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Tyson Paul

Canton,GA

Summary

A 33 year, award winning senior journalist, I have have lived and covered local news in five states. Everything from major national breaking news to low key community events. Assisting local emergency agencies in getting vital information to the public while also holding the powerful accountable. Every day I meet and tell the stories of citizens in all situations. Victims and families of victims as well as those with needs or just everyday stories. After three decades I consider my self an expert on what the media wants and is looking for and how to navigate those requests and make sure important information is released in an informative and timely manner as the situation allows.

I am up to date on the latest media trends including the importance of a strong social media presence. I have spoken at many career day events at schools and have helped local groups find effective ways to make their voices and concerns heard.

This job has put me in many adverse situations such as major hurricanes, other severe weather situations, small protests to major riots. i have learned how to deal with those dealing with anger, stress, or mental health issues using calm diplomacy and able to diffuse hostile situations while being compassionate to their needs.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Photojournalist/Political Journalist

WXIA TV NBC
Atlanta, GA
12.2007 - Current

Gather information for news stories on a daily basis. Longer form investigations. Work as Political journalist primarily at the capital cultivating contacts and relationships with state and local politicians. Breaking news and weather coverage.

GA/Investigative Photojournalist

WBBH TV
11.2005 - 08.2007

Photojournalist

WHP CBS 21
03.2003 - 08.2005

Photojournalist

KJRH-TV
11.2001 - 01.2003

Senior Photojournalist

WDEF News 12
05.1994 - 07.2001

Assisted Chief in hiring and equipment maintenance and purchase along with daily and special assignments

Master Control Operator

WFLI TV
02.1992 - 03.1994

Education

No Degree - Mass Communication And Broadcast Journalism

Cleveland State Community College
Cleveland, TN

Skills

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Non-Linear editing
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Crime Scene Photography
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Breaking News Coverage
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Active Listening
  • Story Pitching
  • News Stories
  • Branding Management

Accomplishments

    Multi Emmy award winner

    Multiple AP award winner including best of Photojournalism (GA)

    Two time National NABJ Award winner

Affiliations

Member of NPPA (National Press Photographers Association)

NATAS southeast

Member of Wildwood Baptist church (Acworth,GA)


Timeline

Senior Photojournalist/Political Journalist

WXIA TV NBC
12.2007 - Current

GA/Investigative Photojournalist

WBBH TV
11.2005 - 08.2007

Photojournalist

WHP CBS 21
03.2003 - 08.2005

Photojournalist

KJRH-TV
11.2001 - 01.2003

Senior Photojournalist

WDEF News 12
05.1994 - 07.2001

Master Control Operator

WFLI TV
02.1992 - 03.1994

No Degree - Mass Communication And Broadcast Journalism

Cleveland State Community College

References

Kristine Anderson: 

asst News Director   404-323-8194


Joe Henke:

Managing editor        404-275-0729


Dan Reiley:

Chief Photographer    404-218-0916                  

Tyson Paul