Kaitlin Gruhn
West Des Moines,IA
Summary
Award-winning News Producer with experience coordinating daily newscasts, developing compelling story content, and managing breaking news coverage in fast-paced environments. Skilled in editorial decision-making, script writing, and collaborating with reporters, anchors, and production teams. Strong ability to prioritize multiple deadlines, adapt quickly to developing stories, and produce content that connects with diverse audiences across television and digital platforms.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
News Producer
KCCI
Des Moines, IA
01.2024 - Current
- Produced award-winning on-air and web coverage of local and national news reaching an average of 50,000+ viewers.
- Directed and supervised team of journalists, assigning tasks, providing guidance and feedback, and ensuring timely delivery of compelling news stories.
- Launched hour-long 9p.m. newscast targeting new audience in designated market area.
Sports Producer
Cyclones TV
Ames, IA
04.2021 - 01.2024
- Produced content for 9 university sports teams airing on ESPN+, ESPN, and ABC.
- Managed team of graphics operators, guiding integration of graphics into live broadcasts, reducing on-air errors.
- Collaborated with graphics operators to implement innovative graphics, enhancing production value and increasing audience retention.
Production Assistant
KCCI
Des Moines, IA
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Coordinated live broadcasts with up to 8 talent, ensuring seamless on-air transitions and achieving continuous high ratings.
- Collaborated with technical support team to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during live broadcasts, resulting in the elimination of downtime.
- Collaborated with technical support team to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during live broadcasts, eliminating downtime.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Journalism And Mass Communication
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 08.2020 - 12.2023
Skills
- Content production
- Live broadcasting
- Digital writing
- Copyediting
- Video editing
- Public relations
- Social media management
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Microsoft Office 365
- Team management
- Audience engagement
- ENPS
Certification
- Hootsuite, Social Media Marketing
- Sauk Valley Community College, Digital Media Arts
Timeline
News Producer
KCCI
01.2024 - Current
Production Assistant
KCCI
05.2022 - 08.2023
Sports Producer
Cyclones TV
04.2021 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Journalism And Mass Communication
Iowa State University
08.2020 - 12.2023