Larry Brown
Hopkins
Summary
A media professional skilled in crafting engaging and informative newscasts. Background includes overseeing live broadcasts, coordinating with reporters, and ensuring content meets high journalistic standards. Known for fostering team collaboration and achieving impactful results while maintaining flexibility to adapt to breaking news and shifting priorities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Newscast Producer
Paramount/CBS, WCCO
2023.06 - 2025.03
- Directed production of live newscasts, overseeing content creation, scripting and broadcast logistics to ensure high-quality delivery under tight deadlines.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, including reporters, editors, videographers and technical staff to produce compelling audience focused content.
- Developed and executed communication strategies to enhance audience engagement and brand visibility.
- Continuously advanced industry knowledge by attending conferences, workshops, and training sessions to stay current on emerging trends and best practices in news production (2024 NABJ Convention Attendee)
- Improved newscast ratings by consistently delivering timely and relevant stories.
Newscast Producer
Gray Television WOWT 6 NEWS
2021.03 - 2023.06
- Weekday producer for 6:30pm newscast and weekend newscast.
- Provided feedback to reporters on story development and ensured content aligned with the local demographic.
- Wrote and edited scripts to ensure clear, concise, and engaging communication.
- Collaborated with the news team to improve storytelling and audience engagement.
Dental Customer Service Representative
Mutual of Omaha
2019.11 - 2021.03
- Communicated effectively with dental providers and policyholders, providing clear and accurate information on benefits and claims.
- Investigated and resolved denied and pending claims, ensuring timely and accurate communication with stakeholders.
- Co-led an inter-department newsletter to improve team morale and internal communication.
- Provided actionable feedback to management on improving communication strategies for dental products.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
Newscast Producer
E.W. Scripps, KMTV
2016.01 - 2018.10
- Co-produced two and a half hour morning show.
- Collaborated with executive producer and technical directors to deliver content through script writing and visual elements from national outlets.
- Participated in editorial meetings by summarizing complex stories for viewers understanding.
Newscast Producer
Gray Television KOLN/KGIN
2014.09 - 2016.01
- Satellite produced content for Western Nebraska newscast.
- Assisted anchors in Lincoln and North Platte newsroom with stacking morning and evening news content.
- Updated scripts and edited videos for appropriate shows while providing effective input to improve newscast.
Education
BACHELORS OF JOURNALISM - BROADCAST JOURNALISM
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE2014-08
ASSOCIATES OF ARTS - COMMUNICATIONS
Harold Washington College
Chicago, IL01.2011
Skills
- Proficient in social media content production
- Effective team member
- Ability to work under deadline
- Deadline-driven mindset
Military Service
United States Navy, 1997-2005
Affiliations
- Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc
Timeline
Newscast Producer
Paramount/CBS, WCCO
2023.06 - 2025.03
Newscast Producer
Gray Television WOWT 6 NEWS
2021.03 - 2023.06
Dental Customer Service Representative
Mutual of Omaha
2019.11 - 2021.03
Newscast Producer
E.W. Scripps, KMTV
2016.01 - 2018.10
Newscast Producer
Gray Television KOLN/KGIN
2014.09 - 2016.01
ASSOCIATES OF ARTS - COMMUNICATIONS
Harold Washington College
BACHELORS OF JOURNALISM - BROADCAST JOURNALISM
University of Nebraska-Lincoln