Portfolio
What: News4 Rundown - A Block
When: April 28, 2025
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showcases my ability to creatively repackage complex, day-long coverage into a compelling, easy-to-follow narrative.
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Demonstrates strengths in editorial decision-making, writing to video, and producing visually engaging content that resonates with viewers.
What: News4 at 4PM Cold Open
When: October 10, 2024
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Showcases my ability to write compelling scripts that captivate the audience from the start.
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I selected key soundbites that conveyed urgency and emotional depth, ensuring the tone was both informative and engaging.
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Demonstrates my skills in writing to video, teasing upcoming coverage, and maintaining audience engagement.
Sample Press Releases
Here is a sample press release that outlines the mission and activities of "Teens for Teachers," an organization I founded in high school to support educators in our community.
This is a sample press release for a fundraising initiative I founded and led at Briar Woods High School to support Briarwood Elementary School in Oklahoma, which was devastated by a tornado.
What: News4 Rundown - A Block
When: October 9, 2024
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Highlights my ability to produce a concise, engaging show that offers a fresh take on news already covered in earlier broadcasts.
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Strategically selected stories and crafted scripts to deliver essential information efficiently while maintaining audience interest
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Showcases my skill in differentiating content by identifying unique angles and compelling visuals, providing viewers with a distinct experience
What: News4 Eclipse Special
When: April 8, 2024
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Demonstrates my ability to produce and script a special event broadcast that informs and captivates viewers on a historic occasion.
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Carefully crafting narratives that combined scientific information with viewer-friendly storytelling to engage a broad audience.
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Selected and organized key visuals and soundbites to complement the live coverage
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Showcases my skills in managing a live special event, where timing, accuracy, and creative scripting were critical in delivering a seamless viewer experience.
What: News4 at 6PM - A Block
When: February 14, 2024
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Highlights my ability to lead off the show with timely, high-impact stories that engage the audience from the start.
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I managed breaking news coverage, adjusting the rundown to prioritize urgent updates and coordinating live shots with reporters for seamless integration into the broadcast.
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Showcases my ability to adapt quickly to evolving situations while maintaining the overall structure and flow of the broadcast.