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Alexandra Pinto

Summary

Dynamic and enthusiastic producer and lead anchor skilled in production management. Possesses demonstrated ability to develop and implement successful strategies, meet tight deadlines and exceed goals. Exceptional organizational and communication skills for working with diverse teams. Lead team in coverage for CTV's flagship show for broadcast and digital

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

PRODUCER & ANCHOR, CTV NEWS AT 6

CTV News Kitchener
01.2021 - Current

-Co-produce and anchor CTV News at 6

-Occasional backfill anchor for CTV News Channel (National program)

-Lead team to develop story concepts that hit target audiences for broadcast and digital platforms

-Pitch, write, vet and oversee production and final product of 6pm show

-Mentor junior team members by providing guidance on best practices and professional development

-Foster a positive working environment by promoting open communication channels among team members

-Conduct in-depth interviews, maintain strong on-air presence and adapt to breaking news situations

PRODUCER & ANCHOR, CTV NEWS AT 5

CTV News Kitchener
05.2019 - 01.2021

-Produce and anchor CTV News at 5

-Conduct live interviews, pitch stories and vet scripts for broadcast and digital platforms

-Organize and book interview segments (multiple) daily

-Provide high-quality content through close collaboration with team members

-Established strong relationships with members of the community including Police Chief, Regional Chair and city officials.


ANCHOR, CTV NEWS AT 11:30

CTV Kitchener
06.2017 - 05.2019

-Anchor CTV News at 11:30.

-Responsible for lining up show daily

-Collaborate with newsroom team to develop compelling stories daily

-Conduct in-depth research and interviews, providing accurate and relevant information on air

-Maintain strong on-air presence and adapt to breaking news situations



WEEKEND ANCHOR & VIDEOGRAPHER

CTV News Kitchener
04.2016 - 06.2017

-Anchor weekend shows for CTV News at 6 & 11:30

-Enhance viewer engagement by incorporating breaking news and relevant topics into weekend broadcasts

-Lead newsroom and team coverage on weekends

-Weekday videographer (reporting and shooting stories)


VIDEOGRAPHER

CTV News Kitchener
02.2014 - 01.2017

-Live reporting on location and film news stories

-File and meet multiple daily deadlines for several shows

-Live breaking news reporting

-Experience covering crime, court, council, local business, health and community interest stories

-Experience covering sensitive scenes (homicides, crashes and fire scenes)



COMMUNITY REPORTER & EDITORIAL ASSISTANT

Global News Toronto
04.2012 - 02.2014

-Pitch, film edit and report on community events in Toronto and the GTA (summer contract)

-Live reporting

-Worked on Global's special coverage of the 2012 summer Olympics

-Collaborate with editors, assignment and management on plans for coverage

-Manage assignment desk, chase breaking news, assign reporters and cameras, assist reporters with chasing stories,

-Contribute to multiple Global Toronto broadcasts

-Operate teleprompter and split scripts for multiple broadcasts


ASSIGNMENT INTERN

Global News Toronto
01.2012 - 04.2012

-Enhanced intern productivity by assisting assignment desk

-Assist several reporters and anchors with stories and special projects

-Contribute to gathering daily news content and assist in breaking news situations

-Chase stories and interview subjects

-Conduct interviews

ASSIGNMENT INTERN

CTV News Toronto
06.2010 - 08.2010

-Supported staff members in their daily tasks

-Reduce workload burden and allow for increased focus on higher-priority assignments

-Assist assignment desk and reporters with daily news stories and breaking news coverage



Education

Diploma - Broadcast Journalism-TV News Post Grad

Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
London, ON
04.2012

Diploma - Television Broadcasting

Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
London, ON
04.2011

Skills

  • Presentation & strong communication
  • Public speaking
  • Leadership
  • Multitasking
  • Ability to excel under pressure
  • Critical thinking
  • Organization & time management
  • Creative digital/social media
  • Video & editing
  • Navigating/managing sensitive situations

Timeline

PRODUCER & ANCHOR, CTV NEWS AT 6

CTV News Kitchener
01.2021 - Current

PRODUCER & ANCHOR, CTV NEWS AT 5

CTV News Kitchener
05.2019 - 01.2021

ANCHOR, CTV NEWS AT 11:30

CTV Kitchener
06.2017 - 05.2019

WEEKEND ANCHOR & VIDEOGRAPHER

CTV News Kitchener
04.2016 - 06.2017

VIDEOGRAPHER

CTV News Kitchener
02.2014 - 01.2017

COMMUNITY REPORTER & EDITORIAL ASSISTANT

Global News Toronto
04.2012 - 02.2014

ASSIGNMENT INTERN

Global News Toronto
01.2012 - 04.2012

ASSIGNMENT INTERN

CTV News Toronto
06.2010 - 08.2010

Diploma - Broadcast Journalism-TV News Post Grad

Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology

Diploma - Television Broadcasting

Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
Alexandra Pinto