Dan Weiser
Creative and passionate communications executive adept at leading proactively in cutting-edge, competitive organizations that demand superior communication and analytical skills.
Television and Digital Journalism
Top stakeholder and accountable for all aspects of KCRA news coverage and presentations in broadcasts and on the Internet. Led 100+ journalists to produce award-winning, innovative, #1 rated coverage. Noted for investigative reports and consumer oriented stories. Guided newsroom into digital and Web 2.0 eras.
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Industry leader in original web coverage.
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Skilled in crisis management. Led teams of journalists through local and national emergencies when a clear, concise, and calm message was imperative for public safety.
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Demonstrated vision in conceiving projects based on careful analysis of research.
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Worked with a diverse staff and across departments to reach consensus and goals.
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Created principles and processes that ensured brand integrity, consistency, and growth.
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Formed strategic partnerships with key demographics.
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Facilitated and coordinated news/marketing activities to ensure maximum effectiveness.
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Won Emmy Award for production "PennDOT Implosion."
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Produced groundbreaking documentary "Three Mile Island: 30-Years Later."
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Produced 5:00 p.m. news segment and 6:00 p.m. newshour.
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Responsible for all content, briefing anchors, and managing crews.
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Innovative formats.
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Produced documentary on fire in San Juan Puerto Rico which killed 17 people.
Executive News Producer
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Created new newscasts.
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Wrote and produced all content.
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Introduced new production concepts.
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Won Regional Emmy Award for documentary "Missing Are We Finding the Children?"