Mary Plansky
Boston,MA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record excelling in team leadership and complex problem-solving. Spearheaded innovative projects, enhancing team productivity and content quality. Skilled in verbal and written communication, adept at driving cross-functional collaboration and achieving significant efficiency improvements.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager Special Projects and News Partnerships
NBC10 Boston
05.2019 - 03.2024
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Planning Manager
NBC10 Boston
03.2016 - 04.2019
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining planning processes and implementing effective communication strategies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure projects aligned with company goals and objectives.
- Developed comprehensive project plans for successful execution, meeting deadlines and budget requirements.
- Oversaw multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to achieve optimal results for each assignment.
- Collaborated with company leaders to support consistency and best practices.
- Generated and analyzed POS reports to review sales by location and time for future planning.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Managing Editor
NECN/New England Cable News
05.1997 - 03.2016
- Established clear expectations for staff members, setting achievable goals that motivated them towards success.
- Championed innovative storytelling formats that captured audience attention and enhanced user experience.
- Managed a diverse team of writers, editors, and designers to produce high-quality content consistently.
- Conducted editorial meetings with staff members to collaborate and review proposed publication suggestions.
- Leveraged market research insights to shape editorial strategy specifically tailored to target audience preferences.
- Coordinated cross-departmental initiatives to ensure consistency in brand messaging across all platforms.
- Balanced competing priorities effectively while managing multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, fostering professional growth and development opportunities.
- Optimized content management systems for efficient organization and seamless publishing processes.
- Pitched content strategies and managed asset acquisition.
- Established and implemented workflows to streamline editing processes.
Assignment Manager
NECN/New England Cable News
04.1996 - 04.1997
- Conducted regular performance reviews of team members, recognizing achievements and addressing areas for improvement.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for the organization''s benefit.
- Established performance metrics and monitored progress, facilitating data-driven decision-making processes.
- Excelled in conflict resolution within the team when necessary, contributing to a cohesive working environment that promoted high-quality results.
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution phases.
- Fostered a collaborative work environment by promoting open communication and constructive feedback among team members.
- Served as a key liaison between multiple departments involved in project initiatives, fostering cross-departmental collaboration toward common goals.
Planning Editor
NECN/New England Cable News
03.1995 - 03.1996
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality editorial work.
- Enhanced publication quality by diligently proofreading and editing articles for grammar, spelling, and consistency.
- Kept up-to-date on industry trends and emerging topics to ensure the relevancy of published materials.
- Collaborated with writers to improve content structure and clarity, resulting in increased reader engagement.
Assignment Editor
NECN/New England Cable News
02.1993 - 02.1995
- Provided clear direction to staff regarding daily responsibilities, fostering a productive work environment in the newsroom.
- Increased story accuracy and relevancy by conducting thorough research and fact-checking before assigning topics to reporters.
- Handled multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
- Worked closely with legal teams to ensure all content adhered to local laws and regulations prior to publication or broadcast.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills in resolving conflicts related to story assignments or resource allocation.
- Maintained organized records of ongoing assignments to facilitate efficient updates on story progress throughout the day.
- Coordinated live shots and interviews with field reporters, ensuring smooth execution during broadcasts.
- Collaborated with producers, reporters, and photographers for optimal story coverage and team productivity.
- Reviewed incoming press releases for newsworthiness while keeping editorial vision in mind.
- Managed tight deadlines effectively by prioritizing assignments based on importance, resources, and time constraints.
- Confirmed information about breaking news and dispatched crews with urgency.
- Assembled daily news assignments for reporters and photographers.
- Updated senior management regularly on potential breaking stories or issues affecting content delivery schedules.
- Promoted teamwork through effective collaboration between editors, reporters, photographers, and producers leading to better overall news packages.
- Assisted in finding stories, doing research and tracking story ideas in assignment desk computer with emphasis on key brand points.
- Established and implemented workflows to streamline editing processes.
- Conducted editorial meetings with staff members to collaborate and review proposed publication suggestions.
Assignment Editor
WFSB Channel 3 Eyewitness News
06.1989 - 01.1993
- Provided clear direction to staff regarding daily responsibilities, fostering a productive work environment in the newsroom.
- Increased story accuracy and relevancy by conducting thorough research and fact-checking before assigning topics to reporters.
- Handled multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
- Collaborated with producers, reporters, and photographers for optimal story coverage and team productivity.
Reporter/Fill-in Anchor
WZFM-FM
06.1988 - 04.1989
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication/Media Studies
Fordham University
Bronx, NY05-1989
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Staff Management
- Strategic Planning
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Project Management
- Staff Development
- Schedule Preparation
- Policy Implementation
- Performance Evaluations
- Decision-Making
- Effective Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem Resolution
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Positive Attitude
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Problem-Solving
- Excellent Communication
- Team Development
- Relationship Building
AWARDS
2023 Regional Edward R.Murrow, Overall Excellence, Team member and award submitter
2021 Regional Edward R.Murrow, Overall Excellence, Team member and award submitter
2006 National Edward R. Murrow, producer documentary, “Way to Live: The John Kach Story”
2006 National Gabriel, producer documentary “Way to Live: The John Kach Story”
2006 New England Emmy Outstanding Documentary , producer “Way to Live: The John Kach Story”
2001 New England Emmy Outstanding Documentary, EP, “Coming Home: The John Kach Story”
2001 Regional Edward R. Murrow, Executive Producer, “Coming Home: The John Kach Story”
1998 Emmy nomination Outstanding News Special Event “USS Constitution Sails”
Timeline
Manager Special Projects and News Partnerships
NBC10 Boston
05.2019 - 03.2024
Planning Manager
NBC10 Boston
03.2016 - 04.2019
Managing Editor
NECN/New England Cable News
05.1997 - 03.2016
Assignment Manager
NECN/New England Cable News
04.1996 - 04.1997
Planning Editor
NECN/New England Cable News
03.1995 - 03.1996
Assignment Editor
NECN/New England Cable News
02.1993 - 02.1995
Assignment Editor
WFSB Channel 3 Eyewitness News
06.1989 - 01.1993
Reporter/Fill-in Anchor
WZFM-FM
06.1988 - 04.1989
Bachelor of Arts - Communication/Media Studies
Fordham University
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