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MARTIN F. STAUNTON

Princeton,West Virginia

Summary

Ambitious News Anchor with extensive knowledge of video editing and excellent on-camera skills. Adept at both teleprompter use and ad-libbing for dynamic story reporting. Committed to bringing audiences accurate and interesting breaking news. Strengths include robust analytical skills, delivering compelling stories with clarity and poise, and adapting to fast-paced news environments. Previous work has demonstrated strong leadership, teamwork abilities, and significant contributions to ratings growth.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Editor/Evening News Anchor

WVVA-TV
Bluefield, WV
12.2019 - 12.2024
  • Developed editorial strategies to ensure that all content is accurate, timely, relevant, and in line with the organization's mission.
  • Produce and anchor 6, 10, and 11pm newscasts.
  • Select, produce, and report bi-monthly 'Hometown Hero' segment.
  • Proofreading and editing package scripts.
  • Assist MMJ's in developing concise, compelling, and accurate storytelling.
  • Provided feedback on broadcast stories.

General Assignment Reporter

WSAV-TV
Savannah, GA
09.2013 - 12.2019
  • Developed and wrote stories for daily news broadcasts.
  • Conducted interviews with sources to obtain relevant information for broadcast stories.
  • Live coverage for breaking news.
  • Researched facts, figures and background information on assigned topics.
  • Analyzed data, trends and events to develop story ideas.

Evening News Anchor

WVNS-TV
Ghent, WV
12.2007 - 02.2012
  • Conducted interviews with key figures and sources to obtain information for stories.
  • Developed and wrote scripts for nightly news segments.
  • Conducted live interviews with celebrities, politicians and other newsmakers.
  • Statewide reporting via helicopter out of the State Capital.
  • Produced in-depth reports on current events and breaking news.

General/Statewide Reporter

WOWK-TV
Charleston, WV
08.2002 - 12.2007
  • Conducted interviews with key figures and sources to obtain information for stories.
  • Gathered facts from multiple sources and traveled statewide via helicopter to complete reports.
  • Attended press conferences, briefings and other events to stay current on newsworthy topics.

Weekend Anchor/News Manager

WCHS-TV
Charleston, West Virginia
09.1993 - 08.2002
  • Deployed to news events locales to provide on-the-ground broadcast solutions and news coverage.
  • Anchored popular broadcast program with good ratings and audience engagement.
  • Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
  • Covered special events and breaking news with eye for detail and tenacious pursuit of important information.

6 & 11 PM News Producer/Feature Reporter

WOAY-TV
Oak Hill, West Virginia
03.1990 - 09.1993
  • Managed news production with organized mindset, presenting cohesive sequences to audiences.
  • Boosted audience numbers by enhancing marketing without exceeding budget targets.
  • Reviewed and edited colleagues' scripts for improved flow and voice.
  • Stood in for missing reporters and journalists on specific segments.
  • Fixed and set teleprompter for effective anchor use.
  • Followed local events closely to immediately break interesting and critical stories such as [Type].
  • Coordinated coverage for upcoming events.

Radio Jockey

WWNR-AM
Beckley, West Virginia
03.1986 - 03.1990
  • Played songs fitting station's format and monitored each song's length to avoid dead air.
  • Engaged guests at special events by playing fun, lively songs and encouraging dancing.
  • Prepared [Number] daily stories to discuss during broadcasts.
  • Participated in community events and fundraisers and professionally represented station.
  • Played music tracks from playlists provided by station management.
  • Answered listener calls regarding song requests, giveaways and commentary.
  • Announced station programming information, schedules and station breaks.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications concentration

West Virginia State University
Institute, WV
05-2001

Skills

  • Deadline-driven
  • Leadership and task delegation
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Planning and coordination
  • Fact-checking
  • Superior copywriting and editing skills

Timeline

Managing Editor/Evening News Anchor

WVVA-TV
12.2019 - 12.2024

General Assignment Reporter

WSAV-TV
09.2013 - 12.2019

Evening News Anchor

WVNS-TV
12.2007 - 02.2012

General/Statewide Reporter

WOWK-TV
08.2002 - 12.2007

Weekend Anchor/News Manager

WCHS-TV
09.1993 - 08.2002

6 & 11 PM News Producer/Feature Reporter

WOAY-TV
03.1990 - 09.1993

Radio Jockey

WWNR-AM
03.1986 - 03.1990

Bachelor of Arts - Communications concentration

West Virginia State University

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