Kellie Burkett
Summary
Accomplished Executive Producer with a proven track record at Cox Media Group, elevating daily and long-term news production to award-winning levels. Expert in writing, live event production and fostering team creativity, significantly enhancing organizational development. Spearheaded high-impact projects, leading to top market ratings and increased revenue, showcasing exceptional writing and leadership skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Producer
Cox Media Group
03.2016 - Current
- Lead several teams working toward the daily newscast, as well as long-term projects and successful shows.
- Set up and conduct interviews. Write and copy edit news stories and digital stories. Write and copy edit long-term shows and special productions.
- Brainstorm with team to install confidence, encourage creativity and create an inclusive and successful work environment.
- Maintain and program 24 hour streaming platform.
Senior Producer
WSB-TV
08.1997 - 03.2016
- Produced daily newscast that was the highest rated in the market. Wrote and copy edited content.
- Wrote and copy edited long form news stories and special investigations.
- Developed concepts for half-hour and hour long shows. Conducted interviews and wrote content. Produced a final product that garnered sponsors and revenue for the company.
- Assisted the Executive Producer with scheduling, planning, organizing and maintaining unit duties and responsibilities.
Producer
WAAY-TV
04.1996 - 08.1997
- Produced nightly newscast. Collaborated on content. Wrote and copy edited the show.
Producer
WCTI-TV
01.1994 - 04.1996
- Produced daily newscasts. Coordinated stories and edited video.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Writing & Political Science
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA05-1993
Skills
- Live Event Production
- Writing and Copy Editing
- Scheduling and Timelines
- Staff Supervision
- Organizational Development
Telly, Murrow and Emmy Award Winner
Won several international Telly Awards for writing and producing long-term shows to air on TV and streaming. Regional Emmy Award winner for producing and writing newscasts, special investigations and long form shows. Murrow Award winner for developing, collaborating and copy editing human interest story.
Timeline
Executive Producer
Cox Media Group
03.2016 - Current
Senior Producer
WSB-TV
08.1997 - 03.2016
Producer
WAAY-TV
04.1996 - 08.1997
Producer
WCTI-TV
01.1994 - 04.1996
Bachelor of Arts - English Writing & Political Science
University of Pittsburgh
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