Ryan D. Pawloski
Lincoln,NE
Summary
Media professional with experience spanning digital marketing, broadcast journalism, news production, video production and team leadership. Skilled at developing compelling content, building client relationships, leading teams and executing marketing and media strategies that connect organizations with their audiences.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
MEDIA EXECUTIVE
10/11 News & Gray Digital Media
10.2025 - Current
- Partnered with local businesses to develop and execute tailored digital marketing strategies, enhancing brand awareness and targeting key audiences.
- Built and maintained client relationships while managing campaigns from strategy and development through execution, ensuring performance evaluation aligned with client goals.
- Directed news coverage strategies for regional events and breaking stories.
- Collaborated with editorial teams to enhance content quality and relevance.
- Managed digital media initiatives to expand audience engagement and reach.
EXECUTIVE NEWS PRODUCER
Standard Media Group LLC
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Directed newsroom teams in planning and executing daily newscasts, ensuring timely delivery under tight deadlines and adapting to evolving news events.
- Collaborated with anchors, reporters, photographers, and directors to deliver accurate and timely broadcasts, elevating overall news quality.
- Managed production of evening newscasts for KLKN-TV and KBSI FOX 23, enhancing viewer engagement and adherence to broadcast standards.
NEWS PRODUCER
KCTV5 News Kansas City
03.2022 - 04.2025
- Produced daily newscasts for KCTV, a CBS affiliate, delivering accurate news coverage that informed and engaged the Kansas City audience.
- Collaborated with anchors, reporters, photographers, and directors to create engaging and timely broadcast content that resonated with viewers.
- Managed multiple deadlines and rapidly changing news situations, ensuring clear communication and organized workflow across the newsroom.
- Nominated for two Emmy Awards and contributed to Edward R. Murrow Award-winning news coverage of the 2024 Chiefs Championship Rally shooting.
NEWS PRODUCER
KLKN-TV Channel 8 News
07.2020 - 03.2022
- Produced daily television newscasts, coordinating with anchors, reporters, and directors to deliver accurate, engaging content that informed and captivated viewers.
- Wrote and edited news scripts, developed story rundowns, and made timely editorial decisions to meet strict deadlines.
- Collaborated across newsroom to execute live broadcasts seamlessly, enhancing viewer experience.
VIDEO PRODUCTION SPECIALIST
Fanword
03.2019 - 05.2021
- Led video production projects as creative lead, overseeing videography, editing, and motion graphics to deliver high-quality visual content.
- Managed projects from concept to final delivery, ensuring adherence to creative and technical standards to meet client expectations.
- Conceptualized, filmed, and edited engaging video content that effectively communicated stories for businesses and organizations in Lincoln.
VIDEO PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
UNL College of Business
03.2019 - 05.2021
- Assisted production and post-production of video projects and promotional content for University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Business, enhancing visibility and engagement.
- Supported video shoots and editing for marketing and communications initiatives, contributing to cohesive brand messaging.
- Filmed promotional videos for business programs and events on location.
- Coordinated equipment setup and breakdown for video shoots across campus.
- Edited video footage using industry-standard software to create engaging content.
REPORTER
The Daily Nebraskan
12.2017 - 03.2019
- Conducted interviews and developed innovative story ideas while consistently meeting daily publication deadlines.
- Collaborated with editors and fellow reporters to ensure accurate, engaging coverage that informed the student body.
- Researched, reported, and wrote compelling stories for UNL's student-led newspaper, enhancing reader engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln05-2020
Skills
- Digital marketing
- Media planning
- Audience engagement strategies
- Content production
- Video editing
- Branding
- Effective communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Time management
- Adaptability to change
Accomplishments
- 2025 Edward R. Murrow Award
- 2024 KAB Award - Prime Newscast (Tragedy at Chiefs Championship Rally)
- 2024 KAB Award - Special Program (Road to Repeat - Live from Las Vegas)
Timeline
MEDIA EXECUTIVE
10/11 News & Gray Digital Media
10.2025 - Current
EXECUTIVE NEWS PRODUCER
Standard Media Group LLC
04.2025 - 10.2025
NEWS PRODUCER
KCTV5 News Kansas City
03.2022 - 04.2025
NEWS PRODUCER
KLKN-TV Channel 8 News
07.2020 - 03.2022
VIDEO PRODUCTION SPECIALIST
Fanword
03.2019 - 05.2021
VIDEO PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
UNL College of Business
03.2019 - 05.2021
REPORTER
The Daily Nebraskan
12.2017 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
University of Nebraska-Lincoln