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I’m an award-winning journalist, documentary filmmaker, and podcast producer with 15+ years of experience creating, editing, and producing high-quality audio content. I turn raw recordings into polished narratives across broadcast, podcasts, webinars, and digital platforms, focusing on clarity, cleanliness, and creativity.
I specialize in multitrack editing, sound cleanup, pacing, and music integration, and I work directly with clients to bring interviews, speeches, and raw audio into final products that feel human and engaging.
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Work Experience
Founder/Owner at KP Productions LLC
November 1, 2019 - PresentFounder/owner of a production company that has produced client videos, created several documentaries, and conceptualized, pitched and distributed podcasts ranging from narrative nonfiction to interview-style episodes.
Documentary Director and Producer at The Jim Tyrer Story
January 1, 2019 - PresentConceptualized and led the creation of a feature-length documentary on the life and untimely death of Kansas City Chiefs legend Jim Tyrer, involving extensive research from 1920 to present and interviews with family, friends, teammates, police, and Chiefs officials.
Digital Content Coordinator at Midwest Transplant Network
February 1, 2020 - September 25, 2025Created 70+ feature videos exploring triumph and tragedy in donor families and recipients; produced podcasts with The Bridge 90.9; helped grow donor registrations and expanded the organization's social media presence.
Lead Producer at KCPT
January 1, 2018 - September 25, 2025Conceptualized, oversaw, and created videos for the Take Note multimedia project, highlighting Kansas City’s K-12 educational landscape; content aired on KCPT and online.
Senior Writer/Multimedia Producer at Netsmart Technologies
June 1, 2014 - PresentOversaw media relations, managed social media, wrote/edited internal and external materials, and produced short documentaries and podcasts; contributions helped increase reach and engagement; The Anna Westin Story contributed to efforts to pass related legislation.
Morning Drive Reporter at CBS Radio DC/All News
June 1, 2014 - September 25, 2025Led the morning news operation as primary field reporter, covering 700+ stories from the field, including Obama inauguration, the Navy Yard shootings, government shutdown, and Superstorm Sandy; produced and edited multimedia content and helped pioneer mobile reporting.
Reporter and Anchor at FM News Chicago
January 1, 2012 - September 25, 2025Lifestyle-format reporting and live on-course coverage during the Chicago Marathon; contributed regularly to on-air stories and web content.
Editor/Writer at Discovery Digital Media/HowStuffWorks
June 1, 2011 - September 25, 2025Contract editor validating articles for multiple properties; ensured AP style, factual accuracy, and image selection; contributed endurance-sports focused content.
Owner/Content Development Director at Endurance Planet Incorporated
December 1, 2010 - September 25, 2025Led Endurance Planet, a top-ranked amateur sports podcast network; conducted athlete interviews, managed content creation, and built partnerships; sold the business in 2010.
News Director at KCMO News Talk Radio
October 1, 2008 - September 25, 2025Centerpiece of a newly created three-person news department; promoted to News Director, emphasized quality writing and relevance over sensationalism, and improved story selection.
Morning News Anchor at KCMO News Talk Radio
January 1, 2004 - September 25, 2025Anchored morning news program, contributing live reports, writing, and production.
Afternoon Drive Host at CNET Radio
September 1, 2000 - September 25, 2025Interviewed business and industry leaders; reported on market dynamics during a transformative era for the network.
Silicon Valley Reporter at KGO Radio
January 1, 1999 - September 25, 2025Wrote and reported across a wide range of stories from fires to trials to technology trends; recognized with California/Nevada Reporter of the Year honors twice.
General Assignment Reporter at Newstalk 1530 KFBK
July 1, 1996 - September 25, 2025Covered high-profile stories including major criminal cases and regional floods.
Contracted Producer at National Council for Mental Wellbeing (via KP Productions LLC)
January 1, 2021 - PresentSecured national contract to produce more than 60 educational and narrative videos for professional training and mental health advocacy; Developed multi-hour series used across healthcare, policy, and public education sectors; Led all phases of content creation including interviews, scripting, production, editing, and stakeholder collaboration; Delivered materials that meet strict standards for accessibility, accuracy, and nationwide implementation.
Director and Producer at Beneath the Shadow, KP Productions LLC
January 1, 2019 - PresentDirected and produced a feature-length documentary exploring the life and legacy of Kansas City Chiefs legend Jim Tyrer; Conducted investigative research and interviews with family, teammates, and law enforcement, crafting a story on mental health, CTE, and redemption; Helped reintroduce Tyrer’s story into public consciousness and revived Hall of Fame consideration; Oversaw all editorial, sound, and narrative development.
Owner and Executive Producer at KP Productions LLC
January 1, 2019 - PresentFounded a full-service production company delivering award-winning film, podcast, and client video work; Clients include the National Council for Mental Wellbeing and other national organizations and nonprofits; Lead creative direction, production management, and team mentorship; Specialized in storytelling that intersects with public interest, health, and education.
Digital Content Coordinator at Midwest Transplant Network
January 1, 2020 - September 25, 2025In-house lead for video storytelling, producing more than 70 feature pieces highlighting the lives of organ donors and recipients; Created short documentaries and podcasts that earned KCPT’s Outstanding Partner recognition; Produced viral content and launched the organization’s first Instagram presence; Managed social media channels and strategy, growing Facebook from 9,000 to nearly 14,000 followers; Collaborated with The Bridge 90.9 to create joint podcast projects focused on humanizing organ donation.
Lead Producer at KCPT (Kansas City PBS)
January 1, 2018 - September 25, 2025Led Take Note, a multimedia initiative highlighting K-12 education challenges and opportunities in Kansas City; Produced short documentaries and public interest stories broadcast on KCPT and online; Collaborated with education experts and civic leaders on story development.
Senior Writer and Multimedia Producer at Netsmart Technologies
January 1, 2014 - PresentCreated The Anna Westin Story, a short documentary that played a key role in the passage of the Anna Westin Act, the first federal legislation to address eating disorders through education and clinical training; Produced internal and external communications, blogs, short documentaries, and branded content; Significantly increased the company’s digital engagement and video reach.
Morning Drive Reporter at CBS Radio DC
January 1, 2014 - September 25, 2025Lead field reporter covering over 700 national stories including Obama’s second inauguration, Navy Yard shootings, Superstorm Sandy, and the federal government shutdown; Produced an award-winning investigative radio documentary series revealing threats to firefighter health and safety; Introduced mobile-first reporting tools using iPads and apps, training colleagues in field-based multimedia production.
Reporter and Anchor at FM News Chicago
January 1, 2012 - September 25, 2025Developed feature content and human-interest stories for a targeted, urban demographic; Reported live from the Chicago Marathon with real-time updates, a format innovation at the time.
Editor and Writer at Discovery Digital / HowStuffWorks
January 1, 2011 - September 25, 2025Edited and authored health, science, and sports content for Discovery properties including Discovery Health, TLC, and Animal Planet; Created high-performing articles on endurance sports based on personal reporting.
Founder and Content Director at Endurance Planet
January 1, 2010 - September 25, 2025Built a top-ranked iTunes podcast platform for amateur endurance sports; Produced interviews, partnered with USA Triathlon, and managed editorial production; Sold the company after growing a national following and strong partner network.
News Director and Morning Anchor at KCMO News Talk Radio
January 1, 2008 - September 25, 2025Directed newsroom operations and mentored staff in ethical, audience-focused storytelling; Anchored daily broadcasts and oversaw news coverage strategy.
Afternoon Drive Host at CNET Radio
January 1, 2000 - September 25, 2025Tech-focused host during the dot-com boom, covering the rise of Silicon Valley and the early internet economy; Interviewed founders, venture capitalists, and tech innovators; Translated rapid business shifts for a general audience; Programming distributed nationally via XM Satellite Radio and expanded into the Boston market.
Silicon Valley Reporter at KGO Radio
January 1, 1999 - September 25, 2025South Bay bureau reporter for the top-rated news station in San Francisco; Covered high-profile stories in tech, criminal justice, and business innovation; Twice honored for Best News Writing by the Northern California RTNDA.
General Assignment Reporter at KFBK NewsRadio
January 1, 1996 - September 25, 2025Created and led a radio series on drunk driving that won Gold and Best of Show at the New York International Radio Festival; Rebroadcast annually in Sacramento for public awareness; Covered breaking news including the Unabomber arrest and the Polly Klaas case.
Contracted Producer at National Council for Mental Wellbeing (via KP Productions LLC)
January 1, 2021 - PresentSecured a national contract to produce more than 60 educational and narrative videos for professional training and mental health advocacy; Led development of multi-hour series used across healthcare, policy, and public education sectors; Directed all phases of content creation including interviews, scripting, production, editing, and stakeholder collaboration; Delivered accessible, accurate materials suitable for nationwide implementation.
Director and Producer at Beneath the Shadow, KP Productions LLC
January 1, 2019 - PresentDirected and produced this feature-length documentary exploring the life and legacy of Kansas City Chiefs legend Jim Tyrer; Conducted investigative research and interviews with family, teammates, and law enforcement; Crafted a story addressing mental health, CTE, and redemption; Helped reintroduce Tyrer’s story and revived Hall of Fame consideration; Oversaw editorial, sound, and narrative development.
Owner and Executive Producer at KP Productions LLC
January 1, 2019 - PresentFounded a full-service production company delivering award-winning film, podcast, and client video work; Led creative direction, production management, and team mentorship; Specialized in storytelling intersecting public interest, health, and education.
Digital Content Coordinator at Midwest Transplant Network
January 1, 2020 - September 25, 2025In-house lead for video storytelling; produced over 70 feature pieces highlighting the lives of organ donors and recipients; Created short documentaries and podcasts that earned KCPT’s Outstanding Partner recognition; Produced viral content used in hospitals, churches, and donor drives nationwide; Managed social media channels and strategy, growing Facebook from 9,000 to nearly 14,000 followers and launching the organization’s first Instagram presence; Collaborated with The Bridge 90.9 to create joint podcast projects focused on humanizing organ donation.
Lead Producer at KCPT (Kansas City PBS)
January 1, 2018 - September 25, 2025Led Take Note, a multimedia initiative highlighting K-12 education challenges and opportunities in Kansas City; Produced short documentaries and public interest stories broadcast on KCPT and online; Collaborated with education experts and civic leaders on story development.
Senior Writer and Multimedia Producer at Netsmart Technologies
January 1, 2017 - September 25, 2025Created The Anna Westin Story, a short documentary that played a key role in the passage of the Anna Westin Act, the first federal legislation to address eating disorders through education and clinical training; Produced internal and external communications, blogs, short documentaries, and branded content; Significantly increased the company’s digital engagement and video reach.
Morning Drive Reporter at CBS Radio DC
January 1, 2014 - September 25, 2025Lead field reporter covering over 700 national stories including Obama’s second inauguration, Navy Yard shootings, Superstorm Sandy, and the federal government shutdown; Produced an award-winning investigative radio documentary series revealing threats to firefighter health and safety; Introduced mobile-first reporting tools using iPads and apps, training colleagues in field-based multimedia production.
Reporter and Anchor at FM News Chicago
January 1, 2012 - September 25, 2025Developed feature content and human-interest stories for a targeted, urban demographic; Reported live from the Chicago Marathon with real-time updates, a format innovation at the time.
Editor and Writer at Discovery Digital / HowStuffWorks
January 1, 2011 - September 25, 2025Edited and authored health, science, and sports content for Discovery properties; Created high-performing articles on endurance sports based on reporting and expertise; Contributed to editorial strategy and digital reach.
Founder and Content Director at Endurance Planet (podcast)
January 1, 2010 - September 25, 2025Built one of the top-ranked iTunes podcast platforms for amateur endurance sports; Produced interviews, partnered with USA Triathlon, and managed editorial production; Sold the company after growing a national following and strong partner network.
News Director and Morning Anchor at KCMO News Talk Radio
January 1, 2008 - September 25, 2025Directed newsroom operations and mentored staff in ethical, audience-focused storytelling; Anchored daily broadcasts and oversaw news coverage strategy.
Afternoon Drive Host at CNET Radio
January 1, 2000 - September 25, 2025Tech-focused host during the peak of the dot-com boom, covering the rise of Silicon Valley and the early internet economy; Interviewed founders, venture capitalists, and tech innovators; Programming was distributed nationally via XM Satellite Radio and expanded into the Boston market.
Silicon Valley Reporter at KGO Radio
January 1, 1999 - September 25, 2025South Bay bureau reporter for the top-rated news station in San Francisco; Covered high-profile stories in tech, criminal justice, and business innovation; Twice honored for Best News Writing by the Northern California RTNDA.
General Assignment Reporter at KFBK NewsRadio
January 1, 1996 - September 25, 2025Created and led a radio series on drunk driving that won Gold and Best of Show at the New York International Radio Festival; Series rebroadcast annually in Sacramento for more than two decades as a public awareness campaign; Covered Unabomber arrest and the Polly Klaas case.
Owner at KP Productions LLC
November 1, 2019 - November 22, 2025Produce and edit narrative podcasts, client videos, and short documentaries. Handle full-service audio post-production: multitrack editing, noise reduction, pacing, music integration, and mixing. Work directly with clients to bring interviews, speeches, and raw audio into polished final products.
Digital Content Coordinator at Midwest Transplant Network
February 1, 2020 - February 1, 2020Produced, edited, and distributed 70+ feature videos and podcasts highlighting organ donation stories. Wrote, edited, and produced joint podcasts with The Bridge 90.9, winning the KCPT Outstanding Partner Award. Boosted engagement significantly through story-driven audio and video content.
Lead Producer at KCPT (Kansas City PBS)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018Produced and edited short documentaries and story-driven video content on Kansas City’s K-12 education issues. Managed full production cycle from concept through post-production, including field recording and multitrack audio editing.
Morning Drive Reporter at CBS Radio DC
June 1, 2014 - June 1, 2014Field-reported over 700 major news stories using mobile multitrack editing tools (Voddio). Produced fully edited reports from the field (audio, writing, photography, and video) for digital and on-air publication. Pioneered mobile-first editing and taught techniques to colleagues.
Podcast Producer & Editor at Endurance Planet
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010Produced interviews, edited podcasts, and developed content strategy for a leading sports & fitness podcast. Grew show to #1 ranking in Sports & Recreation on iTunes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism at Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism at Kansas State University
January 11, 2030 - November 22, 2025Qualifications
Two-time Honoree for Best News Writing
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Other
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