Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
AWARDS
LINKS
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STANLEY B. JEFFERSON II

Broadcasting
Lexington,KY

Summary

Dedicated Media Production Educator with extensive experience in Broadcast Journalism, Videography, and Video Editing using Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro. Proficient in classroom management and lesson planning tailored to diverse student needs. Expert in preparing students for media careers through hands-on content creation and collaborative projects.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

TV Production Studio Manager

Central State University
07.2023 - Current
  • Lead Marauder Land Media Group, guiding 20+ students in media production.
  • Capture and edit campus event videos to boost student engagement.
  • Collaborate with university departments on video projects.
  • Deliver career training in broadcast journalism to prepare students for future roles.
  • Utilize social media platforms to share student-created content.

Camera Operator, Producer, Talk Show Host, and Video Editor

Waycross Community Media
07.2022 - 06.2023
  • Hosted a weekly talk show to promote local non-profits.
  • Managed multimedia content for social platforms.
  • Delivered live basketball commentary to boost engagement.

News Photographer

WXIX-TV (FOX Affiliate)
07.2021 - 06.2023
  • Led compelling visual storytelling.
  • Boosted viewer engagement through live segments.
  • Innovatively utilized social media platforms for live feeds and enhanced online content through photography at breaking news scenes.

News Photographer

KXXV-TV (ABC Affiliate)
02.2020 - 07.2021
  • Authored engaging online articles under tight deadlines.
  • Conducted insightful interviews to develop story ideas.
  • Generated original content daily to meet editorial needs.
  • Shot and edited video for the evening news.

News Video Editor

WINK-TV (CBS Affiliate)
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Lead creative editing of morning news videos.
  • Sourced and manage live video feeds from field reporters.
  • Monitored police scanners for breaking news coverage.

News Photographer, Production Technician & Editor

WTVQ-DT (ABC Affiliate)
02.2016 - 01.2018
  • Coordinated live news feeds, enhancing broadcast delivery.
  • Fostered effective communication with field reporters.
  • Conducted interviews to strengthen community relations.
  • Captured and edited video of breaking news and sports.

Video Production Camera Operator

Lexington City Church
12.2015 - 01.2018
  • Led live broadcasts with high production standards.
  • Collaborated with producers to plan shots.

News Photojournalist

WRDW-TV (CBS Affiliate)
02.2014 - 09.2014
  • Lead live broadcasts, ensuring high production quality.
  • Coordinated closely with producers to plan video shots.
  • Communicated critical event updates to producers accurately.

News Reporter & Photographer

WTAP-TV (NBC Affiliate)
10.2012 - 02.2014
  • Coordinated with field reporters to support live production.
  • Liaised with local law enforcement for news updates.
  • Enhanced online presence through strategic content publication.
  • Demonstrated one-man-band reporting by shooting and editing video and writing content.

Education

Post Baccalaureate - Entertainment and Sports Promotions

Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI
05.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast News, Athletic Coaching Minor

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
05.2009

Skills

  • Broadcast Journalism
  • Videography
  • Video Production
  • Video Editing (Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro and iMovie)
  • Communication
  • Creative direction
  • Process improvement
  • Classroom Management
  • Student Assessment

Timeline

TV Production Studio Manager

Central State University
07.2023 - Current

Camera Operator, Producer, Talk Show Host, and Video Editor

Waycross Community Media
07.2022 - 06.2023

News Photographer

WXIX-TV (FOX Affiliate)
07.2021 - 06.2023

News Photographer

KXXV-TV (ABC Affiliate)
02.2020 - 07.2021

News Video Editor

WINK-TV (CBS Affiliate)
01.2018 - 01.2020

News Photographer, Production Technician & Editor

WTVQ-DT (ABC Affiliate)
02.2016 - 01.2018

Video Production Camera Operator

Lexington City Church
12.2015 - 01.2018

News Photojournalist

WRDW-TV (CBS Affiliate)
02.2014 - 09.2014

News Reporter & Photographer

WTAP-TV (NBC Affiliate)
10.2012 - 02.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast News, Athletic Coaching Minor

Western Kentucky University

Post Baccalaureate - Entertainment and Sports Promotions

Northern Michigan University

AWARDS

  • University of Vermont Center for Community News Champion Award, 2025
  • Central State University Inter-Organizational Council Advisor of the Year Award, 2024

LINKS

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soultrain2/, Portfolio 1: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLViDpoKYlaOlBWAMuzyID1AoDAmlstkNo, Portfolio 2: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLViDpoKYlaOkajZK6y-jDwF5nivGqme0v, Portfolio 3: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLViDpoKYlaOllbH3vwYm3QEYmA_WFatsG

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