I'm a resourceful and creative video producer/editor with over 40 years of experience in broadcast journalism and media production. I excel at conceiving, writing, and producing compelling video content, including historical vignettes and news segments. I have led newsrooms, directed editorial content, coached staff on best practices, and built strong relationships with government and community leaders to elevate editorial quality and crisis-response capabilities.…

Daniel Burns

I'm a resourceful and creative video producer/editor with over 40 years of experience in broadcast journalism and media production. I excel at conceiving, writing, and producing compelling video content, including historical vignettes and news segments. I have led newsrooms, directed editorial content, coached staff on best practices, and built strong relationships with government and community leaders to elevate editorial quality and crisis-response capabilities.…

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I’m a resourceful and creative video producer/editor with over 40 years of experience in broadcast journalism and media production.

I excel at conceiving, writing, and producing compelling video content, including historical vignettes and news segments. I have led newsrooms, directed editorial content, coached staff on best practices, and built strong relationships with government and community leaders to elevate editorial quality and crisis-response capabilities.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Public and Media Affairs Specialist at MSTS Henderson
October 1, 2011 - Present
Established NSSS Video Services, producing video content for internal and external audiences across all standard media and social media platforms. Managed local and national media relations, coached leadership for effective media interactions, supported emergency and crisis communications, and facilitated website development, social media strategy, and speaker's bureau management. Held Top Secret security clearance.
Nevada Program Coordinator at Nevada Division of Emergency Management
January 1, 2011 - October 1, 2011
Administered Department of Energy grant programs; collaborated with local governments to assess emergency preparedness; formulated and executed strategic plans to enhance readiness; facilitated meetings between the State of Nevada and local government representatives; orchestrated programs to evaluate and improve community emergency response equipment across Southern Nevada. Completed the Nevada Certified Public Manager program in April 2008. Current member of the Southern Nevada Counter-Terrorism Center (Fusion Center).
Communications Director at Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons
December 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
Authored speeches and managed daily engagement with local, state, and national news media. Developed and implemented strategic communication plans and image campaigns for the governor, providing counsel to the governor and senior staff on messaging for crises. Executed crisis communications strategies. Initiated and produced the Governor's podcasts, including writing, video recording, editing, and uploading content to the Governor's website. Chaired updates for the Governor's site and oversaw social networking initiatives. Directed the Nevada Joint Information Center during state emergencies.
Public Information Officer (PIO) at Nevada Department of Public Safety
February 1, 2008 - December 1, 2008
Supervised Public Information Officers across divisions, including Emergency Management, Highway Patrol, and Parole & Probation. Led projects for Homeland Security grant programs to procure assets for emergency public communications. Authored correspondence, speeches, and official communications for the Director of Public Safety. Revamped websites to modernize external and internal communications. Represented DPS at community and official functions; trained emergency managers nationwide; contributed to FEMA G-290 curriculum edits; supported local government crisis and risk communications.
Southern Region Manager at Nevada Division of Emergency Management
April 1, 2005 - April 1, 2008
Acted as the official representative and spokesperson for the Division in Southern Nevada. Cultivated and maintained local and national media contacts. Instructed FEMA Basic Public Information Officer Course (G-290). Coached executive leadership and staff on media interactions and relations. Executed media relations strategies, identified opportunities to highlight the division in media coverage, and engaged with legislators and community leaders on critical agency issues. Supported Homeland Security efforts and managed grant-related communications projects.
Director of Communications at Nevada Lt. Governor Lorraine T. Hunt
April 1, 2004 - October 1, 2005
Directed communications for the Lt. Governor’s Office. Authored speeches, researched and drafted position papers, and represented the Lt. Governor in public forums and speaking engagements. Managed media relations, responded to inquiries, liaised with legislators, lobbyists, the public, and other government offices. Established communication channels for official commentary, generated press releases, and prepared informational materials for news media. Engaged in international outreach efforts and campaign support activities.
Freelance Producer at Las Vegas, NV
January 1, 2003 - Present
Executed a variety of project-based assignments; conceptualized, wrote, and produced special video vignettes commemorating the 50th anniversary of KLAS Television; vignettes were commercially sponsored and featured historical reviews of significant events in Southern Nevada's past. Role undertaken pending expiration of a one-year non-compete with KVVU.
News Reporter at KVVU-TV Fox 5 Las Vegas
August 1, 2001 - August 1, 2003
Developed, wrote, edited, and delivered news stories, including live reports for the prime-time newscast 'Fox 5 News at 10'. Maintained community contacts to gather news leads.
News Director at KPVI (NBC)/KFXP FOX TV
June 1, 1999 - August 1, 2001
Managed and supervised news departments across two network-affiliate stations; mentored staff; policy development; implemented station promotion strategies.
Public and Media Affairs Specialist at NSS Video Services
October 1, 2011 - Present
Established and produced editorial content; managed local and national media relations and coached leaders on media interaction to elevate editorial quality.
Southern Nevada Program Coordinator at Nevada Division of Emergency Management
January 1, 2011 - October 1, 2011
Collaborated with local governments to assess emergency preparedness, formulated and executed strategic plans to enhance readiness; facilitated meetings between state and local government representatives; orchestrated programs to evaluate and improve community emergency response equipment.
Director of Communications at Lt. Governor Lorraine T. Hunt
April 1, 2004 - October 1, 2005
Directed all communications emanating from the Lt. Governor's Office; authored speeches and position papers; represented the Lt. Governor in public forums; managed media relations and established communication channels for timely commentary.
Freelance Producer at Freelance (Las Vegas, NV)
January 1, 2003 - Present
Conceptualized, wrote, and produced a variety of project-based assignments; created special video vignettes including a 50th anniversary tribute; managed sponsorship and archival content for Southern Nevada history.
News Reporter at KVVU-TV Fox 5
August 1, 2001 - August 1, 2003
Developed, wrote, edited, and delivered news stories, including live reports for the prime-time newscast; built community contacts to source stories.
News Director at KPVI (NBC)/KFXP (FOX) TV
June 1, 1999 - August 1, 2001
Managed and supervised news departments across two network-affiliated stations; mentored staff; edited copy; established news policy and drove coverage strategies.
Executive Producer at KSHB-TV
February 1, 1996 - October 1, 1997
Oversee editorial content for station newscasts; guided story development, editing, and on-air presentation; maintained community relations and contributed to editorial decisions.
Managing Editor at KVBC-TV Las Vegas
March 1, 1982 - October 1, 1993
Progressed from assignment reporter to anchor/reporter, assignment editor, and managing editor; oversaw news coverage, anchoring, policy development, and promotions.
Weather Anchor/Anchor/Reporter at KCAU-TV
November 1, 1980 - March 1, 1982
Weather anchor and on-air reporter; produced and delivered weather segments and early evening coverage.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication at University of South Dakota
January 1, 1976 - January 1, 1981
Bachelor of Science, Mass Communication (Journalism) at University of South Dakota
January 1, 1976 - January 1, 1981

Qualifications

Nevada Certified Public Manager
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2008
Southern Nevada Certified Public Manager
February 1, 2008 - April 30, 2008
Nevada Certified Public Manager program
April 1, 2008 - April 30, 2008
G-290 Basic Public Information Officer course
January 11, 2030 - May 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Professional Services, Education

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Experience Level