RESUME

Luke Cleary – Anchor/Reporter | Digital Communications Specialist | Strategic Storyteller
lukeclearytv@gmail.com | 309.948.3113 | www.lukeclearytv.com

SUMMARY
Creative and data-driven communications professional with 15+ years of experience as an Anchor/Reporter, digital media strategist, and visual storyteller. Proven ability to translate complex healthcare, science, and public policy topics into engaging digital content across platforms. Adept at managing multimedia projects, driving audience engagement through analytics, and leading teams under deadline pressure. Emmy-nominated journalist and FAA-certified drone pilot with a passion for public service and strategic communication.

SKILLS
Multimedia Production
Video production & editing (Adobe Premiere, Final Cut, Edius) · Drone videography (FAA Certified) · Mobile-optimized video · Livestreams and vertical content

Communications & Writing
Strategic messaging · Crisis communications · AP and web writing · Speechwriting · Health reporting · Blog and script editing

Leadership & Collaboration
Team mentorship · Cross-functional teamwork · Event planning · Media coordination · Community engagement

Digital Strategy & Analytics
Social media analytics (Facebook Insights, Instagram, YouTube Studio, Social News Desk) · Editorial calendar planning · SEO and web publishing · Google Analytics

Platforms & Tools
WordPress · SharePoint · Microsoft Office Suite · Adobe Creative Suite · Meta Business Suite · TikTok · X (formerly Twitter)

EXPERIENCE
ABC10 (KXTV) – Sacramento, CA
Weekend Anchor | Multi-Skilled Journalist (2021–Present)
Anchor weekend evening newscasts and report enterprise stories across platforms
Produce healthcare, public safety, and policy-focused features, often in collaboration with institutions like UC Davis Health and Shriners Children’s Northern California
Lead content planning and digital-first storytelling across TV, web, and social media
Analyze audience data to refine content strategy and increase reach
Mentor newsroom colleagues and engage in editorial meetings
Emmy-nominated for Caldor Fire coverage (2021) and 2024 daily news reporting

WQAD-TV – Moline, IL / Davenport, IA
Weekend Anchor | Multi-Skilled Journalist (2018–2021)
Produced and reported enterprise stories across broadcast and digital platforms
Covered major regional stories including the 2020 Democratic Iowa Caucuses and record Mississippi River flooding
Pioneered vertical video and live social media storytelling for breaking news

KBS World TV – Seoul, South Korea
Main Anchor – “News Today” (2013–2018)
Anchored daily international newscasts on Korea’s flagship English-language station
Delivered coverage of U.S.–North Korea summits, South Korean elections, and public health crises
Edited scripts for global broadcast

TBS eFM 101.3MHz – Seoul, South Korea
Radio Host | Social Media Manager (Freelance 2014–2017)
Hosted Soundcheck, a live drive-time music and culture program, featuring in-studio artist performances and interviews
Managed social media strategy and community engagement for show branding and audience growth
Coordinated with producers and technical staff to create engaging real-time content across platforms
Developed digital promotion campaigns to enhance audience interaction and real-time listener feedback

KBS International Relations – Seoul, South Korea
Project Manager | Speechwriter (2012–2013)
Organized two international broadcasting summits attended by hundreds of media professionals
Wrote speeches and talking points for KBS executives at global events
Facilitated collaboration with partners from Europe, Asia, and the U.S.

KBS World Radio – Seoul, South Korea
Writer | Editor | Host (2009–2011)
Wrote, edited, and hosted hourly newscasts and long-form feature segments for an international English-speaking audience
Produced and hosted a YouTube travel and culture vlog showcasing life in Korea through original writing, shooting, and video editing
Collaborated with newsroom staff to produce daily and weekly content under tight deadlines
Contributed scripts for web, radio, and podcast distribution
Developed deep familiarity with Korean current events, international affairs, and cultural storytelling

EDUCATION
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
B.S. in Broadcast Journalism, 2009
Relevant Coursework: Advanced Reporting · Law and Communications · Television Journalism I & II · Writing with Video · Statistics · Study abroad programs in South Africa & India · International Reporting (Italy/Romania)

CERTIFICATIONS & AFFILIATIONS
FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot Certification
Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) – Sacramento Chapter
National Press Photographers Association (NPPA)
San Francisco/Northern California Emmy Awards Chapter