Paul M. Meister
Wichita
Summary
Experienced with leading editorial teams and shaping content strategy. Utilizes exceptional organizational and communication skills to ensure timely and high-quality publications. Track record of fostering team collaboration and driving content excellence in dynamic publishing environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Editor
KAKE News
Wichita, KS
01.2025 - Current
- Lead editorial team in developing engaging content for broadcast and digital platforms.
- Oversee daily news coverage, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of stories.
- Collaborate with producers to refine story angles and enhance viewer engagement.
- Mentor junior reporters, providing feedback on writing and reporting standards.
- Directed content updates and engagement strategies for station website and social media platforms to foster audience interaction.
- Produced compelling news stories by effectively managing research and editing workflows. Enhanced news articles through thorough content generation and editing. Achieved high editorial standards in news production through strategic oversight of research and editing.
Digital Content Manager
KAKE News
01.2016 - 01.2025
- Orchestrated daily planning of digital news coverage to ensure timely and relevant content delivery.
- Directed large-scale digital projects and spearheaded major news coverage initiatives.
- Conducted research, generated, and edited news stories with a focus on visual media integration.
- Directed strategic content planning and execution for station social media accounts to strengthen brand presence.
- Created and implemented web pages for station website, ensuring alignment with branding and functionality standards.
News Producer
KAKE News
Wichita, KS
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Produced and edited newscasts for broadcast, ensuring timely delivery of accurate information.
- Collaborated with reporters to develop story ideas and coordinate coverage plans.
- Created engaging website and social media content to enhance brand visibility.
Assignment Editor
KAKE News
Wichita, KS
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Curated and prioritized news assignments to ensure timely coverage of breaking stories.
- Collaborated with reporters and producers to develop comprehensive story angles.
- Coordinated logistics for field assignments, ensuring all resources were available for crews.
- Monitored local and national news sources to identify emerging trends relevant to audience interests.
- Created engaging web and social media content to enhance brand visibility.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English, minor in Communication
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS05-2018
Skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Copywriting and editing
- Content strategy
- Audience engagement
- Digital publishing
- Team collaboration
- Planning and coordination
- Content planning
- Editorial oversight
- Superior copywriting and editing skills
Timeline
Managing Editor
KAKE News
01.2025 - Current
Digital Content Manager
KAKE News
01.2016 - 01.2025
News Producer
KAKE News
01.2014 - 01.2016
Assignment Editor
KAKE News
01.2012 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - English, minor in Communication
Wichita State University