inform strategic decision-making and investor relations initiatives.
- Monitored stock price movements across different markets in order to assess investor sentiment.
- Attended trade shows, conferences, seminars related to investor relations activities.
Education
Master of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS 08.2006 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - English
Longwood University
Farmville, VA05-2006
Skills
- Digital communications and social media
- Marketing and promotions
- Investor relations
- Market analysis
- Media relations
- Audience engagement
- Team leadership
- Content Strategy
- Capital markets
- Strategic communications
- Writing and editing
- Strategic analysis and planning
- Research and trends tracking
- Process optimization
- Team building and leadership
- Training and mentoring
- Project management
- Work prioritization
Accomplishments
- 2X Emmy Award winner
- 4X Edward R. Murrow winner
- Magna Cum Laude Graduate
References
References available upon request.
Portfolio
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Timeline
Executive Producer
Capitol Broadcasting (WRAL)
01.2020 - 03.2025
Executive Producer
Tegna (WCNC)
01.2017 - 01.2020
Senior Line Producer
NBC UNIVERSAL (CNBC)
01.2013 - 01.2017
Master of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
University of Kansas
08.2006 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - English
Longwood University
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