Kristin R. Arena
www.kristinarena.com
www.kristinarena.weebly.com

Experience

Reporter/Anchor: KOMU-TV (NBC), Columbia, MO                                                          March 2008-Present
    -Generate story ideas for general assignment reporting shifts
    -Shoot, write, and edit stories for 5pm, 6pm, and 10pm newscast
    -Present stories live and on-set

Web Editor: KOMU-TV, Columbia, MO                                                                            August 2008-Present
    -Edit and upload stories from newscast to website 
    -Input and create web extras including video, photos, and graphics
    -Some work in Flash, Photoshop, Blogger, and WordPress

Intern: PFSweb, Plano, TX                                                                                              May 2008-August 2008
    -Saved company $3,000 per month by reviewing invoice terms
    -Input accounts payable into JD Edwards

Reporter: KBIA Radio (NPR), Columbia, MO                                                                    August 2007-December 2007
    -Generate story ideas for NPR affiliate
    -Report on local news and events

Skills

-Avid Inews                    -Sony HD Camera            
-Avid Newscutter XP       -DVC Pro Camera
-Cool Edit Pro                -Avid Active Content Manager
-Manage food blog for culinary and travel experiences

Education

University of Missouri School of Journalism   
   -Bachelor of Journalism
   
   -Minor in Political Science and History

References

Jen Reeves                                         Randy Reeves                        Kenny Lau
KOMU New Media Director                 KOMU Managing Editor         Accounts Payable Manager
573-424-7083                                   573-884-6397                       972-881-2900 ext. 2880
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