ELISE BEJJANI
NORTH RYDE
Summary
Dynamic News Producer skilled in content creation, teamwork collaboration and multitasking with extensive experience working in an ultra fast paced environment.
Highly motivated to produce quality content through combined knowledge and skills in production, writing and graphics.
Committed to accuracy, fast-turnarounds and trusted within each workplace, having trained and mentored juniors in every role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Accomplishments
- Formatted and created an entire breaking live cross 6 minutes before it aired.
- Worked closely with foreign correspondents during breaking overseas news (War in Gaza and explosions in Lebanon, U.S election 2024, California fires etc.)
- Worked through the Olympics while it was broadcast by Nine.
- Worked through a 24/7 roster during broadcast of Queen's death.
- Has been the only associate producer on at multiple times.
- Worked 1 am to 9:30am shifts for over a year.
Work History
News Producer
Nine Entertainment
09.2023 - Current
- Delivered informative, relevant content and conducted thorough research to ensure accuracy and credibility of facts presented in news stories.
- Managed tight deadlines and worked during breaking news events and rolling coverage, ensuring all content was ready for broadcast and on time every day.
- Oversaw and supervised editing and graphics processes to maintain consistent style and tone across all segments of the Today show.
- Liaised with overnight cameramen to be across events happening around Australia including crime, protests etc.
- Found appropriate stories and ideas for programming and prioritized stories effectively based on relevance to engage target audiences.
- Collaborated with reporters to develop accurate, timely, and informative live crosses, packages and look lives.
- Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels.
- Worked with Police, Firefighters and Ambulance media outlets across the country to receive accurate information and report the truth.
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve overall success.
- Pitched innovative story ideas that differentiated from news content produced by competitors.
- Enhanced audience engagement by incorporating compelling stories and visuals in morning news segments.
- Mentored junior producers in best practices for best flow and informed them of tips and tricks to help with a fast paced environment.
News Media Exchange Operator
Nine Entertainment
12.2021 - 09.2023
- Extensive knowledge of switch board routers, intercoms, EVS and AVID.
- Worked during major global events.
- Distributed feeds to other stations and played out live segments.
- Developed strong relationships with all departments of News to ensure a cohesive working environment including, Chief of staff, Producers, Editors, Library, Graphics, Camera and Master Control.
- Assisted team members with troubleshooting, and equipment problems, improving overall workflow.
- Adapted to new technologies and processes to enhance production capabilities.
- Trained new staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Operated telephones, transferred calls and provided necessary information to all departments.
Customer Service Cashier
Guzman Y Gomez
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting a welcoming environment for customers.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly, maintaining composure during busy periods or difficult interactions.
- Encouraged customers to make additional purchases by highlighting current deals.
- Processed customer orders and accurately handled payment transactions.
- Assisted in training new employees, ensuring they were knowledgeable about company policies and procedures.
- Handled sensitive information securely while processing payments through various methods including cash, credit cards, and gift cards.
- Participated in regular inventory counts, ensuring accuracy in store stock levels.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
Education
Diploma - Screen And Media
TAFE NSW
NSW11-2021
Diploma - Animation And Special Effects
SAE Creative Institute
Sydney, NSW12-2020
High School Diploma -
Marist Sisters College Woolwich
Woolwich, NSW09-2019
Statement of Attainment - Entertainment Industry
Marist Sisters College Woolwich
Woolwich, NSW09-2019
Certificate - Information, Digital Media And Technology
TAFE NSW
Hornsby, NSW09-2019
Skills
- Breaking news coverage
- Deadline management
- Creative Writing and News Writing
- Audience engagement
- Multi tasking
- Multimedia production
- Content curation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Relationship building
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Content production
- Technical troubleshooting
- Strong graphic and visual sense
- Timeline management
- Digital video production process
- Legal compliance
Timeline
News Producer
Nine Entertainment
09.2023 - Current
News Media Exchange Operator
Nine Entertainment
12.2021 - 09.2023
Customer Service Cashier
Guzman Y Gomez
03.2021 - 01.2022
Diploma - Screen And Media
TAFE NSW
Diploma - Animation And Special Effects
SAE Creative Institute
High School Diploma -
Marist Sisters College Woolwich
Statement of Attainment - Entertainment Industry
Marist Sisters College Woolwich
Certificate - Information, Digital Media And Technology
TAFE NSW
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