Jenna Webster
News Producer
Prior Lake,MN
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Morning News Producer
Eyewitness
St. Paul, MN
06.2021 - Current
- Compose and execute the number one TV News Morning Show in Twin Cities
- Remain highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results
- Localize regional, national and international stories
- Work with Reporters, Photojournalists, Anchors, Directors and Video Editors to create engaging and informative show
- Assist live, on-location interviews in plans for newscasts
Producer/Live Reporter/Radio Personality/Photographer
WDAY News
Fargo, ND
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Developed relationships with sources in government, local businesses, advocacy groups and greater community
- Researched and followed local news stories to determine what should be in newscasts and shared publicly
- Conducted live interviews with subjects regarding noteworthy topics relevant to viewers
Reporting and Strategic Communication Intern
WisPolitics
Madison, WI
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Gained valuable hands-on knowledge while refining writing, interviewing and copy-editing skills for state-wide publication
- Investigated and wrote articles while making networking connections with professionals in the journalism industry
Public Affairs Intern
Gunster Strategies Worldwide
Washington, C.
07.2018 - 08.2018
- Worked with companies such as Anheuser-Busch on nationwide campaigns to promote their products
- Assisted with creating content for state, federal, and international issue advocacy campaigns press, websites, and events
- Completed research on campaigns and their opposition to aid in creation of media, speeches, and other elements
Communications Intern
Office of Governor Scott Walker
Madison, WI
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Completed competitive analysis reports and research latest communications strategies in public and private sectors
- Drafted media advisories, press releases, social media schedules, web content, video and radio scripts and other materials
- Interacted with constituents, directing them to state resources
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism and Political Science
09.2015 - 05.2019
Skills
Highly proficient computer skills (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, InDesign, Final Cut andAudition)Highly proficient social media skills (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, Foursquare and WordPress)
Timeline
Morning News Producer - Eyewitness
06.2021 - Current
Producer/Live Reporter/Radio Personality/Photographer - WDAY News
06.2019 - 06.2021
Reporting and Strategic Communication Intern - WisPolitics
09.2018 - 12.2018
Public Affairs Intern - Gunster Strategies Worldwide
07.2018 - 08.2018
Communications Intern - Office of Governor Scott Walker
09.2017 - 12.2017
University of Wisconsin - Madison - Bachelor of Arts, Journalism and Political Science
09.2015 - 05.2019