Kelly Haren Wardwell
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dynamic television news producer with a proven track record at CBS 2 Palm Springs KPSP, excelling in breaking news coverage and audience engagement. Skilled in script writing and editing, I foster partnerships and deliver compelling stories that resonate with viewers, while effectively managing tight deadlines and enhancing live broadcast experiences.
Experienced with producing high-quality news segments that captivate audiences. Utilizes strong editorial judgment to ensure content accuracy and relevance. Knowledge of coordinating with diverse teams to deliver seamless broadcasts.
Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Television News and Entertainment News Producer
CBS 2 Palm Springs KPSP
02.2004 - 03.2008
- Reviewed and edited colleagues' scripts for improved flow and voice.
- Improved audience engagement with proactive strategies across different forms of media.
- Delivered informative, relevant content by strategically managing stories and coverage.
- Managed all aspects of special projects, including coordinating resources, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Produced high-quality news segments by researching, writing, and editing content for daily broadcasts.
- Participated in editorial meetings, pitching story ideas while considering time constraints, available resources, and overall impact on targeted viewers.
- Wrote informative, entertaining and interesting stories to offer gamut of coverage to entire Coachella Valley area audience.
- Developed relationships with sources and community members to identify unique local stories of interest to viewers.
- Mentored junior producers in best practices for news production, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Stood in for missing reporters and journalists on specific segments.
- Fixed and set teleprompter for effective anchor use.
- Managed tight deadlines effectively, ensuring timely delivery of accurate and relevant news stories for broadcast.
- Coordinated coverage for upcoming events Including the Nationally celebrated Palm Springs Film Fest
- Coordinated live shots and interviews for enhanced storytelling elements within news segments.
On Camera News Reporter
CBS 2 Palm Springs KPSP
03.2006 - 08.2007
- Uploaded breaking news and updates to organization's social media and website accounts.
- Enhanced live news coverage by providing real-time updates and analysis during significant events.
- Collected data from various sources to determine facts and opinions and fashioned into cohesive story for television or radio broadcast.
- Presented news by researching, developing and covering field news events.
- Established credibility as a news reporter by cultivating strong relationships with sources and maintaining ethical journalism standards.
- Streamlined reporting processes with effective time management skills, meeting tight deadlines consistently without compromising quality.
- Developed original stories and curated content from national news organizations to provide wide variety of coverage.
- Conducted live and taped interviews to obtain information.
- Interviewed sources and developed relationships with informants to obtain vital information for stories.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZSkills
- Breaking news coverage
- Deadline management
- Mobile journalism
- Interactive storytelling
- Investigative journalism
- Script writing
- Interviewing techniques
- Live broadcasts
Timeline
On Camera News Reporter
CBS 2 Palm Springs KPSP
03.2006 - 08.2007
Television News and Entertainment News Producer
CBS 2 Palm Springs KPSP
02.2004 - 03.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Arizona
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