Experience
Host/Director/Producer: This.Is.Now on HNN in Honolulu, HI (2019 – Present)
- Created a popular digital video podcast that has since expanded to TV audience
- Daily challenge of producing, editing, directing, and hosting midday newscast
- Reporting on the travel industry in regular franchise segment called “Unraveling Your Traveling”
Digital Content Creator: Hawaii News Now in Honolulu, HI (2018 – Present)
- Produced several highly viewed original documentaries
- Established myself as an award-winning storyteller
Producer: Hawaii News Now in Honolulu, HI (2013-2018)
- Made style and showcasing decisions regarding program content
- Digital & social media content creation
Morning Show Executive Producer: KOLD-TV in Tucson, Arizona & HNN Honolulu, HI (2010-2013)
- Structured station’s efforts for targeted special reports and events
- Managed content and crews for most effective use on all platforms
Special Projects Producer: KOLD-TV in Tucson, Arizona (2008-2010)
- Developed organizational skills for use in long-term and short-term station projects
- Gained understanding of research and ratings growth
Promotions Producer: KOLD-TV in Tucson, Arizona (2007-2008)
- Refined tease writing skills by producing topical promotions daily
- Worked with station clients in creating successful ad campaigns and sponsored events
Line Producer: KOLD-TV in Tucson, Arizona (2004-2007)
Reporter/Anchor: WSIU-TV in Carbondale, Illinois (2000-2004)
Photographer: KFVS-TV at bureau in Carbondale, Illinois (2002-2004)
Photographer: WSIL-TV in Carterville, Illinois (2000-2002)
Video Editor/Studio Crew: WSIL-TV in Carterville, Illinois (1998-2000)
Neighborhood Board Member: Chinatown/Downtown, HI (2015-2017)
- Working with City & State leaders to resolve community problems regarding homelessness, parking, and safety
- Assisting in a number of neighborhood improvement campaigns and programs
Founder: Barrio Vintage in Downtown Honolulu, HI (2011-2018)
- Establishing marketing strategies for company
- Cultivating a positive in-store guest experience
- Managing online marketplaces via website and social media
Recent Awards
- 2021 National Edward R. Murrow Award for Digital Journalism
- 2021 Regional Emmy for Continuing Coverage
- 2021 Regional Edward R. Murrow Award for Continuing Coverage
- 2021 Regional Edward R. Murrow Award for Digital Journalism
- 2020 Regional Edward R. Murrow Award for Excellence in Innovation
- 2019 Regional Emmy for Best News Program
- 2019 Regional Edward R. Murrow Award for News Series
- 2019 Associated Press Award for Best Special Programming
- 2019 SPJ Award 1st Place in Photo/Video Essay
- 2019 SPJ Award 1st Place in Multimedia Presentation
- 2018 Associated Press Award for Best Documentary
- 2018 SPJ Award 1st Place in Arts/Entertainment writing
Education
- Southern Illinois University (Carbondale, Illinois) BA in Mass Communications
- Murphysboro High School (Murphysboro, Illinois)
Contact
jsaupe82@gmail.com 808.343.3070
References Upon Request
JONATHAN JARED SAUPE 