Cindy Kennedy-Gomez
Torrance
Summary
Bilingual television and production professional with over seven years of experience across broadcast, field production, and digital media. Comfortable working both behind the scenes and in front of the camera, supporting productions from concept through execution. Known for multitasking in fast-paced environments, strong communication skills, and a positive on-set presence. Skilled in Avid editing, teleprompter operation, and creating social media content for local TV and Instagram.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Broadcast Journalist / Field Producer and Reporter
City of Lakewood
09.2018 - Current
- Serve as field reporter, producer, and on-camera talent for local television broadcasts.
- Write, Log, and produce news stories, ensuring accurate and engaging content.
- Conduct interviews with subject matter experts, talent, and community members.
- Oversee all phases of video production, from research and pre-production to editing and post-production.
- Record voiceover and deliver polished field reports on camera.
- Collaborate with camera crews and production staff; edit interview footage using Avid Media Composer.
- Anchor monthly community digest show
- On-Camera presentation skills.
- Operate teleprompter
On-Camera Entertainment Correspondent /Associate Field Producer
Buzz
12.2017 - Current
- Conduct on-camera interviews with artists, actors, and industry professionals at red carpet events, press junkets, and private interviews.
- Represent the brand at public and private promotional events, delivering engaging entertainment coverage.
- Write and translate scripts for pop culture video segments in both English and Spanish.
- Cover live and pre-recorded television productions including NBC’s The Voice, America’s Got Talent, and So You Think You Can Dance.
- Provide field production support for movie premieres, Netflix productions, televised shows, and entertainment interviews.
Producer /Social Media Content Creator
City of Torrance
01.2023 - Current
- Produce and deliver content for local television broadcasts as a one-person production team.
- Write, edit, and produce stories for broadcast and social media platforms with a 30k+ follower audience.
- Conduct interviews and coordinate on-camera production; Avid editing, and field production independently.
- Identify and pitch new story ideas, oversee all aspects of content creation, and collaborate with crew as needed.
On Camera Reporter /Event Host
Magnolia Street Productions / KVMD-TV
2017 - 2022
- Host live television broadcasts, conducting bilingual interviews (English/Spanish) with community leaders, city officials, and media personalities.
- Translate scripts for live segments; deliver polished on-camera presentations.
- Assist with production setup and teardown, ensuring smooth broadcasts.
- Road-Side Interviews
Education
Graduate Certificate - TV Broadcasting And Production
The Academy of Radio & Television
Huntington Beach01-2018
Certificate - On Camera Hosting
Carolyne Barry / Sena-Series Hosting Program
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Editing & Post-Production:
Avid Media Composer (beginner), Final Cut Pro (beginner), Adobe Premiere Pro (beginner), Adobe Photoshop (beginner), Non-Linear Editing - Production & Broadcast Tools:
Teleprompter (Pro Prompter), 4-Input Switcher, Cameras, Live Type - Production & Content:
Field Production, Reporting, Script Writing, On-Camera Support, Producing Support
- Software:
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
Additional Skills & Competencies:
Broadcast Production, Audio, Lighting, Graphics, Lower Thirds, Content Creation, Journalism, Film Production, Production Coordination, Switchboard Operations, Database Management, Networking, Beginning Directing
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Producer /Social Media Content Creator
City of Torrance
01.2023 - Current
Broadcast Journalist / Field Producer and Reporter
City of Lakewood
09.2018 - Current
On-Camera Entertainment Correspondent /Associate Field Producer
Buzz
12.2017 - Current
On Camera Reporter /Event Host
Magnolia Street Productions / KVMD-TV
2017 - 2022
Graduate Certificate - TV Broadcasting And Production
The Academy of Radio & Television
Certificate - On Camera Hosting
Carolyne Barry / Sena-Series Hosting Program