Hi there, I’m Ernest Champell, a freelance producer and videographer based in Los Angeles with extensive experience shaping local, national, and international news. I’ve produced, edited, and supervised content for Fox Soul, KCAL/KCBS, NBC4, NPR, and other outlets, handling line production, on-air writing, and post-production workflow to deliver clear, engaging stories. I also thrive in fast-paced newsrooms and documentary settings, collaborating with journalists, editors, and guests to craft compelling visuals and polished reports across platforms. My hands-on skill set covers production, writing, and editing—from concept through final cut—ensuring stories inform, entertain, and connect with audiences.

Ernest Champell

Hi there, I’m Ernest Champell, a freelance producer and videographer based in Los Angeles with extensive experience shaping local, national, and international news. I’ve produced, edited, and supervised content for Fox Soul, KCAL/KCBS, NBC4, NPR, and other outlets, handling line production, on-air writing, and post-production workflow to deliver clear, engaging stories. I also thrive in fast-paced newsrooms and documentary settings, collaborating with journalists, editors, and guests to craft compelling visuals and polished reports across platforms. My hands-on skill set covers production, writing, and editing—from concept through final cut—ensuring stories inform, entertain, and connect with audiences.

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Hi there, I’m Ernest Champell, a freelance producer and videographer based in Los Angeles with extensive experience shaping local, national, and international news. I’ve produced, edited, and supervised content for Fox Soul, KCAL/KCBS, NBC4, NPR, and other outlets, handling line production, on-air writing, and post-production workflow to deliver clear, engaging stories.

I also thrive in fast-paced newsrooms and documentary settings, collaborating with journalists, editors, and guests to craft compelling visuals and polished reports across platforms. My hands-on skill set covers production, writing, and editing—from concept through final cut—ensuring stories inform, entertain, and connect with audiences.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Associate Producer/News Writer at KCBS/KCAL
October 1, 2022 - Present
Covered local, national, and international news while editing video for KCAL Mornings. Responsible for gathering show graphics.
Freelance Senior Producer at FOX SOUL Los Angeles, CA
October 1, 2022 - July 9, 2025
Handled line producing, writing, video editing, and supervising Associate Producers. Duties also included booking guests and segment producing.
Segment Producer at BNC Washington, DC
December 31, 2021 - July 9, 2025
Pitched and wrote political segments for DC Today's daily political roundtable segment, covering Capitol Hill and the White House daily.
Freelance Video Producer at Freelance Video Producer
March 1, 2021 - July 9, 2025
Produced video content for small businesses and nonprofit companies, providing social media support through shoot, edit, and color correction services.
Associate Producer at National Public Radio
January 1, 2008 - Present
Worked as a Freelance Associate Producer for 'News and Notes with Farai Chideya'. Responsibilities included writing news copy, editing audio, booking and interviewing guests, and coordinating remote studio space.
Content Producer (News Writer, Video Editor) at NBC4 Los Angeles, Burbank, CA
March 1, 2012 - July 9, 2025
Worked as News Writer and Video Editor, writing international, national, and local news. Assisted reporters with live news reports and edited video for daily newscasts.
Producer, Videographer, Editor at Mimi Brown TV
May 1, 2025 - Present
I work as a Producer and Videographer for 'To Altadena With Love', an iHeart Radio and video podcast show documenting the Eaton Wildfire aftermath.
Freelance Senior Producer at FOX Soul
January 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Line producing, writing, video editing, and supervising Associate Producers; booking guests and segment producing.
Segment Producer at BNC
March 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Pitched and wrote political segments for DC Today’s daily political roundtable; coverage of Capitol Hill and the White House.
Freelance Video Producer at Self-Employed
March 1, 2012 - March 1, 2021
Freelance video producer for small businesses and nonprofit companies needing social media support.
Content Producer (News Writer, Video Editor) at NBC4 Los Angeles
August 1, 2010 - March 1, 2012
Wrote international, national, and local news; edited videos for daily newscasts; assisted reporters with live news reports.
News Writer at FOX 11 (KTTV)
August 1, 2006 - November 1, 2007
Wrote local, national, and international news; assisted reporters with live reports.
Associate Producer / News Writer at KCBS/KCAL, Los Angeles, CA
October 22, 2022 - May 20, 2025
Wrote local, national, and international news; edited video for KCAL Mornings; gathered graphics for the show.
Segment Producer at NBC Washington
March 20, 2021 - December 20, 2021
Pitched and wrote political segments for DC Today; covered Capitol Hill and the White House.
Content Producer (News Writer, Video Editor) at NBC4
August 20, 2010 - March 20, 2012
Wrote and edited content; covered international, national, and local news; edited videos for daily newscasts.
News Writer at KTTV (FOX 11), Los Angeles
August 20, 2006 - November 20, 2007
Wrote local, national, and international news for the KTTV newsroom.

Education

Journalism at Howard University
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026
Journalism at Howard University
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services
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