Christopher Rogers
Award-winning broadcast journalist and seasoned television anchor and reporter
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Award-winning broadcast journalist and seasoned television anchor and reporter, with a proven record of success in major U.S. markets (Boston, Tampa). Emmy-nominated for excellence in storytelling, breaking news coverage, and investigative reporting that drives viewer engagement. Known for building audience trust and delivering impactful content across broadcast and digital platforms.
A collaborative leader and innovative strategist with a passion for elevating newsroom performance and growing ratings. Seeking an anchor role to bring credibility, energy, and vision to a station's brand and audience experience.
Experience
Reporter - WHDH-TV (Channel 7 News) - Boston, MA
(2023-07 - 2025-08)
- Report live on breaking news, enterprise stories and investigative segments in a top-10 media market.
- Write, produce, and edit daily news packages under tight deadlines.
- Collaborate with producers, managers and writers to shape editorial direction and visual storytelling.
- Contribute to coverage of high-profile events, resulting in increased viewership and digital engagement.
- Develop exclusive enterprise stories that were picked up by national affiliates.
- Collaborate with digital teams to optimize content for social media and web platforms.
Reporter - WTSP 10 Tampa Bay (CBS Affiliate) - Tampa, FL
(2022-04 - 2023-05)
- Delivered high-impact stories on public safety, politics, and community issues.
- Led coverage of major events including hurricanes and political forums.
- Increased viewer engagement through live digital reporting.
- Cultivated strong relationships with public officials, law enforcement, and community leaders.
- Created multi-platform content strategies to extend broadcast stories to digital audiences.
- Delivered live coverage during Hurricane Ian, praised for clarity and composure under pressure.
- Partnered with marketing and promotions teams to align storytelling with station branding.
Morning Anchor - KCEN-TV (NBC) - Temple, TX
(2018-07 - 2022-04)
- Anchored morning newscasts and produced long-form features.
- Managed newsroom interns and mentored junior reporters.
- Recognized for excellence in storytelling and community-focused journalism.
- Led morning show revamp that increased ratings; elevating station to #1 morning spot in market.
- Produced/ hosted weekly spotlight segments that strengthened local engagement; including VERIFY.
- Trained junior reporters on storytelling techniques and ethical journalism.
Weekend Anchor & Reporter - KCEN-TV (NBC) - Temple, TX
(2016-07 - 2018-07)
Reporter - KXVA-TV (Fox) - Abilene, TX
(2015-08 - 2016-07)
- Launched career covering local news, sports, and human-interest stories.
- Developed foundational skills in video editing, scriptwriting, and live reporting.
Various Positions - Media Production / Voice Talent - Fairfield, CT
(2012 - 2015)
- Studio and field production; including writing, sound, videography and editing.
- Versatile voice talent with studio experience, commercials, trailers and websites.
- Media Director eCamps; produced 50+ videos on multiple sports across social media channels.
Education
Master of Arts - Broadcast Communications & Media - Sacred Heart University (2015)
Bachelor of Science - Media & Communications - Sacred Heart University (2014)
