Nick Papantonis

Reporter Fill in Anchor @Wftv

Orlando, FL, US

One of the Orlando media market\'s most consistent enterprise reporters, with a focus on local government.• $5 million returned to taxpayers after investigation into election office overspending.• Uncovered a major criminal investigation into a city commissioner, resulting in exclusive team coverage.• Investigation into local funeral home caused state to revoke business\' license to operate.• Stopped a historically Black community from being seized through eminent domain for a proposed highway extension.• Internationally followed and cited for coverage of Disney v. DeSantis legal battle.• Proved apartment complex was overcharging its tenants for water usage, resulting in credits for hundreds of people.• Helped launch WFTV\'s short-form video strategy, doubling audience social media engagement.• Co-managed WFTV\'s YouTube channel, delivering a 250% increase in viewership• Experienced breaking news and natural disaster reporter, knowledge of flood maps led to exclusive live coverage of flash flooding during Hurricane Ian.

Syracuse University

Broadcast Journalism