Frank Walter
O'Fallon,IL
Summary
Innovative Broadcast Producer known for producing compelling content with efficiency and creativity. Understand the importance of meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality. Skilled in scriptwriting, video editing, and live broadcast management. Excel at communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring smooth production processes from concept to air.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Broadcast Producer
KSDK-TV
St. Louis, Missouri
10.2009 - Current
- Write and produce Emmy nominated documentary 'Bringin' the House Down' in 2006
- Play a pivotal role on a high-volume assignment desk by planning and coordinating daily special events
- Write and market concise, creative and understandable scripts and web stories under extreme pressure
- Translate complex subjects and information into content that is easy to understand for all audiences
- Meet multiple deadlines by working closely with managers, directors, reporters and web team
- Captured and recorded raw video footage for various newscasts and features, ensuring high-quality production.
- Coordinate interviews and build relationships with public information officers and community leaders
- Engaged across disciplines and levels of company, facilitating effective communication and collaboration
- Manage and organize data gathered from reporters, public safety officials and production staff
- Developed knowledge of public expectations to effectively expand audience coverage and engagement
- Reviewed and corrected written content for spelling and grammar errors, ensuring clarity and professionalism.
- Organized and promoted KSDK's comprehensive coverage of Komen Race for the Cure, enhancing community involvement and awareness
- Prepared and assisted with election night coverage
- Able to adjust quickly to different work situations and remain composed under pressure
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, ILSkills
- Scriptwriting and event coordination
- Video production and content creation
- Media relations and audience engagement
- Time management and brand management
Accomplishments
- Understand lead times, soundbites, and how to avoid the "trash bin" when sending a pitch
- Ability to take complex corporate jargon and turn it into a clear, compelling narrative
- Expert at storyboarding, interviewing and managing a production calendar
- Comfortable working under extreme pressure
- Understand how to impact a Brand's image and promote it
- Experience producing video projects, social media campaigns, or instructional videos
Timeline
Broadcast Producer
KSDK-TV
10.2009 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville