Stacee B. Hawkins
731-718-6782
EDUCATION:
M.A. Mass Communication,
Valenti School of Communication, University of Houston, 2020
Thesis: “The Ethical Standing of Forensic Characters in Prime-Time Police Procedurals”
Thesis Advisor: Dr. Lindita Camaj
MBA,
C.T. Bauer College of Business, University of Houston, 2005
B.S. – Radio-TV-Film,
Moody College of Communication, University of Texas at Austin, 1990
TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
Adjunct Instructor, Houston Community College, 2012-2013, 2019-Present
2019, 2020 –
Communication 1307 – Introduction to Mass Communication in the Electronic Environment, an academic course designed to provide an overview of the social, economic, and legal environment of mass media, give historical context, and introduce major media studies theories.
Communication 1335 – Introduction to Electronic Media, an in-depth examination of the history, structure, and practice of radio, television, and online media. Fall 2012 – Spring 2013 Taught Filmmaking 1300 – Production Management, an introduction to the economic, legal, and logistical aspects of film and video production.
AWARDS AND HONORS:
2020 Broadcast Education Association Convention “Grand Plans and Great Expectations” Graduate Student Research Showcase
2019 Southeast Texas Veterans Mental Health Summit Veterans Transition Award for “Veterans Voice”
2015 Texana Center Media of the Year
2013 Texas Association of School Boards Media Honor Roll, for fair and balanced reporting on issues concerning public schools.
2012 Bronze Telly Award in “Nature/Wildlife” category for “Orangutan Foster Mommy”
2010 Bronze Telly Award in “News Feature” category for “Hot Glass, Cool Collections at Houston Center for Contemporary Craft
2008 Bronze Telly Award in “Nature/Wildlife” category for “Sifaka Lemurs at the Houston Zoo”
2007 Silver Telly Award in “Nature/Wildlife” category for “Houston Zoo’s Baby Elephant”
2007 Silver Telly Award in “Best Use of Humor” for “Space Chickens at NASA”
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Houston Community College
Media Producer, HCCTV
• Produce signature series for air on HCCTV, YouTube, and iTunes: o “Veterans’ Voice” Produced in conjunction with Easter Seals of Greater Houston. Highlights area services for veterans and HCC programs and services of interest to veterans. o “The Topic.” Examines academic and workforce programs at HCC. Highlights college outreach efforts. o “Global Outlook” Profiles international students at HCC. Examines services at HCC for international students. • Produce special project videos and news coverage for various academic and workforce programs, and support departments.
Media Producer, Stafford Municipal/Educational Television
• Produced ongoing series. o “Stafford Weekly News” Provides Stafford residents with a Fort Bend County perspective on issues. Highlights area attractions. Connects audience with local service organizations. o “Stafford Magazine.” Summer and winter holiday program providing audience with information on family-friendly fun. • Supervised four part-time media videographers. • During tenure as producer, the part-time staff received thirteen Telly Awards. • Liaison with Stafford Municipal School District for news coverage of school events. • Anchor Stafford Weekly News. • Co-administer studio Facebook page. • Established a relationship with Child Advocates of Fort Bend to promote Houston Community College to foster children in their Wings life skills program. • Co-authored station operations manual. • Managed migration of staff calendar, equipment reservation, and operational documents to online system.
Media Videographer, Stafford Municipal/Educational Television
• Produced feature segments for “Stafford Weekly News” and “Stafford Magazine.” • Directed weekly newscasts and studio programming. • Associate Producer of promotional videos for the Fort Bend County Fair Association and the Fort Bend Literacy Council. • Created live media presentations for tour groups to promote Houston Community College and the Broadcast Technology program. • Established and maintained working relationships with community organizations, including the Houston Zoo, the Houston Museum of Natural Science, the George Ranch Historical Park, Chung Mei Buddhist Temple, and Swami Narayana Mandir. • Served as staff advisor for the Broadcast Technology Students Association, leading the group in two successful community service projects.
TLP Productions Owner/Producer
• Produced client education video for GSE Lining Technology. • Produced artist interview videos for Rice University Gallery. • Produced media reels for Houston Museum of Natural Science.
University of Houston, Technical Support Services, Houston, TX Director
• Directed live, multi-point distance learning broadcasts. • Edited short format packages, educational segments, and public affairs programming.
The Municipal Channel, City of Houston, Houston, TX Production Specialist
• Directed live broadcasts of Houston City Council and Planning Commission meetings. • Produced informational specials for City of Houston Parks & Recreation Department Youth Sports programs. • Directed live and pre-recorded programs, both in studio and on location, for City departments, Council members, and community organizations.
Fox Sports/Prime Network Technical Operations, Houston, TX Master Control Operator/Tape Operator
• Responsible for airing of live and taped programming. • Formatted and distributed commercials for ten regional sports networks. • Coordinated uplinks of system promotions for affiliated networks. • Established standards and procedures for commercial tape dubs.
Paragon Cable, San Antonio, TX Production Crew
• Editor • “Port Discovery,” educational program in conjunction with Sea World of Texas. • System wide promotions of public affairs events. • Internal training videos. • Associate Director • 1995 Fiesta Parades • “What’s Cooking, San Antonio?” • Graphics • Designed and operated graphics for live broadcasts of Missions baseball, Iguana hockey, Golden Gloves Boxing, and “Paragon Live” call-in program. • Coordinated and operated graphics in post-production for “What’s Cooking, San Antonio?” daily half hour cooking program.