Lexington, KY — Available for New Opportunities

Carlee
Hogsten

Multimedia Journalist & Communications Professional

Award-winning journalist. AP Pacemaker Award winner (equivalent to the Pulitzer Prize). Master of Arts in Communication, University of Kentucky — May 2026. Seeking roles in public relations and multimedia journalism.

Multimedia Journalist Public Relations AP Pacemaker Winner FAA Drone Pilot
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Carlee Hogsten
10×
National Award Winner
AP Pacemaker Award Winner
AP Pacemaker Award Winner Multimedia Journalist · WKYT CBS FAA Certified Drone Pilot Dan Rather Scholarship Recipient M.A. Communication — May 2026 10x National Award Winner Open to PR & Journalism Roles AP Pacemaker Award Winner Multimedia Journalist · WKYT CBS FAA Certified Drone Pilot Dan Rather Scholarship Recipient M.A. Communication — May 2026 10x National Award Winner Open to PR & Journalism Roles

Open to New Opportunities

Graduated with my Master of Arts in Communication in May 2026 — actively seeking roles in public relations and multimedia journalism.

Public Relations Multimedia Journalist Sports Communications Content Strategist Media Relations

Professional Experience

Where I've Worked

April 2024 – May 2026

Multimedia Journalist

WKYT / Gray Television — Lexington, KY (CBS Affiliate)

Concluded May 2026
  • Pitched, shot, wrote, and edited two broadcast packages daily for Lexington's CBS affiliate, meeting hard on-air deadlines independently.
  • Managed complete MMJ workflow: story ideation, on-camera interviews, AP-style scripting, standup recording, and editing.
  • Produced VO/SOT and multiple day-turn PKGs in a single shift, including live shots and breaking news coverage.
  • Extended stories across digital and social platforms with web copy and audience-focused content.
  • Completed multiple-day investigative turns and features alongside daily deadlines.
  • FAA Certified Drone Pilot.

May 2025 – May 2026

Lecturer / Teaching Assistant

University of Kentucky, School of Journalism and Media — Lexington, KY

Concluded May 2026
  • Lead instructor for JOU 204; coached students in broadcast and multimedia journalism skills.
  • Graded and provided written feedback for MAS 201, bridging live newsroom experience with academic curriculum.
  • UK Employee of the Year Nominee.

2022 – May 2025

Lifestyle Editor & Multimedia Journalist

KRNL Lifestyle & Fashion Magazine / Kentucky Kernel — Lexington, KY

  • Oversaw all editorial content for award-winning student publication; assigned, edited, and produced feature stories.
  • 10-time national award winner for magazine and social media work, including CMA 1st Place — Investigative Story, Diversity Award, and SEJC 2nd Place — Best Magazine Writer.
  • Led magazine and social media content strategy across four published editions.

Education

Academic Background

Master of Arts in Communication
University of Kentucky — University Scholars Program
Graduated May 2026
Completed graduate study alongside a full-time career in broadcast journalism, maintaining a 4.0 GPA throughout.
Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism
University of Kentucky — Presidential Scholar · Media Arts Minor
Completed 2025
Outstanding Junior in Journalism Award — highest undergraduate honor at UK. Lewis Honors Student · UK CI Ambassador · Alpha Chi Omega Member/Secretary · 4.0 GPA · Completed degree in three years.

About Me

Storyteller.
Reporter.
Communicator.

I'm a nationally recognized, award-winning Multimedia Journalist with years of daily package delivery experience at a Gray Television CBS affiliate. I delivered two broadcast packages a day for WKYT in Lexington while completing my Master's degree and teaching broadcast journalism at the University of Kentucky — graduating May 2026.

My work spans investigative reporting, long-form features, digital content strategy, and magazine editing. I earned 10 national awards during my undergraduate years, including the AP Pacemaker Award (equivalent to the Pulitzer Prize) and CMA 1st Place for Investigative Reporting.

I'm now seeking roles in public relations and multimedia journalism where I can bring my editorial instincts, deadline discipline, and multimedia expertise to mission-driven organizations.

carleehogsten@gmail.com
Twitter: @carleehogstentv
Facebook: @carleehogstentv
Lexington, KY
Selected Honors
Awards & Recognition
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AP Pacemaker Award — Multimedia Feature Story of the Year
Associated Press (equivalent to the Pulitzer Prize)
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10-Time AP Pacemaker / CMA Award Winner
Including CMA Diversity Award & 1st Place — Investigative Story
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SEJC 2nd Place — Best Magazine Writer
Southeastern Journalism Conference
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Hearst Nominee & BEA Award of Excellence in MMJ
Broadcast Education Association
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Outstanding Junior in Journalism Award
Highest undergraduate honor at University of Kentucky
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Picture Kentucky Award — worked with White House Photojournalist
Picture Kentucky
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UK Employee of the Year Nominee
University of Kentucky
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2021 Kentucky Governor's Scholars Program
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Scholarships
Dan Rather Scholarship (2023–24 & 2024–25) · NATAS Ohio Valley Emmy Scholarship · BEA/NAB Scholarship

Skills & Software

What I Bring

Broadcast Production
End-to-end MMJ packages
Field camera / audio / lighting
Standup delivery & live shots
Breaking news coverage
FAA Certified Drone Pilot
Writing & Editing
AP style scripting
Long-form features
Investigative reporting
Magazine editing & layout
Web & digital copy
Digital & Social
Multi-platform publishing
Content strategy
Audience analytics
Email marketing
Social media management
Software
ENPS
EDIUS
Adobe Premiere
Adobe Photoshop
Microsoft Office / Mac

Portfolio

My Work

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MMJ Reel — Watch My Broadcast Work

A curated reel showcasing my multimedia journalism packages, live shots, standups, and storytelling from WKYT/Gray Television and beyond.

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WKYT / Gray Television

Over 300 broadcast stories produced as a Multimedia Journalist at Lexington's CBS affiliate — from daily packages and breaking news to investigative features and live shots.

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Browse All 300+ Stories on WKYT.com

300+
Stories Published
2×
Daily Packages
CBS
Affiliate · Gray TV

Investigative reports, breaking news, features, live shots, and drone coverage — click to browse the full archive on WKYT.com.

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KRNL Lifestyle & Fashion Magazine

As Lifestyle Editor, I oversaw four award-winning editions of KRNL Magazine — earning 10 national awards for magazine writing, investigative journalism, and social media content.

Spring 2025Latest
Spring 2025 Edition
"Swim at Your Own Risk" (pg. 48) & "Dropping Bars" (pg. 62)
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Fall 2024Feature
Fall 2024 Edition
"Tailored for Success" (pg. 78)
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Spring 2024Feature
Spring 2024 Edition
"A Charmed Life at Old Friends Farm" (pg. 16)
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Fall 2023Investigative
Fall 2023 Edition
"The Death of State Street" (pg. 22)
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Freelance Work

Selected freelance writing and photography projects, including award-winning work recognized by Picture Kentucky and published across regional outlets.

Picture KYAward Winner
Legacy in Every Leaf: The Stevens Brothers' Tobacco Roots
Picture Kentucky Award-winning story — worked alongside a White House photojournalist.
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KernelFeature
Stewart Home School: Cultivating Community & Empowering Lives
In-depth feature on inclusive education, published in the Kentucky Kernel.
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News-GraphicNews
Local Firefighters Assist in Creation of Statewide Search and Rescue Bill
Reported for the Georgetown News-Graphic on local firefighters shaping statewide legislation.
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Get in Touch

Let's Work Together

Graduated May 2026 and actively seeking opportunities in public relations and multimedia journalism. Let's talk.

carleehogsten@gmail.com
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