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Kenya Maxey

Birmingham,AL

Summary

Emmy Award-winning storyteller with extensive experience in sports, news, and entertainment television production. Expertise in writing and video production, delivering compelling narratives while managing projects under tight deadlines. Proven ability to create impactful stories that resonate with diverse audiences across various media platforms.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Long Term Substitute

Shelby County School District
Birmingham, Alabama
11.2024 - Current

Instructed Microsoft Software Certification course for high school students while facilitating student assessments and assignments aligned with school policy using various teaching methods including group collaborations, hands-on activities, and innovative multimedia presentations.

Executive Producer (Freelance)

Suntek Global
New Taipei City, Taiwan
07.2013 - 09.2013
  • Produced, wrote, and managed Suntek Global's promotional video campaign, showcasing the debut of their patented, innovative hair styling tool for African-American women.

Creator, Executive Producer and Director

City of Birmingham, Mayor's Office
Birmingham, Alabama
06.2012 - 08.2012
  • Developed, scripted, and directed promotional marketing video campaign for City of Birmingham, showcasing the Mayor's economic, educational, and social vision

Show Creator, Executive Producer

WBMA, ABC Affiliate
Birmingham, Alabama
08.2008 - 12.2011
  • Launched and managed first entertainment morning news talk show in market.
    Oversaw all production aspects, including hiring on-air talent and production staff.
    Produced engaging stories and segments that consistently boosted viewership totals.
    Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to create revenue-generating segments.

Senior Sports, News & Special Projects Producer

KTVI, FOX Affiliate
St Louis, MO
08.1995 - 07.2008
  • Executive Sports Specials Producer, Live Event Coordinator/Producer, VIP Guest Relations Coordinator/Producer, Sports Producer, News Producer, Internship Director, Researcher, Writer, Editor.

English Instructor

Lawson State Community College
Birmingham , Alabama
06.1994 - 08.1995
  • Designed and instructed college-level English composition and reading comprehension course, introducing students to various short stories by African American authors while guiding story conceptualization and writing through collaborative brainstorming assignments and personal journaling

Producer

WVTM, NBC Affiliate
Birmingham, AL
06.1994 - 08.1995
  • Oversaw daily newscast production by writing, editing, and presenting news stories.
    Worked closely with newsroom and production teams to deliver engaging content on schedule.
    Ensured smooth operations under tight deadlines while maintaining high journalistic standards.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL
12-1993

Skills

  • Broadcast journalism
  • Script writing
  • Video production
  • Digital and traditional media storytelling
  • Research
  • Content/Story creation
  • Project management
  • Live event production
  • Deadline management

Accomplishments

  • Emmy Award Winner
  • 2-Time Emmy Award Nominee
  • ABA Award (Alabama Broadcasters Association) Winner

Timeline

Long Term Substitute

Shelby County School District
11.2024 - Current

Executive Producer (Freelance)

Suntek Global
07.2013 - 09.2013

Creator, Executive Producer and Director

City of Birmingham, Mayor's Office
06.2012 - 08.2012

Show Creator, Executive Producer

WBMA, ABC Affiliate
08.2008 - 12.2011

Senior Sports, News & Special Projects Producer

KTVI, FOX Affiliate
08.1995 - 07.2008

English Instructor

Lawson State Community College
06.1994 - 08.1995

Producer

WVTM, NBC Affiliate
06.1994 - 08.1995

Bachelor of Arts - English

Tuskegee University
Kenya Maxey
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