Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Multiple Emmy Awards, Edward R. Murrow and numerous other awards.
Contact
Languages
Education
Personal Information
Timeline
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JEFFREY PEGUES

JEFFREY PEGUES

Washington,DC

Summary

After more than 30 years of experience as a national and local Emmy Award-winning journalist, Jeff successfully launched a media content firm that leverages his unique skills in news gathering, storytelling, and delivery. Having lived and worked in major cities across America, Africa, Europe, and Asia, he possesses extensive knowledge of politics, world news, and sports. Throughout his career in journalism, Jeff has consistently excelled as a team player, meeting tight deadlines and conducting thorough research and delivering impactful stories, utilizing multimedia tools to enhance narrative delivery and engage audiences effectively. He views collaboration and achieving results as central to his approach and fact-checking is a priority while producing dynamic and hard-hitting content.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Media

Jeff Pegues Media
05.2024 - Current
  • CEO of the firm which launched in 2024. In the last eight months provided media content for clients including the International Association of Chiefs of Police. The organization has 33,000 members in 170 countries. Launched a podcast and created video content, including interviews with newsmakers.
  • Collaborated with teams to define, strategize, and implement marketing and web strategies.
  • Sought to boost revenue streams by identifying and capitalizing on untapped market opportunities in streaming and broadcast.

Chief National Affairs and Justice Correspondent

CBS News
06.2021 - 02.2024
  • Covered the FBI, DOJ, CIA, NSA, DEA and ATF for all CBS News broadcasts and platforms often leading network coverage on breaking news while also routinely offering exclusive content. Regularly appeared on CBS Evening News, CBS Mornings, CBS News Radio and CBS News streaming. Hosted SiriusXM radio show "America Changed Forever."

Chief Justice and Homeland Security Correspondent

CBS News
02.2014 - 04.2021
  • Led coverage of the Social Justice Movement for CBS News
  • Top correspondent on protests and investigation into George Floyd's death
  • Targeted the Russia Investigation early on for the network
  • Prior to the 2016 election, led CBS News coverage on terrorist attacks, mass shootings as well as police involved shootings
  • Managed numerous simultaneous assignments while maintaining a high level of organization and attention to detail.
  • Met deadlines to provide relevant information quickly to staff and general public.
  • Coordinated with fellow correspondents stationed abroad to cover international stories from multiple perspectives.
  • Established relationships with sources, leading to exclusive interviews and scoops.
  • Delivered breaking news reports under tight deadlines without sacrificing accuracy or quality of content.
  • Increased audience engagement by producing timely and relevant news stories. Delivered content to broad audience by simplifying complex information.
  • Collaborated with editors and producers to refine story angles, maximizing impact and viewer engagement.
  • Spearheaded series of investigative reports, shedding light on community issues and prompting local government actions.
  • Participated in editorial meetings to contribute insights on potential story angles and information gaps worth exploring within the community.
  • Covered a wide range of subjects including politics, business, sports, and culture, demonstrating versatility as a correspondent.

Transportation Correspondent

CBS News
06.2013 - 04.2014
  • Led network coverage of missing Malaysian Airliner MH380
  • Often led newscasts with coverage of downing of MH17

General Assignment Reporter (Weekday Evenings) & Fill-In Anchor (Weekdays at 11)

WABC-TV
06.2003 - 06.2013
  • Cultivate and tap local sources for exclusives, including: a state investigation into mysterious deaths during surgery at a prestigious Manhattan hospital, 2004; and broke the story of a New Jersey father's international custody battle against Brazilian authorities, 2008
  • Consistently demonstrate extraordinary research, interviewing and writing skills as a lead reporter covering high profile assignments during rapidly unfolding events: the crash of US Air flight 1549, 2009; the Republican National Convention, 2008; the San Diego Wildfires, 2007; Hurricane Rita, 2005
  • Developed strong relationships with community members, local organizations, and officials to obtain exclusive information and interviews.
  • Increased viewer trust by adhering to ethical journalism standards, verifying facts, and maintaining objectivity in all reporting assignments.
  • Investigated important community issues and put together well-received reports.
  • Built strong relationships with sources to gain access to exclusive information.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism

MIAMI UNIVERSITY
Oxford, OH
05.1992

Skills

  • Interview conducting
  • Editorial coordination
  • Public speaking
  • Content strategy
  • Podcasting
  • Media planning

Accomplishments

  • Part of CBS News team Emmy nomination
  • In 2017 was part of the CBS News team that earned an Edward R. Murrow Award.
  • Winner of Sigma Delta Chi Award from the Society of Professional Journalists.
  • Recipient of three New York Emmy Awards - General Assignment Reporter.
  • Awarded an honorary doctorate from Miami University of Ohio.
  • Appointed to Miami University's Board of Trustees.

Affiliations

  • NABJ - National Association of Black Journalists

Multiple Emmy Awards, Edward R. Murrow and numerous other awards.

The recipient of three Emmy Awards, numerous local and national Emmy Award
nominations, the Sigma Delta Chi Award from the Society of Professional Journalists, and in
2017 was part of the CBS News team that earned an Edward R. Murrow Award. All awards for breaking news coverage, live reporting and exclusive reporting.

Contact

Washington, DC 20010

Languages

French
Limited Working

Education

Miami University

Oxford, OH

Personal Information

Title: H Street Media Group

          Founder & CEO


Timeline

Media

Jeff Pegues Media
05.2024 - Current

Chief National Affairs and Justice Correspondent

CBS News
06.2021 - 02.2024

Chief Justice and Homeland Security Correspondent

CBS News
02.2014 - 04.2021

Transportation Correspondent

CBS News
06.2013 - 04.2014

General Assignment Reporter (Weekday Evenings) & Fill-In Anchor (Weekdays at 11)

WABC-TV
06.2003 - 06.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism

MIAMI UNIVERSITY

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