Grant Palmer
Oklahoma City
Summary
Professional TV journalist with record of delivering high-quality weekend news broadcasts. Known for in-depth research and compelling storytelling that resonate with viewers. Reputation for seamless team collaboration and flexibility in dynamic newsroom environments, ensuring reliable and impactful coverage.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Weekend Anchor/MMJ
KOKH FOX 25
04.2023 - Current
- Was an integral part in leading the weekend news team during the consolidation of Sinclair OKC and Tulsa stations
- Began anchoring weekend newscasts for Oklahoma City and Tulsa in December 2023
- Filled in at the anchor desk occasionally for weekday evening and morning newscasts
- Provided local coverage and reaction to the assassination attempt on then former president Donald Trump, provided coverage of the prayer vigil held in Wichita the day after the DC plane crash tragedy, covered the aftermath of several impactful tornadoes and weather events across Oklahoma, covered issues regarding homelessness in the city
- Mentored young producers on the weekend anchoring shift
- Worked dayside as a general assignment reporter three days during the week primarily as an MMJ, but sometimes paired with a photographer
- Fostered relationships and contacts in the community and promoted the station's brand at community events as well as out in the field on regular reporting days
Weekend Anchor/MMJ
KRCG 13
06.2021 - 04.2023
- Regularly anchored weekend newscasts, also filled in as main anchor several times during weekday evening newscasts at 5, 6, and 10 p.m
- Pitched and reported on a wide range of stories, from investigating a local hospital that shut down and had not compensated employees, to economic development and affordable housing challenges in Jefferson City
- Produced 6 and 10pm weekend newscasts and occasionally filled in as a producer for evening newscasts during the week
- Appeared at community events on behalf of the station
Political Columnist/Contributor
The Spectator, Valdosta
02.2018 - 05.2021
- Wrote informational pieces covering 2020 presidential debates, 2020 election cycle, and the Georgia Senate runoff races
- Received 'Above and Beyond Excellence' honors from the English Department in March of 2020
- Covered local VSU news, gained invaluable interviewing experience
Anchor/Reporter News Valdosta
Valdosta State University
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Hosted VSU'S 2020 election special and anchored weekly News Valdosta broadcasts
- Reported, created news packages, and recorded radio hits that aired on WVVS-FM 90.9
- Wrote news copy for each show
News Intern
WDHN
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Shadowed reporters, handled camera equipment, interviewed subjects, gathered B-roll, developed camera presence
- Put together news packages, worked in a fast-paced newsroom
- Wrote press releases for WDHN's website
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Mass Media
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA05.2021
Skills
- News Anchoring
- News Writing
- Deadline management
- Storytelling
- Leadership
- Avid Media Composer Editing
- Live Reporting
- Breaking News
- Strong News Judgement
- Broadcast journalism
Timeline
Weekend Anchor/MMJ
KOKH FOX 25
04.2023 - Current
Weekend Anchor/MMJ
KRCG 13
06.2021 - 04.2023
Anchor/Reporter News Valdosta
Valdosta State University
08.2020 - 04.2021
News Intern
WDHN
05.2019 - 07.2019
Political Columnist/Contributor
The Spectator, Valdosta
02.2018 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Mass Media
Valdosta State University
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