I'm a multi-skilled journalist and Emmy-nominated photographer with experience in public affairs reporting, investigative journalism, visual storytelling, and data analysis. I have a knack for a conversational style, and I’m proficient with audio and video equipment, including multi-camera shoots. I bring strong interviewing techniques and a passion for government accountability and transparency. I’ve produced, shot, and edited engaging packages for broadcast and digital platforms, collaborating with colleagues and sources to inform and entertain audiences.

Alan Kozeluh

I'm a multi-skilled journalist and Emmy-nominated photographer with experience in public affairs reporting, investigative journalism, visual storytelling, and data analysis. I have a knack for a conversational style, and I’m proficient with audio and video equipment, including multi-camera shoots. I bring strong interviewing techniques and a passion for government accountability and transparency. I’ve produced, shot, and edited engaging packages for broadcast and digital platforms, collaborating with colleagues and sources to inform and entertain audiences.

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I’m a multi-skilled journalist and Emmy-nominated photographer with experience in public affairs reporting, investigative journalism, visual storytelling, and data analysis. I have a knack for a conversational style, and I’m proficient with audio and video equipment, including multi-camera shoots.

I bring strong interviewing techniques and a passion for government accountability and transparency. I’ve produced, shot, and edited engaging packages for broadcast and digital platforms, collaborating with colleagues and sources to inform and entertain audiences.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate

Work Experience

Visual/Multiskilled Journalist at KENS 5
April 1, 2018 - December 23, 2023
Contact and maintain relationships with sources and newsmakers. Pitch, shoot, write, and edit stories solo or with a partner. Inform and entertain through voiceover, on-camera presence, and live presentation. Employ advanced editing techniques to create engaging visuals.
Photojournalist at NBC 15 – WMTV
March 1, 2016 - March 1, 2018
Shot and edited packages and other segments for broadcast. Operated live field equipment daily. Filmed multiple stories per day. Switched to breaking news coverage at a moment’s notice.
Freelance Videographer – Part-time at Focal Flame
May 1, 2017 - March 1, 2018
Shot video for private events with an emphasis on races and sporting events. Used multiple video techniques for more interesting, storytelling shots.
Editorial Intern at Illinois Times
January 1, 2015 - May 1, 2015
Researched and wrote stories involving state politics and government. Shot and edited videos and still photos for use on website and in weekly paper.
Anchor/Reporter at Northern Television Center
January 1, 2013 - May 1, 2014
Wrote, shot, edited, and voiced-over packages for broadcast. Anchored newscast on a weekly basis.

Education

BA in Journalism at Northern Illinois University
August 23, 2012 - May 13, 2014
MA in Public Affairs Reporting at University of Illinois
August 15, 2014 - June 13, 2015

Qualifications

Emmy Nomination
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026
Broadcast News Reporter of the Year – NTC News Tonight
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Professional Services