Visual Journalist/Multimedia Professional
Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area
- Current
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- Photojournalist at Bay News 9
- Camera Operator, freelance at NFL Films
- Past
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- Dir. of News Operations for WOIO/WUAB at Raycom Media
- Dir. of News Operations at WOIO/WUAB-TV
- Director of Photography at WKYC-TV
- Education
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- Florida Institute of Technology
- Case Western Reserve University - Weatherhead School of Management
- Bowling Green State University
- Willoughby-Eastlake Technical Center
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Kim Fatica’s Summary
I am an energetic and passionate visual storyteller who knows I have yet to reach my full potential both as a photojournalist and as a newsroom manager. While I have spent most of the last 25 years in the field in Cleveland, I have plenty of experience working with the networks on stories of national significance both as a photojournalist and manager.
My news experience is broad, and because of that I have a rare understanding and appreciation of the newsroom workflow.
Among my most recent accomplishments have been overseeing the HD conversion of two news stations in Cleveland over the last four years, building a helicopter ENG program from scratch, and actively participating in the planning and implementation of moving the city of Cleveland in to the new digital 2 GHz band plan for microwave transmissions.
I embrace professional versatility, welcoming new opportunities and refusing to allow myself to be monochromatic in my body of work as a journalist. I have been a contributing writer to News Photographer Magazine since 1984 and have written for numerous other publications. Newer journalistic vehicles such as Twitter and other social mediums are also a part of my experience.
I find great satisfaction mentoring younger journalists and spend time doing this at the college level as Vice President of the Journalism Alumni Board at Bowling Green State University. A lifelong member of the Boy Scouts, I also counsel boys seeking to earn Communications, Journalism, Cinematography, Computers and all three Citizenship merit badges on their way to becoming Eagle Scouts and productive citizens of our country.
My professional goal today is the same as it was 25 years ago: To continue to learn everything I can and apply my abilities for the success of my team and employer.
Kim Fatica’s Specialties:
My specialties include (but are not limited to) photojournalism, videography, helicopter ENG, non-linear editing systems, satellite and microwave ENG systems, logistical planning, cellular phone systems.
Kim Fatica’s Experience
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Photojournalist
Bay News 9
(Broadcast Media industry)
May 2009 — Present (8 months)
I am back feeding my passion after a near six-month layoff. My specialties include special projects shooting and editing on Pinnacle Liquid. Early morning weekends are spent working out of Bay News 9's hybrid Sprinter truck doing microwave and satellite live shots.
My goals are to contribute more to this newsroom than simply shooting the daily news and to elevate my work to prominence. I am also seeking to expand my editorial abilities by gaining more experience writing. I refuse to be pigeonholed and like the idea of versatility. -
Camera Operator, freelance
NFL Films
(Privately Held; Broadcast Media industry)
August 2003 — Present (6 years 5 months)
Part of the original "Point After" program crew in Cleveland, my primary responsibility for the NFL Network is to oversee and shoot the post-game coverage. In the off-season I am used when needed as a camera operator for other NFL Films projects such as their annual SuperAd campaign for Super Bowl.
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Dir. of News Operations for WOIO/WUAB
Raycom Media
(Privately Held; Broadcast Media industry)
June 2006 — December 2008 (2 years 7 months)
In addition to serving WOIO/WUAB, I was part of several Raycom Media task groups that set protocols, handled troubleshooting issues for the stations within the corporation, and made recommendations to the corporate officers when asked. My involvement included the Content Sharing system through BitCentral, Ops Managers group and Safety Task Force.
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Dir. of News Operations
WOIO/WUAB-TV
(Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Broadcast Media industry)
June 2006 — December 2008 (2 years 7 months)
Provided guidance and supplemental training for a staff of 31 non-linear editors and photojournalists while providing logistical and technical support for Raycom Media's largest newsroom staff. Managed all fiscal, technical and personnel assets for news operations with a budget that exceeded $1.5 million annually. Directed the News Department's transition in to HD and 16:9 aspect ratio conversion. Actively planned the 2 GHz microwave relocation for all Cleveland TV stations as mandated by the FCC. Coordinated training efforts and equipment conversions to COFDM. Served CBS and CNN networks by providing major logistical support and fulfilling daily video requests. Maintained helicopter ENG program and served as a HENG camera operator and live reporter as needed.
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Director of Photography
WKYC-TV
(Public Company; 1001-5000 employees; Broadcast Media industry)
June 1999 — May 2006 (7 years )
Provided guidance and leadership to staff of 23 fellow photojournalists while performing long-format visual storytelling duties for Special Projects Unit. Created in-house seminars and learning opportunities, including personal mentoring and critiquing sessions as well as facilitating participation in NPPA and ONPA educational seminars. Twice hosted and organized major NPPA seminars including Airborne TV Seminar and Cutting Edge as well as ONPA Buckeye Seminar.
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Director of News Operations
WKYC-TV
(Broadcast Media industry)
June 1999 — May 2006 (7 years )
Managed a staff of 52 non-linear editors, photojournalists and Chyron operators and provided logistical and technical support for a large newsroom staff. Created helicopter ENG program from scratch and guided the News Department to HD and 16:9 aspect ratio conversion. Cultivated a strong network relationship for NBC and CNN networks, and provided on-site logistical support during major national news events, most notably the 2004 Vice Presidential Debates at Case Western Reserve University.
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Photojournalist/Editor
WOIO/WUAB
(Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Broadcast Media industry)
August 1992 — May 1999 (6 years 10 months)
Concentration on general assignment news as staff photojournalist, moving in to more specialized projects. Daily operation of live microwave ENG trucks and field editing. Visual storytelling recognized by the National Press Photographers Association, Ohio News Photographers Association, Associated Press, National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences and Women in Communications. Multiple Emmy Award and NPPA Quarterly Clip Contest winner. Organized and hosted national NPPA Flying Short Course.
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Photojournalist/Editor
WJW
(Broadcast Media industry)
1987 — 1991 (4 years )
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Sports Producer
WEWS
(Public Company; 51-200 employees; Broadcast Media industry)
1986 — 1987 (1 year )
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Photojournalist/Editor/Reporter
WWAY
(Broadcast Media industry)
May 1985 — April 1986 (1 year )
Kim Fatica’s Education
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Florida Institute of Technology
M.B.A. , Marketing , 2009 — 2011 (expected)
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Case Western Reserve University - Weatherhead School of Management
Management Seminar Series 1990 — 1991
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Bowling Green State University
B.L.S. , Journalism and Telecommunications , 1980 — 1985
I am currently serving BGSU's Department of Journalism as Vice President of the Alumni Board and provide mentoring to undergraduates.
- Activities and Societies:
- Lambda Chi Alpha (charter member), Sigma Delta Chi (Journalism honorary), WBGU-FM, WBGU-TV, Student Publications photo editor, Photo lab assistant, varsity cheerleader, Fencing Team, Karate Club.
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Willoughby-Eastlake Technical Center
Certification , Electronics , 1977 — 1979
Additional Information
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Kim Fatica’s Interests:
Photojournalism education and mentoring, effective visual storytelling, computers, non-linear editing, camping, hiking, mountain biking, Boy Scout Assistant Scoutmaster.
Kim Fatica’s Groups:
National Press Photographers Association
National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences
Bowling Green State University School of Journalism
NABET Local 42 (inactive)
IATSE Local 666 (inactive)
Boy Scouts of America
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The Order of the Arrow - Scouting's Honor Society -
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BGSU Alumni -
Mobile TV -
NPPA - National Press Photographers Association -
BG NETWORKING -
twitter innovators Innovation & Creativity Network of Tweeters -
Talk Less, Say More -
Vigil Honor of the Order of the Arrow
Kim Fatica’s Honors:
Eagle Scout Class of 1977
Emmy Awards (multiple)
NPPA First Place, Regional Quarterly Clip Contest (multiple)
ONPA First Place (multiple)
Runner-up ONPA TV Photojournalist of the Year
Silver Telly Award
Cleveland Press Club Award
Associated Press Award for Best Videography
UPI Award for Best Feature Story
Best of Gannett
Kim Fatica’s Contact Settings
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