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Dakota Busch

Tampa,FL

Summary

Creative broadcast professional skilled in news production, local community impact, and sports storytelling. Enhances viewer engagement through entertaining yet informative content. Strives in a fast-paced environment and collaborates with on-air talent to deliver timely updates. Committed to informing the public on the most important information, for informed decision-making.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Television News Producer

WFTS-TV
Tampa, FL
11.2022 - Current
  • Produced timely special segments on breaking news and events, informing the audience on critical issues.
  • Crafted engaging news segments for daily broadcasts and special reports, enhancing viewer engagement.
  • Produced engaging sports segments for live television broadcasts.
  • Designed show rundowns to maintain broadcast flow and timing accuracy.
  • Created special segments that explore and dive deep into a focused topic.
  • Partnered with anchors to develop scripts and refine presentation techniques, improving on-air delivery.
  • Selected and edited graphics and special video effects.
  • Troubleshot and resolved production issues to execute smooth, streamlined programs.
  • Scheduled broadcasts and segments daily.
  • Researched and pitched news stories to anchors, reporters and other producers.

Associate Producer

WFTS-TV
Tampa, FL
05.2022 - 11.2022
  • Produced hour-long shows in a fast-paced environment.
  • Coordinated communication between production teams and on-air talent, ensuring smooth collaboration.
  • Delivered breaking news and timely updates to best educate the public.
  • Researched current events to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
  • Assisted in scriptwriting and editing for on-air presentations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism

The University of Tampa
Tampa, FL
05-2022

Skills

  • News production
  • Live broadcast coordination
  • Scriptwriting
  • Show design
  • Sports reporting
  • Editorial judgment
  • Story assignments
  • Audience engagement
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Mentoring staff

Timeline

Television News Producer

WFTS-TV
11.2022 - Current

Associate Producer

WFTS-TV
05.2022 - 11.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism

The University of Tampa
Dakota Busch