Lexi M. Volcik
Tyler,TX
Summary
Professional with extensive background in producing engaging and impactful news content. Demonstrates strong leadership in managing editorial teams and coordinating with various departments to ensure timely and accurate delivery of news stories. Skilled in scriptwriting, live broadcasting, and digital media production. Known for adaptability in fast-paced environments and strong focus on collaboration and achieving results.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
News Producer
Kytx Cbs 19
2024 - Current
- Developed and pitched engaging story ideas to enhance program content quality.
- Coordinated with reporters and editors to ensure timely news coverage.
- Researched current events to provide accurate information for on-air talent.
- Assisted in training junior producers on production techniques and best practices.
- Reviewed and edited colleagues' scripts for improved flow and voice.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
- Coordinated live shots and interviews for enhanced storytelling elements within news segments.
- Participated in editorial meetings, pitching story ideas while considering time constraints, available resources, and overall impact on targeted viewers.
- Addressed any last-minute changes or breaking news situations calmly and efficiently, maintaining accuracy throughout broadcasts.
- Provided support during live events such as elections or severe weather coverage through effective coordination with various departments involved in the broadcast process.
- Managed news production with organized mindset, presenting cohesive sequences to audiences.
- Coordinated work and supported anchors, videographers and engineering staff, producing 2 hours of daily content.
Associate News Producer/News Producer
KHOU 11
01.2022 - 2024
- Produced daily half-hour and 1 hour shows
- Produced weekend 1 hour and 1 ½ hour shows
- Conducted Interviews via zoom for Broadcast
- Produced special weekly segments
- Produced special segments remotely
- Produced engaging news segments by collaborating with reporters and editors to ensure timely delivery.
- Coordinated breaking news coverage, managing logistics and resources for live broadcasts.
- Led special projects, coordinating efforts among various departments to achieve strategic goals.
- Managed time-sensitive deadlines under pressure ensuring all segments were ready prior to broadcast.
- Pitched compelling story ideas during editorial meetings, contributing to the overall success of the news team.
Education
Master of Arts - Mass Communications
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX12-2021
Skills
- News production
- Story development
- Live broadcast coordination
- Script editing
- Breaking news management
- Project leadership
- Editorial pitching
- Visual storytelling methods
- Training junior producers
- Video editing
- ENPS
- Edius
Timeline
Associate News Producer/News Producer
KHOU 11
01.2022 - 2024
News Producer
Kytx Cbs 19
2024 - Current
Master of Arts - Mass Communications
Stephen F. Austin State University
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications
Stephen F. Austin State University