William Pruitt
High Point
Summary
Photojournalism professional with proven track record of delivering compelling visual narratives for renowned publications. Known for strong teamwork and collaboration, consistently adapting to changing assignments and tight deadlines. Trusted to produce high-quality images, demonstrating strong technical skills and keen eye for detail.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Photojournalist
Fox8 WGHP
06.2023 - Current
- Cover and film breaking news stories while working with a reporter in the field, edit stories and feeding it back to the station in high-stakes environments.
- Work with a reporter nightly while editing packages/stories for the late shows.
- Fill in other duties when needed such as editing full shows, filming professional/college sports, and collaborating with producers.
- Achievements/Tasks
Production Assistant - The Carton Show/Highlights
Fox Sports
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Created elements for the show, regularly cutting 50-60 videos while working overnights.
- Produced weekly segments and in charge of keeping track of footage count.
- Assisted on other shows such as Undisputed with Skip and Shannon during a pivotal time for Fox that produced record high numbers.
- Created shot-sheets for highlight reels of live games for use at network halftime/post-game shows or for use by regional Fox affiliates.
- Created long-form highlight reels using broadcast footage of logged games.
- Achievements/Tasks
Editor
XOS Digital Media Internship
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Edited 50 plus highlights, condensed and scrubbed live college games.
- Edited up to four or five live games at a time.
- Did other work such as tagging games, setting up streams, and other computer work.
- Achievements/Tasks
Education
B.S. - Sports Broadcasting
Dan Patrick School of Sportscasting At Full Sail University
Winter Park, Florida05.2020
Skills
- Adobe Suite
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Video editing
- Content research
- Reporting for print and web
- Studio production crew
- Efficient communication
- Can work under pressure
- Time management
- Video shooting
- Audio operations
Timeline
Photojournalist
Fox8 WGHP
06.2023 - Current
Production Assistant - The Carton Show/Highlights
Fox Sports
08.2022 - 05.2023
Editor
XOS Digital Media Internship
11.2019 - 03.2020
B.S. - Sports Broadcasting
Dan Patrick School of Sportscasting At Full Sail University
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