Emmy-nominated journalist looking to grow. Strong live reporting and exceptional writing experience. Adaptable and influential with strong interpersonal skills. Thrives in fast-paced, results-driven environments.
803.207.1509 | [email protected] | LinkedIn: Sophie Nielsen-Kolding
Areas of expertise include:
Storytelling | Writing | Networking | Social Media
Interpersonal Skills | Community Outreach | Breaking News
Summary of Qualifications
-A skilled on-air communicator, writer and storyteller with a solid understanding of local news.
-An excellent attention to detail and a talent for producing high-energy segments.
- A passion for learning about new communities and connecting with viewers.
- Able to deliver live reports at a moment’s notice.
Professional Experience
Reporter | NewsChannel5 Network | Nashville, TN 2016-2018
Hired to produce and deliver daily reports for Nashville’s #1 rated morning newscast and the station’s website – newschannel5.com.
• Delivered live reports daily on an array of breaking news from overturned semis during rush hour, to deadly shootings.
• Routinely dissected large amounts of information and packaged it for easy viewer and reader comprehension.
• Helped expand overall audience reach by writing on multiple platforms, including broadcast, website, and social media.
• Built solid rapport with target audience by creating a social media profiles that quickly gained 2K+ likes.
• Forged new relationships and consistently uncovered valuable information by actively networking across industries.
• Received a regional TV News Emmy nomination as part of morning show team.
Reporter | NBC-2 News | Naples, FL 2014-2016
Recruited to NBC-2 team to contribute captivating and brand-consistent local content for use in all newscasts.
Reporter | Weekend Edition Anchor/Producer | WMBD 31 News | Peoria, IL 2012-2014
Pitched and wrote enterprise stories for daily newscasts. Later promoted to produce and anchor two newscasts per night.
Earlier Roles
Anchor/Reporter | Phoenix14News (Elon University) | Elon, NC 2010-2012
Intern | NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams | New York City, NY 2011
Intern | WWAY NewsChannel3 | Wilmington, NC 2010
Education & Training
B.A., Broadcast Journalism – Elon University | Power Reporting Seminar – Poynter Institute
Recognition
Midsouth Regional Emmy Nomination 2018 – Morning Newscast
Florida Associated Press Broadcasters Award 2016 Finalist – Weather Forecasting
National Edward R. Murrow Award – Best Breaking News (EF4 Tornado)
803.207.1509 | [email protected] | LinkedIn: Sophie Nielsen-Kolding
Areas of expertise include:
Storytelling | Writing | Networking | Social Media
Interpersonal Skills | Community Outreach | Breaking News
Summary of Qualifications
-A skilled on-air communicator, writer and storyteller with a solid understanding of local news.
-An excellent attention to detail and a talent for producing high-energy segments.
- A passion for learning about new communities and connecting with viewers.
- Able to deliver live reports at a moment’s notice.
Professional Experience
Reporter | NewsChannel5 Network | Nashville, TN 2016-2018
Hired to produce and deliver daily reports for Nashville’s #1 rated morning newscast and the station’s website – newschannel5.com.
• Delivered live reports daily on an array of breaking news from overturned semis during rush hour, to deadly shootings.
• Routinely dissected large amounts of information and packaged it for easy viewer and reader comprehension.
• Helped expand overall audience reach by writing on multiple platforms, including broadcast, website, and social media.
• Built solid rapport with target audience by creating a social media profiles that quickly gained 2K+ likes.
• Forged new relationships and consistently uncovered valuable information by actively networking across industries.
• Received a regional TV News Emmy nomination as part of morning show team.
Reporter | NBC-2 News | Naples, FL 2014-2016
Recruited to NBC-2 team to contribute captivating and brand-consistent local content for use in all newscasts.
- Beat out the competition and produced an exclusive report on the dangers of e-cigarettes that gained full coverage on CNN and a highlight on the NBC Nightly News. Made up lost competitive ground on this local e-cigarette explosion story by actively networking to obtain an interview with the victim’s mother and quickly completing for the 6 pm news cycle.
- Optimized local Collier County Court system coverage by launching an updatable scheduling system for reporters that increased story updates and eliminated any missed coverage opportunities.
- Constantly drove viewers to newscasts and website by utilizing social media platforms to engage and convert audience.
Reporter | Weekend Edition Anchor/Producer | WMBD 31 News | Peoria, IL 2012-2014
Pitched and wrote enterprise stories for daily newscasts. Later promoted to produce and anchor two newscasts per night.
- Compiled and presented award-winning coverage for viewers hit by a devastating EF-4 tornado. Actively produced dozens of stories that provided critical aid and donation information along with sending messages of hope and empowerment.
- Played a leading role in expanding digital reach, editing “web extra” written and video content for website.
Earlier Roles
Anchor/Reporter | Phoenix14News (Elon University) | Elon, NC 2010-2012
Intern | NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams | New York City, NY 2011
Intern | WWAY NewsChannel3 | Wilmington, NC 2010
Education & Training
B.A., Broadcast Journalism – Elon University | Power Reporting Seminar – Poynter Institute
Recognition
Midsouth Regional Emmy Nomination 2018 – Morning Newscast
Florida Associated Press Broadcasters Award 2016 Finalist – Weather Forecasting
National Edward R. Murrow Award – Best Breaking News (EF4 Tornado)