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Karen Church

2056028648
Birmingham,Alabama

Summary

Dedicated industry professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure free-lance writing positions. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Enthusiastic journalist/freelance writer, eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of tasks and training in writing. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in writing for specific organizations. Reliable employee seeking freelance writing position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

TV NEWS ANCHOR/REPORTER, FREELANCE WRITER

KHOU-TV, Houston, Texas, WCNC, Charlotte, N.C.,
KHOU-TV, Houston, WCNC, Charlotte, N.C., WDAF-TV, , Texas, North Carolina, Missouri, Alabama
12.1984 - Current
  • *Proven, award winning news anchor/reporter at KHOU-TV, Houston, Texas
  • *Bureau Chief-Galveston
  • Promoted to Full-time anchor, writer, executive producer morning and noon newscasts
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
  • Award winning documentary on next potential hurricane, interviewed survivors of largest natural disaster to hit United States. Galveston hurricane killed 6,000 people.
  • WCNC-Launched Charlotte's first 6p.m. newscast as M-F evening anchor/reporter.
  • Anchored Award Winning 6p.m. newscast in Charlotte.
  • Proofread copy written by colleagues to correct spelling, punctuation and grammar.
  • WDAF-TV, Kansas City, Mo.
  • Award-winning anchor for both prime time and morning newscasts.
  • Recognized by RTNDA for outstanding coverage on breaking news.
  • Rioters confronting Pres. George W. Bush at local church.
  • Delivered live reports from site of event and from mobile broadcast unit.
  • Responded 24/7 to emergencies and breaking news stories with strong sense of urgency.

News Anchor/HOST

WDAF-TV
Kansas City, Mo, Missouri
  • Drafted news headlines for broadcasting to capture listeners with clear and condensed writing.
  • Collaborated with producers and management to develop newscasts, promotions and teases.
  • Collected data from various sources to determine facts and opinions and fashioned into cohesive story for television or radio broadcast.
  • Increased nightly news ratings by 42%

News Anchor

WCNC-TV
Charlotte , North Carolina
  • Drafted news headlines for broadcasting to capture listeners with clear and condensed writing.
  • Deployed to news events locales to provide on-the-ground broadcast solutions and news coverage.
  • Collected data from various sources to determine facts and opinions and fashioned into cohesive story for television or radio broadcast.

Education

Master of Arts - Radio, TV, Film

San Diego State University, San Diego, Cal, US
San Diego, Cal, US

Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication And Rhetoric

California State University, Northridge
Northridge, California

Skills

  • Excellent Communication
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Team Building
  • Critical Thinking
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Attention to Detail
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Self-Motivated
  • Good Telephone Etiquette
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Decision-Making
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Written Communication

Work Availability

monday
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morning
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evening
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Timeline

TV NEWS ANCHOR/REPORTER, FREELANCE WRITER

KHOU-TV, Houston, Texas, WCNC, Charlotte, N.C.,
12.1984 - Current

News Anchor/HOST

WDAF-TV

News Anchor

WCNC-TV

Master of Arts - Radio, TV, Film

San Diego State University, San Diego, Cal, US

Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication And Rhetoric

California State University, Northridge
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