Zoltan Csanyi-Salcedo
Mission,TX
Summary
Seasoned manager with a proven track record of leadership, team building and increased audiences. Well-versed in newsroom operations and editorial processes, with 35+ years of news management while bringing robust understanding of media production and maintaining high journalistic standards.
Managed budgets and staff in small to large markets and mentoring staff to peak performance.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
News Director
KRGV - Manship (ABC) - Noticias RGV- Spanish Ind.
10.2019 - Current
- Managed $4M+ budget allocations for two news department operations, optimizing resource utilization while maintaining high-quality standards. Negotiated contracts for all news on-air talent securing top-tier talent while controlling costs.
- Launched new format for Spanish news Noticias RGV
- Managed and supervised news set construction and news animations look and graphics (2020)
- Launched new 30 minute high school football highlights show on both English and Spanish stations
- Increased morning ratings 25-54 demo to 40+ share
- Collaborated with Assistant News Director and Executive Producers to ensure cohesive messaging across all news platforms.
- Aligned editorial calendar with marketing initiatives to maximize promotional opportunities for station programs and events.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback.
- Implemented comprehensive analytics along with news consultants to monitor audience preferences and inform editorial decisions.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional growth and improving overall team performance.
- Increased audience engagement by developing dynamic content strategies tailored to specific target demographics.
- Fostered a collaborative work environment by encouraging open communication among team members from various departments.
- Streamlined news coverage processes, resulting in faster turnaround times and more efficient workflows.
- Oversaw the recruitment and training of new talent, ensuring a strong team of skilled journalists and producers.
- Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
News Director
CBS 19 KYTX - TEGNA
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Championed digital-first approach to news gathering, embracing emerging technologies for enhanced story delivery methods.
- Enhanced news coverage quality by implementing innovative storytelling techniques and multimedia platforms.
- Oversaw the recruitment and training of new talent, ensuring a strong team of skilled journalists and producers.
- Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
- Disseminated news content through social media for better engagement with audiences and faster reporting.
- Managed budget allocations for news department operations.
- Collaborated with reporters, producers, and editors to ensure cohesive messaging across all news platforms.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback.
News Director
KGBT - Sinclair Broadcasting (CBS)
02.2015 - 12.2019
- Managed budget allocations for news department operations. Negotiated work agreements and contracts with all on-air talent.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback.
- Launched Spanish language news content for Azteca America affiliate digital channel 4.2
- Coordinated live event coverage, enabling timely reporting on breaking news stories as they unfolded.
- Aligned editorial calendar with marketing initiatives to maximize promotional opportunities for station programs and events.
- Deployed to news events locales to provide on-the-ground broadcast solutions and news coverage.
Coordinating Producer
ESPN -SportsCenter
03.2013 - 12.2015
- Determined editorial direction with show producers for content quality for SportsCenter shows.
- Championed innovative storytelling techniques to create engaging content that resonated with target audiences.
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
- Oversaw all aspects of show pre-production.
- Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.
- Developed strong relationships with external partners, securing resources and talent for sports analysis creating diverse productions.
- Led team coverage of post Super Bowl SportsCenter shows.
- Led SportsCenter special coverage on the death of Nelson Mandela as it relates to sports.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
News Director
KINT - Entravision (Univision)
04.2007 - 02.2013
- Managed budget allocations for news department operations.
- Collaborated with reporters, producers, and editors to ensure quality local content driven newscasts.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional growth and improving overall team performance.
- Increased audience engagement by developing dynamic content strategies.
- Coordinated live event coverage, enabling timely reporting on breaking news stories as they unfolded.
- Negotiated contracts securing top-tier talent while controlling costs effectively.
- Oversaw the recruitment and training of new talent, ensuring a strong team of skilled journalists and producers.
- Led editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
- Researched and analyzed newsworthy events, trends and issues.
News Director
KTSM NBC
01.2006 - 12.2007
- Streamlined news production processes, resulting in faster turnaround times and more efficient workflows.
- Enhanced news coverage quality by implementing innovative storytelling techniques and multimedia platforms.
- Collaborated with producers to develop showcased newscasts, promotions and teases.
- Made adjustments to on air schedules with new Sunday Night Football games on NBC
- Negotiated contracts with on-air talent
News Director
KXTX - Telemundo/NBC
01.2003 - 12.2006
- Directed cross-functional teams in producing special projects with NBC 5 such as investigative reports, documentary series, elections and breaking news.
- Enhanced news coverage quality by implementing innovative storytelling techniques and multimedia platforms.
- Maintained a high level of journalistic integrity through rigorous fact-checking procedures and adherence to ethical standards.
- Developed strategic partnerships with local organizations for exclusive stories and community outreach initiatives.
- Coordinated live event coverage such as Space Shuttle Columbia explosion over north Texas in coordination with NBC 5 enabling timely as news unfolded.
- Oversaw the recruitment and training of new talent, ensuring a strong team of skilled journalists and producers.
News Director
Entravision (KINT-El Paso, KLUZ-Albuquerque)
09.1997 - 12.2002
- Managed budget for news department operations in Albuquerque, NM, El Paso and Midland/Odessa Texas markets, optimizing resource utilization while maintaining high-quality news standards.
- Developed strategic partnerships with local organizations for exclusive stories and community outreach initiatives.
- Oversaw the recruitment and training of new talent, ensuring a strong team of skilled journalists and producers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
05-2010
Skills
- Newsroom management
- Budget management
- Content development
- Audience engagement
- Staff recruitment
- Managing teams
- Managing breaking news live events
- Overseeing editorial direction
- Critical thinking
- Excellent communication
- Broadcast journalism
- Team building
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 75 staff members and news budget of $4.5M.
- Managed several newsroom and set construction and remodeling at several stations while keeping within budget.
- Launched newscasts and sports programs (English and Spanish)
- Increased ratings KRGV morning news 6am (40+ share)
- Overall News Excellence award KRGV (2023) TAB
- Best Newscast award Noticias RGV (2022) TAB
- Number one rated news 5 & 10pm for 15 years KINT-El Paso
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
News Director
KRGV - Manship (ABC) - Noticias RGV- Spanish Ind.
10.2019 - Current
News Director
CBS 19 KYTX - TEGNA
01.2019 - 09.2019
News Director
KGBT - Sinclair Broadcasting (CBS)
02.2015 - 12.2019
Coordinating Producer
ESPN -SportsCenter
03.2013 - 12.2015
News Director
KINT - Entravision (Univision)
04.2007 - 02.2013
News Director
KTSM NBC
01.2006 - 12.2007
News Director
KXTX - Telemundo/NBC
01.2003 - 12.2006
News Director
Entravision (KINT-El Paso, KLUZ-Albuquerque)
09.1997 - 12.2002
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
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