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James Johnston

Birmingham

Summary

With over 25 years of experience in the television communication industry, excels in fast-paced environments while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. As a dedicated Photojournalist, prioritizes technical proficiency and innovative storytelling techniques to ensure each narrative resonates with audiences. Engages daily in multiple interviews, both independently and collaboratively with reporters, demonstrating adaptability to ever-changing storylines and topics. Possesses extensive knowledge of various editing software and camera operations, combined with a commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology, resulting in significant contributions to live digital video transmission and the development of advanced broadcasting equipment.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Drone Pilot

CBS 42
Birmingham, AL
- Current
  • Operate and maintain station drone
  • Fly station drone to capture photos and videos for news coverage

News Photographer

CBS 42
Birmingham, AL
- Current
  • Shoot and edit news content; solo or along side reporter for daily newscasts
  • Operate microwave, satellite and bonded cellular Live equipment

News Promotions Producer

ALABAMA NEWS NETWORK/WAKA CBS WNCF ABC WMBB CW
Montgomery, AL
01.2015 - 01.2020
  • Plan, write, shoot and edit promotional content for On Air and Digital Platforms
  • Assist creative services team on commercial production
  • Work with news director to plan and implement promotional strategies
  • Assist production with event production

Photographer/Editor

ALABAMA NEWS NETWORK/WAKA CBS WNCF ABC WMBB CW
Montgomery, AL
01.2013 - 01.2020
  • Shoot and edit news content; solo or along side reporter for 10pm newscasts
  • Operate microwave and bonded cellular Live equipment
  • Assist News Director and Chief Photographer in mentoring and training news staff

News Photographer Editor

WBRC Fox 6
Birmingham, AL
01.2004 - 01.2013
  • Shoot and edit news content; solo or along side reporter for daily newscasts
  • Operate microwave and bonded cellular Live equipment
  • Edit daily newscasts
  • Assist Chief Photographer with maintenance of equipment

Chief Photographer

WAKA CBS 8
Montgomery, AL
01.2001 - 01.2004

Production Assistant/Photographer

WTVY
Dothan, AL
01.1999 - 01.2001

Education

Bachelor of Science - Broadcast Journalism

Troy University
Troy, AL
06-2001

Skills

  • Editing software: Adobe, Final Cut, Avid, Edius across PC, MAC and mobile platforms
  • Camera operations: professional studio production setup
  • ENG(electronic news gathering) or field cameras
  • Mirrorless/ DSLR action cameras
  • Drone operations
  • Mobile platforms

Section name

  • As promotions producer in Montgomery I was given the autonomy to create new styles and directions to promote the station and content.
  • While at CBS 42 in Birmingham I took on the role of Drone Pilot and have literally taken video presentation to a higher level.

Timeline

News Promotions Producer

ALABAMA NEWS NETWORK/WAKA CBS WNCF ABC WMBB CW
01.2015 - 01.2020

Photographer/Editor

ALABAMA NEWS NETWORK/WAKA CBS WNCF ABC WMBB CW
01.2013 - 01.2020

News Photographer Editor

WBRC Fox 6
01.2004 - 01.2013

Chief Photographer

WAKA CBS 8
01.2001 - 01.2004

Production Assistant/Photographer

WTVY
01.1999 - 01.2001

Drone Pilot

CBS 42
- Current

News Photographer

CBS 42
- Current

Bachelor of Science - Broadcast Journalism

Troy University
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