I’m Caitlyn Skylar Schiffer, a multimedia journalist and audio producer who loves telling diverse and compelling stories across podcasts and live broadcasts. I’ve led end-to-end production for multiple narrative series, coordinated talent and schedules for dozens of correspondents across affiliate appearances, and created Gen Z–focused features on AI, mental health, and how social media shapes youth culture. I thrive in fast-paced newsroom environments and enjoy blending rigorous reporting with creative storytelling across audio and digital platforms. Beyond deadlines, I mentor student producers, organize policy forums, and collaborate with editors and researchers to elevate content—from on-air segments to digital articles and podcast episodes.

Caitlyn Skylar Schiffer

I’m Caitlyn Skylar Schiffer, a multimedia journalist and audio producer who loves telling diverse and compelling stories across podcasts and live broadcasts. I’ve led end-to-end production for multiple narrative series, coordinated talent and schedules for dozens of correspondents across affiliate appearances, and created Gen Z–focused features on AI, mental health, and how social media shapes youth culture. I thrive in fast-paced newsroom environments and enjoy blending rigorous reporting with creative storytelling across audio and digital platforms. Beyond deadlines, I mentor student producers, organize policy forums, and collaborate with editors and researchers to elevate content—from on-air segments to digital articles and podcast episodes.

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I’m Caitlyn Skylar Schiffer, a multimedia journalist and audio producer who loves telling diverse and compelling stories across podcasts and live broadcasts. I’ve led end-to-end production for multiple narrative series, coordinated talent and schedules for dozens of correspondents across affiliate appearances, and created Gen Z–focused features on AI, mental health, and how social media shapes youth culture. I thrive in fast-paced newsroom environments and enjoy blending rigorous reporting with creative storytelling across audio and digital platforms.

Beyond deadlines, I mentor student producers, organize policy forums, and collaborate with editors and researchers to elevate content—from on-air segments to digital articles and podcast episodes.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Associate Producer at ABC News Audio
August 1, 2025 - June 1, 2026
Managed end-to-end production of multiple narrative podcast series, coordinated booking and logistics for multiple correspondents across 50 weekly affiliate appearances, and produced original Gen Z–focused radio features on AI, mental health, and social media’s impact. Fact-checked scripts, transcribed and researched audio, and maintained quality control across episodes.
News Production Assistant at 1010 WINS
May 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Produced and edited audio features for on-air broadcast using Burli, conducted interviews, and wrote segments under tight deadlines in a 24/7 newsroom. Coordinated coverage assignments with editors, anchors, and management; contributed to the NYC Fourth of July broadcast as on-air correspondent.
Newsroom Intern at 1010 WINS
June 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
Crafted feature articles and produced multiple digital articles for the website and social channels; interviewed city officials, shadowed top broadcasters, and on-air for major events such as Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks show.
Intern at DCU Business School
October 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024
Produced three informative blog posts on Dublin City University research papers about hate speech in sports; organized virtual reality interview training sessions and served as editor for research surveys.
Social Media Marketing Intern at NBC Sports
August 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Created engaging reels for NBC Paralympics’ Instagram; each video achieved high views across verticals, and interviewed Paralympians Jessica Long and Morgan Stickney following their races. Assisted on-location shoots for The TODAY Show’s social content.
Anchor, Broadcast Reporter, Producer & Web Reporter at WUFT News
February 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
Anchored the 5 p.m. First at Five, delivered breaking news, and led pre-show editorial meetings. Reported and produced breaking news packages, conducted interviews, shot b-roll, and published multimedia stories on Florida legislation and international news.
Reporter, Deputy Editor, Producer & Host at WUFT -FM & The Point Podcast
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
Produced and hosted weekly podcast episodes, coordinated interviews, and drove audience growth across social platforms. Reported on local government and produced weekly audio wraps on community issues while supervising student producers.

Education

Master of Arts in Mass Communication at University of Florida
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025
Bachelor of Science in Journalism, Business Concentration at University of Florida
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2024

Qualifications

NBCU Academy Fellowship
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
UF H. G. 'Buddy' Davis Scholarship
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Gary L. Watson Endowment for Leadership in Journalism Management Scholarship
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Other