I am a seasoned storyteller that can work across platforms, in real time. I function in the now, and work to blur deadlines by getting confirmed information to my consumers' many screens - as it happens.
On this reel, you will see a montage of live shots and standups, a spot news PKG wrapped in a live, and two other PKG's. I am a versitile 'Swiss Army Knife' of news. I'm not a reporter that shoots, or a shooter that reports. I am proud to be a Videojournalist. Its my craft and passion.
My resume is below, feel free to contact me at anytime.
Paul Harrop
Video Journalist | Producer/Editor | Anchor
PaulHarropLive@gmail.com
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@PaulHarropLive
Producer/Videojournalist - Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association - Frederick, MD February 2012 - Present
Shoot, write, report and edit TV News-style video reports for video on demand channel and digital edition of two magazines. Line produce and TD a weekly 30 minute newscast about general aviation.
Anchor / Video Journalist - KAUZ Wichita Falls, TX January 2010 - February 2012
Generate hard news content on a daily basis. Function in a multi-platform world with an emphasis on delivering breaking news to the web, social media and mobile platforms. Report live in the field on breaking news - Ad lib in developing situations. Frame shots, light interviews, record audio and edit video to NPPA Standards. Maintain a network of sources and contacts who frequently give me exclusive stories. Utilize social media for news gathering and dissemination. Lead the newsroom, providing guidance and technical direction to others. Write AP-styled web articles and incorporate multimedia elements into web presentation daily.
Photojournalist / Editor - KOCO Oklahoma City, OK July 2007 - January 2010
Shot and edited news stories with the highest editorial and visual standards. Turned multiple packages daily. Engineered live shots via microwave, satellite, fiber and internet-based means of transmission. Frequently was involved in extended coverage of severe weather and breaking news events via live phone reports and internet video streaming. Field produced packages.
Photojournalist / Video Journalist - KSWO Lawton, OK June 2006 - July 2007
Shot news stories daily and operated microwave truck. Served as-needed in the role of video journalist and weekend morning producer / anchor. Filled-in for principal talent and producers.
Photojournalist / Field Producer - (freelance) April 2004 - May 2006
Worked as a stringer for a number of local, regional and national news outlets.
Project Manager - Rizing Video Productions - Edmond, OK June 2003 - March 2004
Sold and oversaw production of creative video works, web sites and other projects.
Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters' Kravis Broadcast Institute 2002
Working knowledge: FOIA process and laws related to Journalism. Internet-based investigating and computer assisted reporting. Social media and web applications. HD/SD Photojournalism on JVC, Sony, Panasonic, Canon, and Phillips cameras in Tapeless, XDCam, DVC Pro, MiniDV, SuperVHS and BetacamSP formats. HD/SD Editing on Premier, Edius, Avid, Pinnacle, Vegas and linear editors. Producing on ENPS and Autocue Newsroom software platforms. Microwave transmission equipment. Internet video streaming and file transport.
FCC Licensed Amateur Radio Operator (call sign WX5USA)
Storm Chaser - actively chasing since 2000
