Kira Alana Schuette

6929 Commerce Circle, Apt 5203, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70809

(504) 250-4507 | kira.alana.schuette@gmail.com | http://kiraschuette.weebly.com

SUMMARY
Morning news producer dedicated to excellence in broadcast journalism. Versatile, efficient and
hardworking with a comprehensive understanding of the use of ENPS, Newspath and Oasis. Professional
and creative team member with the ability to think on the spot and quickly adapt to changes. Adept at
interpersonal relationships and communication with community members.

EDUCATION
Louisiana State University
Bachelor, Mass Communication GPA: 3.97
Minors: History and French

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

December 2015

EXPERIENCE
Morning News Producer
WAFB

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

March 2016 Present

Produced the 4:30am, Big Xtra Hour and Sunday Morning Shows. I stack, write, produce and manage breaking
news for these shows. I was also responsible for seeking out and booking interviews for the Big Xtra Hour and
Sunday Morning Show. Editing is an important part of my job. I find and edit all the videos for the 4:30am and
Sunday Morning shows.

Associate Producer
WAFB

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

January 2016 March 2016

Write scripts, edit video and produce cut-ins that aired on channel 9.

LSU Tiger TV Gubernatorial Debate Organizers

LSU Tiger TV

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

June 2015 October 2015

Organized a state-wide debate for the top candidates in the Louisiana Gubernatorial election. Duties include
organizing the event and serving as the point person for candidates, moderators, reporters, etc. Other duties
included:

Booking Venue
Contacting candidates and moderators
Creating and executing format of the debate
Ensuring live, on-air coverage of the event (including pre and post shows for Tiger TV, live online
streaming and creating a social media plan).
Managing day-of event information
Working with other stations to ensure pervasive coverage.

Tiger TV News Director

LSU Tiger TV

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

August 2015 December 2015

Lead the production and presentation of on-campus and local news. Responsibilities include managing a staff of
reporters and producers as well as ensuring relevant news coverage.

Congressional Intern of the U.S. House of Representatives

Office of Congressman Steve Scalise

Washington D.C.
July 2015 August 2015

Aid with constituent concerns, complete office tasks, deliver messages and aid with projects for the Congressman.
Duties also included bringing visiting constituents on tours around the capitol.

Vote Everywhere Ambassador

Andrew Goodman Foundation

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

August 2014 December 2015

Run on-campus coting registration drives and aid the Goodman Foundation with politically mobilizing students.
Some events include:
Voter registration drives
Forum on Higher Education
Aided in LSU March the Capitol (for Higher Education)

TECHNICAL SKILLS
Fluent in:

ENPS, CBS Newspath, Oasis

Edius Neo 3
Adobe Premiere
InDesign
Photoshop
Word, PowerPoint and Excel

Experience with Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram, Wordpress

HONORS AND AWARDS

LSU Deans list (2012- December 2015)
LSU Chancellors List (December 2012 December 2013)
LSU Mortar Boards Top 10 Freshmen (2013)
Tri-State Champion in Persuasive and Impromptu Speaking (2013) / Informative Speaking (2014)

LANGUAGE
Conversational in French