Christy Hutchings

Associate Director of Content Operations @First Coast News

Jacksonville, FL, US

Supervises broadcast, digital, and streaming operations for a team of 100+ journalists, overseeing the creation of all written and visual content, directing the coverage of crisis situations, and ensuring the optimal deployment of resources on a daily basis- Provides strategic vision and oversight in the planning and execution of quarterly grassroots fundraising campaigns, successfully raising millions of dollars and facilitating life-changing giving experiences for community organizations including Changing Homelessness, K9s for Warriors, and Who We Play For- Manages all special projects from conception to completion—determining project scopes, creating and managing project roadmaps and GANTT-based timelines, assigning tasks to team members, and ensuring deliverables are completed on time and exceed expectations- Plans and coordinates remote coverage of major weather and news events, arranging travel logistics for reporting teams, establishing temporary worksites, and troubleshooting technical issues under tight deadlines- Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including news, sales, marketing, and creative services departments, to create and deliver successful content strategies that elevate viewer engagement and bolster market revenue- Regularly analyzes key performance indicators (KPIs), monitors news cycles, and researches content trends to optimize content quality and consistency, refine programming initiatives, and identify continuous improvement opportunities- Recruits, hires, trains, and mentors staff members, developing their skillsets and providing guidance and support to foster employee growth, hone editorial discernment, and make certain that content aligns with company brand standards- Advises editorial leadership and journalists on copyright and other intellectual property matters and conducts pre-broadcast and pre-publication reviews of all digital and broadcast products to guarantee regulatory compliance

University of Alabama

Bachelor's degree