Vincent Floress

Chicago

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a proven track record at CBS News Chicago, where I leveraged my news judgement and ethical journalism practices to enhance breaking news coverage. Excelled in audience engagement and content curation, significantly contributing to project successes and innovative storytelling. Skilled in fostering strong relationships and managing digital content, demonstrating a unique blend of creative and analytical talents.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Assignment Desk Editor

CBS News Chicago

08.2014 - Current

Assigned breaking news stories to reporters for coverage.
Developed strong connections with local law enforcement agencies resulting in exclusive access during critical news events.
Assisted producers in developing compelling story angles that resonated with target audiences while adhering to journalistic standards.
Optimized resource allocation through effective scheduling of personnel covering various assignments simultaneously.
Boosted team morale by fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged open communication among colleagues.
Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless integration of stories across multiple platforms.
Ensured accuracy in reporting by fact-checking information before dissemination to the public.
Maintained a high level of journalistic integrity by ensuring adherence to ethical guidelines and standards within the assignment desk team.
Contributed to overall station success by supporting special projects such as election coverage or investigative pieces.
Facilitated clear communication between field teams and studio staff during live broadcasts or breaking news events.
Identified story ideas from social media sites, the internet and local beats.
Managed breaking news coverage effectively, coordinating with reporters, photographers, and producers.
Developed engaging content ideas by monitoring social media trends and audience interests.
Improved story quality by providing editorial support to reporters and assisting in scriptwriting processes.
Acted as point of contact for editorial questions.
Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
Wrote and created content for various topics and mediums.

Account Executive

Kivvit

07.2013 - 08.2014

Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and effectively to ensure long-term loyalty.
Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while maintaining organization and prioritizing tasks efficiently.
Boosted client satisfaction by developing and maintaining strong relationships through effective communication.
Conducted regular check-ins with existing clients to assess their needs and identify upselling opportunities.

Associate Producer

WBBM Newsradio 780AM

11.2012 - 06.2013

Oversaw post-production activities including video editing, sound mixing, color correction, and motion graphics creation to achieve high-quality final products.
Supported producers in decision-making processes, contributing valuable insights from a diverse range of perspectives.
Determined project budgets to estimate and control overall project costs.
Participated in brainstorming sessions that resulted in innovative ideas for new television shows or documentary films.
Booked talent and made travel arrangements.
Maintained accurate records of production elements such as scripts, budgets, and schedules to ensure seamless project execution.

Education

Master of Arts - Journalism

DePaul University

Chicago, IL

06-2013

Skills

Video editing proficiency
Story idea generation
Breaking news coverage
Audience engagement
Deadline-driven mindset
Digital content management

Content curation
Social media monitoring
Press release writing
Ethical journalism practices
Strong news judgment
Fact-checking expertise

Accomplishments

Emmy Award Winning Breaking News Assignment Editor
Supervised team of over a dozen staff members on a daily basis.
Collaborated with team of journalists and key stakeholders in the development of breaking news.

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