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Ryan Parkhurst is an Assistant Professor in the School of Media Arts and Design (SMAD) at James Madison University. His career spans over two decades in broadcast journalism, including roles as Senior/Executive Producer at News 10 Now in Syracuse, NY, and creator/producer of a morning news show in Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, PA. He has received major industry recognition, including a Edward R. Murrow Award and multiple awards for outstanding news coverage.
Education:
- B.A. in Broadcast Journalism from the State University of New York at Oswego
- M.S. in Broadcast Journalism from the Newhouse School of Public Communications, Syracuse University
Teaching & Research Focus: Specializes in video journalism, online journalism, and production-based coursework. His creative work emphasizes documentaries and investigative journalism. He advocates for innovative storytelling techniques in digital media environments.
Awards & Recognition:
- Edward R. Murrow Award (Best Television News Website)
- Syracuse Press Club 'Best Spot News Coverage'
- Associated Press 'Best Spot News Coverage'
Professional Experience: Over 20 years in broadcast media across five stations, including leadership roles in news production and digital media strategy. His career transitioned from field reporting to executive producing while maintaining a focus on quality journalism.
