Hi, I’m Erika R. Johnson. I’m a retired broadcast news reporter with extensive experience anchoring, producing, and reporting. I’ve developed a strong on-camera presence and audience engagement across multiple markets. I’m now focused on ESL instruction and drama/theatre arts education for young learners, helping students build confidence, language skills, and creative expression. In addition to teaching, I continue freelance work as a broadcast/media talent, delivering on-camera and voice-over performances for educational content and commercials. I value collaboration, storytelling, and connecting with diverse audiences.

Erika R. Johnson

Hi, I’m Erika R. Johnson. I’m a retired broadcast news reporter with extensive experience anchoring, producing, and reporting. I’ve developed a strong on-camera presence and audience engagement across multiple markets. I’m now focused on ESL instruction and drama/theatre arts education for young learners, helping students build confidence, language skills, and creative expression. In addition to teaching, I continue freelance work as a broadcast/media talent, delivering on-camera and voice-over performances for educational content and commercials. I value collaboration, storytelling, and connecting with diverse audiences.

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Hi, I’m Erika R. Johnson. I’m a retired broadcast news reporter with extensive experience anchoring, producing, and reporting. I’ve developed a strong on-camera presence and audience engagement across multiple markets. I’m now focused on ESL instruction and drama/theatre arts education for young learners, helping students build confidence, language skills, and creative expression.

In addition to teaching, I continue freelance work as a broadcast/media talent, delivering on-camera and voice-over performances for educational content and commercials. I value collaboration, storytelling, and connecting with diverse audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Drama/Theatre Arts Preschool Teacher at Centerstage Academy of the Performing Arts
January 1, 2025 - Present
Lead creative drama and theatre activities for preschool students, promoting confidence, communication, and collaboration.
ESL Tutor at Cambly Inc. & Private Clients
February 1, 2023 - February 1, 2025
Conducted conversational English lessons focusing on vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation.
Freelance Broadcast/Media Talent at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 2013 - Present
On-camera and voice-over work for media productions, commercials, and educational content.
Yoga & Laughter Yoga Instructor
January 1, 2013 - Present
Led classes and workshops focusing on asanas, breathing, relaxation, and meditation. Certifications in 2013 and 2017.
Freelance Broadcast/Media Talent
January 1, 2013 - Present
On-camera and voice-over work for media productions, commercials, and educational content.
Anchor/Producer at NNPS-TV
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Anchoring and producing newscasts.
Freelance News Reporter at WVEC TV
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006
News reporting for WVEC TV, covering local and regional events.
Broadcast/Media Roles at WCTV TV, PAX Television, WAVY TV, WJXT TV, WTOK TV, WRIC TV
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 2003
Other broadcasting roles across multiple stations.
Broadcasting Roles (Various Stations) at WCTV TV, PAX Television, WAVY TV, WJXT TV, WTOK TV, WRIC TV
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 2003
On-air roles at multiple stations (1990–2003).

Education

B.S. in Mass Communications (Broadcast Journalism) at Virginia Commonwealth University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 1990
B.S. in Mass Communications (Broadcast Journalism) at Virginia Commonwealth University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 1990

Qualifications

Yoga Instructor Certification
January 1, 2013 - January 16, 2026
Laughter Yoga Instructor Certification
January 1, 2017 - January 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other