Wendy Fleury
River Falls,WI
Summary
Accomplished Public Information Officer and seasoned Multimedia Journalist with a proven track record at Pierce County Emergency Management and local TV news stations. Expert in media relations and storytelling, adept at producing high-quality video content under pressure. Demonstrates exceptional ability to engage audiences and maintain credibility through strategic communication and effective use of social media.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Information Officer/911 Public Safety Telecommunicator
Pierce County Emergency Management
2018.10 - Current
- Collaborate with Joint Information Center and Emergency Operations Center in disseminating official, accurate and timely information for critical incidents
- Handle high-stress, multi-personnel calls while making quick decisions
- Effective use of social media to promote situational awareness and build trust with the community
Freelance Reporter
WBAY-TV
2015.05 - 2016.08
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
- Communicated with and responded to audiences to build trust and enhance impact of news coverage.
- Researched and produced daily news reports.
Morning Show Reporter/Multimedia Journalist
WFRV-TV
2012.02 - 2015.09
- Delivered four live reports daily from the studio and in the field
- Developed stories by researching facts and tracking down sources.
- Adhered to ethical and legal standards to maintain credibility and trust with audiences.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and other breaking news stories.
Multimedia Journalist/Assignment Editor
NBC26-TV
2006.10 - 2012.01
- Produced, shot, and edited packages independently and under tight deadlines
- Established and maintained a strong network of contacts and sources
- Managed multiple news crews
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Electronic Media
University of Wisconsin - Green Bay
Green Bay, WI05.2009
Skills
- Media Relations
- Storytelling
- Shooting production quality video
- Editing including AVID, Final Cut Pro, iMovie
- AP style writing
Certification
- FEMA Public Information Officer Awareness
- Social Media in Emergency Management
- Diversity Awareness
- Integrated Public Alert and Warning System
- APCO Public Safety Telecommunicator
- CPR certified
Timeline
Public Information Officer/911 Public Safety Telecommunicator
Pierce County Emergency Management
2018.10 - Current
Freelance Reporter
WBAY-TV
2015.05 - 2016.08
Morning Show Reporter/Multimedia Journalist
WFRV-TV
2012.02 - 2015.09
Multimedia Journalist/Assignment Editor
NBC26-TV
2006.10 - 2012.01
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Electronic Media
University of Wisconsin - Green Bay
- FEMA Public Information Officer Awareness
- Social Media in Emergency Management
- Diversity Awareness
- Integrated Public Alert and Warning System
- APCO Public Safety Telecommunicator
- CPR certified
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