Louis Weiner

Louis Weiner is a Lecturer at the School of Journalism and Media Studies (JMS) at San Diego State University (SDSU), where he joined the faculty in Fall 2014. With a 30-year career at KFMB-TV (CBS affiliate), he currently serves as senior producer in charge of the 5 p.m. news. His expertise spans journalism, learning design, and educational technology, enabling him to teach across multiple programs within the School.

Education:

• B.A. in Journalism (1985), SDSU
• M.A. in Education (2013), SDSU

Research and professional interests focus on broadcast journalism, sports journalism, and integrating educational technology into media practices. His career includes Emmy Awards for journalism excellence, with notable work during the 2003 Cedar Fire coverage. He mentors students through practical experiences in news production, blending his industry expertise with teaching.

Awards:

• 11 Emmy Awards from the Pacific Southwest Chapter of NATAS

Advising/Grants: No formal student advisees or grants listed. His contributions emphasize industry-academia collaboration through classroom instruction and real-world newsroom leadership.