Benjamin Brodsky
Potomac
Summary
Experienced and award-winning television journalist with 30 years of producing experience in a top 10 market newsroom. A versatile leader with strong editorial judgment, skilled in producing, writing, storytelling, and editing for live newscasts, specials, and event coverage. Adept at coordinating complex coverage, multitasking across news, weather, and sports, and developing compelling content that resonates with audiences. A respected newsroom leader with a reputation for creative problem-solving, collaboration, and mentoring the next generation of producers.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior News Producer
WUSA9
06.2015 - Current
Sports Content Producer
WUSA9
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Led production of daily sports news coverage, including the Washington Commanders, local pro and college teams, and major sporting events
- Developed live coverage plans and produced impactful graphics for significant events, including NFL Owners’ meetings, Commanders ownership change, Commanders Training Camp, March Madness, and LIV Golf Tournament
- Played a key role in the transition of the sports department to a new anchor team and helped shape sports coverage strategies ahead of sports seasons
- Field produced live sports coverage including Commanders and Nationals games, Capitals media day, and Wells Fargo Golf Tournament
- Managed and coordinated coverage for local pro and college sports teams, including credentials and logistics for major games and community events
News Producer
WUSA9
11.1996 - 06.2015
Production Assistant
WUSA9
10.1994 - 11.1996
Education
Associate of Arts - TV-Radio Production
Montgomery College
Rockville, MDSkills
- Editorial Leadership
- Sports Production
- Live Newscast Production
- Multitasking & Organization
- Creative Storytelling
- Adaptability
- Audience engagement
- Social media strategy
- Breaking news coverage
- Newsroom collaboration
Timeline
Sports Content Producer
WUSA9
01.2023 - 06.2024
Senior News Producer
WUSA9
06.2015 - Current
News Producer
WUSA9
11.1996 - 06.2015
Production Assistant
WUSA9
10.1994 - 11.1996
Associate of Arts - TV-Radio Production
Montgomery College
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