WRAL Documentary Explores Robots Replacing Workers
September 6th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyThe bots are coming. Are we prepared? WRAL’s new documentary examines how local businesses are using robots, reducing the need for human labor.
Denver’s KUSA Names Blair Nelson Marketing Director
September 5th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyTrading in cowboys boots for ski boots, Blair Nelson is making the move from Tegna’s WFAA in Dallas to Denver to head up marketing for KUSA. Prior to joining WFAA, she served in senior account management roles at several advertising agencies, leading campaigns for Chevrolet and MillerCoors.
In NYC, WNYW Is The Dominant Station On Facebook
September 5th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyThis week’s Social Scorecard covers the social media scene in New York City where broadcasters are vying for their share of engagement among 140 million actions. WNYW, the Fox O&O, is far ahead of all broadcasters there. Its secret? Fewer posts that appeal to their followers’ emotions. “Sometimes, less is more,” says Dan Carlin, the station’s programming and research VP.
Nexstar Goes All Out To Enhance KHON Hurricane Coverage
September 4th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyWith a rare Category 5 hurricane bearing down on the Hawaiian Islands, KHON Honolulu got coverage help from owner Nexstar’s Washington bureau and stations in California, Nevada and Pennsylvania. The effort led to an outpouring of support from the community. “I’ve never in my life seen anything like it,” said Kristina Lockwood, KHON’s general manager.
WPTA Children Special Touches Viewers’ Hearts
August 30th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyA local photographer and her work bring comfort and joy to the families of children who face serious and sometimes terminal illnesses. When WPTA aired this special, viewers were touched and flooded the station with comments like this one: “This was one of the best things I’ve ever seen … truly. Loved and appreciated every minute!”
WJXT Takes Viewers Back To Fury Of Hurricane Irma
August 29th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyNever-before-seen footage highlights an hour-long documentary, High Rise – The Flood and Fury of Hurricane Irma , on WJXT tonight at 8. “The storm surge was nothing like we’d seen before,” said Bob Ellis, WJXT’s general manager.
In Cedar Rapids, KCRG Rides Highest On Facebook
August 28th, 2018 by Paul GreeleySocial Scorecard this week comes from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, about 100 miles east of Des Moines, where Gray’s KCRG is on top of social media. The key to its success on Facebook is reliable information, just like on television. “We are your trusted source regardless of the platform,” says Adam Carros, KCRG’s news director. “I think that’s really the value at the end of the day.”
‘Fake News’ Hecklers Pushed WIS To Air Pro-Press Editorial
August 27th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyWhen a carload of fake news hecklers recently shut down a news live shot, Lyle Schulze, the general manager of WIS had seen enough and called police. “It’s getting almost to the point of violence. We remind our reporters that you’re a visible target. It is a little scary.” The incident encouraged the station to sound off.
A Few Stations That Stood Up To Anti-Press Rhetoric
August 24th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyPresident Trump’s attacks on the news media spurred the RTDNA to ask its members to run editorials stressing the importance of a free press. While many newspapers took up the cry, only a handful of TV stations did. Here why some that did felt the need to go public and what their viewers thought of it.
Cincinnati’s WCPO Earns 6 Regional Emmy Awards
August 23rd, 2018 by Paul Greeley“I’m very proud of our entire team and the journalism we produce for television viewers and digital consumers every day,” said Chip Mahaney, WCPO’s news director.