Travis Prasad
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Strategic communicator with 10+ years of experience in storytelling. Proven ability to craft compelling narratives under tight deadlines, build trusted stakeholder relationships, and translate complex information into clear messaging for diverse audiences. Now pivoting into corporate communications or public relations, bringing newsroom expertise and strong media instincts to a new challenge.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Reporter
Global News
Burnaby, BC
07.2022 - Current
- Writing high-impact stories for TV, digital, and radio platforms, reaching +100,000 people daily across BC.
- Developing relationships with public officials, emergency services and community leaders to source exclusive content.
- Reporting live in the field and anchoring TV newscasts.
- Translated complex policy, legal, and scientific issues into accessible, audience-friendly narratives.
Video Journalist
CTV News
Vancouver, BC
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Covered news events at various locations and delivered information in cohesive format on-air.
- Built relationships with experts in various fields to create funnels for story leads and information.
- Captured high-quality images with professional-grade cameras and equipment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative ways to tell stories visually.
Video Journalist
CityNews on CityTV
Vancouver, BC
07.2017 - 03.2021
- Shot, wrote, edited and produced daily news stories for a fast-paced newsroom.
- Pitched and developed original story ideas relevant to local and national audiences.
- Regularly appeared live on-air to deliver updates and analysis on evolving stories.
- Coordinated with producers to package stories that aligned with broader editorial strategy
Writer
CTV News
Vancouver, BC
12.2015 - 07.2017
- Drafted news scripts to be presented by on-air talent
Education
Diploma - Broadcast And Online Journalism
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC01-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC01-2013
Skills
- Strategic Communication
- Storytelling & Messaging Strategy
- Interviewing & Public Speaking
- Deadline-Driven Production
Timeline
Reporter
Global News
07.2022 - Current
Video Journalist
CTV News
03.2021 - 07.2022
Video Journalist
CityNews on CityTV
07.2017 - 03.2021
Writer
CTV News
12.2015 - 07.2017
Diploma - Broadcast And Online Journalism
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Simon Fraser University